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general, plastic containers are unsuitable.

• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before inspecting the mower if:

(a) the mower begins to vibrate abnormally, or

(b) after striking a foreign object.

• Check the catcher for wear and tear, and replace any worn or broken parts.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves and any spilt fuel.

• Shut the engine off and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before removing the

catcher or un-clogging the chute.

• Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating.

• Replace worn or faulty silencers.

• Before using, always visually inspect to see that blades, blade bolts and cutter assemblies

are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve
balance.

• Do not mow whilst people, especially children, or pets are in the mowing area.

• Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower.

• Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away from naked flames such as may be found

in hot water heaters.

• Do not over-speed the engine or alter governor settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and

shortens mower life.

• Turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing and reduce the throttle setting during engine

run-out.

• Never cut grass while walking backwards.

• Walk, never run.

• Never use the mower unless the grass catcher, or guards provided, are in position.

GRASS CATCHER
1.

Position the two catcher halves as shown in 

(Figure 1A).

Align the locating lugs marked 1 & 2 at the front of the
catcher. With the catcher base on the ground, push the
top section on each side of locator lug 1 until it clicks into
place. (Figure 1B).
Repeat this process for locator lug 2

2. 

Continue working from the front and push each locator lug

into position from number 1 through 8 until completed. i.e.
start with locator lug number 1 then 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
(Figure 1A)

3. WARNING:

DO NOT HIT THE CATCHER WITH YOUR HAND OR A
MALLET.

This will break the plastic.

ALWAYS START AT POSITION 1

. Do not try to

assemble the catcher from any other starting point as this
will make it difficult to assemble the clips.

4. 

Before use, check that all the lugs are completely clipped.

Test the assembly by holding the top handle and pushing
down of the base of the catcher. (Figure 1C)

FOLDING HANDLE

1.

Loosen the locking knobs to release the handle bars for
folding. (Fig. 1D)

2.

Straighten the handle and tighten locking knobs to lock
the handle bars in the operating position. (Fig. 1D)

GRASS CATCHER

1.

To fit: Raise FLAP, grasp HANDLE and position catcher

against rear of mower.

2.

To remove: grasp handle, lift FLAP, remove catcher. (Fig.

1E)

Figure. 1A

Figure. 1B

Figure. 1C

Figure. 1D

Figure. 1E

Locking

Knobs

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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Please refer to the following sections when preparing the mower for it’s first use.

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Summary of Contents for AM3065

Page 1: ...he store receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty Card The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase notwithstanding any subsequent repair or parts replacement No additional warranty or guarantee other than set out in this document whether written or verbal is authorised to be made on the Company s behalf The purcha...

Page 2: ...dirty Clean element or replace Spark plug loose Tighten spark plug to 25 30 N m Spark plug leads loose or Install spark plug lead on spark plug disconnected from plug Spark plug gap is incorrect Set gap between electrodes at 0 6 to 0 7mm Spark plug is defective Install new correctly gapped plug Carburetor is flooded with fuel Remove spark plug lead and remove plug Switch fuel tap off Pull starter ...

Page 3: ...light Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes can collect as they can be lethal Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Always keep clear of the blades and discharge opening Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower even for a moment before cleaning and when making any adjustments or inspections Mow across the face of slope never up and down Exercise extr...

Page 4: ...run Never use the mower unless the grass catcher or guards provided are in position GRASS CATCHER 1 Position the two catcher halves as shown in Figure 1A Align the locating lugs marked 1 2 at the front of the catcher With the catcher base on the ground push the top section on each side of locator lug 1 until it clicks into place Figure 1B Repeat this process for locator lug 2 2 Continue working fr...

Page 5: ...hen tighten with knob Repeat on other side Fig 2C A B D E F C Square inset clamp 51mm Screw Circular inset clamp Knob AU 4 To attach the top handle slide the adjustment teeth of the top handle over the adjustment teeth of the middle handle Ensure the screw holes line up Fig 2D 5 Insert the 2 remianing 45mm screws G through the inside of the middle handle section and then tighten with knobs Fig 2E ...

Page 6: ...s oil off Insert cap into oil filler but DO NOT screw in Remove cap and observe oil level on dip stick NOTE There may be a small amount of oil in the engine after draining Fill using dip stick to avoid over filling CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL FOUR STROKE ENGINES should be checked for oil level every 8 hours running or daily and the oil should be drained and replaced after every 50 hours of use See Eng...

Page 7: ...in the manual and check the engine mounting bolts regularly to be sure they are tight ENGINE CONTROL This is mounted at the centre of the handle It operates the choke for starting and allows you to set the governed speed of the engine while cutting or to stop the engine You will not need to change the control setting constantly while mowing because the governor holds the selected speed even under ...

Page 8: ...RTING Stand the mower on a paved drive or path where the blade is clear of the grass If you must start on the lawn move to an already cut area and or raise the cutting height Do not start the mower on a gravel surface Start a warm engine with the control in the START position Keep the mower clean underneath HARD START CHECKLIST Look for these faults Fuel 1 Insufficient fuel in tank 2 Fuel tap shut...

Page 9: ...s and washers and discard 5 Fit the new blades blade bolts washers and nuts in set sequence refer drawing below to loosen rotate anti clockwise to tighten rotate clockwise Blade bolt torque 14 8 22 0 ft lb 20 30 N m Fig 10A Fig 10B AU BLADES CAUTION Always use genuine original equipment parts to ensure safety and proper performance Substitute parts can be disappointing and dangerous 17 1 Stop the ...

Page 10: ...Hours or Every Season Change engine oil Use 500 ml of SAE30 oil Replace high air intake filter cartridge Part No AO9183 306001 Clean mower Mower service should be carried out by an authorised Talon service agent STORAGE If mower is to be stored for over 60 days you will need to drain the fuel if full to prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburettor parts Remove spark plug and...

Page 11: ...ed upward when turning so that the air flow which holds the grass in position for re cutting is momentarily decreased After mowing the lawn you can go back and mow only the turns so that the clippings are no longer visible Clean the mowing chamber frequently to remove grass build up This will keep mowing performance at its best especially when mulching Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet gr...

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