JS63VC - Lawn mower JOHN DEERE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL JS63VC JOHN DEERE

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Despite the identically constructed engine, the performance specifications in this operating manual partially deviate from the performance specifications given in the operating manual supplied up until 31st October 2008 for models in this series. This is not due to technical alterations. From 1st November 2008, we will be using a new measuring method and altered measuring parameters as a basis. The engines installed by us remain unchanged. os: 7.8. 4 /U ms chla g/Lei s tung san gabe /Lei st ungs ang abe - ni ede rl ändi sch @ 8\m od_ 121 664 6894 908 _6. doc @ 591 14 P

1 Model number 2 Serial number 3 Type designation 4 Motor nominal speed 5 Weight 6 Power of Device 7 Year of manufacture 8 CE conformity symbol 9 Barcode 10 Guaranteed noise pressure level Pos:

taking pride in a well-kept lawn is one thing, but if you also enjoy your gardening, it is the good quality of your gardening equipment that you have to thank. With your new JOHN DEERE lawn mower, you have made an excellent choice. This combines the outstanding performance of a great traditional brand with the innovations of modern high tech. You will notice this when using the lawn mower, and be pleased when you see the wonderful result achieved. However, before starting to care for your lawn, please read and follow the important information given below. Before starting the mower for the first time, please read these operating instructions through carefully, in order to familiarize yourself with the correct operation and maintenance of the machine, and avoid injuries or damage to your lawn mower. Always operate the mower with care. The pictograms affixed to the mower draw attention to the most important precautionary measures. The meaning of the pictograms is explained on the cover page. The safety instructions in these operating instructions are designated by symbols. The explanation of these symbols is given in the table overleaf. The designations “left” and “right” always refer to the left or right side of the mower viewed from the direction of movement. The more closely you follow the technical instructions, the more reliably your JOHN DEERE lawn mower will work. We must point out that damage to the mower caused by operating errors is not subject to legal warranty obligations. We wish you great pleasure in caring for your lawn. Pos: 2.1 /..... ..... Sei tenu mb ruch ...... .... @ 0\ mod _111 461 212 870 3_1 521. doc @ 20 71 2os: 2.2 /-- -- ------ 1 L eer zeil e ------ -- -- @ 0\m od_ 111 461 178 714 0_15 21. doc @ 207 0 P

WARNING Keep all persons outside the danger area! Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe injury. Objects ejected at high speed can cause severe injury. You must never mow the lawn if there are other persons nearby, especially children or animals. os: 2.6 /Inn entei l/E rkl ärung der S ymb ole/E xpl o sion @ 0\ mod _111 511 427 084 3_1 521. doc @ 15 52

WARNING Petrol is highly inflammable and explosive. Petrol or oil leaking out onto the hot engine are highly inflammable. Fire and explosions can cause severe injury and material damage. Whilst the engine is running or if the machine is hot, the lid of the petrol tank must not be opened, nor may the tank be filled with more petrol. When the engine is running, the dipstick must always be screwed in firmly.

WARNING Watch out for sharp blades! Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe hand and foot injuries. When the engine is running, always observe the safety distance to the machine which is maintained by the handlebar. Ensure that your hands and feet do not get under the housing. os: 2.1 0 /In nent ei l/E rklä run g de r Sy mbol e/St eine B e nzi nmähe r @ 0\m od_ 111 5116 937 218 _15 21.d oc @ 156 2 P

WARNING Objects ejected at high speed can cause severe injury. Before mowing, and especially in areas covered by leaves and foliage, remove all stones, sticks, wires and other foreign objects from the lawn. Never operate the machine with damaged or missing safety devices. Before first using the mower, check the attachment of the blade screw, and thereafter regularly check the blade for firm seating, wear and damage. Replace the blade if worn or damaged. Before starting the engine, check that all tools have been removed. Pos: 2.1 1 / In nent eil/ Erkl ä rung de r S ym bole/ hei ss @ 0\ mod_ 111 511 702 362 5_1 521. doc @ 15 55

CAUTION The engine and exhaust reach very high temperatures during operation. Danger of burns! Allow the machine to cool down for at least 15 minutes before starting any maintenance or cleaning work. Never operate the machine with a damaged or missing exhaust protection grill.

os: 2.1 2 /In nent ei l/E rklä run g de r Sy mbol e/ Zü ndke rze Mäh er @ 0\m od_ 111 511 713 734 3_15 21. doc @ 156 5 CAUTION If the spark plug connector is not removed when working on the machine, the engine could be started, resulting in severe injury. Before starting any maintenance or repair work, switch the engine off, remove the spark plug connector and key, if fitted. Refer to the operating instructions for relevant cleaning and maintenance instructions.

os: 2.1 3 /In nent ei l/E rklä run g de r Sy mbol e/ Mot orSto p B enzi n mäher, S eiten ausw u rf JS6 3 @ 4 \mo d_1 159 274 389 448_ 152 1.d oc @ 2 110 3 WARNING Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe hand and foot injury. Objects ejected at high speeds can cause severe injury. Switch the motor off and wait until the blade comes to stop: 3– if the mower has to be lifted or tilted, e.g. in order to transport it; – when moving off the lawn onto paths or roads; – if the machine is left unattended for any time; – before adjusting the cutting height; – before attaching and/or removing the discharge chute; – before inserting and/or removing the grass collection bag; – before refuelling. s: 2.1 4 /In nent ei l/E rklä run g de r Sy mbol e/H andsc huh e M ähe r @ 0\mo d_1 115 117 407 109 _152 1.d oc @ 1554 Po

CAUTION Contact with the sharp edges of the blade can cause severe injury. Protective gloves must be worn at all times during maintenance and cleaning work.

