flow of air is reduced and the anti-dust
screen drops down onto the grass catcher
bag.
Emptying the grass catcher bag:
Risk of injury!
Always disengage the mowing
blade before emptying. (
Take weight into account!
A completely filled grass catcher
bag can weigh up to 22 kg.
Avoid damage to the machine!
Always empty the grass catcher
bag in good time in order to prevent
the mowing channel from becoming
obstructed. Obstructions can block
the mowing blade and lead to
unnecessary wear of the blade
brake clutch.
● Disengage the mowing blade. (
● Detach the grass catcher bag. (
● Hold the grass catcher bag by
handle (2) and nylon strap (3) sewn
onto the back and empty it.
● Attach the grass catcher bag again.
(
7.7)
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11. Maintenance
Risk of injury!
Carefully read the section "For your
safety" (
10.3)
subsection "Maintenance and
repairs" (
safety instructions exactly before
performing any maintenance or
cleaning operations on the
machine.
11.1 Cleaning the machine
10.3)
Maintenance interval:
7.7)
After each use
Care of the machine will protect it against
damage and extend its service life.
Never spray water (high-pressure cleaner)
onto engine components, seals, electrical
parts or bearing points. This may result in
damage and expensive repairs.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents.
These cleaners can damage plastics and
metals, impairing the safe operation of
your VIKING machine.
If you are unable to remove the dirt with
water using a brush or a cloth, VIKING
recommends the use of a special cleaner
(e.g. STIHL special cleaner).
Detach accumulated cutting deposits in
the housing and in the ejection chute
beforehand using a stick.
4.), particularly the
4.7), and follow all
Detach the spark plug
socket before performing
any maintenance or
cleaning operations.
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Avoid damage to the machine!
Clean the housing, all covers and
the area around the engine as well
as the mowing blade with particular
care.
Cleaning position:
● Park the machine on level, flat and solid
ground.
● Remove the grass catcher bag. (
● Close the tank ventilation screw.
(
7.5)
● Set the highest cutting height at the left
and right rear wheels. (
● Remove screw (1) together with
washer (2).
● Lift handlebar until recess (3) is above
bore (4) in the housing.
● Install screw (1) with washer (2) firmly
enough that the handlebar is securely
fixed in the service position.
● Lift up the machine at the front, open
the discharge flap and fold down the
handlebar to the rear. Check that the
machine is stable.
After cleaning, set the machine on all four
wheels, return the handlebar to the
working position and set the desired
cutting height.
11.2 Wheels
The wheel bearings are maintenance-free.
7.7)
7.3)
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