Operation Manual

English Operating Instructions
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Table of Contents
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembling the appliance . . . . . . 6
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . 7
Operating safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tips on lawn care. . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transporting the appliance. . . . . 12
Cleaning/Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting the cutter deck. . . . . . . . 13
Shutting down the machine . . . . 14
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Information about the engine . . . 14
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Information on rating plate
This information is very important for
subsequent identification, ordering
spare parts for the appliance and for
the customer service desk. You will
find the identification plate under the
driver’s seat. Enter all the details on
your appliance’s rating plate in the
following fields.
You will find this and further
information about the appliance in
the separate CE-declaration of
conformity which is a component
part of these operating instructions.
Illustrations
Fold out the illustrated pages at the
start of the operating manual.
For your safety
Using the appliance
correctly
This appliance is designated for use:
– as a rider for mowing the lawns of
domestic and leisure gardens,
– in accordance with the descrip-
tions and safety instructions
indicated in this operating manual,
Each time the vehicle is used beyond
the provisions of these operating
instructions, it is not used as
directed. The user is liable for all
damage to third parties and their
property.
The manufacturer accepts no
responsibility for damages resulting
from unauthorised alterations to the
unit that have been carried out by
the owner or operator.
This mower is not licensed for use
on public roads or for transporting
people.
General safety notes
Carefully read these operating
instructions through before first
using the appliance and proceed
accordingly.
Tell other users about the correct
use of the vehicle.
Only operate the appliance in the
technical condition stipulated and
supplied by the manufacturer.
Keep these Operating Instructions
in a safe place and have them at the
ready whenever you use the unit.
With a change of ownership, pass
the operating instructions on with
the appliance.
Spare parts and accessories must
satisfy the requirements specified
by the manufacturer. Therefore use
original spare parts and original
accessories only or spare parts
and accessories authorised by the
manufacturer.
Only allow repair work to be carried
out from a specialist garage.
Before working with the
appliance
Persons allowed to use the
appliance must not be under the
influence of intoxicating substances
(e.g. alcohol, drugs or medicine).
Persons under 16 years of age
may not operate the appliance.
Local regulations may fix the
minimum age.
Before commencing work with the
appliance, familiarise yourself with
all of the equipment and control
elements as well as with their
function.
Store fuel in appropriate containers
only, and never in the vicinity of heat
sources (e.g. ovens or hot-water
cylinders).
Replace the exhaust, fuel tank or
fuel cap immediately if they become
damaged.
Attach trailers and accessory
equipment in accordance with the
guidelines. Driving performance,
especially steering, braking
capability, and overall stability are
affected by attachments, towed
items, ballast weights and the
weight of a grass catcher when full.
Whilst working with
the appliance
When working with or on the unit,
wear appropriate work clothes (e.g.
safety boots, long trousers, tight-
fitting clothing, goggles and hearing
protection).
Only operate the appliance in the
technical condition stipulated and
supplied by the manufacturer.
Never change the engine settings
preset at the factory.
Never refuel the unit while the engine
is running or hot. Only fill the tank in
the open air.
Avoid naked flames, the formation
of sparks and do not smoke.
Ensure that no persons, especially
children, or animals are in the area
of operation.