FLORABEST FRM 1800 C3 Translation Of The Original Instructions

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ELECTRIC LAWNMOWER FRM 1800 C3

ELECTRIC LAWNMOWER

Translation of the original instructions

ELEKTRO-RASENMÄHER

Originalbetriebsanleitung

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Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all
functions of the device.

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mit allen Funktionen des Gerätes vertraut.

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Contents

Introduction .................................5

Intended purpose
General Description

Scope of Delivery
Function Description
Overview

Technical specications

Safety information

Pictorial Diagrams on the
Equipment
General safety information

Assembly

Assembling the Curved Handle

Operation

Hanging On/
Removing the Grass Bag
Level gauge
Emptying the Grass Bag
Adjusting the Cut Height
Switching On and Off
Working with the Lawnmower

Cleaning, Maintenance
and Storage

General Cleaning and
Maintenance Work
Changing the Blade
Storage

Waste disposal and
environmental protection
Replacement parts/Accessories
Trouble Shooting
Guarantee
Repair Service
Service-Center
Importer
Translation of the original
EC declaration of conformity
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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your
new device. With it, you have chosen a
high quality product.
During production, this equipment has
been checked for quality and subjected

to a nal inspection. The functionality of

your equipment is therefore guaranteed.
It cannot be ruled out that residual quanti­ties of lubricants will remain on or in the

equipment in isolated cases. This is not a

fault or defect and it represents no cause
for concern.

The operating instructions constitute

part of this product. They contain

important information on safety, use
and disposal.

Before using the product, familiarise

yourself with all of the operating
and safety instructions. Use the
product only as described and for

the applications specied.

Keep this manual safely and in the

event that the product is passed on,
hand over all documents to the third
party.

Intended purpose

The equipment is designed only for mow­ing domestic lawns and grass areas.
Any other use that is not expressly per­mitted in these instructions may result in
damage to the equipment and represent a
serious risk to the user.

The equipment is intended for use by

adults. It is not to be used by children or
people who are unfamiliar with these in­structions. The use of the equipment is pro­hibited in the rain or a damp environment.

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The manufacturer will not be liable for

damages caused by use other than for the
intended purpose or by incorrect opera­tion.

General Description

Scope of Delivery

Carefully remove the equipment from the
packaging and check whether the follow­ing parts are complete:

- Lawnmower and curved handle with
connection cable

- Lower bar

- Lawn bag

- 2 wing nuts and screws for attaching
the curved handle

- 2 buttery nuts for attaching the curved
handle

- 2 holders to attach the

connection cable

- Instruction Manual

Function Description

The electric lawnmower has a cutting tool,

which turns parallel to the cutting level. It is
equipped with a high performance electric
motor, robust plastic housing, release but­ton, collision guard, and grass bag. Ad­ditionally, the equipment is height adjust­able to six levels and has smooth-running
wheels.
For the function of the operating parts,
please refer to the descriptions below.

Overview

1 Curved handle

2a Buttery nuts

for beam attachment

2b Locking lever for beam

attachment with washer
3 Lower bar
4 Grass bag
5 Cut height adjusting lever
6 Wheels
7 Lawnmower housing
8 Handle
9 Collision guard
10 Cable holder
11 Release button
12 Power cable outlet
13 Cable strain relief
14 Power cable (sold separately)
15 Start lever

16 Screws

17 Level gauge

18 Blade screw
19 Blade
20 Motor spindle

Technical specications

Electric Lawnmower ...FRM 1800 C3

Motor input power
Mains voltage
Idling speed

Blade width ...................Approx. 440 mm

Cut height
Protection class
Protection type
Weight
Lawn bag volume, net

Sound pressure specication

(L

............................20 – 70 mm

......................................15.7 kg

) ....................... 85 dB(A); KpA=3 dB

pA

.....................1800 W

.................. 230 V~, 50 Hz

...........................3250 min

................................. II

................................. IPX4

....................... 52 l

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Noise level specication

measured (L
guaranteed

Vibration on the handle

(a

) ....................2.5 m/s2; K= 1.5 m/s²

h

This device is designed for operation on

a power supply network with a system im­pedance (Internal resistance of the mains)
Zmax at the transfer point (domestic con­nection) of a maximum of 0.354 Ohms.

