Download Electrolux ELECTRIC WHEELED Rotary Lawnmower User's Manual

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Safety Precautions
Please Note :- This manual covers various products. Please read the user
instructions carefully to fully identify, assemble and use the features that
apply to your electric wheeled rotary lanwmower
safety and efficiency in using this lawnmower. The operator is responsible for following the warning and
safety instructions in this manual and on the lawnmower. Keep the cable away from the blade. Never
Explanation of Symbols on the Electric Wheeled
Rotary Lawnmower
Read the user instructions carefully to
make sure you understand all the controls
and what they do.
Always keep the lawnmower on the ground
when mowing. Tilting or lifting the lawnmower
may cause stones to be thrown out
Keep bystanders away. Do not mow
whilst people especially children or pets
are in the mowing area
Switch off! Remove plug from mains
before adjusting, cleaning or if cable is
entangled or damaged. Keep the cable
away from the blade.
Beware of severing toes or hands. Do not
put hands or feet near a rotating blade.
Blade continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off. Wait until all
machine components have completely
stopped before touching them.
Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors while raining
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
2. Only use the lawnmower in the manner and for
the functions described in these instructions.
3. Never operate the lawnmower when you are tired, ill
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
4. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
1. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a
tripping current of not more than 30mA is recommended.
Even with a R.C.D. installed 100% safety cannot be
guaranteed and safe working practice must be followed
2. Before use, examine cable for damage, replace it
if there are signs of damage or ageing.
3. Do not use the lawnmower if the electric cables
are damaged or worn
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply
touch the electric cable until the electrical supply has
been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or damaged
cable. Replace it with a new one.
5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables
can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.
6. Keep cable away from lawnmower, always work
away from the power point mowing up and down,
never in circles.
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine
electric supply cable for damage or ageing before
winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged
cable, replace it with a new one. Use only
Electrolux Outdoor Products replacement cable.
10. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11. Never carry the product by the cable.
12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
13. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on
the product rating label.
14. Our products are double insulated to EN60335.
Under no circumstance should an earth be
connected to any part of the product.
Use only 1.00mm2 size cable up to 40 metres length
Maximum rating:
1.00mm2 size cable 10 amps 250 volts AC
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from
your local Electrolux Outdoor Products Approved
Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use.
1. While using your product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones,
wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.
3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with
their fixings in sets to preserve balance.
1. Use the lawnmower only in daylight or good
artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your lawnmower in wet grass,
where feasible.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
wear non-slip footwear.
5. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
7. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.
Do not mow on banks or steep slopes.
8. Do not walk backwards when mowing, you could
trip. Walk, never run.
9. Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you.
10. Switch off before pushing the mower over
surfaces other than grass.
11. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged
guards or without guards in place.
Safety Precautions
12. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.
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
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.
Wheel Assembly
1. Select one of the holes in the mounting plate and
note it as the other wheels will need to be
adjusted to the same position. (A1)
2. Locate the fixing bolt through hole in the hub
cap, wheel and selected hole in mounting plate.
3. Turn the wheel hub in a clockwise direction until the
wheel assembly is securely located to the deck. (A2)
Lower Handles
Lower Handles - 37cm (B1, B2)
1. Locate 2 screws into the holes in the handles.
2. Using a pozidrive screwdriver, secure the screws
into the lower handles, ensuring the point of the
screw stays inside the handle. (B1)
3. Insert lower handles, with screws attached, into
the deck and fully tighten screws. (B2)
Note: The screw will form its own thread
Lower Handles - 42cm (C1, C2)
1. If your product has Cutting Height with levers,
ensure the lever is at the Highest Cut Height
before following steps 2 & 3.
2. Insert each side of the lower handles into deck as
shown in Fig C1.
3. Push each side of the handle firmly down until it
is located securely into the deck (C2).
4. Insert screw through the washer and into holes
using a pozidrive screwdriver and tighten fully into
deck as shown in Fig C2.
Upper Handles
1. The upper handle should be fixed to the lower
handle using whichever type of kit is provided as
shown in Figs D1, D2 and D3.
2. Fit the cables to the handles with the cable ties
provided, making sure the cables are not trapped
between the upper and lower handles.
Grassbox Assembly
Grassbox Assembly - 37cm.
