54A Economy - Lawn mower SABO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 54A Economy SABO

English Original Instructions

1 INTRODUCTION Dear Garden Lover, Where pride in a trim lawn is coupled with a love of gardening, gardeners really appreciate good gardening equipment. You have made an excellent choice in purchasing your new lawn mower. It combines the power of a major traditional brand with the innovations of modern high-tech. You will feel this when you are working with it and be very pleased with the wonderful result. Yet before you start work on your lawn, here is some important information that you should always observe. Before you start your mower for the first time, read this operation manual through carefully to familiarise yourself with the correct operation and maintenance of the machine and to avoid injury or damage to your lawn mower. Use the lawn mower carefully. The pictograms on the equipment draw your attention to the most important precautionary measures. The safety instructions in this operating manual are marked with symbols. The meaning of the pictograms and symbols is explained in the following chapters. The terms "left" and "right" always refer to the left and right-hand side of the equipment seen in the direction of movement. Your mower will work reliably when the technical instructions are followed exactly. We would like to point out that any damage to the mower caused by operator faults is not covered by warranty / guarantee obligations. We hope you enjoy cultivating your lawn.

1 Model 2 Product identification number 3 Rated input 4 Weight 5 Tested safety (depending on model) 6 Rated engine speed 7 Model year 8 CE conformity mark 9 Hand-operated lawn mower 10 Guaranteed sound power level 11 Serial number

These operating instructions apply for the following models: 54-A ECONOMY (SA212519): with selective motor drive without speed control 54-VARIO (SA222520): with selective VARIO drive with speed control 54-VARIO E (SA222620): with selective VARIO drive with speed control and electric start See the rating plate for the correct model designation for your equipment and the serial number. The section underneath a heading in italics and underlined applies up until the next such heading for the respective model.

Read and follow the operator's manual and safety instructions!

Risk caused by thrown elements when the motor is running – Observe the safety distance / Keep all persons outside the danger area!

Caution, sharp cutting blades. Keep hands and feet away from the blades! - Switch the motor off and disconnect the spark plug connector before performing any cleaning and maintenance work.

Beware of hot surfaces - do not touch the engine and exhaust. Risk of burns!

Exhaust fumes are toxic - do not have the engine running in closed rooms. Risk of poisoning!

Petrol is highly inflammable - keep away from sparks and open flame, do not smoke. Fire hazard!

This appliance must not be disposed of as household waste. Send equipment, accessories and packaging for environmental recycling.

WARNING Always read and follow the operating instructions and general safety regulations carefully. Keep the operating instructions for reference purposes. Proper use also includes adherence to the operation, maintenance and service conditions prescribed by the manufacturer.

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.

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 Petrol is highly inflammable and explosive. Fire and explosions can cause severe injury and material damage. No smoking and no naked flames while filling the tank.3

WARNING Watch out for sharp blades! Contact with the rotating blade can cause severe foot injuries. Only start the engine when standing behind the mower. Ensure that your feet do not get under the housing.

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.

WARNING Objects thrown upwards can cause serious injuries. Before mowing areas covered in leaves in particular, remove all stones, sticks, wires, toys and other objects from the lawn. Never use the equipment with the protective devices damaged or missing. Missing or damaged safety and protective devices are a safety hazard for both you and other people. Before initial operation, check that the cutting blade screw is fastened, then examine the cutter bar for a tight fit, wear and damage every time you intend to use the mower. Have an authorised workshop replace a worn or damaged blade. Have an authorised workshop tighten the cutting blade screw. Before starting the engine, check whether the tools have been removed.

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.

WARNING Electric shock can lead to serious injuries. Never move over live wires when the cutting tool is switched on. Before and during the mowing process, check the area for live wires and remove them if possible. If a live wire is damaged, switch off the equipment and disconnect the wire from the supply grid.

CAUTION If the spark plug connector and the ignition key, if present, are not disconnected during work on the equipment, the motor may start up and this can result in serious injuries. Switch the engine off, pull the spark plug connector off and remove the ignition key, if present, before carrying out any maintenance and repair work. Never pull the plug connector off with the engine running. Risk of electric shock! Consult the operating instructions for respective cleaning or maintenance instructions. Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults.

WARNING Contact with the rotating cutting blade can lead to serious hand and foot injuries. Objects thrown upwards can cause serious injuries. Stop the engine and wait until the cutting tool comes to a standstill; remove the ignition key if present: – if the mower needs lifting or tilting e.g. for transport purposes; – when driving outside the lawn on paths or streets; – if the mower is left unsupervised for a short time; – before setting the cutting height; – before removing the grass collecting bag. – before the mulching plug is removed; – before filling with fuel. Only fill with fuel with the engine is cold.

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

• The equipment is exclusively designed for mowing grass and lawn areas within the context of gardening and landscape care ("Proper use"). Any use going beyond this is considered not proper; the manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from such use, the risk is borne by the user alone. Proper use also includes adherence to the operation, maintenance and service conditions prescribed by the manufacturer.

• Special care is required during use in public areas, parks, sports facilities, on roads and in agricultural and forestry operations.

• The mower must not be used in particular for trimming bushes, hedges and shrubs, for cutting twining plants or greenery on roofs and in flower baskets or boxes, for extraction or blowing on pavements.

• The use of any additional equipment and attachments not approved by the manufacturer is prohibited. If such additional equipment and attachments are used, the CE conformity and guarantee are considered null and void. Unauthorised modifications to this lawn mower exclude the manufacturer from liability for any damage resulting from these modifications.

ROTARY LAWNMOWER (PETROL) General safety instructions

Always read the operating instructions carefully for your own protection and to guarantee perfect function. Familiarise yourself with the operating elements and correct machine operation. Keep the operating instructions for reference purposes.

• Remember that the machine operator or user is responsible for accidents with other persons or their property.

• These operating instructions belong to the machine and must be handed over to the new owner in the event of the machine being sold.

• Never allow children and persons under 16 years of age or other persons not familiar with the operating instructions to use the machine. Local regulations can specify the minimum age of the user.

• Explain the potential hazards and how to avoid accidents to all those who are to use the equipment. This equipment may only be used, serviced and repaired by persons who are familiar with it and have been informed about the hazards.