• The machine is intended solely for the mowing of grass and lawn surfaces in the course of normal garden and landscaping care (“Proper use”). Any further form of use constitutes improper use; the manufacturer accepts no liability for any resulting damage; the risk is borne solely by the user. Proper use of the machine also includes the observation of the operating, maintenance and servicing requirements specified by the manufacturer.

• If used in public areas, parks, sports grounds, on roads and in agricultural and forest areas, special care must be taken.

• The lawnmower must not be used in particular to trim bushes, hedges and shrubs, it must not be used to cut climbing plants or plants growing on roofs and on balconies, or to vacuum or clear pavements.

• The use of any additional devices not approved by JOHN DEERE is prohibited. If such additional devices are used, this invalidates the CE conformity and any warranty claims. Unauthorized modifications to this lawnmower rule out any liability on the part of the manufacturer for resulting damages. Pos:

s: 4.4 /Inn entei l/S ic her heits vo rsch rif te n/Al lge meine S icher hei tshi nw eise C ons ume r-Mäh erT ext @ 6\m od_ 119 157 567 821 1_15 21. doc @ 403 33 For your own safety and in order to ensure that the machine functions correctly, please read this operator's manual carefully. Acquaint yourself with the controls and the correct use of the machine.

• Please remember that the person operating or using the machine bears full responsibility not only for possible risks to other people or their property, but also for accidents which occur whilst using the machine.

• This operator's manual is part of the scope of supply of the machine and must be handed over to the purchaser of the machine in the event of resale.

• Never allow children or persons under the age of 16 or other persons who are not familiar with the operator's manual to use the machine. Local regulations can determine the minimum age of the person allowed to use the machine.

• Please explain the possible dangers and how to prevent accidents to every person who is supposed to work with this machine. This machine may only be used, maintained or serviced by persons who are familiar with the machine, and who are aware of the possible dangers.

You must never mow the lawn if there are other persons nearby, especially children or animals.

• Please keep your machine in a safe place! Machines which are not being used should be kept in a dry, locked room out of reach of children. Pos: 4.5. 1 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/V o rberei te nde Ma ßnahm en/1 . 1 Vo rbe reite nde Ma ßna hme n @ 0\m od_ 1115 122 597 734 _15 21.d oc @ 157 7 Preparatory measures Pos: 4.5. 2 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/V o rberei te nde Ma ßnahm en/W ä hre nd d es Mähe ns ... S ic he rheitss c hu he ... Mä her @ 0\ mod _11151 2270243 7_1521 .doc @ 1585

• Always wear proper shoes or safety shoes and long trousers when mowing. Do not use the lawnmower if you are barefoot or wearing sandals.

– Petrol is highly inflammable and explosive. Fire and explosions can cause severe injury and material damage. – Store petrol only in a suitable container, and out of the reach of children. – Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling up. – Only fill the tank in the open and when the engine is cold. No smoking and no naked flames while filling the tank. – Fuel operated equipment, which is positioned on a load floor or a trailer, must not be refueld from a filling pump, but must be refueled by a fuel container. – The petrol must be filled into the tank before starting the engine. – Whilst the engine is running or if the machine is hot, the lid of the petrol tank must not be opened, nor may the tank be filled with more petrol. – If petrol has overflowed, you must not attempt to start the engine. Instead, remove the machine from the area contaminated with petrol, and wipe the overflowed petrol off the engine. Avoid any attempt to start the engine until the petrol fumes have evaporated. – For safety reasons, the petrol tank on the lawnmower and the petrol container must be closed again carefully. – If any damage has occurred, the petrol tank and the petrol tank lid must be exchanged. Pos: 4.5. 6 /I nnen teil/ Sic he rheit svors chrift en/V o rbe reite nde Ma ßn ahm en/Vo r Ge bra uch . . . Si chtko ntr oll e ... S chnei dw erk zeug Mä her @ 0\ mo d_1 1151 245 905 62_ 152 1.doc @ 1 584

• Before you use the lawnmower, always check visually to see whether cutting tools, attachment screws and the entire cutting unit are worn or damaged. Worn or damaged blades and attachment screws must be always replaced to avoid any imbalance in the lawnmower. Pos: 4.6. 1 /I nnen teil/ Sic he rheit svors chrift en/H andhabu ng/ 1.1 H andh abu ng @ 0\ mod_ 111 512 479 664 0_1 521. doc @ 1590 Handling Pos: 4.6. 2 s vors chrif t en/H and habu ng/ ni cht in expl osions gef ä hrdet e r Um gebu ng . .. @ 0\m od_ 1115 124 847 859 _15 21.d oc @ 161 3

• People with pacemakers must not touch any parts of the engine which might be live.

• Only mow during daylight or if the lighting is good. Always push the machine at walking pace.

