PLM2-46B150 - Tondeuse thermique STERWINS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PLM2-46B150 STERWINS

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Thank you for purchasing this STERWINS product. We recommend that you read the installation, user and maintenance instructions carefully. We have designed this STERWINS product to ensure your complete satisfaction. you require assistance, the team at your retailer s on hand to help you.

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Instruçôes originais 227

EN DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS Read operators manual. Keep bystanders away.

. Fuel is flammable, keep Leyateaian tonte 2) fire away. Do not add fuel

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When mowing, please wear glasses and ear plugs for personal protection.

Toxic fumes; do not operate indoors.

When repairing, please pick up the spark plug and then repair it according to the operational manual.

Caution: Engine hot.

The product and its packaging

Wear gloves. are separately collected in order to be recycled. The machine has upright ‘Wear foot protection. RPM storage function. m9 Beware of sharp elements. Release the brake bar : à Pull the drive bar to ED ) ee engine LE engage the wheels.

The product complies with the applicable European directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was done.

Noise level marking. Your tool noise is not more than 96dB.

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS WARNING: Keep the safety signs dear and visible on the equipment. Replace the safety signs ifthey are missing or illegible.

9. EXPLODED VIEW WITH PARTS LIST

10. EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WARNING: For your own safety please read this manual and engine

manual before attempting to operate your new unit. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious personal injury. Spend a few moments familiarising yourself with your mower before each use. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. lf you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well.

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1. INTENDED USE The equipment may only be used for the tasks it is designed to handle. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.

The petrol lawn mower is intended for private use i.e. for use in home and gardening environments.

Private use ofthe lawn mower assumes an annual operating time generally not exceeding 50 hours, during which time the machine is primarily used to maintain small-scale, residential lawns and home/hobby gardens. Public facilities, sporting halls, and agricultural/forestry applications are excduded.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided ifthe machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

The operating instructions as supplied by the manufacturer must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the lawn mower is properly used and maintained. The instructions contain valuable information on operating, maintenance and serviding conditions.

Important! Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vegetation, planted roofs, or balcony-grown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power cultivator to level out high areas such as molehills.

For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using petrol tools, basic safety precautions, including the

following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit. Read all these instruction before operating this product and retain these instructions for future reference.

WARNING: This machine produces an electromagnetic field during operation.

This field may under some drcumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Training

+ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use ofthe equipment.

- Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations may impose age restrictions on the operator.

- Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.

- Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards caused to other people or their property.

+ Operators must receive proper training in the use, adjustment and operation of the machine, including prohibited operations.

+ While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

- Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects, such as stones, toys, sticks and wires, which can be thrown by the machine.

+ WARNING- Petrol is highly flammable.

- Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.

- For storing fuel or equipment with fuel in tank: store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that have pilot lights or other ignition sources because they can ignite fuel vapors.

- refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling.

- add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

-ifpetrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated. - replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.

- Replace faulty silencers.

- Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.

+ Wear breath protection to reduce the risk of exhaust gas.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operation

+ Do not use the lawn mower while being tired, ill or under influence of alcohol or other drugs.

- Regular checking the lawn mower, ensure that all starting interlocks and operator presence controls are properly functioning.

+ Do not use the lawn mower in the bad weather especially in the thunder rain day.

- The tool can only be used outdoors, and in no case in a building.

+ Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes cn collect.

+ Warning! Do not use the lawn mower when there is a risk for lighting.

-Itis recommended to limit the duration of operation, in order to minimise the risks from noise and vibration.

- Be careful when using the lawn mower on slopes and near drop-offs, ditches or embankments.

- Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

+ Avoid operating the equipment on wet grass, where possible.

+ Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

- For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.

- Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

+ Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

+ Do not operate on inclines greater than 15°.

- Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you.

+ Stop the blade(s) ifthe lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed.

+ Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.

+ Caution: The lawn mower shall not be operated without either the entire grass catcher or self-closing discharge opening guard in place.

+ Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.

+ Do not alter or tamper with any sealed adjustment for the engine speed control.

+ The lawn mower safety systems or features shall not be tampered with or disabled.

- Disengage all blades and drive clutches before starting the engine.

+ Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).

+ Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine.

+ Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute.

+ Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear ofthe discharge opening atalltimes.

+ Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running.

+ Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted, remove the key. - Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute. - Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower. - After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawn mower. - Ifthe lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately). - Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted, remove the key. - Whenever you leave the lawn mower. - Before refueling. - Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, ifthe engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel off when finished mowing.

Maintenance and storage

+ Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

+ Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.

+ After use, the tool must be left outdoors for at least two hours before entering inside a building.

+ Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure; Clean and maintain the lawn mower before storage.

- To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

+ Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.

- Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

- Ifthe fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.

+ Improper maintenance, use of non-conforming replacement components, or the removal or modification of safety components can damage the lawn mower and injure the operators seriously.

+ Only use the blades and spare parts recommended. The use ofnon-genuine parts can damage the machine and injure the operators. Keep the lawn mower in good working condition.

- lfthe blade stopping device doesn't work, please contact service centre for help.

PANLUU Do not touch rotating blade.

PANLU Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.

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4, TECHNICAL DATA Model PLM2-46B150.5 Engine type B&S 625EXi (4-stroke) Self-propelled Yes Engine displacement 150cm° Nominal power 2.2kW Rated speed 2800/min Spark brand CHAMPION Spark model XC92YC Cutting width 46 cm Blade type DAYE263001465 Blade tightening torque 44-—46N.m Oil tank capadty 470 cm° Fuel tank capadty 800 cm°

Fuel type 95 unleaded (Europe - US) 92 unleaded (Russia) Grass catcher capacity 60L Gross weight 39.3kg Net weight 34.1kg Height adjustment 25-75mm,7adjustment Measured sound pressure 84.8dB (A) level at operators position k=3 dB (A) Measured sound power level | 93.4dB (A) k= 2.21dB (A) Guaranteed sound Power level | 96dB(A) Vibration 3.88m/s? k=1.5 m/s?

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5. TROUBLESHOOTING In you encounter some problems with this tool, please follow these solutions. If you cannot resolve your problem, please contact our service agent.

1. Engine does not start: <Filltank with fuel. «Clean air cleaner element. -Tighten spark plug. <Install spark plug wire on spark plug. -Set gap between electrodes (customer service center). -Install new, correctly gapped plug. -Remove air cleaner element and pull starter rope continuously until carburetor dears itself and install air deaner element. -Carburetor malfunction, carburetor adjustments can only be done by authorized personnel (customer service center). <Spark plug malfunction, spark plug connector malfunction can only be done by authorized personnel, please contact customer service center or B$S authorized service dealer for service. 2. Engine difficult to start or loses power: -Drain fuel and clean tank. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. -Clean or replace fuel tank cap. -Clean air cleaner element. 3. Engine operates erratically: -Install new, correctly gapped plug. -Set gap between electrodes (customer service center). -Clean air cleaner element. 4. Engine idles poorly: «Clean air cleaner element. “Remove debris from slots. -Remove debris from cooling fins and air passages. 5. Engine skips at high speed: -Set gap between electrodes (customer service center). 6. Engine overheats: -Remove any debris from slots in shroud, blower housing, air passages. 7. Mower vibrates abnormally: -Tighten blade. -Balance blade. 8. White smoke appears in the exhaust port when starting the machine: <ltis caused by the burning ofthe oil that moves into the cylinder. It will be normal when the machine continues to operate for about three minutes

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9. Mower doesn't move while grasping the self-drive control handle: -Belt malfunction, belt can only be done by authorized personnel, please contact customer service center. <The self-drive control wire is too loose, tighten the self-drive control wire: Screw the adjusting bolt of self-drive control wire to a suitable position.

10. Mower moves without grasping the self-drive control handle: <The self-drive control wire is too tight, loosen self-drive control wire: Screw the adjusting bolt of self-drive control wire to a suitable position.

6. WARRANTY Thank you for choosing this product. Upon designing and manufacturing our products, we place all of our efforts into ensuring an excellent quality that meets the needs of the users.

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, FOLLOW THE BASIC SAFETY WARNINGS WITHIN, AND KEEP IT CAREFULLY.

As soon as you open the packaging, we recommend that you check to ensure that all elements required for assembly ofthe product have been induded, in order to do this, please refer to page 2 of this manual.

Ifthe product is damaged or has some defects, please do not use it, and bring it back to the nearest store.

This product is intended for outdoor use only, and must not be used inside a building under any circumstances.