• This equipment is not intended to be used by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental aptitude or lack of experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety and have received instructions from this person as to how the equipment is used. This supervisor must decide in advance whether the person with limited physical, sensory or mental aptitude is suitable for this task.

Never use the mower while persons, particularly children, or animals are nearby.

• Keep your machine safely! Unused equipment should be kept in dry, closed rooms inaccessible to children.

• Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled.

• The laying of cables must not be manipulated, e.g. by removing cable clamps or attaching additional cable ties! The cables must lie against the outside of the bar in such a way that they are neither crushed nor overstretched when the bar is folded. A damaged cable may result in a technical defect of the equipment. Preparatory measures

• When mowing, you must always wear a strong, closed, non-slip pair of shoes or safety shoes and long trousers. Avoid wearing loose clothing or clothing with cords or belts hanging down. Do not mow whilst you are barefooted or wearing sandals. Wear protective goggles to protect your eyes.

• Loud noises can lead to hearing impairments. Wear ear protection.4

Before and during mowing, check the whole area the equipment is being used on and remove all stones, sticks, wires, toys and other objects which can be caught and catapulted out.

Before and during the mowing process, check the area for live wires and remove them if possible. Never move over live wires when the cutting tool is switched on. Risk of electric shock! If a live wire is damaged, switch off the equipment and disconnect the wire from the supply grid.

• If you also use a mowing robot for lawn care, the following safety instructions must be heeded with regard to the working area of the mowing robot: – Before mowing on these areas, always check the range of the boundary wire. – If the wires are laid in the ground they must be checked, no wires may be visible, with particular attention necessary at the charging station. – If the boundary wires are laid above ground they should be routed tight directly on the ground and not lie loose in the grass. The wires must be sufficiently fixed using boundary staples, see the operating manual. – The boundary staples must not project, if this is the case push them firmly in place. – Remove any residual wires before starting to mow. In the cases described above, there is a risk of the wire being pulled in and wound up by the tool; this can lead to serious injury.

• Low-hanging branches and similar obstacles can injure the operator or interfere with the mowing operation. Before mowing, identify potential obstacles such as low-hanging branches, and trim back or remove those obstacles. WARNING

– 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 refuelled from a filling pump, but must be refuelled 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 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.

• Before use, always carry out a visual inspection to see whether the cutting tool, attachment screws and the complete cutting unit are worn or damaged. To avoid unbalance, worn or damaged blades and attachment screws must be replaced by an authorised workshop.

• The condition of the pictograms must be checked every time the device is used. Worn or damaged pictograms must be replaced. Handling

• The machine must not be operated in potentially explosive surroundings.

• The internal combustion engine must never be used in enclosed rooms in which dangerous exhaust fumes can build up - danger of poisoning.

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

• Attention! Do not operate the unit in front of the extraction openings of air conditioning systems.

• Do not mow in bad weather when lightning could strike.

• Never remove the spark plug connector when the motor is running. Risk: Electric shock!

• Disconnect the spark plug connector only when the engine has cooled down. Danger of burns!

• Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service and operation requires your full attention.

• 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 speed gradually until you have reached a suitable driving speed, switch the motor drive off if necessary.

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

• Do not move too closely to holes, trenches and banks. The equipment can suddenly topple over when a wheel suddenly gives way over the edge of a trench or a bank or when an edge suddenly yields.

• Please be careful when mowing underneath playground equipment (e.g. swings). The equipment could get into an unsafe position. This may result in risk of injury.

• Do not operate the equipment when you are sick, tired or under the influence of alcohol, medicine or drugs.

• Avoid using the machine if possible on wet grass, in order to avoid the danger of slipping.

• 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.

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes! Mowing slopes always means additional risks. Your lawnmower is powerful enough to mow on slopes with a gradient of up to 46% (25° angle of slope). For safety reasons, however, we urgently recommend you do not exploit this theoretical performance potential. Always make sure you have a firm stance. Manually guided lawnmowers should never be used for slopes with a gradient in excess of 26% (15° angle of slope). Stability may be lost.

• Please be especially careful when turning the machine or pulling it towards yourself.

• If you walk backwards whilst using the machine, you can easily stumble so this should be avoided. Avoid unnatural body positions. Ensure that you are standing securely and keep your balance at all times.

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

• In order to avoid the machine slipping when being carried, always hold the machine by the grip devices provided (carrying handle, housing, handlebar ends or transverse bar of the lower handlebar section). Do not grasp the machine by the ejection flap!

• Note the weight of the machine before lifting or carrying it (see technical data). Lifting heavy weights can lead to health problems.

• Never lift or carry the machine when the engine is running.

• Never use the machine with safety and protective devices damaged or missing. Missing or damaged safety and protective devices are a safety hazard for both you and other people. Safety equipment includes (see chapter Component description):

– Motor stop safety control bar (1) The lawn mower is equipped with a motor stop device. During operation and in the event of a hazard, the engine is switched off by releasing the motor stop bar. The engine and the blade must come to a standstill within 3 seconds. After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component description" diagram. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Risk of injury! If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised workshop. Measuring run-on time After the engine has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard. The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the engine has been stopped, it can be measured using a stopwatch. The function of the safety control bar must never be put out of operation. It is important to make sure that the safety control bar functions5 correctly. If this is not the case, have it repaired by an authorised specialist workshop.

Protective equipment includes (see chapter Component description):

– Housing, grass collecting bag, ejection flap (13) and deflector plate The protective devices protect the user against objects being ejected at high speed. The machine must not be operated with a damaged housing or without a properly fitted collecting bag or deflector plate, or ejection flap on the housing.

– 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.

– Belt drive covers (11), engine covers (5) These protection units protect against injuries through moving parts. The equipment must not be operated with damaged covers or without correctly attached covers.

– Exhaust protection grill (10) The engine/exhaust becomes very hot. The protection grill protects the user against burns. Do not operate the machine without the exhaust protection grill.

The safety devices must not be modified.

• Do not change the basic settings of the engine or operate the engine at excessive speed.

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

When you start the machine, make sure that your feet are at a sufficiently safe distance away from the cutting blades.

