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USER MANUAL FBM 450 B2 FLORABEST

Translation of the original instructions

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Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.

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General Description 2

Delivery Contents 2

Summary 3

Functional Description 3

Safety Equipment 3

Technical Specifications 4

Symbols and icons 4

Symbols on the device 4

Symbols in the manual 5

Safety Instructions 6

Initial Operation 8

Mounting grip rod 9

Fitting the starter cord 9

Installing the Grass Collection Box ... 9

Filling with Engine Oil and Checking

the Oil Level 10

Filling with Petrol 10

Operation 10

Starting and Stopping the Engine .... 11

Mowing 11

Working Instructions 11

General Working Instructions 11

Setting the Cutting Height. 12

Emptying the Grass Collection Box ... 12

Cleaning and Maintenance 12

Cleaning and General Maintenance

Work 12

Cleaning/Replacing the Air Filter 13

Maintaining the Spark Plug 13

Changing the Engine Oil 13

Checking/Sharpening/Replacing the

Blade 14

Adjusting the Carburettor 14

Storage 14

General Storage Instructions 14

Fold up device 14

Storage during the winter break 14

Disposal/Environmental

Protection 15

Maintenance Intervals 16

Troubleshooting 17

Guarantee 18

Repair Service 19

Service-Center 20

Importer 20

Translation of the original EC

declaration of conformity 109

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new device. With it, you have chosen a high quality product.

During production, this equipment has been checked for quality and subjected to a final inspection. The functionality of your equipment is therefore guaranteed.

The operating instructions constitute part of this product. They contain important information on safety, use and disposal.

Before initial use, please read these operating instructions and the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual carefully in order to avoid incorrect handling.

Use the product only as described and for the applications specified. Keep this manual safely and in the event that the product is passed on, hand over all documents to the third party.

Intended Use

The equipment is intended only for mowing lawns and grass areas in domestic use.

This equipment is not suitable for commercial use. Commercial use will invalidate the guarantee.

Any use other than specifically permitted in these instructions may result in damage to the equipment and represent a serious risk to the user.

The equipment is intended for use by adults. Children or other people who are unfamiliar with the operating instructions must not use the equipment.

The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other persons or their property.

General Description

The illustration of the principal functioning parts can be found on the front and back foldout pages.

Delivery Contents

Carefully unpack the appliance and check that it is complete. Dispose of the packaging material correctly.

• Petrol lawn mower (already mounted)
• Grass collection box
• Quick-release levers
• Spare spark plug
  Spark plug wrench
• Operating instructions
• Briggs & Stratton operating instructions

Summary

1 Upper handle

2 Safety catch
3 Starter cord guide
4 Bottom handle
5 Bowden cable
6 Cable clamp

7 Starter handle with starter cord

8Fillercap

9 Air filter box

10 Air filter (no illustration)

11 Engine cover with ventilation holes (finger protection)
12 Spark plug connector

13 Spark plug (no illustration)

14 Exhaust guard
15 2 front wheels

16 Steel plate housing
17 Lever for cutting height adjustment

18 2 rear wheels
19 Oil filler cap with dipstick
20 Grass collection box

21 2 quick-release levers on bottom handle

22 Rear impact protection
23 Gr ass collection box carrying handle

23a Lower handle of the grass collection box (no illustration)
24 Fill level indicator
25 2 quick-release levers on upper grip handle
26 Spare spark plug
27 Spark plug wrench

28 Plastic straps catcher

29 Grass catcher rod
F 30 Grass collector hanger bracket

H 31 Filler plugs
32 Petrol pump
K 33 Cut height position

Functional Description

The equipment is driven by a powerful four-stroke engine (Briggs & Stratton 450 E Series).

The device is equipped with a high quality steel plate housing, a grass catcher and a foldable grip handle.

Refer to the following descriptions for a functional description of the controls.

Safety Equipment

2 Safety catch

The equipment stops when the safety catch is released.

14 Exhaust guard

prevents hands or combustible materials from coming into contact with a hot exhaust.

