FLORABEST 280288 User manual

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PETROL LAWNMOWER / BENZIN-RASENMÄHER
FBM 450 B2
IAN 280288
BENZIN-RASENMÄHER
Originalbetriebsanleitung
PETROL LAWNMOWER
Translation of the original instructions
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Content
Introduction ............................... 2
Intended Use.............................. 2
General Description.................... 2
Delivery Contents........................... 2
Summary ...................................... 3
Functional Description..................... 3
Safety Equipment ........................... 3
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Symbols and icons ..................... 4
Symbols on the device ................... 4
Symbols in the manual.................... 5
Safety Instructions......................
Initial Operation......................... 8
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Mounting grip rod.......................... 9
Fitting the starter cord..................... 9
Installing the Grass Collection Box ... 9
Filling with Engine Oil and Checking
the Oil Level.................................. 10
Filling with Petrol............................ 10
Operation ..................................10
Starting and Stopping the Engine..... 11
Mowing ........................................ 11
Working Instructions .................. 11
General Working Instructions .......... 11
Setting the Cutting Height................ 12
Emptying the Grass Collection Box... 12
Cleaning and Maintenance.........12
Cleaning and General Maintenance
Work ............................................ 12
Cleaning/Replacing the Air Filter ..... 13
Maintaining the Spark Plug ............. 13
Changing the Engine Oil ................ 13
Checking/Sharpening/Replacing the
Blade ........................................... 14
Adjusting the Carburettor................ 14
Storage...................................... 14
General Storage Instructions............ 14
Fold up device ............................... 14
Storage during the winter break....... 14
Disposal/Environmental
Protection ..................................15
Maintenance Intervals................13
Troubleshooting .........................17
Guarantee .................................18
Repair Service............................19
Service-Center............................19
Importer .................................... 19
Translation of the original EC
declaration of conformity...........42
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your
new device. With it, youhavechosen a
high quality product.
During production, this equipment has been
checked for quality and subjected to a final
inspection. The functionality of your equip-
ment is therefore guaranteed.
The operating instructions constitute
part of this product. They contain
important information on safety, use
and disposal.
Before initial use,please read
these operating instructions and the
Briggs & Stratton instructionmanual
carefully in order to avoid incorrect
handling.
Use the product only as described
Keep this manual safely and in the
event that the product is passed on,
hand over all documents to the third
party.
Intended Use
The equipment is intendedonly for mowing
lawns andgrass areas in domestic use.
This equipment is not suitable for commer-
cial use. Commercial use will invalidate the
guarantee.
these instructions may result in damage to
the equipment and represent a serious risk
to the user.
The equipment is intendedfor use by
adults. Children or other people who are
unfamiliar with the operating instructions
must not use the equipment.
The operator or user is responsible for ac-
cidents or damage to other persons or their
property.
General Description
The illustration of the princi-
pal functioning parts can be
found on the front and back
foldout pages.
Delivery Contents
Carefully unpack the appliance and check
that it is complete. Dispose of the packag-
ing material correctly.
- Petrol lawn mower (already mounted)
- Grass collection box
- Quick-release levers
- Spare spark plug
- Spark plug wrench
- Operating instructions
- Briggs & Stratton operating instructions
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Summary
1 Upper handle
2 Safety catch
3 Starter cord guide
4 Bottom handle
5 Bowden cable
6 Cable clamp
7 Starter handle with starter cord
8 Filler cap
9 ter box
10 ter (no illustration)
11 Engine cover with ventilation
12 Spark plug connector
13 Spark plug (no illustration)
14 Exhaust guard
15 2 front wheels
16 Steel plate housing
17 Lever for cutting height adjust-
ment
18 2 rear wheels
19 ler cap with dipstick
20 Grass collection box
21 2 quick-releaselevers on bottom
handle
22 Rear impact protection
23 Gr
23a Lower handle of the grass
collection box (no illustration)
ass collection box carrying
handle
24 Fill level indicator
25 2 quick-releaselevers on upper
grip handle
26 Spare spark plug
27 Spark plug wrench
28 Plastic straps catcher
29 Grass catcher rod
30 Grass collector hanger bracket
31 Filler plugs
32 Petrol pump
33 Cut height position
Functional Description
The equipment is driven by a powerful
four-stroke engine (Briggs & Stratton 450E
Series).
