How to MowYour product can be used to cut grass using thefollowing methods:-1. Grassbox Fitted:- grass is collected effectively andcompacted into the grassbox. (Q1)2. Mulch Plug Fitted:- grass cuttings are finelychopped to return nutrients to your lawn (Q2).3. Rear Discharge:- Effectively cuts long grass with noneed to empty the grassbox (Q3)How to Mow1. Start mowing the edge of the lawn nearest to thepower point so the cable is laid out on the lawn youhave already cut.2. Mow twice a week during the growing season, your lawnwill suffer if more than a third of its length is cut at one time.Do Not Overload Your MowerMowing long thick grass may cause the motor speed todrop, you will hear a change in the motor sound. If themotor speed drops you may overload your lawnmowerwhich may cause damage. When mowing in long thickgrass a first cut with the cutting height set higher will helpreduce the load. See Cutting Height Adjustment.Caring for your LawnmowerCleaning• USE GLOVES• IMPORTANT:- It is very important that you keep yourlawnmower clean. Grass clippings left in any of theair intakes or under the deck could become apotential fire hazard.1. Remove grass from under the deck with brush. (R1)2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from allair intakes (R2), the discharge chute (R3) and thegrass box (R4).3. Using a soft brush, remove grass clippings from thevision window (R5).4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a drycloth (R6).• IMPORTANT:- Never use water for cleaning yourlawnmower. Do not clean with chemicals, includingpetrol, or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.Storing your Lawnmower:• Loosen the Cam Locks to enable the handles to befolded over the product (S).• Store in a dry place where your lawnmower isprotected from damageAt the End of the Mowing Season1. Replace bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.2. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly.3. Make sure that the electric cable is stored correctlyto prevent damage.Fault Finding HintsFails to Operate1. Is the correct Starting procedure being followed?See ʻTo Start your Lawnmowerʼ2. Is the Power Turned On?3. Check the fuse in the plug, if blown replace.4. Fuse continues to blow?Immediately disconnect from the mains electricitysupply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.Poor Grass Collection1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.2. Clean the outside of the air intakes, the dischargechute and the underside of the deck.3. Raise to a higher height of cut. See Cutting HeightAdjustment.4. If poor collection persists.Immediately disconnect from the mains electricitysupply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.Excessive Vibration1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.2. Check that the blade is fitted correctly?3. If the blade is damaged or worn, replace it with a new one.4. If vibration persists?Immediately disconnect from the mains electricitysupply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.Lawnmower becomes heavy to push1. Disconnect from the mains electricity supply.2. In long grass or uneven ground, the height of cutshould be raised to a higher position. See CuttingHeight Adjustment.3. Check that the wheels and rollers can rotate freely.4. If problem persists?Immediately disconnect from the mains electricitysupply and consult your GARDENA Service Centre.ENGLISH - 3Grassbox Full Window• As the grassbox fills up, grass will be visible throughthe window (N1).• When the window/grassbox is full it is time to emptythe grassbox.Using as a mulcher1. Your lawnmower is supplied with a mulching plug. (P1)2. Stop your lawnmower as described in Starting andStopping.3. Lift safety flap and insert the mulching plug into reardischarge chute, (P2) ensuring it is securely fitted. (P3)4. The mulching plug prevents grass from beingcollected by blocking the collection chute on theunderside of the deck. (P4)Mulching PlugTo ensure you have a secure connection between thelawnmower and the extension cable we strongly recommendyou use the following method of attaching the cable:1. Plug the short connection lead into the socket of theextension cable. (M1).2. Form a loop in the end of the extension cable near tothe socket and secure this in the strain relief feature atthe top of the switchbox (M2, M3) This will cause thesocket to hang in a downward direction.If the short connection lead is damaged, it must bereplaced by the manufacturer, its service agent orsimilarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.CH (Schweiz)www.devicemanuals.eu