The user must ensure that the device is

operated only on a power supply network

that fulls this requirement.

If necessary, the local power supply compa­ny can be asked for the system impedance.

The stated vibration emission value was

measured in accordance with a standard
testing procedure and may be used to com­pare one power tool to another.

The stated vibration emission value may

also be used for a preliminary exposure
assessment.

Warning: The vibration emission

value may differ during actual use
of the power tool from the stated
value depending on the manner in
which the power tool is used.
Try to keep the exposure to vibra­tions as low as possible. Examples
of measures to reduce vibration
exposure are the wearing of gloves
when using the tool and limiting the
working hours. For this purpose all
parts of the operating cycle have to
be considered (for example, times
when the electric tool is switched
off and times when it is switched on
but running without any load).

) ..94.5 dB(A); KWA=1.8 dB

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.......................... 96 dB (A)

The noise and vibration values have been

determined in accordance with the stand­ards and regulations specied in the decla­ration of conformity.

Safety information

This section covers the basic safety

regulations when working with the
electric lawnmower.

Pictorial Diagrams on the
Equipment

Caution!

Read the operating instruc-

tions carefully.

Wear eye and ear protec-

tion.

Risk of injury from parts be-

ing thrown up.

Keep nearby people away

from the mower.

Do not expose the equipment

to the damp. Do not work in
the rain and do not cut wet
grass.

Caution – sharp cutting

blade! Keep feet and hands
away. Risk of injury!

Switch off the motor and

disconnect the plug before
adjustment or repair work or
if the power cable is caught
or damaged.

Danger of damaged power

cable.
Keep the power cable away
from the cutting blade!

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Caution!

The lawnmower blade contin-

ues to run after switching off.

Scale cutting height

440

Cutting circle

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Noise level specication LWA

in dB.

Protection class II

(Double insulation)

Do not dispose of electri-

cal equipment in domestic
waste.

Level gauge on grass
catcher:

Flap open:

grass catcher empty

Flap closed:

grass catcher full

Symbols in the manual

Warning symbols with

information on damage
and injury prevention.

Instruction symbols with

information on preventing
damage.

Pull out the mains plug.

Wear hand protection.

Help symbols with informa-

tion on improving tool
handling.

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General safety
information

This equipment may cause

serious injury in the case of
improper use. In order to
avoid injury to people and
damage to property, the fol­lowing safety information
must be observed and users
must familiarise themselves
with all operating parts.

Preparation:

• This device can be used by

individuals with reduced physi-

cal, sensory or mental capabili-

ties or a lack of experience or

knowledge if they are super-

vised or have been instructed

in how to use the device safely

and understand the associated

dangers.

• Before using the unit, carefully

read through the instruction

manual and familiarise yourself

with all of its controls.

• Prior to use, always check the

connecting cable and extension

cable for signs of damage or

wear and tear. If the cable gets

damaged during use, it must be

disconnected from the supply

network immediately. DO NOT

TOUCH THE CABLE BEFORE IT

HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED.

Do not use the machine, if the

cable is worn or damaged. Da-

maged mains power cables in-

crease the risk of electric shock.

• Allow the motor to cool down

before you put the machine into

storage. Risk of burns!

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• Do not allow the use of this
equipment by children or others
who are unfamiliar with these
operating instructions. Local
regulations may specify the
minimum age of the operator.

• Do not use the equipment when
people and particularly children
or pets are nearby.

• Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance must not
be carried out by children.

• The operator or user is respon­sible for accidents, injuries to
other people or damage to the
property of others.

