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upper part of the handlebar. As soon as the safety control bracket is released,
this returns to its original position under spring force, the motor brake is
actuated, and the motor and blade come to stop within three seconds.
Manual start without electro-start (Illustration D + E )
– Push and hold the safety control bar (1) on the top tube (2) D .
– Slowly pull the starter cable (3) until resistance is felt, then rapidly pull it out E –
the engine begins to run, slowly recoil the cable.
NOTE
This engine has a ReadyStart system: This system has a temperature-controlled
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automatic choke. The engine runs with optimum power at maximum speed, which is
required for a clean cutting pattern (engine speed = blade speed).
Electro-start models (Illustration D + P4 + E )
– Push and hold the safety control bar (1) on the top tube (2) D .
– Turn the ignition key (4) clockwise up to the limit stop, for so long until the engine
starts running P4 .
NOTE
To ensure a long service life of the battery and starter, the starting process should
never be longer than 5 seconds.
NOTE
This engine has a ReadyStart system: This system has a temperature-controlled
®
automatic choke. The engine runs with optimum power at maximum speed, which is
required for a clean cutting pattern (engine speed = blade speed).
NOTE
Should the electric starter be defective at some point, then the engine can also be
started manually.
– Push and hold the safety control bar (1) on the top tube (2) D .
– Slowly pull the starter cable (3) until resistance is felt; then rapidly pull it out E –
the engine begins to run, slowly recoil the cable.
11 SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE (ILLUSTRATION F + P4 )
– Release the safety control bar (1) F .
– Remove the ignition key (4) (only for electro-start) P4 .
12 EMERGENCY STOPPING
Release the safety control lever.
– The blade will stop.
– The engine will stop.
NOTE
Before every mowing job, make sure that the safety control bar for the engine
brake is working perfectly.
– when the safety control bar is released, the engine and cutter bar must come
to a standstill within three seconds.
If this is not the case, please consult your nearest authorised workshop.
13 GRASS COLLECTOR
Operation with grass collector
WARNING
When operating the equipment with a collecting bag, the bag must be completely
assembled and in technically perfect condition.
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the chute (1) R1 is not bent when handling the collector.
While mowing, ensure that the collector is emptied in good time. The turbo signal on the
collector will indicate when the collector should be emptied.
Safety instruction!
See table for explanation of symbols page 3
Turbo signal (shows when the grass collector is full)
(Illustration J + K )
There is an indicator on the top of the collector that shows whether the collector is
empty or full:
– The collector indicator inflates if the collector is empty and during the mowing J .
– If the collector is full, the indicator collapses; once this happens, stop mowing
immediately and empty the collector K .
IMPORTANT
If the fabric of the grass collector is very dirty the turbo indicator will not inflate –
in this case, clean the fabric immediately. The grass collector will only collect
grass perfectly if it is permeable to air.
IMPORTANT
Do not clean the grass collector with hot water!
Emptying the grass collector (Illustration L )
– Switch off engine.
– Lift ejection flap.
– Unhinge the full grass collector from the mower at the carrying strap – the ejection
flap closes automatically.
– Empty the collector thoroughly whilst holding it by the carrying strap and the
moulded handle on the bottom.
Operation without grass collector
WARNING
When mowing without grass collector the ejection flap on the mower housing
must always be closed (flap down).
14 MOWING
Mowing on slopes
NOTE
The mower can be used on banks and slopes with a gradient of up to 46% (25°
angle). Any steeper slopes can lead to engine damage.
For safety reasons, however, we urgently recommend you do not exploit this
theoretical performance potential. Always make sure you have a firm stance.
Manually guided lawnmowers should never be used for slopes with a gradient in
excess of 26% (15° angle of slope). Stability may be lost!
Checking the oil level
Check oil level each time prior to mowing Y1 . Never let the engine to run with too little
or too much oil. Irreparable damages could occur.
Checking operating safety
The lawnmower is equipped with a motor stop device.
Before every mowing job, make sure that the motor stop safety control bar is working
perfectly. When the control bar is released, the motor and cutter bar must come to a
standstill within three seconds.
After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component
description" diagram.
If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop.
Risk of injury!
If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised
workshop.
Measuring run-on time
After the engine has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard.
The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the engine has
been stopped, it can be measured using a stopwatch.
Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled.
Make sure that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not
damaged.
To avoid risk, check the condition and firm attachment of the blade before every
mowing job. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised
workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar
can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. A worn or damaged
blade must always be replaced. (Refer here to the chapter "Cutter blade care").
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Safety instruction!
See table for explanation of
symbols page 3