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Draper 08673 Original Instructions Manual

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Original Instructions
Version 3
Important: Product 08674 is supplied with a
2.0Ah battery pack and charger. The battery
pack must be charged IMMEDIATELY after
purchase and every two months thereafter.
SELF-PROPELLED PETROL
LAWN MOWERS
08673 & 08674
Please note that model number 08674 is
illustrated throughout this instruction booklet.

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  • Page 1 Important: Product 08674 is supplied with a 2.0Ah battery pack and charger. The battery pack must be charged IMMEDIATELY after purchase and every two months thereafter. SELF-PROPELLED PETROL LAWN MOWERS 08673 & 08674 Please note that model number 08674 is illustrated throughout this instruction booklet.

  • Page 2: Preface

    All photographs and drawings within this manual are document is part of the product; retain it for the life supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate correct of the product, passing it on to subsequent holders. operation of the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2. Contents 1. Preface 8. Maintenance & Troubleshooting 1.1 Product Reference 8.1 General Maintenance 1.2 Revisions 8.2 Cleaning the Mower Deck 1.3 Understanding the Safety Content 8.3 Maintaining and Replacing the Blades 1.4 Copyright © Notice 8.4 Draining the Fuel 2. Contents 8.5 Draining and Replacing the Engine Oil 3.

  • Page 4: Product Introduction

    Read this manual in full before attempting to assemble, considered misuse. Draper Tools accepts no operate or maintain the product and retain it for later use. responsibility for improper use of this product.
  • Page 5 *Draper Tools recommends using an additive or stabiliser with E10 petrol so the fuel can be safely stored in the fuel tank for longer.

  • Page 6: Health And Safety Information

    4. Health and Safety Information Important: Read all the Health and Safety instructions Operation before attempting to operate, maintain or repair this • Do not operate the engine in confined spaces where product. Non-compliance with these instructions may dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. result in injury or damage to the user or the product.

  • Page 7: Additional Safety Precautions For This Lawn Mower

    4. Health and Safety Information − Checking, cleaning or adjusting the lawn mower.   • Observe all basic Health and Safety precautions when working with machines and mechanical tools in an − Inspecting the lawn mower for damage after   outdoor environment. striking a foreign object or if it begins to vibrate abnormally.

  • Page 8: Additional Safety Information For Machines With A Petrol Engine

    4. Health and Safety Information 4.3 Additional Safety Information 4.4 Additional Safety Instructions for Machines with a Petrol Engine for Rechargeable Batteries Important: Use ONLY the battery pack and charger • NEVER smoke in the vicinity of the machine, especially during refuelling. supplied with this product. DO NOT use this charger with any other batteries.

  • Page 9: Connection To The Power Supply (Charger)

    If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Draper Tools, an authorised service agent or similarly qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard. The damaged or incomplete plug, when cut from the cable, shall be disabled to prevent connection to a live electrical outlet.

  • Page 10: Identification And Unpacking

    5. Identification and Unpacking 5.1 Product Overview (25) (22) (23) (13) (18) (26) (24) (11) (16) (27) (21) (28) (12) (15) (17) (14) (10) (29) (19) (30) (20) Stock No. 08674 shown Battery port (16) Rear discharge cover Collection bag (17) Rear wheels Connection cable (18) Recoil starter Control panel...

  • Page 11: What's In The Box

    1 x Collection bag (not shown) 4 x M6 x 32mm screws (08674 only) 1 x Lower handle frame 3 x M5 x 30mm bolts with wingnuts (08673 only) 1 x Side discharge chute 1 x Spark plug spanner body...

  • Page 12: Preparing The Lawn Mower

    6. Preparing the Lawn Mower Important: Before assembling, fuelling or adjusting this d. Remove the lock nut and one washer from each of product, read and understand all the safety instructions the two bolts (I) and pass the bolts inwards through listed in this manual.
  • Page 13 6. Preparing the Lawn Mower Important: Ensure that the drive lever cable passes 2. Install the control panel or cup holder: under the engine operation lever attachment point. a. Stand behind the handle and push the left arm of the engine operation lever (8) away from the d.

  • Page 14: Assembling And Attaching The Collection Bag

    6. Preparing the Lawn Mower 6.2 Assembling and Attaching the 2. Holding the collection bag frame handle, hook the front loop of the frame over the tab beneath the rear Collection Bag discharge cover. If required, the collection bag netting can be detached 3.

  • Page 15: Installing The Mulching Plug And Side Discharge Chute

    6. Preparing the Lawn Mower 6.3 Installing the Mulching Plug and Side 6.4 Selecting a Cutting Mode Discharge Chute The lawn mower can be set to operate in the following cutting modes, which are selected by installing the To install the mulching plug, remove the collection bag appropriate combination of accessories: (2) from the rear of the mower and insert the mulching plug (14) into the rear discharge opening with the handle...

