PowerBase 577136 User manual

32cm 1200W Electric
Rotary Lawn Mower 577136
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 0343 515 1905.
IMPORTANT!
Please read these
instructions fully before
starting assembly.
Instruction
Manual

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General Safety Warnings 3
Intended Use 11
Warning Symbols 12
In the Box 14
Assembly 16
Operation 18
Maintenance And Storage 23
Troubleshooting 26
Technical Data 27
Disposal 28
Getting Help 28
Warranty 28
Contents

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General Safety Warnings
General safety
General safety
Important - Please read these instructions
fully before starting assembly.
IMPORTANT!
When using equipment, the following safety
precautions must be followed to avoid injuries
and damage:
• Read all operating instructions carefully and
comply with them. It is important to understand
these instructions and to acquaint yourself with
the machine, its correct usage and all safety
requirements.
• Keep this manual in a safe place so that the
information is available to the operator at all
times.
•
If you give the equipment to any other person,
give them these operating instructions as well.
We accept no liability for damage or accidents
which result from non-compliance with these
instructions.
NOTE: Only supply power to the equipment
through a circuit protected by an RCD with a
maximum trip current of 30mA.
• Use only plugs or connectors approved for
outdoor usage.
• Extension cables must comply to H05VV-F

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requirements as described in DIN 57 282/
VDE 0282 and must have a minimum
cross-section of 1.5mm2. The plug must have
an earth and any connection must also be
earthed and splashproof. Before use, check
the cables for signs of damage and ageing.
Never use the mower if the cables are not
in perfect condition (this also applies to the
supply cable on the mower). If the cable
is damaged whilst the mower is working,
disconnect the mains plug from the power
supply immediately and then check the
extent of the damage.
•
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• In areas where the mains supply is weak or
bearing a high load, this mower may cause
further voltage fluctuations as it starts. In
extreme cases, this can cause damage
to other equipment working from the
same supply. In this case, we recommend
to temporarily switch off any unneeded
equipment or connect it to a different circuit.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure

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Personal safety
• Always check the mower for signs of damage
before each usage.
• Always disconnect the mains lead from the
electrical supply before carrying out any
inspection, servicing or maintenance work.
• Ensure that all the guards are securely fitted
and in good working order.
• Check the grass collection box at regular
intervals for signs of wear and to ensure that
it is always in perfect working order.
•
Before each use, inspect the mower to check
the cutting blade, fastening bolts and the entire
cutting unit for any signs of wear or damage.
To prevent imbalance or vibration, worn or
damaged cutting blades and fastening bolts
must always be replaced in full.
• Damaged parts on the mower must be
replaced by qualified personnel. Use only
genuine spare parts.
• Repair work on the electrical parts of the
lawn mower may only be carried out by a
qualified electrician.
• Follow the instructions to fit or remove the
blade and wear protective gloves.
• The user remains responsible for any injury
to third parties within the working area of
that they do not play with the appliance.
• The appliance is only to be used with the
power supply unit provided with the appliance.

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the lawn mower whilst the lawn mower is
being used.
• Only work in good daylight or appropriate
and adequate artificial light.
• Never use the mower when you are tired.
• Never run the mower in enclosed or poorly-
ventilated rooms or if there are flammable
or explosive fluids, vapours or gases nearby.
• If the mower has struck a foreign object,
switch off the motor and disconnect the
mains lead before you inspect it or clear any
blockages in the grass ejection area.
• Always use the lawn mower with the grass
collection box correctly fitted.
• Check the site on which you intend to use
the lawn mower and remove all objects that
may be caught or thrown up by the mower.
Foreign bodies must be removed before
you start mowing. Keep an eye on the power
cable and keep it away from the cutting
blade at all times.
•
Ensure that you do not push the mower
over areas that might damage or snare the
power cable.
• Never lift the lawn mower when you start
the motor.
• Before you lift the lawn mower to transport
it, switch off the motor, disconnect the
mains lead and wait until the blade has
come to a complete standstill.
• When you start the motor, the lawn mower
should not be tilted unless the grass is

