SANLI SSP550 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CONSUMER
HELPLINE
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PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.
LAWN MOWER
self-propelled
4-in-1
SSP550

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1. Self-propelled Lawnmower
2. Instruction Manual
3. Handle Knobs and Bolts
4. Rear Grass Catcher
What you get with your mower
5. Spanners
6. Bolt and Nut Assembly
7. Spark Plug Socket 21mm
8. Cable Tie
9. Mulching Plug
10. Detachable Side Chute
11. 10# Socket

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1. Comfort Grip Handle
2. Throttle Control Lever
3. Rear Flap
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4. Fuel Tank
5. Air Filter
6. Spark Plug
7. Mufer/Exhaust
8. Oil Sump
9. Height Adjustment Lever
10. Grass Catcher
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Remove and ensure you have all the parts
required for assembly (see page 2 for reference)
Parts required:
4 x Round cap nuts
and 4 cm length bolts
1. LOWER HANDLE BAR ASSEMBLY
1.
1. Lower Handle Bar Assembly
Fit the lower handles with bolts and nuts
supplied. Please note that there are three
possible settings for the angle of the bottom
handle to suit the operator.
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2. UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
2.
4. 5. 6.
2. Upper Handle Assembly
Fit the right side Handle Knobs and
Bolts.
3. Fit the Cable Tie
Fit the Cable Tie into place.
ASSEMBLY GUIDELINES
LAWN MOWER SSP550
Parts required:
2 x Handle Knobs
2 x Bolts
4. Attach the Grass Catcher
Lift the Rear Flap with one hand.
5. Attach the Grass Catcher
Lower the Grass Catcher
hook onto bar.
6. Complete machine ready for your
lawn.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
WARNING! The following procedures must be carried out before you start the engine of your lawnmower.
FILL OIL SUMP WITH 600ml of
SAE 30 Oil
FILL FUEL TANK WITH
PREMIUM PETROL (NO
E10 PETROL)
!
MAXMIN
Filling oil sump with oil
The mower is supplied with oil in
the engine. You have to add 600ml
oil before starting the engine for
the first time.
1. Firstly, remove the warning
label from under the dipstick,
then remove the dipstick and
slowly pour 600ml of SAE30
or 10W/30 lawnmower grade
engine oil into the engine via
the oil filler (Fig. 1). Replace the
dipstick and tighten.
2. Before you use the mower each
time, check the oil level (Fig.
2) and if necessary top up with
SAE30 engine oil. To check the
oil level, unscrew the yellow
dipstick, wipe with a rag and
replace into the oil filler (do not
screw back in place),
remove the dipstick again and
check the level.
3. The oil level must be between
the min and max marks on the
dipstick (Fig. 3). Replace the
dipstick and screw into place.
Fill Fuel tank with min 95 octane
premium unleaded petrol (Do not
use Ethanol petrol ie. E10).
Petrol is highly ammable so
extreme caution must be taken
when handling it. Always store
petrol in approved containers and
you must ensure that you use fresh
petrol that is less than 4-6 weeks
old. Do not mix oil with petrol.
4. To put petrol in the fuel tank,
firstly remove the warning label
from under the petrol cap.
It’s best to fill the tank using
a clean funnel, but never fill it
completely (Fig. 4) . Instead,
leave at least 13mm from
the bottom of the filler neck to
allow for expansion. Ensure that
you securely tighten the petrol
cap after filling. (Funnel & Fuel
not supplied).
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Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 4
Fig 3

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WARNING! The following procedures must be carried out before you start the engine of your lawnmower.
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ON OFF
RUN
COLD
START
STOP
RUN
COLD
START
STOP
BEFORE YOU BEGIN/STARTING THE ENGINE
LAWN MOWER SSP550
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine
1. Make sure that your mower is
on a safe, at area (a paved area
or path is ideal - avoid thick wet
grass and gravel surfaces) away
from fuel or fueling area to
make starting safe.
2. Slide the ‘Red’ petrol tap lever
to the left ‘On’ position (Fig. 5).
3. Move the throttle control lever
located on the handle to the
‘Cold Start’ position
(Fig. 6).
4. Firmly hold the top handle with
one hand, and then with your
other hand pull the cord slowly
until you feel resistance. Then
pull vigorously with one steady
action (Fig. 7). Guide the cord
back to it’s rest position (do not
release).
5. When the engine has been
running for at least 15 seconds
(more time on cold days) (Fig. 8)
adjust the throttle control lever
to the ‘Run’ position.
6. To restart a hot engine, move the
throttle control lever to the ‘Run’
position and then refer to ‘
Point 4’ .
7. To turn off your mower, slide the
throttle control lever down to the
‘Stop’ position. After it has stopped,
slide the ‘Red’ petrol tap lever to
the right ‘Off’ position.
