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Checking the oil level
Place the lawn mower on a level and straight surface.
Unscrew the oil dipstick (Fig. 9a/Item 7a) by turning it
counter-clockwise and wipe the dipstick. Re-insert
the dipstick into the filler opening as far as it will go
but do not screw it in. Pull out the dipstick, hold it
horizontally and read off the oil level. The oil level
must be between the two marks min. and max. on the
oil dipstick (Fig. 9b).
Changing the oil
The engine oil is best changed at room temperature.
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Place a flat oil drip tray beneath the mower.
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Open the oil filler plug (Fig. 9a/Item 7a)
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Open the oil drain plug (Fig. 9c/Item 7b). Drain
the warm engine oil into a drip tray.
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Close the drain screw again when all the used oil
has been drained.
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Fill in engine oil up to the top mark on the oil dip
stick
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Important. Do not screw in the oil dipstick to
check the oil level – only insert it as far as the
thread.
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Dispose of the used oil in accordance with
applicable regulations.
8.2.4 Care and adjustment of the cable pulls
Oil the cable pulls at regular intervals and check that
they move easily.
8.2.5 Maintenance of the air filter (Fig. 10a-10b)
Soiled air filters reduce the engine output by supply
too little air to the carburetor. If the air contains a lot of
dust, the air filter should be checked more frequently.
Important:
Never clean the air filter with petrol or
inflammable solvents. Clean the air filter only with
compressed air or by tapping it.
8.2.6 Maintenance of the spark plug
Clean the spark plug with a copper wire brush.
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Pull off the spark plug boot (Fig. 11/Item 14) with
a twist.
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Remove the spark plug using a spark plug
wrench.
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Assemble in reverse order.
8.2.7 Inspecting the V-belt
To inspect the V-belt, remove the V-belt cover (Fig.
12/Item 5b) as shown in Figure 12.
8.2.8 Repair
After carrying out repair or maintenance work, ensure
that all safety parts are installed and in perfect
condition. Store potentially hazardous parts out of the
reach of other persons and children.
Important:
In accordance with the German Product
Liability Act, we are not liable for any damages if they
result from improper repairs to the product or if parts
are replaced by items other than genuine parts or
parts approved by us. Furthermore, we are not liable
for any damages if they result from improper repairs
to the product. Arrange for your customer service or
an authorized workshop to do the work. The same
applies to accessory parts.
8.2.9 Operating times
Please observe the regulations concerning lawn
mower operating times, which may differ from town to
town.
8.3 Preparing the mower for long-term storage
Warning:
Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed
areas, near fire or when smoking. Petrol fumes can
cause explosions and fire.
1.
Empty the petrol tank using a petrol suction
pump.
2.
Start the engine and run it until the tank and fuel
line are completely empty and the engine stalls.
3.
Change the oil after each season. To do so,
remove the used engine oil when the engine is
warm and refill new oil.
4.
Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head.
Use an oil can to fill the cylinder with approx. 20
ml of oil. Slowly pull back the starter handle,
which will bathe the cylinder wall with oil. Screw
the spark plug back in.
5.
Clean the cooling fins of the cylinder and the
housing.
6.
Be sure to clean the entire equipment to protect
the paint.
7.
Store the equipment in a well-ventilated place or
location.
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