Yard force LM F23 User manual

iFlex
CORDLESS MULCHING MOWER
Original Instructions
GB
LM F23
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Read this manual carefully prior to assembling and
operating the lawnmower. It is dangerous to operate this
product without being familiar with these instructions.
Keep this manual in a safe place and have it ready for
future reference.
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LM F23 Original Instruction
CONTENT
Intended use 07
General safety warnings 07
Product safety warnings 10
Symbols 15
Technical data 20
Description of product 21
Installation 22
Operation 22
Maintenance and storage 25
Troubleshooting 27
8Declaration of conformity 28
INTENDED USE
This lawnmower has been designed for cutting grass. The machine is to be used only for its
prescribed purpose, any other use is deemed to be a case 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.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious personal injury.
Carefully read the instructions for the safe operation
of this machine.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• This appliance can be used by children aged
8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge if they are given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the product.
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
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Training
1. Read the instructions carefully and make sure you fully
understand them. Make sure you are familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the product.
2. Never allow small 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 any accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
Preparation
1. While operating the product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate this
product when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose tting or has
hanging cords or ties.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to
be used and remove all objects which could be thrown
by the product.
3. Before use, 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 any damaged or
unreadable labels.
4. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting
the battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into a
machine that is switched on can result in injury.
General Operation
1. Use the tool only with specically designated battery
packs. Use of any other battery packs will increase
the risk of injury and re.
2. Only operate the product in daylight or in good
articial light.
3. Do not expose tool and charger to rain or wet
conditions. If a tool or charger is exposed to moisture
it will increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Avoid operating the product on wet grass.
5. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
6. Walk, never run.
7. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
8. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
9. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
10. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
product towards you.
11. Detach the battery pack and stop the blades 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
mowed.
12. Never operate the product with defective guards or
shields or without safety devices in place such as
deectors or grass collector.
13. When switching on motor keep feet well away from
blades.
14. Do not tilt the product when switching on the motor,
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except if the product must be tilted for starting. In this
case, do not tilt it more than necessary and lift only
the part furthest away from the operator.
15. Do not start the product when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
16. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
17. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
18. Do not transport the product while the cutting blade
is running.
19. Stop the product and remove the key/battery pack
from the machine and make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop:
• Whenever you leave the product unattended.
• Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute.
• Before checking, cleaning, or working on the
product.
• After striking a foreign object. Make sure to inspect
the product for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the product.
20. If the product starts to vibrate abnormally:
• Inspect for any damages.
• Replace or repair any damaged parts.
• Check for and tighten any loose parts.
Charger
1. Recharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. Do not use the original charger on
other li-ion batteries or on any other type of battery
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as this can increase the risk of re or explosion.
2. Check the battery charger, cable, and plug before
each use. Do not use the battery charger if damaged.
Do not open the battery charger yourself; charger
must be repaired by qualied personnel using original
spare parts.
3. The charger is designed to use a standard household
120-240 V~ 50Hz power source, ensure that the plug
matches the outlet.
4. Never modify the plug in any way, this will reduce the
risk of electric shock.
5. Do not mis-use the charger cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the charger. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
6. Make sure the charger cord is situated so that it will
not be stepped on, tripped over or get damaged.
7. Keep the battery charger clean. Contamination can
increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Protect the battery charger from rain and moisture.
If water accesses the battery charger there is an
increased risk of electric shock.
9. Battery will heat up whilst charging. To reduce the risk
of re, do not operate battery charger on ammable
surfaces such as paper or textiles.
10. The temperature range over which the battery
pack can be charged is typically between 5ºC-
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temperature range may automatically be blocked by
the protection circuitry of the battery pack. Longest
life and best performance can be obtained if the
battery pack is charged at room temperature.
11. Disconnect charger from the power supply when not
in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or
damage to the charger.
