YARD FORCE LM C33 20V CORDLESS LAWNMOWER Instructions

YARD FORCE LM C33 20V CORDLESS LAWNMOWER Instructions

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.

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, fire 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 have been 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

IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Training

1. Read the instructions carefully and make sure you fully understand 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 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 Do not operate this product when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting 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
3. Before use, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolt and the blade assembly are not worn or 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 Inserting the battery pack into a machine that is switched on can result in injury.

General Operation

1. Use the tool only with specifically designated battery Use of any other battery packs will increase the risk of injury and fire.

2. Only operate the product in daylight or in good artificial light.

3. Do not expose tool and charger to rain or wet If a tool or charger is exposed to moisture it will increase the risk of electric shock.

4. Avoid operating the product on wet

5. Always be sure of your footing on

6. Walk, never

7. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and

8. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on

9. Do not mow excessively steep

10. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the product towards

11. 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

12. Never operate the product with defective guards or shields or without safety devices in place such as deflectors or grass

13. When switching on motor keep feet well away from

14. Do not tilt the product when switching on the motor, except if the product has to be tilted for In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely 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

17. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all

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
    • Before clearing blockages or unclogging
    • Before checking, cleaning or working on the
    • After striking a foreign 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
    • Replace or repair any damaged
    • Check for and tighten any loose

Charger

1. Recharge only with the charger specified by the Do not use the original charger on other li-ion batteries or on any other type of battery as this can increase the risk of fire or explosion.

2. Check the battery charger, cable and plug before each Do not use the battery charger if damaged. Do not open the battery charger yourself; charger must be repaired by qualified personnel using original spare parts.

3. The charger is designed to use a standard household 220-240 V~ 50Hz power source, ensure that the plug matches the

4. Never modify the plug in any way, this will reduce the risk of electric

5. Do not abuse the cord of 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

7. Keep the battery charger Contamination can increase the risk of electric shock.

8. Protect the battery charger from rain and 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 fire, do not operate battery charger on flammable surfaces such as paper or

10. The temperature range over which the battery pack can be charged is typically between 5ºC-
    45 ºC. Attempts to charge out with the prescribed 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 This will reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger.

Battery pack

1. Fully charge battery pack before first

2. Recharge battery pack immediately when the power output starts to slow. DO NOT CONTINUE TO USE PRODUCT WHEN BATTERY LEVEL IS

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

4. If the battery temperature is above 45ºC it must be allowed to cool before putting it into the charging

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

6. Do not carry individual battery packs in your pockets or bag as they could short-circuit against other metal

7. Should a li-ion battery catch fire, ensure to use the correct fire extinguisher to combat the DO NOT THROW WATER ON A BURNING LI-ION BATTERY.

8. If the battery pack becomes too hot during charging, disconnect and switch off Contact the service centre directly.

9. Do not attempt to open the battery

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

Maintenance and storage

1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the product is in a safe working
2. Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
3. Be careful when adjusting the product to prevent trapping fingers between moving blades or other fixed parts of the
4. Always allow the product to cool down before
5. When servicing the blades be aware that even though the power source is switched off, the blades can still
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for Use only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
7. DO NOT attempt to open the charger and battery There are no customer serviceable parts inside. Return to any authorised service centre.
8. Store the appliance with battery pack fully charged at room temperature (around 20ºC).
9. Every deep discharge cycle decreases the capacity of battery 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 This tool is manufactured in accordance with the relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger, equipment must only be repaired by qualified technicians.
2. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal

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, fire 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.

The sound values have been determined according to noise test code given in EN 60335-2-77, using the basic standards EN ISO 11201 and EN ISO 3744.
The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 80 dB(A) and ear protection measures are necessary.
The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method (according to EN 60335-2-77) and may be used for comparing one product with another. The declared vibration value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

WARNING: Depending on the actual use of the product the vibration values can differ from the declared total!
Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against vibration exposure! Take the whole work process including times the product is running under no load or switched off into consideration!

Parts description (Fig. A)

1. Upper handle
2. Switch box
3. Cable clip
4. Grass bag
5. Rear roller
6. Height adjustment lever
7. Carry handle
8. Battery pack tank cover
9. Fixing knob
10. Switch lever

Check the delivery parts (Fig. B)

Remove the machine from its packaging carefully and make sure that all of the following parts are present:

1. Lawnmower with upper handle
2. Lower brace
3. Grass bag
4. Fixing knob
5. Screws
6. Cable clip
7. Manual
8. Battery pack
9. Charger

WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until these parts have been replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling guidelines.

