Hyundai HYM40P User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
* IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HYM40P - HYM43P - HYM43SP - HY46SP (4-in-1) - HYM51SP (4-in-1)
Licensed by Hyundai Corporation, Korea

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contents
4 Preface
5 safety Messages
6 Hazard syMbols and Meanings
7 sPecification
8 Parts diagraM
9 asseMbly
11 cutting HeigHt adjustMent
12 oPeration
14 MulcHing
16 Warnings
20 Maintenance
22 troublesHooting
24 Warranty
25 declaration of conforMity
26 notes

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Thank you for choosing this petrol lawnmower engine.
The manual gives information with respect to operation
and maintenance of the HYM40P, HYM43P, HYM43SP,
HY46SP and HYM51SP petrol lawn mowers. Please
read carefully rst before operation. Only operate as
the manual shows. This ensures the users safety and
gets the best results from your lawnmower.
All information and diagrams of this manual are in
accordance with the newest products at time of
publishing time. Our company reserves the right to
make change at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation. No part of this publication
may be reproduced without written permission.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of
the lawnmower and should remain with the lawnmower
if it is resold.
Preface

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Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided important safety messages in this
manual and on the petrol engine. Please read these
messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others. Each safety message is
preceded by a safety alert symbol, as following:
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Your machine or other property could be damaged
if you don’t follow instructions.
Gives you helpful information.
safety Messages

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explosion
kickback
fall fluid injection
hot surface
fire
moving parts
flying objects
electric shock
read manual
slippery
toxic fumes
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sPecification
Model
HYM40P HYM43P HYM43SP HYM46SP HYM51SP
Dry Weight 22kg 26kg 30kg 32kg 36kg
Engine Type Hyundai
Drive Type Hand-push Self-propelled
Displacement 99cc 139cc 173cc
Engine Power 1.kW 2.5kW 3.8kW
Engine Speed 2800rpm
Height Adjustment 4 Wheel Adjustment Central Adjustment
Cutting Height 25-75mm with 3 heights 25-75mm with 6 heights 25-75mm with 7 heights
Catcher Type Polyester Bag Half Plastic Box
Catcher Volume 40L 55L 70L
Cutting Width 40cm/16” 42cm/17” 46cm/18” 50cm/20”
Deck Material Treated Steel

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1. Drive lever
2. Operator presence
control (OPC) lever
3. Throttle & choke lever
4. Recoil handle
5. Polyester grass catcher
6. Height adjustment lever
7. Cutter deck
8. Spark plug
9. Oil cap & dipstick
10.Fuel cap
11.Folding handle
12.Side discharge deector
13.Primer bulb
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asseMbly
Grass Catcher Assembly
Please do the following:
1. Put the metal frame inside the grass catcher.
2. To t: Raise the rear cover and hitch the grass catcher on
rear of mower. (Fig. 1A, Fig. 1B).
3. To remove: hold and lift rear cover, then remove grass
catcher.
Fig. 1A Fig. 1B

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asseMbly
Handle Assembly
Please do the following:
3. Push the locking lever closed to lock the handle in the
operating position.
4. Adjust the tension by turning the lock nut with a suitable
spanner.
5. Put the recoil starter on the right of the handle and x the
cable with the plastic collar.
6. Attach the rope of the recoil starter handle on its support
rope guide. (Fig. 2D)
Fig. 2A Fig. 2B
1. Fix the lower handle onto the desk using a spanner. (Fig. 2A)
2. Release the two locking levers from the upper handle for
folding. (Fig. 2B)
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cutting HeigHt adjustMent
Pull out to disengage height adjustment lever from quadrant.
Push lever forward or back to adjust the height.
1. Always use the lawnmower with the grass catcher, or
deector in position.
2. Stop the engine before emptying the grass catcher or before
you change the cutting height.
3. Never put feet or hands near the mower when running.
4. Before mowing, remove all foreign objects from the lawn,
which may cause injury.
5. Keep children, people and pets at a safe distance when the
lawnmower is in use.

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oPeration
Before using the lawnmower you must read the
Hyundai Engine Manual carefully and ll up the
engine with unleaded petrol and 15w40 engine oil.
Engine Starting
Once the machine has had a PDI (for new machines), start the
engine as follows:
1. When starting from cold, turn throttle choke lever to
position. When starting warm engine, turn throttle choke
lever to position.
2. Standing behind the machine, hold the OPC lever and pull it
against the main handle as shown in Figure 1.
3. Pull the recoil starter sharply. Releasing the OPC lever will
stop the lawnmower.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Blade rotates as soon as the engine is started.
Whilst the mower is running keep the OPC lever
engaged or the engine will stop.