• Check the terrain on which the
equipment is to be used and
remove stones, sticks, wires and
other foreign objects that could
become caught and thrown up.

This can result in serious injury.

• Wear suitable work clothing
such as stable shoes with non­slip soles and robust, long trou­sers. Do not use the equipment
when barefoot or when wear­ing open sandals. Avoid wear­ing loose clothing with hanging
laces or belts. There is a risk of
injury!

• Before each use, carry out a
visual inspection of the equip­ment. Do not use the equipment
if protective devices (e.g. colli­sion guard or grass bag), parts
of the cutting device or bolts
are missing, worn or damaged.

To avoid imbalance, damaged

tools and bolts are to be re­placed only in sets.

This ensures that the equipment

remains safe.

• Take care with equipment that

has several cutting tools, as the
movement of one blade may
result in the rotation of the other
blades.

• Use only spare parts and ac­cessories supplied and recom­mended by the manufacturer.

The use of non-original parts

will immediately invalidate the
guarantee.

Working with the Equipment:

Do not place feet or hands

near or under rotating parts
when working. Risk of injury!

Observe the noise protection

and local regulations.

• Switch on the motor accord­ing to the instructions and only
when your feet are at a safe
distance from the cutting tools.
Risk of injury from cuts.

• Do not use the equipment in
the rain, in poor weather, in a
damp environment, or on wet
grass. Water entry into the
equipment increases the risk of
electric shock.
Work only in daylight or with
good lighting.
Accident hazard!

• Do not work with the equipment
when tired, lacking concentra­tion or under the inuence of
alcohol or drugs. Always take

breaks in good time. Take a

sensible approach to the work.

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A moment of carelessness when
using the equipment can result
in serious injury.

• When working, ensure a rm

stance, particularly on slopes.

This enables you to control the

equipment better in unexpected
situations.
Always work across the slope,
never upwards or downwards.

Take particular care when

changing the direction of travel
on the slope. Do not work on
excessively steep slopes.

• Run the equipment only at a

walking pace. Take particular

care when turning the equip­ment around, pulling it towards
you or going backwards.

There is a risk of personal injury.

• Switch on the equipment care­fully and in accordance with
the directions in these instruc-

tions. Ensure sufcient distance

between feet and the rotating
blades. Contact with the cutter
can result in injury.

• Do not tilt the equipment when
starting other than if it is neces­sary to do so when starting up
in long grass. In this case, tilt the
equipment by pressing down the
handle bar such that the front
wheels of the equipment are
raised. Always check that both
hands are in the working posi­tion before returning the equip­ment to the ground.

• Do not work without the grass
bag or collision guard. Keep
away from the ejection hole at
all times.

• Do not start the motor when
standing in front of the emission
duct.

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Caution! Danger! The blade

continues to run after switch­ing off. There is a risk of in­jury.

• The equipment is not to be lifted

or transported while the motor
is running. Switch off the equip­ment if it has to be tilted in
transit, when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when the
equipment is being transported
to and from the surfaces to be
mowed.

• Always keep the grass ejection
hole clean and clear. Remove
cut material only when the
equipment is stopped.

• Do not leave the equipment un­attended in the workplace.

• Do not work with equipment
that is damaged, incomplete, or

has been modied without the

authorisation of the manufac­turer. Do not use the equipment
with damaged safety devices or
screens or with missing safety

equipment such as deection

and/or grass collection devices.

• Do not overload the equipment.
Work only within the speci-

ed power range and do not

change the regulator settings on
the motor. Do not use low-pow­ered machines for heavy work.
Do not use your equipment for
purposes other than those for
which it is designed.

• Do not use the equipment near

inammable liquids or gases.

Non-observance will result in a

risk of re or explosion.

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• Do not lift or carry the equip­ment when the motor is running.
Risk of injury from cuts.

