Challenge SLM32E-ZB Operation instructions

Original Manual
CHALLENGE
1000W 32CM Lawn Mower
SLM32E-ZB
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly.
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from
your lawn mower, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on
01904 727508 prior to returning product to store. SAN NO.:03218BYAN011
June 2022

Contents
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Introduction...................................................................................................3
Safety Information .................................................................................................... 3
Parts list ................................................................................................................. 13
Assembly.........................................................................................15
Operation....................................................................................................19
Maintenance and Storage .........................................................................................22
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................26
Technical Data .............................................................................................................28
Recycling and Disposal................................................................................................29
Guarantee ....................................................................................................................30
Produced in China.
Argos Limited
489-499 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW.
Argos (N.I.) Ltd, Forestside Shopping Centre, Upper Galwally, Belfast,
United Kingdom, BT8 6FX.
Argos Distributors (Ireland) Limited,
Unit 7, Ashbourne Retail Park, Ballybin Road, Ashbourne, County Meath, Ireland.

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Thank you for purchasing a CHALLENGE Lawn Mower.
We would like you to be completely satised with your new product and hope you will
enjoy using this tool for many years.
Your CHALLENGE Lawn Mower has been designed for cutting grass and similar soft
vegetation in private and hobby garden areas which are accessible with a Lawn Mower.
The device is not allowed to be used in public gardens, parks, sports centers or at
roadsides as well as agriculture and forestry.
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE.
KEEP FOR FURTURE REFERENCE.
1. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the product.
Read 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 warnings
listed below refers to your mains operated power
tool.
Introducton
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Safety Information
Power Tool Safety Warnings
Introduction

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1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the product.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the product while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Safety Information
Training
Preparation
1. While operating the product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the product
when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose tting or that has hanging cords
or ties.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be
used and remove all objects which can be thrown by
the product.
3. 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.
Preparation

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Preparation
Safety Information
4. 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
supply immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not
use the product if the cord is damaged or worn.
Operation
1. Operate the product only in daylight or in good articial
light.
2. Avoid operating the product in wet grass.
3. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
4. Walk, never run.
5. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
7. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
8. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
product towards you.
9. Stop the blade(s) if the product has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the product to and from
the area to be used.
10.Never operate the product with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deectors and/or grass collector, in place.

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Safety Information
11. Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade(s).
12.Do not tilt the product when switching on the motor,
except if the product has to be tilted for starting. In this
case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and
lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
13.Do not start the product when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
14.Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
15.Do not transport the product while the power source is
running.
16.Stop the product, and remove plug from the socket.
Make sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop
- whenever you leave the product,
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
product,
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the product
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the product;
Operation

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Safety Information
17.If the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
Operation
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
product is in safe working condition.
2. Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
3. Be careful during adjustment of the product to prevent
entrapment of the ngers between moving blades and
xed parts of the product.
4. Always allow the product to cool down before storing.
5. When servicing the blades be aware that, even though
the power source is switched off, the blades can still be
moved.
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only
genuine replacement parts and accessories.
Recommendation for class II products
The product should be supplied via a residual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30
mA.

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Safety Information
Vibration and noise reduction
To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission, limit
the time of operation, use low-vibration and low-noise
operating modes as well as wear personal protective
equipment.
Take the following points into account to minimize the
vibration and noise exposure risks:
1. Only use the product as intended by its design and
these instructions.
2. Ensure that the product is in good condition and well
maintained.
3. Use correct cutting device for the product and ensure it
is in good condition.
4. Keep tight grip on the handles/gripping surface.
5. Maintain this product in accordance with these
instructions and keep it well lubricated (where
appropriate).
6. Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration
tool use across a longer period of time.

