Allett Buckingham 20h User manual

F0169J10009A

BUCKINGHAM 20H

BUCKINGHAM 24H

BUCKINGHAM 30H

WESTMINSTER 20H

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WESTMINSTER 20H

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BUCKINGHAM 24H

BUCKINGHAM 30H

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Warning! Read these instructions carefully, be familiar with

the controls and the proper use of the lawnmower.

Learn how to stop the lawnmower quickly in any emer-

gency.

Explanation of symbols on the lawnmower

General hazard safety alert.

Read instruction manual.

Beware of thrown or flying objects to bystanders.

Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the ma-

chine.

Remove spark plug lead before maintenance.

Sharp blade(s). Beware of severing toes or fingers.

Wait until all machine components have completely

stopped before touching them. The blades continue to

rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating blade

can cause injury.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions

to use the lawnmower. Local regulations may restrict the age of

the operator.

Never mow while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.

Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the motor is run-

ning.

Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents

or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Whilst mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trou-

sers. Do no operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing

open sandals.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawnmower is to be used

and remove all objects that may be thrown by the machine.

WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.

– Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.

– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.

– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of

the fuel tank or add petrol whilst the engine is running or

when the engine is hot.

– If petrol 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 petrol vapours have dissipated.

– Replace the fuel tank and container caps securely.

– Replace faulty silencers.

– Do not operate the engine in a confined space where danger-

ous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

– Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades,

blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. On

multi-bladed lawnmower, take care as rotating one blade

cause other blades to rotate.

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass, where feasible.

Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

Walk, never run.

Mowing on banks can be dangerous:

– Mow across the face of slopes - never up and down.

– Be particularly careful of your footing on slopes or wet grass.

Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

– Use extreme caution when stepping back or pulling the lawn-

mower towards you. Never cut grass by pulling the mower to-

wards you.

Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transporta-

tion when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transport-

ing the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.

Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting or switching on the mo-

tor, except if the lawnmower has to be tilted for starting in long

grass. In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary

and lift only the part which is away from the operator. Always en-

sure that both hands are in the operating position before returning

the mower to the ground.

Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without

the grassbox in place.

Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the en-

gine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may increase the

hazard of personal injury.

Disengage all blade and clutches before starting the engine.

Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to in-

structions and with feet well away from the blade(s). Do not tilt

the mower when starting.

Do not put hands or feet near, or under, rotating parts while the

lawnmower is being operated.

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire:

– before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower

– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for dam-

age and make repairs before restarting and operating the

lawnmower.

– if the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immedi-

ately).

– before making height of cut adjustment

Stop the engine:

– whenever you leave the machine

– before refuelling

– before clearing blockages

– before making height of cut adjustment

Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut-down.

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the lawn-

mower is in safe working condition.

Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve bal-

ance.

Never store the lawnmower with petrol in the tank inside a build-

ing where fumes may reach open flame or spark.

Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery com-

partment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves or excessive

grease.

Check the grassbox/bag frequently for wear or deterioration.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

Go slow when using a trailing seat.

If the fuel tank has be drained, this should be done outdoors.

Be careful during adjustment of the lawnmower to prevent en-

trapment of the feet and hands between moving blades and fixed

parts of the lawnmower.

Ensure replacement parts fitted are TURFMECH approved.

Safety Notes

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This product is intended for domestic and commer-

cial lawn mowing.

Note: commercial use does not include rental/hire

use.

This manual gives instructions on the correct assem-

bly and safe use of your machine. It is important that

you read these instructions carefully.

When fully assembled the machine weighs approxi-

mately 89 – 128 kg. If necessary, obtain assistance to

remove from packaging.

Take care when transporting the mower to the lawn,

as the blades are sharp.

Carefully remove the machine from its packaging and

check that you have all the following items:

– Lawnmower with handle assembly

– Operating instructions

– Tool kit

When parts are missing or damaged, please contact

your dealer.