The device is equipped with a high quality
steel platehousing, a grass catcher and a
foldable grip handle.
Refer to the following descriptions for a
functional description of the controls.
Safety Equipment
2 Safety catch
The equipment stops when the
safety catch is released.
14 Exhaust guard
prevents hands or combustible
materials from coming into con-
tactwith a hot exhaust.
22 Rear impact protection
protect the operator from parts
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cidentally touching the blades
whenmowing with no grass col-
lection box.
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Engine.............. 4-stroke B&S 450 E Series
Engine size .......................... 125 cm3 (cc)
Power input ................1.82 kW (2,47 HP)
Blade rotation speed(n0).. max. 2900 min-1
Blade torque................................. 45 Nm
Petrol tank volume............................ 0.8 l
Octane rating................................ 95-98
Engineoil tank volume......................0.5 l
Spark plug ................Champion QC12YC
Cutting circle ........................... ø 420 mm
Cutting height... 5-stage, 25-34-46-60-75 mm
Grass collection box volume...............55 l
Weight (inc. collection box) ...........25.2 kg
Sound pressure level
(LPA)................81.0 dB(A);K=3.0 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA )
measured.......94.2 dB(A); K=1.79 dB(A)
guaranteed ............................. 96 dB(A)
Vibration at the handle
(ah)............ 6,67/5,69 m/s2;K=1.5m/s2
Noise and vibration values have been
determined according to the standards and
regulations mentioned in the declaration of
conformity.
Technical and optical changes can be
carried out in the course of further develop-
ment without notice. All dimensions, refer-
ences and information of this instruction
manual are therefore without guarantee.
Legal claims, which are made on the basis
of the instruction manual, cannot thus be
considered as valid.
The statedvibration emission value was
measured in accordance with a standard
testing procedure and may beused to com-
pare one power tool to another.
The statedvibration emission valuemay
also be used for a preliminary exposure
assessment.
Warning:
The vibration emission valuemay
differ during actual useof the
power tool from the stated value de-
pending on the manner in which the
power tool is used.
Safety precautions aimed at protect-
ing the user should be based on
estimated exposure underactual
usage conditions (all parts of the op-
erating cycle are to be considered,
including, for example, times during
which the power tool is turned off
and times when the tool is turned on
but is running idle).
Symbols and icons
Symbols on thedevice
Attention!
Read the instruction manual.
Risk of injury from parts being
Keep bystanders away from the
equipment.
Risk of injury from sharp blades.
Keep feet and hands away.
Caution – toxic fumes!
Do not operate the equipment in
enclosed areas.
Caut
Do not smoke and keepaway from
heat sources.
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Caution – hot surfaces!
Risk of burning.
Symbol on petrol pump:
Press petrol pump (primer) 3x be-
fore the start.
Symbol on grip handle:
Information
on starting
and stopping
the motor
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ION
OFF
Switch devic e on (ON):
Pull up safety loop.
Switch devic e off (OFF):
Release safety loop.
Fill Level Indicator:
STOP
Fill level indicator open:
Grass collection box empty
GO
Fill level indicator closed:
Grass collection box full
Symbols in the manual
Warning symbols with in-
formationon damage and
injury prevention.
Instruction symbols (the instruction
is explained at the place of the ex -
clamation mark) with information on
preventingdamage.
Help symbols with information on
improving tool handling.
Do not expose the unit to humidity.
Do not work in the rain.
Caution! The lawnmower blade
continues to run after switchingoff.
Caution– risk of injury!
Before maintenance work,
switchoff the engineandtake
out the spark plug connector.
Caution– hot surfaces!
Risk of burning.
Caution– risk of injury!
Wear eye and ear protection.
dB
L
WA
Information of the acoustic power
level LWA indB.
Note on t
Do not fuelanyE85-mixtures.
