Gtech CLM001 Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

2016

Cordless Lawn Mower

Model number: CLM001

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:

IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.

WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when

using an electrical appliance to reduce the risk of re, electrical shock or
serious injury.

Personal Safety:

• Only use the mower on grass and

lawns, as described in this manual.

• Keep out of reach of children and
animals at all times.

• Only use in daylight or good articial
light.

• Do not use while there are other
people, especially children, nearby.

• Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating the mower.

• Do not use the mower while you are
tired or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. This may result
in serious personal injury.

• Always be aware of your
surroundings and stay alert for
possible hazards.

• Use protective personal equipment
such as safety glasses, non-skid
safety shoes, sturdy gloves to reduce
the risk of personal injury.

• Do not operate when barefoot or
wearing open toed shoes.

• Dress appropriately. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery and keep
hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts.

• Mow across slopes, not up and
down, taking care when changing
direction.

• Always be sure of your footing on
slopes or in slippery conditions.

• Do not use on excessively steep
slopes.

• Take particular care when reversing with
the mower or pulling it towards you.

• Never touch the rotating blade.

• Do not stand in front of the protective
ap when opened.

• Do not open the protective ap while
the motor is running.

• Never operate the mower over gravel,
as this risks icking stones.

• Check the area where the mower is
to be used and remove any objects
that could jam or be thrown by the
mower, such as stones and sticks.

• Avoid operating the mower on wet
grass.

• Check the grass box regularly for any
wear and deformation.

• Do not use the mower without the
grass box or other protective guards
in place.

• Never operate the mower with
damaged guards or without the
guards in place.

• Visually check the cutting tools and
their fasteners for any damage before
each use.

• To prevent imbalance, any damaged
or worn-out parts should be replaced
in sets only.

• When operating the mower ensure
that both hands are correctly
positioned on the handle.

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• Only start the mower when your feet are
a safe distance from the cutting blade.

• Do not tilt the mower when starting
the motor.

• Do not operate the mower if it is
incomplete or has unauthorised
modications.

• Keep all body parts, especially hands
and feet, away from the blade at all
times.

• Warning, the blade will continue to
move after the motor is switched off.

• Ensure that the blade has fully
stopped and activation key has been
removed before :

- leaving the mower

- clearing a blockage

- adjusting the cutting height

- emptying the grass box

- lifting or carrying the mower

- tilting the mower to move

- checking or cleaning the mower

- carrying out any maintenance

• If the mower vibrates intensively, stop
the motor fully and identify the cause.

• The operator is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to
other people at their property.

• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience or knowledge.

• Never modify the mower in any way.

Electrical safety:

• Do not operate the mower in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Mowers create sparks,
which may ignite the dust and fumes.

• Do not use the mower when a
thunderstorm is approaching.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes.
There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.

• Do not expose the mower to rain or
wet conditions.

• Do not handle the charger or the
mower with wet hands.

• Before charging check the power
supply and charger cables for signs
of damage or ageing.

• Do not expose the mower to
temperatures exceeding 80ºC, or
leave the mower in direct sunlight or
in the hot boot of a car for prolonged
periods.

Battery safety:

• Do not attempt to use the charger
with any other product or to charge
this product with any other charger.

• Do not use the charger in moist or
wet conditions or outdoors.

• Disconnect the cable connectors by
pulling the plug only, never the cable.

• Do not use a damaged charger.

• Never cover the ventilation slots.

• Never open the charger. In case of
defect, contact Gtech.

• This product contains Li-Ion batteries.
Do not incinerate batteries or expose
to high temperatures, as they may
explode.

• Do not charge the battery when the
surrounding air temperature or the
battery pack is below 0°C or above
40°C.

• After heavy use or in high
temperatures the battery may
become warm. Allow the product to
cool for 30 minutes before charging.

• Use only with the battery pack
supplied.

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• Leaks from battery cells can occur
under extreme conditions. If the liquid
gets on your skin wash immediately
with soap and water. If the liquid
gets into your eyes, ush them
immediately with cold water for a
minimum of 10 minutes and seek
urgent medical attention.

• Protect the battery against excessive
temperatures and re.

• Do not store the battery outside for
prolonged periods of time over the
winter months.

• Do not dispose of the battery pack
into household waste, re or water.
Battery pack should be collected,
recycled or disposed of in an
environmentally friendly manner.
Discharge your battery pack by
operating your Cordless Lawn Mower.
Remove the battery pack from
the housing and cover the battery
pack connections with heavy duty
ventilation tape to prevent a short
circuit and energy discharge. Do not
attempt to open or remove any of the
components.

Service:

• Do not use the mower if the switch
does not turn it on or off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled by the
switch is dangerous and must be
removed or replaced.

• Before any servicing and cleaning
take out the activation key and
remove the battery.

• Check all visible xing screws and
nuts, especially on the cutter bar, to
ensure they are tightened properly.

• Do not keep the mower in a damp
room.

• Before using the the mower and after
any impact, check for signs of wear
and damage and repair or replace as
necessary.

• Use only genuine replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
the mower is maintained.

• Do not attempt to repair any
damaged parts on the mower unless
you are qualied to do so.

Intended Use:

• This product is intended for
DOMESTIC USE ONLY.

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Warning Label Descriptions

Warning/Caution.

Remove activation key before ser­vicing and cleaning.

Beware of servering toes or hands.
Do not put hands or feet near a
rotating blade.

Dangerous voltage.

Read the instruction manual.

Keep bystanders at a safe distance
(at least 5m).

Caution: Wait until blades stop
rotating when stopped.

Always keep the lawnmower on the
ground when mowing.
Tilting or lifting the lawnmower may
cause stones to be thrown out.

Do not mow in the rain or leave the
lawnmower outdoors while raining.

Do not dispose of Li-Ion battery
with general household waste.

Grass bin empty. Grass bin full.

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96 dB

Guaranteed Sound Power Level

• Please read this manual carefully. Familiarise yourself thoroughly with the
controls and proper use of this machine. You should know how the machine
works and how to immediately switch it off.

• Never let children use this mower. Never let adults work with this mower if not
properly trained.

• Do not let any persons, especially small children or pets near you while
mowing.

• Take care not to slip or fall while mowing.

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PRODUCT SERIAL NUMBER:

You can nd this on the underside of your product

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What’s in the box

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Grass Box

Filling indicator

Charger

Starter Release Button

Activation Lever

Protective Flap

Cutting Height Adjustment

Handle Adjustment Button

Handle Latch Bar

Activation Key

Battery

State Of Charge Indicator

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