Start up with Touch-N-Mow
Make sure that no person or object is near the machine and all protection devices are installed and operating. Remain behind the handgrip in the position required for use.
-Insert the key (17) and rotate it to RUN position.
-Act on the safety lever (14) ) and keep it pressed against the handgrip.
-Push the
Caution: if the motor does not start, it means that the
been unloaded. If so, proceed to load it as described in the relevant section.
Important: Should the motor stop due to lack of gasoline, excessively high grass, or any reason other than the nor- mal stop procedures, the
Unloading the Touch-N-Mow system
Prior to any cleaning or transport operation, the start up system shall be unloaded.
For this operation, proceed as follows:
-Disconnect the spark plug cable.
-Act on the safety lever (14) ) and keep it pressed against the handgrip.
-Push the
-The motor will run but it will not start as the spark plug cable is disconnected.
-Turn the
-Remove the key (17).
AUTOMATIC ADVANCEMENT (for self-propelled versions only)
Periodically check the automatic advance assem- | To carry out this check, you must remove the wheel (24) |
bly and make sure to keep it clean. In particular, | by unscrewing the screw (25). |
the pinion (22) and the gear (23) must be kept |
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perfectly clean. |
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ADJUSTMENT OF CLUTCH CABLE (for self-propelled versions only)
Important: If, when you press the clutch lever, the automatic advance gear does not engage, the clutch cable should be adjusted by inserting the spring (P) in one of the subsequent holes in the plate (R) or in the hole “S” .
MAINTENANCE
Caution! Switch off the motor and disconnect the spark plug before undertaking any mainte- nance work.
For a four stroke engine, check the oil level and change the oil when dirty. For further explanation, see ENGINE INSTRUCTION BOOK.
Frequently check the mower and ensure that all grass deposits are removed from beneath the deck.
Never clean the mower by pouring water over it: this may seriously damage the electric start system.
Take care, the exhaust muffler may be very hot.
Frequently remove the wheel screws clean whith pe- troleum and oil before replacing. Ball bearings must be greased before remounting.
Frequently check the blade for damage.
The lawn mower must be checked by a SERVICE DEALER.
Cleaning under the bodywork
With machine at a standstill and off.
-Attach fitting (26) on the deck to the water supply tap. Turn on the tap.
-start up the motor (blade in rotation), allowing it to warm up for a few minutes.
-at the end of cleaning switch off the motor, turn off the tap, detach the tube from the deck connection.
VERSION WITH TOUCH-N-MOW
After a garaging period of the machine, it is advisable to lubricate the clutch point shown in fig. MII to facilitate the spring loading procedure.
