ALDI FERREX 161CC User manual

10852
161CC 4 STROKE
PETROL
LAWN MOWER
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Contents
Pack contents /parts 2
Description of Symbols 3
General Safety Warnings 4
Safety Rules for Petrol Lawn Mowers 7
Additional Safety Warnings for Petrol Lawn Mowers 14
Parts List 16
Quick Start Guide 18
Assembly 20
Attaching the Lower Handles 20
Attaching the Upper Handle Bar to the Lower Handles 21
Assembly of the Hard Catcher 22
Attaching the Hard Catcher 22
Cutting Height Adjustment 23
Preparation 24
Adding and Checking the oil 24
Fuelling 25
Operation 26
Starting the Engine 26
Speed Control 26
Stopping the Engine 26
Emergency Stopping 27
Important Primer bulb information 28
Mowing Advice 28
Engine tipping 29
Poor engine performance 29
Maintenance 30
Replacing the Blades 30
Air Filter Maintenance 31
Spark plug Maintenance 32
Periodic Maintenance 33
Transporting and Storage 34
Service Support 35
Accessories and After Sales parts 35
Warranty 36
Environmental protection 36
What your 3 year warranty means 36
Troubleshooting 37
Specications 38
National Service Agent Listing 39

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Pack contents / parts
Congratulations on the purchase of your FERREX® 4 Stroke
Petrol Lawn Mower. When you open your packaging, rst remove all
items and check there are no parts damaged or missing. If you nd
anything wrong, do not operate the product until the parts have been
replaced or the fault has been rectied. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
Intended use of the Petrol Lawn Mower
NOTE: This product is for private domestic DIY use only.
It is not suitable for commercial, industrial or trade use.
This product is suitable for private home use i.e for use in home and
gardening environments, for the application of mowing.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTE: This is a 4 stroke Lawn Mower.
The motor MUST be lled with 350ml of SAE 10W/30 BEFORE starting.
Fresh unleaded fuel must be used in this unit.
Do NOT use Ethanol based fuels. Do NOT mix oil with fuel.
NOTE: First time users or inexperienced operators pay particular
attention to the operation of the Lawn Mower, including details of
starting and stopping and correct use of the Lawn Mower on pages 22-25.
Contents of carton
1 x Lawn Mower
1 x Spark Plug Spanner
1 x Hard Catcher (not tted)
1 x Cable Clip (not tted)
2 x Upper Handle Locking Levers
(not tted)
2 x Lower Handle Locking Knobs
(not tted)
1 x Instruction manual including
Quick Start Guide &
Service listing
1 x Warranty Card & details

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The rating plate on your lawn mower may show symbols. These represent
important information about the product or instructions on its use.
Conforms to relevant standards for electrical safety
and electromagnetic compatibility.
Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.
Wear safety footwear.
Wear safety gloves.
Warning.
Read these instructions for use carefully.
Use at a distance of at least 15m from other people.
Thrown objects can cause severe injury.
Explosive material.
Extremely hot surface. Do not touch a hot muer, gear box
or cylinder, you may get burned. These parts get extremely
hot from operation and remain hot for a short time after the
unit is turned o.
Before carrying out any operation stop the engine
and disconnect the spark plug.
Risk of hand and feet injuries.
Noise label rating 96dbB(A) (taken at 4.0 metres).
You must wear ear protection at all times.
Description of symbols

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General safety warnings
Safety instructions
WARNING Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury. The term
“power tool”in all of the warnings below refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool, garden power tool,
battery-operated (cordless) power tool or your petrol
operated garden tool.
Save these instructions
Work area
• Ensure the area to be mowed is clear and free of debris,
rocks, gravel, garden furniture etc.
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas
invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases, or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
• Ensure all animals, children and bystanders are at least
15m away while operating this lawn mower. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.