When the engine is started, the machine must not be tilted on end, if necessary it must be tilted by pressing the guide bar down so that the cutting tool is pointing in the direction away from the user, but only as far as absolutely necessary. For as long as the equipment has not been lowered to the ground again, both your hands must be on the top part of the bar. Do not start the engine when persons or animals are standing in front of the mower. When using equipment with a side ejector, do not start the engine when you are standing in front of the ejector channel or other people/animals are located in the ejection area.

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.

Stop the engine by releasing the motor stop bar, disconnect the spark-plug connector, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill and the ignition key, if there is one, has been removed: – if you intend to leave the machine; – before you inspect, clean or carry out work on the machine; – before unblocking jams or removing blockages in the ejection channel; – if a foreign body has been encountered. – when the machine starts to vibrate strangely.

• 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.

• If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises, please have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Heavy vibrations on your hands can damage your health. Please contact an authorised workshop immediately if heavy vibrations occur.

• WARNING The noise and vibration levels shown in these operating instructions are the maximum levels for use of the machine. The use of an unbalanced cutting element, the excessive speed of movement, or the absence of maintenance have a significant influence on noise emissions and vibrations. Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive steps to eliminate possible damage due to high levels of noise and stress from vibration. Maintain the machine well, wear ear protection devices, and take breaks while working. Adhere to the maintenance work listed in this operating manual and have the equipment checked and serviced regularly by an authorised workshop.

Stop the engine by releasing the motor stop bar, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill and the ignition key, if there is one, has been removed, – if you have to lift or tilt the mower e.g. for transport purposes; – when you need to transport the machine to and from the area to be mowed – when driving off the lawn; – if you have to leave the machine for a short time; – when you wish to adjust the cutting height; – before you remove the grass collecting bag; – before you remove the mulching plug; – before you fill it with fuel. Only refill when the engine is cold!

• If the engine is equipped with a petrol shut-off valve, this should be closed after mowing. Maintenance and storage

• Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults.

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

The ejection flap must only be opened and the grass collector or mulch stopper removed when the engine is turned off.

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.

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.

• To avoid a fire hazard, keep the engine, muffler (exhaust) and fuel tank free of grass, leaves or escaping oil (grease). When tilting the machine upwards or placing it on its side, make sure no oil or petrol escapes. Fire hazard! Allow the engine to cool down before you store the machine in closed rooms. Do not store the machine near open flames or sources of fire such as boilers or heating systems.

Before you start mowing, always check the grass collecting equipment for wear or loss of functionality.

Before you start mowing, always check the condition and firm attachment of the cutting blade. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. A worn or damaged blade must always be replaced.

Changing, regrinding and balancing the cutting blade must be carried out by an authorised professional workshop. A wrongly assembled cutting blade coupling can allow the cutting blade bar to get loose and cause severe injuries. An improperly ground and imbalanced cutting blade can cause strong vibrations and damage the lawn mower.

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

Protective gloves must be worn at all times during maintenance and cleaning work.

• When handling operating fluids, such as engine oil and fuel, suitable protective equipment (e.g. suitable protective gloves) must be worn. The data sheets of the operating fluids must be observed.

Maintenance and cleaning work may only be carried out on level surfaces with the engine switched off, spark plug connector disconnected and ignition key removed (if present). Regular maintenance is essential for safety and top performance.

• Never remove the spark plug connector when the motor is running! Risk: Electric shock.

• Disconnect the spark plug connector only when the engine has cooled down. Danger of burns!6

• Make sure that the spark plug connector is firmly seated! Risk: Electric shock.

• If the tank has to be emptied, this should be done in the open, and with a cold engine. Take care to ensure that no fuel is spilt.

Always store the equipment in a clean state in a closed, dry room and inaccessible to children. Always remove the ignition key (if present) during storage, to prevent unauthorised actuation of the starter or mower.

For reasons of warranty and safety, only genuine spare parts may be used. Non-equivalent spare parts can damage the machine and are a safety hazard.

1 Safety control bar for motor stop 2 Vario actuation (depending on the model) 3 Drive control bar 4 Tank cap 5 Engine cover 6 Cutting height setting 7 Air filter 8 Carrying handle 9 Spark plug 10 Exhaust protection grid 11 Belt drive covers 12 Oil refill neck with dipstick 13 Ejector flap 14 Fast release (depending on the model) 15 Starter cable handle 16 Starter key (depending on the model)

8 PREPARATION The following unit parts are included in the package for mower assembly:

• Mower with pre-assembled guide bar

• Grass catch, collecting bag frame

• Tool bag containing the following: – Operator’s manual with Declaration of Conformity – Warranty conditions (depending on model) – Diverse attachment parts. Should a part be missing, please contact your professional dealership. NOTE Always remove the spark plug connector before fitting the bar and the starter cable holder. Following assembly, at the latest before starting the engine, push the spark plug connector back in place. Raise the handlebar (Illustration A1 + B1 + V4 ) IMPORTANT Make sure the throttle cables are not kinked or jammed when lifting the handlebars. IMPORTANT Make sure that the cables are not pinched, squeezed, twisted or overstretched when the handlebars are folded apart or collapsed! Always run the cables along the outside of the bar connection. A damaged cable may result in a technical defect of the equipment. Pull the handlebar which is collapsed in a Z-shape upwards into place in the following sequence: – First lift the bottom part of the handlebar A1 , push the ends of this bottom part as far apart as necessary for the locking cams facing the inside to lock into the respective bore holes B1 . Three different handlebar heights can be set. – Tighten the handle nuts on both sides by hand B1 . – Lift the top part of the handlebar until the top part and the bottom part of the handlebar are on the same level. Illustration V4 : – The quick releases for attachment of the top part and the bottom part of the handlebar are preset by the manufacturer.

