Flymo XL550 Instrucciones Originales página 9

Fitting the Lower Handle to the Lawnmower
1. Feed the hook (A2) attached to the lower handle (A1)
halfway through the centre slot of the guide (A3), in
the direction indicated by the arrow (A4).
2. Maintaining the hook (A2) in the centre slot of the
guide (A3) turn the lower handle (A1) clockwise
through 90 0 to place both legs of the lower handle in
position between the hood brackets (A5).
3. Insert the pins (B1) and secure with the retaining
clips (B2).
1. Fit the lower handle (E1) to the deck with the lower
handle pin (E2) as illustrated in Fig E.
2. Attach the wheels (F1) to the wheel frame (F2) with the
wheel retaining clips (F3) as illustrated in Fig F.
3. Fit the wheel frame (G1) to the deck with the lower
handle bolt (G2), small washer (G3), large washer (G4)
The handle position can be adjusted using the guide
and hook assembly.
1. Lift hook (C1).
Use a fresh, clean, unleaded regular automotive
gasoline Do not fill the fuel tank in an enclosed area,
when the engine is hot or while you are smoking or near
a naked flame. Thoroughly clean around the fuel tank
filler cap before filling, this will help to prevent dirt being
introduced into the fuel system. Fuel should be stored in
a cool place away from naked flames. Do not fill the tank
while the engine is running. Fill the fuel tank through a
funnel fitted with a fine filter. Never fill fuel tank
completely, only fill to the base of the filler neck. When
filling the fuel tank from empty, or when the engine has
previously run dry, a minimum of 400cc of fuel must be
added (to the level of the line indicated in the diagram)
to ensure correct priming of the fuel pump to start the
engine. Your carburettor is pre-set. Normally no further
adjustment is required.
Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SAE 10W-30 is
recommended for general use.
To Start your Lawnmower
1. Move the handle to the parking position (C2).
2. Connect the spark plug lead. (J).
3. Open the fuel tap (K).
4. Move the Choke control lever to the 'Choke' position
(L) when starting from cold, and to the 'Run' position
(N) when starting from hot.
5. Pull and firmly hold the Operator Presence Control to
the upper handle.
6. Place your right foot firmly on the deck and grasp the
top of the lower handle with your left hand. Tilt the
trimmer towards you (M). This ensures the product is
in a secure position when starting and also prevents
an unsightly ring being cut in your lawn.
7. Pull the starting handle gently until you feel a
resistance, return the starting handle slowly.
Assembly (without wheels)
Fitting the Upper Handle to the Lower Handle
BEFORE fitting the upper handle to the lower handle,
stabilize the lower handle by lifting the hook (C1) to the
'parking' position (C2).
1. Ensure the Choke Control Lever is on the left hand
2. Align the lower and upper handle (See fig D). Locate
3. Fit the cables to the handles with the cable ties
Assembly (with wheels)
4. Locate the lower telescopic tubes (H1) inside the upper
Fit the Upper Handle to the Lower Handle by following the
instructions above in 'Assembly (without wheels)' section.
Handle Position
2. Position as required:
Fuel
Oil
Fill with oil as instructed in your Engine Owners Manual
provided with your product.
Starting and Stopping
8. Pull the starting handle firmly towards you to its full extent.
9. Allow the engine to reach its full running speed then
gently lower the lawnmower to the ground.
10.When the engine has warmed up make sure the
choke control lever is in the 'Run' (N) position.
To Stop your Lawnmower
• Blade continues to rotate after the machine has
switched off, rotating blades can cause injury.
1. Release the Operator Presence Control.
2. As the engine dies, tilt the lawnmower slightly. This
prevents a ring being cut in your lawn.
3. When the engine has stopped, lower the lawnmower
to the ground.
4. Put the handle in the Parking position (C2).
5. Close the fuel tap (K)
ENGLISH - 2
side when viewed from the rear.
the bolts (D1), washers (D2) and secure with the
handle knobs (D3).
provided, making sure the cables are not trapped
between the upper and lower handles.
and locknut (G5) as illustrated in Fig G.
telescopic tubes (H2) and secure with the pin (H3) and
retaining clip (H4) as illustrated in Fig H.
(C2) Parking position
(C3) Mowing position