Operator’s manual LC121FH Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
SAFETY RULES 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. Children ! WARNING! Children can be seriously injured or killed by this equipment. Carefully read and follow all of the safety instructions below. ! WARNING! Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
SAFETY RULES • See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer. • Stop blade when crossing gravel surfaces. • Never leave a running machine unattended. • Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols Explanation of warning levels WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. The warnings are graded in three levels. WARNING! ! Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
CONTENTS Contents SAFETY RULES Children ................................................................. General operation .................................................. Slope operation ...................................................... Safe handling of gasoline ....................................... General service ...................................................... KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols ....................................................... Explanation of warning levels .............
PRESENTATION Customer responsibilities • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual. Any maintenance other than that described in this manual must be carried out by your servicing dealer (retailer). The Lawn mower Serial number: Date of purchase: The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing. You should record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
PRESENTATION Steps before using a new lawn mower • Please read the operator’s manual carefully. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly. • Fill with fuel and oil in the engine. See the instructions under the heading fuel handling. ! WARNING! Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories.
WHAT IS WHAT? 1 2 3 9 10 10 4 5 13 6 12 14 15 11 8 7 What is what on the lawn mower? 1 Operator presence control bar 11 Engine oil cap with dipstick 2 Drive bail 12 Cutting height control 3 Starter handle 13 Mulch plug 4 Grass catcher 14 Operator’s manual 5 Fuel cap 15 Discharge chute 6 Air filter 16 Drive cover 7 Spark plug 8 Muffler 9 Wash-out port 10 Rear deflector 8 – English 16
MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT General Rear deflector This section describes the machine's safety equipment, its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into the operator’s mowing position.
ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENTS General ! WARNING! Prevent unintentional starting by removing the ignition cable from the spark plug. Vertical handle storage The handle can be set in a vertical storage position. 1 Loosen the lower handle knobs. 2 Rotate the handle and align the handle bar pins with the vertical slots on the handle bracket. 3 Retighten the knobs. CAUTION! This lawn mower is shipped without oil or gasoline in the engine. Remove the lawn mower from the carton.
ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENTS Grass catcher Convert the lawn mower Assembly of the catcher Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used in mulching mode. 1 Put the grass catcher frame into the grass bag with the rigid part of the bag on the bottom. Make sure the handle of the frame is outside of the top of the bag. The mulching mode will recut the grass clippings many times, which will reduce the clippings in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTMENTS Mulching 1 Lift the back shield and remove the grass bag (if equipped). 2 Insert the mulch plug (accessory) into the collector channel. 3 Close the back shield to allow the machine to discharge material to the left of the machine while cutting. Cutting height The cutting height can be adjusted to 9 (1-9) different positions. 3 Allow the back shield to close and ensure the back shield is firmly shut against the mulch plug.
FUEL HANDLING General ! WARNING! Running an engine in a confined or badly ventilated area can result in death due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning. Fuel and fuel fumes are highly inflammable and can cause serious injury when inhaled or allowed to come in contact with the skin. For this reason observe caution when handling fuel and make sure there is adequate ventilation. The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire.
OPERATING Personal protective equipment Children You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment. Always wear: • Sturdy, non-slip boots or shoes. • Heavy, long pants. Do not wear shorts sandals or go barefoot.
OPERATING Always use common sense Work area safety It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face. Always exercise care and use your common sense. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer, service agent or an experienced user. Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of! • Branches, twigs, stones, etc. should be removed from the lawn before you start to mow.
OPERATING Slope operation • Pay particular attention when pulling the machine towards you during work. • Never lift up the lawn mower or carry it around when the engine is running. If you must lift the lawn mower, first switch off the engine and disconnect the ignition lead from the spark plug. • Do not mow the lawn while walking backwards. • Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. • The engine should be switched off when moving over ground that is not to be mowed.
OPERATING Starting and stopping Before starting ! Stopping • Stop the engine by releasing the operator presence control bar. WARNING! Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading ”Personal protective equipment”. • Keep people and animals well away from the working area. • Perform daily maintenance. See instructions in the section “Maintenance”.
MAINTENANCE General ! WARNING! The user must only carry out the maintenance and service work described in this manual. More extensive work must be carried out by an authorized service workshop. Switch off the engine before carrying out any checks or maintenance. Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute.
MAINTENANCE General recommendations Cleaning The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Maintenance section of this manual.
MAINTENANCE Gear cases Engine • Lubrication • • To keep your drive system working properly, the gear cases and area around the drive should be kept clean and free of trash build-up. Clean under the drive cover twice a season. The gear cases are filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case. Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL.
MAINTENANCE CAUTION! Initial oil fill requires less oil due to residual oil in engine from the manufacturers 100% quality testing. When changing oil you may need a larger oil quantity than the initial fill. Add oil 1 The lawn mower should stand on flat ground when you check the oil level. Ensure the ignition lead has been removed from the spark plug before you open the oil filler cap. 6 If you have spilled fuel or engine oil on the machine, wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate.
MAINTENANCE Blade ! Replacing the blades WARNING! Always wear heavy-duty gloves when servicing and maintaining the blade. The blade is very sharp and cuts can occur very easily. Always stop the engine before doing any work on the blade. This continues to rotate even after the throttle has been released. Ensure that the blade has stopped completely and disconnect the spark plug cap before you start to work on it. • Check the blade for cracks or any other damage. A damaged blade must always be replaced.
MAINTENANCE Assembly: 1 2 6 Position the blade adapter on the engine crank shaft. Be sure key in adapter and crankshaft keyway are aligned and that the drive belt is inside the tab of the belt retainer. Verify the spark plug wire is disconnected from the engine. ! The blade must be mounted with the angled ends pointing up towards the engine. 7 WARNING! Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
MAINTENANCE Drive belt 12 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Rear insert Remove the drive belt 2 Belt cover • 3 Idler bracket Empty the fuel tank by running the machine until the tank is empty. 4 Stripper ring • 5 Blade adapter Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing mocable parts. 6 Transmission drive pulley • Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor is facing up. 7 Transmission • Remove drive cover.
MAINTENANCE • Remove the blade bolt by turning the bolt counterclockwise. Remove blade and attaching hardware: bolt, lock washer and hardened washer. • Remove the screw and the pulley. • Pull out the belt and thread it over the adapter. Replace the drive belt. IMPORTANT! Always use genuine parts. • Thread the new belt over the adapter and place the belt on engine pulley. • Route the belt over the stripper ring into the hole of the chassis.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting schedule ! WARNING! If service operations or troubleshooting does not require the machine to be on, the engine should be switched off, and the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug. Problem The machine does not start Probable cause Potential Solution Incorrect starting procedure. See instructions under the heading Starting and stopping. Air filter clogged Clean the air filter. Replace if necessary.
Original instructions 1159386-27 2017-11-30
