1. INTENDED USE This equipment is intended for mowing lawns. It is not suitable for commercial use. Any use other than specifically permitted in this instruction may result in damage or injury. This equipment is intended for use by adults. Children or other people who are unfamiliar with the operating instructions must not operate this equipment.
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Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Stop the blades if the mower is to be tilted during transport when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the mower due to the area to be mowed. ...
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Replace worn and damaged parts for safety. If the fuel tank is to be drained, it must be made outdoors. Special safety instructions In case of lack of knowledge or first use of this product, we recommend that you have a formation/ training with a professional or an experienced person.
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Fuel Handling Use caution when handling fuels. They are flammable and the vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel while the machine is on. Turn off the unit and allow the engine and exhaust components to cool down before refueling.
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Danger! Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting element. Toxic fumes; don’t operate inside house. Fuel is flammable, keep fire away. Do not add fuel with running machine. Caution – hot surface. Unplug the spark plug before maintenance and repair. Read the instruction manual.
3. YOUR PRODUCT 3.1 DESCRIPTION 1. Self-propelled lever Steel Deck 13. Hook for recoil start rope 2. Engine control lever Side discharge chute 14. Recoil start handle 3. Superior handle Rear wheel 15. Primer bulb 4. Inferior handle Height adjusting lever 16.
3.2 TECHNICAL DATA Model FTDT5124VS Engine DV224 OHV Engine Type Air cooled, 4stroke OHV Displacement 224cm³ Starting style Recoil Rated Engine power 4,4kW Rated engine speed 2800 min Cutting width 50,8cm Motion type Self-propelled Volume of the collection bag Net Weight...
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2) Unfold the handle as below picture show Fig.4, choose a position(3 holes position Fig.5) to fix the Inferior handle(4) with bolt and nuts on both side.(Fig.6 & 7) 3) Fix tightly the preassembly nuts on both side of Inferior handle(4). 4) Fix the superior handle(3) with the quick release nuts on both side(Fig.8) Fig.4 Fig.5...
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Fig.11 Fig.12 Fig.14 Fig.13 4.3 ASSEMBLY OF GRASS BAG For rear discharge with grass collection.(Fig.19) 1) Pull up the deflector and take out the mulcher guard if there it is(Fig.15) 2) Pull up the deflector and place the grass catcher at its place.(Fig.16& 17) 3) Keep the side discharge is closed.(Fig.18) 4) Take out the garss catcher, grass rear discharged without grass collection.(Fig.20) Fig.15...
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Fig.19 Fig.20 4.3 ASSEMBLY OF SIDE DISCHARGE For grass side discharge function(Fig.26) 1) Take out the grass catcher and put the mulcher guard in place(Fig.21 ), keep the deflector closed.(Fig.22) 2) Pull the unlock device to open the side discharge cover.(Fig.23 & 24) 3) Put the side discharge guiding board at it’s correct place.(Fig.25) Fig.22 Fig.21...
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Fig.25 Fig.26 4.4 ASSEMBLY OF MULCHING GUARD For grass mulching function.(Fig.30) Take out the grass catcher and insert the Mulcher Guard in its correct position.(Fig.27) Keep the deflector is closed.(Fig.28) Keep the side discharge is closed.(Fig.29) Fig.28 Fig.27 Fig.29 Fig.30...
5. FILLING FUEL AND OIL TANK WARNING! Gasoline is extremely flammable. Store fuel in specially designed cans for this purpose. Fill the fuel tank only outdoors and before starting the engine. Do not smoke when filling the fuel tank or handling fuel. Never open the fuel tank cap and never add fuel while the engine is running or when it is hot.
6. OPERATION 6.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS a) Always use the lawnmower with the grass catcher or/ and the deflector in position. b) Stop the engine before emptying the grass catcher or before you change the cutting height. c) While the engine is running, never introduce your hands or feet under the lawnmower or under the grass ejection area.
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6.3 ENGINE STARTING COLD STARTING a) Press the primer bulb 3 - 5 times b) Pull engine control lever until it touches the upper handle. c) Pull the starter rope until the engine starts. HOT-STARTING THE ENGINE d) Pull Engine control lever until it touches the upper handle. e) Pull the starter rope until the engine starts.
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6.4 FOR THE SELF-PROPELLED MOWER To engage the self-propelled system, pull on the self-propelled lever(1) and maintain it engaged together with the handle. 6.5 GEAR BOX Control frequently the self-propelled system. Polish the gear in the wheels and put grease on them. Do the same control on the ball bearing if any.
8. Particular precautions must be taken while mowing on slopes or downing stretches. Mow across the face of slopes, never down or up. 9. Turn off the engine if you must leave the lawnmower unattended, displace the lawnmower or incline it. 10.
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Reposition the mower onto its four wheels. Do not use a pressure washer or hot water to clean the mower. Be careful to avoid soaking parts such as the engine, air cleaner, wheel bearings and metal fastenings. Dry off the machine before storing by leaving it running for a few minutes on a flat, clear surface to prevent corrosion or seizure.
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Disassemble the nuts/bolts(1) on both side of the Inferior handle.(Fig.32) Loose the nuts(2) on both side of the Inferior handle but not disassembly completely.(Fig.32) Fold the handle as show in below (Fig.33) Fig.31 Fig.32 Fig.33 Extended shutdown and winter storage Thoroughly clean the mower.
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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.
8. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine runs roughly Choke in the wrong position. Move choke lever to the RUN position. Dirty air filter. Clean or replace with a new one. Dirty fuel valve. Clean the fuel valve. Engine stops suddenly Low oil level.
32 rue Aristide Bergès - Z.I. du Casque - 31270 Cugnaux - France Tel. +33 (0) 5.34.502.502 Fax: +33 (0) 5.34.502.503 Declares that the machine named below Petrol lawn mower FTDT5124VS Serial number: 20240123770-20240123839 20240124140-20240124209 Complies with the following European Directives:...
10. WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identifed as defective by the designated distributor.
11. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank if your product has one. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
12. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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BUILDER SAS 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux – France Made in PRC...
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