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4HP
PETROL
LAWN MOWER
RL504
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1
C o de: RL504 IM
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow
D a t e: 070421 E dition: 13 Op: GM
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Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Power Tools Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete Introduction 3 satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Description of symbols 3 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the Specifications 4 assistance of our service department. Safety rules for petrol lawn mowers 4 This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home Unpacking 6 domestic use from the date of
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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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Preparation Specifications • While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear and long Engine: Briggs & Stratton 4HP, 4 Stroke trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot -1 Speed: 0 – 3000min or wearing open sandals. • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be Width of cut: 18" 460mm used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the Blades: 4 Swing back machine or damage the cutter assembly and the engine (stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.) Height adju
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• Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled – If the lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (find and along by the lawn mower. remove the cause of the vibration immediately). • Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. • Stop the engine: • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. – Whenever you leave the lawn mower unattended. Remove the key from models with electric starters. • Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°. – Before refuelling. • Exercise extr
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• 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 for your safety. • Whenever the machine is to be handled, transported or tilted you must: – wear strong working gloves; – grasp the machine at the points that offer a safe grip, taking account of the weight and its distribution. • Damaged blades a
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1 Know your product 14 1. Handle bar 8. Oil filler cap 2. Lower handle 9. Recoil starter 3. Throttle Lever 10. Spark plug cap 4. Discharge guard 11. Air filter 5. Grass catcher 12. Primer bulb 3 2 6. Height adjustment lever 13. Handle bar locking knob 7. Fuel tank cap 14. Brake Lever 13 5 8 4 9 6 11 7 12 10 7
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Assembly Attaching the Handles It is necessary to fit the lower handle (2), handle bar (1), It is necessary to attach both the lower handle and and catcher (5) to the mower. handle bars. Assembling the catcher 1. To attach the lower handle, first use a spanner to 1. The grass catcher (5) is supplied remove the 4 bolts. in two sections. Locate the top half on top of the bottom half 2. Place the lower handle in and interlock them together by position and replace the 4 bolts. aligning t
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filled with the right amount of correct grade oil. Refer to Note. If you are unsure of which cutting height to use, begin the oil recommendations section of the Briggs & Stratton with a high setting and trial a small section of lawn, then instruction manual for this information. check the appearance of the lawn. Then readjust if necessary 1. Move the lawn mower to a Brake lever level surface and clean around The mower is equip with a brake the oil filter cap (8) . lever (14) to improve
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2. Sharp blades cut cleanly and efficiently, if the blade is dull it will tear the grass. This will result in the ends turning brown. When the blades no longer cut cleanly either sharpen them or replace them. 3. To safely operate the mower ensure all four wheels are on the ground and be careful not to loose your footing or control of the mower. Be very careful when mowing uneven or rough ground. Keep a firm grip on the handle bar at all times, always walk, never run with the mower. 4.
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12. If the blades do come into contact with something or the 5. Replace all 4 blades to mower starts to vibrate stop the engine immediately, ensure a smooth even cut. remove the spark plug lead and inspect to see if there By replacing the washer, then is any damage. the half washer, then the nut securing the blade firmly, Emptying the grass catcher (25 – 30Nm) repeat this for Note. Before making any adjustment or maintenance the other 3 blades. procedures to the mower ensure it is tur
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service 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 n
