ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL 40V 42CM CORDLESS MOWER WITH 2 BATTERIES S4042X2CR Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your mower, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
SPEAR & JACKSON SINCE 1760 For more than 250 years gardeners have enjoyed high quality performance and great results using Spear & Jackson tools. Our garden power tools combine continuous innovation and the latest in manufacturing technologies with a proud heritage. Each product is carefully designed with performance, comfort and durability firmly in mind, which has earned Spear & Jackson an enviable reputation as a maker of tools to trust.
CONTENTS Warning Symbols........................................................................................................................ 4 General Safety Information....................................................................................................... 6 Specific Safety Information..................................................................................................... 12 Battery Safety Information...........................................................................
WARNING SYMBOLS The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and on the product. They indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembling and operating the machine. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. Do not expose, store or operate the equipment in damp environments. Do not work in the rain and do not cut wet grass. Take extra care, beware of hazards.
WARNING SYMBOLS Do not subject the battery to direct sunlight over long periods and do not leave it on or near a heat source (max. 60°C). Recycle electrical waste products in an environmentally safe way where facilities exist. Only use the battery charger indoors. T/3.15A Fuse Electrical appliances must not be disposed of with the domestic waste. The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT! When using equipment, the following safety precautions must be followed to avoid injuries and damage: • Read all operating instructions carefully and comply with them. It is important to understand these instructions and to acquaint yourself with the machine, its correct usage and all safety requirements. • Keep this manual in a safe place so that the information is available to the operator at all times.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION • Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. • While operating the mower always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open toed sandals. Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or ties. • Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the mower.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the machine to and from areas to be mowed. • Never operate the mower with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass collector, in place. • Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s). • Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching the motor on, except if the machine has to be tilted for starting in long grass.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION − After striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the mower. • If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately): − inspect for damage, − replace or repair any damaged parts, − check for and tighten any loose parts. • In order to avoid contact with the blade or injury caused by a thrown object, ensure you maintain a safe operating distance, and keep children and bystanders at least 15 m (50 ft.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION frequently for wear or deterioration. • Be careful during adjustment of the mower to prevent entrapment of fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine. • Always allow the mower to cool down before storing. • Stop the mower, remove the safety key and battery, and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the collection bag or carrying out maintenance. The cutting blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION from vibration emission if the machine is being used over long periods of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained. - Injuries and damage to property due to broken application tools or sudden impact of hidden objects during use.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INFOMRATION BATTERY SAFETY INFOMRATION CAUTION Use only Spear & Jackson® approved replacement batteries; other batteries may cause injury or damage to the mower. • Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. Incorrect use may result in electric shock, overheating or leakage of corrosive liquid from the battery.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INFOMRATION reduce the risk of electric shock. • For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 4°C but less than 40°C. • Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INFOMRATION CHARGER SAFTEY INFORMATION CAUTION Use only Spear & Jackson® approved replacement batteries; other batteries may cause injury or damage to the mower. Use with Spear & Jackson® 40V 4.0Ah Lithium-lon battery. • The plug of the charger must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock. • Ensure the battery pack is charged indoors only, in a dry, cool and well ventilated environment.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INFOMRATION during the charging process could pose a fire hazard. • Do not abuse the cord of the charger. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the charger. • Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. • Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock. If damaged, immediately discontinue use.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INFOMRATION given supervision or instruction concerning use of the charger by a person responsible for their safety. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the charger. NOTE: Repeatedly charging small capacities may damage the battery cells. Recharge the battery only if the appliance is becoming low on power.
IN THE BOX PARTS 1 Upper handle 2 Switch Lever 3 7 Quick Release Lever (x4) Upper Cover of Grass Collection Bag 12 Rear Wheel 18 Cable Clip 13 Front Wheel 19 Safety Button Deck 20 Charger Battery Compartment Cover 21 Battery (x2) 22 Mulching Plug 8 Deflector Guard 14 9 Lower Cover of Grass Collection Bag 15 4 Cable Guide 5 Lower Handle 10 Carry Handle 16 6 Grass Collector Handle 11 Cutting Height Adjustment Handle Isolator Key 17 Grass Collection Full Indicator 1
ASSEMBLY 1 Unpacking i. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface. ii. Remove all packing materials and shipping devices if applicable. iii. Make sure the delivery contents are complete and free of any damage. If you find that parts are missing or show damage do not use the product but contact the after sales helpline within 28 days of purchase. Using an incomplete or damaged product represents a hazard to people and property. iv.
ASSEMBLY 3 Fix the upper handle Fit the upper handle and lower handle together with the quick release levers. Before fitting the quick lever, check and ensure the cable guide is attached on the upper handle. If not, attach the cable guide on the upper handle as shown. Ensure the hole on the cable guide is aligned with the hole on the upper handle. Insert the bolt through the inside of the lower handle, cable guide and upper handle assembly. Secure the washerand the quick release lever to the bolt as shown.
ASSEMBLY 5 Assemble the grass collection bag i. Insert the handle in the slots on the upper cover of grass collection bag. Ensure this securely ‘clicks’ into place. ii. Secure the metal support rods into the fixing position on either side of the grass collection base. Ensure the side clamping sleeves are properly fixed onto the metal support frame. 1 2 iv. Ensure the mulching plug is removed from the lawnmower before fitting the grass collection bag.
