Clarke CLM420PR Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Clarke CLM420PR Operating & Maintenance Instructions

Clarke CLM420PR Operating & Maintenance Instructions

Rotary lawn mower

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ROTARY LAWN MOWER
MODEL Nos.
CLM420PR & CLM490SR
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
0100
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  • Page 1 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL Nos. CLM420PR & CLM490SR OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 0100...
  • Page 2 WARNING! not used properly, this lawn mower can be dangerous! This lawn mower can cause serious Injury to the operator and others, the warnings and safety instructions MUST be followed to ensure reasonable safety and efficiency when in use. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety instructions in this manual and on the lawn mower.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    GUARANTEE This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT! Read the user instructions carefully to make sure you understand all the controls and what they do. A. General NEVER allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. Only use the lawn mower in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.
  • Page 5 D. When in Use Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect. Use the lawn mower only in daylight or good artificial Iight. Avoid operating your lawn mower on wet grass, wherever possible. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
  • Page 6 Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure the lawn mower is in safe working condition. Check the grass box frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety (consult your Clarke dealer). Only use the replacement blade, blade bolt, and spacer specified for this product (consult your Clarke dealer).
  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Lower Handles 1. Insert lower handles into holes provided in the body (Fig.2) 2. Push the handle firmly down until the handle collars locate securely into the holes in the body (Fig.2A)...push home firmly. Upper Handles The upper handle should be fixed to the lower handle using the kit provided (Fig.3).
  • Page 8 Grass Box Position the two grass box halves together and press each location point (Fig.6) into position without fully connecting the clips. When the location points are matched correctly firmly press the grass box together until all clips are securely connected. (Fig.6A) 2.
  • Page 9: Preparation For Use

    To fill with oil, remove the oil filler cap and fill to the FULL mark on the dipstick, using a good quality SAE30, 4 stroke oil (not supplied), available from your Clarke dealer. Fill the fuel tank with regular grade LEAD FREE petrol. NEVER USE LEADED PETROL.
  • Page 10: Starting And Operating

    30 seconds before commencing to use. To stop your lawn mower - release the 'DEAD MANS' handle Model CLM420PR does not incorporate a drive to its wheels, the machine must therefore be pushed along across the lawn.
  • Page 11 Setting the height of cut levers Model CLM420PR is fitted with four independent Height of Cut levers (Fig.13), one at each wheel. The...
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE After Use ALWAYS allow a period of time for the engine to cool before cleaning. NEVER use solvents, or chemical cleaners to clean your lawn mower, as these products can destroy critical components Once the engine is cool, remove grass from under the machine with a brush. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from all air intakes, the discharge chute and the grass box.
  • Page 13: Cleaning The Air Filter

    Shown with blade removed When completely drained, replace the drain plug and fill with Clarke SAE30 oil, to the ‘Max’ level on the dipstick. Replace and secure the oil filler cap. Replacing the blade...
  • Page 14: Adjustments

    4. If vibration persists, immediately disconnect the spark plug lead and consult your local Clarke dealer, or contact the Clarke Service department. If any of the the above fails to cure the problem...disconnect the spark plug lead and consult your local Clarke dealer, or the Clarke International Service Department.
  • Page 15: Parts Diagrams

    PARTS DIAGRAM CLM420PR...
  • Page 16 PARTS DIAGRAM CLM490SR...
  • Page 17: Specifications

    3400040 Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print. However, CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. Always consult the machine’s data plate SPARE PARTS &...
  • Page 18: Notes

    NOTES...

This manual is also suitable for:

Clm490sr34000353400040

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