1. Pull the quick releases upwards to the handlebar.

2. Tighten the screws hand-tight.

3. Open the quick releases.

4. Tighten the screws by a quarter to a half of a turn.

5. Pull the quick releases up again and check whether the bars are tightly

connected, correct again if necessary. – Keep this setting. If the tension slacks over time, the screws have to be tightened again. CAUTION When you activate the bar height adjustment, when loosening the grip nuts B1 used to secure the bar bottom to the housing (only loosen sufficiently to ensure that the bar can be moved freely) and snapping the locking cams out of the drilled holes on the connecting bar, it is possible that unintentional upsetting of the bar may occur. In addition, this may result in crushed points between the bar bottom and the bar connection/housing. This may result in a risk of injury! Handle starter assembly (Illustration L1 ) – Remove the starter cable holder (1) from the tool bag. – Unscrew the nut until the two halves can be pushed over the bar. – There is a sticker (2) on the top bar showing the position of the starter cable holder. NOTE For reasons of safety, the starter cable holder may only be fitted in the prescribed position. – Push the motor stop safety control bar (3) onto the top part of the bar (4) and hold it tight, pull the starter cable (5) out and insert it into the starter cable holder. – Fit the two halves (6) together, tighten the nut again. This prevents the starter cable popping out. The starter cable holder must be fitted / aligned in such a way that the starter cable is freely accessible and does not rub against any other parts. Attaching the grass collector to the mower (Illustration R1 + S1 ) – First insert the grass bag frame with the clip forward into the grass bag. Please make sure that the protective corners of the collection material cover the back corners of the collecting bag frame. Align the upper seams of the bag with the clip. – Press the retaining profiles of the collecting sack onto the bars of the collecting sack frame R1 . – Open the ejection flap of the mower upwards. – Pick up the collecting sack by the carrying strap, place the chute (1) R1 at the collecting sack opening into the ejection flap and hang it in the mower casing with its two side hooks upwards S1 . – Attach ejection flap to collector. Adjusting the cutting height (Illustration I )

You can set the desired cutting height with the adjustment lever (1) on the left of the mower. – Pull the lever out of the catch and latch again after a lateral move into the desired position. – The marking on the left of the housing indicates the cutting height. IMPORTANT Mowing at the lowest cutting height should only be carried out on level and plane lawns! Please note that the lower cutting height settings may only be used for optimum7 conditions. If you select cutting height that is too low, the turf may be damaged and under certain circumstances even destroyed. Besides the cutting height, the driving speed also influences the cutting pattern and collection result. Adapt the cutting height and driving speed to the grass height to be cut, the motor drive may not need to be switched on. Fitting the charged starter battery (only for electro-start) (Illustration J3 + V1 + U1 ) – Removers the screw (1) (TORX T30) behind the motor, and remove the battery cover (2) J3 . – Place the battery on the battery retainer behind the engine, making sure that the connecting cable is pointing to the right V1 . – Thread the two clips of the battery cover into the battery retainer grooves and carefully close the cover with the (TORX T30) screw, at the same time feeding out the cable through the groove in the cover. – Connect the battery plug with the counter-plug of the cable form before mowing U1 . To charge the battery, see section “Charging the starter battery”.

Check all screw connections and the spark plug connector for a tight fit. Tighten the screws if necessary! Attachment of the cutter bar must be checked in particular (refer here to the chapter "Cutter bar care"). The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. The lawn mower is equipped with a motor stop device. Before using the equipment for the first time, make sure that the motor stop safety control bar is working perfectly. When the control bar is released, the motor and cutter bar must come to a standstill within three seconds. After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component description" diagram. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Risk of injury! If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised workshop. Measuring run-on time After the engine has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard. The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the engine has been stopped, it can be measured using a stopwatch. Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled! Make sure that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged. Charging the starter battery (only for electro-start) – The starter battery is a maintenance-free dry battery – Prior to the initial start-up, it should be charged with the original charger for approx. 24 hours. For safety reasons and to avoid battery damage, the battery may only be charged within a building in dry rooms and not in direct sunlight. – To avoid unnecessary power consumption, disconnect the power plug from the charger after charging and disconnect the battery from the charger. – Avoid storing discharged batteries for a long time without charging them. – So that your battery is always ready-to-operate, we recommend you always charge the battery for approx. 24 hours prior to and after each mowing season. Avoid total discharges since this may result in a battery failure. – To prevent unauthorised use of the mower, especially by children, always remove the ignition key and disconnect the cable which leads from the battery to the starter motor by removing the battery plug from the mating plug of the cable harness when you store the lawn mower until the next mowing. However, you should do this at least before you store the mower for the winter break. – Store the battery in a dry, cool and frost-protected room. NOTE The battery can be charged in the assembled or disassembled state. Charger (Illustration R4 ) The charger is made up of two parts and must be put together before initial use. Insert the country-specific plug (1) into the charger (2) and push it forwards until it clicks into place. IMPORTANT Use the charger supplied only for charging the respective mower battery. Equally, do not try to charge your mower using a different charger. You could endanger yourself or damage your equipment. For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the charger, it may only be used indoors and in dry rooms and the battery must not be charged in direct sunlight. Chafed or bent connection cables on the plug-charger can lead to an excessive cable load. Chargers with damaged cables must be replaced. Charging in assembled state (Illustration X1 ) – Remove the battery cable from the cable harness. – Connect the battery cable to the original charging device and plug the charging device into a 230 V socket. Charging the battery in disassembled state (Illustration W1 ) Removing the battery – To remove the battery, take off the battery cable from the cable harness, unscrew the (TORX T30) screw, take off the cover and take out the battery. – Connect the battery cable to the original charging device and plug the charging device into a 230 V socket. IMPORTANT Please do not connect the charger to the plug connector of the cable harness since this can lead to a fault in the charger. NOTE The red warning light on the charger lights up during the charging process and goes out after charging has finished. – After charging the battery, refasten to the battery holder (if the battery was dismounted for charging). Reconnect the battery cable to the cable harness prior to mowing. NOTE As soon as the battery must be renewed for reasons of age or mechanical damage, it should be handed in as hazardous waste to public collection points of your community or your authorized dealer for proper disposal. Filling with oil (Illustration Y1 )