22 Rear impact protection

protect the operator from parts that are flung out and from accidentally touching the blades when mowing with no grass collection box.

Technical Specifications

Engine. 4-stroke B&S 450 E Series

Engine size 125 cm³ (cc)

Power input. 1.82 kW (2,47 HP)

Engine speed (n_0) 2900 min

Blade torque. 45 Nm

Petrol tank volume. 0.8 I

Octane rating. 95-98

Engine oil tank volume. 0.471

Spark plug....... Champion QC12YC

Cutting circle 420 mm

Cutting height... 5-stage, 25-34-46-60-75 mm

Grass collection box volume. 551

Weight (inc. collection box) 25.2 kg

Sound pressure level

(L_PA) 81.7 dB(A); K = 3.0 dB(A)

Sound power level (LwA)

measured.....94.5 dB(A); K = 1.80 dB(A)

guaranteed. 96 dB(A)

Vibration at the handle

(ah) 6,67/5,69 m/s²; K=1.5 m/s²

Noise and vibration values have been determined according to the standards and regulations mentioned in the declaration of conformity.

Technical and optical changes can be carried out in the course of further development without notice. All dimensions, references and information of this instruction manual are therefore without guarantee. Legal claims, which are made on the basis of the instruction manual, cannot thus be considered as valid.

The stated vibration emission value was measured in accordance with a standard testing procedure and may be used to compare one power tool to another.

The stated vibration emission value may also be used for a preliminary exposure assessment.

Warning:

The vibration emission value may differ during actual use of the power tool from the stated value depending on the manner in which the power tool is used.

Safety precautions aimed at protecting the user should be based on estimated exposure under actual usage conditions (all parts of the operating cycle are to be considered, including, for example, times during which the power tool is turned off and times when the tool is turned on but is running idle).

Symbols and icons

Symbols on the device

Attention!

Read the instruction manual.

Risk of injury from parts being flung out.

Keep bystanders away from the equipment.

Risk of injury from sharp blades. Keep feet and hands away.

Caution - toxic fumes!

Do not operate the equipment in enclosed areas.

Caution - petrol is flammable!

Do not smoke and keep away from heat sources.

Do not expose the unit to humidity.
Do not work in the rain.
Caution! The lawnmower blade continues to run after switching off.

Caution - risk of injury! Before maintenance work, switch off the engine and take out the spark plug connector.

Caution - hot surfaces! Using.

Caution - risk of injury! Wear eye and ear protection.

Infomation of the acoustic power level L_WA in dB.

Symbols on the filler cap:

Note on t he petrol filler Do not fuel any E85-mixtures.

Caution! Before starting, check the oil level.

Symbols on the oil filler cap:

Note on the oil filler

Symbols on the Tank:

Attention! Read the instruction manual.

Caution - petrol is flammable!
Allow the engine to cool for at least 2 min. before refuelling.

Caution - toxic CO fumes! Do not operate the equipment in enclosed areas.

Caution - hot surfaces! of burning.

Symbol on petrol pump:

Press petrol pump (primer) 3x before the start.

Symbol on grip handle:

Information on starting and stopping the motor

Switch device on (ON): Pull up safety loop.

Switch device off (OFF): Release safety loop.

Fill Level Indicator:

Fill level indicator open: Grass collection box empty

Fill level indicator closed: Grass collection box full

Symbols in the manual

Warning symbols with information on damage and injury prevention.

Instruction symbols (the instruction is explained at the place of the exclamation mark) with information on preventing damage.

Help symbols with information on improving tool handling.

Safety Instructions

This section deals with the basic safety procedures when working with the equipment.

WARNING! Read all of the safety instructions and directions. Failure to observe the safety instructions and directions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Instructions:

• Read the operating instructions carefully. Familiarise yourself with the controls and with the correct use of the equipment.

In case of uncertainties, allow yourself to be given instruction concerning the use of the device and prohibited operations.

Pay attention, be aware of what you are doing and take the utmost care when working. Do not use the device if you are tired or ill or you are under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other medication. A moment of inattention whilst using the device can result in serious injuries.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not allow children or other people who are unfamiliar with the operating instructions to use the equipment. Local regulations may set a minimum age for the user.

