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IMPORTANT
For the instructions relative to the engine and
the battery, please read the relevant instruction
handbooks.
Equipment which is marked with an asterisk (*)
comes as standard in certain models or countries.
Certain models do not have throttle control. The
engine’s speed is set for optimal function and min-
imal exhaust emissions.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols can be found on the
machine to remind you of the care and attention
that are required during use.
The symbols mean:
Important: Read the instruction handbook
before using the
Warning! Keep onlookers away. Beware of
objects being flung out.
Warning! Keep hands and feet clear of the
cutting deck when the machine is running.
Warning! Before starting any repair work,
remove the spark plug cable from the spark
plug.
Warning! Always tilt the lawnmower
backwards when cleaning the
underside. Petrol and oil can run out if the lawn-
mower is tilted in the other direction.
INSTALLATION
HANDLEBAR (Type I)
1. Set the highest cutting height (position 4, see
also under heading “CUTTING HEIGHT”)
2. The parts used for installation of the lower sec-
tion of the steering handle are installed in a
package. Remove the parts from the lower hole
on the chassis. Then fold the lower section of
the steering handle up and fit the parts. NOTE
that the washer
A
should be fitted between the
screw and the plastic bushing (fig. 1).
3. Fold the upper section of the steering handle up
and tighten the lock knobs (fig. 2).
HANDLEBAR (Type II)
Raise the upper part of the handle and place it
behind the machine. Fold up the lower part of the
handle and tighten the locking wheels
A
(fig. 3).
Then attach the upper part of the handle. There is
also a lug on the right hand side for the starter han-
dle (fig. 2).
Storage position: Release the locking wheels on
the lower part of the handle and fold it forwards.
Then release the locking wheels on the upper part
of the handle and fold it backwards (fig. 4).
NOTE! Check that the wires are not caught or bro-
ken when the handle is unfolded or folded.
CABLE HOLDER
Secure the cables in the cable holders
E
(fig. 5).
BATTERY (*)
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic and
corrosive. It can cause serious corrosion
damage etc. Avoid all contact with skin,
eyes and clothing.
Before starting for the first time the battery should
be charged for 24 hours, see further information
under the heading MAINTENANCE, BATTERY.
Insert ignition key (*) into the ignition lock.
USING THE MOWER
STARTING THE ENGINE
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. 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.
6).
4a Manual start: Grasp the starter handle and start
the engine by pulling briskly on the starter cord.
4b Electric start (
K
*): Start the engine by turning
the ignition key clockwise. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts. Always make short
attempts at starting in order to prevent dis-
charging the battery.
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