This document is an instruction manual for the Sovereign 129.2cc 40cm Hand Push Petrol Lawnmower, model XSS40H2, item number 484341. It provides comprehensive information on assembly, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety warnings for domestic use.
Function Description
The Sovereign Hand Push Petrol Lawnmower is designed for domestic lawn mowing. Its primary function is to cut grass using a rotating blade powered by a petrol engine. The user pushes the mower to operate it, and it features a grass collection bag to gather cuttings. The manual emphasizes that any use other than domestic lawn mowing is considered contrary to its intended purpose.
Important Technical Specifications
- Engine Type: Single cylinder 4-stroke
- Engine Displacement: 129.2 cm³
- Nominal Power: 1.9 kW
- Engine Max. Power: 2.1 kW / 3600 rpm
- Max. Operation Engine Speed: 2900/min
- Cutting Width: 40 cm
- Grass Bag Capacity: 45 L
- Ignition: T.C.I
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 0.9 L
- Oil Tank Capacity: 0.4 L
- Sound Pressure Level: 81 dB(A), Kp=3.0 dB(A)
- Sound Power Level: 96 dB(A)
- Vibration: Left: 4.48 m/s², Right: 4.97 m/s²
- Spark Type: LD K7TC
- Net Weight: 23 kg
Usage Features
The lawnmower offers several features to facilitate its use:
- Hand Push Operation: The mower is manually pushed by the user, providing control over its movement.
- Adjustable Cutting Height: The cutting height can be adjusted to one of five positions by pulling a lever towards the wheel and moving it forward or backward. This allows users to select the desired grass length. The manual advises against using the lowest cutting height for the first cut of the season or in drought conditions, recommending to cut only about one-third of the grass height.
- Grass Collection Bag: A 45-liter grass collection bag is included to gather grass cuttings, ensuring a tidy lawn. The bag is attached to a frame with plastic hooks and hooks onto the mower via a safety flap.
- Primer Bulb: For starting a cold engine, the primer bulb needs to be pressed 3-5 times to ensure sufficient fuel. For warm engines, the primer is generally not needed unless the engine stopped due to a lack of petrol.
- Start/Stop Bar: The engine is started by pulling the start/stop bar towards the user and then pulling the starter handle briskly. Releasing the start/stop bar stops the engine.
- Fuel and Oil Requirements: The mower requires unleaded fuel and high-quality detergent oil classified as SAE 30 (or equivalent, e.g., 5W 30, 4 Stroke lawn mower oil). The fuel tank has a capacity of 900ml, and the oil tank has a capacity of 400ml. It is crucial to fill the engine with 400ml of SAE 30 oil before the first start to prevent irreparable damage and warranty invalidation.
- Safety Features: The manual highlights several safety warnings, including the need to read all instructions, wear substantial footwear and long trousers, inspect the area for objects that could be thrown, refuel outdoors without smoking, avoid operating in confined spaces due to carbon monoxide fumes, mow in daylight or good artificial light, avoid wet grass, maintain sure footing on slopes, walk (never run), and mow across slopes (never up and down). It also warns against operating with defective guards or without safety devices, changing engine governor settings, and touching rotating blades. The blade continues to rotate for a period after the machine is switched off.
Maintenance Features
The manual provides a detailed maintenance schedule and instructions to ensure the longevity and safe operation of the lawnmower:
- Routine Maintenance: Regular maintenance includes keeping all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
- Engine Oil Change: The engine oil should be changed after the first 5 hours of use and then at the end of every season. Instructions are provided for draining used oil and refilling with fresh oil (400ml SAE 30 or equivalent).
- Spark Plug Maintenance: The spark plug should be checked, cleaned, and replaced according to the maintenance schedule. Instructions include pulling off the boot, removing the plug with a socket spanner, cleaning with a wire brush, setting the gap to 0.7mm with a feeler gauge, and carefully reinstalling.
- Air Filter Maintenance: The air filter should be cleaned and replaced as per the schedule. Instructions detail how to loosen the fastener, open the cover, remove the filter, tap it gently to loosen debris, and replace if excessively dirty. Running the engine without the air filter element installed is warned against.
- Blade Maintenance: The cutting blade should be regularly checked for wear or damage. It is recommended to renew the metal blade after 50 hours of mowing or 2 years, whichever comes sooner. Instructions are provided for removing and replacing the blade, emphasizing the use of gloves and caution due to sharp edges. The blade carrier is designed to break under heavy impact to protect the machine and should be replaced if this occurs.
- Cleaning: The machine should be kept clean and well lubricated. The chute and underside of the deck should be cleared of wet debris. The manual advises against cleaning the lawnmower with a water jet or high-pressure cleaner and to avoid aggressive cleaning agents or solvents.
- Storage:
- Short Periods: For short-term storage, the engine should be allowed to cool, the grass bag emptied, debris cleaned from under the deck, and the mower stored on a flat, level surface in a safe place.
- Extended Periods (over 6 weeks or end of season): Storage maintenance involves emptying the petrol tank (using a suction pump or tipping method), running the engine until all remaining petrol is used up, changing the oil, removing the spark plug, filling the cylinder with approx. 20ml of oil, slowly pulling the starter handle to bathe the cylinder wall with oil, screwing the spark plug back in, cleaning cooling fins and housing, and storing in a well-ventilated place. Adding Briggs & Stratton FUEL FIT to the fuel is suggested as an alternative to prevent contaminated fuel.
- Troubleshooting Guide: A table is provided to help diagnose and resolve common issues such as loud running/vibrations, engine not starting, unsteady engine, and uneven mowing results, with possible causes and solutions.
Safety Warnings and Symbols
The manual includes various safety warnings and symbols:
- General Warning Symbol (!): Indicates general warnings and instructions to be read.
- Danger/Warning Symbol (Triangle with exclamation mark): Signifies a warning, emphasizing the importance of reading all safety warnings and instructions to prevent fire, serious injury, or death.
- Hot Surfaces Symbol: Indicates that hot surfaces will burn fingers or palms.
- Exhaust Gas Warning Symbol: Warns that lawnmower exhaust gas contains toxic substances and advises against running the engine in closed or poorly ventilated areas.
- Rotating Blade Warning Symbol (STOP): Indicates that the blade continues to rotate after the machine is switched off and advises against touching the blade until all components have stopped.
- Read Instruction Handbook Symbol: Instructs users to read the handbook before operating.
- Keep Bystanders Away Symbol: Advises to keep bystanders away from the operating area.
- Beware of Sharp Blades Symbol: Warns of sharp blades and instructs to remove the spark plug lead before maintenance.
- No Naked Flames Symbol: Prohibits naked flames near the mower, especially during refueling.
- PPE Symbol: Indicates that appropriate ear, eye, and head protection (PPE) must be worn.
- CE Mark: Signifies compliance with applicable European directives.
- Sound Level Symbol (LWA 96 dB): Indicates the sound power level in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC.
Warranty and Support
The product comes with a 12-month warranty from the date of purchase, covering manufacturer defects in materials, workmanship, and finish under normal use. Claims require proof of purchase. The warranty is in addition to statutory rights under the UK Consumer Rights Act 2015 and excludes damage from misuse or neglect, applying only to domestic use.
Technical support and parts are available via a dedicated UK-based customer helpline (01904 727509), open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat-Sun 11am-4pm. Email support is also available at support@gardenservicecentre.co.uk. Further resources, including assembly, starting, and maintenance videos, and spare parts ordering, can be found at www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk.
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