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Operator's Manual Mulching Mower AS 420 4T, AS 470 4T A From serial number: 420 4T: 032418050001, 470 4T A: 032218050001 Issued: 22 May 2018, V7.0 en-Translation of the Original Operator's Manual...
dummy Intended use Notes on the operating manual The device is exclusively intended for mowing well maintained grassed lawn areas. Dear customer, Any other use exceeding this purpose is inad- Congratulations on your purchase. You have missible. acquired a reliable quality product by “AS-Mo- Observe the instructions chapter for Mainten- tor Germany”.
Contents Maintenance..........Notes on the operating manual..... Maintenance overview......18 Contact ............ Cleaning the device......... 20 Device data..........General inspection........20 Maintaining the engine......20 Intended use..........Checking the engine oil level....20 Explanation of the symbols....Checking the spark plugs......21 Symbols in the instructions......
dummy Inhaltsverzeichnis Notice! Explanation of the symbols Danger of property damage Indicates a possible risk of damage Symbols in the instructions of the device and its surroundings. In these operating instructions, the following Signs on the device symbols are used to denote special dangers. Warning.
Traction drive Type plate AS 420 4T The type plate on the device provides you AS 470 4T A with information on the device type and the technical data. Name and address of the manufacturer Device designation Type designation...
Safe handling of fuel Safety instructions Fuel is toxic and highly flammable. There is a Get informed! burn and explosion hazard! Keep fuel away from ignition sources and do For your safety, read these operating instruc- not smoke during handling. tions carefully.
Danger area First aid When swallowing fuel or inhaling fuel vapours, do not force vomiting and immediately consult a doctor. In case of skin contact, immediately wash with water and soap. Change your soiled clothing as soon as you can. Measures in case of a fire In case of a fire, use foam, dry powder extin- guisher, or carbon dioxide (CO...
Use caution during operation Prior to mowing Danger of injury during motor start Personal protective measures Do not start the engine During mowing, always wear – if fuel was spilled. safety shoes with good grip and long trousers. Do not mow with –...
Mowing surfaces with fire hazard – Carry a sufficient amount of suitable extin- guishing agent. – If side inclination is too great, fuel may leak from the carburetor or the tank. This poses a Fig. 2: Avoid mowing damp grass, there is a sliding fire hazard! risk! –...
Use caution during maintenance Devices fitted with a four stroke engines may only be operated on less than 20° slopes. Oth- and repair erwise, the four stroke engine can by damaged Only carry out work as described in these op- due to insufficient oil lubrication.
Device description Fuel valve (if existing) Cutting height adjustment (40 mm, 50 mm, 60 mm, 70 mm, 80 mm) Air filter Spark plug connector Type plate Guide bar with control elements Bar release Starter grip Silencer 10 Ventilation grid 11 Tank filler spout 12 Oil filler opening 13 Cover...
Height adjustment of handlebar Control elements 1. Release both knobs (3) at the handlebar. 2. Swivel the handlebar to the desired posi- tion and tighten both knobs again. Mounting handlebar one position lower Engine brake lever (1) The engine brake lever is a guard device. Fig. 5: 1.
Recommendations for mowing with Information on mowing mulching mowers: – Mow only 1/3 of the grass height. Prior to mowing, check your device for com- pleteness, proper functioning, and cleanliness. – Do not set the brush height to the lowest po- A dirty ventilation grid causes overheating of sition.
Adjusting cutting height Prior to starting Adjust the cutting height setting only when the Fuel engine is switched off. Set the cutting height so that the blade does As fuel, use unleaded petrol (see operating in- not touch the ground even in case of terrain structions of the engine manufacturer).
Starting Driving (devices with drive) Danger! Danger! During startup, there is a risk of in- Risk of injury caused by tripping or jury caused by the rotating blade. sliding while moving the mower backwards and turning it round. Make sure that no one is within the danger zone of the blade.
Turning Switching off and parking Turn the device round only where the grass Caution! has been mowed already. On a slope, the device can roll Turning round on an even surface: away. 1. Switch off the drive. Put the device on even ground only 2.
Maintenance Warning! Risk of injury due to unexpected movement. When inspections are carried out, the device can move un- expectedly. Make sure that no persons or ob- jects are in the danger area of the blade. Make sure that no further hazards result from an unexpected move- ment.
