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11 MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT - Regular, careful maintenance is essential for keeping the safety level and
original performance of the machine unchanged in time.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Regular maintenance is essential for safety and performance.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach
an open flame, a spark or a source of extreme heat.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine; exhaust silencer, battery compartment and
petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Do not leave containers
with grass cuttings in doors.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. For reasons of safety, do not use the
equipment with worn or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Parts
that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your
safety.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is
cool.
Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade.
Check the blade's balance after sharpening.
Check the self-closing guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear and deterioration.
Whenever the machine is to be handled, transported or tilted you must:
wear strong working gloves;
grasp the machine at the points that offer a safe grip, taking account of the weight and its
distribution.
11.1
Oil (fill / check)
Before each subsequent use the oil level must be checked and if necessary topped up with
SAE30 engine oil.
Put on your mower on a level surface.
Unsrew & remove the oil cap/dipstick on the side of the engine, the oil level must be
between upper (max.) & lower (min.) limit.
CAUTION : DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on start-
up
Re-tighten oil cap securely;
Wipe clean spilled oil.
Important: Change oil every 50 hours or every season.
11.2
Changing /draining the oil.
The oil drain plug is located under the dipstick, at the base of the engine.
Have a container ready to catch the oil.
Remove the drain plug.
Once the oil has been emptied, replace the drain plug.
Make sure that the washer is in place !
To fill proceed as described under 11.1 oil (fill/check).
Start the engine and allow it to run briefly. Stop the engine, wait one minute and check the oil
level. Top up if necessary.
11.3
Draining the fuel tank / carburettor
Place an approved gasoline container below the carburettor, and use a funnel to avoid
spilling fuel.
Remove the drain bolt, then move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
After all the fuel has drained into the container, reinstall the drain bolt and washer.
Tighten the drain bolt securely.
