Qualcast rm32 User manual

RM32
1000W Electric Rotary Mower
(Model: M2E1032M)
Instruction Manual

Safety Warning
Warning! Read these instructions carefully, familiarise yourself with the
controls and the correct usage of the machine. Please keep the
instructions safe for later use.
Explanation of symbols on the machine
Beware of hazard,
Read instruction manual.
Wear eye and ear protection.
Do not use the machine in the rain or leave it outdoors when it is
raining.
Pay attention that bystanders are not injured by objects thrown out
from the machine.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine.
Sharp blade. Beware of injury to toes or fingers.
Disconnect from the mains supply before any maintenance work..

Warning. Beware of electric shocks.
Keep the mains supply cord away from the cutting blade.
Wait until all moving parts have stopped completely before
touching them. The blade may continue to rotate after the machine
is switched off, a rotating blade can cause injury.
Noise level specification Lwa in dB.
Protection class II
Do not dispose of electrical equipment in domestic waste.
Cutting width
Important!
When using powered equipment, the following safety
precautions must be followed to avoid injuries and damage.
►Read the operating instructions carefully and comply with them. It is
important to consult these instructions in order to acquaint yourself with
the unit, its proper use and safety regulations.
►Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available 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 arise due to
non-compliance with these instructions.
General safety instructions
Note: Only supply power to the equipment through circuit protected by an
RCD with a maximum trip current of 30 mA.
►Never allow children or others who are no familiar with the operating
instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations may fix the
minimum age of the user.
►Disconnect the mains lead before carrying out any inspection, servicing
and maintenance work.
►The user is responsible for any harm to third parties in the working area of
the lawn mower,caused by using the lawn mower.
►Only work in good light or provide the appropriate artificial light.
►Always check the mower for signs of damage.
►Ensure that all the guards are fitted and function correctly.
►Never use the mower when you are tired.
►Never run the mower in enclosed or poorly ventilated rooms or if there are
inflammable or explosive fluids, vapours or gases nearby.
►Switch off the motor and disconnect the mains lead before clearing
blockages in the grass ejection area and before you check, clean, service
or work on the lawn mower or if the mower has struck a foreign body.
►Before use, always inspect the mower to check the cutting blade,
fastening bolts and the entire cutting unit for signs of wear or damage. To
prevent imbalance, worn or damaged cutting blades and fastening bolts
may only be replaced in full.
►Damaged parts on the mower must be replaced by trained personnel. Use
only genuine spareparts.
►Follow the instructions to fit or remove the blade and wear protective
gloves.
►Check the site on which you intend to use the lawn mower and remove all
objects that may be caught and thrown up by the mower. Foreign bodies
must be removed before you start mowing. Keep an eye of the power
cable and keep it away from the cutting blade..

►Always wear strong, anti-slip footwear and long trousers when using the
mower. Never mow in bare feet or in open-toed sandals.
►Always use the lawn mower with the grass collector attached or with the
safety flap closed if you are not using the grass collector.
►Do not lift the lawn mower when you start the motor.
►Never reach into rotating parts with your hands or feet. Always keep away
from the discharge opening.
►Before you attach or empty the grass collector, switch off the motor and
wait until the blade has come to a standstill.
►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 slope, mow across the slope (not in an up and
down direction). Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
►Do not use the lawn mower on gradients of over 15 degree.
►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
standstill.
►When the mower is working ensure that nobody, particularly children and
animals, is in the immediate vicinity of the lawn mower. Ensure that you
keep everybody 10 meters away from the mower when it is working.
►Keep the lawn mower in a dry place which is inaccessible to children.
►Repair work on the electrical parts of the lawn mower may only be carried
out by an electrician.
►Extension cables must comply to H07RN-F requirements as described in
DIN 57 282/VDE 0282 and must have a minimum cross-section of 1.5
mm2. The plug must have an earth and any connection must be
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 motor 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.
►When you start the motor, the lawn mower must not be tilted unless the
grass is 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 the user.

