GMC RL504 Instruction Manual

GMC RL504 Instruction Manual

4hp petrol lawn mower

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4HP
PETROL

LAWN MOWER

RL504
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Code: RL504 IM
Date: 070421
Edition: 13
Op: GM

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    PETROL LAWN MOWER RL504 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Black Magenta Code: RL504 IM Cyan Yellow Date: 070421 Edition: 13 Op: GM...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warranty Introduction Description of symbols Specifications Safety rules for petrol lawn mowers Unpacking Contents of carton Know your product Assembly Cutting height adjustment Brake lever Fuelling Checking the oil Starting the engine Stopping the engine Mowing advice Emptying the grass catcher Replacing the blades Maintenance Warranty Power Tools...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.
  • Page 4: Specifications

    Read the instructions carefully. Get familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment. • Only use the lawn mower for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. for cutting and collecting grass. Any other use can be hazardous, causing damage to the machine.
  • Page 5 Exercise extreme caution when pulling the lawn-mower towards you. • Stop the blade if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.
  • Page 6: Unpacking

    • Check the blade’s balance after sharpening. • For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with worn or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your safety. •...
  • Page 7: Know Your Product

    Know your product 1. Handle bar 2. Lower handle 3. Throttle Lever 4. Discharge guard 5. Grass catcher 6. Height adjustment lever 7. Fuel tank cap 8. Oil filler cap 9. Recoil starter 10. Spark plug cap 11. Air filter 12.
  • Page 8: Assembly

    Assembly It is necessary to fit the lower handle (2), handle bar (1), and catcher (5) to the mower. Assembling the catcher 1. The grass catcher (5) is supplied in two sections. Locate the top half on top of the bottom half and interlock them together by aligning the lugs and slots and pushing the halves together until...
  • Page 9: Brake Lever

    Checking the oil CAUTION. The lawn mower is shipped without oil. Do not start your lawn mower before ensuring it has been filled with the right amount of correct grade oil. Refer to the oil recommendations section of the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual for this information.
  • Page 10: Stopping The Engine

    Do not pull the cord with a jerk or release it until fully rewound. 5. Once the lawn mower has started and warmed up move the throttle lever to the Run position while continuing to hold the brake lever.
  • Page 11: Emptying The Grass Catcher

    12. If the blades do come into contact with something or the mower starts to vibrate stop the engine immediately, remove the spark plug lead and inspect to see if there is any damage. Emptying the grass catcher Note. Before making any adjustment or maintenance procedures to the mower ensure it is turned off and the spark plug lead is removed.
  • Page 12 GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au.

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