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Original Instructions
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When cutting long grass, reduce walking
speed to allow for more effective cutting and
a proper discharge of the clippings.
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A higher cutting height extends the run time
of the battery pack.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
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Turn off the product, and remove the isolator
key and the battery pack. Make sure that
all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Allow the product to cool down before
storing or transporting.
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Remove all foreign materials from the
product. Store the product in a cool, dry, and
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep the product away from
corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
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For transportation in vehicles, remove the
isolator key, and secure the product against
movement or falling to prevent injury to
persons or damage to the product.
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Use extreme caution when lifting or tilting
the product for maintenance, cleaning,
storage, or transportation. The blade is
sharp. Keep all body parts away from the
blade while it is exposed.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local
and national provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging
and labelling when transporting batteries by a
third party. Ensure that no batteries can come
in contact with other batteries or conductive
materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-
conductive caps or tape. Do not transport
batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check
with the forwarding company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
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Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories, and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor
performance, and may void your warranty.
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Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only
by a qualified service technician. Have the
product serviced by an authorised service
centre only.
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Turn off the product, and remove the isolator
key and the battery pack. Make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop
before any cleaning or maintenance task.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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Frequently check the grass catcher for wear
or deterioration.
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Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to ensure that
the product is in safe working condition.
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Be careful during adjustment of the product
to prevent entrapment of the fingers
between moving blades and fixed parts of
the product.
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When servicing the blades, be aware that
even though the power source is turned off,
the blades can still be moved.
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You may make adjustments and repairs
described in this manual. For other repairs,
have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only.
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After each use, clean the plastic parts with
a soft, dry cloth. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
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The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution, and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or
checking bolt security.
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The blade bolts must be adequately
tightened. See the manufacturer’s
recommendations for blade bolt torque,
which can be found in the product
specification table in this manual.
CLEARING BLOCKAGES
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Turn off the product, and remove the isolator
key and the battery pack. Make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
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Always wear heavy-duty gloves when
checking or clearing a blockage. The blades
are sharp, and the blockage itself could be
a sharp object.
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Remove the grass catcher. Check and
carefully clear the grass catcher for
obstructions.
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Check the grass discharge chute, and
carefully clear blockages.
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Turn the product on its side. Check
its underside and the area around the
blade. Carefully remove any blockages.
Remember that the blade may move during
cleaning.