Caution!Before start-
ing, check the oil
level.
Note on t
Symbols on the Tank:
Attention!
Read the instruction manual.
Caut
Allow the engine to cool for at least
2 min.before refuelling.
Caution – toxic CO fumes! Do not
operate the equipment in enclosed
areas.
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Safety Instructions
This section deals with the basic safety pro-
cedures when working with the equipment.
WARNING! Read all of the safety
instructions and directions. Failure
to observe the safety instructions
anddirections may result in electric
Instructions:
•Read the operating instructions careful-
ly. Familiariseyourself with the controls
and with the correct use of the equip-
ment.
•In case of uncertainties, allow yourself
to be given instruction concerning the
useof the device and prohibited opera-
tions.
•Pay attention, be aware of what you
are doing and take the utmost care
when working. Do not use the device
if you are tired or ill or youare under
medication. A moment of inattention
whilst using the device can result in se-
rious injuries.
•This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruc-
tion concerning use of the appliance by
aperson responsible for their safety.
•Children should be supervised toen-
sure that they do not play with the ap-
pliance.
•Do not allowchildren or other people
who are unfamiliar with the operating
instructions touse the equipment. Local
regulations may set a minimum agefor
the user.
•Do not mow whilst people – especially
children – or animals are nearby. If
distracted, you may lose control of the
equipment.
•The operator or user is responsible for
accidents or damage to other persons
or their property.
•Observe noise control and local regula-
tions.
Preparatory Measures:
•Whenmowing, always wear slip res-
tistant shoes and long trousers. Do not
mowbarefoot or in light sandals. Loose
clothing, jewellery or long hair can
become caught in moving parts. Wear-
ing suitable clothing reduces the risk of
injury.
•Check the area on which the equip-
ment is to be used and remove all
objects (stones, sticks, wires, toy) that
•W
Fire or explosionscan result in serious
burns:
- Keeppetrol only in containers in-
tended for this purpose;
- Only refuel outdoors and do not
smoke whilst refuelling;
- Fill with petrol before starting the
running or the equipmentis hot:
- If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to
start the engine. Instead, remove the
equipment from the surface on which
the petrol has been spilled. Avoid
any ignition attempt until the petrol
fumes have evaporated;
- For reasons of safety, replace petrol
damage.
•Replace defective silencers.
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•Before use, always carry out a visual
inspection to check whether the cutting
tools, mounting bolts and entire cutting
unit are worn or damaged. To avoid
imbalance, only replace worn or dam-
aged tools and bolts in sets.
•Take care with equipment that has
several cutting tools, as the movement
of one blade may result in rotationof
other blades.
•Use only replacement parts andac-
cessories supplied and recommended
by the manufacturer. The use of parts
from other manufacturers may result
in injuries and will result in immediate
invalidation of the guarantee.
Handling:
•Do not run the combustion enginein
enclosed spaces, in which dangerous
carbon monoxide can collect.
•Mow only in daylight or with good
can result in accidents.
•If possible, avoidusing the equipment
on wet grass.
•Always ensure secure positioning, par-
dykes. This will give you better control
of the equipmentin unexpected situa-
tions.
- Always work across the slope, never
upwards or downwards.
- Take particular care when changing
the direction of travel on the slope.
- Do not mow on excessively steep
slopes (max. 10°).
•Run the equipment only at walking
speed.
•Take particular care when turning the
equipment around or pulling it towards
you.
•Stop the cutting tool if the equipment
has to be tipped up for transportation
over a surface other than grass and
whenmoving the equipment from and
to the surface to be mown.
•Do not use the equipment with dam-
aged safety equipment or guards or
with no safety equipment attached, e.g.
impact protection and/or grass catch-
ers. This ensures that the equipment
remains safe.
•Do not change the engine regulator
setting and do not over-rev it. This may
damage the equipment.
•Before starting, the engine, disengage
all cutting tools and drives.
•Start or operate the start switch with
care and in accordance with the manu-
space between feet and the cutting
tool. Risk of injury.
