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Mountfield SP53H - Start-Up; Models with Manual Start Handgrip; Models with Push-Button Electric Start; Operation

Mountfield SP53H
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EN
1. Start the machine

2. Operate the drive
lever.
3. 
lever.
2. The wheels should
move the machine
forward.
3. The wheels should
stop and the machine
stops moving forward.
Test driving No abnormal vibrations.
No abnormal sound.
If any of the results fail to match the indications
provided in the tables, do not use the machine! Contact
an Authorised Mounteld Service Dealer to have it
checked and repaired if necessary.
6.3 START- UP
NOTE Start up the machine on a at surface without
obstacles or high grass.
6.3.1 Models with manual start handgrip

NOTE The engine brake lever must be kept pulled to
prevent the engine stopping.
6.3.2 Models with push-button electric start
command 
Insert the supplied battery into the relative engine
compartment (


in the engine manual).
An engine with non-removable built-in battery is included
on some models (

).
NOTE The engine brake lever must be kept pulled to
prevent the engine stopping.
6.4 OPERATION
IMPORTANT When working, always keep a safe
distance from the cutting blade, given by the length of the
handle.
6.4.1 Grass cutting
1. Start moving forward and mowing the grass area.
2. 

and the amount of grass to be cut.
3. It is recommended to always cut at the same height

For mulching or rear grass discharge:
Never cut more than one third of the total grass height


For side discharge: avoid discharging the cut grass
from the side of the lawn yet to be mown.
6.4.2 Grass catcher emptying
For grass catcher with bag full warning indicator:
Lifted = empty. Lowered = full*.
shows when the grass catcher is full and needs to be
emptied.
To remove and empty the grass catcher:
1. 
2. 
6.5 STOP 
After having stopped the machine, it will take a few
seconds for the cutting blade to stop.
Do not touch the engine after stopping it. Risk of
burns.
IMPORTANT Always stop the machine.
When moving between work areas.
When driving on grass free surfaces.
Close to an obstacle.
Before adjusting the cutting height.
Any time the grass catcher is removed or retted.
Any time the side discharge chute (if available) is
removed or retted.
6.6 AFTER USE 
1. 
2. 
tighten any slack screws and bolts.
IMPORTANT Any time the machine is inactive or
unattended:
Remove the spark plug cap (for models with manual start
handgrip)(Fig.23.B/C).
Press the tab and remove the safety key (for models with
push-button electric start) (Fig.23.D).
7. MAINTENANCE
7.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Comply with these instructions to avoid serious
risks or hazards:
Before commencing any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustments on the machine:
Stop the machine.
Make sure that any moving component has stopped.
Wait until the engine cools down.
Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 23.B).
Remove the key (Fig.23.D) (for models with
push-button electric start).
Read the relevant instructions.
Use suitable clothing, protective gloves and
goggles.

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