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Masport AB107 Owner's Manual

Masport AB107 Owner's Manual

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RIDE-ON LAWNMOWER
OWNER'S
MANUAL
www.masport.com
IMPORTANT:
Keep these instructions and the engine booklet in a safe place for future reference.
They contain important information about your mower.

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  • Page 1 RIDE-ON LAWNMOWER OWNER’S MANUAL www.masport.com IMPORTANT: Keep these instructions and the engine booklet in a safe place for future reference. They contain important information about your mower.
  • Page 2 1.3a...
  • Page 3 1.3b...
  • Page 4 3.3.1a 3.3.1b 3.3.1c...
  • Page 5 3.3.1d 3.3.1e...
  • Page 6 3.3.1f 3.3.1g 3.4.1...
  • Page 7 6.2.2...
  • Page 8 6.3.3a 6.3.6a 6.3.6b...
  • Page 9 6.3.7a 6.3.7b 6.3.7c 6.3.7d...
  • Page 10 6.3.8 6.3.9a 6.3.9b...
  • Page 11 6.3.9c 6.3.10 6.3.11...
  • Page 12 6.3.13 6.3.15...

  • Page 14: About This Manual

    ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual should guide you through, in the most simple way possible, the safe installation, operation and maintenance of your machine and provide information about its options and capabilities. It is therefore intended for all persons that will come into contact with the machine during its installation, operation and maintenance.

  • Page 15: Technical Information

    1.1 | USE The AB107 CHALLENGE is a two-axle self-propelled riding mower designed for mowing even, maintained grass areas with a maximum vegetation height of 10 cm, e.g. in parks, gardens and sports fields, possibly on minor slopes, on which there are no foreign objects (fallen branches, rocks, solid items, etc.).
  • Page 16 ► LABELS ON THE FAIRING UNDER THE SEAT (B) AND (C) Do not touch Follow the Do not leave Danger during oper- manual when the machine ation repairing when driving Caution, Do not mow Do not take Read the deflected near other on passen- manual...

  • Page 17: Technical Parameters

    ► LABEL AT THE BRAKE PEDAL (I) Brake 1.3.b It is strictly forbidden to remove or damage labels and symbols attached to the mower. In the event of damage or illegibility of the label, please contact the supplier or machine manufacturer and request a replacement. 1.4 | TECHNICAL PARAMETERS BASIC PARAMETERS DIMENSIONS...

  • Page 18: General Safety Instructions

    2 │ WORK SAFETY AND HEALTH Riding mowers model number AB107 under the brand name CHALLENGE are manufactured according to valid European safety norms. The machine's manufacturer confirms this fact in the Statement of compliance, which is included at the end of this user's manual ( 10).

  • Page 19: While Operating The Machine

    2.1.4 WHILE OPERATING THE MACHINE ! The machine must not be used for work on slopes that have an incline greater than 12° (21%). ! Transport of other passengers, animals or loads directly on the machine is forbidden. Transport of loads is only permitted on trailers approved by the machine's manufacturer.

  • Page 20: Child Safety

    2.3 | CHILD SAFETY If the riding mower operator is not prepared for the presence of children then a tragic accident may happen. The movement of a riding mower attracts the attention of children. Never assume that children will remain in the location where you last saw them. ! Do not allow children without supervision in areas where you are mowing grass.

  • Page 21: Preparation For Putting Into Operation

    3 │ PREPARATION FOR PUTTING INTO OPERATION 3.1 | UNPACKING AND INSPECTING THE CONTENTS The riding mower is supplied wooden crate cover. For transportation reasons some machine assemblies are disassembled at the production plant and it is necessary to install them before putting the machine into operation. The unpacking and preparation for operation is performed by the seller within the scope of the pre-sale service.

  • Page 22: Checking The Battery

    d) CONNECT THE BATTERY: ► Loosen the bolts on the pole terminals of the battery. ► Place the red wire on the (+) pole of the battery and secure in place with the bolt. ► Place the brown wire on the (-) pole of the battery and secure in place with the bolt. 3.3.1d Connecting the wires in opposite to that described above will damage the machine.
  • Page 23 Procedure for filling up: ► Open the fuel tank lid. Open it slowly because there may be overpressure in the fuel tank caused by petrol vapours. ► Insert a suitable funnel into the fuel tank opening and start to pour the fuel from the canister. The fuel level must under no condition be above the bottom level of the filler.

