Rover 460 owner manual Operation Self Propelled mowers only

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OPERATION - All mowers

To Start the engine

Refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s manual for detailed starting procedure. Ensure that the engine oil is at the correct level and that the fuel tank is full of fresh unleaded petrol.

Move the throttle control lever to the :- “CHOKE” position (where fitted) - or the “FAST” position and prime the engine. Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual.

Grasp rope handle and pull slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull the cord rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback and start engine. Repeat if necessary.

If a “Choke” is fitted move the throttle control lever to the “FAST” position after the engine starts.

To Stop the engine

Move the throttle control lever to the “STOP” position

Wait till the engine comes to a complete stop before removing or fitting the grass catcher or mulch plug to the mower, or attempting any maintenance work on the mower.

OPERATION - Self Propelled mowers only

Engaging the Drive

Start the engine and move the throttle to the “FAST”

position.

Push slowly on the clutch engagement lever to engage the self-propelled drive to the rear wheels. Refer to figure 14.

Disengaging the Drive

	Release the clutch engagement lever.	Figure 14. Clutch
	Allow the clutch engagement lever to return to the	Figure 14. Clutch
	disengaged position.	engagement lever

WARNING

To avoid excessive clutch wear.

Do not hold the engagement lever in a semi-engaged position.

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Contents Domestic Rotary Lawnmower Safety Instructions Introduction Plastic grass catcher assembly refer figures 2 Operation All mowers Adjusting the cut height- refer figurePreliminary Engine oilAdjusting the cut height Operation All mowersRemoving the grass catcher- refer figure Emptying the grass catcher refer figureRemoving the Mulch Plug Installing the Mulch PlugOperation Mulch Mowers only Vari-Tilt Conbar Mowers only Adjustment for mulch mowing Vari-Tilt Conbar Mowers only InformationOperation Self Propelled mowers only Maintenance All mowers Remote air Spark plug MufflerMaintenance All mowers Cleaning the Upper side of the Mower CleaningCleaning the Underside of the Mower Clutch adjustment Maintenance Self Propelled Mowers onlyAdjusting the Drive Cable- refer figure Maintenance Self Propelled Mowers only Maintenance Mulch mowers only Mulching Equipment Mulch Mowing InformationMulch Mowing Information Warranty Conditions Australia & New Zealand Only Online warranty registration For your Record