AS MOTOR AS 65/2T Enduro-Kat User manual

Operating Instructions
Allmäher®
AS 65/2T Enduro-Kat
From serial number: 019910020001
Issued: 15 April 2013, V11.0
EN-Translation of the Original Operating Instructions

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Preface
Please fill in all data referring to your device.
When ordering spare parts, provide your deal-
er with the device and engine number.
Serial number:
Engine number:
Date of purchase:
Address of dealer:
Dear customer:
Congratulations on your purchase. You have
acquired a reliable quality product by “AS-
Motor Germany”.
This product has been manufactured according
to modern manufacturing methods and com-
prehensive quality assurance measures. Only
when you are satisfied with your device, we
have attained our goal.
Read these operating instructions carefully and
attentively so that your device operates
smoothly and you and others are safe from any
hazards. If you have questions concerning
your device, please contact your dealer or call
our customer service (tele-
phone [phone]). For international
AS partners, please see:
www.as-motor.de/worldwide.
“AS-Motor Germany” wishes you much joy with
your new device.
Intended use
The device is exclusively intended for cutting
grass or similar vegetation in well maintained
areas in agriculture, forestry, and landscape
conservation that are mowed at least once a
year.
Only use attachments and cutting tools author-
ised by “AS-Motor Germany”.
Any use exceeding this purpose is inadmissi-
ble. The manufacturer is not responsible for
any damage resulting from this. Observe the
required maintenance and repair measures.
The user of the device is responsible for acci-
dents or damage to other persons or their
property!
The device must not be used:
–To cut hard objects, rocks, rubble, or pieces
of wood.
–To trim bushes, hedges, and shrubbery.
–To cut plants in flower pots or planters or on
rooftops.
–To clean (vacuum) footpaths.
–As shredder for shredding tree and hedge
cuttings.
–As drive unit for work tools and any type of
tool sets that are not authorised by “AS-
Motor Germany”.

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Contents
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Preface.....................................................
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Intended use............................................
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Explanation of the symbols ....................
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Symbols in the instructions ....................
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Symbols on the device...........................
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Safety instructions ..................................
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Get informed!.........................................
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User restrictions and hours of operation.
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Safe handling of fuel..............................
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Check the device prior to use.................
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Use caution during operation .................
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Prior to mowing......................................
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Use caution when mowing.....................
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When work is completed........................
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Use caution during maintenance and
repair.....................................................
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Device description...................................
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Control elements.....................................
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Assembly .................................................
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Scope of delivery...................................
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Unpacking..............................................
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Guide bar and handlebar .......................
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Transport .................................................
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Loading..................................................
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Unloading the device .............................
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Information on mowing...........................
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Prior to starting........................................
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Fuel .......................................................
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Tanking up.............................................
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Adjusting cutting height..........................
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Locking steerable front wheel.................
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Starting.....................................................
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Starting the device.................................
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Engaging the blade................................
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Driving......................................................
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Driving...................................................
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Reverse gear.........................................
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Turning..................................................
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Differential lock......................................
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Switching off and parking.......................
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Maintenance and cleaning ......................
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Preparations ..........................................
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Cleaning the device ...............................
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General inspection.................................
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Chain lubrication....................................
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Transmission .........................................
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Maintaining the engine...........................
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Checking the spark plugs.......................
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Maintaining the air filter..........................
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Checking the drive.................................
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Checking the parking brake....................
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Checking the blade................................
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Storage.....................................................
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Storing the device..................................
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Longer storage.......................................
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Restarting..............................................
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Spare parts...............................................
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Wear parts................................................
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Accessories .............................................
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Disposal ...................................................
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Warranty...................................................
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Troubleshooting ......................................
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Mixing ratios fuel.....................................
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Technical data..........................................
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Declaration of conformity........................
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Marketing
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Explanation of the symbols
Symbols in the instructions
In these operating instructions, the following
symbols are used to denote special dangers.
Warning.
These symbols denote special
dangers.
Prohibition sign.
These symbols denote inadmis-
sible procedures.
Directive sign.
These symbols denote required
protective measures.
Symbols on the device
The following symbols are placed on the de-
vice to inform you must be careful and atten-
tive when using the device:
Working with the device requires
extreme cautiousness.
Read the operating instructions
before you use the device.
Risk of injury!
Make sure that no one is within
the danger zone of the device.
Objects may be ejected.
The quickly rotating blade can
cause life threatening injuries or
immense property damage! Be
especially careful to keep your
hands and feet away from the
blade when the device is put into
operation.
Prior to any repair and mainte-
nance work, pull off the spark
plug connector.
Clean the ventilation grid!
The cooling air of the
motor is sucked in through
the ventilation grid of the
engine cover. Always keep
the entire surface open
and free!
Noise is causing health prob-
lems. Use personal ear protec-
tion to avoid hearing damage.
Hot surface. Do not touch the
engine or the silencer. They
become very hot during opera-
tion and you can get burned.
Type plate
The type plate on the device provides you
with information on the device type and
the technical data.
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Rasenm äher
4,4 kW (6,0 PS) / 2800 (1/min)
68 kg
2011
SNR:020909090055
AS-MOTOR GERMANY GmbH & Co KG
Ellwanger Stra ße 15
D-74424B ühlertann
1003s
AS 53 B6 RB-Kat
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Name and address of the manufac-
turer
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Device designation
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Type designation
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Rated power output in kW / engine
speed
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Weight
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Year of manufacture
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Serial number
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CE marking

