XL500 - Lawn mower FLYMO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL XL500 FLYMO

Wheel Frame (if applicable) Zum Radgestell gehôrende Teile (falls zutreffend) Chariot de transport ( 1 y a lieu) Wielframe (indien van toepassing) Hjulramme (om relevant) Pyérän runko (jos käytôssä) Hjulram (där sädan finns) Hjulstel (hvis relevant) Armaçäo das Rodas (se aplicävel) Tel ruote (se in dotazione) Assembly (without wheels) Fiting the Lower Handie to the Lawnmower Fiting the Upper Handie to the Lower Handle

1. Feed the hook (A2) attached to the lower handle BEFORE fitting the upper handle to the lower handle,

{A1) halfway through the centre slot of the guide Stabilize the lower handle by lifting the hook (C1) to the (A3), in the direction indicated by the arrow (A4). “parking! position (C2)

2. Maintaining the hook (A2) in the centre slot of the 1. Ensure the Choke Control Lever is on the left hand

guide (A3) turn the lower handle (A1) clockwise Side when viewed from the rear. through 90° to place both legs of the lower handle in 2. Align the lower and upper handie (See fig D) position between the hood brackets (AS). Locate the bolts (D1), washers (D2) and secure with 3._ Insert the pins (B1) and secure with the retaining the handle knobs (D8). clips (82) 3. Fitthe cables to the handies with the cable ties provided, making sure the cables are not trapped between the upper and lower handles. Assembly (with wheels)

1. Fitihe lower handle (E1) to the deck with {he lower. (G4) and locknut (GS) as illustrated in Fig G.

handle pin (E2) as ilustrated in Fig E 4. Locate the lower telescopic tubes (H1) inside the upper

2. Attach the wheels (F1) to the wheel frame (F2) with he telescopic tubes (H2} and secure with the pin (HS) and

wheel retaining clips (F8) as ilustrated in Fig F. retaining clip (HA) as ilustrated in Fig H

3. Fitthe wheel frame (G1) to the deck with the lower Fitthe Upper Handle to the Lower Handle by following the

handle boit (G2), small washer (G3), large washer instructions above in ‘Assembly (without wheels) section. [ Handlie Position ] The handle position can be adjusted using the guide 2. Position as required. and hook assembly. (C2) Parking position

1. Lift hook (C1). (C3) Mowing position

[ Fuel ] Use a fresh, clean, unleaded regular automotive gasoline Do not il the fuel tank in an enclosed area, when the engine is hot or while you are smoking or near a naked flame. Thoroughly clean around the fuel tank filer cap before filing, this will help to prevent dirt being introduced into the fuel system. Fuel should be stored in a cool place away from naked flames.. Do not fil the tank while the engine is running. Fill the fuel tank through a funnel ftted with a fine filter. Never fill fuel tank completely, only fil to the base of the filer neck. When filing the fuel tank from empty, or when the engine has previously run dry, a minimum of 400cc of fuel must be added (to the level of the line indicated in the diagram) to ensure correct priming of the fuel pump to start the engine. Your carburettor is pre-set Normally ne further adjustment is required.

Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SAE 10W-30 Fill with oil as instructed in your Engine Owners is recommended for general use. Manual provided with your product. ENGLISH - 1]

Starting and Stopping To Start your Lawnmower Move the handle 19 îhe parking position (C2).

2. Connect the spark plug lead. (4)

3. Open the fuel tap (K.

4. Move the Ghoke control lever to the ‘Choke” position

{D when starting from cold, and to the ‘Run’ position {N) when starting from hot. Pull and firmiy hold the Operator Presence Control 10 the upper handle. Place your right foot fmiy on the deck and grasp the op of the lower handle with your left hand. Tilt the trimmer towards you (M). This ensures the product is in a secure position when starting and also

8. Pull the starting handle firmiy towards you to is full extent

9. Allow the engine to reach its full running speed then

gentiy lower the lawnmower to the ground 10.When the engine has warmed up make sure the choke control lever is in the ‘Run! (N) position To Stop your Lawnmower + Blade continues to rotate after the machine has switched off, rotating blades can cause injury. Release the Operator Presence Control

2. As the engine dies, til the lawnmower slightiy. This

prevents a ring being eut in your law.

