3. Pull the recoil starter (F3) cord towards you until you
feel the full resistance, return the handle slowly then
pull the handle firmly towards you to its full extent.
4. After the engine has started, allow to run for 30
seconds before commencing to use.
To stop your lawnmower - release the start/stop lever
POWERDRIVE LAWNMOWER
1. Follow the procedure for Push lawnmowers.
2. Forward drive is engaged and disengaged with the
Powerdrive lever (on right hand side of handle when
viewed from the rear).
3. Releasing the Powerdrive Lever stops the forward
drive automatically.
To stop your lawnmower - release the Powerdrive lever,
then the start/stop lever.
Maintenance
F3
Always remove the spark plug lead before repair,
cleaning or maintenance work.
All nuts, bolts and screws should be checked for
tightness after 5 hours use.
Check the oil.
Push the handle down to ground level when tilting the
mower for cleaning purposes. This will avoid oil spillage.
Regularly
1. Hose down or brush off all grass, leaves, etc., from the
mower.
2. Check the oil level.
Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges could
cause injury.
USE GLOVES
Renew your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2
years whichever is the sooner - regardless of condition.
If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a new
one.
ANNUALLY CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING:
1. Sharpening and balancing the cutter blade.
Remove the spark plug lead. Remove the cutter blade
and take it to a service workshop for sharpening and
balancing. When reassembling the blade ensure that
the retaining washer is flat and not dished, tighten the
bolt to a torque of 35-40 Nm. (G)
2. Change the oil after each season or after 25 hours.
Run the engine until warm. Remove the spark plug
lead. Remove the blade to gain access to the oil drain
plug, using a
3
/8” sq. drain plug key. Refer to the
Engine Owners Manual. Open the drain plug
underneath the mower and let the oil run out. Refit the
plug and fill with new oil.
3. Remove cover and take out the air filter.(H1 & H2)
4. Clean the filter with warm, soapy water and dry
thoroughly. Add 2-3 spoons of oil, distributing evenly
throughout the filter.
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Starting and Stopping cont’d
H1
H2