1 Handle

2 Drive lever

Engine

Petrol filler cap

Oil filler cap

Grassbox

Height of cut knob

Not all of the accessories illustrated or described are

included as standard delivery.

Handles

Assemble the handles as shown and fit the throttel le-

ver.

Engine Oil

The mower is not supplied with oil in the en-

gine, however it is possible that there is a small

quantity in the engine. It is essential to fill with

oil before starting the engine to avoid damage to

your engine. It is important to use the recom-

mended oil to avoid damage to your engine.

1. With the mower standing on level ground, un-

screw and remove the oil filler dip stick 9.

2. Wipe the oil filler dip stick 9 clean; refit and

tighten the oil filler dip stick 9, then remove it

again. Check the oil level.

Product Specification

Intended Use

Introduction

Delivered Items

Operating Controls

Assembly

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Westminster

20H Buckingham

24H Buckingham

30H

WEST20H BUCK20H BUCK24H BUCK30H

Honda GX200 Honda GX200 Honda GX200 Honda GX200

3000 3000 3000 3000

196 196 196 196

3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1

5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

51 51 61 76

2.8 - 18 4 - 35 4 - 35 4 - 35

146 73 73 73

84 84 96 118

89 96 104 128

77 70 79 94

Cylinder mower

Model code

Engine type

Engine speed [rpm]

Engine size [cm³]

Fuel tank capacity [l]

Net power at 3600rpm [HP]

Blade width [cm]

Height of cut [mm]

Cuts per metre

Grassbox capacity [l]

Weight [kg]

Max overall width [cm]

Serial number See ratings details on machine

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3. Add a good-quality SAE 30 API SF in small quanti-

ties at a time, allowing it to settle. Repeatedly add

oil and check the level until it reaches the dip

stick 9. The engine may require up to 0.6 litres of

oil.

4. Refit and tighten the oil filler dip stick 9.

Petrol

Petrol deteriorates over time. Engine starting

may be difficult if you use petrol kept for more

than 30 days. Always run the fuel tank dry when

storing over 30 days.

1. Remove the petrol filler cap 5, add unleaded petrol

to the tank, leaving approximately 6 mm of tank

space for fuel expansion.

2. Replace the petrol filler cap 5.

3. Wipe up any spilt petrol from the engine before

starting the mower.

Grassbox

Attach/remove the grassbox as shown.

Height of cut adjustment

Westminster

Your mower has an adjustable height of cut between

2,8 – 18 mm.

The height of cut adjusted as follows:

1. Slacken bolts 10 on both sides of the mower.

2. Turn the height of cut knob 8to achieve the re-

quired height of cut.

3. Tighten bolts 10 .

Buckingham models

Your mower has an adjustable height of cut between

5 – 35 mm with markings spaced between as an aid

to adjustment.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

Tilt the mower back and pull plunger 11 , allowing

the stand 12 to extend fully.

1. Carefully release the plunger 11 ensuring it is fully

home and rest the mower on the stand 12 .

2. Slacken bolts 13 on both sides of the mower.

3. Turn the height of cut knob 8to achieve the re-

quired height of cut and tighten bolts 13 .

4. Tilt the mower back and pull plunger 11 fully.

5. Raise the mower stand 12 and carefully release the

plunger 11 .

Note: For all models you may need to re-adjust the

comb after changing height of cut (see “Comb Adjust-

ment” below).

Comb Adjustment

Your mower has an adjustable comb fitted which can

be brought into use on the lower heights of cut.

The comb is adjusted as follows:

Westminster models

1. Slacken nuts 14 .

2. Turn screws 15 until the comb tines just touch the

ground.

Note: Take care not to set the comb tines too deep.

3. While holding screw 15 tighten nuts 14 to lock the

comb in place.

Buckingham models

1. Slacken nut 16 and screws 17 until the comb tines

just touch the ground.

Note: Take care not to set the comb tines too deep.

2. While holding nut 16 tighten screws 17 to lock the

comb in place.

