43PRO S - Lawn mower SABO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 43PRO S 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 which you should always heed. 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 mower draw your attention to the most important precautionary measures. The meaning of the pictograms is explained on this page. The safety instructions in this operating manual are marked with symbols. The symbols are explained in the table on the following page. The terms "left" and "right" always refer to the left and right-hand side of the mower 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 operating faults is not covered by warranty / guarantee obligations. We hope you enjoy cultivating your lawn with your new mower.

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

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.

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.3 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.

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 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.

CAUTION If the spark plug connector is not disconnected during work on the equipment, the engine 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. Switch off the engine and wait until the cutting tool has come to a standstill: – if the mower needs lifting or tilting e.g. for transport purposes; – when driving outside the lawn on paths or streets; – if the machine is left unsupervised for a short time; – before setting the cutting height; – before filling with fuel. Only refill when 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

For your own safety and in order to ensure that the machine functions correctly, please read this operator's manual carefully. Acquaint yourself with the controls and the correct use of the machine. Keep the operating instructions for reference purposes.

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

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

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

• Please explain the possible dangers and how to prevent accidents to every person who is supposed to work with this machine. This machine may only be used, maintained or serviced by persons who are familiar with the machine, and who are aware of the possible dangers. The applicable accident prevention regulations, and other generally accepted safety and occupational health rules must also be observed.

• This equipment is not meant to be used by persons with restricted physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lacking in experience and/or knowledge, unless they are accompanied by a person responsible for their safety and unless they received instructions from the person on how the equipment is to be used. This responsible person must decide in advance, whether the person with restricted physical, sensory or mental capabilities is suitable for this activity.

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

• Please keep your machine in a safe place! Machines which are not being used should be kept in a dry, locked room out of reach of children.

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

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.4 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.

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

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

• 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 the speed gradually until you reached an adequate driving speed.

• 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 functions correctly. If this is not the case, have it repaired by an authorised specialist workshop.

Protective equipment includes (see chapter Component description):

– Housing, deflector (6) These protection units protect against injuries through objects that are thrown upwards. The equipment must not be operated with a damaged housing or without correctly attached deflector.

– 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, engine covers (3) 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 (8) 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.5

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 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.

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 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 and the spark plug connector disconnected. 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!

• 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. 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 engine stop 2 Tank cap 3 Engine cover 4 Air filter 5 Cutting height adjuster 6 Deflector 7 Spark plug 8 Exhaust protection grill 9 Oil filling nozzle with dipstick 10 Starter cable grip6 8 PREPARATION The following parts are included in the packaging for assembly of the mower:

• Tool bag with the following contents: – Operator's manual with Declaration of Conformity – Warranty conditions – Spark plug key – Various fixing parts. In the unlikely event of a missing part, please contact your dealer. 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. Assembling the handlebar lower section (Illustration C1 ) – Place the lower guide bar section up against the housing (kink upwards) until the bore holes at the end of the bar correspond to the bore holes in the housing flange. – Insert a spacing bush into each housing flange (from the tool bag). – Insert two hexagon bolts M8x25 with fitted washer from the outside through the housing flange and bar section, add washers and screw into place using self- locking nuts. Assembling the handlebar upper section (Illustration E1 ) – Push the handlebar ends onto the handlebar lower section until the bores are aligned. – Fit a washer (from the tool bag) onto each of the M6x40 hexagonal-head bolts. – Then push the hexagonal-head bolts with fitted washers in from outside, fit washers to the other side and fix in place using four self-locking nuts.

Attaching the motor brake Bowden cable to the engine (Illustration H1 ) – Attach the Bowden cable for the engine brake at the rear of the engine. – Insert the bracket at the end of the Bowden cable (1) from below into the control lever for the brake (2) up to the bend. – Raise the Bowden cable up to the left. – Pull the moveable part of the end of the Bowden cable (3) backwards until the wire cable (4) can be inserted from the front into the notch (5). – Then push the Bowden cable (3) forwards until the snap hook (6) catches in the notch (5) in the Bowden cable bracket. – Fasten the Bowden cable to the upper and lower part of the handle using the cable ties from the tool bag. NOTE After attachment of the engine-brake throttle cable, the braking function of the safety control bar must be checked. As soon as the control bar is released, the cutter bar must come to a standstill within three seconds. If this is not the case, please consult your nearest authorised workshop. 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 deflector (Illustration T1 )

IMPORTANT Using the device without the ejection flap can lead to injury from objects being thrown upwards. Only operate the device with the ejection flap. – Fasten the deflector inside the mower housing by means of the screws. Adjusting the cutting height (Illustration I )

– Pull the lever at each wheel towards the wheel and latch again after a lateral move into the desired position. – All four levers must be in the same position!

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. 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.7 10 STARTING THE ENGINE (ILLUSTRATION D + E )

Only start the engine when standing behind of the mower. Never stand on ejection side! 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.

– 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).

11 SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE (ILLUSTRATION F ) – Release the safety control bracket (1) F .

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

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. 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 blade coupling 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 (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.

14 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 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 that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not damaged.8 After every operation

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

• Check all screw connections for a tight fit.

• Check the blade coupling regularly for wear and a tight fit. 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 replaced W .

• Have the pre-filter replaced W .

• Have the spark plug replaced Y .

15 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) O as otherwise start-up difficulties could occur. Secure the mower in its raised position! CAUTION 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. 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. Damages 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. Transporting and securing the equipment (Illustration N + N4 ) – In case the equipment has to be carried, hold it on the front bar at the front (1) and on the cross tube of the top part of the guide bar (2) at the back (see Figure N ). 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 that this equipment should always be lifted or carried by at least two people, when other means of help are not at disposal. When this equipment is transported on a load area, a loading ramp should be used for loading and unloading. NOTE Avoid injuries! Be especially careful when loading or unloading the equipment. When a trailer is used, we recommend ensuring that it is equipped with stable sidewalls. Only the marked points on the transport vehicle may be used to secure the equipment. – 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. – 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. For this purpose, the belts are fastened directly on the fastening points on the equipment (see Figure N4 ) and in the tie-down strapping points on the loading surface and slightly pre-tensioned. 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 wheels The wheels are equipped with maintenance-free bearings. Maintenance is not required.

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. 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). The9 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 and unscrew the spark plug. 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.

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 .

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.

Have it checked by an authorized dealer

Unclean cut, lawn is yellow Blade blunt. Have it sharpened and balanced by an authorized dealer Q . Cutting height too low. Adjust to higher cutting height I . Engine speed too low. Have it checked by an authorized dealer. Mowing too fast. Adjust mowing speed. Insufficient overlapping of cuts when mowing. Tall grass conditions may dictate that more overlapping of cuts is required. Lawn becomes matted. A lawn scarifier can remedy the problem considerably

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

Fuel Unleaded standard petrol, with max.10% ethanol Tank capacity approx. 1 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 Emission sound pressure level at operator's workplace; measured according to EN ISO 5395-2 Measuring inaccuracy; according to ISO 4871

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