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Maintenance and Storage
Storing the lawn mower for short periods
After mowing, please follow the actions below prior to placing
the lawn mower in storage:
- Allow the engine to cool down fully.
- Ensure the grass bag is empty.
- Clean all debris from under the mower deck.
Store the lawn mower on a flat and level surface, with all 4
wheels on the ground.
Store in a dry, safe place which is not accessible to children or
people who are not familiar with operation.
Storing the lawn mower for extended periods
CAUTION!
Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed areas, near fire
or when smoking. Petrol fumes can cause explosions
and fire. Always carry the product on its gripping
surfaces.
If the lawn mower is to be placed into storage at the end of the
season, or if the mower is not to be used for a longer period than
6 weeks, storage maintenance must be performed, as follows:
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Temperature fluctuations cause condensation, which
contaminates fuel and causes starting problems. Simply
emptying the machine of fuel will prevent this.
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Empty the petrol tank with a petrol suction pump, if available,
or use the tipping method.
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Start the engine and let it run until any remaining petrol has
been used up.
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Change the oil at the end of every season. To do so, remove
the used engine oil from a warm engine and refill with fresh
oil.
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Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Fill the
cylinder with approx. 20ml of oil from an oil can. Slowly pull
back the starter handle, which will bathe the cylinder wall with
oil, and screw the spark plug back in.
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Clean the cooling fins of the cylinder and the housing.
