ALDI FERREX 132cc User manual

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Contents
User Manual
LAWN MOWER - 132cc
YEARS
WARRANTY
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Made in China
FERREX®is a registered trademark of ALDI Stores
DISTRIBUTED BY:
ALDI STORES
1 SARGENTS ROAD
MINCHINBURY NSW 2770
www.aldi.com.au
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ALDI guarantees that our exclusive brand products are developed to our
stringent quality specifications. If you are not entirely satisfied with this
product, please return it to the nearest ALDI store within 60 days from the
date of purchase, for a full refund or replacement, or take advantage of our
after sales support by calling the supplier’s Customer Service Hotline.
Original instructions
Warning: Read the instructions before using the machine
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Overview
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Utilisation.............................................................................04
Contents of Box....................................................................06
Explanation of symbols.......................................................07
Introduction.........................................................................09
Layout................................................................................... 10
Scope of delivery ..................................................................11
Intended use.........................................................................12
Safety regulations ................................................................13
Technical data...................................................................... 18
Before first use..................................................................... 19
Operation.............................................................................20
Maintenance and cleaning.................................................. 26
Storage and transport.........................................................30
Troubleshooting...................................................................31
Disposal and recycling......................................................... 32
Warranty details .................................................................. 33
Repair and refurbished goods or parts notice ..................34

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Contents of Box
Lawn mower
Lower push bar
Star grip nut
Grass catcher
Cable clip
Round head screw
Washer
Warranty Certicate
Manual
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4 x
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Utilisation
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Explanation of symbols
Observe all safety instructions before use
Caution - Read the operating instructions to reduce
the risk of inquiry!
On a slope, do not mow uphill or downhill.
Before operating the lawn mower, remove lawn debris
which may be ejected by the blade.
There is a risk of debris being ejected when the engine
is running. Make sure you keep a safe distance.
Make sure other people also keep a safe distance.
Remove the ignition cable before all maintenance
work, and read the instructions for use.
Warning! Risk of injury! Do not let your hands or feet
come in contact with the blades when the motor is run-
ning.
Important. Exhaust gas is poisonous, do not operate in
an unventilated area.
Danger - Hot surface!
Wear ear-mu󰀨s and safety goggles!
Wear safety shoes!
Wear safety gloves!
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plosive.
Do not ll with fuel while the motor is hot or running.
Fuel tank capacity
Engine oil
Length knives. Max. Cutting width
93
Guaranteed sound power
max. 3
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Primer-Button
MIN
MAX
Check oil level
STOP - Engine brake lever
336 Warranty period.
Made in China
Comply with the Australian norms and directive.
Warranty class.
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I. Introduction
Congratulations on choosing to buy a FERREX®product.
All products brought to you by FERREX®are manufactured to the highest
standards of performance and safety, and as part of our philosophy of customer
service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 3Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
Note:
According to the applicable product liability law the manufacturer of this high pres-
sure washer is not liable for damages which arise on or in connection with this high
pressure washer in case of:
• improper handling,
• non-compliance with the instructions for use,
• repairs by third party, non-authorised skilled workers,
• installation and replacement of non-original spare parts,
• improper use.
Recommendations:
Read the entire text of the operating instructions prior to the assembly and operation
of the lawn mower.
These operating instructions are intended to make it easier for you to get familiar
with your lawn mower and utilise its intended possibilities of use.
The operating instructions contain important notes on how to work safely, proper-
ly and economically with your lawn mower and how to avoid dangers, save repair
costs, reduce downtime, and increase the reliability and working life of the lawn
mower.
In addition to the safety regulations contained herein, you must in any case comply
with the applicable regulations of your country with respect to the operation of the
lawn mower.
Put the operating instructions in a clear plastic folder to protect them from dirt and
humidity, and store them near the high pressure washer. The instructions must be
read and carefully observed by each operator prior to starting the work. Only per-
sons who have been trained in the use of the lawn mower and have been informed
on the related dangers and risks are allowed to use the lawn mower. The required
minimum age of 16 years must be met.
In addition to the safety notes contained in the present operating instructions and
the special regulations of your country, the generally recognised technical rules for
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Tex tthe operation of this lawn mower must be observed.