• Please adjust the driving speed depending on the person and the terrain. Increase the speed gradually until you reached an adequate driving speed. Pos: 4.6. 8 /I nnen teil/ Sic he rheit svors chrift en/H andhabu ng/ Bes ond ers v orsic hti g sei n, w e nn .. . S trä uche r... Sic ht beeint rächti gen @ 3\ mod_11 586714 817 22_1521 .doc @ 2 0083

• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other obstacles that may obscure vision.

• Always make sure that you are standing securely whilst mowing slopes. Always mow at right angles to the slope, never mow straight up or down. Please be especially careful when you change direction when mowing on a slope. Pos: 4.6. 13 / Inne nteil/ Sic h erh eitsvo rs ch riften /H an dhab ung /ha ndge füh rte R asen mäh er bi s 25° S ch rägl age @ 0\ mod _11 151 255 747 18_1 521 .doc @ 1601

• Do not mow on extremely steep slopes! Mowing on slopes always involves risks. Your mower is powerful enough to mow slopes up to a gradient of 25°. For reasons of safety, however, we urgently recommend that you do not attempt to exploit this theoretical potential capacity to the full. Hand-held lawnmowers should never be used on slopes steeper than 15°. Pos: 4.6. 14 / Inne nteil/ Sic h erh eitsvo rs ch riften /H an dhab ung /vorsic htig, bei m um keh ren ode r he ran zi ehe n @ 0\m od_ 1115 125 749 109 _15 21.d oc @ 162 8

• Always observe the safety distance to the machine which is maintained by the handlebar.

s: 4.6. 22 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh eit svo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /S icher hei tsei nri ch tun g – S ich erh eitssch altbü gel Benzinm äher @ 0\mo d_1115126 5018 28_ 152 1.do c @ 1 621 – Safety control bracket In the event of danger, release the safety control bracket for the engine brake: The motor and blade come to a stop within three seconds. The safety control bracket must not be deactivated or rendered inoperable. It is important to make sure that the safety control bracket functions correctly. If it does not, have it repaired by an authorized specialist workshop.

– Housing This protection unit protects against injuries through contact with the rotating cutting blade bar. The equipment must not be operated with a damaged housing. Please make sure that hands and feet are not placed underneath the housing. Pos: 4.6. 26 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh ei tsvo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /S chutz einri c htun gen – b ewegl ich e T eil e @ 6\m od_ 119 616 130 247 1_15 21. doc @ 418 98

– Belt drive covers, engine covers These protection units protect against injuries through moving parts. The equipment must not be operated with damaged covers or without correctly attached covers. s: 4.6. 27 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh eit svo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /S chutz ei nric htun g – A us puff s chutz gi tte r @ 0\m od_1 115 127 126 343 _15 21.d oc @ 161 6 Po

– Exhaust protection grill The engine/exhaust becomes very hot. The protection grill protects the user against burns. Do not operate the machine without the exhaust protection grill.

• During the starting process, do not switch on the drive if available.

When you start the motor, the machine must not be lying on its side or in a slanting position. If it is necessary to hold the machine at a slant, always ensure that the cutting tools are pointing away from the person using the machine, although only as far as absolutely necessary. In case of machines with side dejection, do not start the motor in standing in front of the ejection channel. s: 4.6. 33 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh eit svo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /H än de o der Po Füße nic ht i n die N ähe von dre hen den Teil en M ähe r @ 0\m od_ 1115 128 631 906 _15 21.d oc @ 160 0 Never put your hands or feet near or under revolving parts. Always make sure that your hands or feet do not get under the housing. Always maintain a safe distance from the ejector opening. s: 4.6.34 /Inne nteil/S icherh eitsvo rschri ften/Han dhabung /Kerze nsteckPo er abzie hen Mäher @ 0\mod _11151 2877062 5_1521. doc @ 16 04 Turn the engine off and remove the spark plug connector, ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill, and that the spark plug key, if fitted, has been removed: – before you check, clean or perform any work on the machine, – before you remove any blockages or items clogging up the ejection chute. – if any foreign objects have been encountered. Pos: 4.6. 35 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh ei tsvo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /F rem dkör per : du rch Fac hhä ndl er pr üfen l asse n @ 0 \ mod_1 115 129 695 921_ 152 1. d oc @ 1 597

• If a foreign object has been encountered or if the machine becomes blocked, e.g. by driving onto an obstacle, a specialist dealer must check whether parts of the machine have been damaged or deformed. Any necessary repairs must also be carried out by an authorized specialist workshop. Pos: 4.6. 36 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh ei tsvo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /s ta rke Vi br atio n: du rch Fac hhä ndl e r üb erprüf en @ 0\m od_ 111 5129 817 765 _15 21.d oc @ 162 5

• If you notice unusually strong vibrations in your machine, you must have it checked by an authorized dealer.

s: 4.6. 37 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh eit svo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /Mo tor abs t ellen w enn . .. Benzi nmä her, S eiten ausw u rf JS6 3 @ 4\mo d_1 159 274 640 699 _152 1.d oc @ 2112 3 Switch the engine off, and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill, and that the spark plug key, if fitted, has been removed: – if you have to lift or tilt the lawnmower, e.g. in order to transport it, – when transporting the machine to and from the lawn 6– when moving the machine off the lawn area; – if the machine is left unattended for a few minutes; – when adjusting the cutting height; – before installing or removing the discharge chute; – before attaching and removing the grass collection bag; – before you re-fill the tank. Pos: 4.6. 38 / Inne ntei l/S ich erh ei tsvo rsch ri ften /Han dhab ung /B enzi n absp err hah n schli eße n M ähe r @ 0 \mo d_1 115 130 120 093_ 152 1.d oc @ 1 596

