Cutting Means Maintenance - ST EP 414 Manuel D'utilisation

taining or adjusting the machine.
2) A ccurately wash the machine with water after cutting;
remove grass debris and mud accumulated in the chas-
sis to prevent it from drying and causing problems the
next time the lawnmower is used.
3) I f accessing the lower part is necessary, only tilt the ma-
chine on the side indicated in the engine manual, fol-
lowing the relevant instructions, making sure that the
machine is perfectly stable before performing any in-
terventions..
4) Do not drip petrol onto the plastic parts of the engine or
the machine to prevent damaging them and remove all
traces of spilled petrol immediately. The warranty does
not cover damage to plastic parts caused by petrol.

4.1 Cutting means maintenance

It is best if all interventions on the cutting means are done
at a specialised Centre that has the most appropriate tools
and equipment.
Only cutting means bearing the code indicated in the table
on page ii must be used on this machine.
Given product evolution, the above mentioned cutting
means may be replaced in time with others having similar
interchangeable and operating safety features.
5. DIAGNOSTICS
What to do if ....
Problem description
1. The petrol-driven lawnmower doesn't work
No oil or fuel in the engine
The spark plug and filter
are not in good condition
The lawnmower's fuel tank
was not emptied at the end
of the previous season
2. The cut grass is not collected in the grass catcher
The cutting means has
received a knock
The inside of the chassis
is dirty
3. Mowing is difficult
The cutting means is not in
good condition
4. The machine starts to vibrate abnormally
Corrective Action
Check the oil and petrol
levels
Clean the spark plug and
filter which may be dirty or
replace them
The float may be blocked;
tilt the lawnmower on the
carburettor side
Have the cutting means
sharpened or replace it.
Check the fins that direct
the grass towards the
grass catcher
Clean the inside of the
chassis to ease the grass
discharge towards the
grass catcher
Have the cutting means
sharpened or replace it
Damaged or loose parts
For any doubts or problems, please do not hesitate to con-
tact your nearest Customer Service Centre or Your Dealer.
EN - 5
Stop the machine and
disconnect the spark plug
cable
Inspect for damage
Check for and tighten any
loose parts
Have all checks, repair
work and replacements
carried out by a specialized
Centre only.