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5. OPERATION 

 

5.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS                                                                           

a)  Always use the lawnmower with the grass catcher or/ and the deflector in position. 
b)  Stop the engine before emptying the grass catcher or before you change the cutting height. 
c)  While  the  engine  is  running,  never  introduce  your  hands  or  feet  under  the  lawnmower  or  under  the 

grass ejection area.  

d)  Before mowing, remove all foreign objects from the lawn, which may be thrown by the machine. 
e)  Keep children and other people and domestic animals at a safe distance when the lawnmower is in use. 
f)  Never lift the mower while starting the engine. 
 

WARNING!  
Engine  delivered  without  oil:  add  0.5litre  of  oil  before  use.  Attention:  Every  20  hours  replace  the 
engine oil. 

 
 

                       

 

 

5.2 ENGINE STARTING                                                                                        

A.  HOT STARTING 

a) 

Press the primer button 3 - 5 times

 

 

 

b)  Pull the braking lever until it touches the upper handle. 

 

c)  Pull the starter rope until the engine starts. 

Oil volume:0.5 L 

Gasoline Tank Capacity: 

1000ml 

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Summary of Contents for RAC5174F

Page 1: ...ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS EN PETROL LAWN MOWER RAC5174F USER GUIDE CAUTION Read the instructions before using the machine...

Page 2: ...AFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 2 YOUR PRODUCT 7 3 ASSEMBLY 11 4 FILLING FUEL TANK 13 5 OPERATION 14 6 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 15 7 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 18 8 WARRANTY 19 9 PRODUCT FAILURE 20 10 WARRANTY EXC...

Page 3: ...ct visually that the blades blade assembly and blade lock are not worn or damaged Replace blades and blade assemblies that are not in good condition to maintain balance Contact the manufacturer or you...

Page 4: ...the muffler and the engine cools disconnect the battery if necessary and empty the fuel tank Check the grass catcher frequently its condition or deterioration Replace worn and damaged parts for safet...

Page 5: ...store the tool and the fuel tank indoors where there is a naked flame such as near a water heater If fuel has spilled do not attempt to start the machine but move it away from the spill before starti...

Page 6: ...cutting element Toxic fumes don t operate inside house Fuel is flammable keep fire away Do not add fuel with running machine Caution hot surface Unplug the spark plug before maintenance and repair Re...

Page 7: ...CT 2 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPION 1 Engine control lever 2 Self propelled lever 3 Superior handle 4 Inferior handle 5 Engine 6 Steel Deck 7 Grass catcher 8 Front single wheel 2 2 FUNCTION 4 IN 1 DESCRIPTION F...

Page 8: ...ide discharge Install the mulch kit Install the side discharge device as explained below NOTE Do not install the grass catcher Installation of the side discharge a Pull the unlock device b Open the si...

Page 9: ...3 Mulching Remove the grass catcher then install the mulch kit Close the flap 4 Rear discharge without grass collection Remove the mulch kit and close the flap 9...

Page 10: ...ight adjustment Wheel size Front Rear 7 10 178mm 254mm Sound pressure level LPA 84 3 dB A K 3 0dB A Guaranteed Sound Power Level 98 dB A Sound power level LwA 95 65dB A K 1 11dB A Vibration value ahw...

Page 11: ...4 screws and bolts on the mower frame Place the wheel on the frame then secure it with the 4 screws and bolts 3 2 ASSEMBLY OF GRASS BAG 1 Take the grass catcher as Fig C 2 Pull up the deflector and p...

Page 12: ...all the upper handle on the lower handle Secure it with the two screws and nuts provided You can secure the cables to the handle with the tabs provided 3 4 CUTTING HEIGHT AJUSTMENTS Two steps for cutt...

Page 13: ...d a fuel stabilizer to the fuel All fuels are not identical If start up or performance problems occur change supplier or fuel brand 4 1 FILLING TANK Fuel must meet the following criteria Clean new and...

Page 14: ...reign objects from the lawn which may be thrown by the machine e Keep children and other people and domestic animals at a safe distance when the lawnmower is in use f Never lift the mower while starti...

Page 15: ...ety components can cause accidents and the deterioration of the tool a Cleaning the mower Cut grass is damp Regular cleaning after each use will ensure better functioning of the mower and reduce the r...

Page 16: ...may cause a build up of condensation resulting in corrosion of the mower Extended shutdown and winter storage Thoroughly clean the mower Ideally run the engine outdoors until the fuel tank is empty Al...

Page 17: ...d free from all traces of grease and dust Rinse the filter cartridge in clean water and then squeeze gently to remove most of the water Let it air dry until it is completely dry WARNING Never clean th...

Page 18: ...ive 2006 42 EC EMC Directive 2014 30 EU Emission Regulation EU 2016 1628 Applicable harmonized standards EN ISO 5395 1 2013 A1 2018 EN ISO 5395 2 2013 A1 2016 A2 2017 EN ISO 14982 2009 Other applicabl...

Page 19: ...in the user manual Due to our policy of continuous product improvement we reserve the right to alter or change specifications without notice Consequently the product may be different from the informa...

Page 20: ...available before dropping off the machine Go to the repair station with the complete machine packed accompanied by the purchase invoice and the station support sheet downloadable after the service re...

Page 21: ...ct during the time necessary for repairs and more generally the costs related to the immobilization of the product The costs of a second opinion established by a third party following an estimate by a...

Page 22: ...BUILDER SAS 32 rue Aristide Berg s ZI 31270 Cugnaux France Made in PRC...

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