• Do not mow whilst people - especially children - or animals are nearby. If distracted, you may lose control of the equipment.
  The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other persons or their property.

• Observe noise control and local regulations.

Preparatory Measures:

• When mowing, always wear slip resistant shoes and long trousers. Do not mow barefoot or in light sandals. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can become caught in moving parts. Wearing suitable clothing reduces the risk of injury.
• Check the area on which the equipment is to be used and remove all objects (stones, sticks, wires, toy) that could be caught and flung out.

• Warning: Petrol is highly flammable. Fire or explosions can result in serious burns:

• Keep petrol only in containers intended for this purpose;

• Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke whilst refuelling;
• Fill with petrol before starting the engine. Do not open the filler cap or refill with petrol whilst the engine is running or the equipment is hot:
• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Instead, remove the equipment from the surface on which the petrol has been spilled. Avoid any ignition attempt until the petrol fumes have evaporated;

• For reasons of safety, replace petrol and other filler caps in the event of damage.

• Replace defective silencers.

Before use, always carry out a visual inspection to check whether the cutting tools, mounting bolts and entire cutting unit are worn or damaged. To avoid imbalance, only replace worn or damaged tools and bolts in sets.
Take care with equipment that has several cutting tools, as the movement of one blade may result in rotation of other blades.
Use only replacement parts and accessories supplied and recommended by the manufacturer. The use of parts from other manufacturers may result in injuries and will result in immediate invalidation of the guarantee.

Handling:

• Do not run the combustion engine in enclosed spaces, in which dangerous carbon monoxide can collect.

• Mow only in daylight or with good artificial lighting. An unlit working area can result in accidents.
  If possible, avoid using the equipment on wet grass.
  Always ensure secure positioning, particularly on hillsides, landfills, ditches or dykes. This will give you better control of the equipment in unexpected situations.

• Always work across the slope, never upwards or downwards.

• Take particular care when changing the direction of travel on the slope.

• Do not mow on excessively steep slopes (max. 10^ ).

• Run the equipment only at walking speed.
  Take particular care when turning the equipment around or pulling it towards you.

• Stop the cutting tool if the equipment has to be tipped up for transportation

over a surface other than grass and when moving the equipment from and to the surface to be mown.

• Do not use the equipment with damaged safety equipment or guards or with no safety equipment attached, e.g. impact protection and/or grass catchers. This ensures that the equipment remains safe.
• Do not change the engine regulator setting and do not over-rev it. This may damage the equipment.
  Before starting, the engine, disengage all cutting tools and drives.
• Start or operate the start switch with care and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Ensure sufficient space between feet and the cutting tool. Risk of injury.
• When starting or activating the engine, do not tip the equipment unless the equipment has to be lifted for this procedure. In this case, tip the equipment only as far as is absolutely necessary and lift only the side that is away from the user.
• Do not start the engine when standing in front of the ejection channel.
• Switch on the engine in accordance with the instructions and only if your feet are a safe distance away from the cutting tools.
• Do not place hands or feet under rotating parts. Always keep away from the ejection opening. A moment of carelessness when using the equipment may result in serious injury.
• Do not leave or carry the equipment when the engine is running.

• Switch off the engine, take out the spark plug connector and ensure that all moving parts are still:

• Before releasing blockages or removing obstructions in the ejection chan

nel;

• Before checking, cleaning or working on the equipment;
• If a foreign body is struck. Look for damage to the equipment and carry out the necessary repairs before restarting and working with the equipment;

• If the equipment starts to vibrate unusually strongly, an immediate check is required.

• Switch off the engine, take out the spark plug connector and ensure that all moving parts are still:

• When leaving the equipment;

• Before refuelling;

• Do not leave the equipment unattended in the workplace.

• Do not work with equipment that is damaged or incomplete or has been converted without the approval of the manufacturer.

Using machines for applications other than those intended may result in dangerous situations.

