Gtech CLM Series User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
Original Instructions
Cordless Lawn Mower
CLM Series
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.
WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when
using an electrical appliance to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or
serious injury.
Personal Safety:
•Only use the mower on grass and lawns,
as described in this manual.
• Keep out of reach of children and
animals at all times.
• Only use in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not use while there are other people,
especially children, nearby.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the
mower.
• Do not use the mower while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. This may result in
serious personal injury.
• Always be aware of your surroundings
and stay alert for possible hazards.
• Use protective personal equipment
such as safety glasses, non-skid safety
shoes, sturdy gloves to reduce the risk
of personal injury.
• Do not operate when barefoot or
wearing open toed shoes.
• Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery and keep hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts.
• Mow across slopes, not up and down,
taking care when changing direction.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes
or in slippery conditions.
• Do not use on excessively steep slopes.
• Take particular care when reversing with the
mower or pulling it towards you.
• Never touch the rotating blade.
• Do not stand in front of the protective
flap when opened.
• Do not open the protective flap while
the motor is running.
• Never operate the mower over gravel,
as this risks flicking stones.
• Check the area where the mower is to
be used and remove any objects that
could jam or be thrown by the mower,
such as stones and sticks.
• Avoid operating the mower on wet
grass.
• Check the grass box regularly for any
wear and deformation.
• Do not use the mower without the grass
box or other protective guards in place.
• Never operate the mower with
damaged guards or without the guards
in place.
• Visually check the cutting tools and their
fasteners for any damage before each
use.
• To prevent imbalance, any damaged or
worn-out parts should be replaced.
• When operating the mower ensure that
both hands are correctly positioned on
the handle.
• Only start the mower when your feet are a
safe distance from the cutting blade.
• Do not tilt the mower when starting the
motor.
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• Do not operate the mower if it is
incomplete or has unauthorised
modifications.
• Keep all body parts, especially hands
and feet, away from the blade at all
times.
• Warning, the blade will continue to
move aer the motor is switched off.
• Ensure that the blade has fully stopped
and safety key has been removed before:
- leaving the mower
- clearing a blockage
- adjusting the cutting height
- emptying the grass box
- liing or carrying the mower
- tilting the mower to move
- checking or cleaning the mower
- carrying out any maintenance
• If the mower vibrates intensively, stop
the motor fully and identify the cause.
• The operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people at
their property.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience or knowledge.
• Never modify the mower in any way.
Electrical safety:
• Do not operate the mower in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Mowers create sparks, which may ignite
the dust and fumes.
• Do not use the mower when a
thunderstorm is approaching.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose the mower to rain or wet
conditions.
• Do not handle the charger or the mower
with wet hands.
• Before charging check the power
supply and charger cables for signs of
damage or ageing.
• Do not expose the mower to
temperatures exceeding 80ºC, or leave
the mower in direct sunlight or in the hot
boot of a car for prolonged periods.
Battery safety:
• Do not attempt to use the charger with
any other product or to charge this
product with any other charger.
• Do not use the charger in moist or wet
conditions or outdoors.
• Disconnect the cable connectors by
pulling the plug only, never the charger.
• Do not use a damaged charger.
• Never cover the ventilation slots.
• Never open the charger. In case of
defect, contact Gtech.
• This product contains Li-Ion batteries.
Do not incinerate batteries or expose
to high temperatures, as they may
explode.
• Do not charge the battery when the
surrounding air temperature or the
battery pack is below 0°C or above 40°C.
• Aer heavy use or in high temperatures
the battery may become warm. Allow
the product to cool for 30 minutes
before charging.
• Use only with the battery pack supplied.
• Leaks from battery cells can occur under
extreme conditions. If the liquid gets on
your skin wash immediately with soap
and water. If the liquid gets into your
eyes, flush them immediately with cold
water for a minimum of 10 minutes and
seek urgent medical attention.
• Protect the battery against excessive
temperatures and fire.
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• Do not store the battery outside for
prolonged periods of time over the
winter months.
• Do not dispose of the battery
pack into household waste, fire or
water. The battery pack should be
collected, recycled or disposed of in
an environmentally friendly manner.
Discharge your battery pack by
operating your Cordless Lawn Mower.
Remove the battery pack from the
housing and cover the battery pack
connections with heavy duty ventilation
tape to prevent a short circuit and
energy discharge. Do not attempt to
open or remove any of the components.
• Remove the battery and charger from
the mains when fully charged.
• Unplug the charger from the mains and
battery when fully charged.
Service:
• Do not use the mower if the switch does
not turn on or off. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled by the switch is
dangerous and must be removed or
replaced.
