Webb 193801003, Original Instructions Manual

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WARNING! The following procedures must be carried out before you start the engine of your lawnmower. !
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine
1.
Make sure that your mower is
on a safe, flat area (a p aved area
or path is ideal - avoid thick wet
grass and gravel surfaces) away
from fuel or fueling area to
make starting safe.
2.
Press the fuel primer bulb
3 times.
3.
Firmly hold the brake handle
with one hand, and then with
your other hand pull the cord
slowly until you feel resistance.
Then pull vigorously with one
positive action (Fig. 7). Guide the
cord back to it’s rest position (do
not release).
4. To restart a hot engine, refer to
‘Point 3’, as priming should not
be necessary.
5. T o turn off your mower, release
the brake handle.
Fig 5
Fig 7
USING YOUR MOWER
Cutting Height Adjustment
For best results adjust the cutting
height of your mower to suit the
mowing conditions. Do not try to
remove too much grass in one pass.
Adjustment of the cutting height is
made centrally. T urn off the mower
and take the weight of the mower
by lifting. Take hold of the cut height
adjustment lever, positioned on the
mower’s right hand rear wheel.
Move the lever outwards to release
it from its locating notch. Move
the lever towards the front of the
machine to decrease the cutting height
and towards the rear to increase the
cutting height. Return the lever to
the locating notch to set the desired
cutting height.
securely into its serrated holder (Fig.
11).
Mowing your Lawn
Start your mower (see: Starting
the engine). Keep hold of the Brake
(OPC) Lever (releasing the Brake
(OPC) Lever will stop the engine to
avoid accidents) (Fig. 12). To power
the mower forward move the Drive
Lever up and forward (Fig. 13). The
mower can be pushed with the drive
disengaged for more precise handling.
After mowing and emptying the Grass
Collection Bag ensure the engine is not
running and turned o ff .
Cleaning your Mower
Cut grass is damp. Regular cleaning
Wash Port:
Fit a standard hose fitment to the
wash port. Start your mower, with
water flowing and the movement of
the blade disperses water around
the deck to clean.
after each use will ensure better
functioning of the mower and reduce
the risk of corrosion or seizure.
the engine to cool then remove
accumulated grass clippings from and
around the engine with a brush. Clean
the grass collection bag annually with
a brush or gentle spray of water and
allow to dry.
Clean underneath regularly -
disconnect the spark plug cap and tilt
the mower backwards. Remove cut
grass with a scraper and a brush.
Do not use a pressure washer or hot
water to clean the mower . Dry off the
machine before storing by leaving it
clean surface to prevent corrosion or
seizure.
Storing your Mower
Store your mower in a dry, well-
sparks or heat sources. Disconnect the
spark plug cap. Avoid storing beneath a
tarpaulin or similar cover as it may
cause condensation resulting in
corrosion.
Winter Storage:
Thoroughly clean the mower. Run
the engine outdoors until fuel tank
is empty or empty fuel using a fuel
suction pump. Dispose of discarded
fuel safely and responsibly. Run
the engine until remaining fuel is
consumed.
Remove the spark plug from the
engine. pour a tablespoon of engine
oil into the cylinder. Gently pull the
starter rope several times to distribute
the oil to protect the cylinder over
winter. Replace and tighten the spark
plug.
Transporting your Mower
Ensure the fuel tank is empty. Run
the engine until any remaining fuel is
consumed. Allow the engine to cool.
How to cut for best results
For best results cut your lawn in
alternative directions switching
direction each time you cut. Cut your
lawn at an equal and regular height.
Slightly overlap your cutting lines.
WARNING!
WARNING!
!
!
T urn mower off before
adjusting cutting height lever
T urn mower off before cleaning
Fig12
Fig11