• Do not work with the device if there is a risk of lightning strike. Danger of electric shock

Maintenance and Storage:

• Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened firmly and the equipment is in safe working condition. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained equipment.
• Do not keep the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building in which petrol fumes could potentially come into contact with open fire or sparks.
• Allow the engine to cool before placing the equipment in enclosed spaces. Risk of fire.

To avoid the risk of fire, keep the engine, exhaust and area around the fuel tank free of grass, leaves or leaking grease (oil).
- Check the grass catcher regularly for wear or loss of function.
- For reasons of safety, replace worn or damaged parts. Replace defective silencers.
If the fuel tank is to be drained, do this outdoors.
- Handle your equipment with care. Keep the tools sharp and clean to enable you to work better and more safely. Follow the maintenance directions.
- Do not attempt to repair the equipment yourself unless you are trained to do so. Any work not specified in these instructions is to be carried out only by customer service centres authorised by us.
- Keep the equipment in a dry place and out of reach of children. Machines are dangerous if used by inexperienced people.

Initial Operation

Caution! Risk of injury from rotating blades. Carry out work on the equipment only when the blade is switched off and stationary.

Observe the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual supplied.

Before starting the device, you must

• remove all transport safety devices,
• fold up the grip rod and lock the quick-release levers,
  fill in motor oil,
  fill in petrol,
• mount the grass catcher if necessary,
• set the cutting height if necessary.

Mounting grip rod

Make sure that the Bowden cable (A5) is not crushed during the assembly of the grip handle.

1. Fold the bottom handle (4) and the upper grip handle (1) upwards.
2. Bring the bottom handle (4) into the desired position and lock the quick-release levers (21) by pushing them in the direction of the handle (4). The quick-release lever should be facing upwards. They must fit the handle so that a tensioning with medium force can be carried out.

Otherwise, the quick-release le- vers must be turned clockwise for tensioning them or anti-clockwise to loosen them.

1. The bottom handle (4) has two separate mounting holes. Mount the grip handle at the desired height onto the bottom handle (4) with the aid of the quick-release lever.

2. Lock the quick-release levers (25) to the upper grip handle (1) as described below 2.

3. Fasten the Bowden cable ( A 5) using a cable clamp (6) to the bottom handle (A4).

Fitting the starter cord

1. Pull the safety bar (2) towards the grip handle (1) and hold it in this position.
2. Slowly pull the starter cord by the starter handle (7) in the direction of the handlebar and hang

the starter cord in the starter cord guide (3).

1. Release the safety catch (2).

Installing the Grass Collection Box

Caution: Do not operate the equipment with the grass collection box or impact protection installed incompletely. Risk of injury!

Mounting the net

1. Put the plastic straps (28) on the grass catcher (20) over the grass catcher rod (29).

Fixing the Grass Collection Box onto the Equipment:

1. Lift the rear impact protection (22).
2. Hold the grass collection box (20) by the carrying handle (23) and hang it on the grass collector hanger (30) at the rear of the device which is provided for this purpose.

Dismantling the Grass Collection Box:

1. Raise the impact protection (22) and remove the grass collection box (20) by the carrying handle (23).

Filling with Engine Oil and Checking the Oil Level

Place the equipment on a level base.

1. Unscrew the oil filler cap and dipstick (19) and pour oil into the tank. The oil tank holds 0.47 l oil. Use brand oil (e.g. SAE 30).

2. To check the oil level, wipe the dipstick (19) on a clean cloth and replace it in the tank until it stops.

3. After pulling it out, read off the oil level on the dipstick. The oil level should be in the marked area between the minimum and maximum marks (maximum: 0.47 litres of engine oil in the oil tank).

4. Wipe off any spilt oil and close the oil filler cap (19).

Check the oil level every time before mowing and add oil before the lower marking point is reached.

Filling with Petrol

Warning! Petrol is flammable and hazardous to health:

• Keep petrol in containers intended for this purpose;
  Only refuel outdoors and never with the engine running or when the machine is hot;

• Open t he filler cap carefully to allow excess pressure to escape;

• Do not smoke whilst refuelling;

• Avoid skin contact and inhalation of the fumes;
• Remove spilt petrol;
• Keep petrol away from sparks, open flames and other ignition sources;
• Dispose of leftover petrol in an environmentally friendly way (see "Disposal / Environmental Protection").