This product can be placed inside a building only after having rested for two hours after the last use.

We thank you for your business and hope that you will be totally satisfied upon using our product.

We will be happy to receive all of your remarks on our online store web site.

STERWINS products are designed based on the most rigorous quality standards for products intended for the general public.

The products are covered with a warranty of 3 years starting from the date of purchase. This warranty covers all manufacturing or material defects.

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- Ifpurchasing a Sterwins lawn mower with a deck made of galvanized steel, the deck is covered with a 10-year warranty against corrosion. In the event of a breakdown, please refer first to the troubleshooting page (problems and solutions) in the brochure; ifthe problem persists, please check with the nearest store. Your store shall spare no effort in resolving the issue. Repairs and change of parts do not extend the duration of the initial warranty. Breakdowns resulting from normal wear and tear or from improper use of the product are not covered by the warranty. This includes, among others, the switches, the safety circuit breaker and the motors, in case of wear. Please note that there are specific warranty terms for certain countries. In se of doubt, please check with your point of sale. For claims relating to the warranty to be taken into account, the following is required:

+ Providing proof of purchase

+ That no repairs and/or change of parts have been performed by a third party.

+ That the issue is not a matter of normal wear and tear.

- That required maintenance and repair works have been performed correctly.

+ That no deterioration has taken place as a result of incorrect setting ofthe carburetor

- That there has been no forcing, improper handling, unauthorized use, or accidents

+ That no deterioration has taken place due to overheating, resulting from dogging of the ventilator block.

- That no work has been done on the product by an unskilled person, and no incorrect repairs have been attempted.

+ Thatthe tool/battery/charger have never been disassembled or opened.

- That the tool/battery/charger have never been in a wet environment (dew, rain, submerged in water...)

- That no incorrect parts have been used, parts not made by STERWINS, whereas they prove to be the cause of deterioration

- That the tool has not been used improperly (overloading the tool, or use ofnon-approved accessories).

+ That no damage has resulted from external causes, or foreign bodies such as sand or stones.

- That no damage has resulted from non-compliance with safety recommendations and use instructions.

The product must be used under normal usage circumstances, and for non-professional purposes. Therefore, excluded from this warranty are products used by landscaping companies, local authorities, as well as companies offering paid rentals or free loaning of equipment.

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7. MAINTENANCE, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION Before and after each use, check the product and accessories for wear and damage. lfrequired, exchange them for new ones as described in this instruction manual. Observe the technical requirements. Check the level of the fuel and engine oil before each use, add the fuel and the engine oil if it is under the low lever.

Please refer to the B&S operator's manual for the maintenance of the engine parts.

ÂA WARNING! Wear protective gloves when working on the cutting device and close to it! Use proper tools to remove debris! Never use your bare hands!

ÂA WARNING! Always use original spare parts for replacement. Do not attach any other type of cutting device!

WARNING! The replacement of the cutting device should be done by an experienced user! Rework or sharpening blades is not recommended unless it is done by a repair service or a similarly qualifie specialist!

1. Keep the deck and cutting device clean and free of debris. Remove clippings from the discharge chute.

2. Check all nuts and bolts periodically for tightness before operation. After prolonged use, especially in sandy soil conditions, the cutting device will become wo and lose some of the original shape. The cutting efficiency will be reduced and the cutting device should be replaced.

3. Keep the cutting device sharp to ensure a good cutting performance. Replace a wo or damaged cutting device with a new one ofthe same type or have it sharpened by a qualified specialist.

4. Replace the cutting device with a new one ofthe same type.

5. Lubricate the cutting device after each use to prolong the life span of cutting device and product. Apply light machine oil along the edge of the cutting device.

6. Inspect the grass catcher before each use. Do not use it if you find any damage.

7. Clean the grass catcher after operation using water and mild soap.

8. Let the grass catcher dry thoroughly before storing to avoid mildew.

9. Check the performance of the wires before each use. Ask a qualified specialist to adjust it if necessary.

The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage.

1. Empty the tank if you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time {more than 30 days) and before storing it for the winter.

a) Empty the petrol tank with a suction pump.

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7. MAINTENANCE, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION

ÂA CAUTION! Do not drain the petrol in closed rooms, in close proximity of open fire, etc. Do not smoke! Petrol fumes can cause explosion or fire.

b) Start the engine and let it run until it has used up all remaining petrol.