1. Insert the grassbox handle into the top of one of
the grassbox halves. Press firmly down and
forward until the handle clicks into position (E)
2. Turn the grassbox half over and insert screw into
hole (as illustrated in fig E) and tighten fully.
3. Locate grassbox upper into grassbox lower. (F)
Align clips, ensure all clips are correctly located.
4. Clip the two halves together.
5. Ensure all clips are securely connected.
Grassbox Assembly - 42cm
1. Insert the grassbox handle into the top of one of
the grassbox halves. Press firmly down and
forward until the handle clicks into position (E)
2. Turn the grassbox half over and insert screw into
hole (as illustrated in fig E) and tighten fully.
3. Position the two grassbox halves together and press
each location point (G1-A) into position without fully
connecting the clips. When the location points are
matched correctly firmly press the grassbox together
until all clips are securely connected.(G1-B, G2)
37cm, 42cm
1. To attach the grassbox to your lawnmower, lift the
safety flap (H) and make sure the discharge chute
is clean and free from debris.
2. Locate fully assembled grassbox onto 2 location
points at the rear of the deck. (H)
3. Locate safety flap onto the top of the grassbox.
Ensure the grassbox is securely located.
• Removal is the reverse procedure.
• Please Note Ensure no gap remains between
the safety flap and the grassbox/bag
• Where grass collection is not required you can
use the lawnmower without the grassbox/bag.
Ensure the safety flap is fully closed
Cable Restraint
Cable Restraint (J1 ,J2, J3)
1. Attach cable restraint above switchbox (J1).
2. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop
through (J2).
3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull
cable back through the slot. (J3)
Cable Restraint (K1, K2, K3)
1. Connect female extension cable connector to the
back of the switchbox. (K1)
2. Form loop in mains cable and push the loop
through the slot. (K2)
3. To secure, position loop over the hook and pull
the cable back through the slot.(K3)
Starting and Stopping
The switchbox is provided with a lock-off button
to prevent accidental starting.
To Start Your Lawnmower. (L1, L2, L3)
1. Press and hold the lock off button on the
switchbox,(L1) then squeeze the Start/Stop lever
towards the upper handle (L2).
2. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever and
release the lock-off button (L3).
To Start your Lawnmower (M1, M2, M3)
1. Connect plug to mains and switch on.
2. Tilt the handle downwards to slightly raise the
front of the lawnmower and to reduce the risk of
lawn damage whilst starting.
3. Press and hold the lock-off button (M1) on the
switchbox, then squeeze one of the Start/Stop
levers towards the upper handle (M2).
4. Continue to squeeze the start/stop lever towards the
upper handle and release the lock-off button (M3).
5. Lower the lawnmower to its proper operating
position and commence mowing.
To Stop Your Lawnmower.
1. Release the pressure of the Start/Stop lever.
NOTE (M1, M2, M3)
There are two start/stop levers fitted. Either one
can be used for starting the lawnmower.
Do not use the start/stop levers intermittently
How to Mow
1. Start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to the
power point so that the cable is laid out on the
lawn you have already cut (N).
2. Mow twice a week in the growing season, your lawn
will suffer if more that one third of its length is cut at
one time and this may also result in poor collection.
Please Note
Do not overload your Lawnmower
When mowing in long thick grass a first cut with the
cutting height adjusted to its highest setting, see
Cutting Height, will help reduce motor overload and
will help prevent damage to your lawnmower.
Cutting Height (Without Levers)
If your lawnmower has wheel hubs as illustrated
in Fig P1, the height of cut is adjusted by
following steps P1-P3.
1. Remove the wheel by turning the wheel hub in
an anticlockwise direction (P1) and relocate in
new hole (P2) turning the wheel hub in a
clockwise direction to tighten (P3). Repeat for
other wheels adjusting to the same position.
Cutting Height (With Levers)
Lowest Cut Height - (Q2,4)
Highest Cut Height - (Q3,5)
Semi Central - (Q6)
Central (Q7)
1. If you have Height of Cut levers (Figs. Q), the
height of cut is altered by pulling the adjustment
lever away from the location slots and moving to
the selected position (Q1).
2. If your electric wheeled rotary is fitted with more
than one lever then these must be adjusted to
the same position (Figs. Q2 - Q6).
Please Note : Your electric wheeled rotary may
be fitted with a mixture of cutting heights.
