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Remove the lawnmower from carton.
1. Carefully read and understand all instructions
before attempting to assemble the mower.
For models 101PM35, 101PM2375, 101PM45
and 101PM450 only:
2. Fold the lower handle back and insert the coach bolt
(F) from the inside out into the square hole and handle.
Attach the plastic knob and tighten (E) see diagram.
Note: There are 2 positions in which you can secure
the lower handle, choose the one relevant for the
user’s comfort.
3. Affix the upper handle using coach bolt. Attach the
plastic knob and tighten. Continue to Point 7.
For the Auto Drive mower model 101SPM45 only:
4. Attach one lower handle to the deck, and insert the
coach bolt (F) from the inside out into the square
hole and handle. Attach the plastic knob and
tighten (E). Repeat for the other handle.
5. Undo the coach bolt (H) from the assembly and
remove the long pin from the support brace (I).
Cables that are bent, kinked or damaged in any
way during installation could cause an unsafe
operating condition. An authorised Pope dealer
should be contacted if this occurs. Do not
attempt to repair cable.
10. Lift rear grass flap of the lawnmower and place
the grass catcher frame side hook on the hinge
shaft of the rear grass flap. The grass catcher is
secured to the lawnmower housing when the rear
grass flap is lowered on to the grass catcher.
Spring tension from the rear grass flap will prevent
removal of grass catcher during operation.
11. Remove plastic protection film from the engine.
12. Reconnect the spark plug wire (C) see diagram.
Warning
A
B
D
F
E
C
F
Assembly
Assembly
6. Slide the Auto Drive mechanism on to the top of
the secured handles (G). The pin should be
re-inserted through the support brace (I) and the
entire mechanism secured with the coach bolt (H).
7. Disconnect the spark plug wire (C) see diagram.
8. Engage the safety stop lever (A) by pushing
towards the handlebar on models 101PM35,
101PM2375 and 101PM45. On the Auto Drive
mower (model 101SPM45 only) the safety stop
lever should be pulled toward you. Extend the
starter cord to retainer (B) in upper handle.
9. Attach a cable tie around the throttle and blade
brake cables (D).
H
I
G
Slide pin through