COBRA GTRM43 17 Inch Electric Lawn Mower User Manual

COBRA GTRM43 17 Inch Electric Lawn Mower

SYMBOLS

Symbols are used in this manual to attract your attention to possible risks. The safety symbols and the explanations which accompany them must be perfectly understood. The warning themselves do not prevent the risks and cannot be a substitute for proper methods of avoiding accidents.

Intended use
This electric lawnmower is intended for bagging, mulching and discharging lawns in domestic and hobby gardens.
This product is not to be used in wet weather conditions and may not be used to mow dry, wet or unusually high grass, e. g. pasture grass or for shredding leaves.
This product is intended for private domestic use only, not for any commercial trade use. It must not be used for any purposes other than those described.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “the machine” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) lawnmower or battery-operated (cordless) lawnmower.

Work area safety

• Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate the machine in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. The machine create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating the machine Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Operation

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine. Local regulation may restrict the age of the operator. When not in use store the machine out of reach of children.
• This tool is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
• The operator or user is responsible for the accidents or hazards.
• Inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
• Before using always visually check the blade, blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
• Mow only in daylight or in good light.
• Walk, never run with the lawnmower
• Ensure the blade is not running when crossing surfaces other than grass.
• Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching on the motor.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under the rotating parts.
• Never pick up the machine when the motor is running.

Electrical safety

• The machine plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) the machine. Unmodified plugs matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose the machine to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the machine
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the machine. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating the machine, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
• If operating the machine in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD with a tripping current of 30mA or less) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.NOTE the term “residual current device (RCD)” may be replaced by the term “ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)” .
• The voltage indicated on the rating plate must correspond to the voltage of the power source.
• Only use or replace power supply cables for this unit that correspond to the types indicated by the manufacturer. See the operating instructions for order no. and types.
• Never touch the mains plug with wet hands.
• Do not run over, crush or pull the power supply cable or extension lead, otherwise, it may be damaged. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• The extension lead must have a cross-section in accordance with the operating instructions and be protected against splashed water. The connection must not be in the water.

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the machine. Do not use the machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Do not carry the machine with your finger on the switch.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the machine on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving pa rts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Warning! Switch off, remove the plug from mains before adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is cut, damaged or entangled.
• The blades continue to rotate for a few seconds after the machine is switched off.
• • The machine is double insulated for safety and requires no earth connection. The operating voltage is 230V AC, 50Hz (for non -EU countries 220V, 240V as applicable). If you want to use an extension cable when operating your product, only the following cable dimensions should be used:
  • 1.0mm2: max. length 40m
  • 1.5 mm2: max. length 60m
  • 2.5 mm2: max. length 100m
• Note: If an extension cable is used it must be earthed and connected through the plug to the earth cable of your supply network in accordance with prescribed safety regulations.
• If in doubt contact a qualified electrician or the nearest Cobra Service Centre.
• WARNING! Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous. Extension cable, plug and socket must be of watertight construction and intended for outdoor use.
• It is recommended for increased electrical safety to use a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA. Always check your RCD every time you use it.

Use and care

• Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct the machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. If the machine
  cannot be controlled correctly with the switch then it must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the
  machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the machine. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the machine accidentally.

• Store idle the machine out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the machine or these instructions to operate the machine. The machine are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain the machine. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machine’s operation. If damaged, have the machine repaired before use .

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the machine, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the machine for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service
Have your machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only genuine replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the machine is maintained.

SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use the appliance properly

• This appliance is approved solely for use:
• In accordance with the descriptions and safety instructions specified in this user’s guide. To mow the lawns of domestic and leisure gardens. Using
• the lawnmower for any other purpose is considered incorrect and unapproved. The user is liable for all damage caused to third parties and their property.
• Unauthorized modifications made to the mower rule out any liability on the part of the manufacturer for damage resulting, therefore.
• 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.

Observe the safety and operating information

• Before using the appliance for the first time, read and follow the operating instructions carefully. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Never allow children or other persons to use the lawnmower who do not know the operating instructions.

Before working with the appliance

• Persons using the appliance must not be under the influence of intoxicants, alcohol, medication, etc.
• Before you begin work, make that you are familiar with all attachments and operating controls as well as their functions.
• Only use connection cables in the open that have been authorized for this purpose and are correspondingly marked,e.g.H07RNF2x1.5mm2(max.50m). connection parts of connection cables must be splash-proof and coated with rubber.
• Before using the mower, always check that the connection cable is not damaged, cracked or tangled. To do this switch off the unit and pull out the mains plug. Do not use a damaged connection cable.
• Before using the appliance:
• Check whether the grass catcher works and the ejection flap closes correctly damaged, worn or missing parts must be replaced immediately
• Check for any wearing or damage to the cutters, fastening pins, and the whole cutter unit; all worn or damaged parts must be replaced in sets at a specialist workshop in order to rule out imbalances.
• Check whether the cable between the motor and switch/connection combination is damaged. Damaged cables must be replaced at a specialist workshop immediately.
• Spare parts must fulfill the requirements laid down by the manufacturer. You should only use original spare parts or those which have been approved by the manufacturer. All repair work must be conducted exclusively by a qualified technician.

