Caring for your Lawnmower
If you do not intend to use your lawnmower for long
periods it is advisable to follow this procedure after use:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Fully close the fuel tap. (K)
3. Restart the engine.
4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tilt the
lawnmower slightly.
5. Once the engine has stopped, release the Operator
Presence Control.
6. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
7. Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.
Cleaning - USE GLOVES
• Keep your lawnmower clean - grass clippings left in
any of the air intakes, around the engine or under the
deck could become a potential fire hazard.
• Do not clean with chemicals, including petrol, or
solvents - some can destroy critical plastic parts.
1. Remove grass from under the deck with a piece of
wood or similar.
2. Using a soft brush - remove grass clippings from
around the engine and from all air intakes.
3. Remove the fan, See 'Removing and Fitting the
Blade and Fan', and clean with a soft brush.
4. Wipe over the surface of your lawnmower with a dry
cloth.
Transporting your Lawnmower
• Turn the fuel tap to the off position and transport with
the engine in a horizontal position.
• Never transport the lawnmower when it is running.
Storing Your Lawnmower
Turn the fuel tap to the off position and store in a cool,
dry, damp-proof and safe place with the engine in a
horizontal position. Service your lawnmower after the
last cut of the year as follows:-
At the end of the Mowing Season
1. Stop the engine.
2. Fully close the fuel tap. (K)
3. Restart the engine.
4. As fuel runs out the engine will begin to stop, tilt the
lawnmower slightly.
5. Once the engine has stopped, release the Operator
Presence Control.
6.
Disconnect the spark plug lead.
7.
Remove all fuel from the fuel tank.
8. Remove the spark plug lead and spark plug. Pour one
teaspoon (5ml) of oil through the spark plug hole. Pull the
starting handle 2 or 3 times. This will distribute oil on the
internal surfaces of the engine. Inspect, clean and replace
the spark plug. If a new spark plug is required contact your
local approved Service Centre/Dealer. Do not re-connect
the spark plug lead.
9. Clean the air filter. See 'Cleaning the Air Filter'.
10.Renew the blade if it is cracked, damaged or bent.
Renew the blade bolt if necessary. See 'Removing
and Fitting the Blade and Fan' for complete
instructions.
11.Use only genuine Flymo parts and accessories
specified for this product.
12.Clean your lawnmower thoroughly See 'Cleaning'.
13.Your local approved Service Centre/Dealer will carry
out any service or repairs required.
14.Store your lawnmower in a cool, dry, damp-proof and
safe place.
Cleaning the Air Filter
Q1 - Air Duct, Q2 - Air Cleaner Body, Q3 - Filter,
Q4 - Latch Tabs, Q5 - Air Cleaner Cover
Never run the engine without a filter or with a dirty filter.
This will greatly reduce engine efficiency and lead to
engine damage.
Your lawnmower is fitted with an Air Cleaner, the
maintenance for which is as follows:-
•Check the filter before each use.
•Clean every 25 hrs or more frequently when used in
dusty areas.
• Replace filter every 200 hrs.
1. Press the latch tabs on the top of the air cleaner cover
and remove the cover.
2. Check the filter is clean and in good condition.
If the filter is dirty:-
Tap the air filter several times on a hard surface to remove
dirt, or blow compressed air through the air filter from the
clean side that faces the engine. Never try to brush off dirt.
Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
3. Wipe dirt from the air cleaner body and cover using a
moist rag. Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the
air duct that leads to the carburetor.
4. Replace the filter and air cleaner cover.
Fault Finding
Engine Will Not Start
1. Ensure that the Operator Presence Control is gripped
firmly to the upper handle.
2. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank and
the fuel tap is open
3. Check that the choke control lever is in the correct
position:- 'Run’ position (N) - for a hot engine, 'Choke’
position (L) - for a cold engine.
4. The engine may have flooded. Remove and dry the
spark plug.
5. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol has
been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol
to filter through.
6. Check that the blade bolt is tight. A loose blade bolt
could cause difficult starting.
7. If the engine will still not start - disconnect the spark plug lead
and consult you local approved Service Centre/Dealer.
Poor Flotation or Lack of Power
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Clean the underside of the hood, the air filter, the fan,
around the engine and the air intakes.
3. Check that the engine choke control lever is in the
'Run' position. (N)
4. Petrol may be stale, replace. Once the petrol has
been replaced, it may take a little time for fresh petrol
to filter through.
5. If poor flotation or lack of power persists - disconnect the
spark plug lead and consult your local approved Service
Centre/Dealer.
Excessive Vibration
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.
2. Check that the blade is correctly fitted. 'See 'Fitting and
Removing the Blade and the Fan'.
3. If the blade is damaged or worn, renew the blade.
4. If vibration persists - do not use - disconnect the
spark plug lead and consult your local approved
Service Centre/Dealer.
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