II. Layout (Fig. 1)
1. Handle
2. Engine brake lever
3. Upper push bar
3a. Lower push bar
4. Star grip nut
5. Petrol tank
6. Air lter
7. Primer button
8. Wheel
9. Spark plug
10. Exhaust
11. Dip stick
12. Drive wheel
13. Wheel height adjustment
14. Discharge ap
15. Grass catcher
16. Pull starter
17. Cable clip
18. Hose connection
a 4 x round head screw
b 4 x washer
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III. Scope of delivery
Lawn mower (1x)
Lower push bar (2x)
Star grip nut (4x)
Grass catcher (1x)
Cable clip (1x)
Round head screw (4x)
Washer (4x)
Warranty Certicate (1x)
Manual (1x)
• Open the packaging and take out the lawn mower carefully.
• Remove the packaging material as well as the packaging and transport bracing (if
available).
• Check that the delivery is complete.
• Check the lawn mower and accessory parts for transport damage.
• If possible, store the packaging until the warranty period has expired.
m Attention!
The lawn mower and packaging materials are not toys!
Children must not be allowed to play with plastic bags, lm and small parts!
There is a risk of swallowing and su󰀨ocation!
IV. Intended use
Before starting any work, all protective and safety devices must be in place.
• The machine has been designed to be operated by one person.
• The operator is responsible for third parties in the area of operations.
• All safety and hazard notices on the machine must be observed.
• All safety and hazard notices on the machine must be kept in a completely legible
condition.
• Use the machine in a technically awless condition only, as well as for its intended
purpose, in a safe manner and being aware of dangers, in compliance with the
operating instructions!
• Disruptions which can a󰀨ect safety in particular must be eliminated straight away!
• The manufacturer’s safety, operation and maintenance instructions as well as the
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technical data given in the calibrations and dimensions must be adhered to.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations and other generally recognized safety and
technical rules must also be adhered to.
• The machine may only be used, maintained or repaired by trained persons who are
familiar with the machine and have been informed about the dangers. Unauthorized
modications of the machine exclude a liability of the manufacturer for damages
resulting from the modications.
• The machine is intended for use only with original spare parts and original tools
from the producer.
• Any other use is considered to be not intended. The manufacturer excludes any
liability for resulting damages, the risk is exclusively borne by the user.
• The device must not be used for commercial, technical or industrial applications.
• If you are not sure whether working conditions are safe or unsafe, do not work with
the machine.
• The petrol lawn mower is intended for private domestic use. This product is not
intended for commercial, industrial or trade use.
Important! Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not
be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vegetation, planted roofs,
or balcony-grown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris o󰀨 walkways, or to chop
up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power
cultivator to level out high areas such as molehills.
• For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used as a drive unit for other work
tools or toolkits of any kind.
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mWARNING
For your own safety, please thoroughly read this manual and the general safety in-
structions before turning the device on. If you give the device to third parties, always
include these instructions.
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V. Safety regulations
These operating instructions provide places concerning your safety which
are marked with this indication: m
Furthermore this manual contains other important sections which are
marked with the word "Attention!".
mDANGER
Failure to follow these instructions may cause serious danger to life of
danger or fatal injuries.
mWARNING
Failure to follow these instructions may cause danger to life or danger
of serious injuries.
mCAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions may cause light to medium risk of
injury.
mNOTE
Failure to follow these instructions may cause danger of damage of the
engine or other property values.
mCAUTION
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed
to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating in-
structions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a
safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give
the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instruc-
tions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for
damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these in-
structions and the safety instructions.
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The following must not use the machine:
Children and other people who do are not familiar with the operating
manual (local stipulations may specify a minimum age for users).
People under the inuence of alcohol, drugs and medication, as well as
those who are tired or ill.
1. Safety instructions for handoperated lawn mowers
Note
• Read the directions with due care. Familiarize your-
self with the settings and proper operation of the machine.
Never allow children or other persons who are not familiar with the
operating instructions to use the mower. Contact your local govern-
mental agency for information regarding minimum age requirements
for operating the mower.
• Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons - especially children - or
animals. Always keep in mind that the operator is responsible for ac-
cidents involving other persons and/or their property.
• If you give the equipment to any other person, give them these oper-
ating instructions as well.
• Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers when mow-
ing. Never mow barefoot or in sandals.
• Check the grounds on which the machine will be used and remove all
objects such us stones, wires, toys, wood and so on.
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mWARNING
Petrol is highly ammable! Therefore:
• Only store petrol in containers designed to hold petroleum-based liq-
uids.
• Only refuel out in the open and do not smoke during the refueling
process.
• Always refuel the lawn mower before starting the engine. Always en-
sure that the fuel tank cap is closed when the engine is running and
when the mower is hot; also do not refuel.
• If petrol has overowed, do not under any circumstances attempt
to start the engine. Instead, remove the machine from the a󰀨ected
area. Avoid starting the engine until the petrol fumes have completely
evaporated.
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• For safety reasons, the petrol tank and other tank closures must be
replaced if they are damaged.
• Replace defective mu󰀪ers.
• Before using the mower, visually inspect it to ensure that the blade,
mounting bolts and the entire cutting apparatus are in good working
order (i.e. not worn out or damaged). To prevent any imbalance, re-
place worn out or damaged blades and mounting bolts as a set only
(if applicable).
• Please note that where a mower has more than one blade, the rota-
tion of one of the blades can cause the others to rotate as well.
Handling
• Do not let the combustion engine run in enclosed areas, as danger-
ous carbon monoxide gas can build up.
• Only mow in broad daylight or in well-lit conditions. Avoid using the
machine on wet grass as far as possible.
• Do not use the lawn mower in a thunderstorm - risk of lightning strike!
• Always maintain good footing on inclines.
• Only operate the machine at a walking pace.
• For machines with wheels: Always mow across hills i.e. never straight
up or straight down.
• Be particularly careful when you change direction on a slope.
• Do not mow on overly steep inclines.
• Always be extra careful when turning the mower around and when
pulling it towards you.
• Switch o󰀨 the lawn mower and ensure that the blade has stopped
rotating whenever the mower has to be tilted for transporting over
areas other than lawns and whenever it has to be moved from or to
the area you want to mow.
• Never use the lawn mower if the blade or safety grilles are damaged,
or without the attached guards, e.g. deectors and/or grass catching
devices.
• Do not adjust or overclock the engine speed settings.
• Release the engine brake before you start the engine.
• Start the engine with care, in accordance with the manufacturerʼs
instructions. Make sure that your feet are far enough away from the
mower blade!
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when you start the engine unless the mow-
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er must raised o󰀨 of the ground a little in order to start it. In the latter
case, tilt the mower as little as absolutely necessary and only raise
the side opposite to that of the user.
• Never start the engine while standing in front of the chute.
• Never move your hands or feet toward or under any rotating parts.
Keep clear of the chute opening at all times.
• Never lift or carry a lawn mower with the engine running.
• Switch o󰀨 the engine and pull the spark plug boot. Make sure that all
rotating parts are stopped:
– before you dislodge any blockages or clogs in the chute.
– before carrying out any checks, cleaning, maintenance or other
work on the lawn mower
– if the lawn mower strikes a foreign body, examine it for signs of
damage and carry out any necessary repairs before restarting and
continuing to work with the mower. If the lawn mower begins to
experience exceptionally strong vibrations, immediately switch it o󰀨
and check it.
• Switch o󰀨 the engine:
– when you leave the lawn mower.
– before you refuel.
• Operation of the machine at higher than normal speed can lead to an
increased risk of accidents.
• Take care when carrying out installation work on the machine, and
avoid trapping ngers between the moving cutting tool and the xed
parts of the machine.
• Please be particularly careful when mowing on ground that may sub-
side, on nearby landlls, trenches and embankments.
• Observe improper maintenance, the use of non-compliant spare
parts, or removal or modication of the safety devices may result in
damage to the device and serious injury to the person working with it.
• Use only manufacturer recommended cutting tools and accessories.
The use of other tools and other accessories may cause injury to the
user. Always keep the lawnmower in good working condition.
• Check the device regularly and make sure before each use that all
start locks and push buttons function properly.
• Please note that the safety systems or features of the lawnmower
must not be tampered with or deactivated.
• Note that the user should not modify or manipulate any sealed engine
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speed control settings.