• Switch off the equipment and
disconnect the plug. Make sure
that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop:

- Whenever you leave the ma­chine,

- Before cleaning the ejection
hole or removing blockages,

- When the equipment is out of
use,

- Before checking, cleaning or
working on the equipment,

- If the power cable is dam­aged or frayed,

- if a foreign object has been
hit by the device. Check for
damage to the lawnmower
and carry out the necessary
repairs before switching on
again and working with the
lawnmower.

If the lawnmower starts to vi-

brate abnormally, an immedi­ate check must be carried out.

- carry out a search for damage;

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perform the necessary repairs
of damaged parts;

- make sure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are properly tigh­tened.

• Do not place feet or hands near
or under rotating parts. Do not
stand in front of the grass ejec­tion hole during mowing.

Maintenance and Storage:

• Ensure that all nuts, bolts and

screws are tightened rmly and

the equipment is in safe work­ing condition.

• Do not attempt to repair the
equipment yourself unless you
have been trained to do so.

Any work not specied in these

instructions is to be carried out
only by customer service centres
that we have authorised.

• Keep the equipment in a dry
location and out of reach of
children.

• Handle the equipment with
care. Keep tools sharp and
clean, in order to facilitate bet­ter and safer work. Follow the
maintenance instructions.

• Wear protective gloves when
changing the cutting device.

• Regularly check the grass col­lection device for wear and
strains. For safety reasons, re­place worn or damaged parts.
When adjusting the blades,
take particular care to avoid n-

gers being trapped between the

rotating blades and xed parts

of the machine.
Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained equipment.

• Check that only replacement
tools authorised by the manu-

facturer are used.

• During maintenance of the cut­ting blades, be aware that they
can be brought into motion
even when the power supply is
switched off.

• Worn or damaged information
signs must be replaced.

• Replace worn or damaged
parts for safety reasons. Use
only original spare parts and
accessories.

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Electrical Safety:

• Ensure that the mains voltage

matches the specications on

the rating plate.

• Connect the equipment only
to a socket that has a residual
current operated device (RCD
switch) with a trip current of no
more than 30 mA.

• Avoid bodily contact with
earthed parts (e.g. metal
fences, metal posts). There is an
increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed.

• Use only authorised power cables
of H05RN-F, which are no more

than 75m long and suitable for
outdoor use. The power cable

wire cross section must be at least

2.5 mm2. Always completely
unroll cable drums before use.
Check the cable for damage.

• To x on the power cable, use

the cable suspension intended
for the purpose.

• Keep the power cable away
from the cutting tool when work-

ing. The cutting blades may

damage the power cable and
result in contact with live parts.
Always run the power cable be­hind the operator.

The extension cable can be

accidentally severed. Risk of
electric shock!

• Do not use the power cable to
pull the plug from the socket.
Protect the power cable from
heat, oil and sharp edges.

• Switch off the equipment and
disconnect the plug from the
socket if the power cable is
damaged. If the power cable is
damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, the cus-

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tomer services of the same, or

a qualied person, in order to

avoid hazards.

• Do not connect a damaged
power cable to the mains. Do not
touch a damaged power cable
when it is connected to the mains.
A damaged power cable may
result in contact with live parts.

Residual risks

Even if properly operating and handling this
electric tool, some residual risks will remain.
Due to its construction and build, this electric
tool may present the following hazards:

a) Injuries caused by moving parts;
b) Ear damage if working without ear pro-

tection;

c) Lung damage, if suitable respiratory

protection is not worn;

d) Damage to your health caused by

swinging your hands and arms when
operating the appliance for longer pe­riods of time or if the unit is not held or
maintained properly.

Warning! During operation, this elec-

tric tool generates an electromagnetic
eld which, under certain circum­stances, may impair the functionality
of active or passive medical implants.

To reduce the risk of serious or lethal

injuries, we recommend that persons
with medical implants consult their
doctor and the manufacturer of their
medical implant before operating the
machine.

Assembly

Disconnect the plug before any work

on the equipment. There is a risk of

injury.

