Rover 51, 80 Maintenance, Grass Cutting and Catching, Using the Self Propelled Transmission

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OPERATION (Continued)

GRASS CUTTING AND CATCHING

Refer to and abide to the instructions noted in the safety instructions of this and associated manuals.

WARNING

•Fit the Grass catcher to the mower (refer to the “Setting Up” section).

•Start the engine and set the engine speed to fast ( ) on the throttle control.

•Set the desired cut height (refer to “Setting the Cut Height” above).

•Drive the mower forward through the grass until the catcher fills.

•Stop the engine, remove and empty the catcher.

•Repeat the process.

•To maximise the cutting and catching performance it is important to maintain high engine speed, so adjust the mower ground speed to suit.

•If the grass length or density is excessive (to maintain high engine speed initially) cut the grass at a higher setting, then at the desired height.

•Replace blades regularly to maintain a sharp cutting edge.

•Keep the mesh in the grass catcher clean to allow the grass catcher to fill properly.

•Keep the underside of the mower deck clean and free of clipping build-up.

SELF PROPELLED OPTION

Using the Self Propelled Transmission

•Start the engine and set the engine speed to fast.

•Push forward on the clutch engagement lever to engage the self-propelled drive to the rear wheels noting that the drive speed increases as you move the bale closer to the handle bar (refer figure 9).

•Hold the bale at the required drive speed and slow down or speed up as the conditions dictate.

•To disengage the self-propelled drive release the engagement lever and allow it to return to the disengaged position.

Release the self-propelled drive bale and push the machine when changing direction or mowing in a confined area for safety.

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MAINTENANCE

NOTE: The majority of mower problems involve the following problems:

-Dirt or contaminants in the fuel

-Incorrect oil level in the engine

-Blocked, damaged or incorrectly fitted air cleaner

-Incorrectly maintained blades

(Refer to the maintenance section of this and the engine manufacturer’s manual for details.)

WARNING

•Always ensure equipment is in good working order.

•Do not use any equipment with worn or damaged components.

•Always use genuine Rover replacement parts.

•Never attempt maintenance that is not outlined in this manual. Refer to your nearest authorised Rover Service Dealer.

•Always ensure the engine is stopped and remove the spark plug wire before attempting any maintenance on the mower.

•On Powerstart models remove the key from the ignition before attempting any maintenance on the mower.

•All safety guards, blades, grass catchers and safety labelling must be replaced with genuine Rover parts if worn or damaged.

•Always replace blades and blade fixings in complete sets to maintain balance.

•Remove clipping build-up around the muffler area to prevent a fire hazard.

CAUTION

•Refer to and abide to engine manufacturer’s manual.

•Do not allow any dirt or contaminants to enter the fuel tank, oil filler tube, air cleaner housing, carburettor or spark plug hole when maintaining the engine.

•Ensure there is no clipping build-up in the vents adjacent to the recoil starter. The engine may overheat and be damaged if these vents are not clear.

•Do not use high pressure cleaners to wash the machine and keep water away from the engine and electrical components.

•If tilting the mower, the engine spark plug must remain uppermost to prevent oil seepage into the air cleaner and/or exhaust.

•To prevent fuel leaking from the tank when tilting the mower ensure the fuel level is low or empty.

•Ensure the mower is dry and clean and stored in a well ventilated area.

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