AS MOTOR AS 900 ENDURO User manual

Operator's Manual
Ride-on-Allmäher®
AS900ENDURO, AS915ENDURO,
AS980ENDURO
From serial number: AS 900: 021415010001, AS 915: 018215010015, AS 980:
030217110001
Issued: 22 Dec 2017, V22.2
en-Translation of the Original Operator's Manual

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Notes on the operating
manual
Dear customer,
Congratulations on your purchase. You have
acquired a reliable quality product by “AS-Mo-
tor 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.
These operating instructions contain important
information to help you avoid hazards and to
increase the reliability and the life span of the
device.
Read the operating instructions
before using the device. Share
these operating instructions and
the operating instructions of the
engine with other users of the
device.
Contact
If you have questions concerning your device,
please contact you dealer or call our customer
service ([phone]).
For international AS partners, please see:
www.as‑motor.de.
Device data
Please fill in all data referring to your device.
When ordering spare parts, provide your
dealer with the serial and engine numbers.
Serial number (see manufacturer’s certificate
or type plate):
Engine number:
Date of purchase:
Address of dealer:
Intended use
The device is intended for cutting and mulching
grass or similar vegetation in agriculture,
forestry, and landscape conservation. Woody
growth must not be older than maximally one
year.
Only use attachments and cutting tools autho-
rised by “AS-Motor Germany”.
Any other use exceeding this purpose is inad-
missible.
Observe the instructions chapter for Mainten-
ance. Otherwise, operational safety is en-
dangered.
The user of the device is responsible for acci-
dents or damage that can happen to other per-
sons 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”.
The device is not licensed for driving on public
roads.

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Contents
Notes on the operating manual............. 2
Contact .................................................... 2
Device data.............................................. 2
Intended use............................................ 2
Explanation of the symbols................... 5
Symbols in the instructions...................... 5
Symbols on the device............................ 5
Safety instructions ................................. 7
Get informed!........................................... 7
User restrictions and hours of operation.. 7
Safe handling of fuel................................ 7
Check the device prior to use.................. 8
Danger area............................................. 8
Use caution during operation................... 9
Prior to mowing........................................ 9
Use caution when mowing....................... 10
Caution when mowing slopes.................. 10
Take special care when pulling loads...... 11
When work is completed......................... 12
Hydraulic components............................. 12
Use caution during maintenance and re-
pair........................................................... 12
Device description.................................. 13
Device description.................................. 14
Control elements .................................... 15
Front area................................................ 15
Brake....................................................... 16
Control lever at seat................................ 16
Moving the device without drive.............. 18
Fuel valve................................................ 18
Information on mowing.......................... 19
Mowing with standard mulching kit.......... 19
Prior to starting....................................... 19
Checking the oil level............................... 19
Fuel.......................................................... 19
Tanking up............................................... 20
Adjusting the seating position.................. 20
Adjusting the seat suspension................. 20
Putting up the bar.................................... 20
Starting.................................................... 21
Safety switches........................................ 21
Starting the engine (AS900, AS915)..... 21
Starting the engine (AS980)................... 21
Engaging the blade (AS900, AS915)..... 21
Engaging the blade (AS980).................. 22
When crossing over paths, disengage
the blade.................................................. 22
Oil pressure switch.................................. 22
Towing..................................................... 23
Driving ..................................................... 23
Braking.................................................... 23
Driving..................................................... 23
Reversing................................................ 24
Differential lock........................................ 24
Switching off and parking...................... 24
Transport ................................................ 25
Transport on pallets................................. 25
Transport of ready-to-use device............. 25
Maintenance............................................ 27
Maintenance overview............................. 28
Cleaning the device................................. 30
General inspection................................... 30
Checking the safety functions.................. 30
Operating hours counter.......................... 30
Checking the parking brake..................... 31
Checking the foot brake........................... 31
Grease lubrication................................... 31
Checking the blade.................................. 31
Checking the blade clutch....................... 33
Maintaining the engine............................ 33
Checking the engine oil level................... 33
Checking the spark plug.......................... 34
Maintaining the air filter........................... 34
Checking and charging the battery.......... 34
Hydrostat transmission............................ 35
Assembly AS 900, AS 915...................... 36
Scope of delivery..................................... 36
Unpacking................................................ 36
Mounting.................................................. 36

