English | 11
www.ffgroup-tools.com
GLM 40/124 P EASY - GLM 42/124 SP EASY -
GLM 46/140 SP PLUS - GLM 51/160 SP PLUS
NOTE
Observe the operating instructions for the
lawnmower.
NOTE
The engine has a fixed gas setting. Speed
control is not possible.
STARTING ThE ENGINE
CAUTION!
Risk of injury! Danger of kickback: The
starter cable can return faster to the engine than
the cable can be released.
• Anticipate a sudden jolt when the starter cable has
been pulled.
NOTE
• Use of the primer is not necessary for restarting an
engine that has already run warm.
• Press the primer button (01/6) or (08/6) 3x, at
intervals of approx. 2 seconds. At temperatures
below 10°C, press the primer button 5x.
• Pull the starter cable (01/4) or (08/4) out briskly,
and then allow it to wind back in slowly.
With the engine running:
• Keep your hands and feet away from any rotating
parts.
• Keep flammable objects from the exhaust and the
cylinder area.
• Allow the exhaust, cylinder and cooling vanes to
cool down before contact. Switching off the motor
• Observe the operating instructions for the
lawnmower.
6. REpAIR
WARNING!
Risk of injury during repair work.
Improper repairs can lead to serious injuries and
damage to the appliance.
• Repair work may only be carried out by authorised
personnel.
• Only original spare parts are allowed.
7. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
WARNING!
Risk of injury. Inadvertent switching on
of the engine can lead to serious injuries.
• Before setting, maintenance and repair work,
always switch off the engine and secure against
being switched on again.
• Regular maintenance is essential for safety and
maintaining performance.
• Observe the maintenance schedule.
• For use under more demanding conditions, more
frequent maintenance is required.
1.
Before all maintenance and cleaning work:
Remove spark plug connector (01/5) from the
spark plug.
2.
Perform the maintenance and cleaning work
described in this section according to the
maintenance schedule.
3.
After maintenance and cleaning work: Reattach
the spark plug connector(01/5) to the spark plug.
7.1 Tilting the engine (07, 14)
1.
Tilt the engine so that the spark plug (07/1, 14/1)
is facing upwards.
7.2. Cleaning the air filter (05, 12)
TECH 124-140 (05)
• Clean the air filter regularly.
• Replace the air filter if damaged.
1.
Remove the air filter cover (05/1) by pressing the
locking tabs (05/2) and removing the air filter
cover.
2.
Remove the filter (05/3) and knock it out against a
hard surface until the dirt has been removed. Do
not brush out!
3.
Reinstall the filter.
4.
Fit the air filter cover again and close it, clipping in
the locking tabs.
*ATTENTION:
The cover of the 124 engine opens
horizontally
TECH 160 (12)
• Clean the air filter regularly.
• Replace the air filter if damaged.
1.
Unscrew the two screws (12/1) of the air filter
cover (12/2) and remove the air filter cover.
2.
Remove the filter (12/3) and knock it out against a
hard surface until the dirt has been removed. Do
not brush out!
3.
Reinstall the filter.
4.
Fit the air filter cover again and secure it with the
two screws.
7.3. CHANGING THE OIL (06, 13)
Check the oil level regularly. Check the oil level
every 5 operating hours or every day before starting
the engine.
WARNING!
Danger of explosion and fire.
Escaping fuel creates an explosive petrol/air mixture.
Deflagration, explosion and fire can lead to
serious and even fatal injuries if fuel is not handled
properly.
• Empty the fuel tank before draining the oil.
NOTE
Contact our customer service if you
cannot carry out work yourself.
NOTE
• Drain off the old oil when the engine is warm.
Warm oil runs out quickly and fully.
• Dispose of used oil in an eco-friendly manner!
TECH 124-140 (06)
NOTE
The oil capacity for the engine is max. 0.45 l.
1.
Drain the fuel tank.
2.
To remove the fuel from the carburettor: Start the
engine outdoors and let it run until it stops.
3.
Allow the engine to cool down.
4.
Remove the spark plug connector (01/5).
5.
Unscrew the oil dipstick (03/2).
6.
Extract the oil using the pump (06/1) and drain it
into the container (06/2).
7.
Fill with new oil (SAE 15W-40, fill volume: 0.45 l)
using a funnel Filling with engine oil (04). 8. Check
that the level has reached the MAX (03/4) mark.
9.
Insert the oil dipstick and screw tight.
10
. Remove any spilled oil.
TECH 160 (13)
NOTE
The oil capacity for the engine is max. 0.5 l.
1.
Drain the fuel tank.
2.
To remove the fuel from the carburettor: Start the
engine outdoors and let it run until it stops.
3.
Allow the engine to cool down.
4.
Remove the spark plug connector (08/5).
5.
Unscrew the oil dipstick (13/2).
