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SETTING UP (Continued)

REMOVING THE PACKAGING TIES FROM THE CONTROL HANDLES

Remove and discard the packaging ties clamping the blade brake and self propelled drive control bale to the handle bar before attempting to start the mower (refer figure 5).

WARNING

Unfold the handlebars and lock in the erect position (refer to the “Folding the Handlebar” section).

Remove the packaging ties (refer figure 5).

ENGINE LUBRICATION AND FUEL

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The engine safety precautions, oil and fuel recommendations, operation instructions, adjustments and maintenance is covered in the engine manufacturer’s manual which is included in the mower kit. Please refer to and adhere to these recommendations.

If you do not have the engine manufacturer’s manual please refer to the nearest engine manufacturer’s representative for a replacement copy.

CAUTION The engine is packed without oil or fuel. Please add these as per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations before attempting to start the engine.

Do not allow any dirt or contaminants to enter the fuel tank or oil filler tube.

POWERSTART OPTION

WARNING

The battery must be removed from the mower while recharging.

Only use the battery charger indoors where it cannot be affected by weather.

The battery contains a strong acid electrolyte which may cause personal and material damage.

-Do not dissassemble, drop or damage the battery.

-Do not incinerate or expose the battery to high heat or a flame or it may explode.

-Dispose of batteries thoughtfully. Refer to your local regulations for battery disposal.

-Replace any leaking battery immediately.

-Clean the battery only with a dry cloth - never use petrol, thinners or other petrochemical.

-Neutralize any electrolyte spills with an alkaline solution.

Remove the two screws from the battery support box, rotate the battery and lid forward and expose the battery terminals (refer figure 6).

Slide the red and black wire from the battery terminals and remove the battery.

Place the battery in a dry, cool area and connect the battery charger cables to the battery terminals (red [+] to red [+] and black [-] to black [-]).

Connect the battery charger to a 220-240 volt power outlet and switch it on.

Allow to charge for 10-16 hours, switch the 220-240 volt power outlet off and remove the battery charger cables from the battery.

Refit the rubber battery blocks to each end of the battery and refit into the battery support box.

•Slide the wiring loom connections onto the battery terminals red [+] to red [+] and black [-] to black [-].

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•Locate the battery support box lid, refit and tighten the two screws.

SELF PROPELLED OPTION

Remove and discard the packaging tie clamping the self propelled drive control bale to the handle bar before attempting to start the mower (refer figure 5).

WARNING

OPERATION

 

• Refer to and follow the “Safety Instructions” in this and any other associated manuals supplied with this product before attempting

 

to operate this machine.

 

• Refer to and understand the safety symbols fitted to the machine and shown in the “Labels” section of this manual.

 

• Ensure that all the items in the “Setting Up” section have been completed.

WARNING

• Ensure that the “Operator Presence Control” functions correctly. This control is a mandatory safety item and operates a brake on

the engine. When the lever is held against the handlebar the brake is released and the blades/engine are free to rotate. When the

 

 

lever is released the brake is applied and the blades/engine brake quickly to a stop

GRASS CATCHER

• Never install or remove the Grass catcher with the engine running.

WARNING

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Powered Walk Behind Mower - CE

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