Step 3 - Mowing - Qualcast XSS41C Assembly Manual

Operating the Lawnmower
Step 2 - Starting the Engine (continued)
2b
A
2b Press the primer bulb (A) 3-5 times.
When starting a cold engine, press down the primer fully 3~5 times.
WARNING! Too much presses on primer may cause engine flooded.
When starting a warm engine, the primer does not need to be used. If the engine stops due to a
lack of petrol, refill and press down the primer 3~5 times.
2c Start/Stop Bar Activation
Pull the stop / start bar towards the upper handle.
2c Pull cord handle
With right hand, slowly but firmly pull the starter handle and rope from the pull cord guide until
you feel resistance, then pull briskly. If the engine fails to start after three pulls, repeat the start
process. When the engine starts, return the starter rope to the pull cord guide gently.
NOTE! Clearing a flooded engine
If the engine won't start after you have operated the starter several times, the engine may be
flooded with excess fuel.
Use following procedure to clear and start a flooded engine.
A. Release the stop / start bar.
B. Remove the spark plug, dry it, and then reinstall it.
NOTE! install the spark plug carefully by hand, to avoid cross-threading. After the plug is seated,
tighten 1/8 to1/4 turn with socket spanner of spark plug to compress the washer.
C. Pull the stop / start bar towards the upper handle.
D. Operate the starter as described above.
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Engine start
Engine stop
Operating the Lawnmower

Step 3 - Mowing

WARNING! Always observe the strictest safety procedures when using the lawnmower.
Carefully read the safety instructions of this manual before using the lawnmower.
Start the engine and allow it run .See "Step-2 Starting the engine"
Before mowing, ensure the throttle lever is in its MAX position (Rabbit).
To stop the engine, release the stop / start bar.
Keep a firm grip on the upper handle and walk, never run with the mower, be very careful when
mowing uneven or rough ground. Mow across slopes, never up and down. Be careful when
changing the direction of the mower on a slope. Do not use the mower on a steep slope of more
than 15°.
The best result will be achieved if the grass is dry. Wet grass will tend to clog the blade and the
grass collection system. Grass grows at different rates at different time of the year.
Never use the lowest cutting height for the first cut of the season or in drought conditions. Only
about one thirds of the grass height should be cut.
If the lawnmower will not collect the cuttings efficiently, the grass discharge chute may be
blocked. The grass bag may be full, or the underside of the mower deck may be clogged.
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