• Do not use petrol/oil mixtures;
• Use normal or super unleaded petrol;
• Only use clean, fresh petrol;
• Do not store petrol for longer than one month, as its quality deteriorates.

1. Unscve8)the filler cap ( A and pour in the petrol to the filler plugs (31). Do not fill the tank entirely, to allow the petrol room to expand.

2. Wipe away petrol residues around the filler cap and close the filler cap.

Operation

A certain level of noise exposure caused by this device is unavoidable. Rearrange noise-intensive works to times approved and specified for this purpose. Comply with the rest periods and reduce the work period down to the minimum. For your personal protection and the protection of people near by, suitable hearing protection must be worn.

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Warning! Petrol is flammable. Start the engine at least 3 m away from the filling location. There is a risk of fire.

Start the equipment on a sturdy, level base, if possible not in long grass. Ensure that the cutting tool is touching neither objects nor the ground.

For your safety: Stand behind the device when starting it.

Check the petrol and oil levels regularly (see "initial operation") and refill in time.

Cold start:

1. Press the petrol pump (32) (primer) 3 ×
   2.Pull and hold the safety catch (2) towards the grip handle 1
2. Pull the starter handle (7).
3. If the motor starts slowly, release the starter handle into the starter rope-guide (3).

For a warm start it is not necessary to press the primer (32).

If the primer is pressed too often, too much petrol will enter the carburettor and the motor is difficult to start.

Motor stop:

• Release the safety catch (2). The motor switches off and the knife is braked.

Knife stopping device:

Regularly examine the knife stopping device:

Release the safety loop (2). The motor switches off and the knife is braked. The knife must stop within 3 seconds.

Mowing

1. Start the engine (see I).
2. Hold the grip handle (1) and the safety loop (2) with both hands while mowing.

Working Instructions

General Working Instructions

• As far as possible, mow the lawn when it is dry in order to protect the turf.
• Set the cutting height such that the equipment is not overloaded.
• Run the equipment at walking speed in lines that are as straight as possible. For uninterrupted mowing, the lines should always overlap by a few centimetres.
• Do not move backwards.
• On slopes, always work across the slope.
  If the blade comes into contact with a foreign body, switch off the engine immediately. Wait until the blade is stationary and check the equipment for damage. Restart work only if the equipment is undamaged.
• Switch off the equipment during longer breaks and for transportation and wait until the blade is stationary.

Clean the equipment after each use, as described in the "cleaning and maintenance" chapter.

Setting the Cutting Height

The equipment has 5 positions for setting the cutting height (25-34-46-60-75 mm):

1. Pull the lever (17) outwards and push it to the desired position (33).
2. Push the lever (17) back in.

The correct cutting height is around 30 - 45mm for an ornamental lawn and around 40 - 65mm for a utility lawn.

Select a greater cutting height for the first cut of the season.

Emptying the Grass Collection Box

Fill Level Indicator:

The fill level indicator (A 24) attached to the top of the grass collection box (A 20) shows when the grass collection box is full.

Fill level indicator open: Grass collection box empty

Fill level indicator closed: Grass collection box full

1. Stop the engine and wait until the blade is stationary.

2. Lift the rear impact protection (22) and remove the grass collection box (20).

3. Carry the box to your grass disposal site and upend it. For easy emptying, hold the box at its lower handle (23a).

Cleaning and Maintenance

Have any repair and maintenance work not described in these instructions carried out by a specialist workshop. Use only original replacement parts. Risk of accidents! Carry out maintenance and cleaning work strictly with the engine switched off and spark plug connectors removed. Risk of injury! Allow the equipment to cool before any maintenance and cleaning work. Elements of the engine are hot. Risk of burning!

Wear gloves when handling the blade.

For cleaning and maintenance work, also observe the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual supplied.

We recommend contacting an authorised Briggs & Stratton dealer for maintenance work on the engine (see Briggs & Stratton dealer list).

