ALDI Ferrex Ninja User manual

User Manual
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IM ed 3; 10/2020
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10093
224CC, 4 STROKE, ELECTRIC START, SELF
PROPELLED, PETROL LAWN MOWER
WITH SIDE DISCHARGE
& MULCH FUNCTION
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PLUSPLUS
20V
BATTERY SYSTEM
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FINITY
20V
BATTERY SYSTEM
PLUSPLUS
20V
BATTERY
SYSTEM
PLUSPLUS

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Contents
Pack Contents /Parts 2
Description of Symbols 3
General Safety Warnings 4
Safety Rules for Petrol Lawn Mowers 6
Operation Safety Instructions 10
Safety Rules for Charger & Batteries 12
Intended use of the 224cc Petrol Lawn Mower 14
Parts List 16
Assembly 19
Assembling the Lower Handle and Adjusting the Handle Height 19
Attaching the Upper Handle Bar to the Lower Handle 21
Assembly of the Hard Catcher 22
Attaching the Hard Catcher 22
Assembly of the Side Discharge Chute 23
Recoil Starter Handle Holder 24
Battery Charging 24
Preparing for Operation 25
Mulch and Mowing 25
Adding and Checking the oil 26
Fuelling 27
Adjusting the Cutting Height 28
Operation 29
Starting the Engine (Electric / Key Start) 29
Starting the Engine (Manual Recoil Start) 30
Stopping the Engine 30
Emergency Stopping 30
Mowing Advice/Engine tipping 31
Poor Engine Performance 32
Operating Functions of the Lawn Mower 32
Maintenance 33
Replacing the Blades 33
Removing Oil 34
Air cleaner Maintenance 35
Spark Plug 36
Deck Wash 37
Storage and Transporting 39
Transporting 39
Storage 39
Warranty 41
Warranty 41
Environmental Protection 41
What your 5 year Warranty Means 41
Accessories and After Sales Parts 42
Troubleshooting 43
Service Support 43
Technical Specications 44
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224cc 4 Stroke Petrol Lawn Mower
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Pack Contents /Parts
Congratulations on the purchase of your Ferrex® 224cc 4 Stroke Petrol Lawn
Mower. When you open your packaging, rst remove all items and check
there are no parts damaged or missing. If you nd anything wrong, do not
operate the product until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been
rectied. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
Intended use of the 224cc Petrol LawnMower
NOTE: This product is for private domestic DIY use only.
It is not suitable for commercial, industrial or trade use.
This product is suitable for private home use i.e for use in home and
gardening environments, for the application of mowing.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
NOTE: This is a 4 stroke Lawn Mower.
The engine MUST be lled with 500ml of SAE 10W/30 BEFORE starting.
Fresh unleaded fuel must be used in this unit.
DO NOT use Ethanol based fuels. Do NOT mix oil with fuel.
NOTE: First time users or inexperienced operators pay particular attention to
the operation of the Lawn Mower, including details of starting and stopping
the mower on pages 27-29 and correct use of the Lawn Mower on pages
29-31.
Contents of carton
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1 x Lawn Mower
1 x Hard Catcher (not tted)
1 x Side Discharge Chute (not tted)
1 x Spark Plug Wrench
1 x Standard Hose Fitting (not tted)
1 x 20V Xnity Li-Ion Battery
1 x Plug Pack Charger
2 x Drink Holder Cups
2 x Upper Handle Locking Levers with 2 x
round washers + 2 x curved washers +
2 x locking knobs (not tted)
1 x Charger Adaptor
1 x Key Set (2)
1 x Mulching Block (tted)
4 x Cable Holder Clip (tted)
1 x Instruction Manual
1 x Warranty Card & details
1 x Quick Start Guide
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Description of Symbols
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The rating plate on your product may show symbols. These represent important information about
the product or instructions on its use.
Conforms to relevant standards for electrical safety
and electromagnetic compatibility.
Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.
Wear safety footwear.
Wear safety gloves.
Warning.
Do not crush, disassemble, short terminals or
dispose in re;there is a risk of burns, explosion or re.