• The user must be adequately trained in use, adjustment and opera-
tion (including prohibited operations).
• It is necessary to take su󰀩cient breaks to reduce the noise and vi-
bration load.
Residual risks and accident prevention standards
Neglect of ergonomic principles
Negligent handling of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Negligent handling or omission of the personal protective equipment
may cause serious injuries.
– Wear prescribed personal protection equipment.
Human behaviour, misbehaviour
– For any work be fully concentrated.
mResidual risks - Cannot be entirely excluded.
Danger from noise
hearing damage
Prolonged unprotected work with the device may
cause hearing damage.
– Always wear ear-mu󰀨s.
In case of emergency
In case of a possibly occuring accident take the necessary rst aid
steps as appropriate and obtain qualied medical aid as quickly as
possible.
During longer work, because of vibrations, there is a risk of circula-
tion problems in the user‘s hands (white-nger-syndrome). White-n-
ger-syndrome is a vascular disease where the small blood vessels
in ngers and toes contract seizure-like. The a󰀨ected areas are no
longer supplied with blood and therefore look very pale. Frequent use
of vibrating machines can cause nerve damage in people whose circu-
lation is compromised (e.g. smokers, people with diabetes).
If you notice unusual impairment, immediately stop the work and con-
sult a doctor. Observe the following notices in order to reduce risks:
• Keep your body, and particularly your hands, warm in cold weather.
• Take regular breaks during which you should move your hands to
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promote circulation.
• Ensure the lowest possible vibration of the machine by regularly
maintaining it and keeping components tight.
VI. Technical data
Type engine four stroke engine/air cooled
Cubic capacity 132 cm3
Rotation speed 2800 U/min
Fuel Regular grade petrol/lead-free max. 5% bioethanol
Capacity tank/petrol 0.8 l
Motor oil SAE 30/10W30
Capacity tank/oil 0.4 l
Cutting height
adjustment 25 - 75 mm / 7-level
Collection bag
capacity 45 l
Cutting width 41 cm
Weight 20.5 kg
Power 2.5 kW
Subject to technical changes!
Information concerning noise emission measured according to relevant standards:
Sound pressure LpA = 71,3 dB(A)
Uncertainty KPA = 3 dB(A)
Sound power LWA = 91.3 dB(A)
Uncertainty KPA = 1.93 dB(A)
Wear ear-mu󰀨s.
The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.
Vibration Ahv (left/right) = 8.125 m/s2
Uncertainty KPA = 1.5 m/s2
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VII. Before rst use
Before starting the equipment
Assembling the components
Some parts of the mower come disassembled. For quick and easy assembly, read
and follow the instructions below.
Important! You will need the following additional tools (not supplied) for assembly, and
also for maintenance work:
• A 1 litre measuring jug (oil/petrol resistant)
• A petrol can (5 litres is su󰀩cient for approx. 6 operating hours)
• A funnel (suitable for the tankʼs petrol ller neck)
• Household wipes (to wipe up oil/petrol residue; dispose of these at a lling station)
• A petrol suction pump (plastic, available from DIY stores)
• An oil can with hand pump (available from DIY stores)
• Spark plug wrench
• 0.4 liter of engine oil (SAE 30/ 10W30)
Assembly
1. Take the mower and attachment parts out of the packaging and check that all
parts are present.
2. Attach the lower push bar (3a) to both sides of the mower with one round head
screw (a), one washer (b) and one star grip nut (4) each. Make sure that the cables,
which will be attached later, are not in the way (Fig. 2-3).
3. Attach the upper push bar (3) on the lower push bar (3a) with one round head
screw (a), one washer (b) and one star grip nut (4) each on both sides (Fig. 4-5).
4. Insert the pull starter (16) in the designated hook as shown in Fig. 6.
5. Fix the cables to the push bar with the cable clips (17) provided (Fig. 7).
6. Grass catcher (15) - open it up and click the plastic clips into position on the frame
(Fig. 8).
7. Mowing with grass catcher:
Lift the discharge ap (14) with one hand and hang the grass catcher (15) as
shown in Fig. 9.
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Setting the cutting height
mCAUTION!
Adjust the cutting height only when the engine is switched o󰀨 and the spark
plug boot has been pulled.
