Mountfield HP470 Operating Instructions Manual

Lawnmowers with briggs & stratton engine

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Please Read These Instructions
Before Using Your Mower

Operating Instructions

HP470 & SP470 Lawnmowers
with Briggs & Stratton engine
Call our Helpline if you have any problems:
for model
Helpline Number
0870 240 2114
Product Codes:
299164623/BQ
297264623/BQ

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Please Read These Instructions Before Using Your Mower Operating Instructions HP470 & SP470 Lawnmowers with Briggs & Stratton engine Call our Helpline if you have any problems: Helpline Number 0870 240 2114 for model Product Codes: 299164623/BQ 297264623/BQ...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Thank you for purchasing a Mountfield lawnmower. This machine will give you many years os safe and reliable service if operated in accordance with these instructions. Please read and understand these Operating instructions before using your mower, failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 3: Equipment Identification Label

    14) Start the engine carefully, following the instructions and keeping feet well away from the blade. 15) Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine. Start the engine on a flat surface that is free of obstacles and tall grass. 16) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
  • Page 4: How To Get Mowing

    HOW TO GET MOWING YourMountfield lawnmower does not contain petrol or oil and these must be added before use. Running the mower with insufficient oil can cause serious damage to the engine and will invalidate your warranty. NEVER TIP THE MOWER ON ITS SIDE AS THIS WILL FLOOD THE AIR FILTER WITH OIL. To access the underside, lift thefront wheels by lowering the handle unitl it rests on the ground.
  • Page 5: Description Of Controls

    2. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS The blade brake is controlled by the lever (1), which should be held against the handle when starting and using the lawnmower. The engine stops when the lever is released. In the power-driven models, pull the lever (1) towards the handle for forward movement.
  • Page 6: Grass Cutting

    3. GRASS CUTTING Lift the stone-guard and attach the grass-catcher (1) cor- rectly as shown in the drawing. To start the engine, follow the instructions in the engine booklet and then pull the blade brake lever (1) towards the han- dle and give a sharp pull on the starter cable knob (2).
  • Page 7: Routine Maintenance

    4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT – Regular, careful maintenance is essential for keeping the safety level and original performance of the machine unchanged in time. Store the lawnmower in a dry place. 1) Wear strong working gloves during any cleaning, maintenance or adjustment operation on the machine. 2) Carefully clean the machines with water after each cut;...
  • Page 8: Service Record

    All repairs must be carried out by an autho- rised Mountfield dealer. Delivery and collection of the machine is the owner's responsibility and not covered under the terms of this guarantee.

This manual is also suitable for:

Sp470

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