Starting and Stopping

Starting from Cold

Recoil Start Models:

1. Move the engine cut-off switch 18 to ON.

2. Move the throttle lever 19 to position .

3. Turn the petrol tap 20 on.

4. Move the choke lever 21 to “On”.

5. Pull the recoil cord handle 22 . Allow the recoil

handle to return slowly after each pull.

Starting from Hot

Follow “Starting from Cold” ignore steps 4 only.

If the engine does not start or will not continue to run

follow the “Starting from Cold” procedure with choke

lever between the “On” and “Off” postion.

Stopping

1. Move the throttle lever 19

to position Stop-

ping.

2. Move the engine cut-off switch 18 to OFF.

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Using Your mower

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Parking brake

The parking brake is primarily used to assist stopping

on slopes and for parking. Do not attempt to apply

the brake with the drive engaged, drive control lever

raised. Only use the brake as required and not as a

general stopping device. This will prevent premature

wear on the roller rubber.

Use the brake as follows:

Releasing

Pull the brake lever 23 back and away from the

parking position “(P)” notch and allow the lever

to go forward to the brake off position “O”.

Braking

Pull the brake lever 23 back to the brake position

or if parking position “(P)” notch.

Engaging Cylinder cutter and rear roller

1. Ensure that the cutter release lever 24 is located in

notch.

2. Start engine and release the parking brake.

3. Push the red safety latch 25 forward and gradually

squeeze the drive lever 2toward the top handle.

4. Release the red safety latch 25 .

5. Adjust the speed as required by moving the throt-

tle lever 19 between and .

6. To stop, release the drive lever 2.

Engaging rear roller only

Note: To prevent damage to the transmission, ensure

the mower is stationary.

Lift and pull out the cutter release lever 24 from

notch.

Before mowing, check the engine oil level and fill the

petrol tank.

Toward the end of season, it is advisable to put

only as much fuel in the tank as you need for

each cut, since it should be completely used be-

fore storing the mower.

For best results, place the lawnmower on the

edge of lawn, mow in a forward direction.

Then at right angles at the end of each turn,

slightly overlapping the previously cut strip.

The next time you mow the lawn, try to work at right

angles to the previous cut as this will help prevent un-

evenness in the soil surface which can build up if you

always mow in the same direction.

Stop and remove spark plug cap.

Note: To ensure long and reliable service, carry out

the following maintenance regularly.

Regularly check for obvious defects such as loose,

dislodged or damaged blades, loose fixings, and

worn or damaged components.

Check that covers and guards are undamaged and

correctly fitted. Carry out necessary maintenance or

repairs before using.

Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a

soft brush and cloth. Do not use water, solvents or

polishes. Remove all debris, especially from the air fil-

ter and engine fins.

If the mower should happen to fail despite the care

taken in manufacture and testing, repair should be

carried out by an authorised customer service agent

for TURFMECH garden products.

For all correspondence and spare parts orders, always

include the serial number from the nameplate

of the machine!

The cutter should be adjusted if the grass is not

cut cleanly and evenly.

1. Tilt the mower back and wedge securely.

2. Slacken adjuster bolt 26 and 27 on both sides of

mower.

3. Turn adjuster bolt 27 clockwise a little at a time.

Note: The blades are correctly adjusted when the cut-

ting cylinder lightly brushes the bottom blade across

the full width as the cylinder is turned.

The blade act like a pair of shears, as a test, correctly

adjusted blades will cut a piece of good quality writ-

ing paper across the width of the blade.

4. Once correctly adjusted tighten adjuster bolt 26 .

To improve the throw of the grass into box adjust

the delivery plate as follow:

1. Slacken bolts 28 .

2. Press the delivery plate down evenly, ensuring that

it does not touch the cylinder.

3. Once the ideal position is found tighten bolts 28 .

Mowing

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Maintenance

Adjusting the Blade

Adjusting the Delivery Plate

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The need for lubrication is minimal as moving parts

run on sealed bearings. The few lublication points 29

require a few drops of engine oil every 2 months.

