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The engine air cleaner element must be serviced (cleaned) after 25 hours normal
mowing. The foam element must be serviced regularly if the mower is used in dry
dusty conditions.

TO CLEAN AIR FILTER

1. Remove screw.

2. Press down the two tabs on top of the filter cover. Remove cover.

3. Wash filter element in soap water. 

DO NOT USE GASOLINE!

4. Air dry filter element.

5. Place a few drops of SAE30 oil on the foam filter and squeeze tightly to remove

any excess oil.

6. Reinstall filter.

NOTE: Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to be cleaned.

• The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. By this time the grass has

had a chance to dry out. Also the sensitive newly cut grass area isn’t exposed to
the direct sun.

• For healthy growth, grass should not be cut too short. Using the lowest settings

can result in destruction of the crown of grass, allowing flat lying weeds to
develop.

• Vary your cutting pattern from week to week. One week mow your lawn from

north to south, the next week, mow your lawn from east to west. This will help
prevent matting and graining of the grass.

• For best performance, always keep the mower blade sharp. A blunt blade tends to

tear, not cut, the blades of grass.

• When cutting very long grass, a preliminary cut on a high setting, followed by a

lower cut (preferably a day or so later), will minimise the overall time required for
the job.

• Do not try to cut too much off the grass at one time. This can cause excessive

loads to be put on the engine and also affect the mulching performance.

• It is recommended that the lowest cut height setting when mulching is #4. For best

results when mulching, cut off only the top third (or less) of the grass. Cutting
lower than this will have a detrimental effect on the mulching performance.

• When mulching, turning the mower at the end of a strip you may notice

unmulched grass. The mower deck is naturally tilted upward when turning so that
the air-flow which holds the grass in position for re-cutting is momentarily
decreased. After mowing the lawn, you can go back and mow only the turns so
that the clippings are no longer visible.

• Clean the mowing chamber frequently to remove grass build-up. This will keep

mowing performance at its best, especially when mulching. Avoid cutting your lawn
when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching
action of the mower.

• If you are not collecting the cut grass, mow in a pattern that deposits the clippings

on the previously cut path. So, if your mower discharges clippings on the left, the
next cut should be to the right of the previous one, and vice-versa.

• When cutting close to obstructions such as tree trunks, and when mowing to the

edge of a lawn where there is no wheel support, use the left side of the mower,
giving a useful blade ‘overhang’ for ready access to awkward areas.

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Filter Cover

Fig. 12

Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter foam element.

CAUTION

ENGINE AIR CLEANER

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MOWING TIPS

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Страница 1: ...s been used for industrial purposes Should service become necessary during the warranty period the purchaser should contact an Authorised Service Agent or the Company In order to obtain warranty service the purchaser must present the store receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty Card The period of the warranty begins from the original da...

Страница 2: ... user and others involved Personal injury may result if information is disregarded WARNING Follow instructions to avoid mower damage and possible loss of warranty CAUTION Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Talon product This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Talon walk behind mowers Please read and understand this manual before using your new mower If assistance is requ...

Страница 3: ... do not attempt to start the engine Clean all spilt fuel and move the mower away from the spilled area Avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated Replace worn or damaged blades as worn blades and worn bolts are major hazards Mow only in good daylight Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes can collect as they can be lethal Do not put hands ...

Страница 4: ...Turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing and reduce the throttle setting during engine run out Never cut grass while walking backwards Walk never run Never use the mower unless the grass catcher or guards provided are in position 6 Please refer to the following sections when preparing the mower for it s first use GRASS CATCHER 1 Position the two catcher halves as shown in Figure 1A Align the ...

Страница 5: ...sion of the fuel CAUTION Petrol vapour is highly flammable and explosive Handle with extreme care Store in an approved container Do not fill tank when engine is running or is still hot Do not allow open flame matches or smoking nearby Fill tank outdoors in a well ventilated area Wipe away any spills and move the mower away from any petrol fumes before starting engine WARNING Please read and unders...

Страница 6: ...th a jerk or release it until fully rewound 6 When engine has warmed up for a short time move the engine control lever to the desired speed position for cutting Never run the engine indoors or in poorly ventilated areas engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odourless and deadly gas keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from moving parts WARNING 11 Fuel tap Primer Fig 8 ENGINE CONTROL T...

Страница 7: ...lug wire 2 Dirty spark plug electrodes 3 Incorrect spark plug gap 4 Incorrect spark plug type Other 1 Choked air filter dirt or oil 2 Incorrect adjustment of engine control cable 3 Cutting blade obstructed STOPPING 1 Move the engine control to STOP 2 Release the drive clutch lever 13 12 1 Pull the drive clutch lever upwards and hold it against the handle bar to propell the mower forward The speed ...

Страница 8: ... refer drawing below to loosen rotate anti clockwise to tighten rotate clockwise Blade bolt torque 14 8 22 0 ft lb 20 30 N m Always use genuine original equipment parts to ensure safety and proper performance Substitute parts can be disappointing and dangerous CAUTION 15 Fig 11A Fig 11B CUT HEIGHT CONTROL Turn mower off before adjusting cutting height The single point cut height control adjusts al...

Страница 9: ...ambient temperature above 35ÞC SAE30 500ml Clean air filter foam element Every 50 Hours or Every Season Change engine oil SAE30 500ml Clean air filter foam element Clean mower Mower service should be carried out by an authorised Talon service agent STORAGE If mower is to be stored for over 60 days you will need to drain the fuel if full to prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential ca...

Страница 10: ...ry to cut too much off the grass at one time This can cause excessive loads to be put on the engine and also affect the mulching performance It is recommended that the lowest cut height setting when mulching is 4 For best results when mulching cut off only the top third or less of the grass Cutting lower than this will have a detrimental effect on the mulching performance When mulching turning the...

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