for signs of damage or aging. If the cord becomes
damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the
supply immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCON-
NECTING THE SUPPLY.
Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or
worn.
4. Maintenance and storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure
the machine is in safe working condition.
• Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
• During adjustment of the machine be careful to
prevent trapping your fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
• Always allow the machine to cool down before
storing.
• When servicing the blades be aware that, even
though the power source is switched off, the
blades can still be moved.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use
only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
WARNING
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, unless they have been given supervi-
sion or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• This Lawn Mower is designed for the cutting of
domestic grass and lawns.
• The Lawn Mower must be fully assembled before
connecting to the power supply.
• When using wear robust footwear and suitable
outdoor clothing.
• Never put your hands into the underside of the
cutting area when the Lawn Mower is turned on.
• Keep the flexible supply power cable (cord) away
from the blades.
• Before use check the supply power cable (cord)
for signs of damage or ageing.
• Never operate the appliance with damaged
guards or without the guards in place.
• Danger! The cutting blade rotates for some time
after the motor has been turned off.
• Never start the Lawn Mower when it is lying on
its side.
• When operating always adopt a safe stance and
hold the Lawn Mower firmly, away from your body
keeping hands and feet safely away from the cut-
ting head.
• Thoroughly inspect the area to be mown, remove
all stones, sticks, string, wire and any other objects
that could hinder your mowing.
• Always be aware of your footing when mowing on
slopes.
• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.
• Use extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes. Be aware of the cable position.
• Do not mow excessively steep slopes where
keeping a good footing is difficult.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the mower towards you.
• Make sure that the power cable is always behind
the Lawn Mower and away from the cutting path of
the mower.
• Do not use the Lawn Mower in the rain; never
leave the mower out in the rain.
• Avoid mowing wet grass if possible.
• Never pick up or carry the mower while it is
switched on.
• Always turn off the mower and wait for the cutting
blades to stop rotating before moving from one
area to another.
• Always turn off and disconnect from the power
supply before attempting any cleaning or mainte-
nance work.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings are kept
clear of grass cuttings and debris.
• Before using the Lawn Mower and after any
impact, check for signs of wear or damage.
• After use disconnect the power supply, clean off
the grass cuttings from the top and underside of
the mower head.
• Only use the manufacturer recommended re-
placement parts and accessories.
• Inspect and maintain the lawnmower regularly
and have any repairs required done by an author-
ized repairer.
• Store in a safe secure place out of the reach of
children.
WARNING: Wait until all moving parts are at a
complete standstill before touching them.
The cutting blade continues to rotate after the
Lawn Mower is switched off, a rotating blade can
cause injury.
Electrical Safety
• It is strongly recommended that mains power be
supplied to the Lawn Mower through a residual
current device (RCD) having a rated residual cur-
rent rating not exceeding 30mA.
• Where necessary, use a suitable waterproof
extension lead no longer than 25 meters.
• Plugs and connectors must be protected from
getting wet.
• Turn off and remove the plug from the socket
when leaving the Lawn Mower or when attempting