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Do not tilt the mower when starting the machine or turn on the engine, unless the mower
needs to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and
lift only the part that is furthest away from the user.

Do not start the machine by standing in front of the ejection

Do not place hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clean the mouth of the grass
extractor.

Never take or carry the mower while the machine is running.

Stop the machine and remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark plug from the spark
plug:

o

Before cleaning or unclogging the grass extractor.

o

Before checking, cleaning, and working on the mower.

o

After hitting an object. Inspect the mower for damage and repair before re-using the
mower.

o

If the mower begins to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine immediately and check
according to previous recommendations.

The controls must be always checked if they are functioning correctly. In case of
malfunction, do not use the tool and bring to a service agent for inspection.

Stop the engine immediately:

o

Every time you leave the tool alone and the working area

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Before refuelling.

When the tool is stopped, park it in a safe place.

Move slowly when moving.

The lawnmower should not be used in slopes and near drop-offs, ditches or embankments;
if the tool must be used in these kinds of emplacements, take an extreme precaution and
operate carefully the tool.

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.

Maintenance and storage

Check and tighten all bolts and screws to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating
condition.

Never keep the mower with gasoline in the tank in a building or vapours can cause a bright
flame or spark.

Allow the machine to cool before storing it in an enclosed area.

To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean without grass, without grease, the
muffler and the engine cools, disconnect the battery if necessary and empty the fuel tank

Check the grass catcher frequently, its condition or deterioration.

Replace worn and damaged parts for safety.

If the fuel tank is to be drained, it must be made outdoors.

Special safety instructions

Always use the mower with its pick-up bag and / or deflector in the intended position.

Switch off the engine before emptying the pick-up bag or before changing the cutting

Summary of Contents for FTDTR4870

Page 1: ...1 ROLLER LAWN MOWER FTDTR4870 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE THIS MACHINE BUILDER SAS Zi du Casque 32 rue Aristide Berg s 31270 Cugnaux France Made in PRC...

Page 2: ...E OF CONTENTS 1 Safety Messages 3 2 Assembly 9 3 Before Operation 12 4 Operation 14 5 Maintenance 17 6 Storage 23 7 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 24 8 WARRANTY 25 9 PRODUCT FAILURE 26 10 WARRANTY EXCLUSIO...

Page 3: ...put hands or feet near or under the opening of the cutting plate Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION You will be killed or serious...

Page 4: ...des Contact the manufacturer or your dealer in order to have a list of recommended blades Non recommended blades can give a risk of malfunctions injuries and accidents The blades must be balanced to e...

Page 5: ...g area o Before refuelling When the tool is stopped park it in a safe place Move slowly when moving The lawnmower should not be used in slopes and near drop offs ditches or embankments if the tool mus...

Page 6: ...he collection bag After striking a foreign object turn off the engine and carefully inspect the mower for damage Take the lawnmower to an authorized service center for repair if necessary If the mower...

Page 7: ...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 co...

Page 8: ...rer is not liable for damage caused by improper use or improper handling GASOLINE IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE Keep gasoline in a jerry can specially made for this purpose Fill up the tank with a funnel do t...

Page 9: ...e four knobs and Bolts by hand Put the recoil starter on the right of the handle and fix the cable with the plastic collar Introduce the rope of the recoil starter handle on its support guide rope If...

Page 10: ...10 Brake Cable Setup Put the brake cable and Clutch cable to the hole of brake lever and Clutch lever see the arrow mark Brake Cable Clutch Cable...

Page 11: ...in a bag from carton and fix the panel with screws Grass Bag Assembly Slide the grass bag frame into the grass bag and attach the clips as shown Lift the rear discharge guard remove the mulching plug...

Page 12: ...ly from the deck 3 Before Operation Engine Oil The mower is shipped without oil in the engine All engines are run at the factory prior to packaging Most of the oil is removed prior to shipment however...

Page 13: ...efuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored Avoid repeated or prolonged contact...

Page 14: ...Move the choke lever to the CHOKE position Pull back on the brake lever and hold it against the handle Release the clutch lever This will prevent the mower from moving forward when you operate the sta...

Page 15: ...times Immediately after the start push back the choke lever from CHOKE position to RUN position If the temperature is low allow the engine to run for a few minutes before starting to work Operation Th...

Page 16: ...e clutch lever with a quick and complete motion so the clutch is either fully engaged or fully released Hold the clutch lever against the handlebar during self propelled mowing This will help to exten...

Page 17: ...efore storing in an enclosed space To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine exhaust silencer battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Do not leave containers...

Page 18: ...hen installing the blade Check that the blade bolts are tight Removal and installation If you remove the blade for sharpening or replacement you will need a torque wrench for installation Wear heavy g...

Page 19: ...filler cap securely NOTICE Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine damage Change Engine Oil Drain the used oil while the engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely Wipe th...

Page 20: ...surface to remove dirt or blow compressed air through the air filter from the inside Never try to brush off dirt brushing will force dirt into the fibers Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner...

Page 21: ...carefully by hand to avoid cross threading Install the spark plug cap on the spark plug NOTICE A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine Over tightening the spark plug can damage the thre...

Page 22: ...s ITEM Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval whichever comes first Engine oil Check O Replace O O 2 Air cleaner Check O Replace O Spark plug Check adju st O Replace O Flywheel br...

Page 23: ...lements 2 Check fuel Bad fuel engine stored without treating or draining gasoline of refueled with bad gasoline Drain the fuel tank and carburetor Refuel with fresh gasoline 3 Take engine to an author...

Page 24: ...ing European Directives Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC EMC Directive 2014 30 EU Emission directive EU 2016 1628 2017 656 EU Other applicable guidelines Noise Directive 2000 14 EC Annex VI and 2005 88...

Page 25: ...e 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 c...

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 com...

Page 27: ...ssary 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 sta...

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