PREPARATION 1 2 Check battery capacity Push and hold the power indicator located on the battery pack to show the remaining battery capacity. The battery is equipped with a charge-level indicator panel which indicates its current charge condition. This charge-level indicator panel consists of 4 LEDs. The charge level indicator LEDs go out after releasing the button. The battery’s charge level can be checked either when the battery is fitted on the machine or removed from the machine.
PREPARATION iii. The indicator lights on the charger show the charger status: Symbol Indicator lights Status Red, flashing Charging paused see instructions below. Red, continuous Connected to power supply Green, flashing Charging Green, continuous Fully charged The intelligent charger measures the charge level of the battery and charges the battery accordingly with the required current and voltage based on battery temperature and voltage. This ensures maximum battery life.
PREPARATION 3 Continuous runtime i. This lawn mower is supplied with two battery packs for your convenience and to increase the run time during operation providing an almost unlimited run time to cut over 1200m2. To utilise the continuous runtime feature, ensure both batteries are fully charged before first operation. ii. Once the first battery becomes depleted during operation, the second battery can be installed, replacing the used battery to continue mowing. iii.
OPERATION Setting the cutting heights IMPORTANT! Set the cutting height only when the motor is switched off and the battery pack has been removed. Stop the machine, release the switch lever, remove the isolator key and wait until the blade stops before adjusting the cutting height. Remember, the blade may continue to rotate after the machine is switched off. A rotating blade can cause injury. CAUTION! Do not touch rotating blades.
OPERATION Switching on 2 I i. Press and hold the safety button (1). ii. Pull the switch lever towards the handle and hold in position (2). iii. Release the safety button. 1 Switching off O Release the switch lever. Grass collection full indicator i. If the grass collection bag is empty or it is not full with grass, the grass full indicator flap will remain open. GO STOP ii. If the grass collection bag is full with grass, the grass full indicator will close.
OPERATION Battery indicator panel • A battery indicator panel is located on the switch box, and can be used to indicate the current battery status. • Push the indicator button to check the battery status, 4 lights indicate a fully charged battery, 1 light indicates the battery needs to be charged.
OPERATION Using as a mulcher Do not attach the grass collection bag and the mulching plug at the same time. The mulching plug allows the grass clippings to be deposited back on the lawn during cutting. To install the mulching plug: i. Lift the deflector guard and detach the grass collection bag. ii. Lift and hold the deflector guard up with one hand. iii. With other hand grasp the mulching plug by its upright handle and insert the plug into the rear discharge chute.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! Always switch the product off, remove the battery pack and isolator key and let the product cool down before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! i. Keep the underbody and cutting blade clean and free of debris. Remove clippings from the discharge chute. ii. Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust. Wipe the equipment with a soft brush or blow with compressed air at low pressure. iii.
MAINTENANCE Storage WARNING! To avoid damage to the cable, ensure thepower cable is not caught between the folding sections. i. Switch the product off and remove the battery and isolator key. ii. Clean the product as described in the above maintenance section. iii. To reduce storage space, the upper handle and lower handle can be folded, unlock the quick release levers and turn anti-clockwise to loosen and release the handles. Transportation i.
TECHNICAL DATA Model S4042X2CR Max Voltage No load speed 40V 3100-3300-3500 /min Cutting width 42cm Height of cut 22/32/42/52/62/72mm Grass collector capacity 40L Net weight 15.4Kg Charger Model no. Charger input Charger output Charging period (battery fully discharged) Permitted charging temperature range (for charger) Weight of charger 40LFC01 220-240V 50/60Hz 145W 40V 3.0A 60min -5°C~50°C 0.77kg Insulation protection of charger Battery pack Model no.
TECHNICAL DATA Sound values Sound pressure level LPA: 82dB(A) Sound power level LWA: 92.6dB(A) Uncertainty K: 2.12dB(A) Guaranteed sound power level LWA: 96dB(A) Vibration values Hand arm vibration ah: 2.5m/s² The sound values have been determined according to noise test code given in EN 60335-2-77, using the basic standards EN ISO 11201 and EN ISO 3744. The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 80 dB(A) and ear protection measures are necessary.
TROUBLESHOOTING Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the user can fix by themselves. Therefore, check the product using this section. In most cases the problem can be solved quickly. WARNING! Only perform the steps described within these instructions! All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed by a qualified specialist. Gloves and appropriate protective clothing must be worn when performing these operations.
TROUBLESHOOTING Fault Possible Cause Solution Increase the height of cut and walk slower. Increase the height of cut and walk slower. Wait until the grass is dry and walk slower. Increase the height of cut, walk slower and cut more frequently. Switch off the garden product and clear obstruction (always wear gardening gloves). Tighten the blade nut/bolt (17 Nm). Tighten the blade nut/bolt (17 Nm). Replace the blade. Clean the battery contacts (e.g.
GUARANTEE If your device develops a fault, please don’t hesitate to contact our after sales support on 0345 605 2068, the majority of problems can be solved directly on the phone. 1. These warranty terms cover additional warranty rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. This product is covered by a 3 year manufacturer warranty. 2. Claims must be accompanied by proof of purchase.
