TO START MOWER
WARNING: Before starting, learn how to stop the engine quickly in any emergency.
ENGINE WITH AUTOMATIC CHOKE
1.Move throttle control to RUN.
2.Grasp starter handle and pull.
ENGINE WITH MANUAL CHOKE
1.Turn fuel tap ON. (Where fitted).
2.Move throttle control to CHOKE.
3.Grasp starter handle and pull.
4.After engine starts move throttle control to RUN.
TO STOP MOWER
1.Move throttle control to STOP.
2.Turn fuel tap OFF. (Where fitted).
HINTS FOR EASY STARTING
1.Start a warm engine with the throttle control set at RUN.
2.Start the mower on a level, gravel free path or driveway. As the blades are unloaded, less effort is required. When starting on grass move the mower to an area previously cut.
3.Keep the underside of the mower base clean. Remove any obstruction to the free movement of the cutting assembly.
MAINTENANCE
Perform only that maintenance described in this manual and engine instructions. For other adjustments or repairs contact an Authorised Rover Mower Service Agent.
Briggs & Stratton Operating & Maintenance Instructions are known as Engine Instructions here.
MAINTAIN ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CAUTION: A low oil level may result in engine damage.
Check oil level each 5 hours of mowing. Maintain oil level within safe region on dip stick.
CHANGE OIL
REFER ENGINE INSTRUCTIONS
Change oil after first 5 hours of mowing. Thereafter change oil every 25 hours of mowing.
Dispose of waste oil thoughtfully.
WARNING: Tilt mower with fuel tank empty. Fuel may spill from the fuel cap vent.
MOWER CLEANING
REFER ENGINE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce fire hazard, keep the mower clean.
For best mower performance keep the engine underside of mower base and grass catcher screen clean.
WARNING: Maintain engine oil cooling system. Poor air flow may result in overspeeding, overheating and engine damage.
1.Use a brush or cloth to clean the engine of accumulated dirt, grass and leaves.
2.To clean the rear catcher mower base use a hose to direct water through the wash port while the engine is running at a moderate speed. (Fig. 7).
3.To clean the catcher, remove from the mower, empty and hose out to release grass and dirt from the screen.
CAUTION: Do not hose the engine. A forced spray of water may contaminate the fuel system. Poor engine performance may result.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER
REFER ENGINE INSTRUCTIONS
The engine air cleaner element must be serviced after each 25 hours of normal mowing. The element must be serviced more frequently when the mower is used in dusty conditions.
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