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Before transporting the mower
Thoroughly clean the mower. Empty the fuel tank using a 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. Remove the grass collection bag. Loosen the
quick release and fold down the top section of the handles taking care not
to bend the cables.
To avoid scratching the mower, insert corrugated cardboard or similar
padding between the upper and lower handlebars and the engine.
Due to the mower's weight, use ramps or seek assistance when lifting or
loading the mower.
d. Mower maintenance
Cutting system
Before and after each mowing session, check that the blade, its
attachment bolts and drive shaft are not damaged or excessively worn.
Never try to straighten a bent blade. Replace a damaged, worn or bent
blade as soon as possible. Use only genuine parts. Excessive vibration
when mowing is a good indication of a problem with the cutting system.
WARNING: Vibration from a bent or damaged blade can cause costly
damage to the mower. Working with an excessively worn blade wastes
fuel and can lead to injury if the blade becomes detached from the
machine.
Warning: there is a danger about moving blade. Always handle the blade
when it is totally stopped. Wear protective gloves.
Sharpening the blade
For best mowing results, have the edges sharpened and the blade
balanced at least once a year by a specialist service dealer or agent.
Removing the blade
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent possible injury when
handling the blade. Disconnect the spark plug cap and tilt the mower on
its side with air filter and carburettor side uppermost.
Holding the blade firmly in one hand, use a spanner or socket to loosen
the blade screw.
Mounting the blade
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent possible injury when
handling the blade. Disconnect the spark plug cap and tilt the mower on
its side with air filter and carburettor side uppermost.
Check that all components (the blade, key, blade holder, screws and
washers).are present, clean and in good condition.
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