Cobra MX46SPE Owner's Manual

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MODEL: MX46SPE

COBRA LAWN MOWER
OWNER’S MANUAL

Cobra Garden Machinery

Henton and Chattell Ltd., London Road, Nottingham NG2 3HW UK
www.cobragarden.co.uk

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CONTENT

SECTION 1 SYMBOLS MARKED ON THE PRODUCT ……………..………….………. 3
SECTION 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES……………… ……………..………….………. 4

SECTION 3 GENERAL IDENTIFICATION ........... ……………………………………… 6

SECTION 4 TECHNICAL DATA ............................ ………………………………………. 7

SECTION 5 ASSEMBLY ....................................... ………………………………………. 7

SECTION 6 ADJUSTMENT OF CUTTING HEIGHT …………………………………….. 9
SECTION 7 ADJUSTMENT FOR AN APPROPRIATE ANGLE………………………….. 9
SECTION 8 “3 IN 1”………………………………………………………………………...… 10

SECTION 9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................ ………………………………………. 11

SECTION 10 STARTING…………………………………………………….………………. 12

SECTION 11 BLADE ........................................... ………………………………………. 13

SECTION 12 EXTENSION CORDS .................... …………………………………….... 14

SECTION 13 MAINTENANCE AND CARE .......... …………………………………….... 14

SECTION 14 TROUBLESHOOTING ................... …………………………………….... 15

SECTION 15 WARRANTY ………………………………………………………………….. 16
SECTION 16 ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY DISPOSAL ………….………………... 16
SECTION 17 EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ………………………………….. 17

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

Read this manual carefully, observing the recommended safety instructions before, during and after using your
lawn trimmer. Following these simple instructions will also maintain your lawn trimmer 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.

1. SYMBOLS MARKED ON THE PRODUCT

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates caution or warning may be used in conjunction with other symbols

or pictures.

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.

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 belong with domestic waste. They must be
taken to a communal collecting point for environmentally friendly disposal in accordance
with local regulations.

Noise level marking
Your tool noise is not more than 96dB.

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DOUBLE INSULATED

Your mower is double insulated.

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.

2. 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: 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.

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.

1. 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.

2. Do not use the appliance if the cord is damaged or worn.

3. 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. Use suitable power cord not light than H05VV-F 2x1.0mm2

4. Do not to touch the blade before the machine is disconnected form the supply and the blade have come to
a complete stop.

5. Always keep extension cords away from the blade. The blade can cause damage to the cords and lead to
contact with live parts.

6. Always disconnect the power supply (i.e. by removing the plug from the wall 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

7. When servicing the blades be aware that, even though the power source is switched off, the blades can

still be moved.

8. Residual Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA is recommended.

WARNING: 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.

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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. 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 the mower, 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. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;

9. For best results avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.

10. Always be sure of your footing on slopes

11. Walk and never run with the mower.

12. For wheeled rotary machines: mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.

13. Take extra care when changing direction on slopes.

14. Do not attempt to mow excessively steep slopes.

15. Take extra care when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you.

16. Stop the mower 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.

17. Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors
and/or grass catchers, in place.

18. Start or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blades.

19. Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the motor.

20. Do not start the motor when standing in front of the discharge chute.

21. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts, Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

22. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the motor is running.

23. 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.

24. Keep all nuts, blots and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

25. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.

26. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

27. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

28. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or

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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.

29. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades
and fixed parts of the machine.

30. Always allow the machine to cool before storing.

31. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety; Use only genuine replacement parts and accessories.

32. Be careful during adjustment of the appliance to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of appliance.

3. GENERAL PARTS IDENTIFICATION

1. Upper handle 2.Switch box 3. Safety push-button

4. Cable hook 5. Locking lever 6. Plug

7. Grass catcher 8. Height adjusting lever 9. Deck

10. Sideward flap 11. Motor cover

12. Cable clamp 13. Lower handle 14. Self-drive control handle

15. Switch handle 16. Discharge channel 17. Mulching wedge

Fig.1A

Fig.1C: Switch box