● Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down
and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn
the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
● Only use the lawn mower for the purpose for which
it is designed, for cutting and collecting grass. Any
other use can be hazardous, causing damage to the
machine.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
● Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
● Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank
inside a building where fumes can reach an open fl ame
or spark.
● Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
● To reduce the fi re hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and petrol storage area free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
● Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
● Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
● If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
WARNING: Do not touch rotating blade.
WARNING: Refuel in a well ventilated area
with the engine stopped.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Petrol is highly fl ammable. Store
fuel in containers specifi cally designed for
this purpose. Refuel outdoors only, before
starting the engine and do not smoke while refueling or
handling fuel. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or
add petrol while the engine is running or when the
engine is hot. If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start
the engine but move the machine away from the area
of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition
until petrol vapors have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
Before tipping the lawn mower to maintain the blade or
drain oil, remove fuel from tank.
WARNING: Never fi ll fuel tank indoors, with
engine running or until the engine has been
allowed to cool for at least 15 minutes after
running.
Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
blade.
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the
engine. Start the mower on a level surface,
free of high grass or obstacles.
Keep hands and feet away from the rotating
parts. Do not start the engine when standing
in front of the discharge opening.
OPERATION PROCEDURES
During operation, tightly hold the stop control handle
with both hands.
Note: During operation, when the stop control
handle is released, the engine will stop and
thus
stopping
operating.
TO STOP ENGINE
CAUTION: The blade continues to rotate for
a few seconds after the engine is shut off.
1. Release the stop control handle to stop the engine
and blade.
GRASS CATCHER
Empty and clean the bag, make sure it is clean and
ensure its meshwork is ventilated.
DECK
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings,
leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to
accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may
prevent proper mulching. The deck may be cleaned by
tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool
(make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Do not at any time make any
adjustment to lawn mower without fi rst
stopping the engine and disconnecting the
spark plug wire.
CAUTION: Before changing mowing height,
stop mower and disconnect spark plug cable.
Your mower is equipped with a central height
adjustment lever offering 7 height positions.
1. Stop mower and disconnect spark plug cable before
changing mower cutting height.
2. The central height adjustment lever offers you 7
different height positions.
3. To change the height of cut, squeeze adjuster lever
toward the wheel, moving up or down to selected
height. All wheels will be in the same height of cut.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
SPARK PLUG
Use only original replacement spark plug. For best
results, replace the spark plug every 100 hours of use.
CLEANING
CAUTION: Do not hose engine. Water can
damage engine or contaminate the fuel
system.
1. Wipe deck with dry cloth.
2. Hose under deck by tilting the mower so that the
spark plug is up.
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