IMPORTANT Avoid damage! Engine is delivered without oil. You must add oil before running the engine. Before starting the engine for the first time, use a funnel to fill motor oil (quantity and quality see technical data) having unscrewed the dipstick in this opening first. – Set the mower on level ground. – Slowly fill oil through the filler neck. Do not overfill. After filling the oil, wait for about one minute and then check the oil level. Insert the dipstick and screw it tight. – Check oil level Remove the dipstick. Use a clean cloth to wipe off the dipstick, then insert it again and screw tightly. Then pull the dipstick out again and read off the oil level. The oil must be at the full mark at the top (arrow). Replenish oil if necessary. The oil level must not be higher than the full mark, however. Insert the dipstick again and tighten. – After initial filling, remove the "NO OIL" sign from the top of the engine. Filling with fuel

– Only fill the tank with fresh and clean unleaded standard petrol. Fuel with up to 10% ethanol is acceptable. – Unscrew tank cap. – Fill tank with fuel using a funnel up to max. lower edge of filling nozzle. – Replace tank cap and screw tight.8

Only start the engine when you are standing behind the mower. Always place the mower on a level area which is not covered with high grass (if the grass is too high it will block the cutter bar start-up and make starting the mower more difficult). When the engine is started, the machine must not be tilted on end, if necessary it must be tilted by pressing the guide bar down so that the cutting tool is pointing in the direction away from the user, but only as far as absolutely necessary. As long as the mower has not been lowered to the ground again, both your hands must be on the top part of the bar. CAUTION Hold the starter cable handle firmly when starting. The handle may otherwise slip out of your hand. Risk of injury! 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. Manual start without electro-start (Illustration D + E )

– Push and hold the safety control bar (1) on the top tube (2) D . – Slowly pull the starter cable (3) until resistance is felt, then rapidly pull it out E – the engine begins to run, slowly recoil the cable. NOTE This engine has a ReadyStart

system: This system has a temperature-controlled automatic choke. The engine runs with optimum power at maximum speed, which is required for a clean cutting pattern (engine speed = blade speed). Electro-start models (Illustration D + P4 + E )

– Push and hold the safety control bar (1) on the top tube (2) D . – Turn the ignition key (4) clockwise up to the limit stop, for so long until the engine starts running P4 . NOTE To ensure a long service life of the battery and starter, the starting process should never be longer than 5 seconds.

NOTE This engine has a ReadyStart

system: This system has a temperature-controlled automatic choke. The engine runs with optimum power at maximum speed, which is required for a clean cutting pattern (engine speed = blade speed). NOTE Should the electric starter be defective at some point, then the engine can also be started manually. – Push and hold the safety control bar (1) on the top tube (2) D . – Slowly pull the starter cable (3) until resistance is felt; then rapidly pull it out E – the engine begins to run, slowly recoil the cable.

11 SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE (ILLUSTRATION F + P4 ) – Release the safety control bar (1) F . – Remove the ignition key (4) (only for electro-start) P4 .

12 EMERGENCY STOPPING Release the safety control lever and the drive switch bar. – The mower will stop. – The blade will stop. – The engine will stop NOTE Before every mowing job, make sure that the safety control bar for the engine brake and the engine drive control bar are working perfectly: – when the safety control bar is released, the engine and cutter bar must come to a standstill within three seconds. – when the engine drive control bar is released, the machine must come to a standstill immediately. If this is not the case, please consult your nearest authorised workshop.

13 MOVEMENT DRIVE Operating the rear wheel drive (Illustration G ) The rear wheel drive is switched on and off by means of the drive control handle (1) on the top guide tube (2) when the engine is running: – Pull and hold the drive control bar = mower moves. – Release the drive control bar = mower stops (0-position). NOTE The rear wheels click when the mower is pushed forwards. Speed adjustment (only for VARIO drive) (Illustration H ) IMPORTANT The speed may only be adjusted when the engine is running in order to avoid damage! The driving speed is set using the rotary knob mounted on the left. – The knob can be turned in both directions for speed adjustment, so that the required driving speed can be set. The arrow on the knob indicates the driving speed. – Position “Hare” = fast (max. speed) – Position “Tortoise” = slow (min. speed) NOTE Mowing at high speed leads to poor cutting pattern or collection result. Always adapt the speed to the prevailing conditions. For longer grass sections, a slower driving speed should be selected.

Operation with grass collector WARNING When operating the equipment with a collecting bag, the bag must be completely assembled and in technically perfect condition. During mowing ensure that the collector is emptied in good time. The turbo indicator on the collector will indicate when the collector should be emptied. A deflector (available as an accessory from dealers under the Order No. SA592) can also be fitted in place of the grass collection bag. IMPORTANT Make sure that the chute (1) R1 is not bent when handling the collector. Turbo signal (shows when the grass collector is full) (Illustration J + K ) There is an indicator on the top of the collector that shows whether the collector is empty or full: – The collector indicator inflates if the collector is empty and during the mowing J . – If the collector is full, the indicator collapses; once this happens, stop mowing immediately and empty the collector K .

IMPORTANT If the fabric of the grass collector is very dirty the turbo indicator will not inflate – in this case, clean the fabric immediately. The grass collector will only collect grass perfectly if it is permeable to air. IMPORTANT Do not clean the grass collector with hot water! Emptying the grass collector (Illustration L ) – Switch off engine. – Lift ejection flap. – Unhinge the full grass collector from the mower at the carrying strap – the ejection flap closes automatically. – Empty the collector thoroughly whilst holding it by the carrying strap and the moulded handle on the bottom.9 Operation without grass collector WARNING When mowing without grass collector the ejection flap on the mower housing must always be closed (flap down).

