Before You Start; Using Your Reel Mower - Masport Olympic Reel Mowers 400 Manuel D'utilisation

FINISHING CABLE INSTALLATION.
Try folding the upper handle to ensure the cables are not being
strained. If necessary re-route cables that are unduly stressed..
When the cables are satisfactorily routed secure them in place using
the cable ties provided.

Before you start

Important!
The engine is shipped WITHOUT FUEL or OIL. After
assembly, service the engine with petrol and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your machine.
Be sure that...
• The operator reads and understands this manual,
• The daily maintenance checks have been properly carried out
and the mower is in good working order.
• The operator wears safe clothing and eye protection. Failure to
do so could result in damage and risk to health and safety
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
OPC (OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL) BAIL
Only some models are fitted with this feature. This control is located
on the top of the handle bar. It is used to stop the engine quickly
when the operator releases the OPC bail. To start the engine, you
must move the bail back and hold it against the handle bar. This
allows the engine to be started. When you release the OPC bail the
engine will automatically shut off.
Roller Clutch
Bail
Throttle control
lever
Warning
If the OPC mechanism is not adjusted correctly or is damaged the
engine will continue to run after the OPC bail is released.
In this situation, do not use the mower. Contact your local servicing
specialist.
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
The throttle control lever is located in the centre of the upper
handle. It controls the engine speed which governs how fast the
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machine is propelled forward. As engine speed rises a centrifugal
clutch automatically engages to drive the cutting reel. At idle the
cutting reel automatically stops.
OPC cable anchor clips
into hole on the upper
side of the handle
ROLLER CLUTCH BAIL
The roller clutch lever is behind the upper handle cross bar and is
spring loaded to the disengaged position. When engaged the mow-
er moves forward. Move the bail towards the handlebar to engage
the drive to the rear roller. Release the lever to stop the mower.
RECOIL PULL START HANDLE
Refer to the engine owner's handbook for details.
CLEAR THE AREA TO BE MOWN
Before commencing mowing, ensure the lawn is free from obstruc-
tions, such as stones, etc. Contact with objects of this type may
damage the cutting reel and bottom blade.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Ensure the roller clutch bail is in the disengaged position before
starting the engine. Turn the ignition switch (if fitted) to the 'ON'
position.
Starting Procedure
If the engine has not been running recently move the choke control
to the 'ON'/
the carburettor, refer engine owner's manual.
Stand to the right of the mower, grasp the starter grip, pull slowly
until a resistance is felt and then pull forcefully to prevent kick-back.
OPC Bail
Repeat until the engine starts. Do not pull the cord with a jerk or
Some models only
release it until fully rewound.—When the engine starts and has
warmed up for a short time, move the choke to the 'OFF' position
and throttle control to the desired speed. Should the engine not
start due to 'flooding', move the Choke control to 'OFF' and pull the
starter six times to clear the flooding.
After allowing the engine a few moments to warm up, mowing may
commence by setting the throttle lever so the engine is running suf-
ficiently fast to engage the automatic clutch. Then engage the roller
clutch by moving the Roller clutch bail forward to the handlebar.
Adjust the throttle to achieve a comfortable walking pace and guide
the machine in the desired direction.
To stop the machine, release the Roller clutch bail. Then reduce the
engine speed.
Note!
The engine speed dictates the speed the mower is
propelled as well as the speed of the cutting reel.

Using your reel mower

position. The choke is on the side of the engine by
Important!
OPC Models Only. To start the engine on these models,
you must move the bail back and hold it against the
handle bar, then follow the starting procedures below.
This allows the engine to be started. If you release the
OPC bail the engine will automatically shut off again.
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