• In dense, tall grass, set the highest cutting level and
mow more slowly. Before you remove any grass or
blockages of any kind, switch off the engine and
disconnect the ignition cable.
• Never remove any safety-related parts.
• Never fill the engine with petrol when it is hot or is
running.
Emptying the catch basket
The catch basket (16) has a level indicator (Fig. 16).
This is opened by the air flow generated by the mow-
er during operation. If the flap (Fig. 16) closes during
mowing, the catch basket (16) is full and should be
emptied. The holes under the flap must always be
clean and passable for the level indicator to function
properly.
As soon as grass residues are left lying behind on
the ground during mowing, the catch basket must be
emptied.
m WARNING
Before removing the catch basket, stop the en-
gine and wait for the cutting tool to come to a
standstill.
To remove the catch basket (16), lift the discharge
flap (15) with one hand and remove the catch basket
(16) by the carrying handle with the other hand (Fig.
16). In accordance with the safety regulations, the
discharge flap (15) closes when the catch basket is
unhooked and closes the rear ejection opening.
If grass cuttings remain in the opening, it is advisable to
pull the lawnmower back about 1m to make it easier to
start the engine. Do not remove cuttings in the mower
housing and on the working tool by hand or with your
feet, but with suitable aids, e.g. brush or hand brush.
To ensure good collection, the catch basket (16) and
in particular the air grille must be cleaned from the
inside after use.
Only hook in the catch basket (16) when the engine is
switched off and the cutting tool is stationary.
Lift the discharge flap (15) with one hand and hold the
catch basket (16) by the handle with the other hand
and hook it in from above. (Fig. 9)
After mowing
• Always allow the motor to cool off before parking
the lawnmower in an enclosed room. Remove
grass, leaves, grease, and oil before storage. Do
not store other objects on the mower.
• Check all screws and nuts before the next use.
Tighten all loose screws.
• Empty the catch basket (16) before the next use.
• Remove the spark plug connector to prevent unau-
thorised use.
• Make sure that the mower is not parked next to a
source of danger. Escaping gas can cause explo-
sions.
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• Only original parts or parts approved by the man-
ufacturer may be used for repairs (see address on
guarantee certificate).
• In case of longer idle periods of the mower, empty
the petrol tank with a petrol extraction pump.
• Oil and maintain the machine
10. Cleaning
The mower should be thoroughly cleaned after each
use. In particular, the underside and the blade retainer.
m Attention!
For safety reasons, disconnect the spark plug cable
before cleaning.
It is best to tilt the mower backwards. The spark plug
should point upwards to prevent engine oil from en-
tering the intake tract or leaking out.
Alternatively, you can tilt the device on its side, but
you must make sure that the air filter is on the upper
side.
Note: Before tilting the lawnmower, empty the fuel
tank fully with a petrol extraction pump.
Do not tilt the lawnmower beyond 90 degrees.
It is easiest to remove the dirt and grass immediately
after mowing.
Grass residues and dirt that have dried on can im-
pair mowing. Check that the grass ejection channel
is clear of grass residues and remove these if nec-
essary.
Never clean the mower with a water jet or high pres-
sure cleaner. The motor should remain dry.
Do not use aggressive cleaning products such as
cold cleaners or white spirit.
Clean the appliance with water as follows (Fig. 24)
• Remove the mulch insert / remove the catcher box.
• Put the hose connector on the water connection (w)
and open the water tap. (Fig. 24)
• Start the mower and switch off after approx. 30 sec.
The rotating blade bar dashes the water against the
underside of the mower and in doing so cleans it.
• Close the water tap and disconnect the hose-con-
nection piece.
• Clean the top side with a cloth (do not use sharp
objects).
11. Transport
Preparing the lawnmower for transport (Fig. 22)
• Empty the fuel tank with a petrol extraction pump.
• Always let the engine run until it has used up the
remainder of petrol in the tank.
• Drain the motor oil of the warm motor.
• Remove the spark plug connector from the spark
plug.
• Clean the cooling fins of the cylinder and the housing.
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