Changing oil:

Change the oil after 2 hours of use. The oil should

then be changed every 50 hours or at the end of each

season before storage, whichever is sooner.

Change the oil as follows:

Note: The oil will drain more freely if the engine is

warm.

1. Clean area around the rear lower oil drain plug 30

and remove plug.

2. Screw the oil drain tube 31 assembly.

3. Tip the mower back and drain the oil into a suita-

ble container. Ensure that all the old oil has

drained away.

4. Refit the oil drain plug 30 .

5. Clean the area around the oil fill dip stick 6 and re-

move.

6. With the mower on level ground slowly pour a

good quality SAE 30 oil (i. e. SAE 10w30 API SF),

in small quantities, into the oil filler hole. The correct

level on the dip stick 9 . Depending on any residual

of oil in the sump, up to 0,6 litres (1.1 pint) oil will

be required to fill the engine.

7. Refit the oil fill dip stick 6.

Note: It is important that you use the recommended

oil to avoid damage to your engine.

Cleaning Air filter (See engine manual for details).

General maintenance and Adjustments (See engine

manual for details).

autosteer seat + pack Buckingham 20 F016 800104

autosteer seat + pack Buckingham 24 F016 800105

autosteer seat + pack Buckingham 30 F016 800106

side wheel kit Buckingham 20 F016 L80928

side wheel kit Buckingham 24 F016 L80929

side wheel kit Buckingham 30 F016 L80930

wheel and stand kit

1 litre of SAE 30 API SF Oil

Regular maintenace at the recommended service in-

tervals, replacing worn or damaged parts as necessary

and having the mower serviced by an TURFMECH

Approved Service Agent before winter storage will

maximise the life and reliability of the mower.

Observe the following before storage:

Clean the mower down thoroughly. Remove any

grass debris especially around the engine cooling fins

(also see engine manual) and the brake shoe.

Check the cutting action (see “Adjusting the Blades”)

and lightly oil the cutting edges.

Check that all nuts and bolts are tight.

Drain off any fuel in the petrol tank by:

– Removing the pipe from the carburettor and emp-

tying the fuel into a can.

– Run the engine for a few minutes until the engine

stops.

– Remove the carburettor bowl by removing nut,

and drain off any fuel in the carburettor. This will

prevent gum (fuel deposits) forming on essential

carburettor parts.

Lubrication

Engine Maintenance

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Accessories

Winter Storage/Storage over 30 day

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Westminster 20 F016 L80091

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The following table gives checks and actions that you can perform if your machine does not operate correctly.

If these do not identify/remedy the problem, contact your service agent.

Warning: Switch off, remove spark plug cap before investigating fault.

Fault Finding

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Mower leaves a ragged

finish

Cylinder not correctly adjuster Adjust the cylinder

Engine will not start Engine is flooded

Spark plug lead not connected

Spark plug dirty

No oil

Leave for 10 – 15 minutes

Reconnect

See engine maintenance manual

Add oil

Engine stops No petrol

Engine speed too low for conditions

Cutting cylinder obstructed

Engine does not stop

Refill tank

Move throttle

Turn off engine and clear

obstruction

Throttle cable not correctly

adjusted. Stop engine by removing

spark plug lead and refer to the

engine maintenance manual.

Cutting cylinder does not

rotate

n TURFMECH ApprovedatcatnoCtnemtsujdatcerrocnI

Service Agent

Land drive does not

engage

Incorrect adjustment/cable damaged Contact an TURFMECH Approved

Service Agent

Excessive vibration/noise Blade(s) or/and cylinder bearing damaged

Engine fault

Contact an TURFMECH Approved

Service Agent

See engine maintenance manual

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TURFMECH guarantees this product against manufacturing

defects. We will repair (or replace at our option) if a

manufacturing defect occurs within the guarantee pe-

riod as long as it has not been subjected to rental/hire

use. The engine fitted to this mower is covered by the

engine manufacturer. See engine manual for details.