  • Page 16: Fuelling The Lawn Mower

    (21) that rusts the fuel system from the inside. Draper Tools recommends the use of petrol additives or stabilisers when using E10 petrol. Additives and stabilisers are widely available and can extend the length of time that E10 petrol can be safely stored in a product fuel tank.

  • Page 17: Checking And Topping Up The Engine Oil

    Some petrol brands contain other quantities of ethanol. 6.8 Charging the Battery Pack Do not use fuels with more than 10% ethanol in Draper products. CAUTION! This battery MUST be charged for at least three hours immediately after purchase Always store and dispose of fuels responsibly and in and at least once every three months thereafter.

  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing The Battery Pack

    Remove the battery and check for obstructions and debris around the charging contacts. If the problem is not resolved, stop charging the battery immediately and contact Draper Tools for support. 6.9 Inserting and Removing the...

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    7. Operating Instructions Important: Before operating this product, read Starting Stock No. 08673 and understand all the safety instructions listed in 1. Check and top up the fuel and engine oil levels as this manual. appropriate and move the lawn mower to its starting WARNING! Using this mower can pose a danger position.
  • Page 20 7. Operating Instructions 4. Stand behind the lawn mower and depress the engine operation lever (8) to the foam handle. Stock No. 08673 shown (18) Fig. 27  Important: It may help to depress the engine Fig. 25  operation lever (8) when extending the recoil starter;...

  • Page 21: Mowing Tips

    • Aim to cut no more than one-third of the grass height during each operation. To stop the lawn mowers, release the engine operation − Draper Tools recommends that the lowest cutting   lever and allow the rotating blade to come to a complete height is not used for the first cut of the year and stop.

  • Page 22: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    For safety maintenance. NEVER attempt to perform any reasons, Draper Tools recommends that the blade is maintenance with the blades rotating unless it is sharpened, balanced and mounted by an authorised specifically stated in this manual.

  • Page 23: Draining The Fuel

    Check the oil level before EVERY use. 1. With both control levers (6) and (8) disengaged, Draper Tools recommends draining the fuel when the loosen the fuel tube clip with pliers and remove the motor is hot to allow the oil to drain more quickly and fuel pipe from the fuel tank.

  • Page 24: Air Filter Care

    8. Maintenance & Troubleshooting 8.6 Air Filter Care 8.7 Spark Plug Care Clean the air filter chamber regularly to ensure a Ensure that the spark plug is clean and the gap is correct. consistent airflow. The spark plug may become contaminated over time if the machine is run with part-throttle for prolonged WARNING! NEVER use petrol or solvents to periods.

  • Page 25: Storing The Lawn Mower

    8. Maintenance & Troubleshooting If the mower is to be stored for a prolonged period, ensure that the engine cylinder is sufficiently lubricated to prevent it from seizing: 1. Remove the spark plug; see 8.7 Spark Plug Care. 2. Pour a few drops of SAE 10W-30 oil into the socket. 3.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    (see 6.6). The engine has not been primed Press the priming bulb six times until (08673 only). fuel can be seen in the fuel lines. The fuel has been stored for too long. Drain the fuel (see 8.4) then refill the fuel tank (see 6.6).
  • Page 27 The mower delivers an The blade is blunt or damaged. Have the blade resharpened or uneven finish. replaced; contact Draper Tools for support. The cutting height is set too low. Adjust the cutting height to a higher position (see 6.5).

  • Page 28: Spares, Returns And Disposal

    Draper Tools Product Helpline for details of your nearest authorised agent. Draper Tools will endeavour to hold any spare parts, if applicable, for seven years from the date that it sells the final matching stock item.

  • Page 29: Warranty

    This warranty period covers parts and labour for 12 months from the date of Your Draper Tools guarantee is not effective until you can purchase. Where tools have been hired out, the warranty produce, upon request, a dated receipt or invoice to period covers 90 days from the date of purchase.

  • Page 30: Explanation Of Symbols

    11. Explanation of Symbols Disconnect the spark plug cable before Read the instruction manual maintenance WARNING! Keep hands away from spinning blades WARNING! Risk of danger to wildlife Do not use on sloped ground WARNING! Hot surfaces Do not use this product indoors WARNING! Risk of fire Engine displacement Engine horsepower...
  • Page 31 11. Explanation of Symbols Product weight (gross) WEEE – Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Do not dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment in with domestic rubbish European conformity UK Conformity Assessed Continuous A-weighted sound power level – 31 –...
  • Page 32 Telephone Sales Desk: +44 (0) 23 8049 4333 General Enquiries: +44 (0) 23 8026 6355 General Fax: +44 (0) 23 8026 0784 Please contact the Draper Tools Product Helpline for repair and servicing enquiries. © Published by Draper Tools Limited © Published by Draper Tools Limited...

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