FUEL
USE ONLY CLEAN FRESH PETROL AT ALL TIMES, preferably unleaded, with an octane
rating of at least 91. Four stroke (cycle) engines use straight fuel.
FUEL FILLING
1. Position the mower on a level surface in a well-ventilated area.
2. Clean around the fuel tank.
3. Remove the fuel tank cap.
4. Place a clean funnel in the fuel filler.
5. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded petrol, allowing room in tank for fuel expansion.
6. Replace the fuel tank cap.
7. Clean up any spilt fuel.
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PREPARING THE ENGINE
Please read and understand the engine instructions prior to operating the lawnmower.
OIL – SAE30
Four stroke (cycle) engines are shipped without oil. Place the mower on a level position,
unscrew the ‘OIL FILL’ cap and slowly pour oil provided into the sump. Fill to the full mark on
the dipstick. The capacity is approximately 500ml. To check engine oil level first unscrew the
oil tank cap and wipe excess 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 Engine Lubrication section for oil change information.
CAUTION
DO NOT START your four-stroke engine before making sure that it has been
filled with the right amount of the correct grade of oil.
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WARNING
Petrol vapour is highly flammable and explosive. Handle with extreme care.
Store in an approved container. Do not fill tank when engine is running or is
still hot. Do not allow open flame, matches or smoking nearby. Fill tank
outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Wipe away any spills and move the
mower away from any petrol fumes before starting engine.
CAUTION
When filling the fuel tank, always leave an air space of about 5mm to allow
for expansion of the fuel.
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