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WARNING
: Before switching the lawnmower on, ensure that the grass collection
bag as been correctly assembled according to the instructions above.
WARNING
: Ensure that the work area is clear of stones, sticks, wires, or
anything else that could interfere with the operation of the lawnmower.
WARNING
: While using the lawnmower, keep all bystanders and animals at a
minimum of 15' (5 m) away at all times.
ON/OFF SWITCH
1. Plug the mower into a 120V, 60Hz, 13A power supply.
2. Using your right hand, press and hold the safety lock-off button on the switch
assembly.
3. While holding the safety lock-off button, squeeze the operator presence control
bar with your left hand. The motor will now start.
4. Release the safety lock-off button and continue to hold the operator presence
lever, now with both hands.
WARNING
: Always operate the lawnmower with 2 hands.
Never attempt one-handed use.
5. To stop the lawnmower, release the operator presence lever.
6. Unplug from power supply.
WARNING
: The blade will continue for a few seconds after the operator
presence control bar has been released. Allow the blade to stop moving
completely and unplug from power supply immediately after use.
USING THE LAWNMOWER
Always observe the strictest safety procedures when using the lawnmower.
Carefully read the safety instructions of this manual before using.
Maintain the sharpness of the blade when cutting grass. If the blade has worn
excessively and become pitted and blunt, it should be replaced or sharpened.
When the blade is sharpened the balance of the blade must be maintained.
Blade sharpening should only be undertaken by qualifi ed service personnel. The
sharpness of the blade will directly affect the performance of the lawnmower.
The best results will be achieved if the grass is dry. Wet grass will tend to clog the
blade and the grass collection system. Grass grows at different rates at different
times of the year. Never use the lowest cutting height for the fi rst cut of the season
or in drought conditions. Only about one third of the grass height should be cut. If
the grass to be cut is over 6" (15 cm) tall, use the highest cutting height. Then mow
at a lower setting for the best results.
ASSEMBLy INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION
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3. Attach the grass collection bag assembly
to the lawnmower so the 2 lugs on the
catcher frame (
fi g.5
) are fi tted over the
hooks in the deck (
fi g.6
). When properly
assembled, the grass discharge fl ap
should lay fl at on top of the collection bag.
