Electrolux 96477940100 - Manual (Page 8)

ENGLISH - 3
Starting and Stopping
To Start your Lawnmower
1. Connect female extension cable connector to the
back of the switchbox.
2. Connect plug to mains and switch on.
3. Tilt the handle downwards to slightly raise the front of
the lawnmower and to reduce the risk of lawn
damage whilst starting.
The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button
(K1) to prevent accidental starting.
4. Press and hold the lock off button on the
switchbox,(K1) then squeeze the Start/Stop lever
towards the upper handle as shown on Fig. L.
5. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards the
upper handle and release the lock-off button.(M)
6. Lower the lawnmower to its proper operating position
and commence mowing.
To Stop your Lawnmower
1. Release the pressure on the Start/Stop lever.
How to Mow
1. For the best results, mow the outside edge of the
lawn in a clockwise direction first.(N1)
2. Then start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to
the power point so the cable is laid out on the lawn
you have already cut. (N2)
3. For best grass collection, always mow in a straight line,
do not swing the lawnmower from side to side.
Do Not Overload Your Mower
Mowing long thick grass may cause the motor speed to
drop, you will hear a change in the motor sound. If the
motor speed drops you may overload your lawnmower
which may cause damage. When mowing in long thick
grass a first cut with the cutting height set higher will
help reduce the load. See Adjusting the Cutting Height.
Mow twice a week during the growing season, your lawn
will suffer if more than a third of its length is cut at one
time and this may also result in poor collection.
Removing and Fitting the Blade and Fan
P1 - Blade bolt P2 - Blade P3 - Fan
• Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges
could cause injury. USE GLOVES.
Removing the Blade and Fan
1. To remove the blade bolt, hold the fan firmly and with
the spanner provided loosen the blade bolt by turning
it anti-clockwise (P).
2. Remove the blade bolt, blade and fan. (P)
3. Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.
• Renew your metal blade after 50 hours mowing
or 2 years whichever is the sooner - regardless of
condition.
• If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it
with a new one.
• Never use a blade bolt if the insulated head is
damaged cracked or missing.
Fitting the Blade and Fan
1. Ensure the fan is located correctly.(P)
2. Fit the blade to the fan with the tilt edges of the blade
(P4) facing towards the mower, ensuring the blade is
located onto the fan location points (P5) correctly
3. Re-assemble blade bolt through blade and fan.
4. Hold the fan firmly and tighten blade bolt firmly with
the spanner provided. Do not over tighten.
5. Do not use a longer spanner.
Caring for your Lawnmower
Cleaning (Q)
• USE GLOVES
• IMPORTANT
It is very important that you keep your lawnmower
clean. Grass clippings left in any of the air intakes or
under the deck could become a potential fire hazard.
1. Remove grass from under the deck with brush.
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from all
air intakes, the discharge chute and the grass box.
3. Remove the blade, see Figure P, to gain access to
the fan and clean with a soft brush.
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry
cloth.
• IMPORTANT
Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower. Do
not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or
solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.
At the End of the Mowing Season
1. Replace blade, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.
2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly.
3. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.
Storing your Lawnmower
Store in a dry place where your lawnmower is protected
from damage.
Service Recommendations
• Your product is uniquely identified by a silver and black product rating label.
• We strongly recommend that your product is serviced at least every twelve months, more often in a
professional application.