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Operator's
Manual
Victa
560
Commercial
Lawnmower
WARNING! Read this manual before operating your Victa Lawnmower.

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Victa Commercial Lawnmower WARNING! Read this manual before operating your Victa Lawnmower.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Engine Oil The following warning labels are attached to your mower on purchase. Please read labels before discarding. 4 Stroke Label Briggs & Stratton:- Engine must have SAE 30 Oil added to the Engine Sump before starting. Refer to the Engine Manual for oil filling information. Please use the engine's dipstick to ensure correct oil fill level.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Notes Unit Details Safety & Handling Safety Instructions Hazards Personal Safety Equipment Assembly Procedures Features Handle Knobs/Toggles Throttle Control Mulching Plug Operating Instructions Starting & Stopping Speed and Drive Control Maintenance & Care Cleaning Maintenance Chart Questions &...

  • Page 4: Important Notes

    IMPORTANT NOTES Congratulations on your purchase of a Victa lawnmower. This instruction manual will aid in the assembly, operation and maintenance of your new lawnmower. Please read this manual carefully to ensure safety and the long life of your product.
  • Page 5 Damaged or worn blades and bolts are major hazards. Use genuine Victa spare parts only. • Please note: blades may be tucked under blade disc for safety and transport reasons before use.
  • Page 6 • Replace worn or faulty mufflers as they adversely affect engine performance and increase emissions. • Victa recommends that all maintenance, repair and inspection work be carried out by a Victa Authorised Service Centre. • Store the mower in a well ventilated area, away from any naked flames such as those...

  • Page 7: Hazards

    Do not create any source of ignition until fuel vapours have dissipated. • Store fuel in a cool place and in a container specifically designed for the purpose. Victa supplies a 5 litre fuel can as an optional extra. Plastic containers are unsuitable, except those specifically designed to hold fuel.

  • Page 8: Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES Features Note: Throttle and speed controls may vary in appearance from those illustrated 4. Handle Knob/ 1. Upper Handle 7. Pull Start 10. Deck Locking Lever 2. Self Propelled 5. Height Adjust 8. Fuel Cap 11. Side Chute Bail Lever 6.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Attaching upper handle Ensure spark plug lead is disconnected before assembling mower. Important! Parts will need to be removed from the carton prior to assembly. When removing the mower from the carton take care not to pull or kink any of the operating cables.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Text Attaching upper handle Knobs (Where Fitted) Lever Locks (Where Fitted) Lower Upper handle handle • Attach the upper handle to the lower locks Attach the upper handle to the provided. lower handles using the knobs and bolts provided. The knobs •...

  • Page 11: Mulching Plug

    ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Fitting the Optional Ejector Chute (Kit No. CH86895AW) Side ejector chute must be fitted at all times, even when mulching! 1. Slide the chute over the base plate as shown in figure (A), 2. Fit the bolts and washers (3 off) as per figure (A). 3.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Remote Air Intake Assembly (Where Supplied) NEVER RUN THE ENGINE UNLESS THE REMOTE AIR INTAKE ASSEMBLY AND SNORKEL ARE PROPERLY FITTED TO THE UPPER HANDLE. 1. Use screw, 2 washers, star washer and nut from kit provided. 2. Place housing over upper handle as shown.

  • Page 13: Starting & Stopping

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting & stopping STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the fuel tap ON, where fitted. 2. Move the throttle control to the RUN position. 3. Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt then pull back briskly. 4. Repeat until engine starts. Text Starting &...
  • Page 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting & stopping STOPPING THE ENGINE - MOWERS WITHOUT ENGINE BRAKE 1. Move the throttle control to the STOP position. 2. Where a fuel tap is fitted it should be turned OFF, when mowing is completed. ADDITIONAL NOTES FOR MOWERS FITTED WITH AN ENGINE BRAKE In addition to the directions shown above, the engine brake bale will need to be held back against the upper handle before attempting to pull on the starter cord to start the engine.

  • Page 15: Speed And Drive Control

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Speed and Drive Control Ensure spark plug lead is disconnected. Set Clutch Lever Travel Fig. 1 Clutch lever setting is very important to ensure clutch is not slipping or overloaded. Incorrect clutch setting may shorten gearbox life. The clutch is set correctly at the factory during assembly of the mower.
  • Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SETTING MAXIMUM SPEED The outside diameter of the Belt must be between 43.5mm and 45mm with the Variable Speed Lever set to the FAST ground speed position Drive belt cover removal Remove the four (4) bolts holding the drive belt cover and remove cover.
  • Page 17 Cleaning Maintenance Chart Maintenance Chart Text Before cleaning the mower, ensure the throttle lever is in the 'STOP' position. Turn the fuel tap off, disconnect the spark plug lead and wedge it well away from the spark plug, and remove the battery on Instart models.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Chart

    Remove the starter key from the ignition switch of Keystart models and disconnect the battery. Never attempt maintenance that is not outlined in this manual. All repair work must be carried out by a Victa Authorised Service Centre.
  • Page 19 Low or no oil (4 stroke) Top up with correct oil If running difficulties continue, please contact your closest Victa Authorised Service Centre. You will find the latest Service Centre listing on the Victa website, www.victa.com.au or contact Victa Customer Service 1800 356 632.
  • Page 20 For Your Safety • Before starting the mower check blades and bolts for damage or wear. • Victa recommends that all maintenance, repair and inspection work be carried out by a Victa Authorised Service Centre. Worn and damaged blades are major hazards.
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  • Page 24 ©2019 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Victa, is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty. Ltd. ABN 13 006 576 856 All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced by any means without prior written permission. All information herein is subject to change without notice.