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Assembly AS 980.................................... 37
Scope of delivery..................................... 37
Unpacking................................................ 37
Mounting.................................................. 37
Storage .................................................... 40
Storing the device.................................... 40
Longer storage........................................ 40
Restarting................................................ 40
Spare parts.............................................. 40
Wear parts............................................... 40
Disposal................................................... 40
Warranty.................................................. 40
Troubleshooting ..................................... 42
Technical data......................................... 45
Technical data......................................... 47
Accessories AS 900, AS 915.................. 49
Accessories AS 980................................ 49
Declaration of conformity...................... 50

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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 inad-
missible procedures.
Directive sign.
These symbols denote required
protective measures.
Symbols on the device
The following symbols are placed on the
device to inform you must be careful and at-
tentive when using the device:
Working with the device requires
extreme caution. The quickly ro-
tating blade of the device can
cause life-threatening injuries or
major property damage
Read the operating instructions
before you use the device.
Make sure that no one is within
the danger zone of the device.
Hot surfaces or components. Do
not touch the engine or the si-
lencer.
Risk of injury due to running belt
drive! When the engine is run-
ning, never reach into the belt
drive.
Risk of injury caused by rotating
components!
Danger of bursting while tires
are inflated. Observe the ad-
missible tire pressure (see Tech-
nical data).
The device generates poisonous
exhaust fumes as soon as the
engine is running. Some of
these gases are odourless and
invisible. Never let the engine
run in closed rooms.
Risk of tipping!
max. 20°
When positioned sideways to
the slope, the device is stable
up to 20°(in accordance with the
standard measuring method).
98
LWA
dB
Sound level on the device.
Noise is causing health prob-
lems. Use personal ear protec-
tion to avoid hearing damage.
Do not clean the device with wa-
ter spray or high-pressure
cleaner!

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Warning!
Risk of injury caused by rotating blades or
parts.
Objects can be ejected. Make sure that no
one is within the danger zone of the blade (at
least 50metres).
Warning!
Explosion hazard! Keep the fuel away from
ignition sources and do not smoke while
handling the device.
Observe the safety instructions regarding the
fuel!
34
1
2
7x4 6x4
5
Lubrication chart
Position of grease nipples for grease lubrica-
tion. Observe the maintenance instructions.
Type plate
The type plate on the device provides you
with information on the device type and
the technical data.
1 Name and address of the
manufacturer
2 Device designation
3 Type designation
4 Rated power output in kW / engine
speed
5 Weight
6 Year of manufacture
7 Serial number
8 CE marking
9 Sound level LWA

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Safety instructions
Get informed!
For your safety, read these operating instruc-
tions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the
control elements and the proper use of the
device. Share these operating instructions with
other users of the device.
Have skilled personnel who were trained by
AS-Motor show you the safe handling of the
device before you work with it for the first time.
Get familiar with the device in a wide, open
and flat terrain first.
User restrictions and hours of
operation
Never allow children or persons who are not
familiar with the operating instructions to use
the device. Persons under 18 years of age
may operate the device only under proper su-
pervision. Local regulations determine the min-
imum age of the operator und the operating
times.
Unsuitable for operation of the device are per-
sons who
– are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
reaction retarding medicines.
– have physical and mental/emotional impair-
ments.
– are tired or sick.
People fitted with pace makers
are not allowed to touch any cur-
rent carrying parts of the ignition
system.
Safe handling of fuel
Danger
Fuel is toxic and highly inflammable.
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 dan-
gerous to your health.
Use gloves and avoid skin con-
tact 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
device 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 in-
side 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).