• Before any servicing and cleaning
take out the safety key and remove the
battery.
• Check all visible fixing screws and nuts,
especially on the cutter bar, to ensure
they are tightened properly.
• Do not keep the mower in a damp
room.
• Before using the the mower and aer
any impact, check for signs of wear
and damage and repair or replace as
necessary.
• Use only genuine replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the the
mower is maintained.
• Do not attempt to repair any damaged
parts on the mower unless you are
qualified to do so.
• Please contact Gtech on 01905 345891
if you have any queries about your
product.
Intended Use:
• This product is intended for DOMESTIC
USE ONLY.
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Warning Label Descriptions
• Please read this manual carefully. Familiarise yourself thoroughly with the controls and
proper use of this machine. You should know how the machine works and how to
immediately switch it off.
• Never let children use this mower. Never let adults work with this mower if not
properly trained.
• Do not let any persons, especially small children, or pets near you while mowing.
• Take care not to slip or fall while mowing.
Warning/Caution. Remove safety key before servicing
and cleaning.
Beware of servering toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a rotat-
ing blade.
Dangerous voltage.
Read the instruction manual. Keep bystanders at a safe distance (at
least 5m).
Caution: Wait until blades stop rotat-
ing when switched off.
Always keep the lawnmower on the
ground when mowing.
Tilting or liing the lawnmower may
cause stones to be thrown out.
Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors while raining.
Do not dispose of Li-Ion battery with
general household waste.
Grass bin empty. Grass bin full.
Guaranteed Sound Power Level
L WA
96dB
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What’s in the box
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2
1
1
3
4
3
4
Chassis
Grass box
Charger
Battery
Make a note of your product serial number code for future reference. You can find this in
the grass box flap.
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Thank you for choosing Gtech
“Welcome to the Gtech family. I started Gtech to create sensible, easy
to use products that do a great job, and hope you get many years of
trouble-free performance from your new product.”
Nick Grey – Inventor, owner of Gtech
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Handle set-up
Put the grass box to one side and take hold of
the mower’s upper handle. Pull upwards to
extend the handle assembly.
Twist the locking handles to tighten
Push the locking handle 90 degrees towards
the pole. If the locking handle struggles to lock
then lower the locking handle, twist backwards
to loosen and try again.
Do not force
When correctly assembled the locking handles
will be located on the inside of the handle
frame with the curved section of the locking
handle on the inside.
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Grass box assembly
Then push the metal rod into the clip
underneath the grass bin.
The scoop should be close to the metal rod at
the bottom.
Push the base of the grass bin down.
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Fitting the grass box
Insert the grass box into the back of the mower.To fit the grass box onto the mower, li up the
protective flap.
Ensure the hooks lock into place. The grass box is now fully assembled.
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The state of charge indicator on the battery
will be visible through the visor.
The visor will return to its original position.
Inserting the battery
Ensure the battery is firmly pushed down and
clicked into place in the battery housing.
Ensure the ‘G’ logo is facing upwards when
you slide the battery into the battery housing. It
will push firmly into place once fitted correctly.
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The mower will not work without the safety
key. Rotate it 90º clockwise to operate.
The safety key
Once correctly in place, the mower will be
ready to use.
Remove the key before you carry out any
maintenance, clear any grass, carry the mower
or put your hands near the blade.
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Once the mower is activated, you can release
the safety button.
Operating the Cordless Lawn Mower
Pull the lever to the handle to start the mower.
Releasing the lever will stop the mower.
To operate the mower, press and hold the
green saey button and then pull the lever
under the handle.
Ensure the safety key has been activated
before use.
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WARNING: to reduce risk of personal injury, wait for the blade to stop rotating and
remove the safety key before adjusting the cutting height.
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80
70
60 50 40
30
Adjusting the cutting height
Note that the lower settings will scalp uneven
lawns and reduce your lawn’s resistance to wear
and drought.
To adjust the height, hold the lever firmly and
move it into the notch required.
When mowing on uneven ground, it is
suggested you test the cutting height on
a small patch of grass, to avoid cutting
too deep and creating bald patches.
30
50
60
70
80
40
For longer grass, uneven
ground and damp grass
For a healthy, level,
hard-wearing lawn
For very level,
fine- leaved
lawns
Using the Cordless Lawn Mower
Push the mower along at a walking pace when
mowing.
When the filling indicator flap closes, it is time to
empty the bin. Note: if the bin over-fills, the grass
chute will clog and the flap will close again.
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Empty your grass clippings in an appropriate
location.