Mowing on slopes NOTE The mower can be used on banks and slopes with a gradient of up to 46% (25° angle). Any steeper slopes can lead to engine damage. For safety reasons, however, we urgently recommend you do not exploit this theoretical performance potential. Always make sure you have a firm stance. Manually guided lawnmowers should never be used for slopes with a gradient in excess of 26% (15° angle of slope). Stability may be lost! Checking the oil level Check oil level each time prior to mowing Y1 . Never let the engine to run with too little or too much oil. Irreparable damages could occur. Checking operating safety The lawnmower is equipped with a motor stop device. Before every mowing job, make sure that the motor stop safety control bar is working perfectly. When the control bar is released, the motor and cutter bar must come to a standstill within three seconds. After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component description" diagram. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Risk of injury! If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised workshop. Measuring run-on time After the engine has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be heard. The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the engine has been stopped, it can be measured using a stopwatch. Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled. The perfect function of the motor drive control bar must be checked before every mowing job too. When the motor drive control bar is released, the machine must come to a standstill immediately. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Make sure that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged. To avoid risk, check the condition and firm attachment of the blade before every mowing job. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. A worn or damaged blade must always be replaced. (Refer here to the chapter "Cutter blade care"). In addition, check the fan, blade coupling and fan housing every 10 operating hours for wear and a tight fit. Also check equipment screws and nuts for a firm fit and tighten if necessary. Make sure the spark plug connector is fitted tightly. Danger: Electric shock. Never remove the spark plug connector when the motor is running. Danger: Electric shock! Disconnect the spark plug connector only when the engine has cooled down. Danger of burns! If the mower mechanism becomes blocked e.g. by colliding with an obstacle, have an authorised workshop check whether any parts of the mower are damaged or deformed. Always have any necessary repairs done by an authorised workshop too. If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises, please have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop. Time restrictions In Germany, the set hours for operating lawnmowers are regulated in the "32nd Ordinance implementing the Federal Emissions Protection Act (32nd BImSch-V)". In addition, there may be regional restrictions (e.g. to protect midday peace), which can be issued by the respective local authority. Tips on caring for your lawn Mowing (Illustration M ) WARNING Remove any objects (stones, wood, branches, etc.) from the lawn before each cut; but still watch out for objects lying around during the mowing process. Ask your dealer about lawn care instructions. Information and instructions about mowing can also be found on the manufacturer website. Mulching Your lawn mower can also be equipped with a mulching kit. The respective conversion kit to a mulching system is available as an accessory from professional dealerships (see genuine spare parts and accessories for the conversion kit order no.). The mulching kit also includes tips and information about mulching. You will also find information about mulching on the manufacturer website. WARNING Always have an authorised workshop carry out the conversion of the mower to a mulching system. A wrongly assembled cutting blade coupling or a blade screw that is tightened too tightly or too loosely can allow the cutting blade bars to become loose and cause severe injuries. If the grass should happen to be too high for mulching, the mulching mower can be converted for mowing with a grass collecting bag in no time. Converting the machine to rear ejection (Illustration U2 + S1 ) – Stop the engine. – Lift the ejection flap. – Remove the mulching plug from the channel U2 . – Hook the grass collecting bag in the bracket provided on the mower housing S1 . The mulching blade system does not have to be converted! The capacity of the collecting bag can be reduced under difficult mowing conditions (e.g. wet grass). For the equipment to be used as a mulching machine again, the mulching plug must be installed again. To do this, remove the grass collecting bag, insert the mulching plug into the ejector channel and close the ejector flap. Clean the ejector channel first.

16 SERVICE INTERVALS IMPORTANT Avoid damage! Under extreme or unusual conditions, shorter servicing intervals than the ones specified below may be necessary. If you establish any problems, please contact an authorised workshop. Carry out routine servicing on the machine in line with the following servicing intervals. Work must be carried out at the following servicing intervals in addition to the maintenance work listed in these operating instructions. Before initial use

• Check the oil level Y1 .

• Check all screw connections for a tight fit.

• Check the cutting blade screw and have an authorised workshop tighten it if necessary.

• Check whether the safety control bar for the engine brake is working perfectly.

• Check whether the drive control bar is working properly.

• Check that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged. Before every operation

• Check the lawn area and remove any objects.

• Check the area of the boundary wires (if an automatic mower is being used for lawn care).

• Check the oil level Y1 .

• Check the condition and firm fit of the blade, if necessary have an authorised workshop tighten the blade screw.

• Check whether the safety control bar for the engine brake is working perfectly.

• Check whether the drive control bar is working properly.

• Check that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged.

• Check grass collecting equipment for wear or loss of functionality. After every operation

• Check the blade for damage and wear.10 Every 10 operating hours

• Check all screw connections for a tight fit.

• Check the fan, blade coupling and fan housing regularly for wear and a tight fit. Every 15-20 operating hours or annually

• Lubricate the wheel bearings. Every 50 operating hours or annually

• Clean the air filter paper insert W .

• Clean the pre-filter W .

• Clean the spark plug and adjust electrode distance Y . During annual servicing

• Have the air filter paper insert and pre-filter replaced W .

• Have the spark plug replaced Y .

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

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

17 CARE AND SERVICING OF YOUR LAWNMOWER

Regular care is the best way to guarantee a long service life and problem-free operation. Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults! Only use original spare parts because only those guarantee safety and quality!