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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 each use, check the blade, protection
skirt, impact protection, covers, ejection rub-
ber, drive and fastening parts, cables and
cable connections for proper working condition
and firm seating by visual inspection.
Never use the device if covers, impact protec-
tion, ejection rubber or protection skirt are de-
fective or not mounted.
Do not remove, change or override any safety
devices or control elements.
Have an authorised service centre check your
device if the blade does not stop within
5seconds.
Observe the maintenance instructions (see
Maintenance).
Prior to use, check functions and safety func-
tions of the device (see Maintenance) to en-
sure safe operation of the device.
Danger area
Fig.1:
Within the danger area of the device, there is a
risk of injury.
The rotating knife can cause injuries and ob-
jects can be thrown out. The area in front of
and to the right of the device is especially dan-
gerous.
On slopes, the device can topple over and
slide towards persons or run them over.
Make sure
– that nobody else is in the area that will be
mowed.
– that people are never positioned in the direc-
tion of travel in front of the device.
– that nobody is positioned on the slope below
the device.
– that you have a complete overview of the
danger area at all times.
– that you keep your hands and feet away
from the rotating parts.

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Use caution during operation
Danger of injury during motor start
The motor must not be started:
– When fuel was spilled.
– In closed or badly ventilated rooms (danger
of poisoning!).
– When other persons are in close proximity.
Risk of injury when the blade is running
Switch off the blade and wait until the blade
stops
– when you drive on surfaces other than
grass.
– when you do not mow.
– when you cannot overlook completely the
area to be mowed.
– when the device must be manoeuvred out of
a dangerous position.
– when the trafficability of the area to be
mowed is too unsafe.
Risk of injury when the engine is running
Switch off the engine, wait for the blade and
the engine to stop and remove the ignition key
– before you transport the device.
– before you step away from the device, even
for just a short time.
– before you clean or check the device or be-
fore you carry out work on the device.
– before you unblock or unclog the discharge
area.
Risk of injury due to uncontrolled rolling
Actuate the parking brake after each stop and
before shutting off the engine. By doing so, you
can prevent the device from rolling away in an
uncontrolled way.
Risk of burns
Do not touch the muffler, the engine, and the
gearbox. These parts become very hot during
operation and you can get burned. If a jumpy
movement occurs, the risk of additional injuries
can result.
Prior to mowing
Personal protective measures
During mowing, always wear
safety shoes with good grip and
long trousers. Do not mow with
open sandals or while shoeless.
Wear safety gloves to protect
yourself against injuries and vi-
brations.
Noise is causing health prob-
lems. Use personal ear protec-
tion to avoid hearing damage.
Wear safety glasses and
headgear.
Ask your specialised dealer about suitable pro-
tective equipment.
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.

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Use caution when mowing
Risk of injury
Stay within shouting distance to other people
who can help you in case of an emergency.
Risk of injury caused by ejected objects. Never
mow when persons, children, pets or objects
are in the danger area.
The area in front of and to the right of the
device is especially dangerous.
Keep your hands and feet away from the rotat-
ing parts.
Only mow during daylight or with adequate arti-
ficial lighting. Never mow in the event of uncer-
tain weather conditions and risk of lightning.
Be especially carefully when mowing on soft
ground, nearby landfills, ditches, dikes and wa-
ter edges.
Do not transport any person on the device.
Be extremely cautious when moving in re-
verse.
Pay attention to traffic when working close to
roads.
Vibrations
When the device is used over a longer period
of time, vibrations can cause disturbances in
the blood supply of the hands. A generally ac-
cepted usage time cannot be determined.
– Use gloves.
– Take breaks on time.
Have an authorised service centre check the
device
– when the blade has hit an object.
– if the device starts to vibrate unusually
severely.
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 com-
ponents free of dirt, grass, hay, leaking oil,
grease, etc:
– Engine
– Silencer (manifold, guard, clearances)
– Battery
– Area around the fuel tank
Caution when mowing slopes
If the device, while in use, stops on slopes or
the engine cuts out, the device can roll away.
Immediately activate the parking brake to pre-
vent the device from rolling away.
Sliding and tipping risk
max. 20°
Risk of injury during mowing
on slopes due to tipping
over or sliding. Please ob-
serve the following notices.
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes. For
safety reasons, use the device only on a
less than 20° slopes.
– Please observe the following information on
the danger area.
– Use a clinometer if you are not familiar with
the slope (see accessories).
– Never unlock the drive on a slope because
the device can roll away.
– Always mow uphill and downhill, avoid mow-
ing in horizontal direction.
– Never drive on a slope that you cannot drive
up backwards without sliding.
– Be extremely cautious when changing the
direction.