Removing and emptying the grass box
Li the protective flap at the rear of the mower
and grasp the green handle attached to the
grass box.
Whilst still liing the protective flap, li and pull
the grass box towards you to remove from the
mower.
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State of charge indicator
Press the button on the back of the battery to
check how much charge there is.
The number of LEDs that are lit up show the
state of charge.
Figures are approximate.
100%
- 60%
60%
- 30%
30%
-10%
10%
- 1%
Charging the battery
To unlock the battery, push the release latch
located under the visor, then pull out the
battery.
Reveal the battery by liing the cover visor.
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Charging the battery
The charger will display a solid red light to
indicate it is plugged in. Once the charging
process has started, a green light will flash.
Charge time is approximately 1 hour. A solid
green light will be displayed to indicate that
the battery is fully charged.
With the ‘G’ logo facing upwards on the
battery, line up the runners on the sides of the
battery with the runners on the battery charge
stand and slide onto charger.
1
hour
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There is a hand-hold under the front of the
mower.
Carrying the Cordless Lawn Mower
Before carrying the mower, make sure the
safety key is removed to avoid starting it
accidentally. The easiest way to carry the
mower is by holding the middle carry-handle
and the front of the mower.
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Product Care
To ensure that your Cordless Lawn Mower gives you long and reliable service, carry out the
following maintenance regularly:
• Check for obvious defects such as a loose, dislodged, worn or damaged blade, loose fixings
and worn, damaged, or loose parts.
• Check that any covers and guards are correctly fitted and undamaged.
• Always clean the cutting blade aer use and apply a lubricating oil or spray before storage.
• Before use, check the condition of the cutting edges of the blade and ensure the blade fixings
are secure.
• Do not use water, solvents or polishes to clean the mower. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
• Do not use abrasive materials to clean the product, and do not immerse it in water.
• Store it in a secure, dry place, out of reach of children. Do not expose to moisture.
PLEASE NOTE: if the product needs to be repaired or replaced, only use replacement parts
supplied by the manufacturer.
Spare parts can be purchased from Grey Technology Ltd.
Tel: [phone]
Web: www.gtech.co.uk/support
Wear protective gloves when handling, cleaning or replacing the blade.
To reduce the risk of injury ensure that safety key is removed when the mower is not in
use, being transported, handled or stored.
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Troubleshooting
Motor not running 1. Charge battery
2. Check safety key is inserted
3. Check switch operation
Irregular running/machine vibrating
strongly
1. Blade may be defective
2. Blade may be loose
Poor cutting/collection performance 1. Empty/ unblock grass box
2. Charge/ check battery
3. Cutting height may need adjusting
4. Blade may be blunt
Mower leaves cut grass on lawn 1. Check and clear the grass chute
2. Clean the bin fabric
Struggling to cut/jamming 1. Push the mower more slowly
2. Increase cutting height
3. Check for a build-up of grass
Charger flashing red (slow) Battery too hot - allow to cool
Charger flashing red (rapid) Battery fault - call Gtech
[e-mail] chat supportOnline How to Videos
Product support
If these initial tips do not solve your problem we please visit our support area where you can find
troubleshooting help including online manuals, FAQs and how-to-videos, as well as genuine
spares and replacement parts compatible with your product.
Visit: www.gtech.co.uk/support
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The symbol indicates that this product is covered by legislation for waste electrical and
electronic products (EN2002/96/EC)
When the product has reached the end of its life please do not dispose of it with general
household waste. Consider the environment and take it to a recognised recycling facility.
The product contains a Li-Ion battery which should not be disposed of with general household
waste. The battery should be disposed of properly with the product at a recycling facility.
Call your local council, civic amenity site, or recycling centre for information on the disposal and
recycling of electrical products.
Alternatively visit www.recycle-more.co.uk
for advice on recycling and to find your
nearest recycling facilities.
Environmental and Product Recycling
GTECH CORDLESS LAWN MOWER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Voltage 48V
Battery capacity 2.0 Ah Li-Ion
Blade speed 2800 rpm
Grass box capacity 50L
Charge time 1 hour
Cutting Width 420mm
Protection type IPX 4
Measured sound power level 88.83 dB (A); K= 2.29 dB (A)
Guranteed sound power level 96 db(A)
Sound pressure level 77.9 dB (A); K= 3 dB (A)
Vibration Le handle: 0.581 m/s2
Right handle: 1.274 m/s2
K= 1.5 m/s2
Weight 13.5kg
Charger Input 220-240V~, 50/60Hz, 145W
Charger Output 58V DC----2A
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