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particularly long. In this case only tilt it up as
far as is really necessary and only raise the
side that is furthest away from you.
• Never reach towards rotating parts with your
hands or feet. Always keep away from the
discharge chute.
•
Before you attach or empty the grass collection
box, switch off the motor and wait until the
blade has come to a complete standstill.
• Make sure you keep your feet at a safe
distance from the mower blade at all times!
Do not stand near the grass ejection chute if
the grass collection box is not fitted.
• The safety distance from the moving blade
produced by the push handle must be
maintained at all times.
• If you use the mower on a small incline,
mow across the slope (not in an up and
down direction). Always be sure of your
footing on slopes.
•
Be particularly careful when changing direction
with the mower whilst working on a slope.
• Do not use the lawn mower on gradients of
over 15°.
• Ensure that you have safe footing at all
times whilst working with the mower.
• Always wear strong, anti-slip footwear and
long trousers when using the mower. Never
mow in bare feet or in open-toed sandals.
• When the mower is running, ensure that no
person or animal, particularly children and
pets, are
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mower. Ensure that you keep everybody at
least 10
metres away from the mower when
it is working.
• Switch off the motor and disconnect the plug
from the power supply if the mower strikes a
foreign body. Check the mower for signs of
damage and carry out all necessary repair
work before you start the mower again.
• If the lawn mower begins to vibrate abnormally,
switch it off immediately, disconnect the plug
and check it carefully. Ensure that all the nuts,
bolts and screws are tight and that the mower
is in a safe condition for use.
• Do not leave the mower out in the rain. The
lawn must not be wet or very damp.
•
Only push the mower at a normal walking pace.
• Be particularly careful when you change the
direction of the mower or pull it towards you.
Avoid pulling it towards you while the blade
is moving.
• Switch off the mower if it has to be pushed
over surfaces other than grass, and when
moving the mower to and from the area you
wish to mow.
• Carefully actuate the starter switch in
accordance with the instructions.
•
Do not switch the mower on and off frequently
over a short period of time, and in particular,
do not play with the ON/OFF switch.
• Do not touch the cutting blade until the
machine has been disconnected from the
mains and the cutting blade has reached a

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Operating and maintenance safety
CAUTION!
Read all safety requirements and
instructions. Any errors made in following the
safety requirements and instructions may result
in an electric shock, fire or serious injury.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in
a safe place for future use.
• Do not use the lawn mower if the cords are
damaged or worn.
• Do not connect a damaged cord to the
mains supply or touch a damaged cord
before it is disconnected from the mains
supply. A damaged cord could allow parts to
become live and cause a risk
of electrocution.
• Do not attempt to touch the blades before
the machine is disconnected from the supply
and the blades have come to a complete stop.
• Keep extension cords away from the blade.
complete standstill.
• Never lift or carry the mower whilst the
motor is running.
• Switch off the motor and disconnect the
plug whenever you leave the lawn mower.
• Keep the lawn mower in a dry place which is
inaccessible to children at all times.
• Before you adjust or clean the mower, or
check whether the mains lead is kinked
or damaged, switch off the mower and
disconnect the plug from the power supply.

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The blade can cause damage to cords and
lead to contact with live parts.
• Disconnect from the mains supply (i.e.
remove the plug from the mains socket)
−
Whenever leaving the machine unattended.
− Before cleaning a blockage.
− After striking a foreign object.
− Whenever the machine starts
vibrating abnormally.

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Intended Use
This lawn mower is designed for domestic use
only:
• This electric lawn mower is intended for
mowing lawns in domestic and hobby gardens.
• This product is not to be used in wet weather
conditions and may not be used to mow wet
or unusually high grass.
• This product is intended for private domestic
use only, not for any commercial trade use.
I t must not be used for any purposes other
than those described. Any use of the
machine that deviates from its intended use
and is not included in these instructions, is
considered unauthorised use and relieves the
manufacturer from his or her legal liability. This
includes the use of unapproved accessories
and replacement parts.
This tool is manufactured in accordance with
the relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger,
electrical appliances must only be repaired
by qualified technicians. Call our after sales
support on 0343 515 1905 for advice.
Service

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Warning Symbols
The following warning symbols appear throughout
this manual and indicate the appropriate safety
measures you should take when operating and
maintaining the appliance.
Read the instruction handbook before
operating this machine.
Wear eye and ear protection (PPE).
Do not expose to rain.
Keep bystanders away.
Beware of sharp blades. Blades continue to
rotate after the motor is switched off. Remove
plug from mains before maintenance or if
cord is damaged.
Keep flexible supply cord away from
cutting means.
Blade continues to rotate after the
machine is switched off. Wait until all
machine components have completely
stopped before touching them.

