Gardena 14621-55 Operator's Manual - Page 3

Browse online or download pdf Operator's Manual for Lawn Mower Gardena 14621-55. Gardena 14621-55 8 pages. Battery lawnmower

Gardena 14621-55 Operator's Manual
EN
Battery Lawnmower
1. SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
4. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5. STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
7. TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8. ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
9. SERVICE / WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Original instructions.
This product may be used under super­
vision, or if instruction regarding the safe
use of the product has been provided and the
resulting dangers have been understood, by chil­
dren aged 8 and above, as well as by persons
with physical, sensory or mental disabilities or
a lack of experience and knowledge. Children
must not be allowed to play with the product.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be per­
formed by children without supervision. The use
of this product by young people under the age
of 16 is not recommended.

Intended use:

The GARDENA Lawnmower is intended to mow lawn in private
domestic gardens and allotments.
The product is not intended for long term use.
DANGER! Risk of injury!
v Do not use the product to cut bushes, hedges, shrubs, to cut
of climbers or grass on roofs or balcony boxes, to chop up
branches, twigs and to level irregularities in the soil. Do not
use the product on a slope steeper than 20° maximum.
1. SAFETY
IMPORTANT!
Read the operator's manual carefully before use and keep for future
reference.
Symbols on the product:
Read operator's manual.
Keep bystanders away.
Beware of sharp blades. Blades continue to rotate
after the motor is switched off.
Remove disabling device before maintenance.
Secure the working area before starting to work.
Watch out for hidden cables.
Fire risk! Short-circuit! Do not connect the contacts
of the battery with metal components.
Switch off:
Remove the Battery before cleaning or maintenance.
Do not let the product become wet with rain or other moisture.
4
For the charger:
Remove plug from the mains immediately if the cable is
damaged or cut.
General safety warnings
Electrical safety for the charger
DANGER! Electric shock!
Risk of injury due to electric shock.
The product must be supplied through a residual current device (RCD)
v
having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
Training
a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the correct
use of the machine.
b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
machine. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
c) Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
d) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
a) While operating the machine always wear substantial footwear and long trou­
sers. Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or ties.
b) Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all
objects which can be thrown by the machine.
c) Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolt and the
blade assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged com­
ponents in set to preserve balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
d) Before use check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or
aging. If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from
the supply immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or worn.
Operation
a) Operate the machine only in daylight or in good artificial light.
b) Avoid operating the machine in wet grass.
c) Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
d) Walk, never run.
e) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
f) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
g) Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
h) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you.
i) Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted for transportation when cross­
ing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the machine to and from
area to be used.
j) Never operate the machine with defective guards or shields, or without safety
devices, for example deflectors and / or grass collector, in place.
k) Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well
away from the blade(s).
l) Do not tilt the machine when switching on the motor, except if the machine
has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely
necessary and lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
m) Do not start the machine when standing in front of the discharge opening.
n) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis­
charge opening at all times.
o) Do not transport the machine while the power source is running.
p
) Stop the machine, and remove the disabling device. Make sure that all moving
2
parts have come to a complete stop:
– whenever you leave the machine,
– before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
– before checking, cleaning or working on the machine,
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the machine;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately):
– inspect for damage,
– replace or repair any damaged parts,
– check for and tighten any loose parts.
Maintenance and storage
a) Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the machine is in safe work­
ing condition.
b) Check the grass collector frequently for wear or deterioration.
c) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
d) On machines with multi blade, take care as rotating one blade can cause
other blades rotate.
e) Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the
fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.