DECK CLEANING
Wipe deck with a damp cloth.
UNDER DECK WASH CONNECTOR
1. Attach click on hose fitting to the connector. (Fig.11)
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 deck.
5. Turn off hose and stop engine.
6. Disconnect hose from mower.
7. Allow mower to dry before storage.
AU
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the spark plug as engine damage may occur.
CAUTION
Do not hose engine. Water can damage engine or contaminate the
fuel system.
19
Hose
Fitting
Wash
Connector
Fig. 11
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Check engine oil before every mowing session or every 8 hours or daily.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil - Oil SAE30. 500ml.
Every 25 Hours or Every Season
Change engine oil if operated under heavy load or in high ambient temperature above 35ÞC.
SAE30. 500ml.
Replace high air intake filter cartridge. (Part No. AO9183-306001)
Every 50 Hours or Every Season
Change engine oil. Use 500 ml of SAE30 oil.
Replace high air intake filter cartridge. (Part No. AO9183-306001)
Clean mower.
Mower service should be carried out by an authorised Talon service agent.
STORAGE
If mower is to be stored for over 60 days, you will need to drain the fuel, if full,
to prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburettor parts.
Remove spark plug and pour about 10ml of engine oil into cylinder, replace spark plug and
turn engine over (pull cord slowly).
SPARK PLUG
Use only Talon replacement spark plug type AO9295-305006. For best results, replace the
spark plug every 100 hours of use.
1. Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire.
2. Remove spark plug
3. Screw the replacement spark plug into the engine and tighten to 25-30 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.
18