RUN
Fig 5 Fig 6
Fig 7 Fig 8

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USING YOUR MOWER
ON OFF
Attach the Grass Catcher
The grass catcher attaches easily by
lifting the mower’s Rear Flap with
one hand (Fig. 9) and slide the Grass
Catcher into position (Fig. 10).
Cutting Height Adjustment
For best results adjust the cutting
height of your mower to suit the
mowing conditions. Do not try to
remove too much grass in one pass.
Adjustment of the cutting height is
made centrally. Take hold of the cut
height adjustment lever, positioned on
the mower’s righthand rear wheel.
Move the lever outwards to release
it from its locating notch. Move
the lever towards the front of the
machine to increase the cutting height
and towards the rear to reduce the
cutting height. Return the lever to
the locating notch to set the desired
cutting height.
Make sure the handle fits snugly and
securely into its serrated holder.
Mowing your Lawn
Start your mower (see: Starting the
engine). After mowing and emptying
the Grass Catcher ensure the engine
is not running and turned off.
Cleaning your Mower
Cut grass is damp. Regular cleaning
after each use will ensure better
functioning of the mower and reduce
the risk of corrosion or seizure.
Having finished mowing, allow
the engine to cool then remove
accumulated grass clippings from and
around the engine with a brush. Clean
the grass collection bag annually with
a brush or gentle spray of water and
allow to dry.
Clean underneath regularly -
disconnect the spark plug cap and tilt
the mower on back. Remove cut grass
from the cutting system with a scraper
and a brush.
Do not use a pressure washer or hot
water to clean the mower. Dry off the
machine before storing by leaving it
running for a few minutes on a at,
clear surface to prevent corrosion or
seizure.
Storing your Mower
Store your mower in a dry, well-
ventilated area, away from ames,
sparks or heat sources. Disconnect the
spark plug cap. Avoid storing beneath a
tarpaulin or similar cover as it may
cause condensation resulting in
corrosion.
Transporting your Mower
Ensure the fuel tank is empty. Run
the engine until any remaining fuel is
consumed. Allow the engine to cool.
Turn fuel tap to OFF position (Fig. 13).
How to cut for best results
For best results cut your lawn in
alternative directions switching
direction each time you cut. Cut your
lawn at an equal and same height.
Slightly overlap your cutting lines.
WARNING!
WARNING!
!
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Turn mower off before
adjusting cutting height lever
Turn mower off before cleaning
USING YOUR MOWER/SAFETY TIPS
LAWN MOWER SSP550
Fig 9 Fig10
Fig12 Fig13
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Max 20°
HOT!
RUN
COLD
START
STOP
1. Before starting your mower inspect
it carefully to ensure that there are
no loose parts and that it is in good
working order.
2. Be sure of your footing.
Always walk, never run, when
operating the lawnmower.
3. Keep hands, feet and clothing away
from the mower’s moving parts
always wear appropriate footwear
(avoid sandals or open shoes).
4. Never put your hands or feet
underneath the chassis of the
lawnmower while the engine is
running.
5. Clear the area to be mowed of any
stones, sticks, wire and debris
before beginning. Always ensure
that you mow a safe distance away
(over 14 metres) from adults,
children and animals.
6. Turn off the engine and disconnect
the spark plug cap before
cleaning, transporting, or making
adjustments. Never leave the
mower unattended.
7. Never open the fuel filler cap, or
fill the tank, if the engine is still hot
after use. Please ensure that you
securely tighten the petrol cap
after filling.
14. Do not transport the
mower in a vehicle if there
is any petrol in the tank.
15. Be aware that the machine’s
exhaust area and other parts
of the lawnmower get very
hot during and right after use.
16. Turn off the engine before
emptying the grass-catcher and
before clearing any grass caught in
the rear ap where the catcher fits.
17. Store fuel and oil in a cool well-
ventilated place, away from direct
sunlight and gas cylinders or hot
water heater systems.
18. It is recommended that you wear
ear protectors, safety goggles
and safety boots when using the
lawnmower
19.To inspect the underside of your
mower, only tilt the lawnmower to
your right, or back, when standing
behind it (this is the side where
the exhaust is near the ground)
otherwise oil may leak into
inappropriate areas of the engine.
Never tilt the lawnmower when
the engine is running.
20. All servicing and repair work
under warranty must be carried
out by an Authorised Dealer.
USING YOUR MOWER/SAFETY TIPS
LAWN MOWER SSP550
TIPS ON MOWER SAFETY
8. Mow across the face of slopes, not
up & down, and avoid mowing on
very steep slopes. We recommend
you avoid mowing when it is
raining, after nightfall or in poor
light conditions.
9. Do not operate the machine by
pulling it towards you as you risk
pulling it onto your feet. Instead,
always push and walk behind your
lawnmower.