  • Page 24: Operating The Machine

    4 │ OPERATING THE MACHINE 4.1 | LOCATION OF THE MAIN CONTROL ELEMENTS AND INDICATORS (1) Throttle lever (2) Brake pedal and parking brake indicator light (3) Motor hours counter (4) Deactivation of the mowing deck disengagement for reversing (5) Mowing deck engagement switch (6) Main power switch (7) Forward drive pedal 4.1a...
  • Page 25 (3) MOTOR HOURS COUNTER The motor hours counter implicitly displays the total number of motor hours. If the counter is equipped with a Mode button, its function is as follows: By pressing the Mode button you gradually switch between the following maintenance functions: TMR 1 - individual trip counter.
  • Page 26 (6) MAIN POWER SWITCH Serves to start up / shut off the engine. It has the following 4 positions: Ignition off / turn off the ignition STOP STOP Turn on / turn off the headlights on the hood Ignition on, the engine is running. Start engine –...
  • Page 27 (10) CHOKE (optional accessory) Enables the starting of a cold engine. It is located on the dashboard next to the throttle lever. Machines with BS17 and Loncin engines are equipped with a separate choke. (11) PARKING BRAKE LEVER The parking brake has two positions. In position (0) the brake is not active, after shifting to position (1) while stepping down on brake pedal the parking brake is activated (will brake).

  • Page 28: Starting Up The Engine

    5 │ OPERATION AND HANDLING OF THE MACHINE Information which it is good to know before the riding mower is first turned on: ► The riding mower is equipped with safety contacts, which are engaged by: - a switch located under the seat - a brake pedal switch ►...

  • Page 29: Turning Off The Engine

    5.3 | TURNING OFF THE ENGINE a) Move the throttle lever to position "MIN". If the mowing deck is activated, deactivate it by pushing down the switch. Turn off the engine by moving the key to position "STOP" and take the key out of the ignition. If the engine is overheated, allow it to run for a while at minimum speed.

  • Page 30: Driving The Machine

    5.4.4 SETTING THE SIDE DISCHARGE COVER ON THE MOWING DECK The side discharge cover has two work positions. The first position results in a shorter ejection distance of grass clippings, the second position in a longer ejection distance. The positions are set using the lever (1) on the side discharge cover. It is possible to lift the side discharge cover upwards to clean it out.
  • Page 31 5.5.4 TRAVELLING ON A SLOPE Right The AB107 riding mower may work on slopes with an incline of up to 12° (21%). When working on a slope it is necessary to adhere to the following fundamentals: ► Pay increased attention when travelling on a slope.

  • Page 32: Maintenance And Adjustment

    6 │ MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Properly performed regular maintenance and inspection of the riding mower helps to increase its problem-free operating lifetime. Worn or damaged parts must be replaced in time. When replacing parts use only original spare parts, using non-original parts may damage the machine, endanger the health of the driver or other persons and during the warranty period it voids the warranty.
  • Page 33 (continued) INTERVAL ASSEMBLY ACTIVITY Air filter and spark plugs Inspection, replacement if necessary 6.3.2 AFTER 50 HOURS Lubrication Lubrication of parts according to lubrication plan Engine, transmission, AFTER 100 HOURS Inspection and adjustment of motion electromagnetic transmission Tyres Inspection of pressure 6.2.1 MONTHLY Mowing deck...

  • Page 34: Daily Checks And Maintenance

    6.2 | DAILY CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE Before starting any maintenance or repair works, thoroughly reacquaint yourself with all instructions, restrictions and recommendations in this user's manual. Always remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the spark plug cables before performing any cleaning, maintenance or repairs.
  • Page 35 ► Mowing deck: - wash the outer and inner parts of the side discharge cover - slide a hose of a suitable diameter on to the fittings on the mowing deck cover. Start the engine, engage the 6.2.2 mowing deck and flush out the mowing deck with a current of water for 10 minutes. ►...