►If the lawn mower begins to vibrate abnormally, switch it off immediately ,
disconnect the plug immediately 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.
►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 the necessary repair work before you start work with the mower
again.
►Do not leave the mower out in the rain. The lawn must not be wet or very
damp.
►Ensure that you have safe footing at all times whilst working with the
mower.
►Only push the mower at a normal walking pace.
►Be particularly careful when changing direction with the mower whilst
working on a slope.
►Be particularly careful when you change the direction of the mower or pull
it towards you.
►Switch off the mower if it has to be tilted for transport purposes, when you
have to take it over surfaces other than grass, and when moving the
mower to and from the area you wishto mow.
►Carefully actuate the starter switch in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Make sure you keep your feet at a safe distance from the
mower blade! Do not stand near the grass ejection chute if the grass
collector is not fitted.
►Do not touch the cutting blade until the machine has been disconnected
from the mains and the cutting blade has reached a complete standstill.
►Never lift or carry the mower whilst the motor is running.
►Switch off the motor and disconnect the plug before you leave the lawn
mower.
►Check the grass collector at regular intervals for signs of wear and to
ensure that it is still in perfect working order.
►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.

►Use only plugs or connectors approved for outdoor usage.
►Ensure that you do not push the mower over areas that might damage or
snare the power cable
►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. Check the grass
collector frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged
parts before using the mower.
►As a result of the voltage fluctuations this mower cause as it gets up to
speed, other equipment connected to the same circuit may suffer faults if
the mains supply is not in perfect condition. In this case suitable action
has to be taken (fore example connect the mower to a different circuit or
run the mower on a circuit with lower impedance).
►This equipment is not designed to be used by people (including children)
with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or those with no
experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person
who is responsible for their safety or they have received instructions from
such a person in how to use the equipment safely. Children must always
be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the equipment.
CAUTION!
Read all safety requirements and instructions.
Any errors made in following the safety requirements and instructions
may result in an electric shock, fire and serious injury.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future
use.
- Do not use the lawnmower 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 you to come into contact with live parts.
- Do not attempt to touch the blades before the machine is disconnected from
the supply and the blades have come to complete stop.
- Keep extension cords away from the blades. The blades can cause
damage to the 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.
Components (Fig. A )
1．Curved handle section
2．Handle fastener
3．Bottom handle bar
4．Grass collector
5．Wheels
6．Housing and deck
7．Grass chute deflector guard
8．Cable clamp
9．Switch box
10．Safety lock-off button
11．Cable strain-release hook
12．Switch on/off lever
13．Bottom handle fastening bolts
14．Curved handle fastening bolts
15 . Grass collector handle
16. Top and bottom sections of grass collector
Proper use
The lawn mower if designed for use in private gardens. The machine is to be
used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of
misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any
damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of misuse. Please note that
our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or
industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in
commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Technical data
Voltage: 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Power input: 1000W watts
Motor speed: 3350min-1
Cutting width: 32cm
Cutting height adjustment: 20, 40, 60 mm
Volume of grass collector: 33 liters
LpA sound pressure level: 73.5dB(A)
LWA sound power level: 96 dB(A)
Vibration at the handlebars ahv: < 2.03m/s2
Protection class II
Before starting the equipment
The push handles and the grass collector must be fully assembled
before using the lawn mower. Follow the operating instructions
step-by-step and use the pictures provided as a visual guide to
assemble these parts.
Bottom handle support assembly
B
1. Insert the each lower bar (3) into the slot in the housing (6)
2. Use the screws (13) provided to lock each bar into position
C
3. Fix the top curved handle (1) section to the lower bars (3). Use the
bolts (14) and wing nuts (14) provided. There are two possible height
positions. Chose the one most suitable to the operator’s height.
4. Clip the cable to the handle bar with the cable clamp (8) provided.
When the two wing nuts are loosened, the handle can be folded (Fig.I ) for
easy storage. Ensure the power cable is not caught between the folding
sections.
Grass collector assembly
D
Clip the two sections (16) of the grass collector together
Clip the handle into the top of the grass collector.