• If the engine is equipped with a petrol shut-off valve, this should be closed after mowing. Pos: 4.7. 1 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/W artu ng u nd Lag eru ng/1. 1 Wa rtun g un d L age run g @ 0 \mo d_1 115 184 2598 75_ 152 1.do c @ 1 633 Maintenance and storage Pos: 4.7. 2 /I nnenteil/S iche rheit svors chrift en/W artung u nd Lag erung/Sch rau bver bindunge n fes t ... siche rer A rbeitsz usta nd .. . @ 0 \mo d_1 115 184 3528 28_ 152 1.do c @ 1 645

• Ensure that all screws have been tightened securely and that the machine is in a safe working condition.

Never store a machine which still contains petrol inside a building where petrol fumes may come into contact with naked flames or sparks or where they may ignite. Pos: 4.7. 5 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/W artu ng u nd Lag eru ng/V or sicht, hei ß @ 0\ mo d_1 1151 849 991 40_ 152 1.doc @ 1 650

The engine and exhaust reach very high temperatures during operation. Allow the machine to cool down for at least 15 minutes before starting any maintenance or cleaning work. Pos: 4.7. 6 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/W artu ng u nd Lag eru ng/B ra ndg efa hr ve rm eide n @ 0 \mo d_1 115 1851 366 87_ 152 1.do c @ 1 635

• In order to prevent a fire, please keep grass, leaves or leaking oil (grease) away from the engine, silencer (exhaust) and petrol tank. Always allow the engine to cool down before you store the machine in a closed room. Pos: 4.7. 7 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/W artu ng u nd Lag eru ng/S tei nf lug, Gra sfan gei n richtu ng prüf en @ 0\ mod_ 111 518 531 823 4_15 21. doc @ 164 8

Always check the condition and tightness of the blade prior to mowing. A worn or damaged blade must be replaced immediately. Pos: 4.7. 9 /I nnen tei l/S iche rhei t svors chri ft en/W artu ng u nd Lag eru ng/A usw echsel n, N ac hschl eif en .. . Ausw uc hte n ... Mess e rs Be nz inm ähe r @ 0\m od_1 115 185 636 765 _15 21.d oc @ 163 8 The blade should always be changed by a specialist workshop. An incorrectly assembled blade clutch can lead to the blade becoming detached, which can cause severe injury. Always have the sharpening and balancing of the blade carried out by a specialist workshop. An improperly sharpened or unbalanced blade can cause severe vibrations, and damage the lawnmower.

• For reasons of safety, always replace worn or damaged parts.

• Mower with preassembled handle

• Side discharge chute

• Tool bag with the following contents: – Operator's manual – Declaration of Conformity – Various fixing parts. In the unlikely event of a missing part, please contact your dealer. Pos: 6.4 / Inn enteil/ V orb ereit end e A rb eiten/ 1.1 Fü hru ngsh ol m hochst ell en (Abbi ld ung A 1 + E1 + B1 ) @ 0\ mod_1 125 644 224 779 _152 1. d oc @ 1675 Opening out the handle (Illustration A1 + E1 + B1 ) Pos: 6.5 / Inn enteil/ V orb ereit end e A rb eiten/ Fü hru ngsh ol m hoc hs tell en Tex t JS 63 Hi nw eis @ 3\ IMPORTANT Avoid damage! Prevent damage to mower control cables when assembling handle system. Do not kink or damage control cables. Control cables must be inside of handle and unrestricted before tightening hardware. mod_ 115 873 882 214 9_15 21. doc @ 201 93 Pos: 6.6 /Inn en Arbeiten/ Führu ngshol m hochstell en Text JS63 @ 3\mod _11587 3219069 4_1521 .doc @ 20 183 – Carefully remove mower from packaging. teil/V orb ereitend e – Loosen knurled nut (A) approximately 25 mm (1 in.) on each side of upper handle A1 . – Remove knurled nut (B) and carriage bolt (D) from each side A1 . – Pull the folded-up Z-shaped handle apart and upwards. – When upper and lower handles are aligned tighten the knurled nuts (A) on both sides by hand E1 . – Carefully pull the handle assembly rearward and align the lower handle hole with the desired height setting hole in bracket (C) B1 . In this way, three different handle heights can be set. – From inside pull the bolts (D) on both sides through the bracket and lower handle and screw tight with the knurled nut (B). Use the same opening in the bracket on both sides (C) B1 . – Fasten the Bowden cables to the lower part of the handle with the aid of cable ties from the tool bag.

– Pull out the starter cable (B) slowly and fit in the starter handle mount (C) with a twist motion.

