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Regularly check that the bolts, nuts and screws are properly tightened for
safe use of the mower.

Do not use the tool where there is a risk of lighting.

Use the tool on daylight or under a good lighting. Always keep bystanders
away.

Warning: Take an extreme precaution when operating the lawnmower in
slopes and near drop-offs, ditches or embankments; always be sure of your
footing and stay in alert.

the lawnmower safety systems or features shall not be tampered with or
disabled;

the operator should not alter or tamper with any sealed adjustments for the
engine speed control;

The operator must have, before using the tool for the first time, an
adequate training with an experienced people.

Warning: do not use of the unit while being tired, ill or under influence of
alcohol or other drugs;

Park safely the tool before leave it. The tool must be switched off.

The lawnmower shall not be operated without either the entire grass
catcher or self-closing discharge opening guard in place;

Warning: be careful about exhaust gas. Do not inhale them.

Wear adequate clothing such as long trousers and a protective equipment:
slip-resistant foot protection, hearing protection, eyes protection and
gloves.

To avoid health issues, limit the time of operation. Take enough rest.
Exposure to noise and vibrate can have bas consequences on health.

WARNING: There is a danger about moving blade assemblies. Always
handle blades when they are in a complete stop and wear protective
gloves.

Summary of Contents for FTDT5175ES

Page 1: ...1 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GASOLINE LAWN MOWER FTDT5175ES Warning Please read this manual carefully before using the equipment FEIDER 32 rue Aristide Bergès ZI 31270 Cugnaux France Fabriqué en RPC 2020 ...

Page 2: ... symbol before a safety comment indicates a precaution a warning or a danger Ignoring this warning can lead to an accident for yourself or for others To limit the risk of injury fire or electrocution always applies the recommendations indicated Before any use refer to the corresponding paragraph in the present manual Keep other people out of the dangerous area Remove the ignition cable before all ...

Page 3: ...e area while the blade is still rotating The exhaust and other parts of the engine will get very hot during use do not touch Fuel is flammable keep fire away Do not add fuel with running machine Caution hot surface Do not touch hot surfaces Danger of burns Danger Do not near the operational machine Guarantee sound power level ...

Page 4: ... Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot If petrol is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source o...

Page 5: ...steep slopes i Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you j Stop the blade s if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed k Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or without safety devices for example deflectors and or grass catchers in place ...

Page 6: ...e the key Whenever you leave the lawnmower Before refueling u Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and if the engine is provided with a shut off valve turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing v Go slow when using a trailing seat Maintenance and storage a Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition b Never store the equipment with p...

Page 7: ...tion bag in its intended position Do not use the mower in the event of rain or when the grass is wet Never lift the rear of the mower when starting the engine and never place your hands or feet under the mower deck or in the rear ejection port while the engine is running Turn off the engine and remove the spark plug cap in the following cases o Before operating under the mower deck or near the eje...

Page 8: ... first time an adequate training with an experienced people Warning do not use of the unit while being tired ill or under influence of alcohol or other drugs Park safely the tool before leave it The tool must be switched off The lawnmower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or self closing discharge opening guard in place Warning be careful about exhaust gas Do not inhale...

Page 9: ...he fuel tank cap after refuelling Follow strictly the instructions in this manual for filling the tool with fuel During maintenance and storage Switch off the tool and wait until it stops completely Make sure that all moving parts are stopped Allow the machine to cool before performing inspection adjustments maintenance servicing and storage Store the tool where fuel vapour will not reach a flame ...

Page 10: ... syndrome occur seek immediate medical attention Symptoms of white finger include numbness loss of sensitivity tingling pain loss of strength colour changes or skin condition These symptoms usually appear on the fingers hands or wrists Risk increases at low temperatures A long exposition to noise can affect the health of the operator A hearing protection must be always used when operating the tool...

Page 11: ...ake lever 3 Lower handle 4 Knob 5 Rear cover 6 Front handle 7 Side discharge cover 8 Side discharge air path 9 Deck 10 Height adjustment handle 11 Grass catcher bag 12 Recoil starter handle 13 Upper handle Accessories box Socket spanner 1 set ...

Page 12: ...ntended use This lawn mower has been designed for cutting grass Any other use is not permitted The lawn mower is suitable for private use in the garden only lawn mowers for private use are those which are used for cutting grass and lawns in the garden however not for cutting grass in public parks playing fields or on farms or in forest Non permitted users Persons who are not familiar with the oper...