10. Do not fill the tank, or start the
lawnmower indoors, or in a poorly
ventilated area, as exhaust gases
contain poisonous substances
and petrol fumes are ammable
and dangerous.
11. Do not alter engine governing
settings or over-rev the engine, as
excessive speed is dangerous and
can reduce engine life.
12. Do not smoke when filling
the fuel tank, using the machine,
or when petrol is in the immediate
area. Never use or store the
mower near a naked ame.
13. Always use fresh 95 octane
premium unleaded petrol that is
not more than 4-6 weeks old. Fill
the tank using a funnel, but never
completely. Clean up any overow
or splashes before starting.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING! The following procedures must be carried out before you start the engine of your lawnmower.
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SUMMARY OF REGULAR MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED BY THE MOWER
Before each
mowing After 5 hours Every 25 hours or once a year minimum before winter lay-up
Cutting system Check and verify
its condition
Sharpen and balance blade.
Replace worn or damaged blade.
Spark plug Check
Clean and check the clearance
of the electrodes. Replace if
necessary.
Air Filter Check Clean the filter. Replace if
necessary.
Oil Check the level Drain and
renew Drain and renew
OUT
IN
Frequency
Components
Cutting System
Before and after each mowing
session, check that the blade, its
attachment bolts and drive shaft
are not damaged or excessively
worn. Never try to straighten a
bent blade. Replace a damaged,
worn or bent blade as soon as
possible. Use only genuine SANLI
parts or those approved by SANLI.
Excessive vibration when mowing
is a good indication of a problem
with the cutting system.
Removing the blade
Wear appropriate protective
gloves to prevent possible
injury when handling the blade.
Disconnect the spark plug cap
and tilt the mower on its side with
air filter and carburettor side
uppermost.
Holding the blade firmly in one
hand, use a spanner or socket to
loosen the blade screw.
Sharpening the blade
For best mowing results, have the
edges sharpened and the blade
balanced at least once a year by a
specialist service dealer or agent.
Mounting the blade
Wear appropriate protective gloves
to prevent possible injury when
handling the blade. Disconnect
the spark plug cap and tilt the
mower on its side with air filter side
uppermost.
Check that all components (the
blade, key, blade holder, screws and
washers) are present, clean and in
good condition.
Position the blade on its support
with the cooling fins facing the
engine.
Check the correct alignment and
matching of pads with the blade.
The blade must be positioned
precisely on its stand.
Tighten the screws connecting all of
the components. Make a final visual
check that all parts are present and
aligned before tightening the fixing
bolt very firmly with a wrench while
holding the blade firmly in one hand
(NB wear suitable gloves).
Spark Plug
Check the spark plug initially after
the first five hours of mower use.
Thereafter, maintenance of the spark
plug should take place every 25 hours.
Remove the spark plug cap (Fig.14)
using a rotary motion and then remove
the spark plug with the wrench
provided (Fig.15).
Clean off any carbon deposits using a
copper brush and check the electrode
gap with a feeler gauge (the gap should
be ≈ 0.7 mm). Replace and tighten the
serviced spark plug and replace the
cap.
If the spark plug is worn or damaged,
replace with a new spark plug of the
same or suitable type for the engine.
If in doubt, contact your point of
purchase or local dealer.
WARNING!
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Vibration from a bent or damaged
blade can cause costly damage to the
mower. Working with an excessively
worn blade wastes fuel and can
lead to injury if the blade becomes
detached from the machine.
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Fig14
Fig15

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MAX
MIN
Air Filter
An air filter in poor condition
will reduce the performance and
life of the engine while making it
harder to start. Regular checks
are therefore essential, especially
when using the mower in dusty
conditions. Check and clean the air
filter every 25 hours of use or more
often if the engine is used in a dusty
environment.
Remove the air filter cover lid and
carefully remove the foam filter
cartridge. Clean the cartridge in a
small bowl of warm water containing
a few drops of washing-up liquid
until it is perfectly clean and free
from all traces of grease and dust.
Rinse the filter cartridge in clean
water and then squeeze gently to
remove most of the water. Let it air
dry until it is completely dry.
Clean the cover and inside of the air
filter box with a clean lint-free cloth.
Apply a uniform layer of oil to the
outside of the cartridge filter with a
brush (you can use clean engine oil
Changing the oil
The first oil change should be
carried out after the first 5 hours
of mower use. Thereafter, change
the oil after every 25 hours use
or at least once a year. Leave the
engine running outdoors for several
minutes to warm the oil and make it
more uid.
Remove the spark plug cap and
unscrew the oil level dipstick. Place
a suitable container beneath the
mower’s oil filler pipe and tilt the
mower onto its side with the air
filter and carburettor uppermost.
Allow the oil to drain completely
into the container. Return the
mower onto its four wheels and fill
the engine with new oil.
WARNING!
!Parts of the engine will become very
hot and can cause severe burns.
