Maintenance; Storing The Lawnmower For Short Periods; Storing The Lawnmower For Extended Periods; Preparation To Re-Use - Qualcast XSZ51A-SD Assembly Manual

Maintenance

Storing the Lawnmower for Short Periods

After mowing please follow the below actions prior to placing the lawnmower in storage.
• Allow the engine to fully cool.
• Ensure the grass bag is empty.
• Clean all debris from under the mower deck.
• Store the lawnmower on flat and level surface with with all 4 wheels on the ground.
• Store in a safe place which is not accessible by children or people who are not familiar with
operation.

Storing the Lawnmower for Extended Periods

CAUTION!
- Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed areas, near fire or when smoking. Petrol fumes can
cause explosions and fire.
If the lawnmower is to be place into storage at the end of the season or if the mower is not to be
used for a longer period than 6 weeks, storage maintenance must be performed on the lawnmower.
The temperature fluctuations cause condensation which contaminates fuel and causes starting
problems. Simply emptying the machine of fuel will prevent this.
1 Empty the petrol tank with a petrol suction pump if available or use the tipping method.
2 Start the engine and let it run until any remaining petrol has been used up.
3 Change the oil at the end of every season. To do so, remove the used engine oil from a warm
engine and refill with fresh oil.
4 Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Fill the cylinder with approx. 20 ml of oil from an
oil can. Slowly pull back the starter handle, which will bathe the cylinder wall with oil. Screw the
spark plug back in.
5 Clean the cooling fins of the cylinder and the housing.
6 Be sure to clean the entire machine to protect the paint.
7 Store the machine in a well-ventilated place.
For more information watch our maintenance videos on www.gardenservicecentre.co.uk
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.gardenservicecentre.
co.uk

Preparation to re-use

- Check oil level before starting the engine and ensure of sufficient oil level, see page 7.
- Check spark plug inserted correctly, see page 16
- Fill engine with fresh unleaded fuel, see page 8
- Follow starting procedure, see page 9
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Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

WARNING!
- Before you tip the lawn mower onto its side, completely empty the fuel tank using a petrol
suction pump.
- Never turn the mower upside down.
- Before commencing any maintenance always disconnect the spark plug
Performing routine maintenance correctly on your lawnmower will ensure you get years of
trouble free use.
Please keep this manual safe for future reference.
It is recommended that the following maintenance schedule is adhered to. This will ensure the
lawnmower operated correctly and is safe to use.
after every use

Cleaning

clean
Air filter
Spark plug
Engine oil check
Cutting blade check
The Engine oil should be changed after the first 5 hours.
Cleaning
- To ensure long life and good performance of the machine its 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.
- Do not allow grass cuttings and other debris to become dry and hard on any of the mower
surfaces. This will directly affect the cutting and grass collection performance. Make sure that the
underside of the lawnmower deck is clean and clear.
- Never clean the lawn mower with a water jet or high-pressure cleaner. The engine must remain
dry. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents such as cold cleaner or petroleum ether.
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