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Customer Helpline 

01904 727500

www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk

Operating the Lawnmower 

Step 2 - Starting the Engine (continued)

2a Press the primer bulb (A) 3-5 times.

When starting a cold engine, press down the primer fully 3~5 times.

Pressing the primer button too many times could cause the engine to flood.

NOTE! 

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 3~5 times. 

2b Start/stop Bar Activation

1. Pull the Start/Stop bar towards you.

2. With right hand, slowly but firmly pull the starter handle (2c) and rope from the pull cord guide 

until you feel resistance, then pull briskly.
If the engine fails to start after three pulls, repeat the start process. When the engine starts, 
return the starter rope to the pull cord guide gently.

Stop 

To stop release stop/start bar

2a

2c

A

Engine stop

Engine start

2b

Summary of Contents for XSS46D

Page 1: ...tion that will help you get the best from your lawnmower ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely Assembly Manual Qualcast 46cm Petrol Hand Push Lawnmower XSS46D Scan to watch our instruction videos Aug 2016 Rev B Technical Support Parts www gardenservicecentre co uk Mon Fri 9am 5pm Sat Sun 11am 4pm 01904 727500 ...

Page 2: ... www gardenservicecentre co uk Safety Information 3 Warning Symbols 3 General Safety 3 Personal Safety 3 In the Box 4 Parts 4 Tools 4 Assembly 5 Preparing to assemble the lawnmower 5 Step 1 5 Step 2 5 Step 3 6 Step 4 6 Step 5 7 Getting help 7 ...

Page 3: ...s lawnmower is fully conversant with the contents of this assembly manual prior to assembling maintaining or operating the lawnmower Perform assembly operations as described in this manual Failure to observe this warning may lead to serious injury death or damage to the lawnmower Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent damage to you or to the lawnmower IMPORTANT Before assembling t...

Page 4: ...l If there are any parts missing please call the customer helpline on 01904 727500 A Main mower deck with upper handle attached B Lower handle C Quick release 2pcs D Lower handle fixing knob with nut M8 2pcs E Rope guide 1pc attached to the lower handle F Grass collecting bag 1pc G Cable clip 1pc 1 Spanner philips screwdriver 1pc D C 1 G F B A E ...

Page 5: ...duration of warranty Preparing to assemble the lawnmower Assembly Step 1 Step 2 1a Remove the packaging from the handle Set the height adjustment to highest position and align the lower handle with the holes in the deck Make sure the holes in the lower handle are aligned with those in the support 1b Fix the lower handle onto the deck firmly Ensure the rope guide is on the right handle when you sta...

Page 6: ...dle Ensure the lower and upper handles are firmly connected Pull on off lever and gently pull the rope Hook it around the guide rope A A A Step 4 3a Firstly attach the grass bag to the frame by fixing all plastic hooks 3b Raise the safety flap and hook the collection bag onto the mower Release the safety flap 3a 3b IMPORTANT Make sure the grass collection box is in place before starting the engine...

Page 7: ... gardenservicecentre co uk Our experts are here to get you back enjoying your garden in no time For useful assembly starting and maintenance videos and ordering spares please visit www gardenservicecentre co uk Calling our service does not affect your statutory rights UK Ireland 01904 727500 Monday to Friday 9am 5pm Saturday Sunday 11am 4pm www gardenservicecentre co uk email support gardenservice...

Page 8: ...ly before starting assembly These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your lawnmower ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely Aug 2016 Rev B Scan to watch our instruction videos Technical Support Parts www gardenservicecentre co uk Mon Fri 9am 5pm Sat Sun 11am 4pm 01904 727500 ...

Page 9: ...he Lawnmower 9 Step 1 Setting the Cutting Height 9 Step 2 Starting the Engine 9 Step 3 Mowing 11 Step 4 Emptying the Grass Bag 12 Maintenance 14 Storing the Lawnmower for Short Periods 14 Storing the Lawnmower for Extended Periods 14 Preparation to re use 14 Maintenance Schedule 15 Cleaning 15 Clean Replace Air filter 16 Clean or Replace Spark Plug 16 Changing the Oil 17 Replacing Cutting Blade 17...

Page 10: ...efore operating this machine Keep bystanders away Beware of sharp blades remove spark plug lead before maintenance No naked flames Appropriate ear eye and head protection must be worn Hot surfaces will burn fingers or palms Warning The lawnmower exhaust gas contains toxic substances Do not run the engine in closed or poorly ventilated areas Blade continues to rotate for a period after the machine ...

Page 11: ...y a person responsible for their safety Do not touch rotating blade General Safety Safety Information Personal Safety WARNING While mowing always wear substantial footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the machine Petrol is highly flamma...

Page 12: ...evices for example deflectors and or grass catchers in place Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine Do not start the engine without the grass collector located Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of ...