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Safety instructions
Get informed!
For your safety, read these operating instruc-
tions with care. Familiarize yourself with the
control elements and the proper use of the
device. Share these operating instructions with
other users of the device.
Before you use the device for the first time, let
the dealer instruct you regarding safe use.
User restrictions and hours of
operation
Never give your children or other persons who
are not familiar with the operation instructions
permission to use the device. Persons under
18 years old may operate the device only
under supervision. Local regulations will de-
termine the minimum age of the user and the
hours of operation.
Unsuitable for the operation of the device are
persons
–Who are under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medicine that slows down reaction
time.
–With physical and mental impairments.
People fitted with pace makers
are not allowed to touch any
current carrying parts of the
ignition system.
Safe handling of fuel
Danger!
Fuel is toxic and highly inflamma-
ble.
Danger of fire and explosion!
Keep the fuel away from ignition
sources and do not smoke while
handling the device.
Do not inhale fuel vapours; they are
dangerous to your health.
Use gloves and avoid skin
contact with the fuel.
Fuel up outdoors only when the engine is cool
and not running. Use a filler or funnel.
Do not spill any fuel and do not let the fuel get
into the canalisation or ground water.
If you spilled fuel, do not start the device until
the fuel vapours have evaporated (wipe dry).
Move the device away from the area where the
fuel was spilled.
Always close the tank cap securely and do not
open it while the engine is running or the de-
vice is still hot.
Drain the fuel tank only when outdoors. Use a
suitable container or run the tank empty.
Keep the fuel away from children and store it in
a suitable container in a dark, cool, and dry
location.
Never park the device with fuel in the tank
inside a building where fuel vapours could
come in contact with open fire or sparks.
Immediately replace a damaged fuel tank or
tank cap (authorised dealership).
First aid
When swallowing fuel or inhaling fuel vapours,
do not force vomiting and immediately consult
a doctor.
In case of skin contact, immediately wash with
water and soap. Change your soiled clothing
as soon as you can.
Measures in case of a fire
In case of a fire, use foam, dry powder extin-
guisher, or carbon dioxide (CO2). Never douse
with water!
Check the device prior to use
Prior to use, check by visual inspection blade,
protection skirt, drive and fastening parts for
proper condition and firm seating.
Never use the device if covers, protective skirt,
or protection bow are defective.

