Starting and Stopping
F1
F2 |
Please note:- When starting the engine for the first time, fill with oil and petrol as described above in the Engine Notes section.
PUSH LAWNMOWER
1.Connect the spark plug lead.
Starting the cold engine
Push primer bulb firmly 3 times before starting cold engine. (F1) (Also, if the engine has stopped because it has ran out of fuel, refuel engine and push primer 3 times).
Starting the warm engine
NOTE: Priming is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine. However, cool weather (550F/130C or below) may require priming to be repeated.
2.Pull the brake lever fully towards the handle (F2)
(on left hand side of handle when viewed from the rear).
F3
G
H1
3. Pull the recoil starter (F3) cord towards you until you feel the full resistance, return the handle slowly then pull the handle firmly towards you to its full extent.
4. After the engine has started, allow to run for 30 sec- onds before commencing to use.
To stop your lawnmower - release the start/stop lever
POWERDRIVE LAWNMOWER
1.Follow the procedure for Push lawnmowers.
2.Forward drive is engaged and disengaged with the Powerdrive lever (on right hand side of handle when
viewed from the rear).
3. Releasing the Powerdrive Lever stops the forward drive automatically.
To stop your lawnmower - release the Powerdrive lever, then the start/stop lever.
Maintenance
Always remove the spark plug lead before repair, clean- ing or maintenance work.
All nuts, bolts and screws should be checked for tight- ness after 5 hours use.
Check the oil.
Push the handle down to ground level when tilting the mower for cleaning purposes. This will avoid oil spillage.
Regularly
1.Hose down or brush off all grass, leaves, etc., from the mower.
2.Check the oil level.
Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges could cause injury.
USE GLOVES
Renew 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.
ANNUALLY CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING:
1. Sharpening and balancing the cutter blade.
Remove the spark plug lead. Remove the cutter blade and take it to a service workshop for sharpening and
H2balancing. When reassembling the blade ensure that the retaining washer is flat and not dished, tighten the bolt to a torque of
2.Change the oil after each season or after 25 hours. Run the engine until warm. Remove the spark plug lead. Remove the blade to gain access to the oil drain plug, using a 3/8” sq. drain plug key. Refer to the En- gine Owners Manual. Open the drain plug underneath the mower and let the oil run out. Refit the plug and fill with new oil.
3.Remove cover and take out the air filter.(H1 & H2)
4.Clean the filter with warm, soapy water and dry thor- oughly. Add
