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PowerBase 475isi Instruction Manual

46cm 140cc self propelled electric start petrol lawn mower
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46cm 140cc Self Propelled Electric Start Petrol
Lawn Mower
577151
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best
from your product, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely. If you need help
or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727 509.
53cm Self Propelled Petrol
Rotary Lawn Mower
Instruction
Manual
IMPORTANT!
Please read these
instructions fully before
starting assembly.

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual 53cm Self Propelled Petrol Rotary Lawn Mower IMPORTANT! 46cm 140cc Self Propelled Electric Start Petrol Please read these Lawn Mower 577151 instructions fully before starting assembly. These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your product, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents General safety warnings Intended use Warning symbols In the box Assembling the lawn mower Preparing to operate the lawn mower Operation Maintenance and storage Troubleshooting Technical data Disposal Getting help Warranty...

  • Page 3: General Safety Warnings

    General Safety Warnings Safety warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions designated by symbol. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
  • Page 4 General safety • Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a safe place for future reference. • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. • Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower.
  • Page 5 • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the lawn mower. • Petrol is highly flammable; store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. a) Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refuelling.
  • Page 6 • Avoid operating the equipment on wet grass, where feasible. • Always be sure of your footing on slopes. • Walk, never run. • Mow across the face of a slope, never up and down. • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 7 • Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running. • Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable, making sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop: a) Before clearing blockages or unclogging the chute.

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    • Check the grass collector frequently for wear or deterioration. • For safety, always replace worn or damaged parts. • If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors. • Only use the recommended blades and spare parts by the manufacturer.
  • Page 9 Beware of sharp blades - remove the spark plug lead before maintenance. No naked flames. Appropriate ear, eye, and head protection (PPE) must be worn. Add engine oil. Only refuel with unleaded petrol. Hot surfaces will burn the hands! Warning! The lawn mower’s exhaust gas contains toxic substances.

  • Page 10: In The Box

    In The Box Parts Upper handle with soft grip 2. Start/stop bar 3. Handle-fixing quick clamps x 2 4. Grass collection bag 5. Lower handle 6. Safety flap Height adjustment handle 8. Wheel 9. Engine 10. Steel deck 11. Bolt and star knobs with nut M8 x 2 12.

  • Page 12: Assembling The Lawn Mower

    Assembling the Lawn Mower WARNING! Always take care when removing the packaging, to prevent damage to you or to the lawn mower. This item requires a two-person lift to remove it from the packaging. Make sure that you have sufficient space to put the lawn mower down.
  • Page 13 Assembling the upper handle Lift the upper handle and lock in place using the handle tension knob and tensioning bolts. Ensure the lower and upper handles are firmly connected. Assembling the grass bag IMPORTANT! Make sure the grass collection bag is in place before starting the engine.
  • Page 14 2. If using the collection function, raise the safety flap and take out the mulching plug, then hook the collection bag onto the mower. Ensure the side discharge chute is not fitted 3. Release the safety flap. Attach cable clips Ensure that the cable clip (13) supplied is used to fix the cable to the lower handle.

  • Page 15: Preparing To Operate The Lawn Mower

    Preparing to Operate the Lawn Mower Filling with engine oil IMPORTANT! The following procedures and adjustments must be performed before the engine is started. Do not attempt to make any of these adjustments while the engine is running. This engine is shipped without oil or petrol; any oil residue is from testing prior to shipping.
  • Page 16 min. max. 4. Before using for the first time, add 0.47 litres of oil (SAE 30). Filling with engine fuel WARNING! Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refuelled or where petrol is stored.
  • Page 17 Charging the battery WARNING! Charge the battery pack only with a Briggs & Stratton battery charger. Connect the charger plug to the mains power supply. Then insert the output plug of the charger into the socket of the engine, the indicator will flash during the normal charging process.