•When starting or activating the engine,
do not tip the equipment unless the
equipment has to be lifted for this pro-
cedure. In this case, tip the equipment
only as far as is absolutely necessary
and lift only the side that is away from
the user.
•Do not start the engine when standing
in front of the ejection channel.
•Switch on the engine in accordance
with the instructions and only if your
feet are a safe distance away from the
cutting tools.
•Do not place hands or feet under rotat-
ing parts. Always keep away from the
ejection opening. A moment of care-
lessness when using the equipment may
result in serious injury.
•Do not leave or carry the equipment
when the engine is running.
•Switch off the engine, take out the
spark plug connector and ensure that
all moving parts are still:
- Before releasing blockages or remov-
ing obstructions in the ejection chan-
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nel;
- Before checking, cleaning or working
on the equipment;
- If a foreign body is struck. Look for
damageto the equipment and carry
out the necessary repairs before re-
starting and working with the equip-
ment;
- If the equipment starts to vibrate unu-
sually strongly, an immediatecheck
is required.
•Switch off the engine, take out the
spark plug connector and ensure that
all moving parts are still:
- Whenleaving the equipment;
- Before refuelling;
•Do not leave the equipment unattended
in the workplace.
•Do not work with equipment that is
damaged or incomplete or has been
converted without the approval of the
manufacturer.
Using machines for applications other
than those intended may result in dan-
gerous situations.
•Do not work with the device if there
is a risk of lightning strike. Danger of
electricshock.
Maintenance and Storage:
•Ensure that all nuts, bolts andscrews
is in safe working condition. Many
accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained equipment.
•Do not keep the equipment with petrol
in the tank inside a building inwhich
petrol fumes could potentially come into
•Allow the engine to cool before placing
the equipment in enclosed spaces. Risk
•T -
gine, exhaust and area around the fuel
tank free of grass, leaves or leaking
grease (oil).
•Check the grass catcher regularly for
wear or loss of function.
•For reasons of safety, replace worn or
damaged parts. Replace defective si-
lencers.
•If the fuel tank is to be drained, do this
outdoors.
•Handle your equipment with care. Keep
the tools sharp andclean toenable you
to work better and more safely. Follow
the maintenance directions.
•Do not attempt to repair the equipment
yourself unless you are trained to do so.
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tions is to be carried out only by cus-
tomer service centres authorised by us.
•Keep the equipment in a dry place and
out of reach of children. Machines are
dangerousifused byinexperienced
people.
Initial Operation
Caution! Risk of injury from
rotating blades. Carry out
work on the equipment only
when the blade is switched
off and stationary.
Observe the Briggs & Stratton in-
struction manual supplied.
Before starting the device, you must
- remove all transport safety devices,
- foldup the grip rod andlock the quick-
release levers,
- lin motor oil,
- lin petrol,
- mount the grass catcher if necessary,
- set the cutting height if necessary.
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Mounting grip rod
Make sure that the Bowden cable
(5) is not crushedduring the as-
sembly of the grip handle.
1. Fold the bottom handle (4) and
the upper grip handle (1) up-
wards.
2. Bring the bottom handle (4) into
the desired position and lock
the quick-release levers (21) by
pushing them in the direction of
the handle (4). The quick-release
lever should be facing upwards.
tensioning with medium force can
be carried out.
Otherwise, the quick-release le-
vers must be turned clockwise for
tensioning them or anti-clockwise
to loosen them.
3. The bottom handle (4) has
two separate mounting holes.
Mount the grip handle at the
desired height onto the bottom
handle (4) with the aid of the
quick-release lever.
4. Lock the quick-release levers (25)
to the upper grip handle (1) as
described below 2.
5. Fasten the Bowden cable (
5) using a cable clamp ( 6) to
the bottom handle ( 4).
Fitting the starter cord
1. Pull the safety bar (2) towards the
grip handle (1) and hold it in this
position.
2. Slowly pull the starter cord by
the starter handle (7) in the direc-
tion of the handlebar and hang
the starter cord in the starter cord
guide (3).
3. Release the safety catch (2).
Installing the Grass Collection
Box
Caution: Do not operate the
equipment with the grass col-
lectionbox or impact protec-
tion installed incompletely.