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Do not remove, change or override any safety
devices or control elements.
Observe the maintenance instructions and
replace damaged or worn parts immediately.
Have an authorised service centre check your
device if the blade does not stop within
7 seconds.
Use caution during operation
Do not start the engine
–if fuel was spilled.
–in closed or poorly ventilated rooms (danger
of poisoning!).
–if there are other persons nearby.
Only start the device when your feet are at a
safe distance to the blade.
During startup of the engine, do not tilt the
device.
Do not touch the engine or the silencer. They
become very hot during operation and you can
get burned. Resulting unintentional movements
constitute an additional injury hazard.
Switch off the blade and wait until the blade
comes to a standstill
–before you move over surfaces other than
grass.
Switch off the engine and wait until the blade
comes to a standstill
–before you tilt or transport the device.
–if you step away from the device, even for
just a short time.
–before you adjust the cutting height.
–before you refuel.
Switch off the engine and wait until the blade
comes to a standstill, and pull off the spark
plug connector
–before you clean or check the device or
before you carry out work on the device.
–before you unblock or unclog the discharge
area.
Prior to mowing
Personal protective measures
While mowing, always wear
sturdy footwear with good grip,
long trousers, and gloves. Do
not mow in open sandals or
bare feet.
Noise is causing health prob-
lems. Use personal ear protec-
tion to avoid hearing damage.
Wear safety glasses and head-
gear.
Preparing the mowing area
Prior to mowing, carefully check the perimeter
of the lawn. Remove rocks, pieces of wood,
bones, wires, and other objects that could be
picked up and thrown out by the device.
Use caution when mowing
Risk of injury
Always stay within hearing range to other
persons who can assist you in case of an
emergency.
Danger!
Risk of injury caused by thrown out
objects.
Never mow while persons, children,
pets, or property are in the vicinity.
The area in front of and to the right of the
device is especially dangerous.
Keep your hands and feet away from rotating
parts. Keep your distance to the discharge
area when you work with the device.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Avoid mowing wet grass -
slipping hazard!

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Be extremely cautious when turning the device
round or pulling it toward you and when mov-
ing in reverse.
Always walk slowly!
Never lift or carry the device when the engine
is running.
When using the device over a longer period of
time, vibrations can cause disturbances in the
blood supply of the hands. A generally accept-
ed usage time cannot be determined. Use
gloves.
Take breaks on time.
Have an authorised service centre check the
device immediately
–if the blade hit an object.
–if the device starts to vibrate unusually
severely.
Caution when mowing slopes
When mowing slopes,
there is a risk of slipping
and tilting!
1. Only mow steep slopes when safe opera-
tion assured.
2. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
3. When mowing steep slopes, meet the
appropriate safety measures, e.g. use step
irons.
4. Always mow in horizontal directions, never
up- or downwards.
5. Sure footing is essential for your safety,
always wear skid proof safety shoes.
6. Be extremely careful when changing the
direction.
7. Only mow when the surface is dry and non-
slip.
The device can roll away when you mow
downhill. Put the device down on even surfac-
es only and prevent inadvertent rolling.
Mowing surfaces with fire hazard
–Carry a sufficient amount of suitable extin-
guishing agent.
–If side inclination is too great, fuel may leak
from the carburetor or the tank. This poses a
fire hazard!
–Observe the mowed surface also after mov-
ing is completed to ensure that no fire will
start.
To avoid risk of fire, keep the following compo-
nents free of dirt, grass, hay, leaking oil,
grease, etc.:
–Engine
–Silencer (manifold, guard, clearances)
–Area around the fuel tank
When work is completed
After mowing, always close the fuel valve and
the tank ventilation.
Prior to leaving the device, wait until the engine
comes to a standstill and pull off the spark plug
connector.
After switching it off, let the device cool down
for at least 20 minutes before you store it in a
dry, closed, sufficiently ventilated room.
Never store the device when there is fuel in the
tank inside a building where fuel vapours might
come into contact with open fire or sparks.
Use caution during maintenance
and repair
Only carry out maintenance work as described
in these operating instructions. Have an au-
thorised service centre carry out all other work.
Prior to starting any maintenance work, wait
until the engine comes to a standstill and pull
off the spark plug connectors.
We explicitly point out that, in accordance with
the Product Liability Act, we are not liable for
damages that were caused by our devices if
–worn or damaged parts were not repaired or
replaced on time.
–these damages were caused by improper
repair.
–when changing a part, our original parts or
parts authorised by use were not used.

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–the repair work was not carried out by an
authorised service station.
The same applies for spare parts and accesso-
ries.