The blade attachment screw should always be fitted and tightened by a specialist workshop. If the blade attachment screw is too tight or too loose, the blade clutch and blade can be damaged or become detached, which can cause severe injury. Make sure that all safety devices are fitted properly and are not damaged. Pos: 7.5 / Inn enteil/ V or d er Er s ten Inb etrie bna hme /1.1 Öl ein füll en (Abbi l dung Y 1 ) @ 0\ mo d_11 152 109 610 78_ 152 1.doc @ 1 711 Filling with oil (Illustration Y1 )

s: 8.3 /Inn entei l/S ic her heits hi nwei se/S ic her heits hi nwei s: Fuss, S tein, A bstan d @ 0\mo d_1 115 212 854 781 _152 1.d oc @ 1529 Safety instruction! See table for explanation of symbols page 3 Pos: 8.4 / Inn enteil/ St art en d es M oto rs /Al lge meine S icher heit s hinw eise S eiten ausw u rf @ 0\m od_ 111 521 298 7875 _15 21. doc @ 173 5 Only start the engine when standing behind of the mower. Never stand on ejection side! Place the mower on a level surface where the grass is not too high (high grass inhibits the start of the cutter bar and makes starting more difficult). Where this is not possible, position the mower in such a way that the cutter is facing diagonally away from the user, although only as far as absolutely necessary. Pos: 8.5 /Inn en oto rs/Starten des Motors Text JS 63 @ 3\m od_115 883174 1526_15 21.doc @ 203 73

– Press the primer pump (A) firmly three to five times (even if the engine has come to a standstill due to lack of fuel, fill teil/S tart en des M the tank with fuel and then press the primer three to five times) B . NOTE Priming is usually not necessary when restarting the engine once it is warm. In cold weather however, repeated priming may be necessary. – Press the safety control bracket (B) on to the handle and hold tight Z . – Slowly pull the starter cable (C) until resistance is felt; then rapidly pull it out E ,– the engine begins to run, then slowly recoil the cable. – If the engine does not start after 3 attempts, press the primer three to five times and pull the starter cable again.

c @ 173 7 Pos: 8.6 / Inn enteil/ St art en d es M oto rs /Hinw eis : W ICH TI G @ 0\m od_ 1115 213 366 156 _15 21.d o IMPORTANT The motor only operates when the safety control bracket is pressed against the upper part of the handlebar. As soon as the safety control bracket is released, this returns to its original position under spring force, the motor brake is actuated, and the motor and blade come to stop within three seconds. Pos:

Pos: 11. 12 / I nne nteil/ Mähbetri eb/1 .1 Tipps z ur R asen pfleg e @ 2\m od_1 144 832 859 503 _15 21.d oc @ 121 93 Tips on caring for your lawn Pos: 11. 13 / I nne nteil/ Mähbetri eb/1 .1 Mähe n (Ab bi ldu ng M ) @ 2\m od_ 114 482 4073 403 _15 21.d oc @ 120 93 Mowing (Illustration M ) Pos: 11. 14 /Inne nteil/ Mäh betri eb/Tipps zur R asen pfleg e M ähen mit V ARIO, oh ne Ant rieb Tex t @ 0\mod_1 115359 314 906_15 21.d oc @ 1783 After 10 – 14 days every lawn starts becoming overgrown. You will realize that: the often it is cut the better and the stronger it will look; since regular mowing promotes uniform growth. Remove strange objects (stones, wood, branches, etc.) from the lawn before each cutting process; pay attention still to objects lying around, also during the mowing process. Make sure as much as possible to mow only dry lawns. When the ground is wet, turf will be damaged easily; the wheels will press deeply into the ground and leave ridges behind. Once the grass has become tool long, first you should mow with a higher cutting height in one direction and afterwards with a lower desire height; you should cut across the first direction. Only cut with a sharp flawless blade so that grass holms do not fray. You obtain a clean cutting pattern when you mow at creeping speeds in straight lanes. These lanes should always overlap over several centimetres so that no strips remain behind. Mowing at the lowest cutting height should only be carried out on level and plane lawns! Please observe that the lower cutting height settings may only be used for optimal conditions. If you select cutting height too low, the turf can be damaged and under certain circumstances be even destroyed. Besides the cutting height, also the moving speed influences the cutting pattern and collection characteristic. Adapt the moving speed to the person, grounds and to the grass height to be cut. For longer grass sections, a slower moving speed should be selected. Pos: 11. 15 / I nne nteil/ Mähbetri eb/1 .1 Mulche n @ 2\ mod_ 114 4824 162 792 _15 21. d oc @ 121 03 Mulching Pos: 11. 16 / I nne nteil/ Mähbetri eb/1 .1 Was v ers teht ma n un ter Mulc hen @ 2\ mod _11 448 3084 053 1_1 521. doc @ 12 173 What is understood by the term mulching? Pos: 11. 17 / I nne nteil/ Mähbetri eb/Was v ers teht ma n un ter Mulc hen Text J S63 @ 4\ mod _11 6255 673 319 2_1 521. doc @ 22 723 When mulching, the lawn is cut and the cut blades of grass are then, immediately thereafter, chopped several times to become even smaller using the special mulch blade. This mulch blade straightens the grass blades and cuts the blades into very short segments which are then distributed evenly over the lawn surface. The grass blade segments can now dry and rot more quickly, thus facilitating the production of humus. This enables natural fertilisation of the soil and also protects against dehydration. 11Gathering and removal of cuttings is no longer necessary. The mulch concept is thus environmentally-friendly and stimulates the ecology. Pos: 11. 18 / I nne nteil/ Mäh betri eb/1 . 1 Wie err eic ht ma n ein en p erf ekten R ase nschni t t @ 2 \mo d_1 144 830 928 671_ 152 1.d oc @ 1 218 3 How is the perfect grass blade cut achieved? Pos: 11. 19 / I nne nteil/ Mäh betri eb/W ie er reic ht ma n ein en p erf ekten R ase nschni tt S T ext @ 3\m od_ 115 321 1430 612 _15 21.d oc @ 177 13 The best type of cut and results are achieved when the lawn is dry because wet lawns can result in a speedy clogging and coagulation due to the short grass blade segments. These clumps of grass lead to putrefaction and mould and hamper the desired ecological result. However, if the lawn must be mowed in a very wet state, then the grass blade segments must be cut even shorter, i.e. the cutting height must be set at 1-2 stages higher as compared to when cutting a dry lawn. If possible the height of the grass blades to be cut should never exceed 10 cm when using the Mulch-Mower. A maximum of only 1/3 of the grass blade height should be cut in one pass. If the results are not acceptable then it may be necessary to mulch twice consecutively. Depending upon the type of lawn and the growth intensity it may be necessary to mow the lawn twice weekly whereby a maximum of 1/3 of the grass blade height should be cut. If at some point the grass has become too long for mulching, then the Mulch-Mower can be quickly changed over to a side ejection mower. Pos: 11. 20 / I nne nteil/ Mäh betri eb/1 . 1 U mbau auf Sei ten auswu rfm ähe r @ 4\ mod_ 1158 906 141 123 _15 21. d oc @ 205 13 Converting the machine to side ejection Pos: 11. 21 / I nne nteil/ Mäh betri eb/A usw urfsc hach t an bau en (A bbi ldu ng Y 3 + T1 ) @ 4 \mo d_1 158 9059 906 20_ 152 1.do c @ 2 050 3 Installing discharge chute (Illustration Y3 + T1) Pos: 11. 22 / I nn /U mba u auf Sei ten auswu rf mähe r Text J S6 3 @ 4\m od_ 1158 837 306 727 _15 21.d oc @ 204 93 – Switch off the engine. ent eil/ Mäh betri eb – Remove the safety nut (A) and the washer Y3 . – Lift and hold the mulch cover (B). – Fix the discharge chute (C) under the mulch cover feeder and assembly support (D) lower to the bolt T1 . – Place the washer on the bolt and secure tightly with the safety nut (A). – Close the mulch cover. The mower is supplied ex-works with an integrated standard mulching blade. The mulching blade functions equally well with the mulch cover or the discharge chute. To convert the machine into a mulching mower again the discharge chute must be removed again. To do this turn the engine off, remove the discharge chute (C), close the mulch cover and place the washer on the bolt and secure tightly with the safety nut (A).

