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MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
Before any inspection, maintenance or cleaning of the
mower is conducted.
1. Ensure that the cutting blade has fully stopped rotating.
2. The mower is disconnected from the mains power supply.
NOTE!
Care should be taken when turning the mower unit
for inspection or cleaning.
WARNING!
If signs of damage are found, the mower unit
should not be used until fully repaired by a qualified person.
1. Remove all grass debris from the top and underside of
the mower deck, as well as from around the ventilation
holes, immediately after use - note: wear strong gloves
when working with or around the cutting blade.
2. Motor unit - this motor unit is maintenance free and
should not be accessed by anyone other than an
approved maintenance engineer.
3. Switch control & safety button - is maintenance free and
should not be accessed by anyone other than a
approved maintenance engineer.
LUBRICATE THE WHEELS, PIVOT POINTS AND
LINKAGES AFTER 25 HOURS OF USE
BEORE EACH USE
For the first cut of the season, a high cutting adjustment
should be selected.
3. Check the condition of the rear deflector, along with the
mower deck.
4. Inspect the condition of the cutting blade - note: wear
strong gloves when working with or around the cutting
blade.
5. Ensure that the cutting blade is not bent or cracked.
6. Check the condition of the blade and it’s mountings.
7. Check that the fixing bolt is secure.
8. Check the power supply cable
9. Inspect the ‘Switch control & safety button’.
10. Check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight.
1. The cutting blade has sharp edges, always wear strong
gloves to protect your hands when working with or
around the cutting blade.
2. Always work away from the cutting edges of the blade to
avoid the risk of injury.
3. Care should be taken when turning or lifting the mower
unit.
DO NOT USE ANY POWER TOOLS IF THE CABLE IS
DAMAGED OR WORN.
STORAGE FOR LONGER PERIODS
BLADE REPLACEMENT (Fig. 11)
1. Turn the mower unit on to its side.
2. Firmly grip the end of the cutting blade - with a gloved
hand.
3. Remove the fixing bolt, with the spanner provided.
4. Carefully remove the cutting blade.
5. Ensure that the ‘New’ cutting blade is the correct way
up, with the turned edges facing towards the motor.
6. Locate the ‘New’ blade into position on the carrier pins.
7. Secure the fixing bolt and tighten.
8. Return the mower unit to an upright position.
NOTE!
To ensure your mower is maintained in good
working order, if the storage period exceeds one month it is
important that the following is adopted:
1. Clean all areas of the mower, ensure that the grass
collection box is empty and clean.
2. Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages.
3. Cover all metal parts with oil to prevent corrosion.
4. Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store in a
dry area.
NOTE!
All electrical inspections and repairs should be
conducted by a qualified electrician.
REPLACE THE CUTTING BLADE AFTER 50 HOURS
OF USE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
CUTTING BLADE
1. Remove any grass and debris from around the cutting
height adjustment lever, the air filter in the cowl and the
underside of the mower deck.
2. Ensure the grass collection bag is empty, and inspect for
signs of damage.
POWER SUPPLY CABLE
Before use, the power supply cable should be inspected for
signs of damage or ageing.
4. It is recommended that the cutting blade is replaced
every two years or after 50 hours operation, which ever
occure the sooner.
5. Damaged or worn blades should by replaced
immediately.
