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Model YF1801
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
PETROL LAWN MOWER
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P.glo-1.^Ir_,lq.oul petrol lawn mower, please read this manuat carefully to
understand the proper use of your unit.
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YF1801 Operating Manual
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT PARTS
TECHNICAL SPECI FICATIONS
INTENDED USE
SAFEry INFORMATION
ASSEMBLY
ADJUSTMENT 14
OPERATION 15
STORING AND MAINTENANCE 19
TROUBLESHOOTING 24
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TABLE OF CONTENTS I

As shown in Fig 1
1. Self-propelledlever
2. Upper handle
3. Starter handle
4. Rope guide
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Ejector flap
Grass bag
Rear wheel
Height adjusting handle
Dipstick
Front wheel
Deck
Spark plug cap
Fuel filler cap
Cord clip
Lower handle
Fixing knob
Throttle lever
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DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT PARTS

Gheck the delivery parts
As shown in Fig 2
Carefully remove the machine from its packaging and check as the following parts are
complete:
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Main mower deck (with upper handle) 1pc
Grass bag assembly '1pc
Star fixing knob with MB nut 4pcs
Cup head square neck bolts M8X45 2pcs
Arc-head blot 2pcs
spark plug spanner lset
Lower handle with rope guide 1pc
Cable clip 1pc
Manual 1pc
WARNING: lf any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this tool until the
missing parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
NOTE!Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes.
WARNING! This item requires a two person lift to remove from the packaging.
Make sure that you have sufficient space to put the lawn mower down. Keep your
feet apart so that you have a stable position, bend at the knees and keep your
back straight.
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Enqine tvpe Sinole cvlinder 4-stroke
Enqine displacement 130 cc
Enqine max.power 2.1kw/3600rom
Enoine speed 3100rpm
Cuttinq width 460mm
Grass hrao caoacitv 50L
lonition TCI
Fueltank capacity 900m1
Oil tank capacity 400m1
Soark oluq tvpe KTRTC/Iorch
Net weiqht 23KG
This Petrol lawn mower has been designed for cutting lawn areas in private house and
hobby gardens.
The machine is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to
be a case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any
damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or
industrial applications . our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial ,
trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS I
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I INTENDED USE
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Ptease read these instruct,rlyir?Xn*" assembtins and operatins.
Description of Symbols
Symbols are used in this manual to attract your attention to possible risks. The safety
symbols and the explications which accompany them must be perfectly understood.
The warning themselves do not prevent the risks and can not be a substitute for proper
methods of avoiding accidents.
Warning symbols on the machine
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/N danger. lgnoring this warning can lead to an accident for yourself or for others.
Z-jf To limit the risk of injury, fire, or electrocution always apply the recommendations
indicated,
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Hot surfaces will burn fingers or palms
Warning! The lawnmower exhaust gas contains toxic substances. Do not run the
engine in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
Move the throttle lever to the rabbit position before starting engine.
Move the throttle lever to the stop position to stop engine.
The data of noise level in 75 dBA'
Safety instructions
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully' Be
equipment; familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
lawnmower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator;
3. Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
1. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all
objects which can be thrown by the machine;
3. Warning - petrol is highly flammable.
- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purposei
- 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;
. lf 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 vapors
have dissipated;
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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;
On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to
rotate.
Operation
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect;
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificiat light;
3. Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible;
4. Always be sure of your footing on slopes;
5. Walk. never run;
6, For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down;
7. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
8. Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
9. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you;
10. Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing
surfaces other than grass, and when transpoding the lawnmower to and from the
area to be mowed;
Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for
example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place;
Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine;
Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starling the engine;
Stad the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with
feet well away from the blade(s);
Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine or switching on the motor, except
if the lawnmower has to be tilted for starling. ln this case, do not tilt it more than
absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator;
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 lawnmower 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 lawnmower;
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- After striking a foreign object. lnspect the lawnmower for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower;
- lf lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately);
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving pads
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:
- Whenever you leave the lawnmower;
- Before refueling;
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;
Go slow when using a trailing seat'
Maintenanceand storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition;
2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can
reach an oPen flame or sPark;
3' Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure;
4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer and petrol storage area free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease;
5. check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration;
6. Replace worn or damaged pads for safety;
7. lf the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.