Pos: 12. 2 / In nent eil/ War tun gsi nte rvalle/ 1 W ARTU NGS IN TER VA LLE @ 4\mo d_1 159 190 053 844 _152 1.d oc @ 2098 7 14 SERVICE INTERVALS Pos: 12. 3 / In nent eil/ War tun gsi nte rvalle/ W art ungsi nterv al le Text JS 63V @ 6 \mo d_1 190 206 570 553_ 152 1.d oc @ 3 959 5 Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine. Service procedures included in this manual but not on this chart are to be performed on an as needed basis. IMPORTANT Avoid damage! Operating in extreme and/or exceptional conditions, such as heat or dust, may require more frequent service intervals. Before each use

• Check oil level Y1 .

• Check and tighten blade bolts if necessary. After each use

• Check the blade for damage. Breaking-in period - After first 5 hours of operation

• Change engine oil V + Y1 . Every 25 hours or once a year

• Clean or replace air cleaner paper element W .

• Clean spark plug and set electrode spacing Y .

• Change engine oil V + Y1 .

• Clean the gearbox and the area under the belt cover.

• Have the input shaft hub connector greased. Every 50 hours

• Check the drive throttle cable and adjust it if necessary.

• Grease the front wheel bearing (JS63VC).

15 CARE AND SERVICING OF YOUR LAWNMOWER

– Turn the mower over onto its left side (in the direction of movement). – Remove bolt (A), the washer and the blade. – Check the blade and resharpen if necessary and have it balanced or exchange it. Pos: 13. 17 / I nn d Wa rtu ng d es M ähe rs/A usw ec hsel n des Mes s er balke ns -4 - Text @ 0\ mod _111 536 600 376 5_1 521. doc @ 18 33 – Only use original blades for replacement purposes (Order no. see original spare parts and accessories). ent eil/P fle ge u n – Blades must be indelibly marked with name and/or trademark of the manufacturer or supplier and with the parts number. Blades must only be fitted according to the appropriate operating instructions for the respective mower.

– Remove the drive wheels from the wheel axle after loosening of the nut. – Remove dirt and any grease from the wheel cover, from the free wheel pinion on the gear shaft and the drive pinion on the inside of the wheel.