Cleaning (Illustration O ) IMPORTANT During cleaning and maintenance work, do not place the mower on its side, tilt it forwards (spark plug facing upwards) as otherwise start-up difficulties could occur. When tilting the mower upwards make sure the ejection flap does not get damaged. Secure the mower in its raised position! NOTE When tilting the mower upwards, make sure no oil or petrol escapes. Fire hazard! Remove dirt and residual grass directly after mowing. Use a brush or cloth for cleaning. Do not rotate the cutter bar, as otherwise motor oil is pumped into the carburettor/air filter and start-up difficulties can occur. NOTE Do not insert your fingers into the openings in the fan housing and hold the fan. If the cutter bar should be turned during cleaning, there is a risk of fingers being squashed between fan and fan housing. IMPORTANT Never use high-pressure cleaners or a normal water jet to clean the drive area, engine parts (such as ignition system, carburettor etc.), seals and bearing points. Damage or expensive repairs can be the consequence of such action. Storage Always keep the machine in a clean condition in a closed, dry room out of reach of children. Always allow the engine to cool down before you store the machine in a closed room. Collapsing the handle (Illustration A1 ) IMPORTANT Make sure that the cables are not pinched, squeezed, twisted or overstretched when the handlebars are folded apart or collapsed! Always run the cables along the outside of the bar connection. A damaged cable may result in a technical defect of the equipment. – For space-saving storage space or for transportation, open the quick releases, loosen the handle nuts such that the handlebar can be folded together without resistance in Z-shape above the engine A1 . The locking cams on the lower end of the bar have to snap out of the holes in the bar connection. – Do not kink nor squeeze the throttle cables in the process. CAUTION When the bar is moved for transport and storage purposes, the bar may fold over unintentionally during opening of the quick releases, loosening of the handle nuts and snapping of the locking cams out of the holes in the bar connection. In addition, crushing spots can occur between the base and top of the bar and the bar connection/housing. This may result in risk of injury. Transporting and securing the equipment (Illustration N ) – If the equipment has to be carried, do not hold the ejection flap! Only hold the carrying handle at the front and the bar ends at the back N . Please do not lift the part of the bar that is folded forward. There is a risk of injury at the ends of the bars. Please take the weight of the machine into consideration before lifting it (see Technical Data). Lifting large weights can result in health problems. We recommend to lift or carry the equipment always with two persons. – Transport the unit upright on all 4 wheels to avoid fuel loss, damage to the equipment and personal injury. – Park the means of transport on level ground so that the equipment cannot roll away before it is secured. – Remove the collecting bag and secure it separately during transport. – Secure the equipment with approved load-securing devices (e.g. tie-down straps with clamping elements) on or inside the vehicle. Tie-down straps are belt bands made of synthetic fibres. Every tie-down strap is marked with a label. The label contains important details for application. The information on this label must be heeded when using the tie-down strap. – For loaded goods that can roll, we recommend using direct strapping with four lashing straps. Secure the wheels of the equipment in such a way that it does not move during transportation. NOTE Do not tighten the belts too firmly. Fixing the equipment too firmly can cause damage. Maintenance of the blade A sharp blade guarantees optimum cutting performance. Before you start mowing, always check the condition and firm attachment of the cutting blade. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. A worn or damaged blade must always be replaced. Sharpening and balancing the blade (Illustration Q ) WARNING The sharpening and balancing of the blade should be carried out only by an authorized specialist workshop. An improperly sharpened or unbalanced blade can cause severe vibrations, and damage the lawnmower. The cutting edges of the cutting blade may be grinded only until the respective value (see illustration Q ) or the marking (1) on the cutting blade (ring) has been reached. Attention! Observe the grinding angle of 30°. Your professional workshop can check this value - (grinding limit) for you! WARNING A blade by which the wear limit (marking) has been exceeded can break off and spin away; this can cause severe injuries. Replacing the blade WARNING The cutting blade bar must always be replaced by an authorised workshop. A wrongly assembled cutting blade coupling or a blade screw that is tightened too tightly or too loosely can allow the cutting blade bar to become loose and cause severe injuries.

– Only use genuine cutter bars for replacement. Non-equivalent spare parts can damage the machine and are a safety hazard. – Replacement cutting tool must be marked permanently with the name and/or company logo of the manufacturer or supplier and the part number.

Servicing the front wheels Lubricate the wheel bearings once a year or every 15-20 operating hours. – Use a socket wrench to loosen the hexagon nut, washer and wheels. – After the bearings have been lubricated with roller bearing grease "KAJO-Longlife grease LZR 2", push the wheels back in place, replace the washer, fix the hexagon nut and tighten until the wheels can just about turn easily but without play. Servicing the rear wheel drive (Illustration R ) Lubricate the wheel bearings once a year or every 15-20 operating hours. – Pull the drive wheels off after loosening the nuts and removing the washer from the wheel axle. – Remove the wheel cover, pay attention to the thrust washer. – Remove any soiling from the wheel cover, the free-wheeling pinion on the gear shaft and the gear rim on the inside of the wheel.11 NOTE Do not remove the free wheel pinion from the gear shaft!

– Lubricate the wheel axle using the roller bearing grease "KAJO-Longlife grease LZR 2"! Do not lubricate the free-wheeling pinion and gear rim in the wheel. – Set the wheel cover in place and push the start-up disc onto the wheel axle. When putting the drive wheel in place make sure the pinion and gear rim interlock, turn the wheel on the axle slightly to achieve this if necessary. – Set the disc in place, fix using the hexagon nut and tighten to such an extent that the wheels can just about turn easily but without play. Servicing the drive – It is absolutely essential that the Bowden cable runs easily for switching on and off, so that the control drive works perfectly. – The Bowden traction mechanism has been set ready for operation at the works and requires no adjustment.

Changing the drive V-belt The drive V-belt must be replaced by a specialist workshop. Recharging the starter battery (only for electro-start) IMPORTANT Use the charger supplied only for charging the respective mower battery. Equally, do not try to charge your mower using a different charger. You could endanger yourself or damage your equipment. For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the charger, it may only be used indoors and in dry rooms and the battery must not be charged in direct sunlight. The battery can be charged in the assembled or disassembled state. – Disconnect battery cable from cable harness. – Removing the battery To remove the battery, unscrew the (TORX T30) screw, take off the cover and take out the battery. – Connect the battery cable to the original charging device and plug the charging device into a 230 V socket. – After charging the battery, refasten to the battery holder (if the battery was dismounted for charging). Reconnect the battery cable to the cable harness prior to mowing. (see also Chapter “Before using the lawnmower for the first time – Charging starter battery”)

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. IMPORTANT To clean the engine and for maintenance work, do not place the engine or mower on its side but tilt forwards O (spark plug upwards) because otherwise there may be problems starting the engine. When tipping the mower forwards, make sure that the ejection flap is not damaged. Secure the mower in the raised position! ATTENTION When tilting the machine upwards, ensure that no oil or fuel comes out of the machine. Fire hazard! The regular implementation of the prescribed maintenance and care work are the prerequisite for a permanent and fault-free functionality of the motor and also the basic requirement for any guarantee claims. The motor should be kept clean, particularly on the outside, and the silencer and cylinder area must always be kept free from foreign bodies (e.g. grass residue). The exhaust and motor reach very high temperatures when in use. Flammable foreign bodies such as foliage, grass etc. may catch fire. Perfect cooling can also only ensured when cylinder ribs are always clean. IMPORTANT Never use a pressure cleaner or ordinary water jet to clean the motor. Damages or expensive repairs can be the consequence of such action. Oil change Check the oil level before every use and replenish oil if necessary (see “Check oil level” and “Fill with oil”, illustration Y1 ). An oil change is not necessary. If you wish to change the oil, however, please follow the instructions below.

