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5. Retighten the oil filler cap firmly before starting
the engine.
Starting the engine
Note.
Before starting the mower check the oil and fuel
levels. Warranty will be void if the engine becomes faulty
due to insufficient oil and fuel levels.
1. Move the
throttle lever
(3) to the cold
start position.
2. Disengage the
brake by pulling
the brake lever
(12) toward the
handle. Letting go of the lever
will prevent the mower from
starting or will stop the engine,
if running.
3. While holding the brake
lever inward, pull the recoil
starter (9) lightly until you feel
resistance then pull quickly
until the engine starts. Do not
pull the cord with a jerk or
release it until fully rewound.
4. Once the lawn mower has
started and warmed up move
the throttle lever to the either
COLD START POSITION
(recommended) or RUN while
continuing to hold the brake
lever.
Running the engine
Note.
If the safety brake is removed, the engine will cut out.
1. Once the engine
warms up, move
the throttle to RUN
(WORKING) position.
2. Push the throttle to
the suitable place, to
achieve the required
rotation speed.
Stopping the engine
To stop the engine
reduce the speed of the
engine by pulling the
throttle lever (3) towards
the tortoise and release
the brake lever (12).
In an emergency just
release the brake lever.
Mowing advice
1. It is recommended to use the fast throttle setting and keep
the engine running at maximum speed. This will deliver
the best cut. If the speed of the engine slows this could
indicate the mower is being overloaded, by trying to cut
to much grass or the catcher may be full. Try mowing a
narrower strip, mowing slower or raise the cutting height.
2. Sharp blades cut cleanly and efficiently, if the blade is dull
it will tear the grass. This will result in the ends turning
brown. When the blades no longer cut cleanly either
sharpen them or replace them.
3. To safely operate the mower ensure all four wheels are
on the ground and be careful not to loose your footing
or control of the mower. Be very careful when mowing
uneven or rough ground. Keep a firm grip on the handle
bar at all times, always walk, never run with the mower.
Cold
Start
Run
Cold
Start
Run
Cold
Start
Run
Cold
Start