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Personal safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure that these are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can
reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on

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and o. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Turn tool o completely before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may aect the power tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations dierent from intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
Service
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair
personnel using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

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Safety Rules for Petrol Lawn Mowers
Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Get familiar with the
controls and proper use of the equipment.
• Only use the lawn mower for the purpose for which it was
designed, i.e. for cutting and collecting grass. Any other
use can be hazardous, causing damage to the machine.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
• Never use the lawn mower:
– When people, especially children, or pets are nearby in
the mowing area.
– If the operator has taken medicine or substances that
can aect his ability to react and concentrate.
• Remember that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
Preparation
• While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
• Know your controls. Read the owners manual carefully.
Learn how to stop the mower in an emergency.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the

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machine or damage the cutter assembly and the engine
(stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
WARNING: DANGER!
Engine fuel is highly ammable:
–
Store fuel in containers specically designed for this purpose.
– Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do not smoke
while refuelling or whenever handling the fuel.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until the fuel has
evaporated and the vapour dispersed.
– Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
• Before use, always inspect the machine, especially the
condition of the blades, and check that the screws and
cutting assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and screws in sets to preserve
balance.
• Damaged blades and worn bolts are major Hazards.
• Check all nuts, bolts and screws often. Always be sure
the mower is in a safe operating condition. Use only
replacement parts and guaranteed by the original
manufacturer of your mower.
• Discharge openings must be guarded at all times. Do not
remove the discharge guard or hold it up while mowing.
• It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when
operating the mower.
•
Do not overspeed the engine or alter the Governor setting.

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Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens the life of the
mower.
Operation
• Do not operate the engine in a conned space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
• Mow only in daylight or good articial light.
• If possible, avoid operating the equipment in wet grass.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
• Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled
along by the lawn mower.
• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
•
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°.
•
Exercise extreme caution when pulling the lawn mower towards you.
• Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and
when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be
mowed.
• Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or
without safety devices, such as the stoneguard and/or
grass-catcher, supplied by the manufacturer in place. Replace
if damaged.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the
engine.
• On power-driven models, disengage the drive clutch before
starting the engine.
• Start the engine carefully, following the instructions and
keeping feet well away from the blade.
• Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.

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Start the engine on a at surface that is free of obstacles
and tall grass.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is
running.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire:
– Before carrying out any work underneath the cutting
deck or before unclogging the chute;
– Before checking, cleaning or working on lawn mower;
– After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawn mower;
– If the lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (nd
and remove the cause of the vibration immediately).
• Stop the engine:
– Whenever you leave the lawn mower unattended
even for a moment.
– Before refuelling.
– Every time you remove or replace the grass-catcher.
• When mowing, always keep to a safe distance from the
rotating blade. This distance is the length of the handle.
• Never cut grass while walking backwards.
• Stop the engine before pushing mower across gravel
drives, walks or roads.
• This machine is to be used exclusively for cutting
natural grass.
Never use the mower for other purposes. Any other
utilization can involve danger for your safety and can
involve damage to the mower.
• The user is responsible for the safety of other people,

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animals and objects in the working area. Keep children
and domestic animals at a safe distance while the
mower is in use.
Maintenance and Storage
• 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.
• Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away from naked
ames such as may be found in hot water heaters.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosed space.
• To reduce the re hazard, keep the engine, exhaust silencer,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease. Do not leave containers with grass
cuttings in rooms.
• Check the stone-guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear
and deterioration and replace if damaged.
• 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.
• 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.
• Replace worn or faulty silencers.
• Whenever the machine is to be handled, transported or tilted
you must:
– Wear strong working gloves;

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– Grasp the machine at the points that oer a safe grip, taking
account of the weight and its distribution.
• Damaged blades and worn bolts are major hazards.
• Fuel goes o in about 3 - 4 months. If you nd your mower
does not start, try changing the fuel in the tank with newly
purchased fresh unleaded fuel. Do not use ethanol based
fuels.
Operation Safety Instructions
WARNING: Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug
before any repairs or maintenance operations.
• Check that all nuts, bolts and screws are well tightened before
every use.
• Before mowing ensure that the blade and the blade xing
screw are securely fastened. When the blade edges require re-
sharpening, this must be done evenly on both sides to prevent
any imbalance. If the blades are damaged, it must be replaced.
• When mowing always wear long trousers and strong, covered
footwear.
• Do not run the engine in an enclosed and/or poorly ventilated
area. The gas of the engine contains carbon monoxide, which
is dangerous to your health.
• Work only when there is sucient light.
• Do not use the lawn mower when it is raining or when the
grass is wet.
• Caution must be taken while mowing on slopes. Mow across
the face of slopes, never down or up.
• Turn o the engine if you must leave the lawn mower
unattended.
• Never lift the rear of the mower while starting the engine and
never place your hands and feet underneath the deck while