If you have levers fitted to the wheel do not
attempt to unscrew the wheel hub. Use the
levers to alter the height of cut.
Cutting System
Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges
could cause injury. USE GLOVES. 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.
Removing the Blade and Fan
with the spanner provided loosen the blade bolt
by turning it anti-clockwise (R).
2. Remove the blade bolt, blade, and fan.
3. Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.
Fitting the Blade and Fan
1. Ensure the fan is located correctly.(S)
2. Fit the blade to the fan with the sharp edges
pointing away from the fan.
3. Re-assemble blade bolt through blade and fan.
4. Hold the fan firmly and tighten blade bolt firmly
with a spanner. Do not over tighten.
Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower.
Do not clean with chemical, including petrol, or
solvents - some can destroy critical plastic
1. Remove grass from under the deck with a
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from
all air intakes (U), the discharge chute and the
grass box.
3. Remove the blade to gain access to the fan and
clean with a soft brush.(V)
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a
dry cloth.
At the End of the Mowing Season
1. Replace blade, bolts, nuts or screws, if
2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly. Do not clean
with chemicals, including petrol or solvents some can destroy critical plastic parts.
3. Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air
filter thoroughly and carry out any service or
repairs required.
4. Make sure that the electric cable is coiled properly.
Storing your Lawnmower: Store in a dry place
where your lawnmower is protected from damage.
Fault Finding Hints
Fails to Operate
1. Is the Power Turned On?
2. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.
3. Fuse continues to blow?
Immediately disconnect from the mains
electricity supply and consult your local
approved Service Centre.
Poor Grass Collection
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.
2. Clean the outside of the air intakes, the
discharge chute and the underside of the deck.
3. Clean the outside of the Air Filters. (Ask your local
service centre to clean your air filter thoroughly).
4. Clean Fan Blades.
5. If poor collection persists.
Immediately disconnect from the mains
electricity supply and consult your local
approved Service Centre.
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.
2. Check that the blade is fitted correctly?
new one.
4. If vibration persists, turn the blade through 180o
by first loosening the blade bolt, turning the
blade and re-tightening the blade bolt.
5. If vibration persists?
Immediately disconnect from the mains
electricity supply and consult your local
approved Service Centre.
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.
Guarantee and Guarantee Policy
If any part is found to be defective due to faulty
manufacture within the guarantee period, Electrolux
Outdoor Products, through its Authorised Service
Repairers will effect the repair or replacement to the
customer free of charge providing:
(b) Proof of purchase is provided.
faulty adjustment by the user.
(d) The failure has not occurred through fair wear
and tear.
(e) The machine has not been serviced or repaired,
taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by Electrolux Outdoor Products .
(f) The machine has not been used for hire.
(g) The machine is owned by the original purchaser.
(h) The machine has not been used outside of the
country for which it was specified.
(i) The machine has not been used commercially.
* This guarantee is additional to, and in no way
diminishes the customers statutory rights.
Failures due to the following are not covered,
therefore it is important that you read the instructions
contained in this Operator's Manual and understand
how to operate and maintain your machine:
Failures not covered by guarantee
* Replacing worn or damaged blades.
* Failures as a result of not reporting an initial
* Failures as a result of sudden impact.
* Failures as a result of not using the product in
accordance with the instructions and
recommendations contained in this Operator's
* Machines used for hire are not covered by this
* The following items listed are considered as
wearing parts and their life is dependent on
regular maintenance and are, therefore not
normally subject to a valid warranty claim:
Blades, Electric Mains cable.
* Caution!
Electrolux Outdoor Products does not accept
liability under the warranty for defects caused in
whole or part, directly or indirectly by the fitting of
replacement parts or additional parts that are not
either manufactured or approved by Electrolux
Outdoor Products, or by the machine having
been modified in any way
Environmental Information
Electrolux Outdoor Products are manufactured
under an Environmental Management System (ISO
14001) using, where practical, components
manufactured in the most environmentally
responsible manner, according to company
procedures, and with the potential for recycling at
the end of the products’ life.
• Packaging is recyclable and plastic components
have been labelled (where practical) for
categorised recycling.
• Awareness of the environment must be considered
when disposing of ‘end-of-life’ product.
• If necessary, contact your local authority for
disposal information.
The symbol
on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
For more detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local council office,
your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
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