Electrolux 96477940100 - Manual (Page 7)

Safety Precautions
13. Do not tilt lawnmower when the motor is running,
except when starting and stopping. In this case, do
not tilt more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator. Always
ensure that both hands are in the operating position
before returning the appliance to the ground.
14. Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.
15. Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating
or still connected to the mains supply.
16. Remove the plug from the mains :
-
before leaving the mower unattended for any period;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
appliance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use your lawnmower
until you are sure that the entire lawnmower is in a
safe operating condition.;
- if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally.
Check immediately. Excessive vibration can cause
injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
lawnmower is in safe working condition.
2. Check the grassbox/grassbag frequently for wear or
deterioration.
3. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
4. Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, spacer
and impeller specified for this product.
5. Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
Assembly Instructions
Assembly of Lower Handles to Deck
1. Insert the nuts into the lower handle wing knobs. (A1)
2. Place the hole in the lower handle over the end of
the tie rod (A)
3. Place the washer and wing knob onto the end of the
tie rod and firmly tighten. (A)
4. Repeat on the other side.
Assembly of Upper Handles to Lower Handles.
1. Insert the nuts into the upper handle wing knobs. (B1)
2. Ensure the upper handle and the lower handle are
aligned correctly. (B)
3. Fit the bolts, washers and wing knobs..
(B)
4. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips provided,
making sure the cables are not trapped between the
upper and lower handles.
Assembly of Switchbox to Upper Handle
1. Insert the studs in the switchbox hinge into the holes
in the upper handle as illustrated in Fig C
2. Firmly secure with the two screws (D).
Grassbox Assembly.
1. Insert the grassbox handle into the grassbox upper, as
illustrated in fig E, and press firmly down until the
handle clicks into place - (if applicable).
2. Align the grassbox upper with the grassbox lower.
3. Locate the clips in the order illustrated in Fig F,
ensuring all the clips are firmly in place.
Adjusting the Cutting Height
Cutting Height Adjustment (G) and (H)
• Height of cut is adjusted by raising or lowering
the wheels.
• There are five heights of cut on this product.
• NOTE
A medium height of cut is recommended for
most lawns.
The quality of your lawn will suffer and
collection will be poor if you cut too low.
HEIGHT OF CUT WHEELS POSITION
Low Front position 1
Back position 1
Low to Medium Front position 1
Back position 2
Medium Front position 2
Back position 2
Medium to High Front position 2
Back position 3
High Front position 3
Back position 3
Grassbox
Fitting Fully Assembled Grassbox to Lawnmower.
See Fig J.
1. Lift safety flap.
2. Make sure the discharge chute is clean and free
from debris.
3. Locate fully assembled grassbox onto the location
point at the rear of the deck (J1)
4. Locate safety flap onto the top of the grassbox.
Ensure the grassbox is securely located.
• IMPORTANT !
AFTER FITTING ENSURE NO GAP REMAINS
BETWEEN THE SAFETY FLAP AND THE
GRASSBOX.
• Removal is the reverse procedure.
• For larger areas of grass where grass collection is
not required you can use your lawnmower without
the grassbox. Ensure the Safety Flap is fully closed.
The design of the safety flap permits the cut grass to
be discharged downward behind the machine.
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