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Device description
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Steerable front wheel
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Interlock steerable front wheel
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Cutting height adjustment
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Ventilation grid
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Starter grip
6
Air filter
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Lever for lateral adjustment of handlebar
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Handlebar console
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Height adjustment of handlebar
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Type plate
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Switching lever
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Tank ventilation
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Tank filler spout
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Fuel valve
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Spark plug connector
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Silencer
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Protection bow
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Protection skirt

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Control elements
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Throttle lever (1)
With the accelerator lever, you change the
engine speed and thus control the engine
output.
MAX: Full throttle
MIN: Neutral position
Drive lever with parking brake (2 )
With the drive lever, you switch the drive and
the parking brake on and off.
Drive on / parking brake
off (I):
Press the lever towards
the handlebar and contin-
ue to hold.
Drive off / parking brake
on (0):
Release the lever.
Blade clutch lever (3)
The blade clutch lever is a safety device.
When you release the lever the blade comes
to a standstill within 7 seconds
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Engaging blade (I):
Lift the blade clutch lever,
engage the latch knob (87) and
press the blade clutch lever
towards the handlebar.
Disengaging blade (0):
Release the blade clutch lever
and set the accelerator lever to
MIN.
Engine stop switch (5)
Switch the ignition on and off with the
engine stop switch. When you switch
off the ignition, the engine is switched
off.
0: OFF
I: ON
Lever for lateral adjustment of handlebar (4)
1. Release the eccentric tension lever.
2. Attention: Do not crush the Bowden cables
when pivoting the handlebar.
Swivel the handlebar to the side to the de-
sired position.
3. Clamp the handlebar with the eccentric
tension lever.
Height adjustment of handlebar
You adjust the height of the handlebar with the
screw for the height adjustment of the handle-
bar (see Assembly).
Differential lock (6)
On:
Release the lever.
Off:
Press the lever towards
the handlebar and contin-
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Switching lever
The transmission has 5 forwards gears, neutral
position, and one reverse gear. For switching,
release the drive lever, switch to the next gear
and continue to drive.
R
Driving in reverse
2.1 km/h
N
Neutral position
0 km/h
1
Driving forwards
1.5 km/h
2
Driving forwards
1.7 km/h
3
Driving forwards
2.1 km/h
4
Driving forwards
3 km/h
5
Driving forwards
4.5 km/h
Carburetor with choke and tickler
The choke (1) and the tickler (2) are required
for the cold engine start.
Opening the choke:
Turn clockwise to the
stop.
Closing the choke:
Turn anti-clockwise to the
stop.
2
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Filling carburetor with
fuel:
Press the tickler briefly
until the fuel flow starts.
Fuel valve
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1: Open
2: Closed
Assembly
Scope of delivery
The device is delivered in a carton.
The scope of delivery includes:
–The device.
–These operating instructions.
–Warranty card.
–Tool bag.
Unpacking
1. Open the box at the top.
2. Cut open the front side of the box.
3. Bring the handlebar up (see guide bar and
handlebar).
4. Check the air pressure in the tires (see
Technical data).
5. Switch the switching lever at the transmis-
sion to neutral position.
6. Press the drive lever towards the handlebar
and push the device off the pallet.

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Guide bar and handlebar
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3
1. Slacken the screw for the height adjust-
ment of the handlebar (1) and pull it out
sideways.
2. Attention: Do not crush the Bowden ca-
bles (2) when swivelling the handlebar.
Swivel up the handlebar (3) to the correct
working position and tighten with the screw
and nut.
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Transport
Warning!
Risk of injury due to the heavy
weight of the device. The device
can fall over and fall down and
cause severe injuries.
Observe the following notices.
Transport the device on a freight vehicle or a
trailer which is designed for a carrying capacity
of at least as great as the empty weight of the
device.
Prior to transport, let the device cool down for
at least 20 minutes. Close the tank ventilation
and the fuel valve.
For transport, you can fold up the handlebar.
Loading
Use suitable ramps for loading that
–can carry the empty weight of the de-
vice + 100 kg.
–are wider than the device.
–have a slip-free surface.
1. Put the device in front of the ramps and
make sure that the ramps
–are as wide as the wheel gauge of the
device.
–are tightly secured to the platform.
–are not steeper than 15°.
2. Carefully drive the device via the ramps
onto the platform.
3. Secure the device against rolling, sliding,
tilting, and fuel leakage.
4. Secure the device with belts to the frame
elements that can hold the weight.
Caution! To prevent damages to the de-
vice, we recommend to fasten the straps
exactly as shown in the illustration. Do not
overtighten the straps.
Unloading the device
1. Undo the transport fastenings.

