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Operation with grass collector

WARNING
When operating the equipment with a collecting bag, the bag must be completely

assembled and in technically perfect condition.

IMPORTANT

Make sure that the chute (1) R1 is not bent when handling the collector.

During mowing ensure that the collector is emptied in good time. The turbo indicator on

the collector will indicate when the collector should be emptied. A deflector (available as
an accessory from dealers under the Order No. SA592) can also be fitted in place of the

grass collection bag.

Turbo signal (shows when the grass collector is full)

(Illustration J + K )

There is an indicator on the top of the collector that shows whether the collector is

empty or full:
– The collector indicator inflates if the collector is empty and during the mowing

– If the collector is full, the indicator collapses; once this happens, stop mowing

immediately and empty the collector

IMPORTANT

If the fabric of the grass collector is very dirty the turbo indicator will not inflate –
in this case, clean the fabric immediately. The grass collector will only collect

grass perfectly if it is permeable to air.
IMPORTANT
Do not clean the grass collector with hot water!

Emptying the grass collector (Illustration I3 + L )

Release the safety control bracket

. This will bring the blade brake into operation,

bringing the blade to a standstill within 3 seconds. With the engine running, the collector
bag can now be emptied as follows:
– Lift ejection flap.
– Unhinge the full grass collector from the mower at the carrying strap – the ejection

flap closes automatically.

– Empty the collector thoroughly whilst holding it by the carrying strap and the

moulded handle on the bottom

Operation without grass collector

WARNING

When mowing without grass collector the ejection flap on the mower housing

must always be closed (flap down).

17 MOWING

Safety instruction!

See table for explanation of symbols page 2

Mowing on slopes

NOTE

The mower can be used on banks and slopes with a gradient of up to 48% (26°
angle). Any steeper slopes can lead to engine damage.

For safety reasons, however, we urgently recommend you do not exploit this
theoretical performance potential. Always make sure you have a firm stance.

Manually guided lawnmowers should never be used for slopes with a gradient in
excess of 26% (15° angle of slope). Stability may be lost!

Checking the oil level

Check oil level each time prior to mowing

. Never let the engine to run with too little

or too much oil. Irreparable damages could occur.

Checking operating safety

The lawn mower is equipped with a blade stop device.

Before every mowing job, make sure that the blade stop safety control bar is working

perfectly. When the control bar is released, the cutter bar must come to a standstill
within three seconds.

After release, the bar must always return to the position shown in the "component
description" diagram.

If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an authorised workshop.

Risk of injury!

If the blade run-on time is longer, stop using the equipment and take it to an authorised

workshop.

Measuring run-on time

After the mowing blade has been started, the blade rotates and a wind-like noise can be

heard.
The run-on time corresponds to the duration of the wind-like noise after the engine has

been switched off or the cutter bar has been stopped, it can be measured using a
stopwatch.
Machine safety and protective devices must not be manipulated or disabled.
The perfect function of the motor drive control bar must be checked before every
mowing job too. When the motor drive control bar is released, the machine must come

to a standstill immediately. If this is not the case, it must be checked immediately by an
authorised workshop.
Make sure that all protective devices have been attached properly and are not

damaged.
To avoid risk, check the condition and firm attachment of the blade before every
mowing job. The blade attachment screw must always be tightened by an authorised

workshop. If the blade screw is too tight or too loose, the blade coupling and cutter bar
can become damaged or loose which can lead to serious injuries. A worn or damaged

blade must always be replaced. (Refer here to the chapter

"Cutter blade care"

In addition, check the fan, blade coupling and fan housing every 10 operating hours for

wear and a tight fit. Also check equipment screws and nuts for a firm fit and tighten if
necessary.
Make sure the spark plug connector is fitted tightly. Danger: Electric shock. Disconnect

the spark plug connector only when the engine has cooled down. Danger of burns!
If the mower mechanism becomes blocked e.g. by colliding with an obstacle, have an
authorised workshop check whether any parts of the mower are damaged or deformed.

Always have any necessary repairs done by an authorised workshop too.
If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises, please

have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop.

Time restrictions

In Germany, the set hours for operating lawnmowers are regulated in the "32nd
Ordinance implementing the Federal Emissions Protection Act (32nd BImSch-V)".
In addition, there may be regional restrictions (e.g. to protect midday peace), which can

be issued by the respective local authority.

Tips on caring for your lawn
Mowing (Illustration M )

WARNING
Remove any objects (stones, wood, branches, etc.) from the lawn before each

cut; but still watch out for objects lying around during the mowing process.

Ask your dealer about lawn care instructions. Information and instructions about
mowing can also be found on the manufacturer website.

Mulching

Your lawn mower can also be equipped with a mulching kit. The respective conversion

kit to a mulching system is available as an accessory from professional dealerships
(see genuine spare parts and accessories for the conversion kit order no.).
The mulching kit also includes tips and information about mulching. You will also find

information about mulching on the manufacturer website.

WARNING

Always have an authorised workshop carry out the conversion of the mower to a
mulching system. A wrongly assembled cutting blade coupling or a blade screw

that is tightened too tightly or too loosely can allow the cutting blade bars to
become loose and cause severe injuries.

If the grass should happen to be too high for mulching, the mulching mower can be

converted for mowing with a grass collecting bag in no time.

Converting the machine to rear ejection (Illustration U2 + S1 )

– Stop the motor (model with motor brake) or switch off the mower blade (model with

blade brake).

– Lift the ejection flap.
– Remove the mulching plug from the channel

– Hook the grass collecting bag in the bracket provided on the mower housing

The mulching blade system does not have to be converted. The capacity of the
collecting bag can be reduced under difficult mowing conditions (e.g. wet grass).
For the equipment to be used as a mulching machine again, the mulching plug must be
installed again. To do this stop the motor or switch off the mower blade, remove the

grass collecting bag, insert the mulching plug into the ejector channel and close the
ejector flap. Clean the ejector channel first.