Risk of injury!
Mounting the net
1. Put the plastic straps (28) on the
grass catcher (20) over the grass
catcher rod (29).
Fixing the Grass Collection
Box onto the Equipment:
2. Lift the rear impact protection
(22).
3. Hold the grass collection box
(20) by the carrying handle (23)
and hang it on the grass collec-
tor hanger (30) at the rear of the
device which is provided for this
purpose.
Dismantling the Grass Col-
lectionBox:
4. Raise the impact protection (22)
and remove the grass collection
box (20) by the carrying handle
(23).
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Filling with Engine Oil and
Checking theOil Level
Place the equipment on a level
base.
1. Unscr
dipstick (19) and pour oil into
the tank. The oil tankholds 0.5l
oil. Use brand oil (e.g. SAE 30).
2. To check the oil level, wipe the
dipstick (19) on a cleancloth
and replace it in the tank until it
stops.
3. After pulling it out, read off
the oil level on the dipstick.
The oil level should be in
the marked area between
the minimum and maximum
marks (maximum: 0.5 litres
of engine oil in the oil
tank).
4. Wipe off any spilt oil and
Check the oil level every time be-
fore mowing and addoil before the
lower marking point is reached.
Filling with Petrol
hazardous to health:
- Keep petrol in containers intended for
this purpose;
- Only refuel outdoors and never with the
engine running or when the machine is
hot;
- Open t
excess pressure to escape;
- Do not smoke whilst refuelling;
- Avoidskin contact and inhalation of
the fumes;
- Remove spilt petrol;
- Keep petrol away from sparks, open
- Dispose of leftover petrol in an environ-
mentally friendly way (see “Disposal /
Environmental Protection”).
- Do notuse petrol/oil mixtures;
- Use normal or superunleaded
petrol;
- Only use clean, fresh petrol;
- Do not store petrol for longer
than one month, as its quality
deteriorates.
1. Unscr 8)
entirely, to allow the petrol room
to expand.
2. Wipe away petrol residues
Operation
A certain level of noise exposure
caused by this device is unavoida -
ble. Rearrange noise-intensiveworks
this purpose. Comply with the rest
periods and reduce the work period
down to the minimum. For your per-
sonal protection and the protection
of people near by, suitable hearing
protection must be worn.
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Starting and Stopping the
Engine
W
Start the engine at least 3 m
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Start the equipment on a sturdy,
level base, if possible not in long
grass. Ensure that the cutting tool
is touching neither objects nor the
ground.
For your safety: Stand behind the
device when starting it.
Check the petrol and oil levels regu-
larly (see “initial operation”) and
Cold start:
1. Press the petrol pump (32)
(primer) 3 x.
2. Pull and hold the safety
catch (2) towards the grip handle
( 1).
3. Pull the starter handle (7).
4. If the motor starts slowly, release
the starter handle into the starter
rope-guide (3).
For a warm start it is not necessary
to press the primer (32).
If the primer is pressed too often,
too much petrol will enter the car-
start.
Motor stop:
•Release the safety catch (2). The motor
switches off and the knife is braked.
Knife stopping device:
Regularly examine the knife stopping de-
vice:
Release the safety loop (2). The motor
switches off and the knife is braked. The
knife must stop within 7 seconds.
Mowing
1. Start the engine (see ).
2. Hold the grip handle(1) and the
safety loop (2) with both hands
while mowing.
Working Instructions
General Working Instructions
•As far as possible,mow the lawn when
it is dry in order to protect the turf.
•Set the cutting height such that the
equipment is not overloaded.
•Run the equipment at walking speed in
lines that are as straight as possible. For
uninterrupted mowing, the lines should
always overlap by a few centimetres.
•Do not move backwards.
•On slopes, always work across the
slope.
•If the blade comes into contact with
a foreign body, switch off the engine
immediately. Wait until the blade is
stationary and check the equipment for
damage. Restart work only if the equip-
ment is undamaged.
•Switch off the equipment during longer
breaks and for transportation and wait
until the blade is stationary.
