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To remove the blade, loosen the screw, check the blade bracket, and
replace all parts if they are worn or damaged.
When reassembling the blade, make sure that the cutting edges are in the
same direction as the direction of rotation of the motor. The tightening
torque of the blade screw should be 3.7 kg * m / s 2 (37 Nm) and can be
checked with a torque wrench.
c. Storing the mower
Store your mower in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from flames, sparks
or heat sources. If the storage area is accessible to children, immobilise
the machine by disconnecting the spark plug's cap. Storing the mower
beneath a tarpaulin or similar cover is not recommended as it may cause
a build‐up of condensation resulting in corrosion of the mower.
Extended shutdown and winter storage
Thoroughly clean the mower. Ideally, run the engine outdoors until the fuel
tank is empty. Alternatively, empty any remaining fuel using a fuel suction
pump.
Dispose of discarded fuel safely and responsibly, remembering that petrol
vapours can cause explosion or fire. Run the engine until any remaining
fuel is consumed. Allow the engine to cool. Check the condition and
cleanliness of the air cleaner. Remove the spark plug from the engine and
pour a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder. Gently pull the starter
rope several times to turn over the engine, distributing the oil to protect the
cylinder over winter. Replace and tighten the spark plug.
At the start of the new season
Remove the spark plug and gently clean off any carbon deposits from the
tip with a small copper wire brush, finishing off with petrol. Allow the spark
plug to dry. Pull the starter rope several times to expel excess oil from the
cylinder. Replace and tighten the spark plug. Fill the fuel tank with
unleaded petrol. Turn over the engine until it starts.
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