• Before you begin to mow, check to ensure that the blade is not blunt and that none
of the fasteners are damaged.
• To prevent any imbalance, replace blunt and/or damaged blades as a set only (if
applicable). To carry out this check, rst switch o󰀨 the engine and pull the spark
plug boot.
• The cutting height is centrally adjusted with the wheel height adjustment (Fig.13/
Item 13). 7 di󰀨erent cutting heights can be selected.
• Pull the adjustor lever out and select the desired cutting height. The lever snaps into
the desired position. (Fig. 13)
VIII. Operation
mCAUTION!
The engine does not come with oil in it. Therefore, ensure that you add 0.4 litres
of oil before starting it up. Use normal, multigrade oil (SAE30). The oil level in
the engine must be checked each time before mowing.
You will also need to ll with petrol, as this is also not supplied upon delivery.
• In order to avoid any unintentional start-ups of the lawn mower, it comes equipped
with an engine brake lever (Fig. 1/ Item 2) which must be pulled back before the
engine can be started. When the engine brake lever is released it must return to its
initial position, at which point the engine automatically switches o󰀨.
• Press the engine brake lever (2) together and give the pull starter (16) a vigorous
pull. (Fig. 14)
Attention: When you pull the starting rope, the cutting blade rotates even when
dissolved motor brake lever. Make sure that there are no body parts in danger zone
of cutting blade.
• Before you start mowing, you should run through this operation several times in
order to ensure that the machine is working properly.
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mWARNING
Whenever you need to perform any kind of adjustment and/or repair work on
your lawn mower, wait until the blade has come to a complete stop.
Always switch o󰀨 the engine before carrying out any adjustments, mainte-
nance or repairs.
mNote!
Using the drive:
• Engine brake lever (2): Use the lever to stop the engine. When you release the lever
the engine and the blade stop automatically.
• Before you start to mow, check the start/stop lever several times to be sure that it
is working properly. Ensure that the tension cable can be smoothly operated (i.e. is
not catching or kinking in any way).
Caution: The blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started.
Important: Before you start the engine, move the motor brake several times to be
sure that the stop cable is properly working.
Note: The engine is factory set to a speed that is optimal for cutting and blowing grass
into the catcher and is designed to provide many years of use.
• Check the oil level.
Open the fuel tank cap and ll the petrol tank (5) up to the lower point of the tank
inlet with about 0.8 litres of petrol. Use a funnel and a measuring container for lling.
Do not overll the tank. Use fresh, clean unleaded fuel.
Never mix oil with petrol. Buy fuel in amounts which can be used within 30 days in
order to guarantee its freshness.
Note: Use only unleaded petrol.
mWARNING
Only use a safety petrol can. Do not smoke when refuelling. Remove any oil or petrol
residues. Switch o󰀨 the engine before refuelling and allow the engine to cool down
for a few minutes.
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Start engine (Fig. 14)
• Ensure that the ignition cable is connected to the spark plug.
• Stand behind the mower. One hand squeezes the engine brake lever (2) to the han-
dle, the other pulls the pull starter (16).
• Start the engine using the pull starter (16). To do this pull the handle approx. 10 – 15
cm (until you feel a resistance) and then start the engine with a sharp pull. If the
engine does not start, pull the handle again.
• Due to protective coating on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present
during the initial use of the product and should be considered normal.
Note: For easier starting in colder temperatures, press the primer button (Fig.
15/Pos. 7) a max. of 3 times before pulling the the pull starter.
mCAUTION!
• Never allow the starter cord to snap back.
• Note: In cold weather, it may be necessary to repeat the starting process several
times.
Stop engine:
• To turn o󰀨 the engine, release the engine brake lever (2) and wait for the blades to
stop.
• Pull the spark plug from the spark plug (9) boot in order to prevent the engine from
restarting.
• Before you start the engine again, check the cord for the engine brake. Check that
the cord is correctly tted. If the cord is kinked or damaged, it should be replaced.
Before mowing
Important information
• Make sure that you are properly dressed when mowing. Wear sturdy, non-slip foot-
wear; do not wear sandals or tennis shoes.
• Inspect the blade. A blade that is bent or damaged in any other way must be imme-
diately exchanged for a genuine replacement blade.