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•Clean the equipment after each use,as
described in the “cleaning and mainte-
nance“ chapter.
Setting the Cutting Height
The equipment has 5 positions for setting
the cutting height (25-34-46-60-75 mm):
1. Pull the lever (17) outwards and
push it to the desired position
(33).
2. Push the lever (17) back in.
The correct cutting height is around
30–45mm for an ornamental lawn and
around 40–65mm for a utility lawn.
Select a greater cutting height for
Emptying theGrass Collec-
tion Box
Fill Level Indicator:
24) attached to
the top of the grass collection box ( 20)
showswhen the grass collection box is full.
STOP
Fill level indicator open:
Grass collection box empty
GO
Fill level indicator closed:
Grass collection box full
1. Stop the engine and wait until
the blade is stationary.
2. Lift the rear impact protection
(22) and remove the grass collec-
tion box (20).
3. Carry the box to your grass
disposal site and upend it. For
easy emptying, hold the box at
its lower handle.
Cleaning and
Maintenance
Wear gloves when handling the
blade.
For cleaningand maintenance
work, also observe the Briggs &
Stratton instruction manual supplied.
W e recommend contacting an au-
thorisedBriggs & Stratton dealer for
maintenance work on the engine
(see Briggs & Stratton dealer list).
Cleaning and General Main-
tenance Work
Have any repair and mainte-
nance work not described in
these instructions carried out
by a specialist workshop. Use
only original replacement
parts. Risk of accidents!
Carry out maintenance and
cleaning work strictly with
the engine switched off and
spark plug connectors
removed. Risk of injury!
Allow the equipment to cool
before any maintenance and
cleaning work. Elements of
the engine are hot. Risk of
burning!
Remove the grass collection box.
Fold the upper handle bar (1) and
tilt the device back for cleaning and
maintenance jobs at the bottom
side so that the spark plug faces
upwards.
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Make sure that a second person
holds the device because there is a
danger of tipping backwards.
Do not tilt the equipment sideways
leak out and the engine couldbe
damaged.
•Always k eep the equipment clean. To
clean, use a toothbrush or cloth but no
corrosive cleaning agents or solvents.
Do not use water to clean the engine
as it could contaminate the fuel system.
•After mowing, remove plant remains
that are stuck to the equipment by using
apiece of wood or plastic. Clean the
vent holes ( 11), ejection hole and
blade area especially. Do not use hard
or pointed objects, which could dam-
age the equipment.
•Oil the wheels from time to time.
•Before eachuse,check the lawnmower
for obvious defects such as loose, worn
or damaged parts. Check that all nuts
•Check covers and guards (
11,14,22) for damage and that they
are sitting correctly. Replace if neces-
sary.
Cleaning/Replacing the Air
Filter
Do not operate the equipment
and dirt will get into the engine and
result in damage to the machine.
1. Remove the spark plugs connec-
tor ( 12) (see “Maintaining
the Spark Plug”).
2. Open t
3. Clean t
solution and let it dry. Put a few
drops of fresh engine oil into the
4. T
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close it.
Maintaining theSpark Plug
A worn spark plug or a spark gap
that is too large will result in a re-
duction of engine performance.
1. Disconnect the spark plug con-
nector (12) from the spark plug
(13) by simultaneously pulling
and turning.
2. Unscrew the spark plug (13)
anticlockwiseusing the enclosed
spark plug wrench ( 27).
3. Check the spark gapusing a
feeler gauge (available from
specialist shops). The spark gap
must be at least 0.7-0.8mm.
4. If necessary, adjust the gap by
carefully bending the ground
electrode on the spark plug.
5. Clean the spark plug with a wire
brush.
6. Insert the cleaned and adjusted
spark plug or replace a dam-
aged spark plug with a new one
(recommended torque 20Nm,
determined with a torque
wrench).
Changing the EngineOil
Change the engine oil with the petrol
tank empty and the engine warm. Use a
suitable gasoline hand pump to empty
the tank. Alternatively, arrange the
refueling so that the remaining gasoline
is spent during operation.
