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190cc 460MM (18”)
MULCH/CATCH
PETROL LAWN MOWER
RLMC
INSTRUCTION MANUAL (1 of 2)
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C o de: RLMC IM
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D a t e: 080709 E dition: 5 Op: DCR
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Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Mowers (excludes Briggs & Stratton engines) Introduction 3 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete Description of symbols 3 satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Specifications 4 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the Safety rules for petrol lawn mowers 4 assistance of our service department. Contents of carton 6 The product is warranted for a 2-year repai
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Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. your expectations. It has been manufactured under These represent important information about the stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior product or instructions on its use. performance criteria. Conforms to relevant standards You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, for electromagnetic compatibility. and, with proper care, it will give y
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can affect his ability to react and concentrate. Specifications • Remember that the operator or user is responsible Engine Capacity: 190cc for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Fuel Type: Unleaded Preparation Oil Type: 4 Stroke Motor Oil • While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long Engine: Briggs & Stratton 190cc, trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot 4 Stroke or wearing open sandals. -1 Speed: 0 – 3000min • Thoroughly
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• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire: Operation – Before carrying out any work underneath the cutting deck • Do not operate the engine in a confined space where or before unclogging the chute; dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. – Before checking, cleaning or working on lawn mower; • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. – After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawn mower for • If possible, avoid operating the equipment in wet grass. damage and make re
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• Check the stone-guard and grass-catcher frequently for wear and deterioration. • If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool. • Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade. • Check the blade’s balance after sharpening. • For reasons of safety, do not use the equipment with worn or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and not repaired. Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous f
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Know your product 1. Handle bar 2. Lower handle 1 3. Throttle lever 14 4. Discharge guard 5. Grass catcher 6. Height adjustment lever 7. Fuel tank cap 3 8. Oil filler cap 9. Recoil starter 10. Spark plug cap 2 11. Air filter 12. Primer bulb 13. Handle bar locking knob 13 9 8 4 14. Brake lever 15. Mulcher plug 7 5 11 12 15 6 10 7
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4. Release the discharge guard Unpacking 3 to secure the catcher in place Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely between the 2 ribbed locking that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. notches (Fig. 3). If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the Note. Always empty the catcher parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. before it has reached maximum Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. capacity, ot
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Cutting height adjustment Brake lever The GMC mower has one lever The mower is equip with a brake to easily adjust the cutting height. lever (14) to improve the safety of There are 10 height settings. the mower. 1. To decrease the cutting height During operation the brake lever pull the height adjustment must be held, if it is let go the lever (6) out and move it up a engine will automatically stop. notch, towards the handlebar. To start the lawn mower you must hold the brake lever to th
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3. Disengage the brake by pulling the brake lever (14) Checking the oil toward the handle. Letting go of the lever will prevent the CAUTION. The lawn mower is shipped without oil. Do mower from starting or will stop the engine, if running. not start your lawn mower before ensuring it has been 4. While holding the brake lever inward pull the recoil starter filled with the right amount of correct grade oil. Refer to (9) lightly until you feel resistance then pull quickly until the oil reco
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3. Sharp blades cut cleanly and efficiently, if the blade is dull 13. If the blades do come into contact with something or the it will tear the grass. This will result in the ends turning mower starts to vibrate stop the engine immediately, brown. When the blades no longer cut cleanly either remove the spark plug lead and inspect to see if there sharpen them or replace them. is any damage. 4. To safely operate the mower ensure all four wheels are Emptying the grass catcher on the ground
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3. With the engine switched off, lift the front of the mower upwards so the handle bar sits on the ground and the spark plug faces upwards. Note. Improper tipping may affect engine performance. 4. Put on a pair of sturdy gloves to protect your hands. 5. Block the rotation of the blade and use a spanner (not supplied) to unscrew the blade bolt in an anti-clockwise direction (viewed from underneath). 6. Replace the blade and screw in the blade bolt, tightening it with a spanner (not s
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST). Please note that if repair is required,
