Customer Responsibilities - WEIBANG WB386HC-M Mode D'emploi

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine.
Engine holds approximately 0.6L refer to engine
manufacturers specifications in engine hand book.
For type and grade of oil to use, see ENGINE
in Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.
1.Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill
is clean.
2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the
dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate
reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap,
then remove it to read the dipstick.
3.Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed.
Fill to full line on dipstick.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or
each season. You may need to change the oil more
often under dusty, dirty conditions.
ADD GASOLINE
NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard
the debris plug that is inside the tank.
Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline with a minimum of 87 octants. Do not mix
oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that
can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
WARNING:Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol
or using ethanol or methanol) can att-
ract moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel
system should be emptied before storage of
30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See storage instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank fill-
er neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a
small amount of smoke may be present during the
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initial use of the product and should be considered
normal.
1.To start a cold engine, push primer three times be-
fore trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not
usually necessary when starting an engine, which
has already run for a few minutes.
2.Move throttle control lever to fast position.
3.Hold operate presence control bar down to the han-
dle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow
starter rope to snap back.
CAUTION: If the engine fails to start in 30
second after repeated starting operation
by pulling the starter knob, please stop
your operation and check the causes. See
trouble shooting.
TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, release operator presence control Bar.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to re-
peat priming steps. In warmer weather over priming
may cause flooding and engine will not start. If you
do flood engine, wait a few minutes before attempting
to start and do not repeat priming steps.
MOWING TIPS
Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass,
it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to re-
duce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It may
also be necessary to reduce ground speed and /or
run the lawn mower over the area a second time.
For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of
cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
For better grass bagging and most cutting condi-
tions, the engine speed should be set in the fast position.
Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled
with dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect
less grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using.
Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean
of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air
flow and extend engine life.
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMAN-
CE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF
BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE
CLEANING IN CUSTOMER RESPON-
SIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
(for 3in1/2in1 mower) .
The special mulching blade will re-cut the grass
clippings many times and reduce them in size so that
as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.
Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed,
as this will provide the best re-cutting action of the
blades.
Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass
tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching
action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the
newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.
For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting
height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top
one-third of the grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown
it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
BEFORE AFTER
AS YOU COMPLETE
EACH USE EACH USE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check for loose fasteners
Clean/Inspect Grass
Catcher (If Equipped)
M
O Clean Lawnmower
W
Clean Under Drive
E Cover (Power-
Propelled Mowers)
R
Check/Sharpen/
Replace Blade
Lubrication Chart
Change Engine Oil
Check Engine Oil Level 1 2
E
N
Clean Air Filter
G
Inspect Muffler
I
Clean or replace Spark
N
Plug
E
Replace Air Filter Paper
Cartridge
1 Change more often when operating under a heavy
load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty
conditions.
3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy
soil.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items
that have been subjected to operate or abuse or negli-
gence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain mower as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically
to properly maintain your unit.All adjustments in the
pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by over-
lapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
Certain types of grass and grass conditions may
require that an area be mulched a second time to
completely hide the clippings. When doing a second
cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.
Change your cutting pattern from week to week.
Mow north to south one week then change to east to
west the next week. This will help prevent matting and
graining of the lawn.
EVERY EVERY 25HOURS BEFORE SERVICE
10 HOURS OR EVERY SEASON STORAAGE DATES
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Service and Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
lOnce a year, replace the spark plug, clean or replace
air filter element and check blade for wear. A new
spark plug and clean/new air filter element assures
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run
better and last longer.
lFollow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
WARNING: MAKE SURE DOING ALL
OPERATIONS WHEN THE ENGINE
STOPPED.
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