MOWER CLEANING
For engine cleaning, remove the ignition key and wait 10-15 minutes for the
engine to cool down.
With the mower tilted the carburettor must always point upwards.
Always clean the mower with engine off.
FURTHER MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ADVICE
Always wear protective gloves when handling the blades (during checking or cleaning
operations).
Regularly check that the grass collection device is in good condition.
Due to the risk of fire it is essential that both the engine and exhaust are
kept free of grass, leaves or any combustible material!
For safety reasons always replace used and or damaged parts immediately (by an
authorized dealer).
TROUBLES - REMEDIES
FAULT
Engine does not start
Engine does not start
Engine stalls
Poor cut
Grass bag fails to fill
The drive does not function
Blade clutch does not
function
POSSIBLE CAUSES
No petrol
Poor, contaminated petrol
Fails to arrive at "START" and "STOP" position
Dirty air filter
No spark
Difficulty in starting, flooded engine.
Flat battery
Starter cord incorrectly connected
Grass too high or damp.
Mower casing blocked
Blade badly worn
Closed throttle
Dirty air filter
Carburettor calibration incorrect
Blunt blade
Incorrect cutting height
Grass too heavy or too damp to be conveyed by the air
stream
Blade badly worn, blunt
Grass is too high causing poor collection.
Casing blocked with previous grass cutting
Drive cable detached
Defective belt
Defective drive chain.
Bowden pulley maladjusted
Cabling defect
Clutch damage
Charging current fuse defect
Do not hose the engine casing from the outside to prevent any water getting onto the
spark plugs or carburettor causing damage.
Use cloths or brushes to clean away any dirt of grass residue.
lFrequently check the blade for damage.
lThe lawn mower must be checked by a SERVICE DEALER.
STORAGE
Never store your mower with petrol in the tank in places where petrol vapours
could come into contact with naked flames or sparks.
Before storing the mower in a closed room allow the engine to cool!
In any event never leave the machine unattended and with ignition key inserted in the
ignition block.
Fill the tank, check that petrol reaches the carburettor, check the tank venting
by sticking a needle into the hole over the cover.
Always use clean, fresh petrol. Clean then the carburettor
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Clean the spark plug and replace if necessary.
Clean the spark plug and replace if necessary.
Check the cable.
Unscrew the plug and dry it.
Recharge.
Check the connection.
Adjust the cutting height, in high position create air flow by reversing.
Clean the casing (Important: before cleaning extract the spark plug lead)
Replace the blade.
Open throttle by moving lever to MAX. pos.
Clean air filter (see engine instructions also).
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Replace or sharpen blade
Adjust the cutting height
Wait until the lawn surface has dried off.
Replace or sharpen the blade.
Cut the lawn twice, altering the cutting height accordingly.
Clean the casing (do not use water)
NB: remember to remove the spark plug connector.
Insert the cable
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
Seek assistance from Service Workshop.
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