Qualcast QSPP51, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...structions fully before starting assembly These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your product ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely If you need help or have damaged or missing parts call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727 500 October 2017 SPP51 ...

Page 2: ...gs 3 Intended use 8 Warning symbols 8 In the box 10 Assemble the lawn mower 11 Preparing to operate the lawn mower 14 Operation 16 Maintenance and storage 21 Troubleshooting 27 Technical data 28 Disposal 29 Getting help 29 Warranty 29 ...

Page 3: ...e contents of this instruction manual prior to assembling maintaining or operating the machine Perform assembly operations as described in this manual Failure to observe this warning may lead to serious injury death or damage to the machine Always take care when removing the packaging to prevent damage to you or to the machine IMPORTANT Before assembling the machine check all the parts indicated i...

Page 4: ...r people or their property This appliance is not intended for use by people including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Never touch a rotating blade Personal safety While mowing always wear substantial fo...

Page 5: ...sipated d Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely Replace faulty silencers Prior to use visually inspect to see that the blade blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance Operation safety Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect Mow only in daylight or i...

Page 6: ...tors and or grass catchers in place Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine Start the engine carefully according to the instructions and with feet well away from the blade Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine Do not start the engine without the grass collector in place Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge openi...

Page 7: ...fuelling Maintenance and storage Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine silencer and petrol storage area free of grass leaves or excessi...

Page 8: ...dbook also constitutes essential elements of the intended use Warning Symbols Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this machine Read the instruction manual before operating Keep bystanders away especially children and pets Beware of sharp blades remove the spark plug lead before maintenance No naked flames Appropriate ear eye and head protection PPE must ...

Page 9: ...or poorly ventilated areas The blade continues to rotate for a period after the machine is switched off Do not touch the blade until all the machine components have stopped completely The product complies with the applicable European directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was done Sound level data 98 dB in accordance with Directive 2000 14 EC 98 ...

Page 10: ...d B Grass collection bag C Mulching plug D Side discharge chute E Cable clip Tools F Spark plug wrench A B C D E F You will also need SAE 30 or 4 stroke oil Unleaded fuel Funnel If there are any parts missing please call the customer helpline on 01904 727 500 ...

Page 11: ...end at the knees and keep your back straight Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local recycling schemes Attaching the handle 1 Rotate the quick clamp A 180 fully open to disengage the quick clamp 2 Lift the handle to the required height NOTE There are 3 hoses in the frame support B Choose the same position on both sides to fix the quick clamp 3 Rotate the quick clamp 180 to fully enga...

Page 12: ...ion bag is in place before starting the engine 1 Attach the grass bag to the frame by fixing all the plastic hooks 2 If using the collection function raise the safety flap and take out the mulching plug and hook the collection bag onto the mower Ensure the side discharge chute is not fitted when collecting the grass in the bag Release the safety flap ...

Page 13: ... the cable clips supplied are used to fix the cable to the handle STOP Do not start the engine before putting 500ml of SAE 30 oil into the engine Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the engine and invalidate your warranty ...

Page 14: ... lawn mower oil Only use additives recommended by the engine manufacturer To prolong the life of your engine it is important that the oil is changed after the first 5 hours of use Using non detergent oil can shorten the engine s service life and using 2 stroke oil will damage the engine Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a flat surface 1 Remove the oil filler dipst...

Page 15: ...h of children 1 Clean the area around the petrol filler cap before removing the cap Check the fuel level 2 Refill the tank if the fuel level is low 3 Always use clean fresh unleaded petrol and purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days 4 Never mix oil with petrol 5 To allow for expansion refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spillage There should be no fuel in the filler neck 6...

Page 16: ...hen move it forward or backward to adjust the cutting height 2 Move it to any one of the 7 positions for the desired cutting height 3 Return the lever into the securing plate Position Approx cutting height mm 1 25mm 2 30mm 3 36mm 4 42mm 5 53mm 6 64mm 7 75mm NOTE Never use the lowest cutting height for the first cut of the season or in drought conditions Only about one third of the grass height sho...

Page 17: ...rate the machine in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas as the exhaust gas contains toxic substances Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from all the moving parts of the machine The exhaust and other parts of the machine will become hot during use Make sure that the blade is securely fastened before starting the engine Step 1 Starting procedure quick guide step 1 step 2 step 3 To start the engi...

