Qualcast MEH1533 Instruction Manual

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16Customer Helpline 0845 077 8888Mowing AdviceOperating Instructions & TipsCut your grass twice a week during the growing season,your lawn will suffer if more than a third of itslength is cut at one time.Keep the under side of the mower casing clean and remove all grass deposits from it. Deposits make itmore difficult to start the mower and also adversely affect the mowing quality and the grass collection.Switch off the motor before you carry out any inspections of the blade. Remember that the blade willcontinue to turn for a few seconds after the motor has been switched off. Never attempt to stop theblade.The cutting system must be kept in good condition and inspected before and after use. Switch offthe motor before you carry out any inspections of the cutting system. Remember that the blade willcontinue to turn for a few seconds after the motor has been switched off. Never attempt to stop theblade.Check the blade for wear and replace when necessary. Blades should have a good cutting edge. Theshape of the blade should be identical on each cutting end, any dents, bends or twists due to impactscan alter the balance of the blade and increase vibration.Place the mains lead in loops on the ground near the wall socket. Mow away from the socket andcable and ensure that the mains lead is always on the section of lawn that you have already mowed sothat you do not run over the mains lead with the mower.If you see the grassbox is full whilst you are mowing, you should stop the mower and empty thegrassbox.IMPORTANT! Before you remove the grassbox, switch off the motor and wait until the blade reachesa complete standstill.If any grass drops onto the ground you need move the mower away from the area to make it easier tore-start the motor.Do not remove grass cuttings in the mower casing or on the blade by hand or with your feet. Insteaduse a suitable tool such as a soft hand brush. To ensure efficient grass collection the grass collectorshould be cleaned after use. This will ensure the air is able to flow freely through it for best grasscollection performance.Only fit the grassbox when the motor is switched off and the cutting head is not moving.