Page 13: ... on both sides 2 Connect the throttle wire and self propelled wire on Bail arm lever Take the wire head into the hole of starting bail arm lever Follow below pictures to assemble and ensure the wire won t be loose throttle wire and self propelled wire pre assembled 3 Fit the Upper handle to lower handle Release two wing nuts on lower handle as below picture and then fit the upper handle on lower h...

Page 14: ... and buckle the plastic panel Align the mounting holes on the plastic panel with the mounting holes on the upper handle Fix the plastic panel with the bolts and nuts and provided Connect the engine cable and battery When charging the battery use the charge socket for 6 hours before use Charging socket ...

Page 15: ...15 Grass Bag Assembly ...

Page 16: ...helps to curve the inside of the mower deck for more efficient mulching Install and remove the mulching plug by raising the rear discharge guard as shown The mulching plug only fits one way Remove the mulching plug when using a grass bag ...

Page 17: ...17 Side Discharge Cover Assembly Release the lock of side discharge before lifting the side discharge guard and then install the side discharge cover on product Release the lock of side discharge ...

Page 18: ...ial pumping equipment to empty the jug of gasoline fuel Re do above after several minutes Allow the fuel to run out completely Filling with motor oil Unscrew the motor oil filling bolt and remove it Carefully pour in motor oil approx 600 ml Avoid spilling Danger of injury Fuel is explosive DANGER Turn off and cool the motor down before filling the tank with fuel You must observe all safety instruc...

Page 19: ...heck before use Check the safe condition of the device Check the device for leaks Check the device for visual defects Check that all parts of the device have been securely fitted Check that all safety devices are in proper condition Once the machine has been set up properly start the engine as follow 1 Before start the machine please put the handle bar to Start position Danger of injury Do not ope...

Page 20: ...g put the Handle bar to Run position If the engine is in hot standby mode the engine can start directly Do not start the motor in tall grass While mowing lay the connection cable safely on footpaths and on areas which have already been mown 4 Press the drive rod The lawnmower runs without any intervention at a rate of about 3 6 km h Release the drive rod off and the mower stops ...

Page 21: ...c Maintenance schedule 12 hours of use 24hours of use 36hours of use Air filter clean clean replace Spark plug check clean replace Engine oil check replace check Expert inspection is required a If the lawn mower strikes an object b If the motor stops suddenly c If the blade is bent do not align d If the gears are damaged Replacing and re sharpening the mowing blade at the end of the mowing season ...

Page 22: ... to compress the washer Clean the air filter Unclip the air filter cover and remove the sponge filter element To avoid objects falling into the air tank replace the air filter cover Wash the filter element in warm soap water rinse and allow drying naturally Warning Never run the engine without the air filter element installed Storing the unit After mowing clean the unit thoroughly Store the unit i...

Page 23: ...pened replaced customer service centre 3 Grass catcher is not filled sufficiently Correct the cutting height Allow the lawn to dry Have mowing blade re sharpened replaced customer service centre Clean the grille on the grass catcher Clean the discharge channel housing 4 Wheel drive does not function Adjust the flexible cable Check the drive wheels for damage Faults which cannot be rectified with t...

Page 24: ...européennes suivantes A la Directive CEM 2014 30 UE A la Directive ROHS EU 2015 863 amending 2011 65 EU Emission directive EU 2016 1628 2018 989 EU Directive 2000 14 EC Annex VI and the Directive 2005 88 EC Est également conforme aux normes européennes aux normes nationales et aux dispositions techniques suivantes EN ISO 5395 1 2013 A1 2018 EN ISO 5395 2 2013 A1 2016 A2 2017 EN 14982 2009 Guarante...

Page 25: ...he user manual Due to our policy of continuous product improvement we reserve the right to alter or change specifications without notice Consequently the product may be different from the information contained therein but a modification will be undertaken without notice if it is recognized as an improvement of the preceding characteristic READ THE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE When ord...

Page 26: ...efore dropping off the machine Go to the repair station with the complete machine packed accompanied by the purchase invoice and the station support sheet downloadable after the service request is completed on the SWAP Europe site For machines with engine failure from manufacturers BRIGGS STRATTON HONDA and RATO please refer to the following instructions Repairs will be done by approved engine man...

Page 27: ...essary for repairs and more generally the costs related to the immobilization of the product The costs of a second opinion established by a third party following an estimate by a SWAP Europe repair station The use of a product which would show a defect or a breakage which was not the subject of an immediate report and or repair with the services of SWAP Europe Deterioration linked to transport and...

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