Usage
Attention: Do not operate the mower unless the deflector guard and
grass collector are fully installed. Risk of injury!
Fitting / removing the grass collector
E
- Lift the deflector guard (7)
- Place the grass collector on the mounting bracket at the back of the lawn
mower.
- Lower the deflector guard (7) onto the grass collector – a spring tensioner
holds it in place.
- To remove the grass collector, lift the deflector guard (7) and unhook the
grass collector from the mounting bracket. Ensure the deflector returns
down to its original position.
Adjusting the cutting heights
Important! Adjust the cutting height only when the motor is switched
off and the power cable has been disconnected.
1. Turn the mower on its side.
2. Pull the spring loaded axle towards you
3. Select a slot and insert the wheel axle
Ensure you use the same height setting for all 4 wheels.
Position Cuttingheight
1 20mm
2 40mm
3 60mm
A higher cut height should generally be selected for the first cut
of the season.

Before you begin to mow, check to ensure that the blade is not blunt and that
none of the fasteners are damaged. To prevent any imbalance, replace blunt
and/or damaged blades. To carry out this check, first switch off the motor and
pull out the power plug.
Switching ON and OFF
F
- Connect the equipment to your power supply socket.
- Before switching on, ensure that the equipment is not in contact with any
foreign objects.
- To switch on, press the safety lock-off button (10) on the handle , then
activate the start/stop switch lever (12). Release the release button (10).
- To switch off, release the start/stop switch lever (12).
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.
G
Hook the mains cable through the cable strain-release (11) to reduce the
strain on the cable fitting as you mow

Operation
Before you connect the equipment to the mains supply make sure that the
data on the rating plate corresponds to your mains supply.
Important!
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.
Important!
Never open the deflector flap if the grass box is being emptied and the motor
is still running. The rotating blade can cause serious injuries and trow objects
out at high speed.
Always the grass deflector and grass collector 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 surfaceto stand on, wear shoes with
anti-slip soles that offer good grip, and long trousers. Always mow across the
slope (not in up or down direction).
Do not use the mower on gradients exceeding 15°for safety reasons.
Take special care when moving backwards and pulling the lawn mower.
Mowing advice
We recommend that you mow in overlapping lines. Only mow with sharp
blades so that the blades of grass do not fray. This can cause grass to turn
yellow. To achieve a good cut, guide the lawn mower in lines that are as
straight as possible. These lines should always overlap by a few centimeters
so that you do not leave any uncut strips.
How often you should mow your lawn depends on how fast the grass is
growing. During the main growth period, mow more frequently if necessary. If
the grass is longer than usual, cut in 2 or more times. This will cause less
stress to both the mower and the grass. Never cut the grass by more than
half its height. Keep the under side of the mower casing clean and remove all

grass deposits from it. Deposits make it more difficult to start the mower and
also adversely affect the mowing quality and the grass collection. Switch off
the motor before you carry out any inspections of the blade. Remember that
the blade will continue to turn for a few seconds after the motor has been
switched off. Never attempt to stop the blade.
Check regularly that the blade is correctly secured, in good condition and
sharp If not, sharpen or replace the blade. If the moving blade strikes an
object, stop the mower and wait until the blade has come to a complete
standstill. Then check the condition of the blade and the blade mounting. If
they are damaged, they must be replaced.
Place the mains lead in loops on the ground near the wall socket. Mow away
from the socket and cable and ensure that the mains lead is always on the
section of lawn that you have already mowed so that you do not run over the
mains lead with the mower. As soon as you see mown grass on the lawn
whilstyou are mowing, the grass collector will need emptying.
Important!
Before you remove the grass collector, switch off the motor and wait until the
blade reaches a standstill.
To remove the grass collector, raise the deflector guard with one hand and
remove the grass collector holding its handle with your other hand.To
maintain safety, the deflector guard will close when you remove the grass
collector to seal the rear discharge opening. If any grass drops onto the
ground, it is a good idea to pull the mower away from the area to make it
easier to re-start the motor.
Do not remove grass cuttings in the mower casing or on the cutter by hand or
with your feet. Instead use suitable tools such as a brush or broom.To ensure
efficient grass collection the grass collector and in particular the soft netting
must be cleaned after use.
Only attach the grass collector when the motor is switched off and the blade
has reached a standstill. Raise the deflector guard with one hand and,
holding the grass collector by its handle in your other hand, position it
squarely onto its support.

