MODELS: RM46B RM46SPB RM46C RM46SPC COBRA LAWN MOWER OWNER’S MANUAL Cobra Garden Machinery Henton and Chattell Ltd., London Road, Nottingham NG2 3HW UK www.cobragarden.co.
CONTENTS SECTION 1 SYMBOLS MARKED ON THE PRODUCT…………………………… 3 SECTION 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES…………………………………………… 3 SECTION 3 PARTS DESCRIPTION………………………………..…………….…. 6 SECTION 4 TECHNICAL DATA…………………………………………………...…. 7 SECTION 5 ASSEMBLY…………………………………………………………….… 7 SECTION 6 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS……………………………………..…. 10 SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ……………………………..……. 13 SECTION 8 LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………..… 13 SECTION 9 CLEANING……………………………………….……………….….....
WARNING： For your own safety please read this manual before attempting to operate your new mower. Failure to follow instructions can result in serious personal injury. Spend a few moments to familiarise yourself with your mower before each use. 1. SYMBOLS MARKED ON THE PRODUCT Fig. A B.1 Read Operator's Manual. B.2 Keep bystanders away. B.3 Pay attention to the operator's hands and feet to avoid injury. B.4 Fuel is flammable, keep fire away. Do not add fuel with running machine. B.
Training 1. Before using the lawnmower read the instructions carefully. Familiarise yourself with the controls and pay particular attention in learning how to stop the machine in an emergency. 2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator. 3. Never mow while people, especially children or pets are nearby. 4.
16. 17. 18. 19. Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute. Never put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Always ensure the engine is fully switched off before picking up/carrying the Lawnmower. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key, make sure engine has had time to cool.
3. PARTS DESCRIPTION Fig. C for RM46SPB Fig. D for RM46B 1. Upper handle 2. Self-drive control handle 3. Starter handle 4. Rope Guide 5. Locking lever 6. Grass catcher 7. Height adjusting lever 8. Deck 9. Spark Plug 10. Fuel cap 11. Oil cap 12. Cable clamp 13. Throttle choke lever 14. Brake control handle Including A: Spark plug wrench Fig. E for RM46SPC Fig. F for RM46C 1. Upper handle 2. Self-drive control handle 3. Starter handle 4. Rope Guide 5. Locking lever 6.
4. TECHNICAL DATA Model RM46SPB RM46B RM46C RM46SPC Briggs 500E Briggs 500E DG450 DG450 Yes No No Yes Engine Displacement 140cm³ 140cm³ 135cm³ 135cm³ Blade Width 460mm 460mm 460mm 460mm Rated Speed 2800/min 2800/min 2800/min 2800/min Fuel Tank Capacity 0.8L 0.8L 1.2L 1.2L Grass catcher capacity 55L 55L 55L 55L 31.9kg 29.9kg 34.4kg 36.
Fig.1D Fig.1E for RM46B and RM46SPB Fig.1F for engine RM46C and RM46SPC 5.2 ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER Drop the cloth bag through the metal bracket, open up the reinforced rim on the three sides by hand or using a screwdriver. Wrap and then clench the reinforced material around the metal support brackets on the three sides to secure the bag in position. (Fig.2A/2B/2C/2D/2E) Fig.2A Fig.2D Fig.2B Fig.2C Fig.
1. To fit: raise the rear cover and hitch the grass catcher on the rear of mower. (Fig. 2F, Fig.2G, Fig. 2H) 2. To remove: grasp and lift the rear cover, remove grass catcher. Fig. 2F Fig. 2G Fig.2H 5.3 STARTER HANDLE Engage the Brake control handle then move the starter handle from the engine to the rope guide. Fig.3A for the Briggs engine Fig.3B for the Cobra engine 5.4 HEIGHT OF CUT Apply outward pressure to disengage the lever from the rack. Move lever forward or back to adjust height. (Fig.
6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6.1 BEFORE STARTING Service the engine with Petrol and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your mower. Read instructions carefully. WARNING! Petrol is highly flammable. Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. Refuel outdoors only, before starting the engine. Do not smoke while refueling or handling fuel. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
Fig.6C Fig.6D Fig.6E Start the engine carefully according to the instructions, with your feet well away from the blade. Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine. Start the mower on a level surface, free of high grass and obstacles. Keep hands and feet away from the rotating parts. Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge opening. 6.3 OPERATION PROCEDURES During operation, tightly hold the brake handle with both hands.
6.6 FOR THE BEST RESULTS WHEN MOWING Clear lawn of debris: Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire or other objects, which could be accidentally thrown out by the mower in any direction and cause serious injury to the operator and others as well as damage to property and surrounding objects. Avoid cutting wet grass: For effective mowing do not cut wet grass, because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck preventing proper mowing of the grass clippings.
6.9 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawnmower without first stopping the engine and disconnecting the spark plug wire. CAUTION: before changing the mowing height, stop the mower and disconnect spark plug cable. Your mower is equipped with a central height adjustment lever offering 6 height positions. Fig.10A Position 1: 17mm; Fig.10B Position 6: 75mm. Fig.10A Fig.10B 1. Stop mower and disconnect the spark plug cable before changing the mower cutting height.
Fig.11A for Briggs engine Fig.11C for Cobra engine Fig.11B for Briggs engine Fig.11D for Cobra engine NOTE: Replace the filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to be cleaned. 9.2 CUTTING BLADE CAUTION: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before working on the cutting blade to prevent accidental engine starting. Protect hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blades .Tip the mower as specified in separate engine manual.
Fig.12 9.3 BLADE MOUNTING TORQUE Center Bolt 40Nm-50Nm, to insure safe operation of your unit. All nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness. After prolonged use, especially in sandy soil conditions, the blade will become worn and lose some of the original shape. Cutting efficiently will be reduced and the blade should be replaced. Replace with an approved factory replacement blade only.
NOTE: - When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or material storage shed, care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts. - Be careful not to bend or kink cables. - If the starter rope becomes disconnected from the rope guide on the handle, disconnect and ground the spark plug wire. Depress the blade control handle and pull the starter rope out from the engine slowly.
11. TROUBLES SHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine does not Throttle choke not in the correct position Move throttle choke to the correct position start. for the prevailing conditions. Fuel tank is empty. Fill the tank with fuel: refer to the ENGINE MANUAL. Air filter element is dirty. Clean air filter element: refer to the ENGINE MANUAL Spark plug loose. Tighten spark plug to 25-30Nm. Spark plug wire loose or Install spark plug wire on spark plug. disconnected from plug.
12. WARRANTY This product is warranted in accordance with legal regulations for a 24 month period effective from the date of purchase by the first user. This product will not be covered if used in a commercial application.
14. EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC Declaration of Conformity We herewith declare, Cobra Garden Machinery Henton & Chattell Ltd, London Road, Nottingham NG2 3HW United Kingdom That the following machine complies with the appropriate basic safety and health requirements of the EC Directive based on its design and type, as brought into circulation by us.
