Briggs & Stratton TIGER User manual

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Operation & Assembly
Instructions
WARNING - Read all instructions supplied with this product before use.

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Table of Contents
Important Notes 3
Unit Details
Safety & Handling 3
Hazards
Personal Safety Equipment
Safety Instructions
Assembly Procedures 5
Handle Assembly Parts
Attaching Lower Handle
Attaching Upper Handle
Grasscatcher
Operating Instructions 7
Cutting Height
Fuel and Oil
Starting and Stopping
Maintenance & Care 8
Blade Replacement
Spark Plug
Air Filter
Oil Change
Cleaning
Storage
Maintenance Chart
Troubleshooting
Technical Specifications 13
Engine Specifications
Warranty 14
Warranty

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Tiger mower. This instruction manual will aid in the
assembly, operation and maintenance of your new lawnmower.
Please read carefully to ensure safety and the long life of your product.
Personal Safety Equipment
IMPORTANT NOTES
Do not operate the unit before reading this manual.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference or if service is required on your unit.
Please read the 'Warranty' section carefully.
When unpacking the unit, ensure that all component parts listed below have been provided.
Should there be a problem, notify the place of purchase.
You should find the following enclosed:
• 1 Tiger lawnmower
• 1 Assembled grasscatcher
• 1 Lower handle and accessories pack (Customer assembled)
• 1 Operation & Assembly instructions
Unit details
Hazards
The following safety precautions must be strictly observed to avoid the risk of damage or personal
injury.
• Do not smoke while operating or refuelling the mower. Never add fuel or remove the fuel cap while
the engine is running or hot. If the fuel is spilt, do not start the engine. Move the mower away from
the area of the spill. Do not create any source of ignition until the fuel vapours have dissipated.
• Check all fasteners regularly. Always ensure that the mower is in a safe operating condition. Use
genuine spare parts only.
• Do not operate the mower in confined spaces where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower, even if only for a moment.
• Stop the engine when emptying the grasscatcher. Never try to clear grass from inside the mower
while the engine is running.
• Never lift, carry or tilt the mower when the engine is running.
• Bystanders must be at least 15 metres away during operation of the mower, as rocks and other
materials may be thrown at high velocities. Switch the unit off immediately if approached.
• Never use the mower unless the grasscatcher and/or the rear flap are correctly assembled and
fitted.
• The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the
engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while is hot. To avoid severe burns or fire hazards, let the
engine cool before transporting or storing it indoors.
Always use the following safety equipment when working with your lawnmower:
• A set of ear muffs.
• A pair of protective gloves.
• A pair of safety boots.
• Eye protection.
• Long pants. 3

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Safety Instructions
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Transporting the mower
• Turn the engine off, by moving the engine throttle lever to the 'STOP' position and switching the
fuel tap off (where fitted).
• Always disconnect the spark plug lead.
• Do not transport the mower with fuel in the fuel tank.
Before using the mower
• FOR 4 STROKE ENGINES, SAE 30 OIL MUST BE PLACED IN ENGINE SUMP BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE. PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 7 IN THIS MANUAL, FOR FILLING
VOLUME AND METHOD. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE AND WILL
VOID ENGINE WARRANTY.
• Wear the required safety equipment, as described in Personal Safety Equipment.
• Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower.
• Know the mower controls. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency by moving the
engine throttle to the 'STOP' position.
• Before using the mower, ensure that the blade assembly is not worn or damaged. Always
replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve correct balance. Damaged or
worn blades and bolts are major hazards. Use genuine spare parts only.
• Check all fasteners regularly. Always ensure the mower is in safe operating condition.
• Check for grass build up around the engine and muffler which may cause overheating and/or a
fire hazard.
• Do not start the engine unless the rear flap and/or grasscatcher are securely in position.
Operating the mower
• Do not mow while people or pets are in the vicinity of the mower or within the mowing area.
Ensure that bystanders are a minimum of 15 metres away.
• Do not mow in bare feet or open shoes. Wear long trousers, heavy footwear, eye and ear
protection.
• Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones, wire and debris before mowing. These
could be thrown by the blades and cause injury or damage.
• Mow only in good daylight.
• Start the engine carefully with feet well clear of blades. Do not tilt the mower when starting the
engine.
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower, even for a moment.
• Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
• Do not over speed the engine or alter the governor settings. Excessive engine speed is
dangerous and shortens mower life.
• Never lift, carry or tilt the mower when the engine is running.
• Stop the engine before pushing the mower across gravel, paths or roads. Stop the engine before
the mower leaves the lawn to avoid hazards, injury or damage.
• Stop the engine before adjusting the cutting height.
• Mow across the face of a slope, never up or down. Use extreme caution when changing
direction on a slope. Do not mow on excessively steep slopes. Do not tilt the engine more than
20° from horizontal. Operating at excessive angles may result in fuel spillage and problems due
to the oil level in the engine.
• Never mow by pulling the mower towards you. You could slip and pull the mower on top of your
feet.
• Walk with the mower, never run.
• At the conclusion of mowing, always turn the mower off using the engine throttle lever.

