VARO POWERplus XQ POWXQG7570 User manual

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1DESCRIPTION (FIG A) ....................................................................3
2PACKAGE CONTENT LIST.............................................................3
3SYMBOLS........................................................................................3
4GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS....................................................4
4.1 Training....................................................................................................................4
4.2 Preparation..............................................................................................................4
4.3 Operation.................................................................................................................5
4.4 Maintenance and storage.......................................................................................6
5ASSEMBLY......................................................................................6
5.1 Folding handle ........................................................................................................6
5.2 Mounting and dismounting the grass catcher ......................................................7
5.3 Starter handle..........................................................................................................7
5.4 Height of cut............................................................................................................7
6WHAT IS MULCHING ......................................................................8
6.1 Retrofitting for mulching mower............................................................................8
7OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................8
7.1 Before starting ........................................................................................................8
7.2 To start engine and engage blade..........................................................................9
7.3 Brake handle .........................................................................................................10
7.4 To stop engine ......................................................................................................10
7.5 Auto move.............................................................................................................10
7.6 For the best results when mowing.......................................................................11
7.7 Grass catcher........................................................................................................11
7.8 Deck.......................................................................................................................12
7.9 Height adjustment instructions............................................................................12
8CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.................................................12
8.1 Spark plug.............................................................................................................12
8.2 Lubrication instructions.......................................................................................12
8.3 Cleaning.................................................................................................................12
8.3.1 Engine air cleaner...................................................................................................13
8.3.2 Cutting blade...........................................................................................................13

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8.3.3 Blade mounting torque............................................................................................14
9STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS (OFF SEASON)...............................14
10 TRANSPORT..................................................................................15
11 TROUBLES SHOOTING................................................................15
12 TECHNICAL DETAILS...................................................................16
13 NOISE.............................................................................................16
14 WARRANTY...................................................................................16
15 ENVIRONMENT .............................................................................17
16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..............................................18

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SELF TRACKING 160CC GASOLINE LAWN MOWER
POWXQG7570
WARNING! Read this manual and general safety instructions carefully
before using the appliance, for your own safety. Your power tool should
only be passed on together with these instructions.
1 DESCRIPTION (FIG A)
1. Upper handle
2. Self-drive control handle
3. Choke/ throttle lever
4. Starter handle
5. Rope Guide
6. Locking Lever
7. Grass catch bag
8. Height adjusting lever
9. Deck
10. Spark Plug
11. Fuel cap
12. Oil Cap
13. Fuel cock
14. Cable clamp
15. Brake control handle
16. Mulching wedge
2 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST
Remove all packaging materials.
Remove remaining packing and package inserts (if included).
Check that the package contents are complete.
Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for
transportation damage.
Keep the packing materials as far as possible till the end of the warranty period. Dispose
it into your local waste disposal system afterwards.
WARNING: Packaging materials are not toys! Children must not play with
plastic bags! Danger of suffocation!
1 x Self trackting 160cc gasoline lawn mower
1 x Grass bag
1 x Spark plug wrench
1 x Manual
If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.
3 SYMBOLS
In this manual and/or on the machine the following symbols are used:
Denotes risk of personal injury
or damage to the tool.
In accordance with
essential applicable
safety standards of
European directives
Read manual before use
Warning! Flying objects.
Beware of thrown
objects hit by cutting
attachment
Keep bystanders away

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Danger –rotating blades. Keep
hands and feet away from
sharp parts. Keep hands away
from blades, Don’t touch the
blades when starting or while
operating the unit.
Fuel is flammable, keep
fire away. Allow engine
to cool for at least 2
minutes before refueling
Toxic fumes! Don't operate
inside house. Petrol engines
emit carbon monoxide. DO
NOT run in enclosed area.
Wear hearing protection
& eye protection
When repairing, please take out
the spark plug. Then repair
according to the operation
manual.
Caution: Hot engine Do
not touch a hot silencer
or cylinder. You may get
burned. These parts get
extremely hot from
operation. When turned
off they remain hot for a
short time
4 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: When using petrol tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should
always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
Read all these instruction before operating this product and retain these instructions for future
reference.
4.1 Training
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment;
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator;
Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.
4.2 Preparation
While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects
which can be thrown by the machine;
WARNING- Petrol is highly flammable.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
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.
Stop the blade(s) 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;
Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or
without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass
catchers, in place;
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine;
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the
engine;
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with
feet well away from the blade(s);
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine;
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the
discharge chute;
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times;
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is
running;
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make
sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop
and, where a key is fitted 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);
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make
sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted
remove the key: - Whenever you leave the lawn mower;
- Before refueling;
Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if
the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel of
at the conclusion of mowing;
Go slow when using a trailing seat.
Maintenance and storage
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
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
stopped.

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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.
Replace faulty silencers.
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 bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
4.3 Operation
Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes
can collect.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you.
Stop the blade(s) 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.
Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for
example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine.
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening
at all times.
Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted 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);
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
Whenever you leave the lawn mower;
Before refuelling;
Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is provided with a
shut-off valve, turn the fuel of at the conclusion of mowing.
Go slow when using a trailing seat.