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MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
CONTROLS:
Illustration 1
PRE-START CHECK
Your Deutscher Mower comes to you tested and ready to operate, with engine and gearbox filled with oil.
• Read all safety instructions and know how to stop engine quickly in any emergency.
• Know your controls – Where they are and their function.
• Use fresh unleaded petrol. Do not mix oil with petrol.
• Ensure drive and cutter mechanisms are placed in neutral or disengaged.
OPERATION:
TO START THE ENGINE (Manual start):
• When engine is cold, move throttle lever to CHOKE position.
• When engine is hot, move throttle lever to high throttle position.
• Slowly pull starter cord until starter pawls engage and rope stops then pull with force
turning the engine over. Repeat this procedure if the engine does not start.
Once engine is running shift throttle lever from Choke position to desired operating position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE: (Manual start)
• Push throttle lever to STOP position.
TO START THE ENGINE (Electric start version):
• When engine is cold, move throttle lever to CHOKE position.
• When engine is hot, move throttle lever to high throttle position.
• Turn key to start position and release once engine is running.
• Once engine is running shift throttle lever from Choke position to desired operating position.
TO STOP THE ENGINE: (Electric start version)
• Turn key to OFF position.
TO DRIVE MOWER:
• Release park brake.
• Select gear
Low forward: Raise and turn left
High forward: Raise and turn right
Reverse: Push down and turn right
• Clasp clutch lever and hold to hand grip, releasing, To stop.
WARNING! Use low throttle settings when engaging the traction-clutch,
especially in high gears
TO ENGAGE CUTTER DRIVE:
• Set throttle setting to a position as not to stall engine on engagement.
• Place right foot on lever and press down and lock into position.
• To release, lift lever up with right foot.
Illustration 2
MOWING ACROSS SLOPES AND REVERSING:
• As mentioned in the Safety Instructions, reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent overturning and
loss of control. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
• Wear suitable boots for the terrain. Do not continue mowing if you are slipping while walking. Exercise extreme
caution if the grass is damp.
• Do not mow an area with a slope greater than 10 degrees to the horizontal.
• Be extremely cautious when reversing. This is particularly important on slopes. Wear non slip footwear and
keep well back from the mower to ensure your footing is steady. Instantly release the drive lever if you feel
yourself slipping.
• When parking a mower on a slope, ensure the engine is turned off AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS ENGAGED,
before leaving the mower. This applies even if you leave the mower for an instant.
TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING THE MOWER:
It is far safer to use ramps or a lifting device to put the mower onto a trailer or utility tray, rather than attempting
to lift it. Never attempt to lift the mower on your own.
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