– Remove grass and debris from machine. – Clean under the deck and remove grass and debris from inside discharge chute. – Paint scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust. – Lubricate grease points. – Prepare engine for winter storage (or when not used for a long period of time) Always keep the machine in a clean condition in a closed, dry room out of reach of children. Pos :

s: 14. 3 /In nent ei l/S iche rheits hinweis e/S ic he rheits hinw eis: Les en, Mes s er, St ei n, E xplo si on, Be nz in, Hei ss, Zü ndke rze, H andsc huh e @ 4\m od_1 159 169 796 358 _15 21.d oc @ 2079 3 Safety instruction! See table for explanation of symbols page 3 671703 97_ 152 1. do c @ 2 075 3 Pos: 14. 4 / In nent eil/ War tun g des Mo tors/ Mot ora bgas e H inw ei s @ 4 \mo d_1 159 1 WARNING Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death. Do not run an engine in an enclosed area, such as a garage, even with doors and windows open. Move the machine to an outside area before starting the engine. Pos: 14. 5 / In nent eil/ War tun g des Mo tors/A ll g em einer Hinw eis l i nke S eit e @ 0 \ mod_1 127 904 0 IMPORTANT For maintenance work lay the engine and/or the mower on the left-hand side (in the direction of movement) because otherwise there may be problems starting the engine. 38314_ 152 1. do c @ 1 870 Pos: 14. 6 / In nent eil/ War tun g des Mo tors/W art ung des Moto rs Text @ 0\ mod _11 153 684 5329 6_1 521 .doc @ 18 79 The prescribed maintenance and service work must be performed on a regular basis to ensure long and fault-free life of the engine. Keep the engine clean paying particular attention to the exterior. The perforated plate of the fan wheel must always be kept free from particles (e.g. grass cuttings) in particular. Never spray clean with water as this would result in damage to the ignition system and carburettor. Perfect cooling of the engine will only be guaranteed if the cylinder fins are always kept clean. 14Pos: 14. 7 / In nent eil/ War tun g des Mo tors/ 1. 1 Mot or-K ühlrip pen rei ni gen (A bbild ung H 4 ) @ 4 \mo d_1 158 929 6146 99_ 152 1.do c @ 2 064 3 Cleaning engine cooling fins (Illustration H4 ) Pos: 14. 8 / In nent eil/ War tun g des Mo tors/ Mot or- Zyl in der ripp en r eini g en Hinw eis @ 4 \mo d_1 158 IMPORTANT Avoid damage! Keep fins clean or engine may overheat. 930455 786_ 152 1. d oc @ 2 066 3 Pos: 14. 9 / In ne s Mo tors/ Mot or- Zylin der ripp en r ei nig en Text @ 4\ mod _115 892 980 265 3_1 521. doc @ 20 653 – Park the mower on level surface and switch off engine. nt eil/W ar tun g de – Let engine cool. – Disconnect the spark plug cable. – Clean the fins (A) with a brush or rag. Pos: 14. 10 / I nne nteil/ Wa rtu ng d es M oto rs/1. 1 Ölwec hs el (A bbi ldu ng V ) @ 4 \mo d_1 159 2696 660 54_ 152 1.doc @ 2 109 3 Oil change (Illustration V ) Pos: 14. 11 / I nne nteil/ Wa rtu ng d es M oto rs/Ö lwe NOTE For environmental reasons, we recommend that the oil change is performed by an authorised workshop. c hsel H inw ei s @ 6\m od_1 199 793 171 487 _15 21.d oc @ 434 97 Pos: 14. 12 / I nne nteil/ Wa rtu ng d es M oto rs/Ö lwec hs el G erä t ki pp en Text JS 63 @ 4\m od_ 115 893 1194 093 _15 21. doc @ 206 73 The first oil change of a new engine is necessary after 5 operating hours, and thereafter every 25 hours of operation or at least once per mowing season. – Before the engine or whole device is tipped to drain the oil off, empty the petrol tank and allow the engine to run until it stops due to lack of fuel. – Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable. – Change the oil with the engine still warm. – To change the oil, remove the dipstick from the filler and lay the mower on its side so that the used oil drains into the catch tray. Old oil should be disposed off in accordance with the relevant local regulations and on no account be discharged into the sewerage system or into the ground. – Turn the mower upright and pour high quality oil (for quantity and type, see technical data) into the filler. Screw on dipstick and check oil (see Chapter Filling with oil, illustration Y1 )!