Cleaning and General Maintenance Work

Remove the grass collection box. Fold the upper handle bar (1) and tilt the device back for cleaning and maintenance jobs at the bottom side so that the spark plug faces upwards.

Make sure that a second person holds the device because there is a danger of tipping backwards.

Do not tilt the equipment sideways or forwards. Operating fluids could leak out and the engine could be damaged.

Always keep the equipment clean. To clean, use a toothbrush or cloth but no corrosive cleaning agents or solvents. Do not use water to clean the engine as it could contaminate the fuel system.
After mowing, remove plant remains that are stuck to the equipment by using a piece of wood or plastic. Clean the vent holes (A 11), ejection hole and blade area especially. Do not use hard or pointed objects, which could damage the equipment.
Oil the wheels from time to time.
Before each use, check the lawnmower for obvious defects such as loose, worn or damaged parts. Check that all nuts bolts and screws are sitting firmly.
- Check covers and guards (A 11,14,22) for damage and that they are sitting correctly. Replace if necessary.

Cleaning/Replacing the Air Filter

Do not operate the equipment without the air filter otherwise dust and dirt will get into the engine and result in damage to the machine.

1. Remove the spark plugs connector (A 12) (see "Maintaining the Spark Plug").

2. Open t he air filter box (9) and take out the air filter (10).

3. Clean t he air filter (10) with soap solution and let it dry. Put a few drops of fresh engine oil into the air filter.

4. T o install, place the air filter (10) in the air filter box (9) and reclose it.

Maintaining the Spark Plug

A worn spark plug or a spark gap that is too large will result in a reduction of engine performance.

1. Disconnect the spark plug connector (12) from the spark plug (13) by simultaneously pulling and turning.
2. Unscrew the spark plug (13) anticlockwise using the enclosed spark plug wrench (A 27).
3. Check the spark gap using a feeler gauge (available from specialist shops). The spark gap must be at least 0.51 mm.
4. If necessary, adjust the gap by carefully bending the ground electrode on the spark plug.
5. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush.
6. Insert the cleaned and adjusted spark plug or replace a damaged spark plug with a new one (recommended torque 20 Nm, determined with a torque wrench).

Changing the Engine Oil

Change the engine oil with the petrol tank empty and the engine warm. Use a suitable gasoline hand pump to empty the tank. Alternatively, arrange the refueling so that the remaining gasoline is spent during operation.

• Change the engine oil for the first time after around 5 operating hours then every 50 operating hours or annually.

• Dispose of the used oil in an eco-friendly manner (see "Disposal/ Environmental protection").

• Remove the spark plug connector (A 12) (see "Maintaining the Spark Plug").

• Open the oil tank cover (A 19) and pump out the motor oil with an oil pump.
• Refill with engine oil (see "Initial Operation").

Checking/Sharpening/ Replacing the Blade

Only allow specialist companies to install and dismantle the knife.

Wear gloves when handling the blade.

Take off the spark plug connector A 12) and check the blade for wear and damage.
Always have a blunt blade resharpened by a specialist company, as an imbalance check can be carried out there.
Always have a specialist workshop change a damaged or imbalanced blade.

Incorrect installation can result in serious injury.

Adjusting the Carburettor

The carburettor has been preset in the factory for optimum performance. If readjustments are required, have the adjustments made by a specialist workshop.

Storage

General Storage Instructions

Do not store the equipment with a full collection box. In hot weather, the grass begins to ferment when heat is generated. Risk of fire.

Clean and service the equipment before storage.
- Allow the engine to cool before storing the equipment in enclosed areas.
Use suitable and authorised containers for storing fuel.
- Keep the equipment in a dry place that is protected from dust and out of reach of children.
- Do not wrap the equipment in nylon bags as damp and mould could form.

Fold up device

For space-saving storage the grip rod can be folded twice.

1. Remove the grass catcher (20). Hang out the starter cord ( A
2. Open the quick clamping cable levers (21/25) on the bottom handle (4) and the upper grip handle (1).
3. Fold both handles down again. The Bowden cable (5) must not be jammed when you do this.

