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Summary of Contents for LC1P88F-1

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Page 2: ...been placed on the engine to remind you of the main precau tions to be taken Their full meaning is explained later on You are also asked to carefully read the safety regulations in the applicable chapter of this handbook Warning Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine Warning Gasoline is flammable Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refuelling Warning Engines emit c...

Page 3: ...1 A routine maintenance is essential for safe ty and for keeping a high performance level 2 Do not store the machine with fuel in the tank in an area where the fuel vapours could reach an open flame a spark or a strong heat source 3 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure 4 To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine the silencer and the fuel storage area free of grass leaves or exc...

Page 4: ...h contains Methanol d Do not add neither oil nor any kind of fuel additive OIL Use always high quality oils choosing their vis cosity grade according to the operating temper ature 4 3 4 2 4 1 4 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW a Use only detergent oil classified SF SG b Choose the SAE viscosity grade of oil from this chart from 5 to 35 C SAE 30 from 15 to 5 C 5W 30 or 10W 30 Multi viscosity from 25 to 35 C S...

Page 5: ...ing them and remove all traces of spilt petrol immediately The warranty does not cover damage to plastic parts caused by petrol IMPORTANT 5 1 3 5 1 2 5 1 1 5 1 5 STANDARDS OF USE See Technical Data chapter 8 1 for the fuel characteristics Refuelling must be made when the engine is cold following the instructions contained in the machine s Instructions Manual Spark plug cap dirt inside the cap and ...

Page 6: ...ust silencer to reduce the risk of fire CLEANING AND STORAGE a Do not spray with water or use hydraulic lances to clean the exterior of the engine b Use a compressed air gun max 6 bars for preference thus preventing debris and dust from penetrating inside c Store the lawnmower and the engine in a dry place sheltered from severe weather condi tions and sufficiently ventilated LONG STORAGE over 30 d...

Page 7: ...cur first maintenance schedule shown in the fol lowing table 1 Change oil every 25 hours if the engine is oper 2 Clean air cleaner more frequently if the machine is operating in dusty areas 3 To be carried out by a specialized Centre 6 2 IMPORTANT WARNING 6 1 6 MAINTENANCE CHANGE OIL See the specific chapter 8 1 for the oil to be used Drain oil while the engine is warm being careful not to touch t...

Page 8: ...to clean the cartridge dust and debris making sure to block the entering the engine SPARK PLUG SERVICE a b and remove any carbonaceous build up c trodes d Replace the spark plug if the electrodes are burnt or if the porcelain is broken or damaged Fire hazard Do not check the ignition system with spark plug remov ed Use only spark plugs of the re TUNING THE THROTTLE CABLE AND THE CARBURETTOR Should...

Page 9: ...plug disconnected The spark plug is wet or the spark plug electrodes are dirty or placed inade quately Air filter clogged Incorrect oil for the season Fuel evaporation in the carburetor vapor lock due to high temperatures Fault in carburation Hard starting Dirty electrodes or incorrect gap The spark plug cap is inserted incor rectly Air filter clogged Throttle trigger in CHOKE position Fault in ca...

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