Texas A/S XT Serie Manuel De L'utilisateur page 17

Cable Adjustment
Before the machine is being used, the cable adjustment
should always be checked.
The cables can be checked by activating the handles
fully and check if the cable is tight. If not, it must be
tightened. If the handle cannot easily be fully activated,
the cable should be loosened.
After first season, it must be expected that the cables
need to be adjusted for optimal activation, as cables
can stretch when used.
The following cables may be necessary to readjust:
Illustration A1
1. Cable for throttle cable
Adjusting the throttle cable: Illustration A1 *
If you experience slack in throttle cable, this can be
solved simply by tighten or loosen the bolt on the
engine block.
* Not all models have throttle cable.
Battery (Electric starter)
Charge the battery before use
Before the electric start function is used, the battery
must be charged for 5 hours. Put the charger plug into
the hole in the battery and connect the charger to a
power supply. See illustration. A4
Charging during the season
The battery is not charged during use, so it will likely be
necessary to charge the battery a couple of times
during the season - depending if the number of
start/stops of the engine. Put it for charging for around 5
hours.
Storage of battery
The battery must always be stored dry and warm during
the winter. Never expose it for low temperatures.
Charge the battery completely before storing and then
place the lawn mower in a place where it is not exposed
to frost. Alternatively cover the battery with a thick
carpet or similar, If the mower is in a shed/garage
where there may be cold.
Charge the battery 1-2 times during the winter (at least
every 3 rd month) to make sure the battery keeps it full
capacity.
Incorrect storage can damage the battery and is not
covered by warranty.
* Note: Not all models have electric starter
Operation
Always check and refill oil before the start!
Read and apply the instructions given in the
enclosed start guide!
The oil level should always be between min. and max
on the dipstick. Fill with SAE-30 oil. There should be
total 0.5 liter oil in the engine. Use only unleaded E5
fuel to the engine. Never overfill the tank.
Cutting height adjustment: Illustration F1
(the illustrations may vary from your actual model)
The mower has 7 different heights. The cutting height
ranges from 25 mm to 75 mm
Start: Never start the mower directly on long grass.
Recoil with primer: Illustration F2
1. Push the primer several times, first time push 1-3
times, if necessary, supplement with up to 3-5
times.
Note: It is not possible to drown engine
2. Hold the handlebar for the engine brake; this will
release the engine brake.
3. Pull the recoil starter gently until you feel resistance
in the rope, then pull quickly and energetic. Do not
at any time let go of the recoil starter but slide it
gently into starting position.
4. Hold the bar for self-propelled in order to start
mowing
Recoil with choke, throttle lever: Illustration F3
1. By cold engine set the choke lever on "Choke".
By warm engine set the choke lever on "Rabbit".
2. Hold the handlebar for the engine brake; this will
release the engine brake.
3. Pull the recoil starter gently until you feel resistance
in the rope, then pull quickly and energetic. Do not
at any time let go of the recoil starter but slide it
gently into starting position.
4. Adjust the throttle lever.
5. Hold the bar for self-propelled in order to start
mowing.
Electrical starter: Illustration F3-B
To avoid unintentionally starting the machine, the
start button should be removed from the machine
and stored safely when the machine is not in use.
1. By cold engine set the choke lever on "Choke".
By warm engine set the choke lever on "Rabbit".
2. Move the throttle lever to full "Rabbit" (A)
3. Hold the handlebar for the engine brake; this will
release the engine brake.
4. When starting the machine, insert the start button
in the ignition lock below the handlebar and push
in.
5. Hold the button (B) in until the engine starts and
then release.
6. Adjust the throttle lever.
7. Hold the bar for self-propelled in order to start
mowing.
Note: As long as operating the mower, the bar
forengine brake must be engaged.
Throttle lever*
Engine speed can be adjusted while driving. Turn gas
handle to adjust rpm. (ID: M) It is recommended to run
at full throttle for best cutting results.
* Note: Not all models have throttle control
Stop: Illustration F4
Release the engine brake and self-propelled bar to turn
off the mower and the engine
Note: The blades will still rotate at up to 3 seconds
after stopping.
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