Maintenance overview Component Action Maintenance interval Device Check for safe working condition (basic inspection). ■ ▲ Clean. ■ Customer service. ▲ Fuel Check fuel level. ■ Is the tank cap closed? ■ Tank, fuel valve, Check parts for leaks and check for good condition. ■...
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Flammable material Remove easily flammable debris buildup from the engine ■ ▲ and the device. Tyres Check tyres and, if necessary, the tyre pressure. ■ ▲ Before and after each use. Annually or every 50 h. ■ By the user when the engine is not running. □...
Cleaning the device Check all parts that that contain fluids for leaks and proper condition. These can be: Fuel tank, fuel valve, fuel lines, carburetor, engine, gears, battery, hydraulic system. In case of leaks, contact an authorised service centre. Maintaining the engine Caution! If the speed is set too high, objects can be ejected.
Checking the spark plugs Danger! The ignition system generates an electromagnetic field. Wearers of pacemakers must not work on live parts. Soiled spark plugs reduce the engine output. Clean the electrode of the spark plug with a brass wire brush. Check the electrode gap (see operating instructions of the engine manu- facturer).
Checking the blade The material weakens, can suffer cracks, en- dangering people and material assets. Ejected Warning! broken pieces can cause severe injuries. Wear or damage at the blades and Unusual vibrations are an indication that the fastening elements can result in –...
Mounting guide bar and handlebar Assembly Scope of delivery The device is shipped in a carton. The scope of delivery included: – The device. – This operating manual. – Tool bag with small parts. – Manufacturer’s certificate. – See operating instructions of the engine manufacturer.
Storage Wear parts Some parts are wear parts. They wear during Storing the device use and must be replaced. The warranty does not cover the following parts: Keep the device in a closed, dry, and well vent- ilated room and out of reach of children. Al- Blades, cutting blades, cutter bars, blade bolts, ways eliminate all problems of the device be- sliding plates, V-belt, chains, Bowden cables,...
Troubleshooting The following table contains the most frequent problems and their elimination. If more problems occur, contact the closest authorised service centre. You can find an authorised service centre on our home page www.as-motor.de. Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine does not start Engine brake bar is not Press the engine brake bar towards the pressed.
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No or insufficient Drive belt is insufficiently ten- Authorised service centre drive when the drive sioned. bar is actuated. Drive train is incorrectly adjus- Check the drive (see Maintenance and ted. cleaning). Clutch is worn. Check the drive (see Maintenance and cleaning).
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The device does not Drive belt does not declutch. Authorised service centre. stop The engine does not Switching off system is defect- Close fuel valve (if existing. switch off ive. Authorised service centre.
Technical data AS 420 4T Type AS 420 4T Range of application (temperature) 0 - 30 °C For temperatures below 5 °C, observe the engine manufacturer's information regarding the engine oil. Engine Type One cylinder four stroke engine Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Type Series 850, IC Cylinder capacity 190 cm Performance...
Technical data AS 470 4T A Type AS 470 4T A Range of application (temperature) 0 - 30 °C For temperatures below 5 °C, observe the engine manufacturer's information regarding the engine oil. Engine Type One cylinder four stroke engine Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Type Series 850, IC Cylinder capacity 190 cm Performance...
Declaration of conformity AS 420 AS-Motor Germany GmbH & Co. KG Ellwanger Straße 15 D-74424 Bühlertann www.as-motor.de Declaration of conformity We declare that the lawnmowers Type AS 420 4T Cutting width 42 cm starting from serial no. 032418050001 as brought into circulation by us conform to all relevant safety and - 2006/42/EC health requirements of the EC directives listed.
Declaration of conformity AS 470 AS-Motor Germany GmbH & Co. KG Ellwanger Straße 15 D-74424 Bühlertann www.as-motor.de Declaration of conformity We declare that the lawnmowers Type AS 470 4T A Cutting width 47 cm starting from serial no. 032218050001 as brought into circulation by us conform to all relevant safety and - 2006/42/EC health requirements of the EC directives listed.
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AS-Motor Germany GmbH & Co. KG Ellwanger Straße 15 D-74424 Bühlertann www.as-motor.de THE HIGH GRASS MOWER AND 2 STROKE ENGINE MANUFACTURE AS-Motor is your premium manufacturer for lawn and high grass mowers as well as 2 stroke en- gines. We offer our customers professional technology for steep slopes, rough terrain, and lawn care.
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