MAINTENANCE
CHARGING THE BATTERY (KEY START MODELS ONLY)
Ensure that neither the charger nor the battery are exposed to moisture
The battery pack can be replaced by unclipping the battery from its housing and disconnecting the battery pack from the battery leads.
How to Charge the Battery
1.Stop your lawnmower.
2.Disconnect the spark plug.
3.Remove the cap from the charging point at the
bottom of the wiring loom.
Y1- Cap, Y2 - Charging Point, Y3 - Wiring Loom.
4.Plug charger lead into connection on battery loom
5.Plug the battery charger into a domestic electric socket.
6.Charging will then commence.
7.Charge for 24 hours.
CARING
At the End of the Mowing Season
1.Replace blade, bolts, nuts or screws, if necessary.
2.Clean your lawnmower thoroughly. Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.
3.Ask your local Service Centre to clean the air filter thoroughly and carry out any service or repairs required.
4.Drain engine of oil and petrol.
Storing your Lawnmower
1.Do not store your lawnmower immediately after use.
2.Wait until the engine has cooled to avoid a potential fire hazard.
3.Clean your lawnmower
4.Store in a cool, dry place where your lawnmower is protected from damage.
FAULT FINDING
8.After charging, disconnect the charger from the socket and charging point.
9.Replace the cap on the charging point.
10.The unit is now ready for use.
Battery Replacement
1.The battery is located underneath a cover behind the engine (Z1).
2.Stop the lawnmower and disconnect the spark plug.
3.Remove the screws from the cover (Z2).
4.Remove cover (Z3) to gain access to the battery.
Engine Maintenance Schedule
Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur first. More frequent service is required when
operating in adverse conditions First 5 hours - Change oil.
Every 5 hours or daily - Check oil level. Clean
finger guard. Clean around silencer.
Every 25 hours or every season - Change oil if operating under heavy load or high ambient temperature. Service air cleaner.
Every 50 hours or every season - Change oil.
Inspect spark arrester, if equipped.
Every 100 hours or every season - Clean cooling system*. Replace spark plug.
*Clean more often under dusty conditions, or when airborne debris is present or after prolonged operation cutting tall, dry grass.
Engine Will Not Start
1.Ensure OPC Lever is in the start position.
2.Check that the control lever is in the Fast (run) position
3.Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank and the cap air vent is clear.
4.Remove and dry the spark plug.
5.Petrol may be stale, replace. Once petrol has been replaced it may take a little time for fresh petrol to filter through.
6.Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose bolt could cause difficult starting.
7.If the engine will still not start, immediately disconnect the spark plug lead.
CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE.
Engine Will Not Turn Over (Electrostart only)
1.Ensure OPC Lever is in the start position.
2.Battery flat - start your lawnmower manually.
3.If the engine will still not turn over, immediately disconnect the spark plug lead.
CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE.
Lack of Engine Power and/or Overheating
1.Check that the control lever is in the Fast (run) position.
2.Disconnect the spark plug lead and allow the engine to cool down.
3.Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine and air inlets and the underside of the deck including the chute and the fan.
4.Clean the engine air filter (Ask your local Approved Service Centre to clean the engine air filter thoroughly).
5.Petrol may be stale, replace. Once petrol has been replaced it may take a little time for fresh petrol to filter through.
6.If the engine still lacks power and/or is overheating, immediately disconnect the spark plug lead.
CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE.
Excessive Vibration
1.Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2.Check that the blade is correctly fitted see page 6.
3.If the blade is damaged or worn replace it with a new one.
4.If vibration persists, immediately disconnect the spark plug lead.
CONSULT YOUR LOCAL APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE.
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