Skil 0710 RT - Manual (Page 9)

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(in this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary
and tilt only the part which is away from the operator);
always ensure that boths hands are in the operating
position before returning the tool to the ground
• Ensure that the cutting blade is at a complete standstill
when tilting the tool for crossing surfaces other than
grass and when transporting it to and from the area to be
mowed
• Mow across the face of slopes (never up and down)
• Be extremely careful when changing direction on slopes
• Never pick up or carry the lawn mower while the motor is
running
• Always switch off tool and disconnect plug from power
source if the power supply cord or the extension cord is
cut, damaged or entangled (do not touch the cord
before disconnecting the plug)
• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it
replaced by a qualified person
USE
• Cord restraint #
- hook the loop in the extension cord over restraint B as
illustrated
- pull tight to secure the extension cord
• Adjusting cutting height (30-50-70 mm) $
! disconnect plug from power source and ensure
that the cutting blade has stopped rotating
- turn the mower upside down
- locate the front wheel axe as well as the rear wheel
axe into the desired cutting height position (30, 50 or
70 mm)
! ensure that the four wheels are fixed in the same
cutting height position
• On/off safety switch %
Prevents the tool from being switched on accidentally
- switch on tool by first pressing safety switch F and
then pulling trigger switch G
- switch off tool by releasing trigger switch G
! after switching off the tool the blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds
• Operating instructions
- hold the mower with both hands
- place the mower on the edge of the lawn and mow in a
forward direction
- reverse at the end of each turn, slightly overlapping the
previous cut strip
- only use the mower on dry grass
- keep the mower away from solid objects and plants
- for mowing long grass, first set the cutting mechanism
to the maximum cutting height, then to a lower cutting
height
! adjust your walking pace when mowing long
grass
• Storage ^
- for saving substantial storage space fold the tool
handle (using wing nut H 3) and store the tool as
illustrated; empty grass box first
! ensure that the (extension) cord is not trapped
when folding/unfolding the tool handle (do not
drop the handle)
- do not place other objects on top of the mower when
stored
- store the mower indoors in a dry place
MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
• This tool is not intended for professional use
• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially ventilation
slots M 3)
• Clean the mower after each use with a hand brush and a
soft cloth
! do not use water (especially no high-pressure
sprays)
- remove compacted grass cuttings from the blade area
with a wooden or plastic implement
• Regularly check the grass box for wear or damage
• Regularly check for worn or damaged blades and bolts
and have them replaced in sets to preserve balance
• Replacing the cutting blade &
! disconnect plug from power source and remove
grass box J 3
! wear protective gloves
- turn the mower upside down
- remove/mount the cutting blade using spanner K as
illustrated
! only use replacement cutting blades of type
HL 5121
- thoroughly clean the shaft area and the underside of
the tool before mounting the cutting blade
! while mounting the cutting blade ensure that two
holes X perfectly match two nodges Y
• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in
manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be
carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL
power tools
- send the tool undismantled together with proof of
purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service
station (addresses as well as the service diagram of
the tool are listed on www.skil.com)
TROUBLESHOOTING
• The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible
causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify
and correct the problem, contact your dealer or service
station)
! switch off the tool and disconnect the plug before
investigating the problem
★ Tool does not operate
- no power supply -> check power supply (power cable,
circuit breakers, fuses)
- power supply socket faulty -> use another socket
- extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord
- grass too high -> increase cutting height and tilt tool
★ Tool operates intermittently
- extension cord damaged -> replace extension cord
- internal wiring defective -> contact dealer/service
station
★ Tool leaves ragged finish or motor labours
- cutting height cut too low -> increase cutting height
- cutting blade blunt -> replace cutting blade
- underside of tool badly clogged -> clean tool
- blade mounted upside down -> mount blade correctly
★
Cutting blade not rotating
- cutting blade obstructed -> clear obstruction
- blade nut/bolt loose -> tighten blade nut/bolt