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14
Starting + Stopping
mWARNING! Before switching on the reel mower, make
sure that it is not in contact with any foreign objects. Keep your
hands and feet a safe distance away from the rotating mower
blades and the ejector opening. Failure to comply with these
warnings can result in severe personal injury.
IMPORTANT: Do not start the reel mower in tall grass.
1. Make sure the unit's On/O switch lever is not squeezed
on. Insert the battery and the safety key in their slots
(Fig. 17). Close the battery compartment cover.
2. To start the machine, press and hold the safety lock
button, then pull the On/O switch lever toward you (Fig.
18). Once the machine powers on, release the safety lock
button and proceed with operation.
3. To stop the mower, release the On/O switch lever.
mWARNING! The mower blade will continue to rotate for
a brief period after the unit has been switched o. Do not tilt or
carry the unit while the motor is still running and do not touch
the blade while it is still rotating. Failure to comply could result
in severe personal injury.
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 blades periodically for signs of wear
and replace them at least once per year, as described in
the maintenance section.
NOTE: Sharp blades will greatly enhance the performance
of the reel mower, especially when cutting tall grass.
• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed
in order to allow for a more eective 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 On/
O switch 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.
• 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).
• Use special caution when backing up and pulling the reel
mower towards you as such maneuvering of the machine
poses a tripping hazard.
• For eective 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.
Fig. 16
Cutting height mark
Fig. 17
Battery
compartment
cover
Safety key
Battery
pack
Fig. 18
On/o
switch lever
Safety lock
button
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