Yard force GM A46, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...fore using your lawn mower and keep it in a safe place for future reference Hotline 1300 418 640 Monday Friday 9 00am to 4 30pm Saturday 9 00am to 3 00pm Email service actionspares com au Model GM A46 OPERATOR S MANUAL PETROL LAWN MOWER 1 ...

Page 2: ...ION OF PRODUCT PARTS 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4 INTENDED USE 4 SAFETY INFORMATION 5 ASSEMBLY 9 ADJUSTMENT 13 OPERATION 14 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 21 WARRANTY 22 GM A46 Operating Manual PREPARING THE ENGINE 11 ...

Page 3: ... handle 3 Engine start handle 4 Rope guide 5 Rear flap 6 Grass catcher 7 Oil filler cap and dipstick 8 Rear wheel 9 Height adjusting handle 10 Front wheel 11 Deck 12 Spark plug cap 13 Fuel tank cap 14 Throttle control cable 15 Lower handle 16 Cable clip 17 Fixing knob Fig 1 ...

Page 4: ... Grass catcher upper cover D Grass catcher handle E Grass catcher lower case F Cross recessed pan head tapping screws ST4 8X25 mm G Self tapping screw ST4 8X16 mm H Fixing knob with M8 nut I Cup head square neck bolts M8X45mm J Lower handle K Cable clip L Spark plug spanner M Manual 1pc WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing please contact Action Spares 1300 418 640 Do not operate this mower ...

Page 5: ...90 OCTANE OR BETTER Do NOT use E10 or Ethanol blends Oil type SAE 10W 30 INTENDED USE This Petrol lawn mower has been designed for cutting lawn areas in private homes and gardens This lawn mower must be used only for its intended purpose Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse The user operator not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result Not...

Page 6: ...omment indicates a precaution a warning or a danger Ignoring this warning can lead to an accident for yourself or for others To limit the risk of injury fire or electrocution always follow the recommendations indicated Debris can be thrown by the cutting blades Keep bystanders away Risk of injury from the cutting blades Keep hands and feet clear Remove spark plug lead before maintenance Risk of fi...

Page 7: ... Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals The use of safety glasses and hearing protection is also recommended 2 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the lawn mower 3 Warning petrol is highly flammable Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke...

Page 8: ...ngage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine 14 Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade s 15 Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine or switching on the motor except if the lawn mower has to be tilted for starting In this case do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part ...

Page 9: ...k inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark 3 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure 4 To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine silencer and petrol storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease 5 Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration 6 Replace worn or damaged parts for safety 7 If the fuel tank has to be drained this should be ...

Page 10: ...Fig 7 1 B C Fig 4 Fig 5 Assembling the grass catcher Fig 7 Align the holes of the grass catcher filter B with the corresponding lugs on the grass catcher upper cover C then push it until it is locked in place securely Fig 7 1 K J H I J H I fixing locks H Fix the cable throttle control cord to the handle with the cable clip K Fig 6 1 ...

Page 11: ...onding opening on the grass catcher upper cover C then insert it into the upper grass catcher upper cover C and fix it with self tapping screws G Fig 7 2 Put the grass catcher upper cover C and the grass catcher lower case E together ensure that they join correctly Fix the upper grass catcher cover C and grass catcher lower case E with cross head recessed pan head tapping screws F Fig 7 3 C Attach...

Page 12: ...iller cap dipstick by rotating in an anti clockwise direction 3 Clean the oil dipstick with a clean cloth cleaning away any oil on the dipstick 4 For a new engine add 0 4L 4 Stroke oil we recommend Bynorm 4 stroke lawn mower oil 5 Re insert the oil dipstick and secure the oil filler cap 6 Remove the oil dipstick and check the oil level again It should be at the top of the full indicator on the dip...

Page 13: ...ke when handling the fuel WARNING Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flame or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where petrol is stored Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or inhalation of the vapour 1 Clean the area around the fuel tank check the fuel level 2 Refill the tank if the fuel level is low 3 Refuel carefully to avoid ...

Page 14: ... been removed 1 The cutting height is centrally adjusted with cutting height adjusting handle Different cutting heights can be selected 2 Pull the adjusting handle out gently and select the desired cutting height 3 Place the handle in the grove for the desired position and release The cutting height range is from 20mm to 75mm in seven steps Fig 11 70mm 20mm ...

Page 15: ...e engine make sure that the spark plug lead is connected to the spark plug and the engine is filled with sufficient oil and petrol To start the engine As shown in Fig 12 13 1 Press the primer bulb 3 5 times 2 Move the throttle lever to the rabbit position 3 Stand behind the mower Pull the starter handle out approximate 10 15cm until you feel a resistance and then start the engine with a sharp pull...

Page 16: ...anner to compress the washer 3 Move the throttle lever to the rabbit position 4 Repeat the starting procedure Mowing WARNING Always observe the strictest safety procedures when using the lawn mower Carefully read the safety instructions of this manual before using the lawn mower WARNING Never open the rear flap remove or replace the grass catcher whist the engine is running 1 Select your required ...

Page 17: ...e grass debris from the mower casing or on the blade by hand or with your feet Instead use suitable tools such as a brush or broom Emptying the grass catcher As soon as grass clippings start to trail behind the lawn mower empty the grass catcher WARNING Before removing the grass catcher switch the engine OFF and wait until the blades have come to a stop WARNING If any grass clippings are caught in...

Page 18: ... Check Replace check The Engine oil should be changed after the first 8 hours Maintenance of the spark plug As shown in Fig 15 1 Once the engine has cooled disconnect the spark plug lead 2 Remove the spark plug using a spark plug spanner 3 Clean the spark plug with a wire brush not supplied 4 Using a feeler gauge set the gap to 0 7 0 8mm 5 Install the spark plug carefully by hand to avoid cross th...

Page 19: ...irty replace with a new one Note Never clean the air filter with petrol or inflammable solvents Clean the air filter only with compressed air or by tapping it 4 Install the air filter element 5 Close the cover and clip it Changing the engine oil 1 Tilt the lawn mower towards the oil filler cap have a container ready to catch the oil 2 Remove the filler cap and drain the oil into the container 3 On...

Page 20: ...ly towards the rear side and reach under the deck WARNING Always handle the blade with care sharp edges could cause injury USE GLOVES Replace the blade after 50 hrs mowing or 2 yrs whichever is sooner regardless of condition WARNING If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it with a new one WARNING Don t hold the blade by hand directly Hold the blade bar and unscrew the blade bolt counterclockwi...

Page 21: ... should be carried out Otherwise it may not start again 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 with a petrol suction pump if available 2 Clean up and split fuel 3 Start the engine and let it run until all remaining petrol has been used up 4 While the engine is warm empty the oil and fill th...

Page 22: ...fill with fuel Spark plug may be flooded Remove spark plug and dry Engine runs rough Air filter is soiled Clean the air filter Spark plug is soiled Clean the spark plug Uneven mowing results Blade is blunt Sharpen the blade Cutting height is too low Set correct height Grass catcher won t full fill Blade is worn Replace the blade Grass catcher is clogged Empty the grass catcher Cutting height is in...

Page 23: ...or industrial or commercial purposes Should service become necessary during the warranty period the purchaser should contact Action Spares on 1300 418 640 In order to obtain warranty service the purchaser must present the store receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase notwithstanding any subsequent repair...