Starting - Priming the Engine
Please Note:- When starting the engine for the first time, fill with oil and gasoline as described above in the Oil and Gasoline section. Priming is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine. However, cool weather may require priming to be repeated.
Starting the engine for the first time
1.Advance engine speed control to FAST ‘+’ as illustrated in the Use - starting and stopping section.
2.Push primer bulb (F) firmly five times.
3.Follow instructions in the Use - starting and stopping section.
4.If engine fails to start after three pulls of the pull cord, push primer bulb three times and repeat step 3.
Starting engine thereafter
1.Move engine speed control to FAST ‘+’ position and push primer bulb firmly three times before starting engine. (if engine stopped because it ran out of fuel, refuel engine - push primer bulb three times.
Use - Starting and Stopping
Starting & Stopping Royal 53S Intek.
Starting
1.Connect the spark plug lead.
2.Move the Engine Speed Control to the FAST ‘+’ position before starting. (G1)
3.Pull the operator presence control (OPC) to release the brake on the engine and the blade.(G2)
4.Pull the recoil starter fully towards you until you feel the full resistance, return the handle slowly then pull the handle firmly towards you to its full extent. (G3)
5. After the engine has started, allow to run for 30 seconds before commencing to use.
Engaging the Drive
1.Forward drive is engaged and disengaged with the Powerdrive lever at the top of the handle (G4).
2.Drive speed can be altered with the drive speed control. (G5)
3.Releasing the Powerdrive Lever stops the
forward drive automatically.
Stopping
1.Release the powerdrive lever.
2.Release the OPC lever.
Use - Mowing
How to Mow
1.Always use the correct mowing position (H1).
2.Start mowing from the outside edge of the lawn, mowing in strips in alternate directions (H2).
3.Mow twice a week in the growing season, your lawn will suffer if more than one third of its length is cut at
one time and this may also result in poor collection.
Cutting Height Adjustment
1.The height of cut is altered by pulling the adjustment lever away from the location slots and
moving to the selected position (H3).
Emptying the Grasscatcher
1.Lift the safety flap (H4).
2.Remove the grasscatcher from the machine (H5)
3.Empty grasscatcher.
Please Note:-
Do not overload your Lawnmower
When mowing in long thick grass a first cut with the cutting height adjusted to its highest setting, see Cutting Height, will help reduce engine overload and will help prevent damage to your lawnmower.
Using as a mulcher
1.Your lawnmower is supplied with a mulching plug (J1).
2.Stop your lawnmower as described in Use - starting and stopping, and disconnect the spark plug.
3.Lift safety flap. Slide mulching plug into rear discharge chute. (J2)
4.Ensure mulching plug is securely fitted. (J3)
5.The mulching plug prevents grass from being collected by blocking the collection chute on the underside of the deck.
6.Ensure the safety flap is positioned correctly.
Cutting System (K)
Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES.
Replace your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2 years whichever is the sooner - regardless of condition. If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a new one.
Removing the Blade
• Disconnect the spark plug lead.
1.Use wrench to loosen blade bolt by turning anti- clockwise.
2.Remove the blade bolt, blade and spacer washer.
3.Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.
Fitting the Blade
1.Fit the blade to the machine with the sharp edges pointing away from the machine.
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3.Hold firmly and tighten blade bolt firmly with a wrench. Do not over tighten.
Maintenance
IMPORTANT
Do not attempt any maintenance on your lawnmower when the engine is hot.
IMPORTANT
Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower. Do not clean with chemical, including gasoline, or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.
Cleaning
• Disconnect the spark plug lead.
1.Remove grass from under the deck with a brush (L1 and L2).
2.Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from the engine air intakes and exhaust (L3), cutting height adjustment area. (L4), around the wheels (L5) and the grasscatcher (L6).
3.Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry cloth.
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