When working with the appliance

• When working with or on the appliance you must wear protective clothing.
• This includes:
• Safety shoes
• Trousers
• Close-fitting garments
• Protective goggles, etc.
• Operate the mower only when it is in good working condition as stipulated and delivered by the manufacturer.

Before all work on this appliance

• Avoid injuries by observing the following. Before carrying out any work on the machine:
• Switch OFF the motor.
• Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete standstill.
• Remove the mains plug.

After working with the appliance

• Before you leave the lawnmower unattended always remove the mains plug.
• Danger!
  Never use a lawnmower if it has damaged safety devices or if there are no safety devices fitted.

Operating safety

• Danger!
  Electric shock” For safety reasons, the socket used to power the mower should be backed up by residual-current-device (RCD) which can be tripped by a max. The current of 30mA.

Injury

• Always maintain a safe distance from the rotating blade.
• Never place your hands, feet, or other parts of the body near rotating parts.
• Stop the motor when the lawnmower has to be tilted and must travel over surfaces other than grass for transporting.
• Never lift or carry the appliance when the motor is running. Remove the mains plug from the socket beforehand.
• Switch off the motor and take out the mains plug when you release any jams, remove blockages in the ejection channel or before checking, cleaning, transporting, adjusting or working on the lawnmower.
• If you remove the grass catcher, you or other persons might get injured due to ejected, mowed materials or foreign bodies.
• Never empty the grass sack while the motor is running. To do this, switch off the lawnmower.
• Check the surface on which the appliance is to be used and remove all objects that the appliance can take up and eject out.
• If a foreign body (e.g. stone) is hit by the cutting blade or if the lawnmower starts vibrating abnormally: stop the motor immediately and remove the mains plug. Check the appliance for damage, and have any damage repaired at a Cobra Service Centre.
  In the case of lawnmowers with rotating blades, never stand in front of the grass ejection holes.

Tripping over

• While turning the machine around you could trip over the main cable and injure yourself. Feed the cable behind you in such a way that it stays out of the path along which you are walking while mowing, and is kept away from the cutting blades.
• Operate the mower at walking speed only.
• Stones, branches or other objects lying around can cause damage to the lawnmower and its operation. Remove all objects from the appliance’s path before every use. Do not operate the machine if it is not in perfect working order. Undertake a thorough visual check before using it. In
• particular, check that protective equipment, electrical controls, current-carrying cables and threaded connections are not damaged and are secure.
  Replace damaged parts before operating the unit.

Operating times
Comply with the national/municipal regulations concerning the times when the mower may be used (if required, contact your local authority).
Directions
Details of specific locations on the machine (e.g. left, right) are always quoted as seen from the handles and while facing forward. (fig 2)

Description of product parts

Instructions for use

• mower and up handle with switch box and cord
• Middle handle
• quick release lock x 4
• grass bag
• cord clip x2
• cord grasper

FIG: 2

1. Switch box
2. Switch bar
3. Upper handle
4. Middle handle
5. Quick-release lock
6. Full grass indicator
7. Grass bag
8. Lower handle
9. Height adjusting handle
10. Fix screw for the lower hand

ASSEMBLY&OPERATION

When assembling this machine, please follow the instructions for assembly printed. Towards the front of the manual (fig 3, 4)
FIG 3

FIG:4

1. Fit the up handle, middle handle and lower handle together with the quick release lock system. You can rotate the quick-release lock to adjust the tightness of lock.
2. As fig 5 shows, fix the cord by the cord clip and cord grasper

FIG: 5

Hang the collection bag on the hook as shown. (fig 7)

FIG: 7

Note: The packaging material is made of recyclable materials. Dispose of packaging materials in accordance with regulations.
Switching on the unit

Do not switch on the unit until it has been completely assembled. Before switching on the unit, always check the connection cable for signs of damage; only an undamaged connection cable may be used.

Note: Damaged connection cables are highly dangerous!

POWER CONNECTION

The mains voltage (230V~240V) indicated on the rating plate must correspond with the mains power supply. Mains connection fuse: min.1 0A.

UK PLUG (ONLY FOR UK MARKET)
If you need to replace the fitted plug, then follow the instructions below.

