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OPERATION INSTRUCTION 

1. BEFORE START THE ENGINE

 

CAUTION! 

The following procedures 

and adjustments must be performed 

before the engine is started. Do not attempt 
to make any of these adjustments wihle the 
engine is running.

2.OIL TYPE 

Always use high quality detergent oil 
classified SAE30 oil. Never use additives 
with recommended oil.
To prolong the life of your engine it is 
important that the oil is changed after the 
first 5 hours of use.

3.FUEL TYPE

Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. 
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be 
used within 30 days. Never mix oil with 
petrol. 

Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel 
expansion. Do not overfill the fuel tank.

4. FILLING WITH ENGINE OIL 

 

Caution! 

To prevent engine damage 

the engine is shipped without oil 

or petrol. The engine must be filled with 
the correct grade of oil and petrol before 
starting the engine. 
Check the engine oil level with the engine 
stopped and the mower on a level surface.
1) Remove the oil filler dipstick and wipe oil 
from it with a clean cloth (Fig. D1).

2) Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, 
but do not screw it in.
3) Check the oil level. The oil level must BE 
between the Min and Max marks on the 
dipstick (Fig. D2). If near the lower level, fill 

to upper level with the recommended oil 
(SAE30). 

Do not overfill.

 Wipe away any 

spilt oil.

Maximum 

Minimum 

Fig. D2

Note: running the engine with a low 
oil level will cause engine damage. 
Recommend use high detergent, 
premium quality 4-stroke engine oil. 
Use non-detergent oil can shorten the 
engine’s service life and using 2-stroke 
oil will damage the engine.

5. FILLING WITH FUEL

 

Warning!

 

Petrol is highly 

inflammable and extreme 

precaution must be taken when handling 
or working with it. Keep out of reach of 
children.

1) Clean the area around the petrol filler 
cap before removing the cap. Remove the 
warning label, check the fuel level. 
2) Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. 
Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or 
spilling fuel. There should be no fuel in the 
filler neck.
3) Clean up any overflow or splash of 
petrol before starting the engine.
4) Tighten the filler cap securely after filling. 

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the 
engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow 
flames or sparks in the area where the 
engine is refueled or where petrol is stored. 
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with 
skin or breathing of vapor. 

Note:

 petrol should be stored in a 

approved container. Never buy or store 
more than 30days supply of petrol. Do not 
mix oil with petrol.

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

HELPLINE NO 08454505299

Summary of Contents for XSZ40

Page 1: ...PETROL LAWN MOWER XSZ40 OPERATING INSTRUCTION HELPLINE NO 08454505299 Email Address customerservices sumec europe com...

Page 2: ...ment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the machine c WARNING Petrol is highly ammable store fuel in containers speci cally designed for this purpose refuel outdoors only and...

Page 3: ...eaning or working on the lawnmower after striking a foreign object Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower if lawnmower starts to vibrate abnorm...

Page 4: ...ear eye and head protection must be worn Hot surfaces will burn ngers or palms Warning The lawnmower exhaust gas contain poisonous substan ces Do not run the engine in closed or poorly ventilated are...

Page 5: ...ntrol lever 4 starting knob 5 Rope guider 6 lower handle 7 fuel tank cap 8 height adjustment knob 9 spark plug 10 oil dip stick 11 rear flap 12 grass collection bag 13 handle tension knob 14 self prop...

Page 6: ...s hexagon nut M8 2pcs rope guider 1pc self tapping screw ST4 8 16 2pcs spark plug spanner Philips screwdriver 1pc grass collection bag 1pc cable clip 2pcs We recommend that you purchase your accessori...

Page 7: ...b included in carton box in meanwhile make sure the rope guider is on the right position 4 Make sure the lower and upper handle are tightened rmly Ensure that the cable clips A2 supplied are used to f...

Page 8: ...Max marks on the dipstick Fig D2 If near the lower level ll to upper level with the recommended oil SAE30 Do not over ll Wipe away any spilt oil Maximum Minimum Fig D2 Note running the engine with a...

Page 9: ...art a cold engine move the throttle lever to the Choke position Fig E2 For start a warm engine move the throttle level to the Rabbit position Fig E3 Step2 Blade Control Lever Lift the blade control le...

Page 10: ...fuel Use following procedure to clear and start a ooded engine 1 Release the starting bail arm lever 2 Remove the spark plug dry it then reinstall it Note install the spark plug carefully by hand to a...

Page 11: ...he blade has worn excessively and become pitted and blunt it should be replaced or sharpened The sharpness of the blade will affect the performance of the lawnmower For safety reasons we recommend tha...

Page 12: ...lement To avoid objects falling into the air tank replace the air lter cover Wash the lter element in warm soap water rinse and allow to dry naturally Warning Never run the engine without the air lter...

Page 13: ...not balanced the heavy end will rotate downwards Sharpen the heavy end until the blade is correctly balanced 7 STORAGE Caution Petrol left in the fuel tank over the winter period will become state an...

Page 14: ...under load Raise height of cut Fuel starvation Fill fuel tank Incorrect contaminated fuel Drain fuel tank and ll with correct fuel Spark plug lead disconnected Connect spark plug lead Faulty spark plu...

Page 15: ...e chute blocked Remove blockage Wet grass Mow dry grass Grass bag full Empty grass bag Engine speed too slow Set throttle to fast position If faults can not be remedied contact the Helpline on GUARANT...

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