McCulloch Lawn Mower M48A User Manual

USER MANUAL  
Rotary Lawn Mower  
SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE  
Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for  
dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety.  
WARNING:To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the  
operator’s manual before using this product.  
Thank you for your purchase.  
SAVETHIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
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Model No. M48A  
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WARNING  
Discharge openings must be guarded at all times. Do not hold the safety flap while moving.  
1 Inspect the area where the equipment is to be  
used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones  
and other foreign, hard objects before mowing;  
they could be thrown by the blade.  
14 Mow across the face of slope, never up and  
down. Exercise extreme caution when changing  
direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively  
steep slopes.  
2 Never mow while barefoot or wearing open toe  
sandals or thongs.Wear long trousers and heavy-  
duty shoes. It is advisable to wear suitable eye  
and hearing protection.  
15 Stop the engine when crossing gravel driveways,  
walks or roads.  
16 Start the engine carefully with feet well away  
from the blades.  
3 Read the Owner’s Manual carefully and know the  
controls. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in  
an emergency.  
17 Store fuel in a cool place in an approved  
container specifically designed for the purpose. In  
general, plastic containers are unsuitable.  
4 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead 18 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug  
before attempting to clear blockages, checking or  
working on the mower.  
5 Never attempt to adjust cutting height with the  
engine running.  
6 Never operate the equipment in wet grass, always  
be sure of your footings, keep a firm grip on  
the handles and walk, never run and never walk  
backwards while cutting grass.  
7 Check all nuts, bolts and screws before starting.  
Always be sure your mower is in a safe operating  
condition. Use only replacement parts made or  
guaranteed by Husqvarna.  
lead before inspecting the mower if:  
(a) the mower begins to vibrate abnormally, or  
(b) after striking a foreign object.  
19 Check the catcher for wear and tear, and replace  
any worn or broken parts.  
20To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass,  
leaves and any spilt fuel.  
21 Shut the engine off and wait until the blades  
come to a complete stop before removing the  
catcher or un-clogging the chute.  
22 Never pick up or carry a mower when it is  
operating.  
8 Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke while  
refueling engine.Add fuel before starting the  
engine. Never remove fuel cap with engine running  
or add petrol while the engine is running. If petrol  
is spilt, do not attempt to start the engine. Clean  
all spilt fuel and move the mower away from the  
spilled area.Avoid creating any source of ignition  
until petrol vapours have dissipated.  
9 Replace worn or damaged blades, as worn blades  
and worn bolts are major hazards.  
10 Mow only in good daylight.  
11 Do not operate the engine in a confined space  
where exhaust fumes can collect, as they can be  
lethal.  
12 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating  
parts.Always keep clear of the blades and  
discharge opening.  
23 Replace worn or faulty muffler.  
24 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.  
25 Do not mow whilst people, especially children, or  
pets are in the mowing area.  
26 Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with  
these instructions to use the mower.  
27 Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away  
from naked flames such as may be found in hot  
water heaters.  
28 Do not over-speed the engine or alter governor  
settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and  
shortens mower life.  
29Turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing and  
reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out.  
30 Never cut grass while walking backwards.  
31Walk, never run.  
13 Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower  
even for a moment, before cleaning and when  
making any adjustments or inspections.  
32 Never use the mower unless the grass catcher,  
or guards provided, are in position.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
General safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Preparing the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6  
Running the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7  
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8  
Cutting Height Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Blade Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13  
Mowing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
GENERAL SAFETY RULES  
The purpose of safety rules is to attract your  
attention to possible dangers.The safety symbols  
safety rules,etc.contained in this manual.Failure to  
comply can result in accidents involving fire,electric  
and the explanations with them,require your careful shock or serious personal injury.Save this User  
attention and understanding.The safety warning  
by themselves do not eliminate any danger.The  
Manual and review it frequently for continual safe  
operation and for instructing others who may use  
instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes this tool.  
for proper accident prevention measures.  
The operation of any tool  
can result in foreign objects  
being thrown into your eyes,  
which can result in severe  
eye damage.  
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL  
Indicates caution or warning. May be used in  
conjuction with other symbols or pictures.  
Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious  
Before beginning power tool operation, always  
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side  
shields and a full face shield when needed.We  
recommendWideVision Safety Mask for use  
over eye glasses or standard safety glasses with  
side shields.  
injury to yourself or to others.Always follow the  
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,electric  
shock and personal injury.  
Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have  
read thoroughly and completely understood the  
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INTRODUCTION  
Your new lawnmower has been engineered and manufactured to McCulloch’s high standard of dependability,  
ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble free  
performance. If you use your lawnmower properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of  
safe, reliable service  
Keep this manual safe for future reference.  
Important: Servicing of a tool with double  
Insulation requires extreme care and knowledge  
of the system and should be performed only  
by a qualified service technician. For service  
we suggest you return the tool to your nearest  
McCulloch Authorised Service Centre for repair.  
When servicing, use only identical McCulloch’s  
replacement parts.  
WARNING  
Carefully read through this entire  
owner’manual. Pay close attention to the  
general safety rules and rules for safe operation,  
before using your new unit.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
MODEL NO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M48A  
Engine Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3000 r.p.m  
FuelTank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 900ml  
OilTank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500ml  
Air Cleaner Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paper Cartridge  
Air Cleaner Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handle Bar  
CuttingWidth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480cm (19”)  
Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Swing Back  
HeightAdjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Position Single Lever  
Cutting Heights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15mm to 55mm  
Wheel Size (F/Rmm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200/200mm  
BearingType . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dual Metal Ball Bearing  
Tread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rubber  
Grass Catcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Solid Plastic  
Under DeckWash Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes  
Weight (Incl. Catcher) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.7kg  
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DESCRIPTION  
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1. Dash Panel for Key Start and  
Engine Control Lever  
2. High Intake Air Cleaner  
3. AirTube  
6. Fuel Filler Cap  
7. Oil Filler Cap  
8. Muffler Housing  
9. Under DeckWash Connector  
10. Spark Plug  
4. Locking Knob  
5. Starter Handle  
11. Cast Aluminium Ball BearingWheels  
12. Above Deck Oil changeTap  
13. FuelTap  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
Please refer to the following sections when preparing the mower  
for it’s first use  
GRASS CATCHER  
1. Position the two catcher halves as shown in (Figure 1A).  
Ensure the catcher door is pushed down firmly onto the  
catcher to lock in place.  
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)  
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5
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Repeat this process for locator lug 2  
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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)  
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3. WARNING: DO NOT HITTHE CATCHERWITHYOUR  
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.  
Figure. 1A  
4. Before use, check that all the lugs are completely clipped.Test  
the assembly by holding the top handle and pushing down on  
the base of the catcher. (Figure 1C)  
Figure. 1B  
1. List of Components:  
A. Lower Catcher  
B. Upper Catcher  
C. Mid Handle Assembly  
D. Upper Handle Assembly  
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Figure. 1C  
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PREPARING THE ENGINE  
Please read and understand the engine instructions prior to operating the lawnmower.  
OIL - SAE30  
CAUTION  
DO NOT START your four stork engine before making sure that it has been filled with the right  
amount of the corect grade of oil.  
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 in. Remove cap and observe oil level on  
dip stick.  
NOTEThere may be a small amount of oil  
in the engine after draining. Fill using dip stick to  
avoid over filling  
Figure 3  
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.  
Figure 4  
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PREPARING THE ENGINE  
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 fuel  
3. Remove the fuel tank cap  
FUEL  
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.  
USE ONLY CLEAN FRESH PETROLATALLTIMES,  
preferably unleaded, with an octane rating of at least  
91. Four stroke (cycle) engines use straight fuel.  
FUEL FILLING  
7. Clean up any spilt fuel.  
1. Position the mower on a level surface in a well-  
ventilated area.  
2. Clean around the fuel tank.  
RUNNING THE ENGINE  
ENGINE  
Regular attention to a few simple items will ensure long and trouble-free service from your mower.  
Carry out the regular maintenance described in the manual, and check the engine mounting bolts  
regularly to be sure they are tight.  
WARNING  
Before making any adjustments to your mower make sure that the engine is turned off and that the blade  
has STOPPED ROTATING.Always disconnect the spark plug wire and make sure it cannot accidentally  
contact the spark plug before touching anything under the mower housing.  
