Victa 560 User manual

Operator's
Manual
Victa
560
Commercial
Lawnmower
WARNING! Read this manual before operating your Victa Lawnmower.
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4 Stroke Label
Briggs & Stratton:-
Engine must have SAE 30 Oil added to the Engine Sump before starting.
Refer to the Engine Manual for oil filling information.
Please use the engine's dipstick to ensure correct oil fill level.
Failure to add oil to your engine before attempting to start it will
damage the engine and void the Engine Warranty.
The following warning labels are attached to your mower on purchase.
Please read labels before discarding.
Engine Oil
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Warning! Be careful of objects being
thrown out!
Read the directions
for use before
operating the machine.
Read the manual before
carrying out any
maintenance work.
Wear safety goggles,
a helmet and ear
protection.
Wear sturdy, nonslip
footwear.
Wear safety gloves. Protect the machine from
rain and damp.
Safety Marking and Symbols
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Table of Contents
Important Notes 1
Unit Details
Safety & Handling 2
Safety Instructions
Hazards
Personal Safety Equipment
Assembly Procedures 5
Features
Handle Knobs/Toggles
Throttle Control
Mulching Plug
Operating Instructions 9
Starting & Stopping
Speed and Drive Control
Maintenance & Care 14
Cleaning
Maintenance Chart
Questions & Answers 16
Troubleshooting
Warranty - See Warranty Leaflet
Notes
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IMPORTANT NOTES
1
Congratulations on your purchase of a Victa lawnmower. This instruction manual will aid in the
assembly, operation and maintenance of your new lawnmower.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure safety and the long life of your product.
Please read the Warranty leaflet carefully.
Keep this operators manual in a safe place for future reference, or if service is required on your unit.
Do not operate the unit before reading this manual.
Do not operate before reading the ‘Engine Manual’.
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Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions
Transporting the mower
• Turn the engine off by moving the throttle lever to the ‘STOP’ position and switching the
fuel tap off (where fitted).
• Disconnect the spark plug lead and wedge it well away from the spark plug.
• Do not transport the mower in a vehicle if there is fuel in the fuel tank.
Before using the mower
• Do not allow children, or people unfamiliar with these instructions, to use 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 Victa spare parts only.
• Please note: blades may be tucked under blade disc for safety and transport reasons
before use. Once the engine is started they will relocate themselves for cutting.
• Check all fasteners regularly. Always ensure the mower is in a safe operating condition.
Use genuine spare parts only.
• Check for grass build up around the engine and muffler which may cause overheating
and/or a fire hazard.
• For 4-stroke engines, SAE 30 oil must be placed in engine sump before starting the
engine. Please refer to Engine Owner’s Manual, for filling volume and method. Failure to
do so will cause engine damage and will void engine warranty.
• Do not start the engine unless side chute is securely in position.
• Know the mower controls. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency by
moving the throttle to the 'STOP' position or releasing the brake bale arm on models
fitted with presence control
Operating the mower
• Do not mow while people, especially children, 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 and eye
protection.
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