NAKAYAMA EM3210 Electric Lawn Mower Instruction Manual

NAKAYAMA EM3210 Electric Lawn Mower

Introduction

Read and understand all instructions. Save these instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term ‘power tool’ in all of the warnings below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool.

Know Your Lawn Mower

Read this manual carefully, observing the recommended safety instructions before, during and after using your lawn mower. Following these simple instructions will also maintain your lawn mower in good working order. Familiarize yourself with the controls on your mower before attempting to operate it, but above all, be sure you know how to stop your mower in an emergency. Retain this user manual and all other literature with your mower for future reference.

Symbols Marked On The Product

• Read this instruction book carefully before using the lawn mower and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
• Keep bystanders away.
• Beware of sharp blades. Blades continue to rotate after the motor is switched off.
• Remove the plug from the machine before maintenance or if cord damaged.
• Noise level marking
• Your tool noise is not more than 96dB.
• Double Insulat on
• This means that all external parts are electrically isolated from the power supply. This is achieved by placing an extra insulation barrier between the electrical and mechanical parts.
• Keep the supply flexible cord away from the cutting blades.

CE Marking

• The product meets demands and regulations set by the European Community.

WEEE Marking

CAUTION! Unusable power tools do not be-long with domestic waste. They must be taken to a communal collecting point for environ-mentally friendly disposal in accordance with local regulations.

Safety Alert Symbol

Indicates caution or warning may be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictures.

General Safety Rules

The purpose of the safety rules is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them, require your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

WARNING

• Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Save owners manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this tool.
• This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.
• The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in eyes severely damaged. Before beginning power tool operation, always wears safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shield.

IMPORTANT

• READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
• KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator
3. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
5. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals; Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or ties.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the machine.
7. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
8. Before use check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or worn. If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not use the appliance if the cord is damaged or worn.
9. mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
10. avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
11. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
12. Walk, never run.
13. For wheeled rotary machines; mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
14. exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
15. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
16. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you.
17. Stop the blades if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed;
18. Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
19. Start or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blades.
20. Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting switching on the motor, except if the lawnmower has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tile it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator.
21. Do not start the motor when standing in front of the discharge chute.
22. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts, Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times
23. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the motor is running;
24. Stop the motor and disconnect the plug. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
    • Whenever you leave the machine:
    • Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute.
    • Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower. After striking a foreign abject. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower. If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately):
    • Inspect for damage.
    • Replace or repair any damage parts. – Check for and tighten any loose parts.
25. Stop the mower:
    • Whenever you leave the lawnmower:
26. keep all nuts, blots and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition;
27. check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration;
28. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety;
29. No to use the lawnmower if the cords are damaged or worn
30. Not to connect a damaged cord to the supply or touch a damaged cord before it is disconnected from the supply. A damaged cord can lead to contact with live parts.
31. Not to touch the blade before the machine is disconnected form the supply and the blade have come to a complete stop
32. To keep extension cords away from the blade. The blade can cause damage to the cords and lead to contact with live parts.
33. To disconnect the supply (i.e. pulling the plug from the socket):
    • Whenever leaving the machine unattended.
    • Before clearing a blockage.
    • Before checking, cleaning or working on the machine. – After striking a foreign object.
    • Whenever the machine starts vibrating abnormally.
34. Children are not allowed to use the machine.
35. This appliance is not intended for use by persons 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.
36. If the external flexible cable or cord is damaged, it shall be exclusively replaced by the manufacturer or his service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard (not light than H05VV-F 2×1.0mm2)
37. instructions for the safe operation of the appliance, including a recommendation that the appliance should be supplied via a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
38. Be careful during the adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
39. Always allow the machine to cool before storing.
40. When servicing the blades be aware that, even though the power source is switched off, the blades can still be moved.
41. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety; Use only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
42. Be careful during adjustment of the appliance to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of appliance.
43. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Intended Use

• This machine was designed and manufactured for mowing lawns, according to its cutting capacity.
• This machine is intended for use by non professional operators (not professionals).
• The machine is intended for domestic use only.

Description of main parts

1. Upper handlebar
2. ON/OFF triggers
3. Upper hand knob tightening screw
4. Lower handlebar
5. Lower hand knob tightening screw
6. Carrying handle
7. Front Wheel
8. Rear Wheel
9. Grass Collector
10. Grass Collector carrying handle
11. Cable Hook
12. Rear Roller

Before Each Use

• Before each use, you must ensure that the lawnmower is in a safe working condition. Inspect the blade and check all the safety devices and attachments as well as all the nuts, bolts and screws to make sure that they have been placed with safety.
• When selecting an extension lead make sure that the extension lead is designed for outdoor use. Always choose an approved cable extension suitable for the power rating of this tool. In case of using a cable reel, always completely unwind the cable from the reel. It is recommended that the mower must be connected to a Residual Current Device (RCD).

