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– the blades engaged.
Connect a water hose to each of the pipe fittings one at a time and run water through each one for a few minutes,
with the blades moving. When washing, the cutting deck should be lowered right down. Take off the grass-catcher,
empty and rinse it, and then put it in a position where it can dry quickly.
5.4.9 Storage and inactivity for long periods
If you intend not to use the machine for a long period (more than 1 month), disconnect the
battery cables and follow the instructions in the engine manual.
Empty the fuel tank by disconnecting the tube situated at the inlet of the fuel filter and follow
the instructions in the engine manual. Ensure there is no potential for ignition sparks before
proceeding. Proceed with caution.
REMOVE GRASS AND DEBRIS FROM AROUND THE ENGINE & EXHAUST
This prevents the engine overheating and removes a potential hazard of dried debris catching fire. Put the machine
away in a dry, sheltered place and preferably covered with a cloth.
The battery must be kept in a cool and dry place. Before a long storage period (more than 1 month),
always charge the battery, and then recharge before using again. The next time the machine is used, check that
there are no fuel leaks from the tubes, fuel stopcock or carburetor.
5.4.10 Circuit protection device
The electronic circuit board has a self-resetting protector which breaks the circuit if there is a fault in the electrical
system. It results in the stopping of the engine and the switching off of the lamp. The circuit automatically resets
after a few seconds, but the cause of the fault should be identified and corrected to avoid reactivating the
protection device.
To avoid activating the protection device:
– do not invert the leads on the battery terminals;
– do not use the machine without its battery or damage may be caused to the charging regulator
– do not cause short circuits.
5.4.11 Summary of main steps to follow when using the machine
To… You must…
Start the engine
Open the fuel stopcock, ensure that all the conditions
allowing starting are met,
and then turn the key
Go forward
push the pedal right down, engage the gear and then
gradually release the pedal.
Brake or stop
Reduce the engine speed and press the brake pedal.
Reverse
Stop the machine; put into neutral, push the pedal right
down, engage reverse, and
then gradually release the pedal.
Cut the grass
Fit the discharge guard; apply the throttle; engage the
blades; adjust the cutting height,
push the pedal right down, engage the gear and then gradually release the pedal.
Finish mowing
Disengage the blades and reduce the engine speed.
Stop the engine
Reduce the engine speed, wait a few seconds, turn the
key and close the fuel
stopcock.
Store the machine
( 5.4.9)
Engage the parking brake, remove the key and,
if necessary, wash the machine, the inside of the
cutting deck, the collector channel and the grass-
catcher
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