Stopping Engine; Mowing Hints - Solo 582 Manuel D'utilisation

Adjustment of Cutting Height
The mowing height can be adjusted from approx. 30 -
80 mm with a central height adjuster (pos. 16). The
adjustment is simultaneously for all 4 wheels. Turning
the adjuster to the left reduces the cutting height,
turning the adjuster to the right increases the cutting
height. An indicator (pos. 11) shows the cutting height.
Note: Select a cutting height which will not scalp the
lawn in uneven areas. Use the lowest setting only on
level surfaces.
Engine
Before starting the engine, thoroughly
read the attached engine manual as well as
the following notes. Adhering to the
guidelines provided by the manuals ensure
long engine life.
Starting
When starting, always stand to the back or
side of the mower. Maintain the safety dis-
tance provided by the mower handle (pos. 2).
Caution: The mower blade will turn as soon
as the engine starts. Never reach under the
mower housing with your hands or feet.
Note: To be able to start the engine, the engine brake
has to be released by pushing the brake lever against
the handle (see picture 7).
Note: The ignition is short-circuited if, during
starting, the brake bar (item. 1) is not pulled against
the handle bar (item 2). This activates the engine
brake. In this situation, the engine cannot be started
manually.
STARTING MOWER 582
The engine on model 582 is regulated via the control
lever (item 3).
Starting with cold engine, move engine
regulating lever (pos. 3) to choke symbol
Starting with warm engine, move engine regulating
lever (pos. 3) to max. position (see picture 9). Pull
starter rope until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
STARTING MOWER 582 SM
The optimum engine speed for model 582SM is
permanently set, and can therefore not be regulated.
For cold starts or if the fuel tank ran dry, before it was
re-filled, first press the primer (item 17) several times (at
least 3 x). Starting a warm engine requires no
particular adjustments.
- Pull on the starter cord, until resistance is felt – then
pull through in one strong movement. You can begin
mowing as soon as the engine has started.
Note: If the brake lever (pos. 1) is not pushed against
the handle (pos. 2) during the starting procedure , the
ignition is switched off and the engine brake remains
activated. The engine cannot start in that position.

Stopping engine

Move engine regulating lever (pos. 3) to
position "min." (only 582) and release the
engine brake lever (pos. 1).
The engine will now stop (fig. 9).
Note: As soon as the engine brake lever
is released, the electronic ignition is switched off and
the engine and blade will stop within seconds.

Mowing Hints

Always observe the safety notes provided
at the start of the manual.
Mowing with Grass Catcher
Short and dry grass is easily caught in the catcher (pos.
6). A special fan on the underside of the mower pro-
vides a turbo-effect for excellent catching properties of
the mower (see picture 14B).
Please note:
Shorter, dry grass is easier to catch than long, wet grass
which may lead to clogging under certain circumstances.
Quality of Cut
Height of grass, density and dampness determine the
quality of the cut. Dry and not excessively long grass are
ideal for a clean cut. Even wet grass can be mown and
collected. This may, however, affect the quality of the
cut and the ability of the mower to catch the clippings.
A sharp mowing blade is a prerequisite for an excellent
cut. A blunt blade (which will tear and not cut the
grass will turn the lawn yellow) has to be sharpened
(see separate section). Mow at a leisurely walking pace
and in straight lines with slight overlaps. This will give
the cleanest cut.
When cutting long grass, go over the lawn first with a
high blade setting and then again across that direction
with a lower setting (see picture 10).
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