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– Do not turn on a slope.
– Always keep the speed low when moving on
slopes.
– Do not start abruptly and do not brake ab-
ruptly.
– Hold the steering wheel tightly so that the
device does not swerve.
– Drive with the bar flipped up. If the device
tips over, the bar can prevent the device
from overturning.
When the uphill wheels encounter obstacles
such as roots, branches, rocks, mounds etc.,
the device can tilt or slip.
– Only mow when you are familiar with the ter-
rain and the terrain is clear of obstacles.
– Pay attention to bumps, holes, and other vis-
ible hazards.
– Do not mow close to danger zones (e.g.
walls, steep declines, water edges etc.).
Danger due to uncontrolled slipping
Only park the device on flat surfaces.
Proceed with extreme caution in case the
ground is wet or loose. The danger of slipping
is very high on cut growth, no matter if it is wet
or dry.
If the mower starts to slide you cannot regain
control by actuating the brake.
Uncontrolled sliding can occur because of:
– slope angles that are too steep.
– slippery ground.
– poor tire grip.
– speeding.
– abrupt braking.
– an inappropriate task for the device.
If the device tilts or slips
– Never try to stop a tilting or sliding device.
Severe injuries can result.
– Remove leaking fluids (oil, fuel, battery acid)
from the device and the floor. Deposit of
contaminated soil environment friendly ac-
cording to the local regulation.
– Undetectable damage may have occurred to
the device. In case of malfunctions, there is
a risk of injury. Have an authorised service
centre check the device.
Take special care when pulling
loads
– Only use hitches approved by “AS-Motor
Germany”.
– Note the maximum load (Technical data).
– Observe the safety information in the oper-
ator’s manual of the hitch manufacturer.
– Only transport loads that you can control re-
liably.
– Only drive on slopes up to max. 10°.
– Do not take tights corners.
– Be cautious when moving in reverse.

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When work is completed
After mowing, always close both fuel valves.
Prior to leaving the device, wait until the engine
comes to a standstill and pull off the ignition
key.
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 inside a building when
there is fuel in the tank or where fuel vapours
might come into contact with open fire or
sparks.
Hydraulic components
The device contains hydraulic components.
In case of improper repair or damage to the hy-
draulic components, pressurised hydraulic fluid
may leak. The fluid may enter the skin and
thus cause severe injuries.
– Only carry out maintenance work as de-
scribed in these operating instructions.
– If hydraulic fluid has entered your skin, con-
tact a doctor immediately.
Use caution during maintenance
and repair
Only carry out work as described in these op-
erating instructions. Have an authorised ser-
vice centre perform all other work.
Only use the blades and spare parts author-
ised by “AS-Motor Germany”. Unauthorised
blades and spare parts can cause severe injur-
ies.
Prior to all maintenance work, wait until the en-
gine comes to a standstill and pull off the spark
plug connector.
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 us were not used.
– the repair work was not carried out by an au-
thorised service station.
The same applies for spare parts and
accessories.

