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1. Position the lawn mower on a at and level
surface. Clean the area directly around the oil
ller cap (24).
2. Remove the oil ller cap / dipstick (24) by turning
approximately a quarter turn in an anti clockwise
direction and lift the cap outwards. Clean the oil
dipstick (24) with a clean cloth, cleaning away
any visual oil (Fig U).
3. FOR A NEW LAWN MOWER, add 560ml of
4 stroke SAE 10W/30 engine oil.
4. Insert the oil dipstick back and secure the oil
ller cap (24) by turning approximately a quarter
turn in a clockwise direction.
5. Again remove the oil dipstick (24) and check the
oil level. It should be at the top of the full
(H marking) indicator on the dipstick (Fig V).
6. If low, add oil slowly into the engine oil ll. Do not overll. After adding
oil, wait one minute and then recheck the oil level.
7. Replace and tighten the oil ller cap / dipstick (24). Always ensure the oil
ller cap is rmly locked in place before the engine is started.
NOTE: Do not allow engine to run low on oil as it will reduce the life of the
engine.
NOTE: Do not overll with oil above the full indicator mark.
Fuelling
IMPORTANT: Fuel goes o after about 3-4 months. If you nd your
lawn mower does not start, rst change the fuel in the tank with newly
purchased fresh unleaded fuel. Do not use ethanol based fuels.
WARNING. Do not rell fuel tank while engine is running or is hot.
• Be careful not to admit dust, dirt, water or other foreign objects into the fuel.
• Wipe o spilt fuel thoroughly before starting engine.
• Ensure you DO NOT fuel the lawn mower in close proximity to any open
ames, lit cigarettes, or hot objects.
1. Unscrew the fuel tank cap (26) and pour fresh
unleaded fuel into the tank with the aid of a
funnel. (Fig W )
2. Fill the tank to approximately 2.5 cm below the
lowest portion of the neck to allow for fuel
expansion. Be careful not to overll or spill any
fuel. If this happens, wipe the spill with a
clean rag.
3. Start the engine at least 3 metres away from the area where the fuel tank
has been lled in order to avoid the risk of re.
U.
W.
Preparing for Operation Operation
Adjusting the Cutting Height
The mower has one lever to easily adjust the
cutting height. There are 8 height settings.
NOTE: Always try to adjust the cutting height of
the lawn mower while positioned on the area of
grass you plan to mow.
It is recommended to start on a higher setting and
mow a trial area of lawn before deciding on the
nal cutting height position. Then readjust if
necessary.
1. To increase the cutting height pull the height
adjustment lever (18) outward towards the
wheel, and move it up a notch, towards the rear
of the lawn mower. (Fig X)
2. To decrease the cutting height pull the height
adjustment lever (18) outward towards the wheel,
and move it down a notch, towards the engine. (Fig Y)
3. After adjustment, ensure the lever is fully located in the selected notch.
V.
L (LOW)
H (HIGH)
X.
Y.
INCREASE
DECREASE
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