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Safety Instructions
Maintaining the mower
• If the mower begins to vibrate abnormally, or if it strikes a foreign object - STOP the engine,
disconnect the spark plug lead and keep it away from the spark plug. Inspect the mower and blades
for any damage.
• Replace worn or faulty mufflers as they adversely affect engine performance and increase emissions.
• Store the mower in a well ventilated area, away from any naked flames such as those found in hot
water heaters.
Refuelling the mower
• Refuel the mower outdoors only.
• Do not smoke when refuelling the engine. Never add fuel or remove the fuel cap while the engine
is running or hot. If fuel is spilled, do not start the engine. Move the mower away from the area of
the spill. Do not create any source of ignition until fuel vapours have dissipated. Clean any spills
immediately.
• Store fuel in a cool place and in a container specifically designed for the purpose. In general, plastic
containers are unsuitable.
Handle Assembly Parts
Your lawnmower should include a kit with the following parts.
LOWER HANDLE
4 BOLTS
4 NUTS
2 HANDLE KNOBS
2 FLAT WASHERS
2 BOLTS 2 CABLE TIES
ZONE START
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
Attaching the Lower Handle
1. Fit one of the bolts through the handle hole from the
inside and into the square hole in mounting bracket
of the base. Secure the nut but do not fully tighten at
this stage.
2. Repeat the same step for the remaining three
securing bolts.
3. Tighten all four nuts securely.

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ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
Attaching the Upper Handle
1. Attach the upper handle and the zone start bracket
to the lower handle as shown in figure 1 using the
knobs and bolts provided. The knobs should be on
the outside.
2. Attach the starter cord as shown in figure 2.
3. Secure the throttle cable to the lower handle with
the cable tie to tidy and avoid hanging throttle cable.
Grasscatcher
Fitting the grasscatcher
1. Stop the engine.
2. Raise the rear flap and hook the grass catcher on
the bar at the rear of the mower as shown in figures
1 and 2.
3. To remove the grasscatcher, lift the rear flap and
grasp the handle on the grasscatcher and unhook
from the rear bar.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Never use the mower unless the rear
flap is closed or the grass catcher is
correctly fitted.
STOP the engine before fitting or
removing the grasscatcher.
LOWER
HANDLE
UPPER
HANDLE
CABLE
TIE
Rear flap
6
STOP the engine before attaching the
upper handle.
Do not over tightening the cable
tie. This may stop the throttle cable
operation. Check the throttle cable
movement before starting.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
ZONE
START
BRACKET

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Cutting Height
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Height adjustment allows lawn to be cut at different
lengths.
• Set cutting height by adjusting the height lever.
• Various setting for height may be used depending upon
conditions.
STOP the engine before adjusting the
cutting height.
Fuel and Oil
To check/add oil
• Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean
cloth.
• Insert and tighten the dipstick.
• Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It
should be between the Min and Max marks on
the dipstick.
• If low, add oil slowly into the oil filler. Do not
overfill. After adding oil, wait one minute and
then recheck the oil level (check 2 times).
• Replace and tighten the dipstick.
Oil Recommendations
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classification SF.
Always check the API service label on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SF or
greater (or equivalent). SAE 30 is recommended.
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Fuel Recommendations
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh and unleaded regular-grade petrol.
• Petrol with up to 10% ethanol content is acceptable.
To add fuel
• Clean the fuel cap area of dirt and debris. Remove
the fuel cap.
• Fill the fuel tank with fuel. To allow expansion of
the fuel, do not fill above the bottom of the fuel
tank neck.
• Reinstall the fuel cap. Make sure the fuel cap is
closed securely.
FUEL
1
2
MAX
MIN
DIPSTICK
Clean any spills immediately or before starting.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Starting & Stopping
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STARTING THE ENGINE
STEP 1. Set the throttle Control
FOR COLD STARTING: Move the throttle
control lever to the CHOKE position.
FOR HOT STARTING: Move the throttle
control lever to the RUN position.
• "COLD STARTING" is when the engine is cold.
• "HOT STARTING" is when the engine is hot or warm.
STEP 2. Open the fuel tap to "ON" position.
STEP 3. Pull the starter grip lightly until
resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
• Do not allow the starter grip to
snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage
to the starter.
• Ensure the spark plug is connected
before starting the engine.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
STEP 1. Move the throttle control lever to
the STOP position.
COLD
STOP
RUN RUN
CHOKECHOKE
STARTING
HOT
STOP
Blade Replacement
For Your Safety
• Never use the mower unless the grasscatcher or guards supplied by the manufacturer
are in position.
• Before starting the mower check blades and bolts for damage or wear.
• WARNING: If you strike an obstruction, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug lead
and check blades for damage and periodically inspect blade adaptor for cracks, replace
when necessary.
• CAUTION: Worn and damaged blades are major hazards.
• DO NOT lay mower on side.
• CAUTION: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before working on the
cutting blade to prevent accidental engine starting. Protect hands by using heavy duty
gloves to grasp the cutting blade.
• We recommend replacing that the blade bar, washer and bolt be replaced when
changing the blade bar.
• Use only genuine replacement parts. Insist on them from your parts and service dealer.
• Use of non-genuine blades may void your warranty and could result in damage or injury.
ON
STOP
RUN
CHOKE
C
H
OK
E
R
UN
C
H
O
K
E
ST
OP
STOPPING
R
UN
T
P
O
S
STARTING
FUEL TAP
Ensure engine & blade come to a
complete stop before releasing the
handle & touching any part of the
mower.