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Device description
Figure shows AS 915 ENDURO
1
5
2
3
7
10
6
9
4
8
11
12
1 Impact protection front
2 Tank cap
3 Lateral supports
4 Fuel valve 1
5 Fuel valve 2
6 Engine oil filler neck
7 Ventilation grid
8 Fuses circuit protection
9 Side plates impact protection/cover
10 Engine
11 Type plate
12 Bar (only AS 915)

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Device description
Figure shows AS 980 ENDURO
1
2
811 4
9
6
15
14
10
7
12
5
13
16
1 Impact protection front
2 Tank cap
3 (not existing)
4 Fuel valve 1
5 Fuel valve 2
6 Engine oil filler neck
7 Ventilation grid
8 Fuses circuit protection
9 Side plates impact protection/cover
10 Engine
11 Type plate
12 Bar
13 Hydrostat transmission oil filler neck
14 Clamping lever
15 Cup holder
16 Mulching kit in holder

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Control elements
Front area
AS980
A
B
E
D
C
Fig.3:
AS900,AS915
A
B
C
E
D
Fig.4:
Differential lock (A)
With the left foot pedal, actuate the differen-
tial lock.
P
U
S
H
Pedal is actuated:
Differential lock is on
Pedal is not actuated:
Differential lock is off
Operating hours counter (B)
The operating hours are counted as soon as
the engine is running. The display remains vis-
ible also when the engine is standing still.
Observe the information in chapter Mainten-
ance.
Blade clutch switch(C)
The blade clutch switch is a protective
device. If you declutch the blade the blade
comes to a standstill within 5 seconds.
Clutching blade:
Press the lock at the bottom
part of the rocker switch up-
wards and press the rocker
switch upward (ON).
Declutching blade:
Press the switch down
(OFF).
Ignition lock (E)
The ignition lock has three/four positions.
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4
1
1: AS 900, AS 915: not
existing
AS 980: Ignition off.
The key can be re-
moved.
2: AS 900, AS 915: Igni-
tion off.
The key can be re-
moved.
AS 980: without func-
tion.
3: Ignition on.
Indicator lamp(D) lights
up.
4: Electric starter on.

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Brake
1a 2
1b
foot brake
Brakes:
Release drive lever and press
the right foot pedal (2) down.
Parking brake
Release parking brake:
Press the right foot pedal down,
press the locking lever (1a) down.
Apply parking brake:
Press the right foot petal down
and pull the locking lever (1b) all
the way up. Afterwards, the foot
petal remains down.
Control lever at seat
View of driver’s position: AS900,AS915
A
BCD
E
Fig.5:
View of driver’s position: AS980
A
F
E
B
Fig.6:
Cutting height adjustment (A-AS900,
AS915)
4
3
2
1
The cutting height can be set to
four positions.
Position “STOP” is the transport
position.

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Cutting height adjustment (A - AS 980)
1
2
3
4
5
The cutting height of the lawn
can be continuously adjusted.
Press the lever to the right and
adjust the lever. Release the
lever at the desired cutting
height.
Position “5” is the transport posi-
tion.
Seating position (B)
Press the lever (B) to the right and move the
seat to the desired position.
Lever for choke (C)
AS900,AS915
The choke is closed only for start up the cold
engine. As soon as the engine is running,
open the choke.
Close choke:
Pull out the lever for the
choke(C) to the front.
Open choke:
Push the lever for the choke(C)
backward.
Accelerator lever with choke (F)
AS980
With the accelerator lever, you can change
the engine speed and thus control the engine
output. When you start the device when the
engine is cold, move the accelerator lever to
choke position (choke is closed).
MIN: Minimum speed (idling).
Pull the accelerator lever all the
way up.
MAX: Maximum speed (full
throttle).
Choke: Choke closed (only for
engine start when engine is
cold). Press the accelerator
lever all the way down.
Acceleration lever (D)
AS900,AS915
Using the accelerator lever, you change the
engine speed.
Highest speed (full throttle):
Press the accelerator lever all
the way down.
Lowest speed (idling):
Pull the accelerator lever all the
way up.