©) Disconnect the spark plug.

2. Clean and grease the lawnmower carefully.

3. Slightly grease the cutter to avoid corrosion.

4. Store the lawnmower in a dry, clean and frost-protected place, out of reach of unauthorized persons.

5. Always store the product in a place that is inaccessible to children. The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and 30°C.

ÂA CAUTION! The engine must have completely cooled down before storing the lawnmower.

- When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or material storage shed, care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment. We recommend using the original package for storage or covering the product with a suitable cloth or enclosure to protect it against dust. - Be careful not to bend or kink cables.

1. Switch the product off and allow the engine to cool down.

2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and empty the fuel tank according to the instructions in the engine manual. lfnot, the fuel could flow down and soiled the floor ofthe vehicles.

3. Attach transportation guards, if applicable.

4. Always transport the product by its handle.

5. Ensure not to bend or damage the cutter when pushing the lawnmower over obstacles.

6. Protect the product from any heavy impact or strong vibrations which may occur during transportation in vehicles.

7. Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over, damage and injury.

8. DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING Be environmentally friendly. Return the tool, accessories and packaging to a recycling centre when you have finished with them. Do not put it in the domestic waste.

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13 | ST5*16 self-tapping screw

14 |" belt protective cover

16 | 8" wheel coverplate

20 | 8" dustproof wheel cover

50 | M8*16 hexagon flange bolt

21 | ST4*16 self-tapping screw

51 | ST4*10 self-tapping screw

52 | 11" wheel cover

23 | right axle bracket assembly

53 | 11" wheel cover plate

24 | leftaxle bracket assembly

54 | 11" wheel assembly

25 | external drclip

26 | elasticretaining ring for hole

56 | 11" dustproof wheel cover

57 | hexagon locking nut

28 | turn down bracket seat

29 | 4*16 ylindrical pin

59 | washing connector

30 | turnup racket seat

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9. EXPLODED VIEW WITH PARTS LIST No. | Name No. | Name

61 | deck 93 | side discharge flap

62 | height adjusting board 94 | side discharge protecting cover 63 | rearaxle assembly 95 | knob pressing plate

64 | handle fixed board 96 | spring

65 | heightadjusting rod 97 | plug-in locking knob

68 | flatwasher 100 | _ left handle bracket

69 | M6*14cross-recessed pan head screw | 101} righttorsional spring

70 | M6*12tooth screw 102 | lefttorsional spring

T1 | height adjusting lever assembly 103| longlod

72 | opening washer 104! locking lever

85 | lockingblock fixed axle 117! 5*20 cylindrical pin

86 | locking block torsion spring 118! locking lever

87 | Side discharge cover fixed plate 119} compacting sheet

88 | opening washer 120 | _locking lever bolt

89 | spring washer 121! upper adjusting gear

10. EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY No.| Name No. | Name

125} M6*13 cp nut 138 | ST4.2*18 self-tapping screw 126 barlimit block 139} grass catcher

127 | upper handle 140 |_ rear cover assembly

129! driving cable assembly 142 | triangle self-tapping bolt 130} handle sheath 143 | M8*25*17 special bolt

133} grass catcher handle 146 |_ST3*10 self-tapping screw 134 ST4.8*19 self-tapping screw 147 | spring washer

136} grass catcher cover board 149) cable hook

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ADEO Services 135 rue Sadi Carnot CS 00001 59790 Ronchin-France

Declare that the product: Petrol Lawn mower Model: PLM2-46B150.5

meets the requirements of the following Council directives: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC EMC Directive 2014/30/EU NOISE Directive 2000/14/EC, Annex VI and 2005/88/EC Measured sound power level: 93,4 dB(A) Guaranteed sound power level: 96 dB(A)

And conforms to the following norms EN ISO 5395-1:2013+A1:2018 EN ISO 5395-2:2013+A1:2016 +A2:2017 EN ISO 14982:2009

Notified Body for EC Directive 2000/14/EC:0036 TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH Westendstrasse 199 + 80686 München - Deutschland

Serial No:Please refer to the back cover page Last two numbers of the year CE year marking applied:18

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ADEO Services 135 Rue Sadi Carnot - CS 00001 59790 RONCHIN — France Signed in Shanghai 06/09/2018