Classic 4.6 BA - Lawn mower AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Classic 4.6 BA AL-KO

INFORMATION I MANUALS I SERVICE

(65 x 48 mm) Power 2.1 kW / 2800 rpm 2.3 kW / 2800 rpm Engine oil - quantity 0.55 L 0.55 L Petrol tank capacity 1.2 L 1.2 L Cooling system Air cooling Air cooling Ignition system Electronic ignition Electronic ignition Engine shaft direction Clockwise Clockwise Spark plug gap 0.7 mm - 0.8 mm 0.7 mm - 0.8 mmTranslation of the original operating instructions Caution! Fill with oil prior to operation. Filling with oil (Figure 1)

1. Unscrewdipstick(A)andllwithoil.

2. Screw in dip stick.

Oil recommendations Theengineoilisasignicantfactorintheperformanceand life of the engine. Use oil that conforms to the API Service ClassicationSForgreater. Check that the API Service label on the oil container speci- esthelettersSForthoseofahigherclass. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. The recommended operating range for this engine is 0 °C to 40 °C. Checking oil level (Figure 1) Check the engine oil level when engine has stopped and is on level ground. Removeforeignmatterfromoilllingneck.

1. Remove dip stick (A) and wipe clean.

2. Insertthedipstick(A)intotheoilllerneck,butdo

not screw in, and then remove it.

3. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on

thedipstick(B),llwiththerecommendedoiltothe upper limit mark.

4. Screw in dip stick.

Low oil level can cause engine damage. Filling with petrol The petrol cap is located on the petrol tank showing a label with the petrol pump symbol.

3. Replace petrol cap securely.

Fuel recommendations Use clean, fresh and unleaded regular-grade petrol with an octane rating of at least 85. Purchase fuel in such quantities that it can be used up within 30 days. (See storage section.) Petrol with up to 10% ethanol content or up to 15% MTBE content (antiknock agent) is acceptable. Do not mix oil with petrol. Operation Warning - Danger of poisoning! Never run engine in closed rooms. Warning - Danger of explosion! Do not use pressurised engine starting liquids. Warning - Rotating parts! Keep limbs away from moving parts. Attention - Recoil danger! The starting rope may recoil quicker back to the en- gine than it can be released. Please check the garden tool operating instructions be- fore starting the engine. Start and run the engine only outdoors. Start the engine only when in horizontal position. Check oil level. Tie up long hair and remove jewellery. Do not wear loose clothing. Wear solid shoes with gripping sole. Do not operate the engine when inclined more than 15°. Starting the engine

1. Pull briskly on the starter grip of the starting rope

(Component index, Item 1), then release it gently and let it roll up. Changing the speed is not possible! Attention - Risk of burns! Running engines produce heat. Engine parts, and the exhaust in particular, will get extremely hot.GB 474169_c Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Keep combustible materials away from exhaust and cylinder. Letexhaust,cylinder and cooling ns cool offbefore touching. Storage Attention! Donotstoreengineinfrontofnakedamesorheat sources. Fire and/or explosion hazard! Please read the garden tool operating instructions prior to storing the engine. Let engine cool off. Store engine in a well-ventilated room, not in the vicinityofnakedamesorheatsources. Avoid the following areas for storage: Closetonakedames. Close to heat sources. Where electric motors are operated. Where electric power tools are used. Drain fuel from engines that will be stored for more than 30 days, or add a stabilising fuel agent. Otherwise de- posits may form in the fuel system. Maintenance Danger! Always switch off and secure engine prior to carry- ing out any adjustments, maintenance or repairs. Remove ignition cable from the spark plug (Component index Item 6) and keep it away from the spark plug Carburettor adjustment Adjustments to the carburettor must only be made by authorised service centres or by our repair ser- vice. Checking ignition spark Sparksmaycausereorelectricshock. Use a suitable spark tester. Never check spark when spark plug is removed. Repairs Repairs must only be made by authorised service centres or by our repair service. Only use original AL-KO spare parts! Maintenance and care Danger! Always switch off and secure engine prior to any adjustments, maintenance and repairs. Remove the spark plug cap prior to carrying out any maintenance or repairs. Do not hose down the engine with water! Water ingress (ignition system, carburettor etc) may cause malfunction. Clan the equipment after every use. Take note of maintenance schedule. Follow the hourly or annual intervals, depending on whichoccursrst. More frequent maintenance is required under more se- vere operating conditions. Changing the air lter (Figure 2) Cleantheairlterregularly.Replacedamagedairlter.

and tap on hard surface until the dirt is removed. Do notbrush!Installlterandouterlteragain.

3. Installairltercoveragainandlockinplace.Translation of the original operating instructions

Changing the oil (Figure 3) Check oil level regularly. Check oil level every 8 operating hours or daily prior to starting the engine (see oil recommendations). Warning! The fuel tank must be emptied before draining the oil. Fire and explosion hazard is created through leaking fuel if instruction not observed. Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely.

1. To drain the fuel tank, let the engine run until it runs

3. Place a suitable container under the engine to catch

5. Tilt the engine towards the container so that the oil

can drain fully from the drain opening (G).

6. Place engine back into the horizontal position.

7. Fill with new oil (SAE 10W-30, quantity: 0.55 l).

8. Screw in dip stick.