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2. Drive the device carefully down the ramps
of the platform.
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Information on mowing
Prior to mowing, check your device for com-
pleteness, proper functioning, and cleanliness.
A dirty ventilation grid causes overheating of
the engine, this can damage the engine. A dirty
protective grid at the silencer poses a fire
hazard.
Frequent engagement and disengagement of
the clutch increases wear of the blade drive
belt and the blade brake. Especially in case of
high grass, clutch engagement leads to over-
load.
To keep the area well maintained, mow fre-
quently and keep the grass short.
Only mow with a sharp and undamaged blade.
Have the blade sharpened and balanced
regularly (by authorised service centre).
Do not mow when the grass is wet or when it is
raining. The turf may be damaged and there is
a danger of slipping!
Turn the device around only in already mown
sections. Do not leave the device unattended
while the engine is running
For mowing, always turn the accelerator lever
to full throttle to achieve the best mowing
performance.
To avoid blockage during the ejection of grass,
we recommend, for flat terrain, to proceed
according to the mowing patterns. Mulch is
shredded into much smaller pieces when you
mow the terrain once again in the opposite
direction.
If the grass is extremely high, mow twice at
different cutting height settings.
Prior to starting
Fuel
Use a mixture of two stroke oil and unleaded
petrol (octane rating at least ROZ 91). You can
use E10 petrol. Do not store E10 petrol longer
than 30 days.
For mixing ratio, see chapter Mixing ratio fuel.
Recommendation: Two stroke oil TITAN 2T
100S, mixing ratio 1:100.
Your advantages:
–Halve oil consumption compared to 1:50 –
more environmentally and cost friendly.
–Optimum protection of the engine for a long
service life.
You can buy Fuchs “TITAN 2T 100S” from
your AS-dealer:
Container
Spare
part no.
1 litre
(resealable bottle)
E06830
100 ml
(disposable container)
E10286
40 x 100 ml
(disposable containers in box)
E10561
Notice: You can find on the market ready
mixed two stroke fuels. Based on our experi-
ence, the ready mixed fuels “STIHL Motomix
1:50” and “ASPEN 2-stroke” can be used. No
guarantee can be given for operation of the
device with other fuels and oils!
Storing fuel mixture
The fuel mixture ages and can cause engine
damages. Only mix as much fuel as you are
going to use up during the next mowing.

