A149K21 (96136300) Owner's Manual 434762 Rev. 3 03.31.10 BY • EspaSol, p. 18 Printed in U.S.A.
Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Product Specifications .............................. 4 Assembly / Pro-Operation ........................ 5 Operation ............................................... 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ........................... 10 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Maintenance ............................
• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing: keep a firm hold on the handle; walk, never run. • Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine. • If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Grass catcher components aresubject towear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. * Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. - Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine, . Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT; This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe engine. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOU R LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appea'r""onyour lawn mower or in literature supplied with the ' product. Learn and understand their meaning.
Theoperation ofanylawn • mower canresult inforeign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a standard safety glasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED Engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance, It is not adjustable.
IMPORTANT: • Check oil level before each use, Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. • Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions, See 'q'O CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Maintenance section of this manual, MOWER ISNOW READY FOR DISCHARGING OPERATION TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER 1, Liftup on grass catcher using the frame handle, 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle. 3.
TO STOP ENGINE • To stop engine, release operator presence control bar. TO START ENGINE NOTE: Due to protectivecoatingson the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the product and shouldbe considered normal. NOTE; Your engine is equipped with an automatic choke system. No primingor choking is required before starting. • To start engine, hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners L Clean / inspect Grass Catcher * A Lawn EVERY 25 HOURS OR SEASON ' BEFORE STORAGE 100 HOURS iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ii v' V' Wi Check Tires N ICheck Drive Wheels *** Clean ! AFTER EACH 10 , USE , HOURS EACH USE iiiiiiiiiwiii i "' J Mower**** V* .....
LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicalswhich can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept ,_arp. Replace bent or damaged blades. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your mower.
1. Disconnect sparkplugwirefromspark plugandplace wirewhere itcannot come incontact withplug. 2+Remove engine oilcap;layaside ona cleansurface. 3. Tiplawnmower onitssideasshown anddrainoilintoasuitable container. Rock lawnmower backandforthtoremove anyoiltrapped inside ofengine. Cartridge Slot Back plate 4. Wipeoffanyspilled oilfromlawn mower orsideofengine. 5. Slowly pouroildown theoilfillspout, stopping every fewounces tocheck the oillevelwiththedipstick. 6.
WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. 3. Be sure that alf nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened.
ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with dean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified PROBLEM Loss of power Poor cut uneven Service Center. CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 5. Too much oil in engine. 6, Walking speed too fast. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Raise cutting height. 3. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Clean underside of mower housing, 5.
Reglas de Seguddad ................................ 17-19 Especificaciones del Producto ....................... 19 Montaje / Pre-Operaci6n ............................... 20 Operaei6n ................................................. 21-24 Programa de Mantenimiento ......................... 25 Mantenimiento .......................................... 25-27 8ervicio y Adjustes ........................................ 28 Almacenamiento .......................................
• Nunca opere la maquina cuando la hierba est,_ mojada. Asegtirese siempre de tenet buena tracciOn en sus pies; mantenga el mango firmemente y camine; nunca corra. • Desconectar el mecanismo de propulsion aut6noma o el embrague de transmisidn en Ias segadoras que 1otienen antes de poner en marcha el motor. - Si el equipo empezara a vibrar de una manera anormaI, pare el motor y revise de inmediato para averiguar la causa. Generalmente la vibraci6n suele indicar que existe alguna averfa.
Los componentes del receptor de la hierba van_sujetos a desgaste, daSos y deterioro, que pueden exporter !as partes en movimiento o permitir que objetos sean disparados. Controlar frecuentemente y ¢uando sea necesario sustituir con partes aconsejadas por el fabricante. • Las cuchillas de la segadora est&n afiladas y pueden cortar. Cubr{r tas hojas o IIevar guantes, y utilizar precauciones especiales cuando se efect_[a mantenimiento eobre las mismas.
Lea estas inetrucciones y este manual comple* tamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Este cortac_sped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOUNA en et motor, Su segadora nueva ha side montada en la fabrica con la excepci6n de aque[Ias partes que se de}aron sin montar per Tazones de envio. Todas las partes come las tuercas, Ias arandelas, los pemos, etc,, que son necesarias para compIetar ei montaje han side co_ocadas en la bolsa de partes.
FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare fas ilustraciones con su segadora para famiiiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controIesy ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Ul,, Estos sfmbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la llteratura proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados.
La operaciSn de cualquier segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extra_os dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en _stos, Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecci6n para los ojos mientras opere su segadora o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones. Recomendamos galas o una mascara de seguridad de visiSn amptia de seguridad usada sobre las galas. COMe USAR SU SEGADORA VELOCIDAD DEL MOTOR La velocidad de] motor se estableci6 en la f_,brica para un rendimiento 5ptimo.
