The initial language of these instructions
is English. Other language versions are
translations of the initial instructions.
This product may be used under
super vision, or if instruction
regarding the safe use of the
product has been provided and the resulting dangers have been understood, by
1. SAFETY
Symbols on the product
CAUTION!
If not used properly this product can be dangerous.
The warnings and safety instructions must be followed
to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency in using this
product. The operator is responsible for following the
warnings and instructions in this manual and on the
product. Never use the product unless the guards provided by the manufacturer are in the correct position.
Careless or incorrect use of this product can result in
injury to the user or others. Read and understand the
content of the operator’s manual. Keep the manual for
future reference.
Read the instructions.
Keep other persons away.
Beware of sharp blades.
Blades continue to rotate after the
engine is switched off.
Remove safety key before you do
maintenance or if the cable
becomes damaged or cut.
children aged 8 and above, as well as by
persons with physical, sensory or mental
disabilities or a lack of experience and
knowledge. Children must not be allowed
to play with the product. Cleaning and
user maintenance must not be performed
by children without supervision. The use
of this product by young people under the
age of 16 is not recommended.
Intended use:
The GARDENA Battery Lawnmower is used to cut
lawn in private domestic gardens and allotments.
The product is not intended for long term use.
WARNING! Risk of injury! Do not use the product to cut bushes, hedges, shrubs, to cut of
climbers or grass on roofs or balcony boxes,
to chop up branches, twigs and to level irregularities in the soil. Do not use the product on
a slope steeper than 20° maximum.
Secure the working area before
Fire risk! Short-circuit!
Do not let the product become wet
with rain or other moisture.
General safety warnings
Electrical safety
WARNING! Electric shock!
Risk of injury due to electric shock.
v The product must be supplied through a residual
current device (RCD) having a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
WARNING! Risk of physical injury!
Cut injury when the blade turns or the
product starts accidentally.
v Remove the safety key before you do mainte-
nance or you replace parts. Thereby the
removed safety key must be in the visual
range.
starting to work.
Watch out for hidden cables.
Do not connect the contacts of the
battery with metal components.
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Training
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1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the machine.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the machine 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.
Preparation
1. While operating the machine always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that
hanging cords or ties.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to
be used and remove all objects which can be thrown
by the machine.
3. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blade, blade bolt and the blade assembly are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged components in set to preserve balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
4. Before use check the supply and extension cord for
signs of damage or aging. 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 machine if
the cord is damaged or worn.
Operation
1. Operate the machine only in daylight or in good
artificial light.
2. Avoid operating the machine in wet grass.
3. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
4. Walk, never run.
5. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
7. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
8. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine towards you.
9. Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the machine to and
from area to be used.
10. Never operate the machine with defective guards or
shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass collector, in place.
11. Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
12. Do not tilt the machine when switching on the motor,
except if the machine has to be tilted for starting. In
this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary
and lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
13. Do not start the machine when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
14. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
15. Do not transport the machine while the power source
is running.
16. Stop the machine, and remove the disabling device.
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
machine,
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the machine;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
• inspect for damage,
• replace or repair any damaged parts,
• check for and tighten any loose parts.
Maintenance and storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
machine is in safe working condition.
2. Check the grass collector frequently for wear or
deterioration.
3. On machines with multi blade, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades rotate.
4. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
5. Always allow the machine to cool down before
storing.
6. When servicing the blades be aware that, even
though the power source is switched off, the blades
can still be moved.
7. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use only
genuine replacement parts and accessories.
Additional safety warnings
Battery safety
WARNING! Fire risk!
The battery to be charged must be placed on a nonflammable, heat resistant and non-conductive surface
while charging.
Keep corrosive, flammable and easily combustible objects
clear of the battery charger and the battery. Do not cover
the battery charger and the battery while charging.
Disconnect the battery charger immediately in the event of
smoke formation or fire.
Only use the original GARDENA Charger to charge the
battery. The use of other battery chargers may damage
the batteries irreparably and even cause a fire.
If you notice fire: Extinguish the flames with oxygen reducing materials.
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WARNING! Risk of explosion!
Protect batteries from heat and fire. Do not leave on
radiators or expose to strong sunshine for long periods.
Do not operate in explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Batteries may create sparks which could ignite the dust
or fumes.
Check your replacement battery before each use. Visually
check the battery before each use. A non-functioning
battery must be disposed of correctly. Do not send by
post. For further details, please contact your local disposal companies.
For risks of injury do not use the battery as a power
source for other products. Only use the battery for the
GARDENA product intended.
Only use and charge the battery in ambient temperatures
of between 0 °C and 40 °C. Allow battery to cool down
after long periods of use.
Check the charging cable regularly for signs of damage
or ageing (brittleness). Only use it in perfect condition.
Do not stow the battery above 45 °C or in direct sunlight.
Ideally, the battery should be stored below 25 °C so that
self-discharge is low.
Do not expose the battery to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a battery will increase the risk of electric shock.
Keep battery in order (clean) especially air vents.
If usage of the battery is not planned for a certain time
(winter period) reload the battery to avoid a deep discharge.
Do not stow while still attached to a tool, this prevents
misuse and accidents.
