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If you have to replace the blade because of its poor condition, only
use original spare parts of equal size and shape.
Before you start, carefully study the components and figure M. If you
are not familiar with handling and assembling mechanical compo-
nents, we recommend that you contact an authorised service centre.
Avoid turning the blade by hand as it is directly connected to the piston
and may compress the engine combustion chamber.
1. Wear protective gloves.
2. Fig. M1: Disconnect the spark plug cap (pos.16) from the spark plug
(pos.15) to prevent suddenly starting the machine, and empty the tank.
4. Fig. M2: Tilt the lawnmower as shown in the figure to gain access under
the machine (tank cap and carburettor will be in the upper part). Secure
the position with straps to prevent the machine from falling on you.
5. Fig. M3: Use one hand to hold the blade (pos.22) away from
the cutting area, and using a socket hex key, unscrew the screw
(pos.23). Remove the washer (pos.24) and remove the blade.
6. Fig. M4: Sharpen the two cutting edges of the blade, while retaining
the cutting angle.
7. Fig. M5: Check the balancing of the blade; if necessary, sharpen
one of the cutting edges more in order to counterbalance.
8. Fig. M6: Reinstall the blade on the end of the engine shaft (pay
attention to the positioning pins and the respective holes on the
blade); the cutting edge must face the soil. Insert the washer and
tighten the screw with a tightening torque of 30 Nm.
9. Visually check that the blade is correctly assembled.
10. Return the lawnmower to a horizontal position and start the engine
to carry out a dry test run for 30 seconds.
PROBLEMS, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS
PROBLEM
CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
The engine
does not start
Start-up lever not
pressed
Fully press down the start-up lever
No fuel in the tank
Refill with fuel
Old, dirty fuel or
fuel contains water
Empty the tank and refill with new
fuel
The fuel lines are
clogged or bent
Clean the fuel lines and check that
they are not bent
Tank is dirty or con-
tains water
Completely empty the tank and refill
with new fuel
Dirty, worn or bro-
ken spark plug
Clean the spark plug and check the
distance between the electrodes,
replace if necessary.
Spark plug cap di-
sconnected
Put the spark plug cap back on
Mechanical or elec-
trical failure
Contact an authorised service centre
The engine
s t a r t s b u t
stops imme-
diately. The
engine stops
during trim-
ming
The fuel tank cap has
a clogged bleed hole
Clean the fuel tank cap
No fuel
Refuel
Defective spark plug Replace spark plug
The grass prevents
the blade from rota-
ting (possible when
the box is full).
Empty the grass collection box and
clean the casing interior.
Excessive cutting
height.
Lower the cutting height.
T h e g r a s s
collection box
is not filling
up and the
grass stays
in the lawn.
The grass is wet
Mow on dry grass
The grass collec-
tion box ventilation
slots are clogged
Clean the collection box
The machine
has trouble
trimming
Blade has no cut-
ting edge
Sharpen the two cutting edges
Blade installed
backwards
Remove the blade and reinstall it in
the correct sense
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WARNING! If the machine still fails to operate correctly after
you have carried out the above operations, or in the event of ano-
malies other than those described above, take it to an authorised
service centre showing proof of purchase, and ask for original
spare parts. Always provide the information shown on the tech-
nical data label.
STORAGE
Clean the machine and all its accessories thoroughly (see Mainte-
nance section). Protect unpainted parts with protective oil and use
original packaging to protect the machine.
Store the machine in a stable and safe position out of children’s reach.
The place must be dry, free from dust, temperate and protected from
direct sunlight.
Keep children and unauthorised personnel out of the storage room.
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WARNING! Hot surfaces. Some parts of the machine may stay
hot for several hours after it has been switched off. Wait for it to
cool down completely before storing it.
1. Remove all the fuel from the tank.
2. Pour a few drops of engine oil into the spark plug hole, put back
the spark plug and put the engine in the compression stroke
(slowly operate the recoil starter lever).
DISPOSAL
In order to protect the environment, proceed according to the local
laws in force. Contact the relevant authorities for more information.
When the machine is no longer usable or repairable, take the machine
and its packaging to a recycling centre.
WARRANTY
The product is protected by law against non-compliance with the de-
clared characteristics provided it is used only in the manner described
in the instructions, it has not been tampered with in any way, it has
been stored properly, has been repaired by authorized and, where
applicable, have been used only original spare parts.
In the case of industrial or professional use or when using such a
guarantee is valid for 12 months.
To issue a claim under warranty you must present proof of purchase
to your dealer or authorized service center.