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Guaranteed sound power level data (96dB)
in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC.
Class II equipment.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as household waste.
All tools, hoses and packaging should be
sorted, taken to the local recycling centre
and disposed of in an environmentally
safe way.
Cutting width.
The product complies with the applicable
European directives and an evaluation
method of conformity for these directives
was done.
The product complies with the applicable
UK directives and an evaluation method
of conformity for these directives was
followed.
32CM

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In the Box
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1818
17
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16
15
14
20
13
12
11
10
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3
4
5
7
8
9
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Parts
1Upper handle bar 10 Motor housing
2Bolt (x 2) 11 Deflector guard
3Lower handle bar (x 2) 12 Cable clip (x 2)
4Grass collection box handle 13 Wing knob (x 2)
5Grass collection box top 14 Switch box housing
6Grass collection box 15 Cable strain-relief
6a Grass collection box full
indicator 16 Safety button
6b Insert* 17 Switch lever
7Support (x 2) 18 Wheel axle (x 2)
8Screw (x 2) 19 Nut
9Wheel (x 4) 20 Blade
NOTE: Parts marked with * are not shown in this overview. Please refer
to the respective section in the instruction manual.

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3
7
10
12
Step 1 – Assembling handles
Step 2 – Assembling the grass collection box
1. Insert the lower handle bar (3) into the supports (7) on the deck (10)
(Fig. 1)
2. Fix the lower handle bar (3) using the enclosed screws (8) (Fig. 2).
3. Fix the upper handle bar (1) using the enclosed bolts (2) and the wing
knobs (13) on the lower handle bar (3) (Fig. 3). There are two possible
positions. Select the position appropriate for the height of the user.
4.
Secure the cable against the handle frame with the supplied cable clip
(12). Ensure the cable must be clipped into the cable clip (12) (Fig. 4).
Assembling The Lawn Mower
WARNING! Never operate the mower unless the deflector guard
and grass collection box are fully installed. Risk of injury!
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
1
3
2
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8

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Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7
1. Lift the deflector guard (11).
2. Place the grass collection box (6) on the mounting bracket at the back
of the lawn mower (Fig. 8).
3. Lower the deflector guard (11) onto the grass collection box (6).
Step 3 – Attaching the grass collection box
1. Clip the grass collection box handle (4) into the grass collection box
top (5) (Fig. 5).
2.
Align the front ends of the top and the bottom of the grass collection-
box (6). Clip the two halves together, starting at the front (Fig. 6)
3.Finally, press the insert (6b) into the grass collection box (6), and make
sure the insert is located securely in position. This insert assists the
grass flow into the grass collection box when the grass collection box
is fitted to the mower (Fig. 7).
4
5
6
Fig. 8
6
6b
11
6

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WARNING! Ensure the power cord is disconnected from the
mains supply before adjusting the cutting height.
• Place the lawn mower on its side.
• Grasp the wheel axle (18) on both sides (Fig. 9).
• Pull evenly on the axle and let it snap into the desired position (Fig. 9).
• The correct height is around 20–40mm for a decorative lawn and
around 40–60mm for a used lawn.
NOTE:
A higher cut height should be selected for the first cut of the season.
WARNING! Keep the front and rear wheels at the same height.
The electric lawn mower can be adjusted to the following cutting heights
with three position changes of the front and rear axles (18):
60mm - Tall cutting height
40mm - Medium cutting height
20mm - Short cutting height
1. Hook the mains cable through the cable strain-relief (15) (Fig. 10).
2. Connect the mower to your power supply.
Setting the cutting height
Connecting to the power supply
Operation
Fig. 9
1818

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Switching on and off
WARNING: Before switching on, ensure that the mower is not in
contact with any foreign objects.
1. To switch on, press the safety button (16) on the handle, then activate
the switch lever (17). Release the safety button (16). (Fig. 11).
2. To switch off, release the switch lever (17).
WARNING! After switching off the equipment, the blade may
continue to turn for several seconds. Do not touch the moving blade.
There is a risk of serious injury.
17
16
Ⅰ
Ⅱ
Fig. 11
Fig. 10

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Operation
Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply, make sure that
the data on the rating plate corresponds to your mains supply.
WARNING! Always ensure the on/off switch is working correctly;
do not use if you suspect a fault. Before you perform any repair or
maintenance work on the machine, ensure that the blade is not rotating
and that the power supply is disconnected.
WARNING! Never open the deflector guard if the grass box
is being emptied and the motor is still running. The rotating blade can
cause serious injuries and throw objects out at high speed.
Always ensure the deflector guard and grass collection box fit securely.
Always switch off the motor before you remove these items.
A safe distance between the blade deck and the user is provided by the
length of the handle. This distance must be maintained at all times. Take
special care when mowing and changing direction on embankments and
slopes. Ensure that you have a secure surface to stand on, wear shoes
with anti-slip soles that offer good grip, and suitable long trousers. Always
mow across the slope (not in an up or down direction).
For safety reasons, do not use the mower on gradients exceeding 15°.
Take special care when moving backwards and pulling the lawn mower.
Never pull the mower backwards when the motor is running.