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the engine is running.
• If working on high grass, adjust the mowing height to reduce
the friction and prevent over loading. The optimal mowing
height should be 1/3 the height of the grass. It would aect
the work eciency of lawn mower if too much higher or lower.
• Never change the rated speed of the engine in any way .
• Never lift or carry the mower while the engine is running.
• Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cover in these
cases:
- Before any operation under the deck.
- Before any maintenance, repairing or checking operations.
- Before carrying, lifting or removing the mower.
- If you leave the mower unattended or change the cutting
height.
- After hitting a foreign object, stop the engine and check
thoroughly the mower in order to see if it is damaged. Take
the mower to an authorised service centre to carry out any
repairs if necessary.
- If the mower vibrates in an abnormal way, take the mower to
an authorised service centre.
- Check the bolts and nuts regularly. Bolts and nuts may
vibrate loose over time.

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WARNING:
Fuel is highly ammable.
• Store fuel in a cool place in a container specically designed for
the purpose. In general, plastic containers are unsuitable.
• Fill the fuel tank with a funnel and outside. Do not smoke or use a
mobile phone during this process.
• Fill with fuel and oil before starting the engine. Never open the
cap of the fuel tank to add fuel while the engine is running or still
hot.
• Do not start the engine if there is spilt fuel on the mower or in the
area surrounding. Take the mower away from the zone where fuel
has been split and avoid any contact from a hot source as long as
the split fuel is completely evaporated.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap and fuel can cap tightly.
Additional Safety Warnings for Petrol Lawn
Mowers
• Never allow young children to operate power tools or equipment.
• Make sure children and pets stay indoors while you’re working.
• Before starting up the lawn mower, walk the area. Relocate toys,
hoses, rocks and sticks. Debris such as stones, wood chips and pieces
of aged blades can be propelled at high speeds, which can cause a
fatal accident.
• Check lawn mower blades regularly. Look for damage, bends and
dullness. Blades should be replaced every year or two, depending on
usage.
• Slow down and take care when mowing around corners, trees,
shrubbery or other obstacles.

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• Leave the mower deector chute in the manufacturer-set position.
• Don’t modify equipment – it may aect your warranty as well as
make the product unsafe.
• When operating any power tools or equipment (no matter the size),
wear closed-toe, slip-resistant shoes, safety glasses, strong gloves, a
hat and ear protection. Cover your skin as much as possible.
• Never underestimate the power of handheld equipment, especially
chainsaws. Use the same amount of caution as you do for larger
equipment.
• Wait until the equipment has cooled completely before lling with
fuel or attempting any repair or maintenance.

4 Stroke Petrol Lawn Mower
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Parts List
1. Upper handle bar and handles
2. Variable speed throttle control
3. Variable speed switch cable
4. Cable Clip
5. Upper handle locking Lever/s (x 2)
6. Lower handles
7. Hard catcher
8. Lower handle locking knob/s (x 2)
9. Lower handle mounting plate/s (x2)
10. Rear discharge guard
11. Catcher attachment bracket
12. Catcher attachment bar
13. Rear wheel/s (x2)
14. Fuel tank
15. Fuel tank cap
16. Recoil starter
17. Oil ller cap/dipstick
18. Spark Plug Spanner
19. Motor
20. Air lter
21. Air lter cover
22. Priming bulb
23. Fuel bowl drain screw
24. Spark plug cover / Spark Plug
25. Front wheel/s (x2)
26. Bar blade
27. Blade bolt
28. Height adjustment lever
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18
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11
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3
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4 Stroke Petrol Lawn Mower
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
e-mail: [email protected] 1800 909 909
MODEL: №. DM46P-DO160 • 09/2018 • 60751 (toll free)
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[e-mail]
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Assembly
NOTE: Always refer to the full instruction detail and read all Safety
Instructions. Only use this guide as a checklist.
1. Attaching the Lower Handles (Fig B, C, & D)
Refer to page 16 for full instructions.
2. Attaching the Upper Handle Bar to the Lower Handles (Fig E/F)
Refer to page 17 for full instructions.
3. Assembly of the Hard Catcher /
4. Attaching the Hard Catcher (Fig H/K)
Refer to page 18 for full instructions.
Quick Start Guide
C.B. D.
TIGHTEN
LOOSEN
E. F.
TIGHTEN
LOOSEN
K.H. L.
LOWER
RAISE
5. Cutting Height
Adjustment (Fig L)
Refer to page 19
for full instructions.
Quick Start Guide
E.