Do not stow the battery in places where static electricity is
present.
Electrical safety
WARNING! Cardiac arrest!
This product makes an electromagnetic field while it operates. This field may under some conditions interfere with
active or passive medical implants. To decrease the risk
of conditions that can possibly injure or kill, we recommend persons with medical implants to speak with their
physician and the medical implant manufacturer before
you operate the product.
Before use, examine the cable for signs of damage or
ageing. If the cable is found to be defective, take the
product to an Authorised Service Centre and have the
cable replaced.
Do not use the product if the electric cables are damaged
or worn.
Immediately disconnect from the mains if the charger
cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch
the electric cable until the cable has been disconnected.
Do not repair a cut or damaged cable. Replace it with
a new one.
Do not carry the product by the cable.
Do not pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the prod-
uct rating label.
Our products are double insulated to EN 60335. Do not
connect an earth to any part of the product.
Check the working area for hidden cables.
Do not use for pond care or close to water.
Personal safety
WARNING! Risk of suffocation!
Small parts can be easily swallowed. There is also a risk
that the polybag can suffocate toddlers. Keep toddlers
away when you assemble the product.
Do not use in explosive atmosphere.
Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
Do not overload the mower.
Use gloves, wear slip resistant shoes and wear eye
protection.
Do not use under wet conditions.
Do not disassemble the product further than the delivery
status.
Only start the mower with an upright standed handle.
Do not use the start levers alternately.
Use the handles carefully.
Safety Cut-Out
The engine is protected by a Safety Cut-Out which is activated when the blade becomes jammed or if the engine is
overloaded. When this occurs, stop and disconnect the
product from the mains. The Safety Cut-Out will only reset
when you release the start/stop lever. Clear any obstruction and wait for a few minutes for the Safety Cut-Out to
reset before you continue to use the product.
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2. ASSEMBLY
Before you do assembly:
WARNING! Risk of physical injury!
Cut injury when the blade turns or the product starts
accidentally.
v Wait for the blade to stop, remove the safety key and use
gloves before you do assembly.
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To connect the lower handle:
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3
ß
H
ß
2
L
M
ß
1
The handle height can be adjusted in 3 positions.
H
•
High.
ß
M
•
Middle.
ß
L
•
Low.
ß
3
1. Turn the lower handle
H
M
L
,
hole
2. Push the screws
3. Put the wing nuts
4. Tighten the wing nuts
or
ß
ß
ß
that the handle hole is inline with the
1
of the height adjusting.
through the holes.
2
on the screws
3
.
3
.
2
To connect the
upper handle:
P
ß
3
2
1
To fix the cable
to the handle:
6
ß
4
3
P
5
3. OPERATION
Before you do operation:
To charge the battery:
1. Put the upper handle
Make sure that the handles are fully in place and the handle
holes are inline.
2. Push the screws
3. Put the plastic washers
4. Tighten the wing nuts
1. Fix the cable
2. Check that the cable
the upper handle.
Cut injury when the blade turns or the product starts
v Wait for the blade to stop, remove the safety key and
use gloves before you attach the battery or transport the
product.
Overvoltage damages the battery and the battery charger.
v Make sure that you use the correct mains voltage.
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WARNING! Risk of physical injury!
accidentally.
CAUTION!
Damage to the battery or the battery charger!
on the lower handle
4
through the holes.
2
P
and the wing nuts
ß
.
3
to the handle with the clip
is not trapped between the lower and
5
6
.
1
on the screws
3
.
.
2
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Before you use the battery the first time, the battery must be fully
charged.
The lithium-ion battery can be charged in any state of charge and
the charging process can be disconnected at any time without to
damage the battery (no memory effect).
0
C
ß
Battery charging indicator:
q
ß
E
9
8
ßL1ßL2ß
B
ß
Control panel:
ß
W
1. Connect the mains cable
2. Connect the mains cable
3. Connect the charger cable
When the charging control lamp
green once per second the battery is being charged.
When the charging control lamp
the battery is fully charged.
For charging time, see 7. TECHNICAL DATA.
4. Check the charge status regularly while you charge.
5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery
the battery charger
Push the Start button
activated
automatic deactivation after 10 minutes without use
on the battery.
ß
to the battery charger
0
to a 230 V mains socket.
0
to the battery
8
C
.
ß
from the mains.
0
L1
,
ß
L1
and
ß
L1
ß
L1
flashing
ß
L1
,
ß
L1
and
ß
L1
lit
ß
L1
flashing
ß
S
on the panel.
ß
Ls
lit green
ß
at the charger flashes
q
at the charger is lit green
q
L2
and
ß
L2
lit,
ß
L2
lit,
flashing
ß
L2
and
ß
L2
lit
ß
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L3
ß
L3
ß
.
lit
L3
flashing
ß
lit
C
.
ß
from
9
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ß
Eco button:
E
W2ßLa
LbLcLd
ß
Le
E
ß
ßß
ß
B2
ßß
S
Push the Eco button
activated
normal mode 3100 rpm no load
Eco mode 2700 rpm no load
Normal operation or Eco mode 3700 rpm high load over 12 A
Under high loads, the motor speed increases automatically to ensure