Do not put in water.
Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient
temperature is less then 0°C or greater than 40°C.
Indoor use.
Double Insulation. There are two independent barriers of insulation
to protect you from the possibiltiy of electrical shock.
Polarity.
Read these instructions for use carefully.
Use at a distance of at least 15m from other people.
Thrown objects can cause severe injury.
Explosive material.
Extremely hot surface. Do not touch a hot muer, gear box or
cylinder, you may get burned. These parts get extremely hot from
operation and remain hot for a short time after the unit is turned o.
Before carrying out any operation stop the engine
and disconnect the spark plug.
Risk of hand and feet injuries.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed
of with household waste.
Noise label rating 98dbBA (taken at 4 metres).
You must wear ear protection at all times.
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Box
Bag
The bag is not recyclable at kerbside, and
should be placed in the general waste bin.
The plastic wrap is not recyclable at
kerbside, and should be placed in the
general waste bin.
The box is recyclable at the kerbside.
The inserts are recyclable at the
kerbside.
60 Months Warranty
12 Months Warranty
Wrap
12
60
Check the oil level!

General Safety Warnings
Safety instructions
WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re
and/or serious injury. The term “power tool”in all of the warnings below
refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool, garden power tool,
battery-operated (cordless) power tool or your petrol operated
garden tool.
Save these instructions
Work area
• Ensure the area to be mowed is clear and free of debris, rocks, gravel,
garden furniture etc.
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite
accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Ensure all animals, children and bystanders are at least 15m away while
operating this lawn mower. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Personal safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired
or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities ensure that these are connected and properly used.
Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and o. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
• Turn tool o completely before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• When not in use, store power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may aect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent from
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair personnel using
only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
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General Safety Warnings
Safety rules for Petrol Lawn Mowers
Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Get familiar with the controls and proper
use of the equipment.
• Only use the lawn mower for the purpose for which it was designed,
i.e. for cutting and collecting grass. Any other use can be hazardous,
causing damage to the machine.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use
the lawn mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Never use the lawn mower:
• When people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
• If the operator has taken medicine or substances that can aect his
ability to react and concentrate.
• Remember that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
• While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine or damage the
cutter assembly and the engine (stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
WARNING: DANGER!
Engine fuel is highly ammable.
• Store fuel in containers specically designed for this purpose.
• Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only.
• Do not smoke while refuelling or whenever handling the fuel.
• Never refuel near an open ame.
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• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the
machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source
of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and the vapour dispersed.
• Replace all fuel tanks and containers caps securely.
• Substitute faulty silencers.
• Before use, always inspect the machine, especially the condition of the
blades, and check that the screws and cutting assembly are not worn
or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and screws in sets to
preserve balance.
• Discharge openings must be guarded at all times. Do not remove the
discharge guard or hold it up while mowing.
• It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when operating the
mower.
Operation
• Do not operate the engine in a conned space where dangerous
carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
• Mow only in daylight or good articial light.
• If possible, avoid operating the equipment in wet grass.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
• Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled along by the
lawn mower.
• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°.
• Exercise extreme caution when pulling the lawn mower towards you.
• Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation
when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the
lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
• Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety
devices, such as the stoneguard and/or grass-catcher, in place.
Replace if damaged.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine.
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• On power-driven models, disengage the drive clutch before starting
the engine.
• Start the engine carefully, following the instructions and keeping feet
well away from the blade.
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.
Start the engine on a at surface that is free of obstacles and tall grass.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
• Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire:
- Before carrying out any work underneath the cutting deck or before
unclogging the chute;
- Before checking, cleaning or working on lawn mower;
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower for damage and
make repairs before restarting and operating the lawn mower;
- If the lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (nd and remove the
cause of the vibration immediately).
• Stop the engine:
- Whenever you leave the lawn mower unattended.
- Before refuelling.
- Every time you remove or replace the grass-catcher.
• When mowing, always keep to a safe distance from the rotating blade.
This distance is the length of the handle.
• Never cut grass while walking backwards.
• Stop the engine before pushing mower across gravel drives, walks or
roads.
