PowerBase 577184 User manual
53cm Self Propelled Petrol
Rotary Lawn Mower
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best
from your product, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely. If you need help
or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727 509.
IMPORTANT!
Please read these
instructions fully before
starting assembly.
Instruction
Manual
36cm 1050W Electric
Tiller 577184
2
Contents
General safety warnings 3
Intended use 9
Warning symbols 11
In the box 13
Assembly 14
Preparation 16
Operation 19
Maintenance and repair 20
Troubleshooting 23
Technical data 24
Disposal 25
Getting help 25
Warranty 26
3
General Safety Warnings
Safety warnings
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Carefully read the instructions for the
safe operation of the machine. Save all
warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• This machine MUST NOT be used by
children and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the machine by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator.
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the machine.
4
Safe operating practices for electric tiller
IMPORTANT!
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use this machine.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the
operator.
• Never operate the machine while people,
especially children or pets, are nearby.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
• While operating the machine, always wear
suitable footwear and long trousers. Do
not operate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open-toed sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties.
5
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the
machine is to be used, and remove all
objects which can be thrown by the
machine.
• 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 components in
sets to preserve balance. Replace damaged
or unreadable labels.
• 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 power supply
immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
Do not use the machine if the cord is
damaged or worn.
Operation
• Operate the machine only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
• Walk, never run.
• For wheeled rotary machines, work across
slopes, never up and down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
• Do not work on excessively steep slopes.
6
• Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling the machine towards you.
• Do not change the motor governor settings
or over speed the motor.
• Never operate the machine with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices.
• Carefully switch the motor on according to
instructions and with feet well away from
the cutting mean(s).
• Do not start the machine when standing in
front of the discharge opening.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
• Do not transport the machine while the
cutting blade is running.
• You must stop the machine immediately
and remove the plug from the socket (or
other disabling device), and make sure that
all moving parts have come to a complete
stop:
• whenever you leave the machine;
• before clearing blockages or unclogging
the 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.
7
• If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally,
stop immediately and manually:
• inspect for damage;
• replace or repair any damaged parts;
• check for and tighten any loose parts.
Maintenance and storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to
be sure the machine is in safe working
condition.
• On machines with multi blades, take care
as manually rotating one blade can cause
other blades to rotate.
• Be careful during adjustment of the
machine to prevent entrapment of the
fingers between moving blades and fixed
parts of the machine.
• Always allow the machine to cool down
before storing.
• When servicing the blades, be aware that,
even though the power source is switched
off, the blades can still be moved manually.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
8
Service
• Have your machine repaired by an
authorised service agent. This machine
is manufactured in accordance with the
relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger,
equipment must only be repaired by
qualified technicians.
• Only use parts and accessories made for
this machine by the manufacturer. Failure to
do so can result in personal injury.
Recommendation
• The machine should be supplied via a
residual current device (RCD) with a tripping
current of not more than 30mA.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons, in order
to avoid a hazard.
• Do not expose the machine to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering the machine will
increase the risk of electric shock.
• Supply cords shall not be lighter than
− if rubber insulated, ordinary tough rubber
sheathed exible cord (code designation
H05 RN-F).
− if polyvinyl chloride insulated, ordinary
polyvinyl chloride sheathed flexible cord
(code designation H05 VV-F).
9
Intended Use
• This product is designed for small gardens and flower beds; this
device effectively loosens and turns over new soil. It may also
be used to mix coarse soil with fertiliser, peat, and compost. This
product may not be used to till extremely dry or wet soil. The use
of this product in rain or wet conditions is prohibited.
• For safety reasons, it is essential to read the entire instruction
manual before first operation and observe all the instructions
herein.
• This product is intended for private domestic use only; not for
any commercial trade use. It must not be used for any purposes
other than those described herein.
Emergency
WARNING!
Familiarise yourself with the use of this machine by means
of this instruction manual. Memorise the safety directions
and follow them to the letter. This will help to prevent risks
and hazards.
• Always be alert when using the machine so that you can
recognise and handle risks early. Fast intervention can prevent
serious injury and damage to property.
• If there is any malfunction, switch off and disconnect from the
power supply. Have the machine checked by a qualified specialist
and repaired if necessary before you put it into operation again.
Residual risks
WARNING!
Even if you are operating the machine in accordance
with all safety requirements, potential risks of injury
and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in
connection with the structure and design of this machine:
• Health defects resulting from vibration emission, e.g. if the
machine is being used over long periods of time, or not
adequately managed and properly maintained.
• Injuries and damage to property due to broken tools or sudden
impact of hidden objects during use. Danger of injury and
property damage caused by flying objects.
10
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the machine. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges and moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
WARNING!
This machine produces an electromagnetic field during
operation! This field may, under some circumstances,
interfere with active or passive medical implants! To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend
persons with medical implants consult their doctor and
medical implant manufacturer before operating this
product!
Vibration and noise reduction
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emissions, limit the time
of operation, use low-vibration and low-noise operating modes, as
well as wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Take the following points into account to minimise the vibration and
noise exposure:
• Only use the machine as intended by its design and these
instructions.
• Ensure that the machine is in good condition and well
maintained.
• Use the correct cutting device for the machine and ensure they
are in good condition.
• Keep a tight grip on the handles/gripping surfaces.
• Maintain this machine in accordance with these instructions and
keep it well lubricated (where appropriate).
• Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration machine
use across a longer period of time.
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