3. When the engine has stopped, lower the launmower

10 the ground prevents an unsightly ring being eut in your lawn 4. Put the handle in the Parking position (C2).

7. Pull the starting handle gently until you feel a 5. Close the fuel tap (K)

resistance, return the starting handle slowly. [ IMPORTANT Before any servicing to the underside of your mac e, close the fuel tap, let the engine run until it stops, disconnect the spark plug lead and TIP THE

MACHINE ON ITS SIDE WITH

THE AIR CLEANER UPPERMOST. AIR CLEANER TIP THIS WAY ONLY [ How To Mow Place the handle in the mowing posi Mowr ice a week in the growing season. Your lawn will ‘suffer if more than one third of is length is cut at one time. + _Keep hands and feet away from the blade, a rotating blade cannot be seen. Mowing on banks and slopes can be dangerous.

Do not mow on steep slopes. Always keep your feet on flat ground with the mower below you on the siope and with the spark plug uppermost to avoid lubricating oil running into the cylinder. + Do not use this mower on slopes which are wet or more than 45° from horizontal. +_ Never push the mower up the slope. Adjusting the Cutting Height Never use more than 2 cutting height spacers. Spacers can only be fitted between the blade and the fan and never between blade and the boit (P). Ensure the Operator Presence Control is released, when the engine has stopped rotating - disconnect the spark plug lead

2. Close the fuel tap (K).. Tum your lawnmower on its side.

3. Remove the blade boit (P1) and blade (P2) as

described in 'Removing the Blade and Fan’.

4. For a Lower Cut - Add spacers (PS3) to a maximum of 2.

5! For a Higher Cut - Take spacers (P3) away.

6. Ref the blade as described in Fitting the Blade and Fan.

Removing & Fitting the Blade & Fan WARNING + Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges could cause injury. USE GLOVES + Spark plug lead may be hot - handle with care. Removing the Blade and Fan + Renew your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or 2 years whichever is the sooner - regardless of condition. + _Ifthe blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a new one.

1. Ensure the Operator Presence Control is released,

when the engine has stopped and the blade has stopped rotating - disconnect the spark plug lead!

2. Fully close the fuel tap (K).

3. Turn your lawnmower on its side with the air cleaner

firmly and with the spanner provided loosen the blade boit by turning it anti-clockwise.

6. Inspect for damage and clean as necessary.

(ENGLISH - 2 Fiting the Blade and the Fan + Before using the lawnmower, always visually inspect to see that blades and bolts are not worn or damaged. + Never use more than 2 cutting height spacers. + Spacers can only be fitted between the blade and the fan and never between blade and the boit.

1. Ensure the fan is located correctiy.

2. Place the spacers (P3) onto the fan ensuring the

pegs (P5) have located into the holes (P6).

3. Place the blade (P2) onto the spacers (PS) ensuring

the pegs (P7) have located into the holes (P8) on the blade and ensuring the blade is positioned as ilustrated in Figure P.

4. Place the blade bolt (P1) through the centre hole

{P9) of the blade. Tighten down clockwise by hand Hold the fan firmly and tighten the blade boit with the spanner provided

[ Spark Plug ‘An oily or carboned spark plug makes starting difficult and decreases the efficiency of the engine. Perodically remove the Spark plug and clean and adjust when necessary. Gap setting 0.028 - 0.031". Do not remove spark plug when engine is hot. sand blast the spark plug to clean it. Do not [ Cleaning the Air Filter Q1 - Air Duct, Q2 - Air Cleaner Body, Q3 - Filter, Q4 - Latch Tabs, Q5 - Air Cleaner Cover Never run the engine without a filer or with a dirty filter. This will greatly reduce engine efficiency and lead to engine damage. Your lawnmower is fitted with an Air Cleaner, the maintenance for which is as follows: + Check the filter before each use. + Clean every 25 hrs or more frequentiy when used in dusty areas. + Replace filter every 200 hrs.