Assemble the lower handle (Fig. C)

1. Attach the lower brace to the
2. Use two installation screws to fix the lower

Attach the top handle to the lawnmower (Fig. D)

Mount the top handle to the lower handle using the two bolts and handle knobs.

Fitting the cable clip (Fig. E)

Ensure that the cable clips supplied are used to fix the cable to the lower handle

Assembly of the Grass bag

1. Now assemble the grassbox handle as per fig F
2. Lift the lawnmower Safety flap and locate the Grassbox onto the lawnmower support hooks fig G

Charging the battery pack

NOTE: Remove the battery pack from the charger after it has been fully charged.

NOTE: Battery should be fully charged before first use.

NOTE: Make sure the mains voltage is the same as rating label which is located on the charger.

1. Connect the charger to a power Red LED will light up.
2. To insert the battery pack into the charger, align the raised ribs of the battery pack with the grooves of the charger then push it in. (Fig. I)
3. The red LED light of the charger will light up and then the green light flashes during normal charging.
4. After charging is complete, the charger light will turn to a solid green
5. Once the battery is fully charged , depress the battery release button and then remove the battery pack.

Power indicator (See Fig. J)

This Li-Ion battery pack is equipped with a power indicator which is used to show the battery pack’s remaining charge. Press the power indicator button to check battery charge as picture showed. The indicator will stay lit for approximately 4 seconds.

To obtain the best life from the battery

1. Never allow the battery to completely discharge before The battery pack should be placed on the charger whenever the battery pack is noticeably running down or the tool no longer performs a task it previously performed.
2. Avoid conducting short Make sure that the battery is fully charged each time by allowing the charger to complete its full charging cycle.
3. Avoid allowing loose items like screws or nails to be stored with battery packs as these or similar items can short battery packs and cause a fire or explosion.
4. Always unplug the charger when not in use and store in a dry and secure
5. Avoid charging or storing your battery in temperatures below 5°C and above 45°C.
6. After use, allow the battery pack to cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge.

Setting cutting height (Fig. H)

1. Adjust the cutting height according to the needs of your
2. When mowing high grass, start with the maximum cutting height and make a second cut with a lower cutting height.

WARNING: Before cutting you lawn, set the cutting height, always ensure that the battery pack has been removed.
Removing and inserting the battery pack
Insert the battery pack. (Fig. K)

Align the battery pack with its compartment of the tool. Push the battery pack into position until you hear a click. This means the battery pack has been locked in position, then close the battery pack cover.

Removing the battery pack from the tool (Fig. L)
Open the battery pack cover. release button and then remove the battery pack.
NOTE: Safety-Key (Fig. M)

This lawnmower is fitted with a safety key; this prevents the accidental start up of your cordless lawnmower.
The safety key has been designed to totally disable the lawnmower when it is removed.

Switching on and off (Fig. N)

Switch on:

1. Press and hold the safety button on the side of the switch box with one
2. Pull the switch lever towards the handle and hold it with the other

Switch off:

Release the switch lever.
NOTE: Do not continue to press the start button after an automatic shut- off of the machine, this will lead to battery damage.

WARNING:

When the motor has been switched off, the blade will continue to run for several seconds. Do not touch the underside of the mower until the cutter has come to a complete standstill!

Operating the lawnmower

NOTE : Do not start the lawnmower in the thick Grass–alway start in lower height grass

Operation on a slope:

Slopes increase the risk of slip-and-fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

Do:

• Mow across the face of slopes, never mow up and Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects or bumps which could cause you to slip or Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Do not:

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments; you could lose your footing or
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15
• Do not mow on wet Unstable footing could cause you to slip.

Mower overload protection

To prevent overload conditions, do not try to cut too much grass at one time. Slow down your cutting pace or raise the cut height. Your mower has built-in overload circuit protection. When the mower is overloaded, the motor will stop. Switch the mower off and check to see if grass has collected beneath the deck and clear it if necessary, then restart the mower.

Battery high temperature protection

The battery pack will generate heat during operation. The heat dissipates slower in hot weather. If the battery temperature exceeds more than 70 oC during operation, the protection circuit will immediately turn off the mower to protect the battery pack from damage. Release the bail handle, wait until the battery pack cools down and then restart the mower.

Function of full indicator (Fig. O)

If the grass bag is empty or it is not filled with grass, the grass full indicator will be open. If the grass bag is filled with grass the grass full indicator will be closed.