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:

Blue – Neutral Brown – Live

As the colors of the wire in the mains lead of this product may not correspond with the colored marking identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire, which is colored blue, must be connected to the terminal, which is marked with N or colored black. The wire, which is colored brown, must be connected to the terminal, which is marked L or colored red.

SWITCHING ON AND OFF

FIG 8

Do not start the motor in tall grass.
Switch on: press the button . Hold down the on button (1) and pull the switch bar (2) towards the handle and hold in position

Turn on the machine by pressing and holding down the safety lock button (1) whilst pulling the on/off switch lever (2), as shown in the drawing Fig 5

Notes:

Release the safely unlock button once the machine is running whilst retaining a hand-hold on the on/off switch lever.
-the safety lever will lock into position. Switch off: Release the switch bar.

Note: While mowing, lay the connection cable safely on footpaths and on areas that have already been mown.

WARNING!
When the motor has been switched off, the cutter continues running for several seconds therefore do not touch the underside of the mower until the cutter has come to a standstill!

SETTING CUTTING HEIGHT

FIG 6

If you want to change the cutting height, please push the adjusting Lever first in order to make the it out of the tooth and then push the lever to the required position (1 to 7) Warning: Never operate the adjusting handle roughly.

Mowing direction:
When you begin to mow please follow the arrow on fig 11, so that you can avoid twisting your extension cord or cutting the cord.
FIG 11

Grass bag full indicator & storage

There are two functions in this machine.

1. If the collection bag is empty or it is not full with grass, the grass full indicator will  open. fig 9
2. If the collection bag is full with grass the grass full indicator will close. fig 10

This lawn mower can be folded in order to save space.  FIG 12

1. Loosen the quick-release lock system on handles
2. Fold the handles as fig 12.
3. Store it.

Technical specifications

• Rated voltage: 230-240 V-, 50 Hz
• Rated power input: 1800W
• Rated no load speed n0: 3500min-1
• Cutting width: 430 mm
• Cutting height: 20-70mm, 7 adjustments
• Grass catcher volume: 501
• Protection class: II lg]
• Protection degree: IPX4
• Weight: 17.5kg

The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one product with another.
The declared vibration value may also be used to evaluate the exposure for the user caused by vibration in advance.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, always pull out the mains plug and wait until the cutter has come to a standstill

1. The motor does not run:
   Check mains connection cable, circuit-breaker or fuse Start on short grass or on an area that has already been mown
   Clean discharge channel/housing (the mowing blade must rotate freely) Correct the cutting height.

2. Motor power drops:
   Correct the cutting height Clean discharge channel/housing Replace the mower cutter blade at a Cobra Service Centre

3. Grass catcher is not filled sufficiently
   Correct the cutting height Allow the lawn to dry Replace the mower cutter blade at a Cobra Service Centre Clean the grille on the grass catcher Clean the discharge channel /housing Faults which cannot be rectified with the aid of this table may be rectified by a specialist company only (Cobra service center).

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, always pull out the mains plug

1. Do not spray the unit with water. Ingress of water may destroy the Switch/plug combination unit and the electric motor.
2. Clean the unit with a cloth, hand brush, etc.
3. Always wear gardening gloves when handling or working near the sharp blades.
4. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure that the machine is in safe working condition.
5. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.
6. Examine the machine and replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

Expert inspection is required:

1. If the lawnmower strikes an object.
2. If the motor stops suddenly
3. If the blade is bent (do not align!)
4. If the motor shaft is bent (do not align!)
5. If a short circuit occurs when the cable is connected.
6. If the gears are damaged.
7. If the V-belt is defective.

WARNING!
Unbalanced blades will cause the lawnmower to vibrate violently-risk of accident!
Following maintenance procedures on insulation protection test must be conducted on the insulating parts (e.g. removal of the mowing blade) in compliance with the VDE701 guidelines customer service center.

Storing the unit
After mowing, clean the unit thoroughly. Store the unit in a dry shed or garage, and allow the motor to cool down beforehand. To reduce storage space, the upper handle can be folded down, and unscrew the wing nuts by approximately 6 revolutions.

Caution!
Do not trap the electric cable when folding down the handle.

GUARANTEE AND SERVICE

After the purchase date, a full 1 year guarantee applies to material and production defects. If the product shows defects as a result of material and production defects during the period of guarantee, we guarantee free repair on the condition that: the product has been used properly and for the purpose for which it has been intended. The accessories are not covered by the guarantee.
For service contact Henton & Chattel Ltd, London Road, Nottingham NG2 3HW UK
Telephone 0115 986 2161 www.cobragarden.co.[email protected]

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