BATTERIES
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The battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure
full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery
in the battery charger before using your power tool for the
first time)
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Only use the following batteries and chargers with
this tool
- SKIL battery: BR1*31****
- SKIL charger: CR1*31****
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Do not use the battery when damaged; it should be
replaced
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Do not disassemble the battery
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Do not expose tool/battery to rain
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Permitted ambient temperature (tool/charger/battery):
- when charging 0...+45°C
- during operation –20...+50°C
- during storage –20...+50°C
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL
4 Read the instruction manual before use
5 Batteries may explode when disposed of in fire, so do not
burn battery for any reason
6 Store tool/charger/battery in locations where temperature
will not exceed 50°C
7 Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together
with household waste material
8 Beware of sharp blades, after switching off the tool the
blade continues to rotate for a few seconds, switch
off and remove safety key from tool before cleaning/
maintenance.
9 Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying
debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area)
q Wear protective glasses and hearing protection
w Do not expose tool to rain
USE
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Charging battery
! read the safety warnings and instructions
provided with the charger
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Battery level indicator e
- press the battery level indicator button Q to show the
current battery level e a
! when the lowest level of the battery indicator
starts flashing after pressing button Q e b, the
battery is empty
! when 2 levels of the battery indicator start flashing
after pressing button Q e c, the battery is not
within the allowable operating temperature range
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Battery protection
The tool is suddenly being switched off or prevented from
being switched on, when
- the load is too high --> remove load and restart
- the battery temperature is not within the allowable
operating temperature range of -20 to +50°C --> 2
levels of the battery level indicator start flashing when
pressing button Q e c; wait until battery has returned
within the allowable operating temperature range
- the battery is nearly empty (to protect against
deep discharge) --> a low battery level or flashing low
battery level e b is shown by the battery level indicator
when pressing button Q; charge battery
! do not continue to press the on/off switch after the
tool is switched off automatically; battery may be
damaged
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Removing/installing the battery r a
- 2 battery packs need to be installed
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Removing/installing safety key P r b
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Adjusting height of tool handle F t
I = High
II = Low
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Adjusting cutting height (25-75 mm) y
- adjust handle G by putting it in slot for desired cutting
height. 1 = 25mm, 2 = 35mm, 3 = 45mm, 4 = 55mm, 5
= 65mm, 6 = 75 mm
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On/off safety switch u
Prevents the tool from being switched on accidentally
- switch on tool by first pressing safety switch A and then
pulling trigger switch B
- switch off tool by releasing trigger switch B
! after switching off the tool the blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds
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Automatic high speed mode
When the mower is under heavy load (high, dense or
humid grass) it can automatically activate the high speed
mode; you may notice a different sound caused by an
increased speed
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Wheel driving
- push the self-propelling lever K forward and hold it
against the grip handle to drive the mower forward
- release the self-propelling lever K to stop the mower's
forward motion.
- operate the self-propelling lever K with a quick and
complete motion, so the clutch is either fully engaged
or fully released.
- the wheel driving speed can be adjusted with speed
dial M
- the mower can also be used without operating the self-
propelled wheel driving
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Operating instructions
- hold the mower with both hands
- place the mower on the edge of the lawn and mow in a
forward direction
- reverse at the end of each turn, slightly overlapping the
previous cut strip
! only use the mower on dry grass
- keep the mower away from solid objects and plants
! for mowing long grass, first set the cutting
mechanism to the maximum cutting height, then
to a lower cutting height
! adjust your walking pace when mowing long grass
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Grass box full indicator i
- empty grass box J as soon as flap R lowers by itself,
indicating that the grass box is full
- for optimal grass collecting performance regularly clean
the holes underneath flap R with a hand brush
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Mulching function o
- for mulching install mulching plug N as shown
MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
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This tool is not intended for professional use
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Always switch off the tool, remove battery pack, and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
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Always keep tool clean
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Clean the mower after each use with a hand brush and
a soft cloth
! do not use water (especially no high-pressure
sprays)
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