  • Page 36: Replacing Light Bulbs

    ► MAINTENANCE OF THE SPARK PLUG For the engine to run perfectly the spark plug must be correctly set and clean from deposits. Always use only the spark plug specified by the engine's manufacturer! If the engine was running shortly before the inspection or replacement, then the spark plug will be very hot. So be very careful not to burn yourself.

  • Page 37: Replacing Blades

    6.3.6 MOWING DECK - SHARPENING AND REPLACING THE BLADES ► SHARPENING THE BLADES The mowing blades must be sharp, statically balanced and straight. Blunt, incorrectly sharpened or damaged mowing blades cause grass to be torn out of the ground, damage to lawns and mediocre collection of mowed grass in the grass catcher. Do not repair a blade that is deformed or otherwise damaged, replace it immediately.
  • Page 38 ► CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE ABOVE-GROUND HEIGHT OF THE DECK To achieve the best mowing results the mowing deck must be set at the correct mowing height and both sides of the deck must be level. Therefore, regularly check the distances A, B and C ( 6.3.7b).

  • Page 39: Replacing Belts

    6.3.10 MAINTENANCE OF STEERING Regularly check that there is not excessive looseness between the cogged steering segment and the steering wheel pinion. If higher looseness is identified, it is necessary to limit it. Procedure for limiting (adjusting) looseness: ► Lift the hood. ►...
  • Page 40 6.3.16 OVERVIEW OF THE TIGHTENING TORQUE OF BOLT CONNECTIONS Mowing deck: Torque 30 ± 3 Nm Central blade bolt 45 - 55 Nm Nuts M12 on the mowing drive pulleys Steering: 15 - 25 Nm Bolt M8x30 of the steering segment 45 - 55 Nm M12 nut of steering segment Engine:...
  • Page 41 7 | REPAIRING MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS Do not perform any repairs if you do not have the appropriate technical equipment and qualifications. The repairs described below may be performed by the user of the machine. Other repairs performed by the user that are not specified here will void the warranty.
  • Page 42 PROBLEMS WITH TRAVEL PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY A "SCREECHING" ► Check the condition of the belts and the tensioning Worn out or damaged belts, guide or SOUND IS MADE pulleys. If the problem persists, immediately contact tensioning pulleys WHEN TRAVELLING an authorised service centre.
  • Page 43 MOWING DECK PROBLEMS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY ► Grass and dirt accumulated inside the Remove the dirt from the underside of the mowing mowing deck deck. ► Check the condition of the blades and sharpen or Blunt or deformed blades THE MOWING DECK replace as necessary ( 6.3.6)
  • Page 44 MOWING DECK PROBLEMS (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Remedy ► Check the condition of the belt. Perhaps the belt Damaged mowing deck drive belt jumped out of the belt pulley or it was damaged. Replace it if necessary. ► Check the tension of the drive belt ( 6.3.8) and The drive belt is insufficiently tensioned tension it if necessary.

  • Page 45: Ordering Spare Parts

    OTHER PROBLEMS THE MACHINE CANNOT BE PUSHED ► The by-pass lever is in the incorrect Check the position of the by-pass lever (must not be in OR ONLY WITH position position "0"). DIFFICULTY THE MACHINE IS HARD TO STEER OR ►...
  • Page 46 8 | POST-SEASONAL MAINTENANCE, PUTTING THE MACHINE OUT OF OPERATION After the end of the season or if you will not be using your riding mower for more than 30 days, make sure to prepare your machine for storage as soon as possible. If fuel remains in the petrol tank without movement for more than 30 days, a sticky deposit may form, which can have a negative effect on the carburettor and cause poor engine operation.

  • Page 47: Disposal Of The Machine

    9 | DISPOSAL OF THE MACHINE After the operational life of the machine is over, the owner of the machine is responsible for its disposal. This may be performed in two ways: a) Hand the machine over to a specialised company (scrap yard, secondary waste collection point, etc.). You will receive documented confirmation of the handover for disposal.

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