Mountfield HP183 - Storage; After Each Use; Long Term

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ENGINE
An engine Manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual is supplied with your mower.
Please read this, it provides detailed information on engine operation, maintenance and battery care. Repair work
other than routine maintenance, should be carried out by an authorised dealer.
STORAGE
A little time spent on your mower after use will ensure many years of reliable mowing.
To access the underside of the cutter deck, ensure that the spark plug lead is disconnected. Then lift the front wheels
by lowering the handle until it rests on the ground. Do not tip the mower onto its side, as this will ood the air lter
with oil. Failure to maintain and care for your engine may invalidate the machine guarantee. Please see the guarantee
statement for full terms and conditions.
AFTER EACH USE
• Remove any grass pulp from the underside of the cutter deck using a non-metallic instrument such as a piece of
wood. Take care not to damage the paintwork.
• Examine the cutter blade for any damage. A damaged blade may upset the balance of your mower and cause
excessive vibration. If in doubt refer to your dealer.
• Inspect the grass collector and clean it if necessary. If the mesh becomes clogged airow will be reduced and impair
grass collection.
• The handle can be folded down to reduce the amount of storage space required. Take care not to trap any of the
operating cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
• Store the mower in a clean, dry area well away from any naked ames, sparks or heat source
LONG TERM - (if you are not using your mower for more than 28 days)
• Give the machine a thorough clean, paying particular attention to the underside
• Lubricate all moving parts
• At the end of the season, empty the fuel tank either by running the mower out of fuel or tip the machine backwards and
onto the back right wheel to drain the fuel into a suitable container.
FAULT FINDING
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Engine will not start
Check there is ample clean, fresh fuel in the tank. Any stale fuel needs to be drained
from the machine.
Check the cutter blade is not fouling the ground preventing free rotation.
Check the petrol ller cap isn’t on too tightly - it should only be nger tight.
Engine will not stop
Check the Operator Presence Control (OPC) lever is fully released.
Remove spark plug lead to stop the engine using insulated gloves and refer to dealer.
Engine smokes Engine may be overlled with oil or may have been tipped.
Engine running unevenly
Check the petrol ller cap isn’t too tight - it should only be nger tight. If fuel is over 28
days old it has gone stale and will need replacing.
Failure to cut grass
properly
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead using heat resistant gloves.
Check blade attachment bolt is tight.
Check condition of blade.If seriously worn or damaged replace with a new one.
Failure to collect grass
properly
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead using heat resistant gloves
Check and make sure there is no build up of grass inside the casing.
Check grass collector is allowing air to ow through the fabric. If it is clogged
it should be washed carefully.
If the grass collector is not clogged raise the height of cut to increase airow.
Check to ensure the engine is running at the correct speed (approximately 3,000rpm)
If conditions are too severe to use the grass collector, remove it and work with the
deector in position
Machine vibrates
excessively
This will certainly indicate that the blade has become badly damaged. Stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug lead and examine the blade assembly. Refer to your local dealer.