Storage during the winter break

Non-observation of the storage instructions may cause starting problems or permanent damage as a result of fuel residues in the carburettor.

• Start the engine and allow it to run until it stops due to running out of petrol.
• Change the oil (see "changing the engine oil").

• Preserve the engine:

• Unscrew the spark plug (13) (see "cleaning and maintenance");

• Pour a tablespoon of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the engine compartment;
  Pull the starter cord (7) slowly several times with the safety catch 2 pulled in order to distribute the oil inside the engine;

• Screw the spark plug ( 13) tight.

• Dispose of used oil and petrol residues in an ecofriendly manner (see "Disposal/environmental protection").

There is no need to drain the petrol tank if a fuel stabiliser is added to the petrol (see Briggs & Stratton instruction manual).

Disposal/Environmental Protection

• Return the tool, accessories and packaging to a recycling centre when you have finished with them.

• Carefully drain the petrol and oil tanks and take your equipment to a recycling centre. The plastic and metal parts that are used can be separated by type and thus recycled.

Take used oil and petrol residues to a disposal point and do not pour them into the sewer system or down the drain.

• Ask our Service-Center for details.

Defective units returned to us will be disposed of for free.
- Do not throw cut grass in the dustbin but rather compost it or spread it under bushes and trees as a mulch layer.

Maintenance Intervals

Regularly carry out the maintenance work listed in the "maintenance intervals" table. Regular maintenance prolongs the life of the equipment. It also gives optimum cutting performance and avoids accidents.

Maintenance Work (See "cleaning and maintenance")	Before	After	After 1st5 Hrs.	After 8 Hrs.	After 50 Hrs.	Annual
	Work
Check and tighten screws, nuts and bolts	✓
Check the engine oil level/petrol level and refill with engine oil/petrol if required	✓			✓
Clean operating elements / the area around the silencer		✓		✓
Clean the finger protectionb				✓
Change the engine oil			✓✓	✓
Replace the air filtera						✓
Clean/adjust the spark plugReplace the spark plug				✓		✓
Check the silencer and spark catcherb					✓	✓
Clean the air cooling systema,b						✓

^a Replace more often if there is a high level of dust or heavy dirt ^b See Briggs & Stratton instruction manual

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Fault Correction
Engine does not start	Too little petrol in the tank	Fill with petrol
	Incorrect starting sequence	Follow the instructions for starting the engine (see "operation")
	Spark plug connector (A 12) not put on correctly Sooted spark plug	Attach the spark plug connector Clean, adjust or replace the spark plug (see "cleaning and maintenance")
	Incorrectly adjusted carburettor mix (○ 13)	Have the carburettor adjusted by a specialist workshop
Engine starts but equipment does not run at full power	Dirty air filter (N 10)	Replace the air filter (see "cleaning and maintenance")
	Incorrectly adjusted carburettor mix	Have the carburettor adjusted by a specialist workshop
Engine splutters, stops	Incorrectly adjusted carburettor mix	Have the carburettor adjusted by a specialist workshop
	Sooted spark plug (○ 13)	Clean, adjust or replace the spark plugs (see "cleaning and maintenance")
Engine overheats	Ventilation holes (A 11) blocked	Clean the ventilation slot
	Incorrect spark plug (○ 13)	Change the spark plug
	Too little engine oil in the engine	Fill with engine oil (see "initial operation")
Engine smokes	Dirty air filter (N 10)	Replace the air filter (see "Cleaning and Maintenance")
	Too little engine oil in the engine	Fill with engine oil (see "initial operation")
Output unsatisfactory or engine labouring	Grass too short or too long	Change the cutting height (see "setting the cutting height")
	Blade blunt	Have the blade sharpened or replaced by a specialist workshop
	Blade blocked with grass, grass collection box full, ejection channel blocked	Remove the grass (see "cleaning and maintenance")
Blade does not tum	Blade blocked with grass	Remove the grass
	Blade not installed correctly	Have the blade installed by a specialist workshop
Abnormal noises, rattling or vibrations	Blade not installed correctly	Have the blade installed by a specialist workshop
	Blade damaged

Guarantee

Dear Customer,

This equipment is provided with a 3-year guarantee from the date of purchase.