Page 13: ...any enclosure To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine silencer and petrol storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check the grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration Replace worn or damaged parts for safety If the fuel tank has to be drained this should be done outdoors Maintenance and Storage Safety Information Intended Use This mower is designed for domestic lawn mowing only...

Page 14: ...amage the engine To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the engine Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine irreparable damage Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a level surface Remove the oil filler dipstick and wipe oil from it with a ...

Page 15: ... working with it Keep out of reach of children 1 Clean the area around the petrol filler cap before removing the cap Remove the warning tag check the fuel level 2 Refill the tank if the fuel level is low Always use clean fresh unleaded petrol Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days Never mix oil with petrol 3 Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel to allow for e...

Page 16: ...hine will become hot during use Make sure that the blade is securely fastened before starting the engine 1 Pull the lever towards the wheel then move it forward or backward to adjust the cutting height 2 Move it to any one of the 7 positions 25mm 75mm for the desired cutting height 3 Return lever into securing plate NOTE Never use the lowest cutting height for the first cut of the season or in dro...

Page 17: ...er does not need to be used If the engine stops due to a lack of petrol refill and press down the primer 3 5 times 2b Start stop Bar Activation 1 Pull the Start Stop bar towards you 2 With right hand slowly but firmly pull the starter handle 2c and rope from the pull cord guide until you feel resistance then pull briskly If the engine fails to start after three pulls repeat the start process When ...

Page 18: ...e stops completely Always empty the grass bag when you have finished the mowing even if it is not full Stored grass residues are a fire hazard Start the engine and allow it run See Step 2 Starting the engine Keep a firm grip on the upper handle with stop start bar and walk bar closed and walk along with it self propelling never run with the mower be very careful when mowing uneven or rough ground ...

Page 19: ...with one hand and remove the grass bag using its handle with your other hand To maintain safety the discharge flap will close back to cover the mulching plug when you release the flap Empty the grass debris in the grass collection bag and refit grass collection bag If any grass residues are caught in the discharge chute clean it using a brush ...

Page 20: ...nates fuel and causes starting problems Simply emptying the machine of fuel will prevent this 1 Empty the petrol tank with a petrol suction pump if available or use the tipping method 2 Start the engine and let it run until any remaining petrol has been used up 3 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 4 Remove the ...

Page 21: ... the first 5 hours Cleaning WARNING Before you tip the lawn mower onto its side completely empty the fuel tank using a petrol suction pump Never turn the mower upside down Before commencing any maintenance always disconnect the spark plug To ensure long life and good performance of the machine its important to keep the machine clean and well lubricated Make sure the chute is clean and under the de...

Page 22: ...ully by hand to avoid cross threading 2e After the spark plug is seated tighten with the spanner to compress the washer 2a 2a Cleaning or Replacing Air Filter WARNING Never run the engine without the air filter element installed 1 Loosen the fastener that holds the cover 2 Open the cover and remove the filter 3 To loosen debris gently tap the filter on a hard surface If the filter is excessively d...

Page 23: ...ction bag stop the engine and wait until the blade stops completely You will need garden gloves not provided and a spanner wrench to remove the blade Always handle the blade with care sharp edges could cause injury USE GLOVES Don t hold the blade by hand directly Renew your metal blade after 50Hrs mowing or 2yrs which ever is sooner regardless of condition Regularly check your blade If the cut of ...

Page 24: ...blade 3 Inspect the blade adaptor on any signs of damage 4 Fit a new blade locate the blade on the two studs on the blade flange and then replace the washer and bolts 5 Check the washer is still slightly domed to keep the pressure on the bold to stop it unwinding keeping the blade firmly secure Then replace the washer right way around and bolts 6 Make sure the blade is correctly located and then f...

Page 25: ...e fasteners Replace blade Engine does not start start stop bar not pressed Primer bulb is empty Spark plug is defective Fuel tank is empty Engine may be flooded Press start stop bar Press primer bulb 3 5 times Replace spark plug Refill with fuel remove plug and dry see page 15 Engine runs unsteadily Air filter is soiled Spark plug is soiled Clean the air filter Clean the spark plug Uneven mowing r...

Page 26: ...kg Disposal Disposal Instructions The lawnmower and its accessories are made of various recyclable materials Dispose of the lawnmower in accordance with your local recycling regulations Customer Helpline 01904 727500 Our dedicated UK based customer helpline is open 7 days a week to assist you with assembly parts queries and technical support We are open during office hours but you can always send ...

Page 27: ...luded from our guarantee A Faults due to accidents customer misuse or unauthorized repairs B Consumable Parts such as Blades Spark plugs or Filters C Failure due to lack of routine maintenance D Failure as a result of not using the equipment in accordance with the manual and safety instructions E The adjustment of cables drive belts or recoil starters 4 The guarantee is valid for a period of 2 yea...

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