Maintenance - EMAK LRi 44 P Betriebs- Und Wartungsanleitung

rotate towards the battery compartment (Fig.3).
NOTE: be careful to prevent pinching or stretching of the
electric cables.
- Remove the grass catcher.
- Transport the lawnmower with the engine switched off.
WARNING - When transporting the lawnmower on a
vehicle, ensure that it is firmly and securely fastened
using straps or belts. Remove the safety plug (9, Fig.2)
but do not disconnect the battery. The lawnmower must
be transported in the horizontal position, also ensuring
compliance with applicable transport regulations for such
machines.

8. MAINTENANCE

For continued optimal operation of your lawnmower and
for the best mowing results, adhere strictly to the following
maintenance recommendations.
USE ONLY ORIGINAL PARTS
WARNING! Also read the battery and battery charger
instruction and maintenance manual!
WARNING! Before performing any cleaning or repair
procedures, stop the motor, disconnect the battery
and disconnect the safety plug (9, Fig.2).
COOLING THE MOTOR
To avoid overheating and damaging the motor, the cooling air
intake grilles must always be kept clean and free from grass and
debris.
MANAGING THE BATTERY
1. The battery must be stored in environments with
temperatures between 0° and +45°C. If storing the
machine in places where these limits could be exceeded,
remove the battery and store it in a suitable place.
2. During use, the battery is protected against total discharge
by a protective device that switches off the machine and
stops its operation.
3. The battery comes with a protective device that prevents
recharging if the ambient temperature is not between 0°
and +45°C.
4. The battery can be recharged at any time, even partially,
without the risk of damaging it.
MAINTENANCE OF THE CUTTING EQUIPMENT
EXTRA MAINTANANCE ADVISABLE
It is advisable to inspect the machine by a specialized
technician at an authorized service network at the end of
season, if used intensively, and every two years if with normal
use.
WARNING! – Any maintenance operations not
specifically dealt with in this manual must be carried
out by an authorised service centre. To ensure that
your lawnmower continues to function correctly, use only
ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
Any unauthorized changes and/or use of non-
original replacement parts may result in serious
injury or death to the operator or third parties.
Take care when handling the blade. Always wear
protective gloves.
- Clean mower thoroughly after each mowing.
- Keep a sharp edge on the blade.
- A blade without a sharp edge will not make a good cut.
A worn or damaged blade can be dangerous: replace
it.
BLADE (Fig. 19)
WARNING – Work with protective gloves when
checking the condition of the blade. Use caution
because the blades may rotate even when the motor is
not running.
WARNING – Periodically check that the bolt (A) is
tightened to 25 Nm (2.5 kgm).
If the grass mowing becomes unsatisfactory as time goes by,
the blades probably need to be sharpened. A poorly sharpened
blade pulls out the grass and makes the lawn turn yellow. If
the blades are damaged or crooked, they have to be replaced.
- Sharpening the blades is a very delicate operation. If their
perfect balance is not taken into consideration, they can
cause abnormal vibrations that cause the blades to become
loose, with consequent danger for the operator.
- The blades must be assembled with the right angle.
Erroneous assembly can cause incorrect tightening, with
consequent loosening of the blades when working, with
dangerous consequences for the operator.
This is why the blades must be balanced and replaced by one
of our Authorised Assistance Centres.
WA R N I N G : N e v e r r e p a i r d a m a g e d c u t t i n g
attachments by welding, straightening or modifying
the shape. This may cause parts of the cutting tool to
come off and result in serious or fatal injuries.
WARNING – Always also replace the bolt (A).
GRASS CATCHER
Stop the motor and remove the safety plug (9, Fig.2)
before removing the grass catcher or cleaning the
grass discharge chute.
Frequently check to ensure the grass catcher is fitted correctly
and is not damaged. Check that the openings in the grass
catcher grille are not clogged; if necessary, wash the grass
catcher with water and allow it to dry completely before
refitting it. If you work with a damaged grass catcher or with
the openings in the grille clogged, its capacity will be
reduced.
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