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2• KEY TO DIAGRAMS - SAFETY

This symbol appears in the instruction manual alongside 

those sections which deal with user safety.

This symbol appears in the instruction manual alongside 

important information on how to prolong the life of your 

mulching mower.

• ENGINE PICTOGRAMS 

Fuel is extremely inflammable and explosive. Stop the 

engine before filling up. DO NOT SMOKE. Fill up in a 

well ventilated place away from any source of flames or 

sparks. 

The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a lethal, 

odourless gas. Do not run the engine in a closed space. 

To avoid serious burns, do not touch the exhaust when it is 

hot. 

DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY LABELS

 

a. CAUTION !
b. Before use, read and follow strictly the instructions in the booklet. 
c. Finger cut risks. 
d. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug before proceeding any 

services on the mower. 

e. Risk of projected objects
f. Keep other people away from the dangerous area. 
g.CAUTION !
h. Do not use the lawnmower if the grass collector and / or the shield 

deflector are not in position. 

Summary of Contents for ME53C

Page 1: ...ME53C GB Original user manual Please read carefully before using your machine...

Page 2: ...ctures 8 5 Technical characteristics 12 6 Preparation and familiarisation with the mulcher 13 7 Use of the mulcher 13 8 Regular maintenance 14 9 Extended periods out of use Winter storage 16 10 Basic...

Page 3: ...loss of sensation pain muscle weakness change in colour of the skin disagreeable tingling Consult a doctor in case of appearance of symptoms that may be triggered by vibrations Do not get too close t...

Page 4: ...s performed by an authorised ETESIA mechanic who has the appropriate tools Do not use the engine without the silencer Check the silencer regularly and have it replaced if it s damaged or leaking Do no...

Page 5: ...away from any source of flames or sparks The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a lethal odourless gas Do not run the engine in a closed space To avoid serious burns do not touch the exhaust when i...

Page 6: ...S USE Safety control engine brake 1 Rotation of the cutting blade when the engine is started 2 Blade stops when the engine stops Mulching mower drive control Forward speed selector 1 2 9 km h 2 3 4 km...

Page 7: ...rol 4 Starter handle 5 Intermediate handlebar fastening 2 screws wing nuts 6 Lower handlebar fastening height adjustment 2 button screws 7 Cutting height adjustment lever 8 Cutting height indicator la...

Page 8: ...8 1 4 3 2 a b c 5 a b 4 PICTURES...

Page 9: ...9 11 7 12 MAXI20 9 10 8 6 4 PICTURES...

Page 10: ...10 14 16 15 13 a b 4 PICTURES...

Page 11: ...11 18 17 20 a b d c 19 a b 4 PICTURES...

Page 12: ...tomatic Smart Choke starter Cooling system Air Air filter Paper cartridge carbon pre filter Ignition Electronic Spark plug special Resistive 16 mm on flat 14 mm x 17 mm Spark gap 0 75 mm Cutting width...

Page 13: ...r conditions Pre set the cutting height according to the height of the grass to be cut picture 5 Adjust the cutting height setting according to the mowing conditions picture 4 If the grass to be cut i...

Page 14: ...ensure that it starts easily afterwards Never use a high pressure washer on the transmission parts or engine Never use a hot water washer 8 2 MAINTENANCE OF THE CUTTING SYSTEM Before and after each us...

Page 15: ...Top up if necessary Take the used oil to an approved recovery center 8 5 2 AIR FILTER PICTURE 8 Maintain the engine s air filter regularly every 50 hours or once a year Clean it more often if the mul...

Page 16: ...lug clean it with petrol and leave it to dry Pull several times on the starter to eliminate the excess oil in the cylinder Put back the dry spark plug Fill up with fuel Start the engine Of course you...

Page 17: ...ogged up Clean Engine overheats Insufficient engine oil Top up or change the oil Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber Contact an approved ETESIA dealer Insufficient ventilation around the engine...

Page 18: ...ensable for the warranty Spark plug Clean Adjust the elecrodes Change if excessive wear Air filter Check condition Replace Clean Cooling system Check and clean Safety devices Check condition Blade Che...

Page 19: ...ore be paid back to the dealer according to charge scale mentioned in the agreement It is dealer responsibility to make sure that the end user does receive the complete warranty allowed by ETESIA Shou...

Page 20: ...14 EC regarding noise emissions in the environment and is subject to the internal control production procedure with evaluation of the technical documents and periodic inspection by a notified body the...

Page 21: ...ETESIA SERVICE GARANTIE 13 rue de l Industrie 67165 WISSEMBOURG CEDEX France Stamp here please...

Page 22: ...m2 Date_________________________ Signature____________________ Signature and confirmation of the user that he has taken possession of a machine in perfect working order that the user has been handed...

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