WARNING!
Do not twist the foam cartridge to
clean it as this could cause damage.
If your mower is not serviced
correctly, you could reduce your
mower’s ability to operate and void
warranty.
BASIC MAINTENANCE
LAWN MOWER SSP550
MAX
MIN
Fig16
Fig17 Fig18
for this). Insert the filter cartridge
into its housing and replace
the filter lid, ensuring that each
component is in place and properly
installed. If the filter cartridge is
damaged or is very dirty, replace it
using a genuine part.
Checking the oil level
Position the mower on a firm,
level surface. Unscrew the oil level
dipstick (Fig.17) and wipe dry.
Insert the dipstick until it reaches
the filler neck, but do not screw
in. Remove the dipstick and check
the oil level holding the dipstick
horizontal.
The oil level should be between
the minimum and maximum oil
level marks on the dipstick (Fig.18).
Add oil if necessary and repeat the
above checking process. Running
the engine without oil or with too
little oil can cause serious engine
damage.
Note: Dispose of used engine oil carefully,
responsibly and in accordance with local or
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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Consistent with our policy of continuous
improvement, SANLI reserves the right
to change the design and configuration
of any of its products without notice or
obligation.
Therefore, please treat the text
and images in this manual as being for
illustrative purposes only. They may
in no case serve as a basis for any
legal claim.
Model SSP550
Engine SL1P68F-A
Displacement 163 cm³
Maximum power 2.8 kW
Tank capacity 1.0 L
Engine oil capacity 0.6 L
Maximum operating speed 3100 rpm
Cutting width 510 mm
Adjustable cutting heights 10
Cutting height 20-85 mm
Grass collection capacity 60 L
Noise level 75 dB
Chassis Heavy duty steel
Dimensions: a = 159.2, b = 112.8,
(cms) c = 71.3
Problem Likely cause Suggested remedy
Engine does not
start
Throttle lever not set properly Set to ‘Cold Start’ for cold or a little lower when warm
Out, or almost out, of fuel Fill tank with min 95 octane premium unleaded petrol
Spark plug depleted Replace with a suitable new spark plug
Spark plug dirty Clean or replace with a new spark plug
Spark plug not connected Press firmly on the terminal cover
Flooded engine Turn fuel ‘off’ then pull starter rope until the mower starts, then
turn the fuel on
Old petrol in the tank Drain stale fuel and replace with new min 95 octane premium
unleaded petrol
Water in the fuel tank Contact an authorised dealer
Engine stops often
Blocked fuel supply Ensure the fuel line is not pinched or blocked
Fuel cap is not venting You may need to slightly loosen the fuel cap
Wrong type of fuel Drain petrol tank and fill with new min 95 octane premium
unleaded petrol
Engine loses power
Dirty air cleaner filter Clean or replace with a new air-filter
Incorrect height adjustment Raise the mower’s cutting height lever
Blocked fuel cap vent holes Ensure the 3 holes in the fuel tank cap are clear
Mower vibrates too
much
Loose cutting blade Check and tighten bolts and nuts
Bent or broken disc/blades Replace disc or blades
Excessive grass/dirt build-up Clean and ensure underside clear of build up
Disc or blades worn/damaged Replace blades
Poor cutting
catching
Catcher not fitted correctly Reattach carefully and also check for damage
Incorrect cutting height set Adjust the cutting height
Blocked grass catcher vents Clear and clean the vents.
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WARRANTY CONDITIONS
LAWN MOWER SSP550
Please note that your warranty is affected by terms and conditions. Read on to fully
understand what is covered by the warranty and what is not covered. Those items not
covered by the warranty are the responsibility of the owner and any repairs will be at
the owner’s expense.
The warranty does not affect your statutory rights or remedies as outlined in applicable
consumer legislation.
Sanli company provides an express warranty for this product for a period of 2 years
from your original purchase date with the exception of commercial-use which is for
a period of 90 days. The warranty is not transferable and is only applicable to the
original purchaser that can provide original proof of purchase.
Defective parts will be replaced or repaired by an Authorised Sanli Dealer without
charge for labour or materials, subject to conditions. Repairs or adjustments required
by failure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions are chargeable to the owner.
This express warranty does not cover;
• Intentional or unintentional misuse, abuse or breakages
• Normal wear and tear
•Oiled air cleaner or starting difficulty caused by mower incorrectly tipped on its side
• Consumable items (including oil, blades and spark plugs)
• Defects or faults caused by an act or omission after leaving manufacture
• Incorrect, contaminated or poor quality fuel (older than 3 months) or oil
• Incorrect maintenance or storage of the product
• Water damage or environmental conditions
• Failure to observe safety requirements
• Any loss or damage arising from faulty parts or workmanship
The warranty will become void if any unauthorised person dismantles, repairs, or modifies
the product.

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