Emptying the grass bag

As soon as the grass bag indicator closes while you are mowing this means that it is time to empty the grass bag.
NOTE: Before taking off the grass bag, switch off the mower and wait until the blade has come to a complete stop.
To take off the grass bag, use one hand to lift up safety flap and the other to grab onto the carry handle. The safety flap automatically falls down after removing the grass bag and closes off the rear chute opening. Empty out the grass bag then refit to machine.

NOTE: If any grass residue is caught in the discharge chute, clean it using a brush. Do not remove grass debris in the mower casing or on the blade by hand or with your feet. Instead use suitable tools such as a brush or broom. To ensure that the cut grass can be collected into grass bag, the discharge opening and inside the mower casing must be cleared of any blockages.

WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, always ensure that the battery pack/safety key has been removed. Wait until the blade has stopped completely and the machine has cooled down.

Cleaning

Cleaning the product

• Use a soft brush to remove accumulated dust and Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning.
• Wipe down the product enclosure with a slightly damp Do not spray the unit with water. Water may destroy the switch unit and the electric motor.

Maintenance

NOTE: Always wear gardening gloves when handling or working near sharp blades.

1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the machine is in a safe working
2. Check the grass bag frequently for wear or
3. Examine the machine and replace worn or damaged parts for

Removing/Installing the blade (Fig. P)

1. Use the correct size wrench to uninstall the blade bolt
2. Wearing heavy gloves hold the blade still and turn the wrench anti-clockwise to remove the bolt.
3. Fit the replacement blade correctly with marking facing up and align pegs, refit the bolt and retighten securely to torque 20N.m.

WARNING: Replace or re-sharpen the mowing blade at the end of the mowing season. Always have the mowing blade re-sharpened or replaced by a recommended Yard Force service centre.

Unbalanced blades will cause the lawn mower to vibrate violently which can increase the risk of accidents occurring.

Battery maintenance:

Use the following procedures to achieve the best battery life:

1. Protect the battery against moisture and
2. Store the battery only within temperature range of 5 oC to 45 o Do not leave the battery in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
3. Clean the battery regularly with a soft, clean and dry
4. If you do not use the product for a long time, remember to charge and discharge the battery pack once every 6

Storage and transport Storage

After cleaning the unit thoroughly, store mower in a dry room and allow the motor to cool down.
NOTE: Remove the safety key and battery packs. Ensure cables are not trapped when folding/unfolding the handle. If stored vertically make sure the mower is positioned in a corner so that the blade is facing inwards against a wall and the machine is secure to prevent it falling over.

Transport

Use the original packaging to ship whenever possible.

WARNING: Before performing any repair work, always ensure that the battery pack has been removed.
WARNING: Always wear heavy duty gloves when adjusting or cleaning, especially when handling sharp objects

Mower fails to start

| Safety key is not inserted| Insert safety key
Battery is not correctly inserted| Remove the battery and reinsert

Mower standing in high grass

| Start motor on shorter grass or already mowed area, change cutting height if necessary
The mower housing is clogged| Clean housing so that the blade can move freely
Battery has no power| Check and recharge battery

Mower stops working

/loses power

| Cutting height is incorrect| Adjust the cutting height
Cutting blade is worn or damaged| Replace with new blade from dealer service centre
Battery performance decreasing| Check the battery performance and charge it if necessary

Grass bag is not filled sufficiently

| Cutting height is too Low| Adjust and increase cutting height
The lawn / grass is wet| Allow the lawn to dry
Underside of the mower deck is clogged.| Clean the underside of the mower deck
Cutting blade is worn or dam- aged.| Replace it by contacting the custom- er service centre

Mower vibrating at higher speed

| Cutting blade is unbalanced| Balance the blade by grinding each cutting edge until equal
Blade is Loosened /incorrectly fitted| Tighten the blade bolt
Mower cuts unevenly| The blade is damaged

Blade is assembled incorrectly

| Sharpen the blade or replace Re-assemble blade correctly

**Complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the

following directives:**

Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016
The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012
Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001 Measured Sound Power Level: 89.6 dB(A) K=3 dB (A)
Declared Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 93 dB (A)

Standards and technical specification referred to :

EN 60335-2-77:2010
EN 60335-1:2012+A11: 2014+A13: 2017+A1: 2019+A2: 2019+A14: 2019 EN 62233:2008
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020 EN 55014-2:2015
EN 50581:2012

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