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Thank you for choosing our machine. Hereinafter it will be referred
to as “petrol lawnmower”.
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WARNING! The petrol lawnmower is ideal for mowing grass on
open and flat surfaces, such as a garden. Any other use is prohibited.
This manual contains information deemed necessary for proper use,
knowledge and standard machine maintenance. They do not include
information on gardening techniques; the user can find additional
information in specific books or publications or by attending specia-
lised training courses.
COMPONENTS
Refer to fig. A and following;
1. Upper handle
2. Engine on/off lever
3. Forward clutch lever
5. Lower handle
6. Fixing plate
7. Fastening handwheel
8. Cable locking clamp
9. Handle support
10. Recoil starter handle
11. Casing
12. Wheel
13. Fender (where fitted)
14. Rear door
15. Grass collection box
16. Side door (where fitted)
17. Internal combustion engine
18. Lubricant level and topping up cap
19. Spark plug
20. Spark plug cap
21. Fuel tank
22. Fuel cap
23. Air filter
24. Exhaust
25. Cutting height adjustment lever
26. Blade
27. Screw
28. Washer
29. Deflector (where fitted)
30. Discharge closure (where fitted)
31. Carburettor priming pump
32. Fuel cock (if present)
33. Fuel filter (where fitted)
35. Drive unit (where fitted)
36. Transmission belt (where fitted)
37. Oil drain plug (where fitted)
38. Cable tensioner (where fitted)
39. Fitting for washing (where fitted)
INSTALLATION
! WARNING! The manufacturer is not liable for any direct and/
or indirect damage caused by incorrect installation.
TRANSPORT
Always use the packaging when transporting the machine; this will
protect it from impact, dust and humidity which can compromise
normal operation.
During transportation, unhook the box, disconnect the spark plug cap,
fold the upper part of the handle over the engine (after loosening the
fastening handwheels) and completely empty the fuel tank.
Lift the machine with a second person to help you, never by yourself,
keeping it horizontal. If transporting on a vehicle, secure the machine
using tensioning straps in order to prevent sudden movements due to
braking, driving around corners, driving over bumps, etc.
HANDLING
Carrying the machine over a non-grassy area must always be done
with the engine off, pushed by the user. It is possible to keep the
engine on over already cut grass, and take advantage of the drive
(where fitted), though it is possible that passage of the lawnmower
may “mark” the grass with an unattractive result.
SWITCHING ON
When choosing where to use the machine, the following should be
considered:
• that there is no bad weather, such as rain or storms.
• that there should be a large operational area free from obstacles.
• that the area is well lit with natural or artificial light.
• That the turf is suitable for mowing and the grass is not excessively
tall, that it is not wet, and that it is free of rocks, protruding tree roots,
branches, pipes, electric cables, objects, etc. that would damage
the machine and endanger the user.
• that unauthorised personnel, children and pets are not present.
ASSEMBLY
! WARNING! Before carrying out the following operations, ensure
that the spark plug cap is disconnected.
Take the machine and its components out and visually ensure that
they are in perfect condition.
THROTTLE CONTROL AND HANDLE ASSEMBLY (fig. C)
1. Fig. C1: Remove the lower handle (pos. 5) and fasten it with screws
(pos.7) to the two plates (pos. 6) of the machine, to the right and
left of the rear door (pos. 14). In some models, there is more than
one position for fastening the lower handles, for adjusting the final
height of the upper handle. The shields and control cables must be
positioned above the handle. Note: the lower handle may consist
of two parts, rather than just one.
2. Fig. C2: Take the upper handle (pos. 1) and position it at the end
of the lower handle, aligning the fixture holes.
3. Fig. C3: Screw the handwheels (pos. 7) keeping the cable sheaths
above the handle. If the hardware is quick release (handwheel and
lever), then screw the handwheel without tightening and then tilt the
lever by 90°. Insert the clamps (pos. 8) above the handles in order
to secure the sheaths and control cables.
4. Fig. C4: Insert the threaded part of the ring support (pos. 9) for the
starter handle (pos. 10) on the hole on the right side of the upper
handle and slightly tighten the nut. Now, grip the starter handle
located above the engine, slowly pull it up to the support and insert
the cord inside the ring. At this point, tighten the nut all the way and
release the handle, which will stay on the freshly installed support.
5. Fig. C5: Install the gas control lever (pos. 4) on the hole in the
left side of the upper handle and tighten the nut all the way. Do a
test run and by operating the lever back and forth, the lever should
move freely.
ASSEMBLY OF THE GRASS COLLECTION BOX (Fig. D)
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WARNING! Hooking and unhooking the grass collection box
while using the lawnmower must only take place while the engine
is switched off, with the blade completely still and the spark plug
cap off.
1. Fig. D1: Lift the rear door (pos. 14) and keep it open. Note that in
the grass collection box (pos. 15) there are protruding ends that