Use - Mowing
How to Mow
1.Always use the correct mowing position (L1).
2.Start mowing from the outside edge of the lawn, mowing in strips in alternate directions (L2).
3.Mow twice a week in the growing season, your lawn will suffer if more that one third of its length is cut at one time and this may also
result in poor collection.
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.
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 (L3).
Grass Collection Indicator
1.Your lawnmower has a grass collection
indicator which tells you when the grassbox needs emptying. (L4)
2.When the indicator is at the top of the tube, grass is being collected.
3.When the indicator starts to drop, it’s time to empty the grassbox. Adopt a stationary position, keeping the lawnmower running for 10 seconds. Release the OPC lever or BBC arm and
remove the grassbox for emptying.(L5)
Emptying the Grassbox
1.Release the latch on the grassbox. (L6)
2.Release collection bag from grassbox frame.
(L7)
3.Empty grassbox. (L8)
Using as a mulcher
1.Your lawnmower is supplied with a mulching plug. (L9)
2.Stop your lawnmower as described in Use - starting and stopping, and disconnect the spark plug.
3.Lift safety flap. Twist and slide mulching plug into rear discharge chute. (L10)
4.Ensure mulching plug is securely fitted. (L11)
5.The mulching plug prevents grass from being
collected by blocking the collection chute on the underside of the deck. (L12)
6.Ensure the safety flap is positioned correctly.
(L13)
Maintenance
IMPORTANT
Do not attempt any maintenance on your lawnmower when the engine is hot.
Cleaning
IMPORTANT
Never use water for cleaning your lawnmower. Do not clean with chemical, including petrol, or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.
1.Remove grass from under the deck with a brush
(M1 and M2).
2.Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from the engine air intakes and exhaust (M3), cutting height adjustment area. (M4), around the wheels (M5) and the grassbox (M6 & M7).
3.Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry cloth.
Cutting System
Removing the Blade
N1 or N2 BBC Only
•Disconnect the spark plug lead.
1.Use spanner 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
N1 or N2 BBC Only
1.Fit the blade to the machine with the sharp edges pointing away from the machine.
2.
3.Hold firmly and tighten blade bolt firmly with a
spanner. Do not over tighten.
Please note: If you have a machine fitted with BBC then you must remove both blade bolts with a hexagonal drive key.
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.
How to Charge the Battery (50SE ONLY) P1 - Wiring Loom
P2 - Charging Point
P3 - Cap
1.Stop your lawnmower.
2.Disconnect the spark plug.
3.Remove the cap from the charging point at the bottom of the wiring loom (P).
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.
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.
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