• This machine is to be used exclusively for cutting natural grass.
Never use the mower for other purposes. Any other utilization can
involve danger for your safety and can involve damage to the mower.
• The user is responsible for the safety of other people, animals and
objects in the working area. Keep children and domestic animals at a
safe distance while the mower is in use.
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Maintenance and Storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition. Regular maintenance is essential for safety and
performance.
• Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where
vapour may reach a ame or a spark or a source of extreme heat.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosed space.
• To reduce the re hazard, keep the engine, exhaust silencer, battery
compartment and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease. Do not leave containers with grass cuttings in rooms.
• Check the stone-guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear and
deterioration and replace if damaged.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and
when the engine is cool.
• Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade.
• Check the blade’s balance after sharpening.
• For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with worn or damaged
parts. Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Parts that are not of the
same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your
safety.
• Whenever the machine is to be handled, transported or tilted you must:
- Wear strong working gloves;
- Grasp the machine at the points that oer a safe grip, taking account of
the weight and its distribution.
• Damaged blades and worn bolts are major hazards.
• Fuel goes o in about 3 - 4 months. If you nd your mower does not
start, try changing the fuel in the tank with newly purchased fresh
unleaded fuel. Do not use ethanol based fuels.
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Operation Safety Instructions
WARNING: Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug before
any repairs or maintenance operations.
• Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are well tightened before every use.
• Before mowing ensure that the blade and the blade xing screw are
securely fastened. When the blade edges require re-sharpening, this
must be done evenly on both sides to prevent any imbalance. If the
blades are damaged, it must be replaced.
• When mowing always wear long trousers and strong, covered footwear.
• Do not run the engine in an enclosed and/or poorly ventilated area.
The gas of the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is dangerous to
your health.
• Work only when there is sucient light.
• Do not use the lawn mower when it is raining or when the grass is wet.
• Caution must be taken while mowing on slopes. Mow across the face of
slopes, never down or up.
• Turn o the engine if you must leave the lawn mower unattended.
• Never lift the rear of the mower while starting the engine and never
place your hands and feet underneath the deck while the engine is
running.
• If working on high grass, adjust the mowing height to reduce the friction
and prevent over loading. The optimal mowing height should be 1/3 the
height of the grass. It would aect the work eciency of lawn mower if
too much higher or lower.
• Never change the rated speed of the engine in any way .
• Never lift or carry the mower while the engine is running.
• Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cover in these cases:
- Before any operation under the deck.
- Before any maintenance, repairing or checking operations.
- Before carrying, lifting or removing the mower.
- If you leave the mower unattended or change the cutting height.
- After hitting a foreign object, stop the engine and check thoroughly
the mower in order to see if it is damaged. Take the mower to an
authorised service centre to carry out any repairs if necessary.
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- If the mower vibrates in an abnormal way, take the mower to an
authorised service centre.
- Check the bolts and nuts regularly. Bolts and nuts may vibrate loose
over time.
WARNING:
Fuel is highly ammable.
• Keep fuel in a jerry can specially made for this purpose.
• Fill the fuel tank with a funnel and outside. Do not smoke or use a mobile
phone during this process.
• Fill with fuel and oil before starting the engine. Never open the cap of
the fuel tank to add petrol while the engine is running or still hot.
• Do not start the engine if there is spilt fuel on the mower or in the area
surrounding. Take the mower away from the zone where fuel has been
spilt and avoid any contact from a hot source as long as the spilt petrol is
completely evaporated.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap and jerry can cap tightly.
Residual risk
Even if you use the petrol lawn mower properly and follow all safety notes,
there
are always residual risks. The following risks may occur:
• Lung injury if a suitable dust mask is not worn when dry mower.
• Hearing loss if suitable ear protection is not worn.
• Injury to health attributed to hand-arm vibrations if the petrol lawn
mower is used for a prolonged period of time.
• Risk of injury if long hair, loose-tting clothing or jewellery get caught by
rotating parts.
Reduce residual risks by using the petrol lawn mower with care and
following all safety notes as well as other instructions.