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Assembling the Curved
Handle

For a simple holmm installation, select

cutting height 20 mm (see „Adjusting
the cutting height“).

1. Remove the two pre-installed
buttery nuts (2a) from the lawn­mower housing (7). Insert the
lower bar (3) into the slot on the
lawnmower housing (7).

2. Fix the bottom bar (3) using the

two screws and buttery nuts

(2a).

3. Tighten the loop handle (1) with
the enclosed carriage bolts (16)
and two locking levers for beam
attachment with washer (2b) to
the lower beam (3).

4. Clip the cable hooks (10) into
the bar (3) and the handle (1) to
fasten the cable.

When both wing nuts are loosened,

the curved handle can be folded
down for storing the equipment.
Ensure that the power cable is not
caught.

Operation

Hanging On/Removing the
Grass Bag

2. To remove the grass bag (4), lift

the collision guard (9) and detach
the grass bag. Fold the collision
guard (9) back onto the mower
housing.

Do not work with the lawn-

mower without the collision
guard or lawn box. There is
a risk of injury.

Level gauge

The level gauge (17) is located on the side

of the grass catcher (4).

Flap (17) open:

grass catcher (4) empty

Flap (17) closed:

grass catcher (4) full

The level indicator (17) works when

the device is in operation.

Emptying the Grass Bag

To empty the grass collection bag, also use

the bottom bag handle (4).

Adjusting the Cut Height

Switch off the equipment, discon-

nect the plug and wait for the blade

to stop. There is a risk of injury.

1. To hang on the grass bag (4),

lift the collision guard (9) and
hang on the grass bag. Fold the
collision guard (9) onto the grass
bag (4). It holds the grass bag in
the correct position.

1. Hold the cut height adjusting
lever (5) and guide it past the
indent to the desired cut height
setting.

2. The handle (8) may be used

to help, in order to prevent to
mower rolling away.

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20 mm - Position 1
30 mm - Position 2
40 mm - Position 3
50 mm - Position 4
60 mm - Position 5
70 mm - Position 6

The correct height is around 25 – 40 mm

for a decorative lawn and around 30 –

60mm for a used lawn.

A higher cut height should be se-

lected for the rst cut of the season.

Observe the noise protection and

local regulations.

Switching On and Off

1. Insert the power cable plug into

the socket (12) on the curved
handle (1).

2. To relieve the strain, form a loop

with the end of the power cable
(14) and hang this into the strain
relief (13). See the diagramm
(Detail screen).

3. Connect the equipment to the
power supply.

4. Before switching on, ensure that
the equipment is not in contact
with any objects.

5. To switch on, press the release

button (11) on the handle at the
same time as pressing the start
lever. Release the release button
(11).

6. To switch off, release the start

lever (15).

After switching off the equip-

ment, the blade continues to
turn for several seconds. Do
not touch the moving blade.
There is a risk of injury.

Working with the
Lawnmower

Regular mowing encourages increased foli­ation of the grass and kills off weeds at the

same time. Therefore, not only does each

mowing increase the density of the lawn, it
also produces an evenly resilient lawn.

The rst cut is to be made in around April,

at a growth height of 70 – 80 mm. In the
main vegetation period, the lawn is to be
mowed at least once a week.

• Start mowing near the socket and work
away from the socket.

• Always keep the extension cable be­hind you and when you turn, move
it to the side that has already been
mowed.

• Run the equipment at a walking pace,
in tracks that are as even as possible.
For gap-free mowing, the tracks should
always overlap by a few centimetres.

• Adjust the cut height so the equipment
is not overloaded. Otherwise, the mo­tor may be damaged.

• On slopes, always work across the

slope. Take particular care when going

backwards and pulling the equipment.

• Clean the equipment after each use, as
described in the chapter on “Cleaning,
Maintenance and Storage”.

Switch off the equipment after

work and in order to transport it,
disconnect the plug and wait until

the blade stops. There is a risk of

injury.

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