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.  
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RUNNING THE ENGINE  
You will not need to change the control setting constantly while mowing because the governor holds the  
selected speed, even under varying cutting loads.The positions for START, RUN, SLOW and STOP are marked.  
STARTING THE ENGINE  
Ensure that the engine has been prepared correctly and that the fuel tap is turned ON.We recommend  
that you check the oil level before every mowing session.  
WARNING  
Never run the engine indoors or in poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,  
an odourless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts.  
• DO NOT pull the starter rope with a jerk or  
COLD STARTING  
release the rope when fully extended. Only  
release the starter handle when the rope is  
1. Set the engine control to the START position  
2.Turn the fuel tap to the “ON” position and wait  
fully re-wound.  
60 seconds.  
4. When engine has warmed up for a short time  
move the engine control lever to the desired  
speed position for cutting  
3. MANUAL START  
• Stand behind the mower. Hold the top the  
mower stationary. Grasp the starter rope and  
pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull  
briskly.  
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STARTING THE ENGINE  
HINTS FOR EASY STARTING  
• 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 aWARM engine with the control in the  
START position.  
• Keep the mower clean underneath  
STOPPING  
Move the engine control to STOP.  
HARD START CHECKLIST  
Look for these faults  
IGNITION 1. Loose spark plug wire  
2. Dirty spark plug electrodes  
3. Incorrect spark plug gap  
FUEL  
1. Insufficient fuel in tank  
2. Fuel tap shut off  
3. Stale fuel  
4. Incorrect spark plug type  
4.Water or dirt in fuel  
5. Blocked air vent in fuel tank cap  
OTHER  
1. choked air filter (dirt or oil)  
2. Incorrect adjustment of engine  
control cable  
3. Cutting blade obstructed  
CUTTING HEIGHT CONTROL LEVER  
Turn mower off before adjusting cutting height.The  
single point cut height control adjusts all four wheels  
simultaneously.To operate, steady the mower by  
grasping the handle with one hand, pull the lever  
outwards from the mower with the other hand, and  
move it to the desired setting.  
For heavy or very long grass it is recommended  
setting the mower cut height to #4 or more to  
avoid the possibility of clogging. If clogging becomes  
persistent because of unfavourable conditions, try  
walking slower, cutting a narrower strip or raising  
the cutting height further.  
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FITTING THE MULCHING PLUG TO THE MOWER (OPTIONAL)  
1. Stop the engine.  
2. Make sure the discharge chute and the underside of the mower are clean. If not, clean the mower.  
3. Raise the flap with left hand, and using the hand-hold on the mulching plug, insert the mulching plug, with  
the angled section to the mowers right, into the discharge chute. Make sure the back of the plug is sitting  
on the rear axle, then lower the flap.  
Fig. 8A  
Fig. 8B  
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BLADES  
Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent  
intervals for proper tightness.  
To check blades, fold top handle down and tilt  
mower backward and view blades under deck from  
the front. (see pic) do not place mower on its side!  
Check the blade condition frequently, particularly if  
the mower has hit a foreign object or is vibrating.  
Sub-standard cutting and catching will result from a  
neglected blade.Your Authorised Dealer can  
replace blades as necessary, or if you prefer, supply  
the parts for you to do yourself.  
CAUTION  
Always use genuine original equipment parts  
to ensure safety and proper performance.  
Substitute parts can be disappointing and  
dangerous.  
BLADE CHANGE  
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire.  
2. Adjust the mower to the high cut position.  
3. Lift the rear flap and prop open to give full  
access to the blades.  
4. Remove the blades, blade retaining bolts, nuts  
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)  
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MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION  
Never tip mower sideways.To gain access to blades or cutting disc tilt backwards so spark plug is up.  
CAUTION  
Failure to properly service your mower will reduce it’s operating performance and could void  
warranty. Service costs are not covered by warranty.  
ENGINE LUBRICATION  
SPARK PLUG  
Check engine oil before every mowing session or  
every 8 hours or daily.  
Use only genuine replacement spark plug type  
5223761-01. For best results, replace the spark  
plug every 100 hours of use.  
1. Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire.  
2. Remove spark plug  
ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
First 5 Hours  
3. Screw the replacement spark plug into the  
engine and tighten to 25-30 N•m torque and  
replace spark plug wire.  
Change engine oil - Oil SAE30. 500ml.  
Every 25 Hours or Every Season Change engine  
oil if operated under heavy load or in high ambient  
temperature above 35 C. SAE30. 500ml.  
4. Spark plug gap. 0.6 — 0.7mm  
CAUTION  
Every 50 Hours or Every Season Change engine oil.  
Use 500 ml of SAE30 oil.  
Clean mower.  
Mower service should be carried out by an  
authorised McCulloch service agent.  
Do not over-tighten the spark plug as engine  
damage may occur  
DECK CLEANING  
STORAGE  
Wipe deck with a damp cloth.  
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.  
CAUTION  
Do not hose engine.Water can damage  
engine or contaminate the fuel system  
Remove spark plug and pour about 10ml of engine  
oil into cylinder, replace spark plug and turn engine  
over (pull cord slowly).  
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MAINTENANCE  
ABOVE DECK OIL CHANGE  
1. Place 12mm (inside diameter) tube onto outlet of  
above deck oil change tap. Fig. 11A  
2. Push and turn tap to allow oil to flow. Fig 11B  
3. Ensure oil is drained into a suitable container for  
proper disposal.  
Note To ensure full drainage of oil sump it may  
be necessary to prop up the wheels on the  
opposite side of mower so that the engine is  
tilted towards the outlet.  
Fig. 11A  
UNDER DECK WASH CONNECTOR  
1.Attach click on hose fitting to the connector.  
(Fig.11C)  
2. Start mower and set engine speed control to FAST.  
3.Turn hose on.  
4.Allow approximately ONE MINUTE to clean the  
underside of the deck.  
5.Turn off hose and stop engine.  
6. Disconnect hose from mower.  
7.Allow mower to dry before storage.  
Fig. 11B  
Fig. 11C  
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MAINTENANCE  
CAUTION  
Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter element.  
ENGINE AIR CLEANER  
The engine air cleaner element must be serviced (cleaned) after 25 hours normal mowing.  
TO REPLACE HIGH INTAKE PAPERAIR FILTER  
1.To access filter element push down air snorkel release clip pull air snorkel away from air filter box.  
(Fig.12A)  
2.Remove old air filter element and replace with new.(Fig.12B)  
3.Insert new filter into housing so that the end with the opening fits into the inner tube in the housing.  
4.Replace air snorkel and clip into place.  
Fig. 12A  
Fig. 12B  
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MOWING TIPS  
• The best time to mow your lawn is the late  
• Clean the mowing chamber frequently to  
afternoon. By this time the grass has had a chance  
to dry out.Also the sensitive newly cut grass area  
isn’t exposed to the direct sun.  
• For healthy growth, grass should not be cut too  
short. Using the lowest settings can result in  
destruction of the crown of grass, allowing flat  
lying weeds to develop.  
• Vary your cutting pattern from week to week.  
One week mow your lawn from north to south,  
the next week, mow your lawn from east to west.  
This will help prevent matting and graining of the  
grass.  
• For best performance, always keep the mower  
blade sharp.A blunt blade tends to tear, not cut,  
the blades of grass.  
remove grass build-up.This will keep mowing  
performance at its best, especially when mulching.  
Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.Wet grass  
tends to form clumps and interferes with the  
mulching action of the mower.  
• If you are not collecting the cut grass, mow  
in a pattern that deposits the clippings on the  
previously cut path. So, if your mower discharges  
clippings on the left, the next cut should be to the  
right of the previous one, and vice-versa.  
• When cutting close to obstructions such as tree  
trunks, and when mowing to the edge of a lawn  
where there is no wheel support, use the left side  
of the mower, giving a useful bladeoverhang’ for  
ready access to awkward areas.  
• When cutting very long grass, a preliminary  
cut on a high setting, followed by a lower cut  
(preferably a day or so later), will minimise the  
overall time required for the job.  
• Do not try to cut too much off the grass at  
one time.This can cause excessive loads to be  
put on the engine and also affect the mulching  
performance.  
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