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Tanking up
Danger!
Fuel is ignited by hot engine parts.
Prior to filling up, switch off the
engine and wait for at least
20 minutes until the engine has
cooled down. Observe the safety
instructions regarding the fuel!
Filling in the fuel:
1. For filling, use a canister with a filler spout
or use as funnel.
2. Open the canister carefully so that the
existing overpressure is discharged slowly
and no fuel spurts out.
3. Open the tank cap carefully so that the
existing overpressure is discharged slowly
and no fuel spurts out.
4. Fill the fuel tank.
5. Screw the tank cap on tightly.
Adjusting cutting height
Adjust the cutting height setting only when the
engine is switched off.
Set the cutting height so that the blade does
not touch the ground even in case of terrain
unevenness. If the cutting height is set too
high, objects can be ejected and the “clean cut
appearance” can be destroyed.
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1. Switch off the engine and wait until the
blade comes to a standstill.
2. Pull the lever (1) upwards and turn it until
the desired cutting height is reached.
Locking steerable front wheel
On flat terrain, it is more comfortable to leave
the front wheel free to pivot. If you mow in
horizontal direction, it is necessary to always
lock the wheel.
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Releasing steerable front wheel
Pull off the spring cotter (1) and insert it into
the hole at the handlebar console.
Locking the steerable front wheel
Insert the spring cotter (1).
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Starting
Danger!
During startup, there is a risk of
injury caused by the rotating blade.
Make sure that no one is within the
danger zone of the blade. Do not tip
the device over to one side during
startup.
Danger!
If after startup the carburetor does
not close properly, fuel will overflow
and a fire hazard occurs.
Close the fuel valve and contact an
authorised service centre.
Starting the device
1. Place the device onto a flat surface, not in
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2. Open the fuel valve and the tank ventila-
tion.
3. Plug on the spark plug connector.
4. Only for cold start: Close the choke at the
carburetor (turn anti-clockwise).
5. Press the tickler at the carburetor until the
fuel is seen to drip.
6. Set the engine stop switch to "I".
7. Put the accelerator lever to lowest engine
speed position.
8. Pull the starter point slowly out until you
feel resistance then pull out quickly –en-
gine starts to run.
9. Let the starter rope retract slowly.
10.Put the accelerator lever to medium engine
speed position.
11.Reopen the choke (turn clockwise).
12.For mowing, set the accelerator lever to the
maximum speed.
Engaging the blade
1. Lift the blade clutch lever.
2. Press the latch knob at the blade clutch
lever.
3. Press the blade clutch lever towards the
handlebar –the blade starts to move.
Disengaging the blade when moving over
paths:
1. Release the blade clutch lever.
Driving
Driving
In case of a hazardous situation, switch off the
drive and declutch the blade.
Drive on:
1. Engage the desired gear.
2. Press the drive lever towards the handlebar
- device is moving.
Drive off:
1. Release the drive lever.
Adjusting the driving speed:
The driving speed depends on the quantity and
thickness of the growth. If the growth is espe-
cially high and thick, you can mow at low
driving speed only.
1. Release the drive lever.
2. Engage the desired gear.
3. Press the drive lever back towards the
handlebar –device is moving.
Reverse gear
Danger!
Risk of injury caused by slipping or
tripping during moving in reverse or
turning.
When moving in reverse, always
switch off the blade!
Prior to switching on the reverse, make sure
that path is free of obstacles. Especially when
going over already mowed grass ensure safe
footing.
1. Release the drive lever.
2. Disengage the blade.
3. Set the accelerator lever to medium speed.
4. Set the switching lever to reverse (R).
5. Press the drive lever towards the handlebar
- device moves in reverse.
Turning
Turn the device round only where the grass
has been mowed already.
Turning round on an even surface:
1. Switch off the drive and the differential lock.
2. Turn the device to the desired side.
3. Switch the drive and the differential lock
back on.
Turning round on a sloping area:
1. Disengage the blade.
2. Keep the drive switched on.
3. Switch off the differential lock.
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5. Hold back the handlebar and the inner
wheel.
6. Switch the differential lock back on.
The drive prevents sliding and supports the
turn manoeuvre.
Differential lock
The differential lock connects the rear wheels
rigidly to each other. This improves traction
and driving stability of the device. The danger
of slipping is reduced and safe braking is made
possible.
When the differential lock is released, the
device can be steered and turned with ease.
Switching off and parking
Caution!
On a slope, the device can roll
away.
Put the device on even ground only
or secure it against rolling away.
1. Release the drive lever.
2. Set the accelerator lever to the lowest
engine speed.
3. Release the blade clutch lever.
4. Set the engine stop switch to "0".
5. Wait until the engine comes to a standstill
before you step away from the device.
6. Close the fuel valve and the tank ventila-
tion.
7. Pull off the spark plug connector.

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Maintenance and cleaning
Regular maintenance keeps your device ready
for use.
If you do not observe the maintenance notices,
faults may occur that are not covered by the
warranty. Operational safety is endangered as
well.
Contact your authorised service centre for
checkup if you detect problems during mainte-
nance.
Component
Action
Maintenance
interval
A
B
Device
Check for safe working condition.
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Clean.
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Customer service.
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Fuel
Check fuel level.
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Is the tank cap closed?
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Tank, fuel
valve, and
fuel line
Check parts for leaks and check for good condition.
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Carburetor
Does the carburetor close again after starting?
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Ventilation
grid
Clean.
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Engine coo-
ling
Clean.
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Spark plug
Check/replace.
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Air filter
Maintain.
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Blade and
fastening
components
Check for wear and damage. See chapter Checking the blade.
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Change.
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Blade brake
Does the brake function properly and does the blade stop
within 7 seconds?
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Drive lever
Does the device stop when the lever is in zero position?
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V-belt
Are the V-belts tensioned correctly, without fissures, and in
good condition?
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Bowden
cables
Check for proper function and ease of movement.
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Component
Action
Maintenance
interval
A
B
Acceleration
lever
Check for proper function.
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Chassis and
impact pro-
tection
Check for rust and fissures and check the welding seams.
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Are all protective device fastened correctly and properly func-
tioning?
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Label
Condition of the labels.
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Parking
brake
Check the parking brake.
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Flammable
material
Remove easily flammable debris buildup from the engine and
the device.
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Tires
Check tires and tire pressure if necessary.
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A
B
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Before and after each use.
Annually or every 50 h.
By the user when the engine is not running.
By the user when the engine is running.
By the authorised service centre.
Preparations
Prior to all maintenance and cleaning work:
1. Let the device cool down for at least
20 minutes.
2. Pull off the spark plug connector.
3. Close the fuel valve and the tank ventila-
tion.
4. For work on the bottom of the device, tilt
the device to the silencer side.
Cleaning the device
After each use, you should clean the device
thoroughly, especially the bottom side and the
blade.
Stuck grass or dirt affect the grass discharge
and the cutting quality. For a sufficient engine
cooling, keep the engine cover, ventilation grid,
and the engine clean.

