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Operator ′ s manual M48 Pro M53 S Pro Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
WARNING! A lawn mower is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or incorrectly and can cause serious, even fatal injuries. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator's manual.
... General safety precautions ... General working instructions ... WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the lawn mower? M48 Pro... What is what on the lawn mower? M53 S Pro ... ASSEMBLY Fitting the handlebar ... Dismantling and assembling the cutter ...
• Cutting equipment Cutting cover and protective cover On lawn mower M53 S Pro there is a protective cover mounted over the drive's gearbox. The protective cover is designed to reduce the risk of crush injuries and to catch a broken drive belt.
Check that the protective cover is undamaged and that it is properly secured. Checking the brake trigger Place the lawn mower on firm, flat surface and start it. Make sure that the cutter cannot come into contact with the ground or other objects. See the instructions under the heading Start and stop.
General safety precautions • A lawn mower is only designed to mow lawns. The only accessories you can use with this engine unit are the cutters we recommend in the Technical data chapter. •...
4 Check that the muffler is securely attached and not damaged. 5 Check that all parts of the lawn mower are tightened correctly and that they are not damaged or missing. 6 Check that the cutter is undamaged and not cracked.
This can make the cutter dull and bend the engine shaft. • Never lift up the lawn mower or carry it around when the engine is running. If you must lift the lawn mower, first switch off the engine and disconnect the ignition lead from the spark plug.
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Shut down the engine before changing the cutting height. Set the cutting height using the cutting height control on the right-hand side of the lawn mower. On lawn mowers with the type designation M48 Pro, proceed as follows: • To raise the cutting height move the lever to the left and then forward.
What is what on the lawn mower? M48 Pro 1 Handle / handlebar 2 Vibration damper 3 Engine brake handle 4 Starter handle 5 Throttle control/choke control 6 Cutting height control 7 Fuel tank 8 Muffler 9 Spark plug 10 –...
What is what on the lawn mower? M53 S Pro 1 Handle / handlebar 2 Vibration damper 3 Engine brake handle 4 Throttle control/choke control 5 Starter handle 6 Clutch lever 7 Cutting height control 8 Fuel tank 9 Muffler...
The ignition lead should always be removed from the spark plug before repair, cleaning or maintenance work. 12 – English ASSEMBLY Always empty the fuel tank before you place the lawn mower on its side. Dismantling • Unscrew the bolt holding the cutter.
If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned. Engine oil Check the oil level before starting the lawn mower. A too low oil level can cause serious damage to the engine. •...
STARTING AND STOPPING Starting and stopping WARNING! Note the following before starting: Do not start a lawn mower unless the cutter and all covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise the cutter could come loose and cause personal injuries. Always move the machine away from the refuelling area before starting.
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STARTING AND STOPPING Drive The model M53 S Pro is a self-propelled machine with the drive on the front wheels. To use the drive on the wheel pull the clutch lever towards you. Stopping Set the throttle control in the idling position. Stop the engine by releasing the engine brake handle.
Maintenance WARNING! Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug. Air filter The air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid: •...
Cutter WARNING! Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cutting attachment. The blades are very sharp and can easily cause cuts. It is important to have a sharp and correctly balanced cutter. Loosen the bolt holding the cutter and leave the cutter at a service workshop at least once a year for grinding and balancing.
Daily maintenance 1 Check that the engine brake handle works safely. 2 Brush leaves, grass and the like off of the lawn mower. 3 Clean the air intake on the starter. Check the starter and starter cord. 4 Check the oil level.
Drive Speed, km/h Note 1: Noise emissions in the environment measured as sound power (L Note 2: Vibrations measured according to EN836 : 1997/A2:2001 TECHNICAL DATA M48 Pro Transistor NGK - BPR6ES 0,7 - 0,8 0,55 Service classification SG - SJ;...
Höörs Plåt, Box 76, SE-243 22 Höör, Sweden, tel: +46-413-29600, declares under sole responsibility that the lawn mowers Husqvarna M48 Pro and M53 S Pro from the serial numbers 030600001 and onwards comply with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE: of May 3, 1989 ”relating to electromagnetic compatibility”...
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