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Operator′s manual
M48 M53 S
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special Key to symbols certification requirements for certain markets. WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or Always wear protective gloves. carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully Regular cleaning is required. and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Visual check. Always wear:
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CONTENTS Contents KEY TO SYMBOLS Key to symbols ............................................................. 2 Steps before using a new lawn mower ........................ 2 CONTENTS Contents ...................................................................... 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protection ...................................................... 4 Machine′s safety equipment ........................................ 4 Checking, maintaining and servicing the
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Engine brake handle Personal protection WARNING! You must use personal protection whenever you use the machine. ! • Hearing protection • Vibration damping system • Gloves must be worn when required, for example when fitting, inspecting or cleaning cutting attachments. • Muffler • Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear shorts, sandals or go barefoot. • Cutting equipment Cutting cover and protective cover On lawn mower M53 S there is a protective cover
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Vibration damping system Checking, maintaining and servicing Your machine is equipped with a vibration damping system ′′ the machine′′s safety equipment that is designed to minimize vibration and make operation easier. The handlebar system's steel tube and the cutting cover are designed to minimise the vibrations from the engine. The machine′s vibration damping system reduces the transfer WARNING! All servicing and repair work on of vibration betw
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Vibration damping system WARNING! Never use a machine with faulty safety equipment. The machine’s safety The handlebar system's steel tube and the cutting cover are ! equipment must be checked and maintained designed to minimise the vibrations from the engine. Make as described in this section. If your machine sure the cutting cover is not damaged and that there are no fails any of these checks contact your visible defects such as cracks. service agent
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before use: Fuel safety (Refuelling/Storage.) WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are highly inflammable. Take care when handling fuel ! and engine oil. Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosion and inhaling fumes. • Never refuel the machine while the engine is running. • Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when refuelling and filling oil. 1 Check that the engine brake works correctly and is • Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point undamaged
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The brake handle must never be permanently anchored in General working instructions handle when the machine is running. WARNING! This section describes basic safety precautions for working with the lawn ! mower. This information is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. If you get into a situation where you feel unsure about how to progress, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer, Follow the instructions above, but do not use
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • To raise the cutting height move the lever to the left and Cutting height then backward. Shut down the engine before changing the cutting height. The cutting height adjustment is spring assisted. The cutting height can be adjusted in five different steps. Do not set the cutting height too low as there is a risk that the cutters might hit slopes with unevenness. Do not set the cutting height too low as there is a risk that the cutters might hit slopes with unevenn
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WHAT IS WHAT? What is what on the lawn mower? 9 Oil tank M48 10 Cutting cover 1 Handle / handlebar 11 Muffler 2 Engine brake handle 12 Spark plug 3 Starter handle 13 Cutter/cutting equipment 4 Cutting height control 14 Cup spring 5 Fuel tank 15 Cutter bolt 6 Air purge 16 Cutter bracket 7 Air filter 17 Engine shaft 8 Lower handlebar 18 Operator′s manual 10 – English
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WHAT IS WHAT? 17 13 18 1 12 19 2 11 4 3 14 7 20 21 15 6 16 5 22 10 8 9 What is what on the lawn mower? 11 Spark plug M53 S 12 Air purge 1 Handle / handlebar 13 Lower handlebar 2 Engine brake handle 14 Cutting cover 3 Starter handle 15 Muffler 4 Clutch lever 16 Protective cover 5 Cutting height control 17 Cutter/cutting equipment 6 Fuel tank 18 Cup spring 7 Oil tank 19 Cutter bolt 8 Air filter 20 Cutter bracket 9 Gear housing 21 Engine shaft 10 Drive belt 22 Operator′s manual English – 1
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ASSEMBLY Assembly Fitting the handlebar • Position the cutter so that the cutting edge faces in the Lift up the handlebar until the handlebar's upper tubular direction of rotation. construction comes directly opposite to the handlebar's lower section. Tighten the knob correctly. • Fit the cup spring, make sure it centres correctly on the engine shaft. Take care not to damage the cables and wires when you fold up the handlebar. Dismantling and assembling the cutter • Fit the was
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FUEL HANDLING If the oil level is low, fill using engine oil up to the upper level Fuel on the dipstick. WARNING! Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when handling fuel. ! Only use recommended engine oil. See the Technical data section. Petrol Fuelling • Use good quality unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol can be used if unleaded petrol is not available. • Fuel should be at least 77 octane. • If the machine is not used for some time the fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned. WARNING! T
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STARTING AND STOPPING Pull the engine brake handle against the upper handlebar Starting and stopping with your left hand. WARNING! Note the following before starting: ! Do not start a lawn mower unless the cutter Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your right and all covers are fitted correctly. Otherwise hand until you feel some resistance (the starter pawls grip), the cutter could come loose and cause now quickly and powerfully pull the cord. personal injuries. Never t
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MAINTENANCE Wash the filter with a liquid cleaning agent and water. After Maintenance cleaning the filter should be oiled using engine oil. Proceed as follows: • Put the filter in a plastic bag and pour in new and clean engine oil. WARNING! Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, ! carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug. The ignition lead should always be removed from the spark plug before repair, cleaning or maintenance work.
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MAINTENANCE Clean the filter by knocking the filter against a flat surface. Cutter Never use solvent with petroleum, for example, kerosene, or compressed air to clean the filter. When reassembling, make sure that the filter completely seals against the filter holder. WARNING! Always wear heavy-duty gloves Spark plug when repairing the cutting attachment. The ! blades are very sharp and can easily cause cuts. WARNING! The muffler gets very hot in use and remains so for a short time afterwards. I
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MAINTENANCE • Drain the oil by tipping the engine so that the oil runs out Drive and gearbox through the filler pipe. M53 S M48 M53 S Ensure the wheels and wheel axles are clean and free from leaves, grass, etc. It is also important to keep clean around the drive gearbox. • Remove the protective cover by unscrewing the screws. When the lawn mower with model designation M48 is tilted, the spark plug should always be positioned as the highest point. When the lawn mower with model designation M
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MAINTENANCE Below you will find some general maintenance Monthly maintenance instructions. Daily maintenance 1 Check that drive belt is not damaged and is not visibly defective. 1 Check that the engine brake handle works safely. 2 Clean the gearbox. 2 Brush leaves, grass and the like off of the lawn mower. 3 Check the fuel filter and the fuel hose. Replace if 3 Check the oil level. necessary. 4 Clean the air intake on the starter. Check the starter and 4 Clean the inside of the fuel tank. star
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TECHNICAL DATA Technical data M48 M53 S Engine 3 Cylinder displacement, cm 158 190 Cylinder bore, mm 65,1 68,3 Stroke, mm 47,5 51,8 Power, kW 3,3 4,0 Ignition system Spark plug NGK - BPR6ES NGK - BPR6ES Electrode gap, mm 0,76 0,76 Fuel and lubrication system Fuel tank capacity, litre 1 1 Oil tank capacity, litre 0,6 0,6 Engine oil SAE 30 SAE 30 Weight Lawn mower with empty tanks, kg 25,3 33,0 Noise emissions (see note 1) Sound power level, measured dB(A) 95 97 Sound power level, guaranteed L dB(
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