AL-KO Solo 4852 VS ALU Mode D'emploi page 25

Maintenance and care
Caution - Risk of injury!
Before carrying our any care or maintenance
work, always switch off the motor and pull out
the spark plug connector.
The motor may continue running. After switching
off, make sure the motor has stopped turning.
Always wear working gloves when carrying out
maintenance or repair work.
Check the grass catcher regularly for wear, and to
ensure it is working correctly
Clean the equipment after each use
Do not wash the equipment by hosing or spraying
with water
system, carburettor)
Check the mower blade regularly for damage
Tilting the lawnmower
Depending on the motor manufacturer:
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the spark plug must be facing upward (
Follow the operating instructions of the motor
manufacturer!
Resharpening/replacing the mower blade
Blunt or damaged blades should be
resharpened / replaced only at a service point or by
an authorised specialist
Resharpened blades must be rebalanced
Caution!
Blades that have not been rebalanced can cause
serious vibrations, and may result in damage to
the lawnmower.
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Always have the equipment checked out by a pro-
fessional in the following cases:
after bumping against an obstacle
if the motor stops suddenly
if there is damage to the transmission
if the V-belt is faulty
if the blade is bent
if there is warping of the motor shaft
Charging the starter battery (optional)
Follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the
motor.
Caution!
Use only the original battery charger supplied.
Charge the starter battery only in dry, well-
ventilated rooms.
Do not start up the lawnmower while the battery
is charging.
Care of the motor
Changing the motor oil
1. Have a suitable container ready to collect the used
oil.
2.
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opening.
Dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is
compatible with the environment!
We recommend to collect the used oil in a closed
container and to deliver it to a suitable recycling
or service station.
Used oil should not be
disposed of with domestic rubbish
poured into the sewage system or drains
poured out onto the ground
Follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the
motor.
Changing the spark plug
Follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the
motor.
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