Cleaning & maintenance
Always disconnect the mains power plug before starting any cleaning work.
Cleaning
►Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and
dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it
with compressed air at low pressure.
►We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have
finished using it.
►Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do
not use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of
the equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device.
Replacing the blade.
H
Wear sturdy gloves!
If the blade is blunt, it can be sharpened by a specialist workshop. If the
blade is damaged or showing signs of imbalance, it must be replaced.
- Turn the mower over and rest it carefully on its side (19).
- Use sturdy gloves and hold the blade firmly. Turn the blade bolt (17)
anticlockwise to remove the blade (18).
- Install the new blade in the reverse order. Ensure that the blade is
positioned correctly and the screw tightened firmly. The blade’s wings
should be angled upwards (towards the mower).
- Tighten the fastening bolt. The tightening torque should be approx. 25 Nm.
Important.
Only replace the blade with a genuine replacement blade, as this will ensure
top performance and safety under all conditions.
Carry out the following steps to change the blade:
Carbon brushes
►In case of excessive sparking, have the carbon brushes checked only by a
qualified electrician. Important! Carbon brushes should only be replaced by
by a qualified electrician.

Maintenance and storage
►There are no parts inside the equipment which require additional
maintenance.
►keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition at all times.
►check the grass collector frequently for wear or deterioration;
►replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
Disposal and recycling
Be environmentally friendly with all packaging material. Dispose of according
to local requirements..
Do not dispose of machines with household waste
Take unwanted machinery to a recycling center. The plastic and
metal parts used in this product can be separated out into pure materials for
re-cycling purposes.

Trouble Shooting
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
No power at mains
socket
Check the switch,
socket, cable, wire and
have any repairs
carried out by an
electrician
Defective on/off switch
Worn carbon brushes
Defective motor
Repair by a qualified
technician required
Mower does not start
Grass too long
Set at a higher cut
setting. Lift the front
wheels slightly by
pressing down on the
handle bar.
Motor stops Blade is blocked Remove blockage
Cut height too low Set a higher cut height
Blade blunt Sharpen or replace the
blade
Blade area blocked Remove blockage
Untidy finish, motor
labours
Blade assembled
incorrectly
Install the blade
correctly
Blade blocked by grass Remove blockage
Blade fails to turn
Blade screw loose Tighten the blade
screw
Blade screw loose Tighten the blade
screw
Strange noises, rattling
or vibrations Blade damaged Replace the blade

Authorized Signatory
Date: 29/09/11
Signature:
Name: Roger Panton-Kent
Head of Quality Assurance
Argos Cat No. : 7304905
SupplierModelNo.: M2E1032M
Product Description: Lawn mower
Complies with the requirement of the following directives:
2006/42/EC ----Machinery Directive
2006/95/EC ----Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC ----EMCDirective
Test Lab Name: TÜV Product Service Ltd. Jiangsu
Address: 10 Huaxia Road(M), Dongting, Wuxi, 214100, Jiangsu, P.R.C
Number (Lab code for CE license): 0123
Technical documentation holder: Suzhou Cleva Electric Appliance Co.,Ltd.
Standards and technical specifications referred to:
EN 60335-1/A13:2008
EN 60335-2-77:2006
EN 62233:2008
EN 55014-1:2006
EN 55014-2/A2:2008
EN 61000-3-2:2006
EN 61000-3-3:2008

After sales helpline number: 08456 400 800
Spare parts purchases: www.argosspares.co.uk