Assembling the handle
As shown in Fig 3&5
step 1: Fasten the lower handle onto the unit by using one arc-head blot (E) and one star
knob on each side.
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NorE :Make sure the rope guide is on the right handle, when you stand behind
the mower.
Step 2: Unfold the upper handle and fix it into place by tighting the star knobs and cup
head square neck bolts(D).
Step 3: Hold the starter handle and gently pull it out to just over the rope guide ,then hook
it into the rope guide.
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Tidy the connection cord
As shown in Fig6
Fixtheconnectioncordtothehandlewiththecordclip(supplied).
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Attaching the grass bag onto the mower
As shown in FigT
Stepl:Attachthegrasscatchertotheframebyfixingallplastichooks.
Step 2: Lift the eiector flap with one hand and hook in the grass bag'
Step 3: Release the ejector flap to secure the grass bag in position'
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Ghecking the engine oil level and filling with engine oil
As shown in FigS -10
n CAUTION!The following procedures and adjustments must be performed before
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Do not attempt to make any of these adjustments while the engine is running.
1\ CAUTION!To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol.
ll The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting
the engine.
NOTE! Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine damage. lt is
recommend that high detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil used. Using
non-detergent oil can shoden the engine's service life and using 2-stroke oil will
damage the engine.
CAUTION! Always use high quality detergent oil classified SAE30 oil (often
termed as 4 Stroke lawn mower oil). Never use additives with recommended oil.
To prolong the life of your engine it is important that the oil is changed after the
first 5 hours of use.
NOTE! To Check the engine oil level ,stop engine and place the mower on a level
surface.
1. Remove the oil filler dipstick and wipe oil from it with a clean cloth.
2. lnsed the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
3. Then remove the dipstick and check the oil level, the oil level must be between the
Min and Max marks on the dipstick. lf near the lower level ,fill to upper lever with the
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Dipstick

recommendedoil(SAE30).Donotoverfill.Wipeawayanyspiltoil.
4. Fix the dipstick in place by screwing it with quarter turn'
Filling with engine fuel
As shown in Fig 11
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CAUTION! Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol' Purchase fuel in quantities
that can be used within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol.
GAUTION! Do not fill into the base of neck to allow for fuel expansion' Do not
overfill the fuel tank.
GAUTION!WARNING! Petrol is highly flammable and extreme precaution must
be taken when handling or working with it. Keep out of reach of children'
GAUTION! To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol'
The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting
the engine.
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WARNING! Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not
smoke or allow flame or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where
petrol is stored. Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or inhalation of
vapour
Clean the area around the petrol filler cap check the fuel level.
Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel. There should be no fuel in the filler
neck.
Clean up any overflow or splashes of petrol before starting the engine.
Tighten the filler cap after filling, finger tight on.
Fuel filler cap
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Setting the cutting height
As shown in Fig 12
GAUTION ! Adjust the cutting height only when the engine is switch off the spark
plug boot has been Pulled.
The cutting height is centrally adjusted with cutting height adjusting handle. Different
cutting heights can be selected.
pullthe adjusting handle out and select the desired cutting height. The handle snap into
the desired position.
From position 1 to position 7.The cutting height range from 20mm to 70mm'
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Start and stop the engine
WARNING!The blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started.
NOTE! Do not operate the machine in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas as the
exhaust gas contains toxic substance.
Keep hands , feet ,hair and clothing away from all the moving parts of the
machine. the exhaust and otherparts of the machine will become hot during use.
Make sure that the blade is securely fastened before starting the engine.
NOTE!To start the engine , make sure that the spark plug boot is located on the
plug and the machine is filled with sufficient oil and petrol.
To start the engine
As shown in Fig 13&'14
1. Press the primer 3-5 times.
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2. Move the throttle lever to the rabbit position'
3. Stand behind the mower. Pull the starter handle out approximate 10-1Scm until you
feel a resistance and then start the engine with a sharp pull .
