Wolf Garten Scooter SV 4, Instruction Manual

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Safety instructions
• Engage the blade drive only when:
- handsand feet are suffi ciently far from the blade as not to be
in danger;
- when the mower is stationary;
- when the mower is not in tall grass;
- when the height adjustment is in its highest position. Once the
blade is turning, adjust blade to required height.
• Disengage the blade as soon as you cross a surface other than
grass.
• When mowing with accessories, take care to avoid projecting
cuttings in the direction of other people. Keep all children, bystan-
ders and helpers at a safe distance from the Scooter.
• Mowing should only be undertaken in the fi rst and second gears.
Do not mow in third gear or reverse gear.
Engage blade only when Scooter is stationary.
• Note: there is no such thing as a “safe”slope. Driving on slopes
requires particular care and attention.To prevent the Scooter tip-
ping over, you should:
- change gear only when Scooter is stationary;
- not stop or suddenly start whilst driving up or down a slope;
- leave the Scooter in gear when driving down slopes;
- reduce speed when on slopes or when turning;
- pay particular attention when driving on hillocks, dips and
other areas where visibility may be impaired;
- never mow parallel to a slope;
- the driver should adjust his/her position to improve safety as
on a motorbike (lean into the slope).
• Disengage blade and switch off engine:
- before fi lling tank - before removing catcher bag. Before
leaving the Scooter unattended:
- disengage drive by removing foot from transmission pedal
- move gear change lever to neutral – switch off engine and
remove ignition key.
• Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key and spark plug
connector:
- before removing any blockages or clogged cuttings in the
deck
- before checking the machine, cleaning it or carrying out
repairs
- if an object has been hit and possible damage needs to be
inspected and necessary repairs need to be carried out
- if the machine starts to vibrate in an unusual manner and an
immediate inspection is necessary.
Maintenance and storage
• Maintenance work and cleaning as well as removal of deflector-
plate are only to be undertaken when the engine has been swit-
ched off and the spark plug lead and ignition key have been
removed. Gloves should always be worn.
• Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screws, in particular the bolt
securing the blade, are fastened tightly and that the machine is
in a safe condition.
• Never store the Scooter in a building with petrol in the tank,
whereby the petrol fumes could become ignited by a naked
flame or a spark.
• Let the engine cool down before storing the Scooter in an
enclosed area.
• To minimise the risk of a fire starting keep the areas around
the engine,the exhaust,the battery and the petrol tank free from
grass, leaves, oil deposits or other combustible material.
• Replace all worn or damaged parts to avoid risk to personal
safety and to ensure correct operation.
If the petrol tank needs emptying, do so outside.
• Clean the unit with a hand brush after every application; do not
use water, especially high pressure sprays. Store Scooter in a
clean, dry place.
• Note: Sharpening and changing blade.Blade should always
be sharpened orreplaced byan approved Service Agentas
balancing of the blade according to safety regulations should
be carried out.
• IfanypartsotherthanWOLForiginalpartsareused,thereisnolongera
guar-anteethattherequired safetystandardswillbeattained. If the
mower is tipped to one side, ensure that the carburettor faces
upwards.
• The Scooter can be carried by picking it up to the left and right
of the seat.
• After charging the batteries with the mains charger (available
as an accessory) check that the connectors are correctly and
firmly in place.
Operation
Operating times
Please check noise abatement regulations prevailing in
your country.
Top up with engine oil and fuel (fi g. A)
Petrol fi ller cap and oil fi lter cap are situated under
the seat. Lift seat at rear end and slide backwards to
remove.
Filling with oil
The Scooter must be topped up to the “Full”mark on the
dipstick with 0,6 l of (HD SAE30 /SAE15W40) priorto the
initialset-up proce-dure. Replace oil fi ll plug. Check oil level
regularly before mowing.
Filling with petrol
No smoking, no naked fl ame. Do not fi ll tank when engine is
running. Avoid spil-lage of petrol when engine is warm. Avoid
inhaling petrol fumes. Use any four star petrol or lead free
petrol from start. Tank capacity1,5 litre.
Attach grass bag (fi g. B )
Guide bag under rear upper edge of mower (1) and press it
fi rmly into the sup-port hooks provided (2).
Attaching defl ector-plate
Instead ofagrasscatcheradefl ector-plate can be fi tted. This
accessory can be used on larger lawns or informal areas
where the cuttings are not to be collected but left on the
lawn.The defl ector-plate is available as an extra.
Part no. 6150091.
Engaging drive
Never start ordrive in enclosed or poorly ventilated area. Never
change gear whilst driving. Under absolutely no circumstances
are passengers allowed to be carried on the Scooter. Operate
the mower only with the Scooter in a standing position.
Moving the Scooter without the engine running (fi g. F)
To move the Scooter without the engine running it is nece-ssary
to select the neutral position “N” and press the right foot pedal.
The clutch is now free and the Scooter can easily be pushed.
Insert transport device (key fob) into depressed foot pedal on
the right of Scooter as shown in illustration (2, 1)!
(
Starting motor: Remove transport device, isert key with fob
into ignition lock and start as specifi ed in the owner’s manual).