Page 18: ...low it to run See Step 2 Starting the engine Keep a firm grip on the upper handle and stop start bar and push the lawn mower forward Walk along with it never run with the mower Be very careful when mowing uneven or rough ground Maintain a stable footing Mow across slopes never up and down Be careful when changing the direction of the mower on a slope Do not use the mower on a steep slope of more t...

Page 19: ...he grass collection bag and refit the bag If any grass residues are caught in the discharge chute clean it using a brush Mowing with the mulcher When mulching remove the collection grass bag and put the plastic mulching plug into the rear discharge chute Then release the flap it will close back to cover the mulching plug Make sure that the side discharge chute is not fixed on the deck NOTE To ensu...

Page 20: ...s collection bag and insert the mulching plug Follow the steps below to assemble the side discharge chute 1 Push the lock button with one hand 2 Raise the side discharge cover with another hand 3 Hold the side discharge cover open hook the side discharge chute onto the mower then release the discharge cover back ...

Page 21: ...he end of the season or if the mower is not to be used for a longer period than 6 weeks storage maintenance must be performed as follows Temperature fluctuations cause condensation which contaminates fuel and causes starting problems Simply emptying the machine of fuel will prevent this Empty the petrol tank with a petrol suction pump if available or use the tipping method Start the engine and let...

Page 22: ...tting height to the top 3 working heights Important Always drain the petrol before vertical storage NOTE Alternatively adding Briggs Stratton FUEL FIT to the fuel will prevent contaminated fuel Not all additives on the market do this FUEL FIT can be ordered via www gardenservicecentre co uk Location pin Top 3 levels ...

Page 23: ...nd is safe to use After every use After 12 hours use After 24 hours use After 36 hours use Cleaning clean clean clean clean Air filter clean clean replace Spark plug check check replace Engine oil check check check check Cutting blade check check check replace NOTE The engine oil should be changed after the first 5 hours Cleaning To ensure long life and good performance of the machine it s importa...

Page 24: ...new filter 4 Install the air filter 5 Install the cover tabs D into the slots E 6 Close the cover and secure with the fastener A Cleaning or replacing the spark plug 1 Once the engine has cooled pull off the spark plug boot with a twist Remove the spark plug using the socket spanner supplied 2 Clean the plug with a wire brush 3 Using a feeler gauge set the gap to 0 51mm 4 Install the spark plug ca...

Page 25: ... Renew your metal blade after 36 hours of mowing or after 2 years whichever is sooner regardless of condition Regularly check your blade If the cut of your grass is poor the blade might be blunt Damaged blades not only result in a bad cut they cause excessive vibration and uneconomical running of the engine If the blade has worn excessively and become pitted and blunt it should be replaced or shar...

Page 26: ...ick clamp 959202 Blade 959004 Mulching plug Parts can be ordered via www gardenservicecentre co uk Check the washer is still slightly domed to keep the pressure on the bolt and stop it unwinding keeping the blade firmly secure Then replace the washer right way around and bolts Make sure the blade is correctly located and then firmly tighten the bolt Do not over tighten The up turn of the blade mus...

Page 27: ...e Blade fasteners are loose Blade is unbalanced Check screws Check blade fasteners Replace blade Engine does not start Start stop bar not pressed Spark plug is defective Fuel tank is empty Engine may be flooded Press start stop bar Replace spark plug Refill with fuel Remove plug and dry see page 24 Engine runs unsteadily Air filter is soiled Spark plug is soiled Clean the air filter Clean the spar...

Page 28: ...ngine power 2 2kW 2900 min Max engine speed 2900 min Cutting width 51cm Grass bag capacity 60L Ignition T C I Fuel tank capacity 0 8L Oil tank capacity 0 5L Measured sound power level 96 dB A Guaranteed sound power level 98 dB A K 3dB A Vibration 6 1m s2 k 1 5m s2 Spark type XC92YC Net weight 31 5kg ...

Page 29: ...proof of purchase to your local store HHGL Limited bears reasonable direct expenses of claiming under the warranty You may submit details and proof to our store for consideration The warranty covers manufacturer defects in materials workmanship and finish under normal use This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you may have under law our goods come with guarantees which ...