•
Adjust the cut height so the equipment
is not overloaded. Otherwise, the mo-
tor may be damaged.
•
On slopes, always work across the
slope. Take particular care when going
backwards and pulling the equipment.
•
Clean the equipment after each use, as
described in the chapter on "Cleaning,
Maintenance and Storage".
After switching off the equip-
ment, the blade continues to
turn for several seconds. Do
not touch the moving blade.
There is a risk of injury.
Cleaning/maintenance
Have work that is not de-
scribed in these instructions
carried out by a customer
service centre that we have
authorised. Use only original
parts.
Wear gloves when handling the
blade.
Switch off the apparatus, remove
the ignition key (
for the blades to come to a stand-
still.
General cleaning and
maintenance work
Do not jet water onto the
appliance. This would result
in the danger of an electric
shock.
•
Always keep the equipment clean. To
clean, use a brush or cloth but no de-
tergent or solvent.
10) and wait
•
After mowing, use a piece of wood
or plastic to remove adherent plant
remains from the wheels, ventilation
holes, ejection hole and blade area.
Do not use hard or pointed objects, as
these may damage the blade.
•
Before each use, check the apparatus
for obvious defects such as loose, worn
or damaged parts. Check that all nuts,
bolts and screws are sitting firmly.
•
Check the covers and protective de-
vices for damage and check that they
are sitting correctly. Replace them if
necessary.
Changing the blade
If the blade is blunt, it can be sharpened
by a specialist workshop. If the blade is
damaged or showing signs of imbalance,
it must be replaced (see chapter on "Spare
Parts").
1. Turn the equipment over.
2. Use sturdy gloves and hold the
blade (20) firmly. Turn the blade
screw (21) anticlockwise off of
the motor spindle (22) using a
screwdriver (A/F width13).
3. Install the new blade (20) in the
reverse order. Ensure that the
blade (20) is positioned cor-
rectly (see ill.
screw (21) tightened firmly.
Storage
Release the tightening lever (2+6)
and fold the bow-type handle (18)
and the lower handle (3) together
so that the device takes up less
space. Make sure not to pinch the
machine cables while doing this.
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