Assembly instructions and main adjustments

Caution! The machine must not be operated before all assembly work has been completed!

1. Insert the lower handlebar into the M8 bolt and lock the A-type hand knob. Fix the lower handle.
2. Connect the lower and upper handlebars, and lock the hand knob.
3. Snap the power cord into the line card. Fix the cable on the cable hook.

Grass collector assembly (if not pre-assembled by the factory)

1. Connect the handle to the grass collector upper cover.
2. Attach all three parts of the grass collector together.
3. Lift the flap located at the rear of the machine and then connect the grass collector.

Adjusting the cutting height

1. Adjust the wheel height by pulling outwards the axle.
2. Adjust the cutting height (from high to low) as the axle height (from low to high).

Operating instructions

Switching on the motor

• Only start the lawn mower on even ground and not within long grass. The ground must be free of foreign obstacles such as stones. Do not lift the lawn mower in order to start it.
• Press the safety switch located on the control box in the middle of the handlebar, then pull each trigger against the bar according to the pictures on the button and keep them pressed.

Switching off the motor

• Release the triggers.
• Wait until the blade has stopped moving.

Work instructions

• Carefully check the entire area to be mown and remove all foreign objects.
• Only operate the lawn mower if there are no third parties in the danger area.
• Only mow if visibility is good.
• Only operate the machine at walking pace, never run when mowing.
• Only operate the mower if the blade is in a good state and sharp.
• Do not mow over obstacles (e.g. twigs, tree roots).
• On sloping terrain, always mow across the slope. Do not mow uphill or downhill or on slopes where the inclination exceeds 20°.
• Exercise particular care when changing direction on sloping terrain.

Tips for mowing

• Start mowing as close as possible to the power socket.
• Always keep the extension lead on the section of lawn than has already been mown.
• Maintain a constant cutting height of 3 – 5 cm; do not shorten the grass to less than half its original height.
• Do not overload the lawnmower! If the motor speed drops perceptibly due to long, heavy grass, increase the cutting height and mow several times.
• Mow in the morning or late afternoon to prevent the freshly cut grass from drying out.
• During phases of strong growth, mow twice weekly; in periods of low rainfall, increase intervals between mowing accordingly.

Maintenance Instructions

IMPORTANT:  Routine and accurate maintenance is essential for maintaining original machine safety and performance levels. Always stop the motor and unplug from the mains power before doing any repairs or maintenance. Only use original spare parts: The use of non-original and/or incorrectly fitted parts will jeopardize the safety of the machine, may cause accidents or injuries for which the Manufacturer is under no circumstance liable or responsible.

1. Wear strong protective gloves before cleaning, maintaining or making adjustments to the machine.
2. You must remove grass and mud from the chassis to prevent it from drying. This will cause problems the next time the lawn mower is used.
3. Paint on internal chassis parts may start to flake over time due to abrasive action of cut grass. If this happens, you should touch-up with rust-proof paint to prevent rusting that could corrode the metal. You can also use alight oil or silicone spray to prevent rust.
4. Lubricate the wheel bearings with a suitable lubricant.

CAUTION: DO NOT use a hose pipe or pressure washer to clean the motor. Water will damage the motor.

Blade Maintenance

Check the blade, in order to obtain a good cut, the blade should always be sharp and well balanced. At regular intervals, check the tightness of all nuts, bolts and screws. If the blade hits an obstacle check for damage and if the machine vibrates badly stop the lawnmower and take it to a service dealer. It is best if all interventions on the blade are done at a specialised centre that has the special tools and equipment. Only original blades must be used on this machine. Given product evolution, the blades may be replaced in time with others having similar interchangeable and operating safety features.

• You MUST always wear gloves to protect your hands from being cut when working with the blade.
• The blade is made of pressed steel, in order to obtain a precise cut, sharpen the blade frequently, typically around every 28 hours of work.
• Following blade sharpening you must make sure that the blade is always well balanced.
• To remove the blade, unscrew the bolt, check the blade carrier and all components, replace if they are worn or damaged.
• Using a silicone spray grease, lightly coat the lawn mower blade to prevent possible rusting during storage

Storage

• Always unplug the machine from the mains for storage.
• To save space during storage, fold down the upper bar.
• Store the machine in a dry condition and out of reach of children and unauthorized persons

Repairs

• Repair work may only be carried out by Service Centres and authorized specialist work- shops.
• To prevent loss of balance, cutting tools and fastening bolts must be exchanged together.

• The manufacturer reserves the right to make minor changes to product design and technical specifications without prior notice unless these changes significantly affect the performance and safety of the products.
• The parts described / illustrated in the pages of the manual that you hold in your hands may also concern other models of the manufacturer’s product line with similar features and may not be included in the product you just acquired.
• 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.
• To ensure the safety and reliability of the product and the warranty validity, all repair, inspection, repair or replacement work, including maintenance and special adjustments, must only be carried out by technicians of the authorized service department of the manufacturer.

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