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Setting the cutting height WARNING! The blade can cause serious injury. Before adjusting the mower height, stop the engine and wait for the mower blade to come to a complete stop. Pull the lever towards the wheel, then move it forward or backward to adjust the cutting height.
  • Page 19 Starting the engine WARNING! Do not operate the machine in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas, as the exhaust gas contains toxic substances. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving parts of the lawn mower. The exhaust and other parts of the lawn mower will become hot during use.
  • Page 20 Step 3 - Starting the engine Press and hold the start button. As soon as the motor starts running, release the starter button. Step 4 - Self propelled mowing Engage the propulsion lever, the mower will move forward automatically, release the propulsion lever, the mower will stop moving.
  • Page 21 Mowing WARNING! Always observe the strictest safety procedures when using the lawn mower. Start the engine and allow it to run. Keep a firm grip on the upper handle and stop/start bar; clutch the propulsion lever, and walk along with it. Never run with the mower.
  • Page 22 Emptying the grass bag A level indicator on the top of the grass bag shows whether the bag is empty or full: - The level indicator inflates if the bag is not full when the mower is moving. - If the bag is full, the indicator collapses; once this happens, stop moving immediately and empty the bag.
  • Page 23 Mowing with mulching When mulching, remove the collection grass bag, and put the plastic mulching plug into the rear discharge chute. Then release the flap, it will close back to cover the mulching plug. Make sure that the side discharge chute is not fixed on the deck. NOTE: To ensure that the cut grass can be mulched efficiently, do not cut high or wet grass.

  • Page 24: Maintenance And Storage

    Maintenance and Storage Storing the lawn mower for short periods After mowing, please follow the actions below prior to placing the lawn mower in storage: - Allow the engine to cool down fully. - Ensure the grass bag is empty. - Clean all debris from under the mower deck.
  • Page 25 Be sure to clean the entire mower to protect the paint. Store the machine in a well-ventilated place. NOTE: Alternatively, adding Briggs & Stratton FUEL FIT to the fuel will prevent contaminated fuel. Not all additives on the market do this. FUEL FIT can be ordered via www.coreservice.co.uk.
  • Page 26 Cleaning • To ensure long life and good performance of the mower, it’s important to keep the machine clean and well lubricated. Make sure the chute is clean and under the deck is cleared from wet debris. (See also short term storage). •...
  • Page 27 Cleaning or replacing the spark plug Once the engine has cooled, pull off the spark plug boot with a twist. Remove the spark plug using the socket spanner supplied. 2. Clean the plug with a wire brush. 3. Using a feeler gauge, set the gap to 0.51mm. 4.
  • Page 28 Replacing the cutting blade WARNING! WEAR GLOVES. Before you remove the grass collection bag, stop the engine and wait until the blade stops completely. You will need garden gloves (not provided) and a spanner wrench to remove the blade. Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges could cause injury.
  • Page 29 Check the washer is still slightly domed to keep the pressure on the bolt to stop it unwinding, keeping the blade firmly secure. Then replace the washer (right way around!) and bolts. Make sure the blade is correctly located, and then firmly tighten the bolt.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING! Always switch off the engine and pull the ignition cable before starting any inspection or adjustment work. If after making an adjustment or repair to the engine you let it run for a few minutes, remember that the exhaust and other parts will get hot.

  • Page 31: Technical Data

    Technical Data Property Value Model No. XSZ46G-SD-E Engine type Single cylinder 4-stroke Engine displacement 140cm Engine power 2.1kW/2900/min Max. engine speed 2900/min Cutting width 46cm Grass bag capacity Ignition T.C.I Fuel tank capacity 0.8L Oil tank capacity 0.47L A-weighted emission sound 82.3dB(A) K=3dB(A) pressure level A-weighted sound power level...

  • Page 32: Disposal

    Disposal The lawn mower and its accessories are made of various recyclable materials. Dispose of the lawn mower in accordance with your local recycling regulations. Getting Help Our dedicated UK-based customer helpline is open 7 days a week to assist you with assembly, parts queries and technical support.

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