STORING YOUR MOWER ..............34 All photographs and drawings in this manual are equivalent purposes. supplied by Parker Products Ltd. to help you with the TRANSPORTING YOUR MOWER ............ 35 operation and maintenance of the product. The TROUBLESHOOTING ................36-37 information contained in this manual was accurate at ONLINE RESOURCE LIBRARY ............
WHAT’S IN THE BOX WHAT’S IN THE BOX CABLE GRASS BAG SECURING CLIP UPPER HANDLE THROTTLE LEVER SPARKPLUG WRENCH UPPER LOWER FIXING/LOCKING KNOBS FIXING KNOBS LOWER HANDLES PPLM-17132 MAIN UNIT 132CC ENGINE STEEL DECK 17" BLADE 4x PUNCTURE PROOF TYRES...
SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT REMOVE SPARK PLUG LEAD BEFORE NEVER REFUEL WHILE THE ENGINE IS PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING MAINTENANCE RUNNING Description Of Symbols. Symbols are used in this manual to attract your attention to possible risks. The safety symbols and the explications which accompany them must be RISK OF INJURY.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. TRAINING OPERATION • • • • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the Warning - petrol is highly flammable. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation proper use of the equipment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. BEFORE USING THE LAWNMOWER • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE INSPECT THE LAWNMOWER NOTICE the discharge opening at all times. • Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in •...
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY ALIGN HANDLE WITH FRAME THREAD LOCKING KNOB SECURE LOCKING KNOB ALIGN TOP & BOTTOM HANDLES ASSEMBLE LOCKING KNOB TIGHTEN LOCKING KNOB Align the hole on the lower handle with the hole Thread the lower locking knob through the mower Secure the lower handle to the mower frame by Align the hole in the upper handle with the hole on Thread the upper locking knob through the lower...
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ASSEMBLY LOCATE REAR DISCHARGE COVER OPEN REAR DISCHARGE COVER ATTACH COLLECTION BAG THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK The rear discharge cover in located at the back of The rear discharge cover is spring loaded, carefully Hook the grass bag onto the springs either side the mower open the cover and keep a firm grip to prevent it of the discharge cover.
PRE-OPERATION PRE-OPERATION CAUTION! THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES AND ADJUSTMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED BEFORE THE ENGINE IS STARTED. CHECK OIL CHECK FUEL DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY OF THESE ADJUSTMENTS WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. CAUTION! To prevent engine damage the engine is shipped without oil or petrol. The engine must be filled with the correct grade of oil and petrol before starting the engine.
ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE SET DECK HEIGHT PRIMING THE ENGINE START/STOP LEVER SECURING THE STARTER ROPE PRESS X 3-5 STARTER ROPE ROPE GUIDE Before attempting to start the engine set the deck height When starting a cold engine, press the Primer bubble fully Stand behind the mower, pull the engine Start/Stop lever Once the engine is running, put the starter rope Into the to the highest setting.
FLOODED ENGINE PROCEEDURE FLOODED ENGINE PROCEEDURE DISCONNECT COIL PACK LOCATE THE SPARKPLUG REMOVE & DRY SPARKPLUG PULL STARTER RECOIL REINSTALL THE SPARKPLUG REINSTALL THE COILPACK PULL X 6-7 If the engine won’t start after you have operated the The sparkplug is now easily accessible with the Remove the sparkplug using the sparkplug wrench Pull the starter recoil six to seven times to flush out Now reinstall the sparkplug.
OPERATION OPERATION MOWING STOPPING THE ENGINE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Select your required setting. The cutting height is adjusted with the cutting Start the engine and allow it run. height adjusting handle. Keep a firm grip on the upper handle with engine stop/start lever closed and walk along with it to start mowing. WORKING ADVICES Pull the handle out and select the desired cutting •...
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CLEANING GENERAL CLEANING 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 lawn-mower operated correctly and is safe to use. •...
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL LOCATE OIL SUMP DRAIN PLUG OIL DRAINAGE CHANNEL OIL DRAINAGE HOLE • Locate and remove the oil sump drain plug, allow the oil to drain into the the drainage channel. Have a container underneath the oil drainage hole ready to catch the used oil.
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE • • Once the engine has cooled, twist off the spark plug cover/coil pack lead. Remove the air cleaner cover by turning it in an anti-clockwise direction(X). • • Carefully Remove the spark plug using a spark plug wrench supplied. Separate the Air Filter element from the Air Filter Housing (Z).
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BLADE REPLACEMENT BLADE REMOVAL/FITTING GUIDE PLASTIC METAL BOLT BLADE BLADE WASHER WASHER ADAPTER • Firmly secure the blade and unscrew the bolt using a spanner wrench. FOR SAFETY REASONS YOU SHOULD ONLY EVER HAVE YOUR BLADE SHARPENED , BALANCED AND MOUNTED BY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE WORKSHOP.
STORING YOUR MOWER TRANSPORTING YOUR MOWER STORING THE LAWNMOWER FOR SHORT PERIODS TRANSPORT The lawnmower can be stored for short periods of time (less than 15 days) without performing any storage maintenance. Before placing the • Empty the petrol tank lawnmower into storage always carry out the following: •...
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Screws are loose Check screws Blade is blunt Sharpen blade Uneven mowing Loud while running, Blade fasteners are loose Check blade fasteners Cutting too low Adjust height machine vibrates heavily Blade is unbalanced Replace blade Blade is worn...
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PPLM-17132 EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM 'A' PPLM-17132 PARTS INDEX 'A' Illustrations accurate at time of going to print. Please be aware products and parts may change design without notice. For a High Resolution copy of this exploded parts diagram please visit www.parkerbrand.com...
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PPLM-17132 EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM 'B' PPLM-17132 PARTS INDEX 'B' PPLM-21196 PARTS INDEX CRANKCASE CRANKSHFT OIL SEAL AIR FILTER GASKET OIL CHAMBER MUFFLER HOUSING BRAKE COMPONENTS DIPSTICK CRANKSHAFT FLAT MAT CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL CAMSHAFT ASSEMBLY STARTER RECOIL OIL CHAMBER GASKET VALVE LIFTER...
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CUSTOMER SERVICE ParkerBrand congratulate you on your choice of equipment. We know that you’ll be excited to start using your machine and becoming familiar with it. We ORDER ONLINE take time to produce useful manuals that serve you well. You’ll find useful information on the further care and maintenance of your machine in your manual.
☑ EN ISO 5395-1:2013/A1:2018 ☑ EN ISO 5395-2:2013/A2:2017 Date: 01/02/23 Front/Rear wheel 7/8inch ☑ EN ISO 14982:2009; Name: Jason Parker Position: Managing Director Gear Box Company: Parker Products Ltd. Noise Measurement Measured sound power level 93 dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Power Level 96 dB(A)
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