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the oil filler pipe and tilt the mower
so that the old oil can run out into
a collector. Dispose of the old oil
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properly according to local regula-
tions. Stand your mower so that it
is horizontal again and fill with
motor oil 10 W 30 (see Putting
Your Lawnmower into Operation).
Clean and Check the Spark Plug
Clean dirty spark plugs with a
brass brush and rag. Check the
electrode gap.
Specified value:
For Briggs & Stratton motor:
0.75 mm,
For Honda motor:
0.7 – 0.8 mm.
If the spark plug is extremely worn,
install a new spark plug.
Clean the Air Filter
Briggs & Stratton Motor
Warning! The air filter must
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be cleaned every 3 months
or after 25 operating hours,
whichever comes first. If the filter
becomes very dusty it must be
cleaned more frequently.
Remove the bolt, pull the complete
air filter housing to the side or for-
wards. Please make sure that for-
eign objects cannot fall into the
carburettor. Then lift off the cover
upwards.
Disassemble the complete air filter
and clean all the parts.
Maintaining the Foam Element:
Wash the foam element in liquid
detergent and water (replace with
a new foam element if it is very
dirty or damaged). Press dry in a
clean cloth. Soak the foam element
in motor oil. Press out in a clean
cloth to remove the excess oil.
10. Troubleshooting
General
Faults usually only occur if you do
not operate, care for and maintain
your lawnmower properly. The
following table contains the most
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Install all the parts again in the
reverse order and fasten securely
to the carburettor with a bolt.
Honda Motor
Warning! Check the dry
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filter every 10 operating
hours.
Replace the dry filter after every
50 operating hours. If the filter
is very dusty it must be cleaned or
replaced more frequently.
Unclip the tabs. Remove the
complete air filter cover to the
side or upward. Please make
sure that foreign objects cannot fall
into the carburettor. Then remove
the filter element.
Knock out the complete air filter
insert and clean all the parts.
Reinstall all the parts in the reverse
order.
Clean the Cooling Air Paths
Clean the cooling ribs and air grille
to remove mowing residue.
Warning! You must allow
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the motor to cool. Some
areas on the surface of the motor
become very hot.
Servicing the Motor
You should take your lawnmower to
be checked at an authorised repair
shop every 2 – 3 years to ensure
that the motor is running properly
(have the valves adjusted, etc.).
Care
The easiest way to remove dirt
and grass cuttings is directly after
mowing. Unplug the spark plug
connector and tilt the lawnmower
so that it is not resting on the spark
plug side / carburettor side. Clean
your lawnmower with a brush and
cloth.
common faults and remedies to
rectify these faults. If you encounter
any other faults, please contact
your closest service centre author-
ised by the manufacturer or an
authorised specialist dealer.
Always keep the handle catch
clean. Remove grass cuttings from
the handle retainer if necessary.
Storage
Warning! Allow the motor
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to cool before carrying your
lawnmower and storing it indoors.
Never store your lawnmower with
petrol in the fuel tank in a building
where the petrol vapours could
come into contact with a naked
flame or sparks.
Always store your lawnmower
indoors. This brillencio lawnmower
has a folding handle designed for
compact storage. Simply tilt the
multi-function box so it is open and
store the grass catcher on the lawn-
mower.
Warning! Make sure
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that you do not trap the
Bowden cables when folding
and unfolding the lawnmower
handle.
Notes on Storage (Wintering)
If you are planning to store
your motor longer than 30 days,
empty the tank outdoors before
storing and soak up the remaining
petrol with a lint-free cloth. Then
allow the motor to run until it stops
due to a lack of fuel.
Unscrew the spark plug, pour
1 tablespoon of motor oil into the
cylinder. Turn the motor by slowly
pulling the starter handle so that
the oil is distributed then screw the
spark plug back in.
When you have removed dirt and
mowing residue we recommend
that you clean your lawnmower
with a preservative product.
Warning! Repairs that
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require specialist knowledge
must only be carried out by an
authorised specialist.