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Safety Information
Emergency
Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means
of this instruction manual. Memorise the safety directions
and follow them to the letter. This will help to prevent risks
and hazards.
1. Always be alert when using this product, so that you
can recognise and handle risks early. Fast intervention
can prevent serious injury and damage to property.
2. Switch off and disconnect from the power supply if
there is any malfunction. Have the product checked by
a qualied specialist and repaired, if necessary, before
you put it into operation again.
Even if you are operating this product in accordance
with all the safety requirements, potential risks of injury
and damage remain. The following dangers can arise in
connection with the structure and design of this product:
1. Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the
product is being used over long periods of time or not
adequately managed and properly maintained.
2. Injuries and damage to property due to broken
application tools or the sudden impact of hidden
objects during use.
3. Danger of injury and property damage caused by ying
objects.
Residual risks

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Safety Information
WARNING!
RISK OF DAMAGE!
If you are not cautious when opening the
packaging with a sharp knife or other pointed
objects, you may easily damage the lawn mower.
Therefore, be very careful when opening.
1. Take the lawn mower out of the packaging and
check whether the appliance or the individual
parts exhibit damage. If this is the case, do not
use the lawn mower. Contact the manufacturer
at the service address specied on the warranty
card.
2. Check to make sure that the delivery is complete
(see Fig A).
Checking the lawn mower and product contents
The product is intended for mowing grass in domestic
gardens only. It must not be used to mow unusually high,
dry or wet grass, e.g. pasture grass; for shredding leaves
or mulching.
For safety reasons it is essential to read the entire
instruction manual before rst operation and to observe
all the instructions therein.
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.
Intended use

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Read the instruction manual before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear dust mark.
Wear gloves to protect your hands.
Wear safety boots to protect your feet.
Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions.
WARNING-Keep supply exible cord away from the cutting blades.
Objects thrown by the product could hit the user or other bystanders. Always
ensure that other people and pets remain at a safe distance from the product
when it is in operation. In general, children must not come near the area where
the product is in operation.
Beware of sharp blades. Blades continue to rotate after the motor is switched
off. Remove the plug from the mains before maintenance or if the cord is
damaged.
Never use mower unless the grass catcher or guard provided is in position.
Warning Symbols
Safety Information

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This product is constructed using protection class II. That means it is equipped
with enhanced or double insulation and does not need to be earthed.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools,
hoses and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and
disposed of in an environmentally safe way.
Guaranteed Sound power level data (96 dB(A)) in accordance with Directive
2000/14/EC.
Conforms to relevant EU regulatory requirements
Conforms to relevant UK regulatory requirements
WARNING!
This appliance should be connected to your mains supply using an RCD
(Residual Current Device). The operating current of this device must be less
than 30mA. Contact an electrician if you are unsure of how to proceed.
For safety reasons, this lawnmower is not to be used by children, young people
under 8 years of age, or any other persons who are not acquainted with these
operating instructions.
Warning Symbols
Safety Information
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Parts description
Parts list
1. Upper handle
2. Knob with bolt x 2
3. Lower handle
4. Transportation handle
5. Air vents
6. Wheel x 4
7. Hand knob x 4
8. Screw x 2
9. Deector guard
10. Grass catcher handle
11. Grass catcher
12. Cord
13. Cord clip x2
14. Lock-off button
15. Start lever
16. Blade
17. Bolt
18. Hook
19. Mounting plates

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Preparing to assemble the lawn mower
Assembly
WARNING!
- Always check the mounting plates before assembling the wheels. Never
attach the wheel on a damaged or loose mounting plate.
- The wheels must be assembled on the same height level. Using a product
with wheels assembled on different height level may cause damage of the
cutting unit (e.g. cutting device, spindle etc.) or an unsatisfactory result.
Wheel assembly
1. Align the axle hole of the wheel with one of the three height adjustment
holes in the mounting plate (See Fig B) .
2. Insert the knob and tighten it to secure the wheel. Pay attention to the
colour of the bolt. Make sure the colour of the bolt matches the colour of
the mounting plate (See Fig C D)
C
B
D
SILVER BOLTS tighten
clockwise to secure
On the right hand side of the deck:
BLACK BOLTS tighten
ANTI-clockwise to secure
On the left hand side of the deck:

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Assembly
Wheel assembly
3. Repeat the assembly for the other three wheel assemblies.
NOTE! Hand knobs for left side or right side wheels are different! The two hand
knobs with black colour bolts are for the left side wheels ; The two hand knobs
with silver colour bolts are for the right side wheels. The colour of the bolts
match the colour of the mounting plate on the machine.
Ensure the four wheels are assembled at the same height level and rotate
smoothly.
Place the lawnmower on its side when tightening each wheel (See Fig E).
IMPORTANT! Ensure all four wheels are securely tightened before each use.
E
F
Mounting the lower handle bar
1. Insert the lower handle bars into the supports. Ensure the mounting holes
in the lower handle bars are aligned with the ones in the supports (See Fig
F).
2. Secure the lower handle bars with the screws and tighten them with a
suitable crosshead screwdriver.

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Assembly
Mounting the upper handle bar
1. Remove the bolts from the knobs and keep them handy.
2. Attach the upper handle bar to the lower handle bars and align the holes
in the upper handle bar with the ones in the lower handle bars (See Fig G,
H & I).
3. Secure the upper handle bar with the knobs and bolts to the lower handle
bars and tighten the knobs clockwise.
4. Fix the power cord with the cord clips to the handle bars (See Fig J).
GH
I J

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Assembly
Mounting the grass catcher
1. Fit the upper part onto the lower part by xing all the outer clips correctly
(See Fig K).
2. Fit the handle onto the top of the grass catcher so that it clicks into place
(See Fig L).
3. Hang the grass box on to the hook (See Fig M).
K
M
L

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Operation
Switching on/off
1. Ensure the start lever is released.
2. Press the lock-off button and hold it in position (See Fig N).
3. Squeeze the start lever towards the handle to switch the product on (See
Fig O). Hold the start lever in position during operation.
4. Release the lock-off button once the product is running.
5. Release the start lever to switch the product off.
NOTE! The product can only be started by pressing the lock-off button rst
followed by squeezing the start lever .
Reverse operation will not start the product.
NOTE! The cutting device will continue to rotate for a short period after the
product has been switched off.
N O
Cutting height adjustment
WARNING!
Adjust the cutting height according to the needs of your lawn. The cutting
height depends on the kind of lawn and its actual height. When mowing high
grass, start with the maximum cutting height and make a second cut with a
lower cutting height.
WARNING!
Always check the mounting plates before assembling the wheels. Never attach
the wheel on a damaged or loose mounting plate.
The wheels must be assembled at the same height level. Using a product with
wheels assembled on a different height level may cause damage of the cutting
unit (e.g. cutting device, spindle etc.) or an unsatisfactory result.

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Operation
Cutting height adjustment
1. Release the start lever and disconnect the product from the power supply
before adjusting the height of the wheels.
2. Loosen the knob and remove them together with the wheel.
NOTE! To loosen the knobs on the right side (with silver bolts turn
anticlockwise, on the left side (with black bolts) turn clockwise.
3. Align the axle hole of the wheel with the required height adjustment hole in
the mounting plate and tighten the knob.
4. Repeat the height adjustment for the other three wheel assemblies.
5. Ensure the four wheels are assembled at the same height level and rotate
smoothly.
Grass catcher
Always attach the grass catcher when using the product for grass collection.
Always carry the grass catcher by its handle.
Empty the grass catcher frequently during use. Do not wait until it is completely
full. We recommend emptying it when it is half full.
NOTE! A full grass catcher will reduce the performance of this product.
1. Lift the deector guard and lift the grass catcher off the hooks.
2. Remove the grass clippings from the discharge chute into the grass
catcher. Use a proper tool such as a brush.
3. Remove the grass catcher.
4. Empty the grass clippings onto a compost heap.
5. Re-t the grass catcher to the hooks.
Mowing