Note. If you are unsure of which cutting height to use, begin with a high setting and trial a small section of lawn, then check the appearance of the lawn. Then readjust if necessary
Brake lever
The mower is equip with a brake lever (14) to improve the safety of the mower.
During operation the brake lever must be held, if it is let go the engine will automatically stop. To start the lawn mower you must hold the brake lever to the handle bar.
Fuelling
Note. Use fresh unleaded petrol.
1.Unscrew the fuel tank cap (7) and pour the unleaded petrol into the tank with the aid of a funnel.
2.Fill the tank to approximately 2.5 cm below the lowest portion of the neck to allow for fuel expansion.
Be careful not to over fill.
3.Be careful not to spill any petrol, if this happens, wipe the spill with a clean rag.
4.Start the engine at least three meters away from the area where the fuel tank has been filled in order to avoid the risk of fire.
WARNING. Never attempt to refuel the engine while it is running or still warm, allow it to cool before fuelling.
Note. For further information refer to the Fuel Recommendations section in the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual.
Checking the oil
CAUTION. The lawn mower is shipped without oil. Do not start your lawn mower before ensuring it has been
filled with the right amount of correct grade oil. Refer to the oil recommendations section of the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual for this information.
1.Move the lawn mower to a level surface and clean around the oil filter cap (8) .
2.Remove the oil filter cap with dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Replace it and retighten the cap.
3.Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level, the oil should be at the full mark.
4.If oil is required add it slowly (the oil capacity is about 0.6 litre), do not over fill.
5.Retighten the oil filter cap firmly before starting the engine.
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3.Disengage the brake by pulling the brake lever (14) toward the handle. Letting go of the lever will prevent the mower from starting or will stop the engine, if running.
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