1 INTRODUCTION
Dear garden lover,
Where pride in a trim lawn is coupled with a love of gardening, gardeners really
appreciate good gardening equipment. You have made an excellent choice in
purchasing your new lawn mower. It combines the power of a major traditional brand
with the innovations of modern high-tech. You will feel this when you are working with
it and be very pleased with the wonderful result.
Yet before you start work on your lawn, here is some important information that you
should always observe.
Before you start your mower for the first time, read these operating instructions
through carefully to familiarise yourself with the correct operation and
maintenance of the machine and to avoid injury or damage to your lawn mower.
Read and follow the separate operating instructions of the charging device supplied
as well, particularly the safety information.
Use the lawn mower carefully. The pictograms on the device draw your attention to
the most important precautionary measures.
The safety information in these operating instructions is marked with symbols.
The meaning of the pictograms and symbols is explained in the following chapters.
The terms "left" and "right" always refer to the left and right-hand side of the device
seen in the direction of movement.
Your lawn mower will work reliably when the technical instructions are followed
exactly. We would like to point out that any damage to the mower caused by operating
faults is not covered by warranty / guarantee obligations.
We hope you enjoy cultivating your lawn.
2 EXPLANATION OF THE RATING PLATE AFFIXED TO THE
MACHINE
1
Protection class
2
Production identification number
3
Protection class III symbol
4
Rated speed
5
Model
6
Performance
7
Rated voltage
8
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9
Weight
10 DC voltage symbol
11 CE conformity mark
12 Model year
13 Walk-behind lawn mower
14 Guaranteed sound power level
15 Serial number
These operating instructions apply for the following models:
40-ACCU CLASSIC (SA401023): Cutting width 400 mm
45-ACCU CLASSIC (SA401523): Cutting width 450 mm
Please see the rating plate for the correct model name for your device, as well as the
serial number.
The section under a heading in italics and underlined is valid until the next heading
marked in this way for the respective model.
3 EXPLANATION OF THE PICTOGRAMS
Read and follow the operating instructions and safety
information!
Risk caused by thrown elements when the engine is running
– observe the safety distance / Keep all persons outside the
danger area!
Keep the power cable away from the cutting tool.
Batteries and chargers do not belong in household waste.
Hand the battery or charger over to your dealer or take them
to a public collection point.
Engine STOP
This device does not belong in household waste. Recycle devices, accessories and
packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
4 EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS
WARNING
Always read and follow the operating instructions and general
safety regulations carefully. Keep the operating instructions for
reference purposes.
Proper use also includes adherence to the operation, maintenance
and service conditions prescribed by the manufacturer.
WARNING
Keep your distance / Keep all persons outside the danger area!
Contact with the rotating cutter bar can cause severe injuries.
Objects ejected at high speed can cause severe injury.
You must never mow the lawn if there are other persons nearby,
especially children, or animals.
WARNING
Electric shock can lead to serious injuries.
The electrical equipment may not be altered.
Read and observe the safety information regarding handling of the
battery and charger in the separate operating instructions for the
charger!
Do not spray the device with water. The electrical system may be
damaged.
WARNING
Electric shock can lead to serious injuries.
Never drive over live wires when the cutting tool is switched on.
Before and during the mowing process, check the area for live wires
and remove them, if possible.
If a live wire is damaged, switch off the device and disconnect the
wire from the supply grid.
5
Watch out for sharp blades! Avoid contact with
rotating cutter bar! Please make sure that
hands and feet do not get under the housing!
– Stop the engine and remove the safety key
and battery before carrying out cleaning and
maintenance work.