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oPeration
The Self-Propelled Function (Models HYMSP43, HYMSP46,
HYMSP51)
Push the self-drive control lever forward to the
main handle then the machine will move forward
automatically. During operation, hold the handle tight
with both hands.
Stopping the engine and machine
Release the OPC control lever to stop the engine and blade.
Release the drive lever to stop the drive wheels.
4-in- 1 Function (Cut and collect, cut and drop, cut and
mulch & side discharge)
From Lawnmower with Rear Discharge to:
1. mulching mower or as
2. side-discharge mower.
What is mulching?
When mulching, the grass is cut again and again until mulched
into the ground so there is no need to collect.
Hints for mulch-mowing:
Only cut 1/3rd of the growth and leave the grass to grow
longer.
- Make sure the blade is sharpened regularly.
- Try not to mow when wet.
- Set the throttle at maximum.
- Only move at walking pace.
- Regularly clean mulching wedge, underneath of cutter deck
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ONE: Fitting Mulching Plug
Note: make sure the machine is stationary and not
running!
. Lift the rear cover and remove the grass catcher.
. Push the mulching wedge into the discharge channel. Lock the
mulching wedge into the slot.
. Lower the rear cover again.
TWO: Side Discharge Mowing
. Lift the rear cover and remove the grass catcher.
. Fit the mulching wedge.
. Lift side ap for side discharge.
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Mount the discharge chute for side discharge on the support
pin of the side ap.
. Lower the side ap–the side ap lies on the side discharge
chute.
THREE: Grass Collection
For mowing with the grass catcher, remove the mulching
wedge and
side discharge chute and t the grass catcher.
Removing the mulching plug:
- Lift rear cover and remove the mulching wedge by unlocking
and removing it.
Removing the side discharge
chute:
- Lift rear cover and remove
discharge chute. The rear ap
automatically closes the dis-
charge opening on the hous-
ing by means of a spring.
- Regularly clean the side ap
and discharge opening from
grass and dirt.
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1.1 Training
1.1.1 Read the manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls
and proper use of the equipment;
1.1.2 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations can
restrict the age of the operator;
1.1.3 Never mow while people, especially children, or pets
are nearby;
1.1.4 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
1.2 Preparation
1.2.1 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot
or wearing open sandals;
1.2.2 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the
machine;
1.2.3 WARNING- Petrol is highly ammable.
- store fuel in containers specically designed for this
purpose;
- refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling;
- add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the
cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running
or when the engine is hot;
- if petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid
creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have
dissipated;
- replace all fuel tank and container caps securely;
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1.2.4 Replace faulty exhausts;
1.2.5 Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and make sure
when sharpening that the blades are balanced;
1.3 Operation
1.3.1 Do not operate the engine in a conned space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect;
1.3.2 Mow only in daylight;
1.3.3 Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where
feasible;
1.3.4 Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
1.3.5 Walk, never run;
1.3.6 For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down;
1.3.7 Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes;
1.3.8 Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
1.3.9 Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn
mower towards you;
1.3.10 Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and
when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to
be mowed;
1.3.11 Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards,
or without safety devices, for example deectors and/or
grass catchers, in place;
1.3.12 Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine;
1.3.13 Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting
the engine;
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1.3.14 Start the engine carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade;
1.3.15 Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine;
1.3.16 Do not start the engine when standing in front of the
discharge chute;
1.3.17 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
keep clear of the discharge opening at all times;
1.3.18 Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine
is running;
1.3.19 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap,
make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete
stop and, where a key is tted remove the key:
- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn
mower;
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawn mower;
- If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately);
1.3.20 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap,
make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is tted
remove the key:
- Whenever you leave the lawn mower;
- Before refueling;
1.3.21 Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down
and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the
fuel off at the conclusion of mowing;
1.4 Maintenance and storage
1.4.1 Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
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equipment is in safe working condition;
1.4.2 Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside
a building where fumes can reach an open ame or spark;
1.4.3 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure;
1.4.4 To reduce any re hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass,
leaves or excessive grease;
1.4.5 Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration;
1.4.6 Replace worn or damaged parts for safety;
1.4.7 If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
Caution: Do not touch rotating blade.
Warning: Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine off.
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WARNING: stop the engine and unplug the spark plug be-
fore any repairing or maintenance operations.
- Refer to separate engine manual for engine maintenance
instructions.
- Stop the engine and unplug the spark plug before any
repairing or maintenance operations.
- For four stroke engines, read carefully the maintenance
engine manual. Check regularly the oil level and add
some oil or replace it if necessary.
- Frequently check the lawnmower and ensure that all
grass deposits are removed from beneath the deck.
- Regularly lubricate the wheel axle and the bearings with a
suitable lubricant.
- Check the blade, in order to obtain a good cut, the blade
should always be sharp and well balanced.
- At regular intervals, check the tightness of all nuts, bolts
and screws.
- If the blade hits an obstacle, stop the lawnmower and
take it to a service dealer.
THE BLADE: the blade is made of pressed steel, in order to
obtain a good cut sharpen the blade frequently, around every 25
hours of work. Be sure that the blade is always well balanced.
To remove the blade, unscrew the bolt, check the blade support
and change all spare parts if they are worn out or damaged.
ONLY USE HYUNDAI ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS. POOR
QUALITY SPARE PARTS CAN INVOLVE REDUCE THE LIFE
OF YOUR LAWNMOWER AND CAN CAUSE INJURY.
Maintenance