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• Before reassembling the blade and the blade adaptor to the unit, lubricate the engine
crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adaptor with light oil. Install the blade adaptor
on the crankshaft. Refer to the figure above. Place the blade with the part number facing
toward the adaptor. Align the washer over the blade (the washer cup points toward the
blade) and insert the hex bolt. Tighten the hex bolt to 35-45Nm.
Blade Replacement
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BLADE
ADAPTOR
BLADE
WASHER
HEX BOLT
Spark plug
1. Pull off the spark plug boot by twisting side to side
gently.
2. Remove the spark plug with a suitable spark plug
socket spanner.
3. Check the spark plug for carbon deposits and clean if
necessary.
4. Check the gap with a wire gauge and if necessary
reset the gap (the gap should be 0.6mm - 0.7mm).
5. Assemble in reverse order. Tighten the spark plug with
a torque of 20Nm.
Air Filter
• Never start or run the engine with the air filter assembly removed or with the air filter
element removed.
• Always switch off the machine and disconnect spark plug H.T. lead before carrying out
any maintenance work.
1. Push and lift the snap fits to open the air filter
cover.
2. Remove the air filter element.
3. Wash the air filter element in liquid detergent
and water. Squeeze dry the air filter element in
a clean cloth.
4. Saturate the air filter element with clean engine
oil. To remove the excess engine oil, squeeze
the air filter element in a clean cloth.
5. Install the air filter element.
6. Close the cover.
AIR FILTER
COVER
AIR FILTER
ELEMENT
SPARK
PLUG
SNAP FIT
Direction of the blade and
washer are important for the
correct assembly. Incorrect
assembly may cause serious
injury or property damage.
Replace all parts that are worn
or damaged.
SPARK
PLUG
BOOT
SPARK PLUG
SPANNER
Incorrect fitting, cleaning or assembly of
the air cleaner may damage the engine and
void product warranty

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Oil Change
Storage
Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum
deposits to form in the fuel system. Drain the fuel for long term storage.
Cleaning
• Remove grass build up from the air intakes on the top of the engine cowl, around the engine
and carburettor, and around the air filter body.
• The underside of the mower should be cleaned regularly to remove dirt and grass build up, as
any build up will adversely affect grass catching and mulching performance and can promote
corrosion.
• WHEN CLEANING THE UNDERSIDE OF THE MOWER, ALWAYS TILT HANDLE BACK
TO GROUND LEVEL SO THE FRONT WHEELS ARE OFF THE GROUND AND SPARK
PLUG IS POINTING TO THE SKY. TILTING IN OTHER DIRECTIONS CAN CAUSE THE
OIL TO CONTAMINATE THE FUEL.
• A hose may be used on the underside of your mower ONLY. Care must be taken to NOT get
water into the engine, as it may damage the magneto or get into the fuel system.
• To prevent baseplate corrosion, the underside of your mower should be cleaned immediately
after mowing an area which has been recently dressed with sulphate of ammonia or fertiliser.
• After cleaning, run the engine briefly to dry off excess moisture before storing.
• Fuel tank must be empty before
changing the oil.
• Always switch off the machine
and disconnect spark plug H.T.
lead before carrying out any
maintenance work.
• Drain the engine oil when the
engine is warm. Warm oil drains
quickly and completely.
• Running the engine with a low oil
level can cause engine damage and
void product warranty.
• Be careful not to touch the muffler
while it is hot.
Before cleaning the mower, ensure the engine throttle lever is in the
'STOP' position; Disconnect the spark plug lead and keep it away from
the spark plug.
1. Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and drain the oil into the container by tipping the
mower toward the oil filler neck, making sure the air filter & spark plug are up high.
3. To add oil - refer to Fuel and Oil section page 7.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We
suggest you take used oil in a sealed container to your local recycling centre or service
station for reclamation. Do Not throw it in the garbage, pour it on the ground or down the
drain.