Maintenance And Storage - Sabo 40-EL SPIRIT Mode D'emploi

• Always observe the safety distance to the machine which is maintained by the
handlebar.
• In order to avoid the machine slipping when being carried, always hold the
machine by the grip devices provided (carrying handle, housing, handlebar ends or
transverse bar of the lower handlebar section). Do not grasp the machine by the
ejection flap!
• Note the weight of the machine before lifting or carrying it (see technical data).
Lifting heavy weights can lead to health problems.
• Never lift or carry the machine when the engine is running.
• Never use the machine with safety and protective devices damaged or missing.
Missing or damaged safety and protective devices are a safety hazard for both you
and other people.
Safety equipment includes (see chapter Component description):
– Motor stop safety control bar (1)
The lawn mower is equipped with a motor stop device.
During operation and in the event of a hazard, the electric motor is
switched off by releasing the motor stop bar.
The electric motor and the blade must come to a standstill within 3
seconds.
After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the
"component description" diagram.
If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an
authorised workshop.
Risk of injury!
If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take
it to an authorised workshop.
Measuring run-on time
After the electric motor has been started, the blade rotates and a
wind-like noise can be heard.
The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise
after the electric motor has been switched off, it can be measured
using a stopwatch.
The function of the safety control bar must never be put out of
operation.
It is important to make sure that the safety control bar functions
correctly. If this is not the case, have it repaired by an authorised
specialist workshop.
Protective equipment includes (see chapter Component description):
– Housing, grass collecting bag, ejection flap (3).
The protective devices protect the user against objects being ejected at
high speed.
The machine must not be operated with a damaged housing or without
a properly fitted collecting bag or ejection flap on the housing.
– Housing
This protection unit protects against injuries through contact with the
rotating cutting blade bar.
The equipment must not be operated with a damaged housing. Please
make sure that hands and feet are not placed underneath the housing.
– Cover hose at upper part of bar (11), engine hood (5) and engine
bracket (6), switch-plug combination with cable (2, 12), connection
cable, cutting blade screw
This protection unit protects against injuries through contact with
electrical power carrying parts.
The electrical equipment must not be modified.
Damaged connection cables must be replaced. Please use a
connection cable with a minimum quality of
H 05 RN-F (alternatively H05 VV-F) in accordance with DIN/VDE
0282/4.
In accordance with the existing standard DIN EN 60335, an insulation
protection test must be made after repair and maintenance work at
insulation parts.
The safety devices must not be modified.
• Start or operate the starter switch with great care and according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
• During the starting process, do not switch on the drive if available.
When you start the machine, make sure that your feet are at a sufficiently
safe distance away from the cutting blades.
When the engine is started, the machine must not be tilted on end, if
necessary it must be tilted by pressing the guide bar down so that the
cutting tool is pointing in the direction away from the user, but only as far
as absolutely necessary. For as long as the equipment has not been
lowered to the ground again, both your hands must be on the top part of
the bar.
Do not start the engine when persons or animals are standing in front of
the mower.
When using equipment with a side ejector, do not start the engine when
you are standing in front of the ejector channel or other people/animals
are located in the ejection area.
Never put your hands or feet near or under revolving parts. Always make
sure that your hands or feet do not get under the housing. Always
maintain a safe distance from the ejector opening.
Stop the engine by releasing the motor stop bar, pull the plug, make sure
that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill:
– if you intend to leave the machine;
– before inspecting the connection cable;
– before you inspect, clean or carry out work on the machine;
– before unblocking jams or removing blockages in the ejection
channel;
– if a foreign body has been encountered;
– when the machine starts to vibrate strangely.
• If a foreign object has been encountered or if the machine becomes blocked, e.g.
by driving onto an obstacle, a specialist dealer must check whether parts of the
machine have been damaged or deformed. Any necessary repairs must also be
carried out by an authorized specialist workshop.
• If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises,
please have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop.
Heavy vibrations on your hands can damage your health. Please contact an
authorised workshop immediately if heavy vibrations occur.
• WARNING
The noise and vibration levels shown in these operating instructions are the
maximum levels for use of the machine.
The use of an unbalanced cutting element, the excessive speed of movement, or
the absence of maintenance have a significant influence on noise emissions and
vibrations. Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive steps to eliminate
possible damage due to high levels of noise and stress from vibration.
Maintain the machine well, wear ear protection devices, and take breaks while
working.
Adhere to the maintenance work listed in this operating manual and have the
equipment checked and serviced regularly by an authorised workshop.
Switch off the motor by releasing the cutter safety control bar and make
sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop,
– if you have to lift or tilt the machine, e.g. for transport purposes;
– if you transport the machine to and from the mowing surface again
and again;
– when driving outside the lawn;
– if you leave the machine for a short time;
– when you wish to adjust the cutting height;
– before you remove the grass collecting bag;

Maintenance and storage

• Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults.
• Ensure that all screws have been tightened securely and that the machine is in a
safe working condition.
The ejection flap must only be opened and the grass collector removed
when the motor is turned off.
Before you start mowing, always check the grass collecting equipment for
wear or loss of functionality.
Before you start mowing, always check the condition and firm attachment
of the cutting blade. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened
by an authorised workshop since an insulation protection test always has
to be carried out after repairs or maintenance work on insulation parts (e.g.
blade screw) in accordance with the applicable standard DIN EN 60335. A
worn or damaged blade must always be replaced.
Always have the replacement, sharpening or balancing of the blade carried
out by an authorised workshop, since according to the applicable standard
DIN EN 60335, an insulation test must always be carried out following repairs
or maintenance work to insulating components (e.g. blade screws).
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