Defort DLM-2600-G, User Manual

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STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
(OFF SEASON)
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn
mower for storage.
1. Following the
fi nal cut of the season allow the fuel
tank to run dry.
2. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.
3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
4. Lightly coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis
grease to prevent rusting.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
NOTE:
- When storing any type of power equipment
in an unventilated or material storage shed;
- Care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment,
especially cables and all moving parts.
- Be careful not to bend or kink cables.
- If the starter rope becomes disconnected from rope
guide on handle, disconnect and ground the spark
plug wire, Depress the blade control handle and pull
the starter rope out from engine slowly. Slip the starter
rope into the rope guide bolt on handle.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER
CAUTION: Do not allow dirt or dust to clog
the air
fi lter foam element.
The engine air cleaner element must be
serviced (cleaned) after 25 hours normal mowing. The
foam element must be serviced regularly if the mower
is used in dry dusty conditions.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
1. Remove screw.
2. Remove cover.
3. Wash
fi lter element in soap water. DO NOT USE
GASOLINE!
4. Air dry
fi lter element.
5. Place a few drops of SAE30 oil on the foam fi lter and
squeeze tightly to remove any excess oil.
6. Reinstall
fi lter.
NOTE: Replace fi lter if frayed, torn, damaged
or unable to be cleaned.
CUTTING BLADE
CAUTION: Be sure to disconnect and ground
the spark plug wire before working on the
cutting blade to prevent accidental engine
starting. Protect hands by using heavy gloves or a rag
to grasp the cutting blades.
WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade
adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a
foreign object. Replace when necessary. For
best results your blade should be sharp. The blade
may be resharpened by removing it and either grinding
or
fi ling the cutting edge keeping as close to the original
bevel as possible. It is extremely important that each
cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to
prevent an unbalanced blade. Improper blade balance
will result in excessive vibration causing eventual
damage to the engine and mower.
BLADE MOUNTING TORQUE
Center Bolt must be tightened to 35 - 45 Nm torque. To
insure safe operation of your unit. ALL nuts and bolts
must be checked periodically for correct tightness. After
prolonged use, especially in sandy soil conditions, the
blade will become worn and lose some of the original
shape. Cutting ef
fi ciently will be reduced and the blade
should be replaced. Replace with an approved factory
replacement blade only. Possible damage resulting
from blade unbalance condition is not the responsibility
of the manufacturer.