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Fire hazard! Pay special attention so that
components at the silencer are clean.
For cleaning use a hand brush. Remove stub-
born soiling with a wooden or plastic spatula.
Clean the outer housing parts with a cloth.
Do not rinse off the device with a water jet or
high pressure cleaner! Do not use aggressive
cleaning agents.
General inspection
To ensure proper working order of the device,
regularly check all nuts, bolts, screws, fuel line
connections, air filters, etc. for firm seating.
Check the ignition cable and the spark plug
connectors for damages.
Change the damaged or used parts especially
covers, protection skirt, silencer, or fuel imme-
diately (authorised service centre).
Chain lubrication
The chains on the right and left of the differen-
tial lock must be lubricated on a regular basis.
We recommend the use of biodegradable
chain spray.
Transmission
The transmission is maintenance-free and
filled with oil that is supposed to last the entire
service life of the device. Make sure that there
are no leaks or damages.
Maintaining the engine
Danger!
If the speed of rotation is set too
high, objects can be ejected. The
engine can be damaged and noise
pollution increases.
Do not change the basic setting of
the carburetor or the speed control.
To ensure a long service life of the engine,
sufficient engine cooling is required.
Keep the
- engine cover (ventilation grid),
- silencer (protective grid) and
- cooling fins of the engine
clean at all times.
Checking the spark plugs
Danger!
The ignition system generates an
electromagnetic field.
Wearers of pacemakers must not
work on live parts.
Soiled spark plugs reduce the engine output.
Clean the electrode of the spark plug with a
brass wire brush. Check the electrode gap
(see “Technical data”). Make sure that the
insulator around the electrode is not damaged.
Never use a damaged spark plug.
Tighten the spark plug with the torque indicat-
ed in the technical data.
Maintaining the air filter
Danger!
Cleaning agents pose a fire and
explosion hazard.
Never clean the air filter with flam-
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Caution!
A cleaning of the air filter with
compressed air damages the filter
fabric and the air filter becomes
useless.
Change the air filter when it is dirty.
Caution!
When you use air filters from ac-
cessory suppliers, the engine can
be damaged.
Only use the original AS-Motor air
filter cartridges.
Make sure that the air filter is always clean. A
dirty air filter reduces the engine performance
and leads to increased engine wear and fuel
consumption. Irrespective of the operating
hours, change the filter insert at least once a
year. Cleaning the air filter is not possible. Do
not operate the engine without air filter.
Beware! During filter change, accumulated dirt
in the air filter can get into the carburetor and
damage it.
1. Screw off the air filter lid.
2. Carefully pull out the filter element. Make
sure that no dirt from the inside of the air fil-
ter housing enters gets into the carburetor.
3. Close the carburetor with a clean cloth.
4. Clean the inside of the air filter housing
carefully.
5. Remove coarse, loose dirt from the filter
element by knocking it off. Replace the fil-
ter element if the dirt is extensive or caked
on.
6. Remove the cloth from the carburetor.
7. Re-insert the filter element.
8. Screw the air filter lid back on.
Checking the drive
1. Put the device on a non-slip surface (e.g.
concrete or asphalt).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Set the switching lever to a forward gear.
4. Actuate the drive lever.
5. Try to pull the device backwards.
If the rear wheels lock, the drive is correctly
adjusted. If you can pull the device, the drive
must be re-adjusted.
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Re-adjusting the drive
Turn the adjusting screw (1) at the drive so that
the wheels lock, while the drive is actuated,
when the device is pulled. If there is no im-
provement after the adjustment, have the
device checked by an authorised service
centre.
Checking the parking brake
1. Put the device on a non-slip surface (e.g.
concrete or asphalt).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Switch the switching lever to neutral posi-
tion.
4. Try pulling the device backwards.
If the rear wheel lock, the parking brake is
correctly adjusted. If the device can be easily
pulled backwards, the parking brake must be
re-adjusted. Contact an authorised service
centre to do so.