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• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire,

bones and other foreign, hard objects before mowing; they could be thrown by the blade.

• Never mow while barefoot or wearing open toe sandals or thongs. 

Wear long trousers and heavy-duty shoes. It is advisable to wear suitable eye and hearing
protection.

• Read the Owner’s Manual carefully and know the controls. Learn how to stop the engine

quickly in an emergency.

• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before attempting to clear blockages,

checking or working on the mower.

• Never attempt to adjust cutting height with the engine running.

• Never operate the equipment in wet grass, always be sure of your footings, keep a firm grip on

the handles and walk, never run and never walk backwards while cutting grass.

• Check all nuts, bolts and screws before starting. Always be sure your mower is in a safe

operating condition. Use only replacement parts made or guaranteed by Talon Tools.

• Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke while refueling engine. Add fuel before starting the

engine. Never remove fuel cap with engine running or add petrol while the engine is
running. If petrol is spilt, do not attempt to start the engine. Clean all spilt fuel and move the
mower away from the spilled area. Avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours
have dissipated.

• Replace worn or damaged blades, as worn blades and worn bolts are major hazards.

• Mow only in good daylight.

• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes can collect, as they

can be lethal.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Always keep clear of the blades and

discharge opening.

• Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower even for a moment, before cleaning and

when making any adjustments or inspections.

• Mow across the face of slope, never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

• Stop the engine when crossing gravel driveways, walks or roads.

• Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the blades.

• Store fuel in a cool place in an approved container specifically designed for the purpose. In

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SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NO.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AM3060

Engine: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Talon Surefire 145 Four Stroke
Engine Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3000 r.p.m
Fuel Tank Capacity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .900ml
Oil Tank Capacity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500ml
Air Filter Element  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Paper Cartridge
Air Filter Location  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Handle Bar
Cutting Width  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480cm (19”)
Blades  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Swing Back
Height Adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Position Single Lever
Cutting Heights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15mm to 66mm
Wheel Size (F/Rmm)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200/200mm
Bearing Type  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ball Bearings
Tread  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rubber
Grass Catcher  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53L Solid Plastic
Mulching Plug  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Optional
Under Deck Wash Port  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Yes
Weight (Incl. Catcher)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38kg

GENERAL IDENTIFICATION

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Top Folding Handle

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Engine Control Lever

3.

High Intake Air Cleaner

4.

Air Tube

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Locking Knob

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Starter Handle

7.

Oil Filler Cap

8.

Fuel Filler Cap

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Muffler Housing

10.

Under Deck Wash Connector

11.

Spark Plug

12.

Cast Aluminium Ball Bearing 

Wheels

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Primer Bulb

14.

Fuel Tap

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING 

The safety of user and others involved. Personal injury may result if information is

disregarded.

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Summary of Contents for AM3060

Page 1: ...he store receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty Card The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase notwithstanding any subsequent repair or parts replacement No additional warranty or guarantee other than set out in this document whether written or verbal is authorised to be made on the Company s behalf The purcha...

Page 2: ...rk plug to 25 30 N m Spark plug leads loose or Install spark plug lead on spark plug disconnected from plug Spark plug gap is incorrect Set gap between electrodes at 0 6 to 0 7mm Spark plug is defective Install new correctly gapped plug Carburetor is flooded with fuel Remove spark plug lead and remove plug Switch fuel tap off Pull starter rope 6 times to clear cylinder of fuel Clean and dry spark ...

Page 3: ...ot operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes can collect as they can be lethal Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Always keep clear of the blades and discharge opening Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower even for a moment before cleaning and when making any adjustments or inspections Mow across the face of slope never up and down Exercise extreme cautio...

Page 4: ...un Never use the mower unless the grass catcher or guards provided are in position GRASS CATCHER 1 Position the two catcher halves as shown in Figure 1A Align the locating lugs marked 1 2 at the front of the catcher With the catcher base on the ground push the top section on each side of locator lug 1 until it clicks into place Figure 1B Repeat this process for locator lug 2 2 Continue working fro...

Page 5: ... checked for oil level every 8 hours running or daily and the oil should be drained and replaced after every 50 hours of use See Engine Lubrication section for oil change information FUEL USE ONLY CLEAN FRESH PETROL AT ALL TIMES preferably unleaded with an octane rating of at least 77 Four stroke cycle engines use straight fuel FUEL FILLING 1 Position the mower on a level surface in a well ventila...

Page 6: ...ee service from your mower Carry out the regular maintenance described in the manual and check the engine mounting bolts regularly to be sure they are tight ENGINE CONTROL This is mounted at the centre of the handle It operates the choke for starting and allows you to set the governed speed of the engine while cutting or to stop the engine You will not need to change the control setting constantly...

Page 7: ...RTING Stand the mower on a paved drive or path where the blade is clear of the grass If you must start on the lawn move to an already cut area and or raise the cutting height Do not start the mower on a gravel surface Start a warm engine with the control in the START position Keep the mower clean underneath HARD START CHECKLIST Look for these faults Fuel 1 Insufficient fuel in tank 2 Fuel tap shut...

Page 8: ...0 N m torque and replace spark plug wire 4 Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7mm AU MAINTENANCE CAUTION Never tip mower sideways To gain access to blades or cutting disc tilt backwards so spark plug is up CAUTION Failure to properly service your mower will reduce it s operating performance and could void warranty Service costs are not covered by warranty 16 Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals ...

Page 9: ...ng 4 Replace cover Ensure cover is locked in place AU CAUTION Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter foam element 18 Clip Paper Filter DECK CLEANING Wipe deck with a damp cloth UNDER DECK WASH CONNECTOR 1 Attach click on hose fitting to the connector Fig 12 2 Start mower and set engine speed control to FAST 3 Turn hose on 4 Allow approximately ONE MINUTE to clean the underside of the dec...

Page 10: ...s 4 For best results when mulching cut off only the top third or less of the grass Cutting lower than this will have a detrimental effect on the mulching performance When mulching turning the mower at the end of a strip you may notice unmulched grass The mower deck is naturally tilted upward when turning so that the air flow which holds the grass in position for re cutting is momentarily decreased...

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