Operation Manual

Where to Use Your GARDENA PowerMax Mower
The GARDENA mower is designed for cutting lawns
in and around the garden.
Do not use the mower on a slope steeper than 20°
maximum.
To prevent injury, the mower must not be used for
trimming bushes, hedges, shrubs, for cutting and
pruning of climbers or grass on roofs or in balcony
boxes. In addition, the mower must not be used for
chopping up branches, twigs or for levelling
irregularities in the soil.
1. Insert lower handles into the deck and push down
(B1).
2. Using a pozi drive screwdriver insert the screws
into the deck and handles and fully tighten (B2).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When received from the Manufacturer, the wheels are in a raised position. Do not switch
on the product before removing from the raised position into position 5. (See fig A)
Assembly of Lower Handles to Lawnmower
Assembly of Upper Handles to Lower Handles
Powermax 34E only
1. Ensure the upper handle is located correctly with
the lock-off button on the switchbox uppermost.
2. Ensure the upper handle (C1) and the lower
handle (C2) are aligned correctly. There are two
holes for upper handle height adjustment.
3. Fit the bolt (C3), washer (C4) and wing knob (C5).
Tighten the wing knob.
4. Repeat on the other side.
5. Fit the cable to the handles with the clips
provided.
See Contents page for position. Make sure the
cable is not trapped between the upper and lower
handles.
Powermax 37E and 42E only
1. Position the the adjuster bolt (D1) through the
lower handle. Repeat for the other side.
2. Place the tilt adjuster (D2) over the adjuster bolt
and attach it to the lower handle, ensuring that it
clicks into position. Repeat for the other side.
3. Rest the upper handle on the floor as illustrated in
Fig E and locate onto the adjuster bolt on both
sides, ensuring that the attached cable is clipped
into the tilt adjuster (E1).
4. Attach the lock disc (F1) to the adjuster bolt and turn
twice clockwise in the direction of lock symbol (G).
5. Lift the upper handle into user position (H) and
fully tighten the lock disc in the direction of the
lock symbol (G).
6. Fit the cable to the upper and lower handle with
the clips provided (J).
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3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and
wear non-slip footwear.
5. Operate your product across the face of slopes,
never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Make sure you always take up a safe and stable
stance whilst working, especially on slopes. Do
not use the mower close to swimming pools or
garden ponds.
8. Do not walk backwards when operating, you
could trip.
9. Never cut grass by pulling the product towards
you.
10.Switch off before pushing the product over
surfaces other than grass.
11.Never operate the product with damaged guards
or without guards in place.
12.Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when switching
on the motor.
13.Do not tilt product when the motor is running
.
14.Do not put hands near the grass discharge chute.
15.Never pick up or carry a product when it is
operating or still connected to the mains supply.
16.Remove the plug from the mains :
- before leaving the product unattended for any
period;
- before clearing a blockage;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
appliance;
- if you hit an object. Do not use your product until
you are sure that the entire product is in a safe
operating condition.;
- if the product starts to vibrate abnormally. Check
immediately. Excessive vibration can cause
injury.
Maintenance and storage
1. Caution: Do not touch rotating blade(s)
2. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the product is in safe working condition.
3. Check the grassbox frequently for wear or
deterioration.
4. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
5. Only use the replacement parts specified for this
product.
6. Be careful during adjustment of the product to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the machine.
7. Store in a cool dry place and out of reach of
children. Do not store outdoors.
Safety