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DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT

Parts description (Fig. A)

1.  Upper handle
2.  Rope guide
3.  Engine
4.  Height adjustment lever
5.  Grass collection bag
6.  Fixing knob
7.  STOP/START-lever
8.  Self-propelled switch lever

Check the delivery parts (Fig. B)

Remove the machine from its packaging carefully and make sure that all of the following parts 
are present:

a.  Main mower deck (with upper handle attached)
b.  Lower handle
c.  Fixing knob x2
d.  Rope guide
e.  Screw x2
f. 

Grass collection bag 

g.  Manual
h.  Warranty card
i. 

Cable clip 

j. 

Spark plug wrench

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until 

these parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious 
personal injury.

NOTE:

 Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling 

guidelines.

INSTALLATION

WARNING:

 Always take care when removing the packaging, to prevent damage to 

you or to the lawn mower. This item requires a two-person lift to remove it from the 
packaging. Make sure that you have sufficient space to put the lawn mower down. 
Keep your feet apart so that you have a stable position; bend at the knees and keep 
your back straight. Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling 
schemes.

Assemble the lower handle (Fig. C&D)

1.  Remove the packaging from the handle. Set the height adjustment to the lowest 

position, Insert the lower handle into the deck as shown and on each side and fix it with 
a self-tapping screw.

Assemble the upper handle (Fig. E)

1.  Lift the upper handle, and lock in place using the fixing knob and tensioning bolts. 

Ensure the lower and upper handles are firmly connected.

2.  Ensure the rope guide is on the right side, when you stand behind the mower. Engage 

the brake lever, and pull the start cord to hang it on the rope guide.

NOTE:

 Make sure that you attach the rope guide between the handle and tension 

knob.

Attach cable clips (Fig. F)

Ensure that the cable clips supplied are used to fix the cable to the lower handle.

Assemble the grass bag

IMPORTANT!

 Make sure the grass collection bag is in place before starting the 

engine.

1.  Attach the grass bag to the frame by fixing all the plastic hooks. (Fig. G)
2.  Hook the collection bag onto the mower. (Fig. H)
3.  Release the safety flap.

Summary of Contents for GM R40A

Page 1: ...1 READ UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL Save all warnings and instructions for future reference GM R40A XSZ40B PETROL LAWNMOWER Original Instructions GB ...

Page 2: ...assembling and operating the petrol lawnmower It is dangerous to operate this product without being familiar with these instructions Keep this manual in a safe place and have it ready for future reference A B a b c d e f g i h 1 2 3 7 8 6 4 5 ...

Page 3: ...4 5 C K E M G I D L F N O H J 1 2 X3 ...

Page 4: ...TY WARNINGS Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions designated by the symbol Save all warnings and instructions for future reference Always ensure anyone intending to operate this machine is fully conversant with the con...

Page 5: ...pment when barefoot or wearing open toed sandals 2 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the machine 3 Petrol is highly flammable store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose a Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling b Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or ...

Page 6: ... Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable making sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop a Before clearing blockages or unclogging the chute b Before checking cleaning or working on the lawn mower c After striking a foreign object inspect the lawn mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawn mower d If the lawn mower starts to vibrate abnorm...

Page 7: ... symbols and the explanations with them require your careful attention and full understanding The symbol warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures WARNING Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this operators manual including all safety alert symbols such as DANGER WARNING...

Page 8: ...ngine displacement 127 1 cm3 Engine power 2 kW Max engine speed 2900 r min Cutting width 40 cm Grass bag capacity 45 L Fuel tank capacity 0 8 L Oil tank capacity 0 4 L Measured sound power level 94 dB A K 0 76 dB A Guaranteed sound power level 96 dB A Vibration 5 21 m s2 k 1 5m s2 Spark type TORCH F5RTC F7RTC Net weight 19 4 kg WARNING Depending on how the product is actually used the vibration va...

Page 9: ...to put the lawn mower down Keep your feet apart so that you have a stable position bend at the knees and keep your back straight Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes Assemble the lower handle Fig C D 1 Remove the packaging from the handle Set the height adjustment to the lowest position Insert the lower handle into the deck as shown and on each side and fix it wi...

Page 10: ...upper handle D Operate the starter as described above Filling with engine oil Fig I IMPORTANT The following procedures and adjustments must be performed before the engine is started Do not attempt to make any of these adjustments while the engine is running This engine is shipped without oil or petrol any oil residue is from testing prior to shipping The engine must be filled with the correct grad...

Page 11: ...mower deck Store the lawn mower on a flat and level surface with all 4 wheels on the ground Store in a dry safe place which is not accessible by children or people who are not familiar with operation Storing the lawn mower for extended periods CAUTION Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed areas near fire or when smoking Petrol fumes can cause explosions and fire Always carry the product on its ...

Page 12: ...he oil Tilt the lawn mower towards the oil filler have a container ready to catch the oil and remove the dipstick Once the oil has been emptied wipe clean any spillages Refill with 470ml SAE 30 oil or equivalent i e SAE 10W 30 When the dipstick is rested on the filler pipe the oil level must be between the min and max marks on the dipstick See Filling with engine oil Do not overfill MAINTENANCE AN...

Page 13: ...ion Cutting height is too low Blade is worn Grass bag is clogged Set correct height Replace the blade Clear any clogged grass debris DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY To the provisions of Council Directives We SUMEC UK Unit A B Escrick Business Park Escrick York YO19 6FD United Kingdom Declare that the product Description Petrol lawnmower Model No XSZ40B GM R40A Function Cutting grass Complies with the es...

Page 14: ...05 88 EC Conformity Assessment Procedure as Per Annex III Measured Sound Power Level 94 dB A Declared Guaranteed Sound Power Level 96 dB A Relative Notified Body NB no 0905 Intertek Deutschland GmbH Stangenstraße 1 70771 Leinfelden Echterdingen Emission 2016 1628 EU Standards and technical specification referred to EN ISO 5395 1 2013 A1 2018 EN ISO 5395 2 2013 A1 2016 A2 2017 EN ISO 14982 2009 Aut...

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