– Loosen the screws (1) on the air filter cover (2) and lift the cover (2). ent eil/W a rtu ng d – Remove the pre-filter (3) and the paper filter insert (4). – If lightly soiled, simply remove the dirt on the paper filter insert by tapping; if heavily soiled or damaged, replace. Do not blow out the paper filter insert with compressed air. Do not oil the insert. – Wash pre-filter in liquid detergent and water. Allow to air dry thoroughly before using. Do not oil pre-filter. – Reassemble the pre-filter on the paper filter insert and install the insert/pre-filter assembly on base (5). – Replace the cover (2) on air filter and tighten screws (1) securely to base (5). In the worst conditions (large amounts of dust) it is necessary to clean the mower whenever it has been used, otherwise after 25 hours of operation or once per season. (Order no. filter insert and pre-filter see original spare parts and accessories) Pos: 14. 18 / I nne nteil/ Wa rtu ng d es M oto rs/1. 1 Kont roll e der Zündk e rze (Abbil d ung Y ) @ 0\ mod_ 111 536 9306 250 _15 21.d oc @ 186 5 Checking the spark plug (Illustration Y ) Pos: 14. 19 / I nne nteil/ Wa rtu ng d es M oto rs/K ont roll e der Zündk e rze Text 0,5 mm JS 63 @ 4\ mod_ 115 893 221 113 8_1 521. doc @ 20 693 To check for wear, remove the spark plug connector (A) and unscrew the spark plug (B). If the electrode is badly worn the spark plug must be replaced as a matter of course. (Order no. see original spare parts list and accessories). Otherwise it is sufficient to clean the spark plug and set the electrode gap to 0.5 mm. Screw the spark plug (pay attention to sealing ring) into the engine by hand and tighten using the socket wrench. Press on spark plug connector. 15Pos: 14. 20 / I nne nteil/ Wa rtu ng d es M oto rs/1. 1 Vorsc hri fts mä ßiges „Üb erw int ern “ d es M otor s (o der läng ere r N icht geb rau ch) @ 0\ mod _11 1536942 9437_1 521. doc @ 1869 Correct winter storage of the engine (or when not used for a long period of time) Pos: 14. 21 / I nn s M oto rs/Vors c hrifts mä ßiges „Üb erwint ern “ d es M otor s Ge rät ki ppe n T ext @ 0\m od_ 111 5369 463 687 _15 21.d oc @ 187 8 – Empty the petrol tank or allow the engine to run until it stops due to lack of fuel. ent eil/W a rtu ng d e – Switch off engine and disconnect spark plug cable. – Drain off the oil while the engine is still warm. Fill with fresh oil (for quantity and type, see technical data). – Clean grass and chaff from cylinder and cylinder head fins and around muffler. – Always keep the machine in a clean condition in a closed, dry room out of reach of children. Pos :

s: 15. 3.2 / Inne ntei l/S t öru ngsu rsach en und der en B es eiti gu ng/Stö run gs ta bellen el em ente /Mo tor sprin gt ni c ht a n JS 63 @ 4\ mod _11 591 777397 44_1521 .doc @ 20853 Control bracket not pressed down. Press control bracket to upper part of handlebar Z . Primer pump not operating Activate primer pump B . Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with clean and fresh fuel. Spark plug connector loose. Press on spark plug connector or have it checked by an authorized dealer. Spark plug defective or dirty or electrode burnt out. Replace or clean spark plug, set electrode gap to 0.5 mm Y . Excessive fuel supply to engine (spark plug wet). Have it checked by an authorized dealer. Engine does not start Air filter dirty Clean or replace air filter insert W .

s: 15. 3.8 / Inne ntei l/S t öru ngsu rsach en und der en B es eiti gu ng/Stö run gs ta bellen el em ente /Mä her fäh rt nic ht a m H a ng @ 6\m od_ 118 701 374 7540 _15 21. doc @ 387 90 The mower doesn’t drive on a slope (Clutch slips) The primary tension on the throttle cable spring is too low. Get the drive throttle cable adjusted by a specialist workshop. s: 15. 3.9 / Inne ntei l/S t öru ngsu rsach en und der en B es eiti gu ng/Stö run gs ta bellen el em ente /Sc hnitt uns aube r, R asen wi rd g el b, Be nz in JS 6 3 @ 4\m od_ 1159 186 933 167 _15 21.d oc @ 209 03 Po Blade blunt. Have it sharpened and balanced by an authorized dealer. Cutting height too low. Adjust to higher cutting height U3 + V3 . Engine speed too low. Have it checked by an authorized dealer. Mowing too fast. Adjust mowing speed. Insufficient overlapping of cuts when mowing. Tall grass conditions may dictate that more overlapping of cuts is required. Unclean cut, lawn is yellow Lawn becomes matted. A lawn scarifier can remedy the problem considerably

s: 15. 3.10 /Inn ent ei l/S tör ungs ursac hen un d de ren B eseiti g ung/St öru ngst abel le nel e ment e/Ge mulc hte G ras sieht s c hlech t au s JS63 @ 4\ mod _11 591 8539 293 8_1 521. doc @ 20 893 16Blade blunt. Have it sharpened and balanced by an authorized dealer. Mulching rule not followed (cut max. 1/3 of the grass height; the height of the grass to be cut must be lower than 10 cm) Adjust to higher cutting height U3 + V3 . Convert mower to side discharge Y3 + T1 and mow grass first with higher cutting setting. Travel speed too fast. Adjust travel speed. Grass build-up under deck. Adjust to higher cutting height U3 + V3 . Insufficient overlapping of cuts when mowing. Tall grass conditions may dictate that more overlapping of cuts is required Mulched grass appearance is poor: clumps, excessive clippings, rough cut. Grass not dry. Adjust to higher cutting height U3 + V3 . Let grass dry. os: 15. 3.11 /Inn ent ei l/S tör ungs ursac hen un d de ren B eseitig ung/ St öru ngst abel le nele ment e/ Ausw u rf v ersto pft, B enzin, J S63 @ 4\mod_ 115 918478 408 7_15 21. doc @ 208 83

Engine speed too low. Have it checked by an authorized dealer. Cutting height too low for grass that is too high. Adjust to higher cutting height U3 + V3 . Pushing mower too fast. Adjust mowing speed. Ejection blocked Grass not dry. Let grass dry.