PASOS SIMPLES DE RECORDAR CUANDO CONVIERTA SU SEGADORA PARA ACOLCHAMtENTO 1. La plancha acolchadora trasera instatada. 2. La protecciSn oontra la descarga cerrada. PARA ENSACAMIENTO TRASERO 1. La plancba acolchadora trasera removida, 2. Recogedor del c_sped instalado. 3. La protecci6ncontra la descarga cerrada. PARA DESCARGA LATERAL1. La plancha acolchadora trasera instalada. La desviador de Ia descarga instalada.
PARA PARAR EL MOTOR • Para parar el motor, suelte Ia barra de controles que exigen la presencia del operador. PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AVISO: Debido alas capas protectoras del motor, una cantidad peque_a de humo puede estar presente durante el use inicia| deI producto y se debe considerar normal. AVlSO: Su motor viene equipado con un sistema de estrangulaci6n autom_,tico. No requiere ser cebado o obturado antes de arrancar. .
AIITES OE;'PUE8 CADA CADA"' CADA _,NTESDEL DECADA DE CADA 10 2-5HORASO 100 ALMACEUSO USO HORAS TEMPORADAHORAS NAMIENTO PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO ii ii ii Reviser si hay Sujeladores II !S Limpiar/Inlpece,!,pn.rel Recog'e_r de Cesped- :E Oenixolarlos Noumitico_ G A D O R A Controlar bs Ruedas V ll_ ...... Ik/ Metdces *-- V p ........ Limpiar laSega_So[_ .... RevilarlasOerreasY_Poloashput.sadts V ........
SEGADORA Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando haga el mantenimiento. LLANTAS • Mantenga las Ilantas sin gasoline, aceite o substancias quimicas pare control de insectos que pueden dafiar Ia goma. ° Evite los tocones, ]as piedras, las grietas profundas, Ios objetos afilados y otros pe_igros que pueden daSar alas Ilantas. CUIDADO DE LA CUCHILLA Pare obtener los mejores resultados, ta cuchitla de fa segadora tienen que mantenerse afilada. mbie ia cuch[Ila doblada o daSada.
1. Desconecte elatambre delabujfa y p6ngalo demodo quenopueda entrar en contacto con_sta. 2, Remueva ]atapa deldep6sito de]aceite; d6jela aunlado enunasuperficie I{mpia, 3, Incline lacortadora dec6sped poreste Cartucho Ranuras costado tal como se muestra y purgue el aceite en un recipiente id6neo. Mueva Ia segadora de atr=%para adelante para remover todo el aceite que se haya quedado atrapado dentro del motor, Plartcha trasera 4, Limpie todo el aceite derramado en ta segadora yen et lado del motor. 5.
_,ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar {esi6nesserias, antes de dar calquier servico o de hacer ajustes: 1. Suelte la barra de control y pare el motor. 2. Aseg0rese que la cuchilla y qua todas Ias partes movibles se hayan detenido completamente. 3. Desconecte el alambre de [a buj{a y p6ngalo en donde no pueda entrar en contaeto con _sta. Posic6n t__ L'_ *parasegar' I , Posici6n t-_-_ _"--,_-.
Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el a]macenamiento aI final de cada temporada o si la unidad no se va a usar por 30 d[as o m&s. SEGADORA Cuando se va a guardar la segadora por cierto )eriodo de tiempo, limpiela cuidadosamente, remueva toda la mugre, Ia grasa, las hojas, etc. GuArdela en un &rea limpia y seca. 1. Limpie toda la segadora (Yea "LIMPIEZA" en la secci6n de Mantenimento de este manual). 2. Lubriquela seg_1nse muestra en Ia secci6n de Mantenimento de este manual. 3.
CtLINDRO 1. Remueva la bujia. 2. Vacie una onza (29 ml) de aceite a tray,s del agujero de ]a bujfa en el cilindro. 3. Tire la manilia de arranque lentamente unas cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite. 4. Vue[va a montar la nueva bujia. OTROS • No guarde la gasoline de una temporada a la otra. • Cambie el envase de Ia gasolina si se empieza a oxidar. La oxidaci6n y/o la mugre en su gasolina producir_.n problemas.
SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS - Vea ia secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos que est_ dirigido a un centro de servico cualificado. PROBLEMA Falta de fuerza CAUSA Cuchilla desgastada, doblada o sue]ta, 2, Altura de las ruedas dispareja. 3. 4. Velocidad del motor lenta. Acumulaci6n de c6sped, hojas o basura debajo de la segadora. Demasiado aceite en motor. Velocidad de recorrido demasiado r_pida. 5. 6. Mal cortedlsparejo Cord6n arrancador dfficll de tirar 1. Ajuste a ]a posiei6n de "Corte m&s alto." 2.
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LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1.