The guarantee period for domestic use is 1 year for

parts and labour costs from date purchase.

The guarantee period for non-domestic use is 90 days

for parts and labour costs from date purchase.

For the purpose of this guarantee:

Domestic use means any use of the product on the

property belonging to the purchaser forming part of

the garden area of his/her dwelling.

Non-domestic use means all other uses including,

commercial, income producing, but excluding

rental/hire use.

To obtain a repair under this guarantee:

– Take your lawnmower to a TURFMECH Approved

Service Agent.

– Show your dated proof of purchase.

– Show the guarantee page.

This guarantee does not apply if:

– the product has been resold by original purchaser

(this does not apply in the Republic of Ireland), or

has been used under hire.

– the product has been modified to change the man-

ufacturer‘s specification, or if non-genuine spares

have been fitted.

– if any previous repair was undertaken by anyone

other than an TURFMECH Approved Service

– the fault is due to maladjustment, abuse, neglect or

accidental damage.

– the fault is due to lack of lubrication or mainte-

nance.

Failure is due to normal wear. The following parts are

considered as wearing parts. Their life is dependant

on regular servicing and they are not therefore, nor-

mally covered by the guarantee.

Blades, drive chains, bearings, rubber on the rear

roller and cables.

The cost of routine maintenance of the product is not

covered by the guarantee.

It is in your best interest to follow the Operating In-

structions for your mower/scarifier, as a properly

cared for product should give many yeas of excellent

service.

Always insist on genuine

TURFMECH spares or

parts. Any damage caused to the product through

the fitting of parts not made or approved by

Your statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee.

Your product has been manufactured under an envi-

ronmental management system using where possible

the most environmentally responsible material and

processes, and with the potential for recycling at the

end of its life.

When the time comes to dispose of this product

please consider the environmental and take it to a rec-

ognised recycling facility.

(Please contact your Local Authority for location in-

formation.)

Guarantee

Declaration of Conformity

Service

Guarantee.

Agent.

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EC Declaration of Conformity

We: Turfmech Machinery Ltd

Of: Hangar 5, New Road, Hixon, Staffordshire, ST18 OPJ, UK

Declare that equipment: Category 32 petrol lawn trimmer/mower

conforms to the essential requirements of the following directives and their amendments:

2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC, 2000/14/EC and has been designed and manufactured to the

following standards: BS EN 836.

Typically the A-weighted noise level of the product is:

Model number Sound

pressure

level

Sound

power

level

Uncertainty

(K)

Guaranteed sound power

level 2000/14/EC:

Less than-

Westminster 20 86 dB(A) 97dB(A) 2 dB 98dB(A)

Buckingham 20 /24 84 dB(A) 97dB(A) 2 dB 98dB(A)

Buckingham 30 85 dB(A) 98dB(A) 2 dB 100dB(A)

Wear hearing protection!

Vibration emission values (triaxial vector sum) determined according to BS EN 836

Model number Vibration Uncertainty (K)

Westminster 20 4 m/s2s/m2 2

Buckingham 20 /24 4 m/s2s/m2 2

Buckingham 30 4 m/s2s/m2 2

Notified body: AV Technology

Technical file at: Turfmech Machinery Ltd, Staffordshire, UK

I hereby declare that the product described under “technical data” has been tested and

found to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced specifications. The

unit complies with all essential requirements of the directives.

Place: Stafford, July 2011

Signature:

Position: Managing Director

Turfmech Machinery Ltd

Hangar 5 - New Road

Hixon - Staffordshire ST18 0PJ England

Helpline: 0906 633 0934

Calls cost £1.53 per minute + network extras.

Bill payers only - 18+. Calls are recorded.

Provider: A2B, 0870 046 0138

Hours of service are 8am-5pm Mon-Fri / 10am-5pm Sat-Sun

Web helpline: www.mowerhelp.com

TURFMECH is not covered by the

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