Please note any different guarantee conditions for the motor and read the enclosed operating instructions from motor manufacturer "Briggs & Stratton" carefully. This guarantee does not affect your legal guarantee rights.

In case of defects, you have statutory rights against the seller of the product. These statutory rights are not restricted by our guarantee presented below.

Terms of Guarantee

The term of the guarantee begins on the date of purchase. Please retain the original receipt. This document is required as proof of purchase.

If a material or manufacturing defect occurs within three years of the date of purchase of this product, we will repair or replace - at our choice - the product for you free of charge. This guarantee requires the defective equipment and proof of purchase to be presented within the three-year period with a brief written description of what constitutes the defect and when it occurred.

If the defect is covered by our guarantee, you will receive either the repaired product or a new product. No new guarantee period begins on repair or replacement of the product.

Guarantee Period and Statutory Claims for Defects

The guarantee period is not extended by the guarantee service. This also applies for replaced or repaired parts. Any damages and defects already present at the time of

purchase must be reported immediately after unpacking. Repairs arising after expiry of the guarantee period are chargeable.

Guarantee Cover

The equipment has been carefully produced in accordance with strict quality guidelines and conscientiously checked prior to delivery.

The guarantee applies for all material and manufacturing defects. This guarantee does not extend to cover product parts that are subject to normal wear and may therefore be considered as wearing parts (e.g. cutting unit, carbon brush, air filter, starter rope) or to cover damage to breakable parts (e.g. switches).

This guarantee shall be invalid if the product has been damaged, used incorrectly or not maintained. Precise adherence to all of the instructions specified in the operating manual is required for proper use of the product. Intended uses and actions against which the operating manual advises or warns must be categorically avoided.

The product is designed only for private and not commercial use. The guarantee will be invalidated in case of misuse or improper handling, use of force, or interventions not undertaken by our authorised service branch.

Processing in Case of Guarantee

To ensure quick handling of you issue, please follow the following directions:

• Please have the receipt and identification number (IAN 291839) ready as proof of purchase for all enquiries.
• Please find the item number on the rating plate.
• Should functional errors or other defects occur, please initially contact the

service department specified below by telephone or by e-mail. You will then receive further information on the processing of your complaint.

• After consultation with our customer service, a product recorded as defective can be sent postage paid to the service address communicated to you, with the proof of purchase (receipt) and specification of what constitutes the defect and when it occurred. In order to avoid acceptance problems and additional costs, please be sure to use only the address communicated to you. Ensure that the consignment is not sent carriage forward or by bulky goods, express or other special freight. Please send the equipment inc. all accessories supplied at the time of purchase and ensure adequate, safe transport packaging.

Repair Service

For a charge, repairs not covered by the guarantee can be carried out by our service branch, which will be happy to issue a cost estimate for you.

We can handle only equipment that has been sent with adequate packaging and postage.

Attention: Please send your equipment to our service branch in clean condition and with an indication of the defect.

Equipment sent carriage forward or by bulky goods, express or other special freight will not be accepted.

We will dispose of your defective devices free of charge when you send them to us.

Service-Center

The responsible "Briggs & Stratton" service is responsible for motor problems on your lawn mower in accordance with the enclosed dealer list.

GB

Service Great Britain

Sertronics GmbH

Ostring 60

66740 Saarlouis

GERMANY

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

IE

Service Ireland

Sertronics GmbH

Ostring 60

66740 Saarlouis

GERMANY

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

IAN291839

Importer

Please note that the following address is not a service address. Please initially contact the service centre specified above.

Ga-Po Vertrieb GmbH

Tomning of graespose. 33

Reparationservice. 41

Servicecenter. 42

Importor. 42

Montering of grayscale

Centre de service. 64

Importateur. 64

47906 Kempen, Germany

Manual FBM 450 B2-CB6 version 1.06 dated 2018-07-11