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  Do not place hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clean the mouth of the grass extractor. 

  Never take or carry the mower while the machine is running. 

  Stop the machine and remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark plug from the spark plug: 

o

  Before cleaning or unclogging the grass extractor. 

o

  Before checking, cleaning, and working on the mower. 

o

  After hitting an object. Inspect the mower for damage and repair before re-using the mower. 

o

  If  the  mower  begins  to  vibrate  abnormally,  stop  the  engine  immediately  and  check  according  to 

previous recommendations. 

  The  controls  must  be  always  checked  if  they  are  functioning  correctly.  In  case  of  malfunction,  do  not 

use the tool and bring to a service agent for inspection.  

  Stop the engine immediately: 

o

  Every time you leave the craft. 

o

  Before refueling. 

  When the tool is stopped, park it in a safe place.  

  Move slowly when moving. 

  The lawnmower  should not be used in slopes and near  drop-offs, ditches or  embankments; if the tool 

must  be  used  in  these  kinds  of  emplacements,  take  an  extreme  precaution  and  operate  carefully  the 
tool.  

  The lawnmower safety systems or features shall not be tampered with or disabled; 

  The operator should not alter or tamper with any sealed adjustments for the engine speed control. 

 

Maintenance and storage 

  Check, check and tighten all bolts, bolts, and screws to ensure that the equipment is in safe operating 

condition. 

  Never  keep  the  mower  with  gasoline  in  the  tank  in  a  building  or  vapors  can  cause  a  bright  flame  or 

spark. 

  Allow the machine to cool before storing it in an enclosed area. 

  To  reduce  the  risk  of  fire,  keep  the  machine  clean  without  grass,  without  grease,  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 safety. 

  If the fuel tank is to be drained, it must be made outdoors. 

 

Special safety instructions 

  In  case  of  lack  of  knowledge  or  first  use  of  this  product,  we  recommend  that  you  have  a  formation/ 

training with a professional or an experienced person. 

  Always use the mower with its pick-up bag and / or deflector in the intended position.

 

  Switch off the engine before emptying the pick-up bag or before changing the cutting height.

 

  While the engine is running, never put your hands or feet under the mower or under the grass ejection 

area.

 

  Before mowing, remove all foreign objects (such as stones, toys, sticks and wires) from the grass that 

can be propelled by the machine.

 

  Keep children and pets at a safe distance while using the mower.

 

  Never lift the mower when the engine starts.

 

  Alcohol, drug, as well as illness, fever and fatigue affect your ability to respond. Do not use this tool in 

such circumstances.

 

  Never change the rated speed of the motor.

 

  Never lift or carry the tool while the engine is running.

 

  Before mowing, install the collection bag in its intended position.

 

  Do not use the mower in the event of rain or when the grass is wet.

 

  Never lift the rear of the mower when starting the engine and never place your hands or feet under the 

mower deck or in the rear ejection port while the engine is running.

 

  Turn off the engine and remove the spark plug cap in the following cases:

 

o

  Before operating under the mower deck or near the ejection opening.

 

o

  Before any maintenance, repair or verification.

 

o

  Before transporting, lifting or storing the mower.

 

o

  If you leave the mower unattended or change the cutting height.

 

o

  To remove and empty the collection bag.

 

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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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