4. Once the engine is running, release the starler rope back to the rope guide gently'
A NOTE! When mowing, you can also finish your job by moving the throttle lever to
A the low-speed position, to saving your petrol consumption, depend on the growth
trend of lawn You are cutting'
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To stop the engine
As shown in Fig 15
Move the throttle lever to the stop position.
Fig. 15
To clean a flooded engine
NOTE! lf the engine won't start after you have operated the starlerseveral times,
the engine may be flood with excess fuel . Use following procedure to clear and
start a flooded engine.
1. Move the throttle lever to the stop position to stop engine.
2. Remove the spark plug, dry it, and then reinstall it.
NorEllnstallthe spark plug carefully by hand, to avoid cross-threading. After
the plug is seated tighten 1/8 to 1/4turn with socket spanner of spark plug to
compress the washer.
3. Move the throttle lever to the rabbit position .
4. Operate the starter as described above.
Mowing
1. Select your required cutting height.
2. Start the engine and allow it run. See "to start the engine,,
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WARNING! Always observe the strictest safety procedures when using the
lawnmower. Carefully read the safety instructions of this manual before using the
lawnmower.
WARNING! Never open the ejector flap when the grass bag has been detached
(to be emptied)and the engine is still running. The rotating blade can cause
serious injuries!
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3. Keep a firm grip on the upper handle with the self-propelled lever to start mowlng'
Working advices
1. Walk, never run, be very careful when mowing uneven or rough ground'
2. Mow across slopes, never up and down'
3'Becarefulwhenchangingthedirectionofthemoweronaslope.
4. Do not mow excessively steep slopes'
5. The best result will be achieved if the grass is dry' Wet grass will tend to clog the
blade and the grass collection system'
6. Grass grows at different rates at different time of the year' Never use the lowest
cuttingheightforthefirstcutoftheSeasonorindroughtconditions.
T.onlyaboutonethirdsofthegrassheightshouldbecut.
8. Do not remove grass debris in the mower casing or on the blade by hand or with your
feet. lnstead use suitable tools such as a brush or broom'
Emptying the grass bag
As soon as grass clippings start to trail the lawn mower, it is time to empty the grass bag'
NOTE! Before taking off the grass bag, switch off the engine and wait until the
blade has come to a stoP'
1. To take off the grass bag, use one hand to lift up eiector flap and the other to grab
onto the carry handle. f-ne ejector flap automatically falls down after removing the
grass bag and closes off therear chute opening'
Empty the grass debris in the grass bag, and refit grass bag'
2.
NOTE! lf any grass residue is caught in the discharge chute. clean it using a
brush. Do not removegrass debris in the mower casing or on the blade by hand or
with your feet. lnsteaiur. suitable tools such as a brush or broom'To ensure that
the cut grass can be collected into grass bag, the discharge opening and inside
the mower casing must be cleared of any blockage'
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WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, switch
Off the engine and wait until the blade has come to a stop.
Cleaning
General cleaning
The lawn mower should be cleaned thoroughly every time after it has been used.
Always clean your lawnmower immediately after use.
Do not allow grass cuttings and other debris to become dry and hard on any of the mower
surfaces.
Dried grass remnants and dirt may impair the mowing operation.
Check that the grass chute is free of any residual grass. Remove any such residue.
Check the underside of the lawn mower and the blade mount. For this purpose, tilt the
lawn mower onto its rear side(lift the deck based on its rear wheels)
NOTE :Before placing the lawn mower on its side , fully drain the fuel tank using a
petrol extraction pump.
Do not tilt the lawn mower by more than g0 degrees.
Maintenance of the spark plug
As shown in Fig 17
1. once the engine has cooled , pull off the spark plug with a twist.
2. Remove the spark plug using a spark plug wrench
3. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush(not supplied ).
4. Using a feeler gauge set the gap to O.gmm.
5. lnstall the spark plug carefully by hand , to avoid cross-threading .
6' After the spark plug is seated . tighten with the spanner to compress the washer.
Figl, 0.8 mm
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