Changing the oil – Before the engine or the equipment is tilted to drain oil, empty the petrol tank and let the engine to run until it stops due to lack of fuel. – Stop the engine and remove the spark plug connector. – Renew the oil as long as the engine is warm. – To change the oil, remove the dipstick from the oil refill neck. – Turn the mower on one side so that the spark plug side is facing upwards and the used oil can drain into a container. Do not drain used oil into the sewage system or soil; dispose of it according to the local regulations. – Position the mower straight and fill brand-name oil into the spout (for quantity and quality, see technical data). Screw the dipstick in and check the oil level (see “Check oil level” and “Fill with oil”, illustration Y1 )! If the oil level is correct, insert the dipstick and tighten it.

NOTE For environmental reasons, we recommend that the oil change is performed by an authorised workshop. Cleaning and replacing the air filter (Illustration W ) IMPORTANT Never let the engine start or run whilst the air filter is removed.

– Loosen the nut (1) on the air filter cover (2) and remove the cover. – Remove the pre-filter (3) and paper filter element (4). – Clean the paper filter element every 50 operating hours. Knock gently onto a smooth surface if soiled lightly. Replace if heavily soiled or damaged. Do not wash out paper filters, nor blow them out with compressed air or grease them. – Clean the pre-filter every 50 operating hours. Wash pre-filters in hot water with liquid detergent, rinse them out in clean water, press out excess water and allow to dry thoroughly in air. Do not lubricate the pre- filter with oil. – Insert the dry pre-filter on the paper filter element and fit both in the air filter plate (5). Ensure that the air filter sits firmly in the plate. – Put the cover (2) on the air filter and fasten it with the nut (1) on the air filter plate (5). In the case of unfavourable operation conditions (severe formation of dust), cleaning is required after every mowing process. Replace the paper filter element and pre-filter annually or every 200 operation hours. (Please see original spare parts and accessories for Order No. of filter element and pre- filter) Checking the spark plug (Illustration Y ) To check for wear, remove the spark plug connector (1) and unscrew the spark plug (2). 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. Replace the spark plug annually. Correct winter storage of the engine (or when not used for a long period of time) – Empty the petrol tank or allow the engine to run until it stops due to lack of fuel. – 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.12 19 TROUBLESHOOTING Fault Possible cause Remedy

Engine does not start

Control handle not turned down. Press the control handle onto the upper part of the bar D . Fuel tank empty. Fill up with clean and fresh fuel. Spark plug connector loose. Push plug connector in place or have it checked by an authorised workshop. Spark plug defective or soiled or electrodes worn out. Replace or clean spark plug, set electrode distance to 0.5 mm Y . Too much petrol feed to engine (spark plug wet). Have it checked by an authorised workshop. Air filter soiled. Clean or replace the air filter insert W . Battery not charged (only for electro-start). Charge battery W1 , X1 . Start-up takes longer than 5 seconds or is repeated too often (only for electro-start). If you experience start difficulties, contrary to expectations, the battery must also be charged in between. Connection cable between the ignition key, battery and engine is loose or without contact (only for electro-start). Connect the battery connector with the mating connector on the harness U1 or check it or have it checked by an authorised workshop.

Engine power decreasing Air filter soiled. Clean or replace the air filter insert W . Spark plug clogged with soot. Have it checked by an authorised workshop. Fuel old or soiled Empty the petrol tank and fill with fresh petrol.

Engine runs irregularly Air filter dirty. Clean or replace air filter insert W . Spark plug contaminated with soot. Have it cleaned by an authorized dealer.

Mower does not work Pull drive control bar not pulled. Pull drive control bar G .

Have it checked by an authorised workshop.

Driving speed cannot be regulated (only with VARIO drive)

Have it checked by an authorised workshop.

Have it checked by an authorized dealer

Cut not clean, lawn turns yellow Cutting blade blunt. Have it sharpened and balanced by an authorised workshop Q . Cutting height too low. Set higher cutting height I . Motor speed too low. Have it checked by an authorized dealer Mowing speed too high. Adapt mowing speed, switch motor drive off if necessary. Insufficient overlap between mowing lanes. If grass is long, the mowing lanes may need to overlap further. Lawn matted. A perceptible improvement can be achieved by using a scarifier.

Ejector blocked TurboSignal ignored J + K . Empty the collecting bag L . Engine speed too low. Have it checked by an authorized dealer Cutting height too low with grass too high. Set higher cutting height I . Mowing speed too fast. Adapt mowing speed, switch motor drive off if necessary. Grass is damp. Allow the lawn to dry.

The mulched grass does not look good: clumps, excessive cut material, coarse cut Cutting blade blunt. Have it sharpened and balanced by an authorised workshop. Mulching rule ignored (cut max. 1/3 of grass height; the grass height to be cut must be less than 10 cm) Set higher cutting height I . Convert mower to rear ejection U2 + S1 and mow lawn with high cutting height first. Driving speed too high. Adapt driving speed, switch motor drive off if necessary. Grass accumulation under the mower blade. Set higher cutting height I . Insufficient overlap between mowing lanes. If grass is long, the mowing lanes may need to overlap further. Grass is damp. Set higher cutting height I . Allow the lawn to dry.

In case of faults and defects which have not been listed here, please contact the nearest authorized dealer. Repairs which require specialized knowledge should only be performed by a qualified expert. Your authorized dealer will naturally also be glad to help if you do not wish to perform the maintenance work described here yourself.

Battery (only for electro-start models) 12 V / 5.4 Ah Fuel Unleaded standard petrol, with max.10% ethanol Tank capacity approx. 0.9 litres Lubricating oil

SAE 30, SAE 10W30, SAE 5W30

or similar brand name oil, Minimum quality SF Oil quantity

Sound power level Guaranteed sound power level; measured according to 2000/14/EC

Sound pressure level Sound pressure level emissions at the operator's position; measured according to EN SO 5395-2 Measurement uncertainties; according to ISO 4871

Vibrations Vibrations on the lawnmower’s handlebar; measured according to EN ISO5395-2 Measuring inaccuracy; according EN12096