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Drive lever (E)
The drive lever is required for moving the
mower forward, reversing as well as stopping
the mower. The further you move the lever in
one or the other direction, the faster the device
moves.
The drive lever automatically goes to neutral
position when it is released from the position
“Driving in reverse”. This prevents accidental
reversing.
Moving forward
Stopping (neutral position)
Reversing
Moving the device without drive
To push the mower without engine drive, un-
lock the drive below the driver’s seat and re-
lease the parking brake. The mower then can
only be braked via the foot brake.
1
2
Fig.7:
1: = Locked
2: = Unlocked
Fuel valve
On the bottom of the tank, there is a fuel valve
positioned on both the left rear and right front.
1
23
1: Reserve (R)
2: Open
3: Closed (C)
Turning to the left: Open
Turning to the right: Closed

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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 haz-
ard.
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 regu-
larly (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.
Set the cutting height so that the blade does
not touch the ground even in case of terrain
unevenness.
Always set the blade to transport position when
you do not mow.
For mowing, always turn the accelerator lever
to full throttle to achieve the best mowing per-
formance.
To avoid blockage during the ejection of grass,
we recommend, for flat terrain, to proceed ac-
cording to the mowing patterns. Mulch is
shredded into much smaller pieces when you
mow the terrain once again in the opposite dir-
ection.
Mowing with standard mulching kit
When the mulching kit is mounted to the AS
980 ENDURO, the rear discharge opening is
reduced. Consequently, it is possible to mulch
the mowing material to even finer pieces.
The use of the mulching kit is recommended
for low grass up to a height of approx. 30 cm. If
the grass is too tall or dense, clumping or clog-
ging of the mowing deck can result. In that
case, reducing the mowing speed can be help-
ful.
Make sure that the created mulching layer is
neither too thick nor too dense. The layer can
affect the gas-air-exchange of the turf and res-
ult in rotten spots.
Prior to starting
Checking the oil level
Caution! Before mowing, always check the en-
gine oil level and the oil level in the hydrostat
(see Maintenance).
Fuel
As fuel, use unleaded petrol (see operating in-
structions of the engine manufacturer).
You can use E10 petrol. Do not store E10 pet-
rol longer than 30 days.

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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 up with fuel
1. For filling, use a canister with filler spout or
a funnel.
2. Open the canister carefully so that existing
excess pressure is slowly reduced.
3. Open the tank cap carefully so that existing
excess pressure is slowly reduced and no
fuel sprays out.
4. Fill the fuel tank.
5. Tightly close the tank cap again.
Adjusting the seating position
Adjust the seat in the longitudinal direction until
your feet are positioned on the inclined support
plates and you sit comfortably.
Adjusting the seat suspension
The seat suspension should be adjusted to the
driver’s weight and the terrain features. You
will sit most comfortably when the spring travel
is fully made use of.
The seat suspension should be set as soft as
possible to keep it from going coil-bound dur-
ing normal operation. You can read the current
setting from the scale on the seat.
If the seat goes coil-bound during normal oper-
ation, turn the handwheel clockwise. The indic-
ator moves towards 5. The seat suspension
becomes stiffer.
If the seat suspension is stiff during normal op-
eration and thus uncomfortable, turn the hand-
wheel anticlockwise. The indicator moves to-
wards 1. The seat suspension becomes softer.
Guide values for driver’s weight for flat terrain:
kg Scale
50 ≥ 2
90 ≥ 3
130 ≥ 4
Putting up the bar
For safety reasons, always use the device with
the bar folded up and locked. If the device tips
over, the bar can prevent the device from over-
turning. Serious damage to the device can be
thus avoided.
The device may only be used with the bar fol-
ded down on level ground.