• Do not ll the fuel tank indoors, but rather out in the open. Use a lling funnel and a
measuring jug. Wipe o󰀨 any spilled petrol.
• Read and follow in the instructions in the operating manual as well as the informa-
tion regarding the engine and accessory equipment. Store the manual in a place
where it can be readily accessed by other users of the machine.
• Exhaust gas is dangerous. Only start the engine out in the open.
• Make sure that all the guards are tted and that they are in good working order.
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• The machine should only be operated by persons who are well informed with the
way it works, and who are in reasonably good physical condition.
• It can be dangerous to mow the grass when it is wet. Try to ensure that you only
mow the grass when it is dry.
• Advise children and others to keep well away from the lawn mower.
• Never mow the grass in poor visibility.
• Remove all loose objects from the lawn before you start mowing the grass.
Tips for proper mowing
m CAUTION! Never open the chute ap when the grass catcher has been de-
tached (to be emptied) and the engine is still running. The rotating blade can
cause serious injuries!
Always carefully fasten the chute ap and grass catcher. Switch o󰀨 the engine before
emptying the grass catcher.
Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the length of the long handles) is
maintained between the user and the mower housing. Be especially careful when
mowing and changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and
wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers. Always mow along the incline (not
up and down).
For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used to mow inclines whose gradient
exceeds 15 degrees.
Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn mower. Tripping hazard!
Mowing
Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades
from fraying and the lawn from turning yellow. Try to mow in straight lines for a nice,
clean look. The mowing swaths should always overlap each other by a few centime-
ters in order to avoid bare strips.
Keep the underside of the mower housing clean and remove grass build-up. Deposits
not only make it more di󰀩cult to start the mower; they decrease the quality of the cut
and make it harder for the machine to bag the grass. Always mow along inclines (not
up and down). Slightly turning the front wheels up the hill while mowing will prevent the
mower from sliding out of the straight line. Select the cutting height according to the
length of the grass. If the lawn has grown quite a bit, mow over it several times so that
no more than 4 cm of grass are cut at one time. Switch o󰀨 the engine before doing any
checks on the blade. Keep in mind that the blade continues to rotate for a few seconds
after the engine has been switched o󰀨. Never attempt to manually stop the blade.
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Regularly check to see if the blade is securely attached, is in good condition and is
sharp. If the contrary is the case, sharpen the blade or replace it. In the event that the
blade strikes an object,immediately switch o󰀨 the lawn mower and wait for the blade
to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the condition of the blade and the blade
mount. Replace any parts that are damaged.
Tips for proper mowing:
• Pay attention to ensure that you do not run into or over anything that could damage
the mower. The lawn mower could be damaged and/or the machine could inict
bodily injury.
• A hot engine, exhaust or drive unit can burn the skin if touched. Thus, do not touch
these parts unless the mower has been switched o󰀨 for a while and you know that
they have cooled down!
• Use extra caution when mowing on inclines and steep grades.
• Insu󰀩cient daylight or even an insu󰀩cient level of articial light is one reason not
to mow.
• Check the mower, the blade and other parts if they have struck a foreign object or if
the machine vibrates more than usual.
• Do not make any adjustments or repairs until the engine has been switched o󰀨. Pull
the spark plug boot.
• Pay special attention if you are mowing directly next to a street or are close by one
(tra󰀩c). Always keep the grass chute pointed away from the street.
• Avoid mowing in places where the wheels have trouble gripping or mowing is un-
safe in any other way. Before you back up, ensure that nobody is standing behind
you (especially little children, who are more di󰀩cult to see).
• When mowing over thick, high grass, select the highest cutting level and mow at a
slower speed. Before you remove any grass or blockages of any kind, switch o󰀨 the
engine and pull the plug boot.
• Never remove any safety-related parts.
• Never ll the engine with petrol when it is hot or is running.
Emptying the grass catcher
The grass catcher (15) is equipped with a lling level indicator (Fig. 16). This will be
opened by the air current produced by the mower. If the ap falls during mowing, the
grass catcher (15) is full and should be emptied. To ensure that the lling level indica-
tor works properly, the holes under the ap must be kept clean and permeable.
As soon as grass clippings start to trail the lawn mower, it is time to empty the grass
catcher.
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