Storing the Lawnmower for Short Periods
The lawnmower can be stored for short periods of time (less than 15 days) without
performing any storage maintenance. Before placing the lawnmower into storage always
carry out the following:
1. Allow the engine to fully cool.
2. Ensure the grass bag is empty.
3. Clean all debris from under the mower deck.
4. Store the lawnmower on flat and level surface with the mower upright.
5. Store in a safe pi ace which is not accessible by children or people who are not
familiar with operation.
STARTING THE LAWNMOWER
1 .Pull the start/brake lever towards the handle and hold it there (Fig. 25 - point 1).
2. Press the START/STOP button (Fig. 25 - point 2).
3. To turn off the engine, release the Start/brake lever.
Storing the Lawn mower for Extended Periods
If the lawn mower is to be place into storage for more than 15 days, storage
maintenance must be performed on the lawnmower. If the following steps are
not carried out, when you next operate the lawnmower, it may not start correctly
and may need to be serviced.
CAUTION Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed areas, near fire or
when smoking. Petrol fumes can cause explosions and fire