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To remove the plug, press in the catch (S). On re-
installing the plug ensure that both pins are pressed 
firmly into the holes so that the plug snaps in place.

M2 Combi:

To remove the plug, unscrew the wing nut.

2. COLLECTION

Assemble the grass collector provided (fig. 4, 6). 
Open the flap, remove the plug and instead hook 
the collector onto the rear of the machine.

When mowing, the grass is collected in the collec-
tor. Empty the grass onto the compost heap or 
spread it over borders as fertiliser. The machine is 
also ideal for collecting up leaves in the autumn.

BEFORE STARTING

FILL THE CRANKCASE WITH OIL

The lawnmower is delivered without 
any oil in the engine crankcase. The 
crankcase must be filled with oil before 
the engine is started for the first time.

Remove the oil dipstick (fig.  8, 9). Fill the en-
gine’s crankcase with approx. 0.55 litres of good 
quality oil (service class SE, SF or SG). Use SAE 
30 or SAE 10W-30 oil.

Slowly fill to ‘FULL/MAX’. Do not overfill.

CHECK THE OIL LEVEL

Check before using the machine that the oil level is 
between ‘FULL/MAX’ and ‘ADD/MIN’ on the 
dipstick.

Remove and wipe off the dipstick (fig.  8, 9). Slide 
it down completely and tighten it. Unscrew and 
pull it up again. Read off the oil level. If the oil lev-
el is low, fill with oil up to the ‘FULL/MAX’ mark.

FILL UP THE PETROL TANK

Never remove the filler cap or fill with 
petrol while the engine is running or still 
warm.

Never completely fill the petrol tank. Al-
low a little room for the petrol to expand 
if necessary.

Preferably use environmentally friendly petrol, i.e. 
alkylate petrol. This type of petrol has a composi-
tion that is less harmful to people and nature. It has 
e.g. no lead additives, no oxygenators (alcohols 
and ethers), no alkenes and no benzene.

NOTE! If you change to environmental-
ly friendly petrol in an engine previously 
run on ordinary lead-free petrol (95), 
the petrol manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions must be followed carefully. 

Ordinary lead-free 95 octane petrol can also be 
used. You must never use 2-stroke petrol mixed 
with oil. NOTE! Bear in mind that lead-free petrol 
is a perishable; do not purchase more petrol than 
can be used within thirty days.

STARTING THE ENGINE
(Briggs & Stratton)

1. Place the lawnmower on flat, firm ground. Do 

not start in long grass.

2. Make sure the spark plug cable is connected to 

the spark plug.

3. When starting a cold engine: Press down the 

primer fully 6 times (fig. 10).

When starting a warm engine, the primer does 
not need to be used. If the engine stops due to a 
lack of petrol, refill and press down the primer 
3 times.

4. Press in the Start/Stop loop

G

 towards the han-

dle. NOTE! The Start/Stop loop

G

 must be kept 

pressed in to prevent the engine stopping (fig.  
12).

5 Grasp the starter handle and start the engine by 

pulling briskly on the starter cord.

For ease of starting, press down the handle so 
that the front wheels lift slightly from the 
ground. Do not start in thick grass.

Keep hands and feet away from the ro-
tating blade(s). Never put your hand or 
foot under the blade casing or in the 
grass ejector while the engine is run-
ning.

STARTING THE ENGINE (Honda)

1. Place the lawnmower on flat, firm ground. Do 

not start in long grass.

2. Make sure the spark plug cable is connected to 

the spark plug.

3. Open the fuel tap (fig.  11).

Summary of Contents for E431

Page 1: ...DEUTSCH D 8211 0401 01 Mountfield M Series Lawnmower Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...3 SVENSKA S 2 3 B 4 1 6 D E 5 7 ...

Page 3: ...4 SVENSKA S 12 ADD FULL FULL ADD 8 Briggs Stratton 9 Honda 10 Briggs Stratton 13 11 Honda 14 FULL MAX ADD MIN I B G 3x 15 Left 16 Right ...

Page 4: ...5 SVENSKA S S T S S 0 75 mm Briggs Stratton 0 76 mm Honda 0 7 0 8 mm 18 Honda GCV 22 21 19 23 A M4 M6 20 17 Briggs Stratton 40 Nm 23 B M2 ...

Page 5: ...flu ence of alcohol drugs or medicines or when you are tired or unwell PREPARATIONS Always wear strong shoes and long trousers when mowing Do not operate the machine in bare feet or when wearing sandals Always use hearing protectors earplugs or muffs Check the area to be cut thoroughly and remove any stones sticks steel wire or other objects Replace the silencer if defective Before use always chec...

Page 6: ...irs after running over a foreign object be fore restarting the mower When checking the machine if it starts to vi brate excessively Check immediately Before refilling with petrol MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Check that all nuts and bolts are tightened so that the machine is in a safe operating condi tion Never keep the machine with petrol in the tank inside buildings where fumes can come into contact w...

Page 7: ...the wrench provid ed fig 2 ENGINE BRAKE CABLE Secure the engine brake cable to the engine brake fig 3 Note that the cable should be installed in the direction of the handle CABLE HOLDER Secure the cables in the cable holders fig 5 D Start Stop cable Clutch cable E Throttle cable Clutch cable GRASS COLLECTOR Raise the collector flap and attach the two brackets to the grass collector with the screws...

Page 8: ...entally friendly petrol i e alkylate petrol This type of petrol has a composi tion that is less harmful to people and nature It has e g no lead additives no oxygenators alcohols and ethers no alkenes and no benzene NOTE If you change to environmental ly friendly petrol in an engine previously run on ordinary lead free petrol 95 the petrol manufacturer s recommenda tions must be followed carefully ...

Page 9: ...e handle Disengage the drive by releasing the clutch loop I fig 12 CUTTING HEIGHT Shut off the engine before adjusting the cutting height Do not set the cutting height so low that the blade come into contact with uneven ground The mower has single lever control for adjusting the cutting height Pull the lever out and set the cutting height to one of the nine positions best suit ed to your lawn fig ...

Page 10: ...rs of use whichever occurs first More fre quently if the engine is working on dusty ground Honda fig 18 Remove the cover and take out the filter Carefully check the filter for holes or other damage A broken or damaged filter must be re placed To remove dirt carefully knock the filter several times against a hard surface or use compressed air from the back of the filter to blow clean Do not try to ...

Page 11: ... it must then be balanced to avoid vibra tion damage STORAGE WINTER STORAGE Empty the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until it stops The same petrol must not remain in the tank for more than one month Tip up the mower and unscrew the spark plug Pour a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole Pull out the starter handle slowly so that the oil is distributed in the cylinder Screw ...

Page 12: ...se two years from the purchase date For professional use three months from the pur chase date Exceptions The guarantee does not cover damage due to neglect of the user to acquaint himself with ac companying documentation carelessness incorrect and non permitted use or assembly the use of non genuine spare parts the use of accessories not supplied or approved by the manufacturer Neither does the gu...

Page 13: ... 11 Engine Make 1 2 Briggs Stratton 3 5 Honda 1 2 LS 45 3 4 GCV 135 5 GCV 160 Model 12 Rotation speed 1 2 3000 rpm 3 5 2900 rpm 6B Measured sound power level 1 4 95 dB A 5 97 dB A 7 Notified body ITS Testing Certification Ltd Notified Body repre sentative 0359 4 Manufacturer This product conforms to Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC Machinery Directive 98 37 EEC with special refer...

Page 14: ...M a nu f a ct u r ed b y St i g a A B S w ed e n www s ti g a c om ...

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