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•Change the engine oil for the
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ing hours then every 50operat-
ing hours or annually.
•Dispose of the used oil inan eco-
friendly manner (see “Disposal/
Environmental protection“).
1. Remove the spark plug connector (
12) (see “Maintaining the Spark Plug”).
2. Open the oil tank cover (19) and
pump out the motor oil with an oil
pump.
3. R -
tion”).
Checking/Sharpening/
Replacing the Blade
Only allowspecialist companies to
install and dismantle the knife.
Wear gloves whenhandling the
blade.
•Take off the spark plug connector (
12) and check the blade for wear and
damage.
•Always have a blunt blade resharpened
by aspecialist company, as an imbal-
ance check can be carried out there.
•Always have aspecialist workshop
changea damaged or imbalanced
blade.
Incorrect installation can re-
sult inserious injury.
Adjusting theCarburettor
The carburettor has been preset in the fac-
tory for optimum performance. If readjust-
ments are required, have the adjustments
made by aspecialist workshop.
Storage
General Storage Instructions
Do not store the equipment
with a full collectionbox. In
hot weather, the grass begins
to ferment when heat is gen-
•Clean and service the equipment before
storage.
•Allow the engine to cool before storing
the equipment in enclosedareas.
•Use suitable and authorised containers
for storing fuel.
•Keep the equipment in a dry place that
is protectedfrom dust and out of reach
of children.
•Do not wrap the equipment in nylon
bags as damp and mould could form.
Fold up device
For space-saving storage the grip rod can
be folded twice.
1. Remove the grass catcher (20).
2. Hang out the starter cord ( 7).
3. Open the quick clamping cable
levers (21/25) on the bottom han-
dle (4) and the upper grip handle
(1).
4. Fold both handles down again.
The Bowden cable (5) must not be
jammed when you do this.
Storageduring thewinter
break
Non-observance of the storage
instructions may cause starting prob-
lems or permanent damage as a re-
sult of fuel residues in the carburettor.
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•Start the engine and allow it to run until
it stops due to running out of petrol.
•Change the oil (see “changing the en-
gine oil “).
•Preserve the engine:
- Unscrew the spark plug (13) (see
“cleaning and maintenance“);
- Pour atablespoon of engine oil
through the spark plug holeinto the
engine compartment;
- Pull the starter cord (7) slowly sev -
eral times with the safety catch
(2) pulled in order to distribute
the oil inside the engine;
- Screw the spark plug (13) tight.
•Dispose of usedoil and petrol residues
in an ecofriendly manner (see “Dis-
posal/environmental protection“).
There is no need to drain the petrol
tank if a fuel stabiliser is added to
the petrol (see Briggs & Stratton
instruction manual).
Disposal/Environmental
Protection
•Return the tool, accessories and pack-
aging to a recycling centre when you
- Carefully drain the petrol andoil
tanks andtake your equipment to
a recycling centre. The plastic and
metal parts that are used can be
separated by type and thus recycled.
- Take used oil and petrol residues to a
disposal point and do not pour them
into the sewer system or down the
drain.
- Ask our Service-Center for details.
•Defective units returned to us will be
disposed of for free.
•Do not throw cut grass in the dustbin
but rather compost it or spread it under
bushes and trees as a mulchlayer.
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Maintenance Intervals
Regularly carry out the maintenance work listed in the “maintenance intervals” table.
Regular maintenance prolongs the life of the equipment. It also gives optimum cutting per-
formance and avoids accidents.
Maintenance Work
(See “cleaning and mainte-
nance“)
Before AfterAfter 1st
5 Hrs.
After
8Hrs.
After
50Hrs.Annual
Work
Check and tighten screws, nuts
andbolts 
Check the engine oil level/petrol
petrol if required
 
Clean operating elements / the
area around the silencer  
b
Change the engine oil  
a
Clean/adjust the spark plug
Replace the spark plug


Check the silencer and spark
catcherb 
Clean the air cooling systema,b 
a Replace more often if there is a high levelofdust or heavy dirt
b See Briggs & Stratton instruction manual
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