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Safety Rules for Charger & Batteries
a) Use only the charger and batteries supplied in this pack.
b) Protect the charger and battery pack against moisture including
rain and high humidity.
c) Always check that the power cord is correctly connected before
using the charger.
d) When you are not using the charger, remove the plug from the
mains socket. Do not pull the plug out by the power cord.
e) Handle the battery pack carefully. Do not let it fall or be subject to
impact.
f) Always remove the plug from the power socket before you clean or
maintain the charger or battery pack.
g) Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature is less
than 0°C or greater than 40°C.
h) Do not short circuit the battery pack. A short circuit gives rise to
a heavy current causing overheating and the possibility of re or
explosion.
i) Do not connect a cable to the battery pack terminals.
j) Make sure that no metal objects such as a nail, paper clip or coin
nds its way into the charging socket.
k) A damaged battery pack or one which no longer holds its charge
must be disposed of in a special way and not placed for normal
household rubbish collection.
l) Never throw a battery pack into a re or into water.
m) Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles do not allow for safe handling and control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
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n) This product should only be started by using Aldi Xnity Plus
batteries only. Other Battery models will be available from time to
time but use only models marked as Xnity Plus 20V.
NOTE: This unit may not be used by people (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, with a lack of
experience and without the appropriate knowledge, unless they are
supervised by someone who is responsible for their safety or have
been instructed by such a person with regard to how the unit is to be
operated.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the device.
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NOTE: This product is for private domestic DIY use only.
It is not suitable for commercial, industrial or trade use.
This product is suitable for private home use i.e for use in home and
gardening environments, for the application of mowing and mulching
grass.
This lawn mower oers various functions to accommodate dierent lawn
mowing requirements.
A. Catcher Mowing – standard lawn mowing with hard catcher attached.
B. Side Discharge Mow - Using the side discharge chute, grass clippings
are ejected from the mower on the right hand side of the deck. The rear
hard catcher should not used when the side discharge is used.
C. Mulch and Mow - Using the mower without the hard catcher attached;
the lawn mower will mulch as it cuts and and the ne grass clippings are
distributed back onto the grass surface without leaving piles of grass
clippings.
D. Self Propelled - Using the self propel function for eortless mowing
which can be used with any of the mowing functions listed above.
E. Deck Wash - The deck wash feature allows you to wash/clean the
underside of the lawn mower deck using a standard garden hose tting
or the supplied garden hose tting.
F. Electric Start - The electric start feature operates with an ALDI Xnity
20V Lithium-Ion battery to provide eortless starting.
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Intended use of the
224cc Petrol Lawn Mower
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224cc 4 Stroke Petrol Lawn Mower
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1. Upper handle bar
2.
Self Propel engage/disengage bar
3. Tool and refreshment holder
(2 x drink holders)
4. Cable holder clip/s
5. Upper handle locking lever (x2)
6. Upper handle locking knob (x2)
7. Self Propel engagement cable
8. Lower handle
9. Cutting height adjustment lever
10. Recoil starter
11. Engine
12. Air lter cover
13. Spark plug cover
14. Carry handle
15. Front wheels
16. Side ejector cover
17. Muer
18. Oil drain plug
19. Oil ller cap/dipstick
20. Rear wheels
21. Rotating quick adjustment
knobs (x2)
22. Rear discharge guard
23. Hard catcher
24. Key start battery system
charging cable
25. Recoil Starter handle holder
26. Key Set (x2)
27. Fuel tank cap
28. Fuel tank
29. Lower handle mounting plate
(with 3 height position)
30. Side discharge chute
31. Catcher attachment hook (x2)
32. Catcher attachment bracket (x2)
33. Deck wash nozzle
34. Mulching block
35. Air lter
36. 4 x Blades
37. Blade bolt
38. Outer Flange + washer
39. Spark Plug wrench
40. Blade mounting plate
41. Standard hose tting
42. Battery compartment
43. Battery charger adaptor
44. Plug Pack Charger
45. Battery release button
46. 20V Xnity Li-ion Battery
47. Spark Plug
Part List
Parts List

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26
24
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12
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6
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