7• REGULAR MAINTENANCE OF YOUR LAWNMOWER (FOLLOWING)
• Tap it gently several times on a hard surface so that the execess dirt
drops off. Never try to remove dirt with a brush; brushing would
force the dirt inside the fibres. Replace the element if it is necessary
dirty.
• Replace the element, then the cover of the air filter.
Do not use solvents or petrol or compressed air to clean the
air filter. Do not oil the cartridge.
SParK PlUg
• A dirty spark plug can lead to difficulty with starting and a
constant loss of engine power.
• Periodically clean the electrode and check its gap
(see Technical Specifications) using a feeler gauge.
Do not hesitate to change a worn spark plug when necessary.
• Replace the spark plug every 100 hours.
• Use only ETESIA original spark plugs.
Always use a spark plug with the right thermal value.
carBUrETTOr, cOOling SySTEM
regularly remove grass cuttings from around the starter unit.
Clear the ventilation grille and around the engine of any
accumulations of grass. this way you will ensure that your engine is
constantly and efficiently kept cool.
The throttle control linkage must be kept perfectly clean.
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iMPOrTanT!
Regularly check the adjustment of the forward
movement clutch cables. The necessary adjustments aren’t easy to
make, by moving the screw tensioners located under the control
cables behind the control panel.
MainTEnancE Of SPEED TranSMiSSiOn
anD BlaDE BraKE
after each use, clean the system of transmission by removing it from
the grass which could have accumulated there.
Important! Regularly check the good adjustment of the advancement
clutch cable and of the blade clutch cable.
TranSPOrT
If the machine has to be raised or transported, turn off the motor.
allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the mower into
a vehicle. By precaution, disconnect the spark plug cover.
It is advisable to use a loading ramp or to have somebody help you
load and unload the mower.
Never transport the mower with petrol in the tank or with the petrol
tap open. The mower must be kept horizontal.
8• PROLONGED STOPPAGE - WINTER STORAGE - RE-STARTING UP
• Clean underneath the deck.
• Check that the air filter, etc… is in good condition and is clean.
• Completely empty all petrol from the tank.
Always emty the fuel tank in open air.
• Empty the carburretor by running the engine run till it is empty.
Close the petrol tap.
• Disconnect the spark plug cap.
• While the engine is hot, empty the oil case.
• fill with oil the casing of your engine.
• Remove the spark plug and pour the equivalent of about one soup
spoonful of oil into the cylinder.
• Make the engine run slowly (with the blade) for about ten turns so
as to spread the oil and protect the cylinder and the valves from
corrosion.
• Replace the plug.
• Before putting the machine away, allow the motor to cool Store the
lawn mower in a dry room (preferably on a concrete floor). Place
your machine on planks or a steel plate etc... to protect it against
humidity. To reduce the risks of fire, keep the mower and the
storage area free of grass, leaves and grease and of any devices that
could generate sparks.
• Obviously, you can have an approved ETESIA dealer carry out this
seasonal maintenance.
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• proceed as follows :
- Check oil level.
- Unscrew the spark plug and clean it with petrol.
- Allow to dry without replacing it.
- Pull the starter several times to expel excess oil from engine.
- Then replace the dry spark plug.
- Top up with homogenous and suitable fuel.
- Check the setting of the clutch-brake if the blade takes more than
3 seconds to stop.
- start the engine.
• Obviously, you can have an approved ETESIA dealer carry out this
seasonal maintenance. This will help to keep your lawnmower in
good condition for an immediate start next spring!
