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SPP46 46cm 140cc Self Propelled Petrol Rotary Lawn Mower 484345 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT! Please read these 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. If you need help...
General Safety Warnings Contents General safety warnings Safety Warnings Intended use WARNING! Read all safety warnings and Warning symbols instructions. In the box Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may Assemble the lawn mower result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Preparing to operate the lawn mower WARNING! Read all safety warnings and Operation...
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a) Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while General safety refuelling. • Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a safe b) Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove place for reference at a later date. the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is •...
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b) Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction mower. on slopes. c) After striking a foreign object, inspect the lawn mower • Do not mow excessively steep slopes. for damage and make repairs before restarting and •...
Intended Use Add engine oil. This mower is designed for domestic lawn mowing only. Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use. Compliance with the operation, service and repair, as Only refuel with unleaded petrol. specified in this handbook, also constitutes essential elements of the intended use. Warning Symbols Hot surfaces will burn the hands! Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this...
In The Box Assemble The Lawn Mower WARNING! Parts Always take care when removing the packaging, to prevent damage to you or to the lawn mower. Main mower deck (with upper handle attached) This item requires a two-person lift to remove it from the packaging. Make sure Lower handle that you have sufficient space to put the lawn mower down.
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If using the collection function, raise the safety flap and take out the mulching plug, and Assemble the upper handle hook the collection bag onto the mower. Ensure the side discharge chute is not fitted when collecting the grass in the bag. Lift the upper handle, and lock in place using the handle tension knob and tensioning bolts.
Preparing to operate the lawn mower Filling with engine fuel WARNING! Filling with engine oil 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 refueled or where petrol is IMPORTANT! stored.
Starting the engine Operation WARNING! Do not operate the machine in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas, as the Setting the cutting height exhaust gas contains toxic substances. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing WARNING! away from all the moving parts of the machine. The exhaust and other parts of the machine will become hot during use.
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2. Start/stop bar activation Mowing with collection bag Pull the start/stop bar towards you. WARNING! Always observe the strictest safety procedures when using the lawn mower. Engine start Start the engine and allow it to run. See ‘Step 2 - Starting the engine’. Keep a firm grip on the upper handle and stop/start bar and clutch the propulsion lever, and walk along with it.
Maintenance and Storage 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. Storing the lawn mower for short periods NOTE: To ensure that the cut grass can be mulched efficiently, do not cut high or wet grass.
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Preparation to re-use Cleaning or replacing the air filter Check the oil level before starting the engine to ensure there is sufficient oil, see page 7. WARNING! Check the spark plug is inserted correctly, see page 23. Fill engine with fresh unleaded fuel, see page 15. Never run the engine without the air filter element installed: Loosen the fastener that holds the cover.
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Tip the machine slightly towards the oil filler pipe and reach under the deck. Changing the oil Hold the blade and unscrew the blade bolt counterclockwise using a spanner wrench. Remove the washer and the blade. Tilt the lawn mower towards the oil filler, have a container ready to catch the oil, and remove the dipstick.
Troubleshooting Technical Data Property Value WARNING! Engine type Single cylinder 4-stroke Always switch off the engine and pull the ignition cable before starting any inspection or adjustment work. Engine displacement 140cm If after making an adjustment or repair to the engine you let it run for a few Engine power 1.9kW/ 2900/min minutes, remember that the exhaust and other parts will get hot.
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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