Battery pack
1. Fully charge battery pack before rst use.
2. Recharge battery pack immediately when the power
output starts to slow. DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE
PRODUCT WHEN BATTERY LEVEL IS LOW.
3. To prevent serious damage to the battery, charge in
temperatures above 5ºC or below 45ºC. Longest life
and best performance can be achieved when battery
is charged at room temperature.
4. If the battery temperature is above 45ºC it must be
allowed to cool before putting it into the charging
station.
5. To reduce the risk of explosion, ensure the battery
pack is not left in the sun for extended periods of
time and that it is kept away from re.
6. Do not carry individual battery packs in your pockets
or bag as they could short-circuit against other metal
items.
7. Should a Li-ion battery catch re, ensure to use the
correct re extinguisher to combat the re. DO NOT
THROW WATER ON A BURNING LI-ION BATTERY.
8. If the battery pack becomes too hot during charging,
disconnect and switch off immediately. Contact the
service centre directly.
9. Do not attempt to open the battery yourself.
10. When battery pack is not in use keep it away from
other metal objects such as paperclips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
product is in a safe working condition.
2. Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
3. Be careful when adjusting the product to prevent
trapping ngers between moving blades or other
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
move.
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only
genuine replacement parts and accessories.
7. DO NOT attempt to open the charger and battery
pack. There are no customer serviceable parts inside.
Return to any authorised service centre.
8. Store the appliance with battery pack fully charged at
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room temperature (around 20ºC).
9. Every deep discharge cycle decreases the capacity
of battery pack. To prolong battery life, it is
recommended that you charge the battery every six
months within extended periods of time when the
product is not in use.
Servicing
1. Have your tool repaired by an authorised service
agent. This tool is manufactured in accordance with
the relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger,
equipment must only be repaired by qualied
technicians.
2. Only use parts and accessories made for this
machine by the manufacturer. Failure to do so can
result in personal injury.
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Safety symbols
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to any possible dangers. The safety symbols
and their explanations deserve your careful attention
and full understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by
themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and
warnings they give are no substitute for proper accident
prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand
all safety instructions within this operator’s
manual, including all safety alert symbols such as
“DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION” before
using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, re and/or
serious personal injury.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS: Indicate DANGER,
WARNING, or CAUTION. May be used in conjunction
with other symbols or pictographs.
Symbol meanings
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that
may appear on this product. Read, fully understand and
follow all instructions on the machine before attempting
to assemble and operate.
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To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual carefully.
Avoid using tool in the rain.
Wait until all machine components have
completely stopped before touching them.
Keep bystanders away. 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.
Beware of sharp blades. Blades continue to
rotate after the motor is switched off. Remove
disabling device before performing any
maintenance tasks.
Guaranteed sound power level value is 88 dB
Wear ear protection, eye protection and gloves
when using the product.
SYMBOLS
WEEE symbol. Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local
authority or local store for recycling guidelines
The product complies with the applicable
European directives and an evaluation method of
conformity for these directives was done.
Conforms to relevant UK regulatory requirements
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Warning symbols on the battery pack
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual carefully.
Do not throw into water.
Do not throw on re.
Do not subject the battery to strong sunlight over
long periods of time. Do not leave on a heater
(max.45°C).
Batteries contain Li-ion. Do not dispose of
waste batteries in domestic waste. Contact local
authority to nd out how to dispose of batteries.
The product complies with the applicable
European directives and an evaluation method of
conformity for these directives was done.
WEEE symbol. Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or local store for recycling advice.
SYMBOLS
Warning symbols on the charger
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual carefully.
The charger is for indoor use only.
Double insulation
WEEE symbol. Waste electrical products should
not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or local store for recycling advice.
The product complies with the applicable
European directives and an evaluation method of
conformity for these directives was done.
SMPS (Switch mode power supply unit)
incorporatinga short-circuit-proof safety isolating
switching power supply.
SMPS(Switch mode power supply unit)
Conforms to relevant UK regulatory requirements
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