Spark Plug; Cleaning The Air Filter; Fault Finding - Flymo XL500 Informations Importantes

An oily or carboned spark plug makes starting difficult and
decreases the efficiency of the engine. Periodically remove
the spark plug and clean and adjust when necessary.
Q1 - Air Duct, Q2 - Air Cleaner Body, Q3 - Filter,
Q4 - Latch Tabs, Q5 - Air Cleaner Cover
Never run the engine without a filter or with a dirty filter.
This will greatly reduce engine efficiency and lead to
engine damage.
Your lawnmower is fitted with an Air Cleaner, the
maintenance for which is as follows:-
• Check the filter before each use.
• Clean every 25 hrs or more frequently when
used in dusty areas.
• Replace filter every 200 hrs.
If you do not intend to use your lawnmower for long
periods it is advisable to follow this procedure after
use:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Fully close the fuel tap. (K)
3. Restart the engine.
4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tilt the
lawnmower slightly.
5. Once the engine has stopped, release the Operator
Presence Control.
6. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
7. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.
Cleaning - USE GLOVES
Keep your lawnmower clean - grass clippings
•
left in any of the air intakes, around the engine
or under the deck could become a potential fire
hazard.
Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or
•
solvents - some can destroy critical plastic
parts.
1. Remove grass from under the deck with a piece of
wood or similar.
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from
around the engine and from all air intakes.
3. Remove the fan, See 'Removing and Fitting the
Blade and Fan', and clean with a soft brush.
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry
cloth.
Transporting your Lawnmower
• Turn the fuel tap to the off position and transport
with the engine in a horizontal position.
• Never transport the lawnmower when it is running.
Engine Will Not Start
1. Ensure that the Operator Presence Control is
gripped firmly to the upper handle.
2. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank and
the fuel tap is open
3. Check that the choke control lever is in the correct
position:- 'Run' position (N) - for a hot engine,
'Choke' position (L) - for a cold engine.
4. The engine may have flooded. Remove and dry the

spark plug.

5. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol has
been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol
to filter through.
6. Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose blade bolt
could cause difficult starting.
7. If the engine will still not start - disconnect the spark
plug lead and consult you local approved Service
Centre/Dealer.
Spark Plug
Gap setting 0.028 - 0.031".
Do not remove spark plug when engine is hot. Do not
sand blast the spark plug to clean it.

Cleaning the Air Filter

1. Press the latch tabs on the top of the air cleaner
2. Check the filter is clean and in good condition.
If the filter is dirty:-
3. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a
4. Replace the filter and air cleaner cover.
Caring for your Lawnmower
Storing Your Lawnmower
Turn the fuel tap to the off position and store in a cool,
dry, damp-proof and safe place with the engine in a
horizontal position. Service your lawnmower after the
last cut of the year as follows:-
At the end of the Mowing Season
1. Stop the engine.
2. Fully close the fuel tap. (K)
3. Restart the engine.
4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tilt the
5. Once the engine has stopped, release the Operator
6. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
7. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.
8. Remove the spark plug lead and spark plug. Pour one
9. Clean the air filter. See 'Cleaning the Air Filter'.
10.Renew the blade if it is cracked, damaged or bent.
11. Use only genuine Flymo parts and accessories
12.Clean your lawnmower thoroughly See 'Cleaning'.
13.Your local approved Service Centre/Dealer will
14.Store your lawnmower in a cool, dry, damp-proof

Fault Finding

Poor Flotation or Lack of Power
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Clean the underside of the hood, the air filter, the
3. Check that the engine choke control lever is in the
4. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol has
5. If poor flotation or lack of power persists - disconnect
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Check that the blade is correctly fitted. 'See 'Fitting and
3. If the blade is damaged or worn, renew the blade.
4. If vibration persists - do not use - disconnect the spark
cover and remove the cover.
Tap the air filter several times on a hard surface to remove
dirt, or blow compressed air through the air filter from the
clean side that faces the engine. Never try to brush off dirt.
Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering
the air duct that leads to the carburetor.
lawnmower slightly.
Presence Control.
teaspoon (5ml) of oil through the spark plug hole. Pull the
starting handle 2 or 3 times. This will distribute oil on the
internal surfaces of the engine. Inspect, clean and replace
the spark plug. If a new spark plug is required contact your
local approved Service Centre/Dealer. Do not re-connect
the spark plug lead.
Renew the blade bolt if necessary. See 'Removing
and Fitting the Blade and Fan' for complete
instructions.
specified for this product.
carry out any service or repairs required.
and safe place.
fan, around the engine and the air intakes.
'Run' position. (N)
been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol
to filter through.
the spark plug lead and consult your local approved
Service Centre/Dealer.
Removing the Blade and the Fan'.
plug lead and consult your local approved Service
Centre/Dealer.
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