Etesia PHCS, Original User Manual

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• It is inevitable that impurities will get into the air fi lter. That is why
it is essential that you regularly remove the cartridge of the air filter
for cleaning (every 25 hours or more often in dusty conditions).
PKCTM (PICTURE 21)
• Unscrew the cover (A) of the air filter (see 1 picture 21) and remove
it (see 2 picture 21).
• Carefully remove all the paper cartridge with the pre fi lter (B) (see
3 picture 21).
• Clean the inside of the lid (A) and the base (C) of the air fi lter.
• Remove the foam pre fi lter (B1) from the paper cartridge (B2).
• Clean the paper cartridge (B2) by gently tapping it on a fl at surface. Do
not use solvent and do not use compressed air, as they could damage
the cartridge.
• Do not oil the cartridge. Replace it if worn or dirty, every 50 hours
or at least once a year.
• Wash the foam pre fi lter (B1) in detergent and water and dry
completely before reinstalling it in the paper cartridge.
• Reinstall the new or cleaned cartridge (B) on its base (C) (see 4 picture
21).
• Replace the cover (A) of the air fi lter and screw it in (see 5 picture
21).
PHCT - PHCS (PICTURE 21A)
• Remove the air fi lter cover (A) by fi rst unhooking the two upper
strips (B1) located on the air fi lter cover and then the two lower strips
(B2).
• Remove the fi lter element (C). Carefully check that it is not punctured
or torn, and replace it if necessary.
• Gently tap the item several times on a hard surface in order to drop
the excess dirt or carefully send compressed air from the inside to
the outside of the filter (D). Never attempt to remove the dirt with
a brush; brushing will force dirt into the
fi bres. Replace the element
(C) if excessively dirty.
• Put back the element (C) and the cover (A) of the air filter.
FLYWHEEL BRAKE INSPECTION (PICTURE
22)
Check the fl ywheel brake lever clearance. If it is less than 2 mm, take
the engine to an authorized dealer.
SPARK PLUG (PICTURE 23)
To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug should not show
any deposit, and it must have a proper electrode gap.
A dirty spark
plug can lead to difficulty with starting and a constant loss of engine
power.
Do not hesitate to change a worn spark plug when necessary.
Use only ETESIA original spark plugs.
Always use a spark plug with the right thermal value.
• Clean the spark plug hole and remove it with a spark plug wrench
(A). If the engine has just stopped running, the muffler is very hot.
Be careful not to touch it.
• Visually inspect the spark plug and discard it if the electrodes are
worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped. If reused, clean the
spark plug with a wire brush.
• Clean the electrodes every 50 (PKCTM) / 100 (PHCS - PHCT) hours
or at least once a year.
• Measure the electrode gap with a feeler gauge. If necessary, correct it
by bending the side electrode. The distance (B) must be 0.7 - 0.8 mm.
• Replace the spark plug every 100 (PKCTM) / 250 (PHCT - PHCS)
hours of operation or every season as appropriate.
• Make sure that the spark plug washer is in good condition and screw
the spark plug by hand (C) to prevent cross threading.
• After putting the spark plug in place, tighten it with a spark plug
wrench to compress the washer.
• When installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turns after it touches
the washer to compress it. To install a used spark plug, tighten 1/8 -
1/4 turns after it touches the washer to compress it.
TORQUE: 20 Nm
The spark plug should be tightened properly. When the plug
is loose, it risks getting very hot and damaging the engine.
CARBURETTOR, COOLING SYSTEM
• Regularly remove grass cuttings from the ventilation grid around the
starter unit.
• Clear the cooling fi ns and around the engine of any accumulations
of grass.
• This way you will ensure that your engine is constantly and ef fi ciently
kept cool.
• The accumulation of debris around the muffler can cause fire. Check
and clean before each use.
• The throttle, the springs and the control linkage must be kept perfectly
clean.
Do not modify the regulator springs, rods or other parts
to increase the engine speed. Operate the engine at the
recommended speed.
TRANSPORT
If the machine has to be raised or transported, turn off the
motor. Allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading
the mower into a vehicle. By precaution, disconnect the
spark plug cover.
Never transport the mower with petrol in the tank or with the
petrol tap open. The mower must be kept horizontal.
It is advisable to use a loading ramp or to have somebody help you
load and unload the mower.
QUICK HANDLE FOLDING
To reduce the mower space requirement in order to make storage easier,
the handle has to be folded.
• Remove the grass collector.
• Loosen the wing nuts and spread the bolts on the handlebar.
• Fold the handlebar forward, accompanying its movement (see picture 1).
8• MAINTENANCE