Replacement Part List

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NOTE: When the self-propelled system is turned o, the lawn
mower may lock itself from mowing backwards. In this case,
simply push ahead slightly and then move the mower back
as needed.
During operation, it may be easier to mow around an object
with the self-propelled system turned o.
mWARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, never attempt
to override the operation of the switch or self-propelled
system. Use the self-propelled system for its intended
purpose only.
Grass Bag Filling Level Indicator
1. The grass bag is equipped with a lling level indicator
window that is opened by the airow that the lawn mower
generates during operation (Fig. 18).
2. If the ap closes during mowing, this indicates that the
grass bag is full and must be emptied (Fig. 19).
NOTE: To ensure that the lling level indicator functions
properly, keep the holes under the ap clean and permeable.
Mowing Tips
mWARNING! Inspect the area prior to mowing and
remove all the stones, sticks, wires and other foreign objects
that could be picked up and thrown by the rotating blade.
Failure to comply not only will damage the mower blade, but
can also lead to serious personal injury.
• Be sure to check the mowing blade periodically for signs
of wear and replace as needed, as described in the
maintenance section.
NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the
performance of the mower, especially when cutting tall
blades of grass.
• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed/
self-propelled speed in order to allow for a more eective
cut and a proper discharge of the clippings. For a healthy
lawn, always cut o one-third or less from the total length
of the grass. The average lawn should be approximately
1.5 in. to 2 in. (3.8 cm to 5 cm) long during cool months,
and more than 2 in. (5 cm) long during hot months. If there
is growth, the lawn should be cut in the fall.
• The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same
height and in alternate directions.
• When crossing any gravelled surfaces, release the switch
bar lever to turn o the mower. The stones can be picked
up and thrown by the rotating blade.
• Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing
on uneven ground or in tall weeds.
mWARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor
and remove the battery. Thoroughly inspect the mower and
repair any damage before resuming work.
• IMPORTANT! Never open the ejector ap when the grass
collection bag has been detached (to be emptied) and
the motor is still running. A rotating blade can cause
serious injuries!
• Always carefully fasten the ejector ap and grass
collection bag. Switch o the motor before emptying the
grass collection bag. Always ensure that a safe distance
(provided by the length of the long handles) is maintained
between the user and the mower housing. Be especially
careful when mowing and changing direction on slopes
and inclines.
• Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear
and long trousers. Always mow across an incline (not up
and down).
• For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used to
mow inclines with gradients exceeding 15 degrees.
• Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn
mower towards you as such maneuvering of the machine
poses a tripping hazard.
• For eective mulching, do not cut wet grass; it tends to
stick to the underside of the deck, preventing the proper
mulching of grass clippings. The best time to mow grass
is in the late afternoon, when the grass is dry and the
newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• For the best mulching performance, set the cutting height
to remove approximately one third of the grass length,
ideally no more than 1.5 in. at one time. If the grass is
overgrown, it may be necessary to increase the cut height
to make it easier to mow and to prevent overloading
the motor. Slow your cutting pace in tall or thick grass
conditions. For mulching extremely thick or tall grass, it is
advisable to rst cut at a high cut-height setting, and then
re-cut to the nal cut height. Otherwise, make narrower
cuts and mow slowly. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE
BLADE IS SHARP
Fig. 19
Grass indicator
window