MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT
- Regular, careful maintenance is essential for keeping the safety level and original
performance of the machine unchanged over time.
1.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. Regular
maintenance is essential for safety and performance.
2.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where vapour may reach a
flame, spark or a source of extreme heat.
3.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosed space.
4.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine, exhaust silencer, battery compartment and fuel
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Do not store containers full of grass
cuttings.
5.
Do not use the equipment with worn or damaged parts, this can be dangerous. Parts are to be
replaced and not repaired. Use genuine spare parts. Parts that are not of the same quality can
damage the equipment and create safety hazards.
6.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool.
7.
Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade.
8.
Check the blade’s balance after sharpening.
9.
Check the self-closing guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear and deterioration.
10.
Whenever the machine is to be handled, transported or tilted you must:
11.
Wear strong working gloves;
12.
Grasp the machine at the points that offer a safe grip, taking account of the blades, the mower’s
weight and its distribution.
BLADE MAINTENANCE
Empty the oil & fuel tanks before removing the blade
.
Use the following procedure to remove and replace the blade.
Hold the blade
using gardening gloves (not provided) and spanner wrench (provided) rotating the
spanner anti-clockwise.
Remove the bolt, washer and blade.
Attach a new blade, fastening with the washer and blade bolt. Ensure that the blade is correctly
positioned on the blade boss and then firmly tighten the bolt, clockwise. Tightening torque 45 Nm.