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Blade must always be marked with part number 81004346/3.
ENGINE
An engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual is supplied with your mower.
Please read this, it provides detailed information on engine operation, maintenance and battery care. Repair work
other than routine maintenance, should be carried out by an authorised Mounteld service dealer.
STORAGE
A little time spent on your mower after use will ensure many years of reliable mowing.
To access the underside of the cutter deck, ensure that the spark plug lead is disconnected. Then lift the front wheels
by lowering the handle until it rests on the ground. Do not tip the mower onto its side, as this will ood the air lter
with oil. Failure to maintain and care for your engine may invalidate the machine guarantee. Please see the guarantee
statement for full terms and conditions.
AFTER EACH USE
• Remove any grass pulp from the underside of the cutter deck using a non-metallic instrument such as a piece of
wood. Take care not to damage the paintwork.
• Examine the cutter blade for any damage. A damaged blade may upset the balance of your mower and cause
excessive vibration. If in doubt refer to a Mounteld authorised service dealer.
• Inspect the grass collector and clean it if necessary. If the mesh becomes clogged airow will be reduced and impair
grass collection.
• The handle can be folded down to reduce the amount of storage space required. Take care not to trap any of the
operating cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
• Store the mower in a clean, dry area well away from children’s reach, any naked ames, sparks or heat source.
Make sure that keys or tools used for maintenance are removed
LONG TERM - (if you are not using your mower for more than 30 days)
• Give the machine a thorough clean, paying particular attention to the underside
• Lubricate all moving parts
• Empty the fuel tank by running the mower out of fuel
HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION
Whenever the machine is to be handled, raised, transported or tilted you must:
– Stop the machine until the moving parts come to a complete halt.
– Remove the spark plug cap.
– Wear heavy work gloves.
– Hold the machine in the points oering a safe grip, taking into account the weight and its division.
– Use an appropriate number of people for the weight of the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle or the
place where it must be placed or collected.
– Make sure that machine movements do not cause damage or injuries.
When transporting the machine on a vehicle or trailer, always:
– Use an access ramp of suitable strength, width and length.
– Load the machine with the motor switched o and pushed by an adequate number of people.
– Lower the cutting blade assembly.
– Position it so that it cannot cause a hazard for anybody.
– Fasten rmly to the device of transport using ropes or chains to prevent it from tipping over causing damage and
fuel leaks.
FAULT FINDING
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Engine will not start
Check there is ample clean, fresh fuel in the tank. Any stale fuel needs to be drained
from the machine.
Check the cutter blade is not fouling the ground preventing free rotation.
Check the petrol ller cap isn’t on too tight - it should only be nger tight.
Engine will not stop
Check the Operator Presence Control (OPC) lever is fully released.
Remove spark plug lead to stop the engine using insulated gloves and refer to dealer.
Engine smokes Engine may be overlled with oil or may have been tipped.
Engine running unevenly
Check the petrol ller cap isn’t too tight - it should only be nger tight. If fuel is over 30
days old it has gone stale and will need replacing.
Failure to cut grass
properly
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead using heat resistant gloves.
Check blade attachment bolt is tight.
Check condition of blade.If seriously worn or damaged replace with a new one.
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