1. Press the latch tabs on the top of the air cleaner

cover and remove the cover.

2. Check the fier is clean and in good condition.

I the filter is dirty: Tap the air filter several times on a hard surface to remove dir, or blow compressed air through the ai fiter from the clean side that faces the engine. Never try to brush of dirt Brushing wil force dir into the fibers. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a moist rag._ Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the air duct that leads to the carburetor.

4. Replace the filter and air cleaner cover.

Caring for your Lawnmower IF you do not intend to use your lawnmower for long periods it is advisable to follow this procedure after

3. Restart the engine.

4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tif the

5. Once the engine has stopped, release the Operator

6. Disconnect the spark plug lead.

7. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.

Cleaning - USE GLOVES + Keep your lawnmower clean - grass clippings left in any of the air intakes, around the engine or under the deck could become a potential fire hazard. Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.

1. Remove grass from under the deck with a piece of

2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from

around the engine and from all air intakes.

3. Remove the fan, See 'Removing and Fitting the

Blade and Fan', and clean with a soft brush.

4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry

cloth. Transporting your Lawnmower + Turm the fuel tap to the off position and transport with the engine in a horizontal position + Never transport the lawnmower when it is running Storing Your Lawnmower Turn the fuel tap to the off position and store in a cool, dry, damp-proof and safe place with the engine in a horizontal position. Service your lawnmower after the last cut of ie year as follows: Atthe end of the Mowing Season

3. Restart the engine.

4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tit the

lawnmower slightiy. Once the engine has stopped, release the Operator Presence Control. Disconnect the spark plug lead. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank, Remove the spark plug lead and spark plug. Pour one teaspoon (5m) of oil through the spark plug hole. Pull the staring hand 2 or 3 times. This wil distibute oil on the intemal surfaces of he engine. Inspect, clean and replace the spark plug. If a new spark plug is required contact your local approved Service Centre/Dealer. Do not re-connect the spark plug lead. Clean the air filter. See ‘Cleaning the Air Filter’ 10.Renew the blade if it is cracked, damaged or bent. Renew the blade bolt if necessary. See ‘Removing and Fitting the Blade and Fan! for complete structions.

11. Use only genuine Flymo parts and accessories

specified for this product.

12. Clean your lawnmower thoroughly_ See ‘Cleaning'.

18.Your local approved Service Centre/Dealer will carry out any service or repairs required. 14.Store your lawnmower in a cool, dry, damp-proof and safe place.

CRE Fault Finding Engine Will Not Start

1. Ensure that the Operator Presence Control is

gripped firmiy to the upper handle. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank and the fuel tap is open Check that the choke control lever is in the correct position-- ‘Run position (N) - for a hot engine, ‘Choke’ position {L) - for a cold engine.

4. The engine may have flooded. Remove and dry the

been replaced, it may take à little time for fresh petrol to filter through. Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose blade boit could cause difficult starting. H the engine will still not start - disconnect the spark Plug lead and consult you local approved Service Centre/Dealer.

Poor Flotation or Lack of Power

1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.

2. Clean the underside of the hood, the air filter, the

fan, around the engine and the air intakes.

3. Check that the engine choke control lever is in the

4. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol has

been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol to filter through.

5. f poor flotation or lack of power persists - disconnect

the spark plug lead and consult your local approved Service Centre/Dealer. Excessive Vibration

1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.

2. Check that the blade is correcily fited. ‘See ‘Fitting and

Removing the Blade and the Fan I the blade is damaged or worn, renew the blade. # vibration persists - do not use - disconnect the spark Plug lead and consult your local approved Service Centre/Dealer. ENGLISH - 3

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Stiling (N) — for varm motor, "Choke"-stiling (L) — for kald motor.

launmower on its side.

7. Remove al fuel from the fuel tank.

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