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Page 2 - AU; LAWN MOWER WARRANTY; where this product has been used for industrial purposes.; WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS; Spark Plugs

AU LAWN MOWER WARRANTY The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all other conditions and warranties in respect of this product which the consumer may have taken under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 or by any legislation of a State or Territory of Australia. This product is w...

Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

AU 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY RULES ■ General safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 ■ Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; Keep this manual safe for future reference.

AU 2 INTRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS 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 ...

Page 6 - DESCRIPTION; Engine Control Lever

AU 3 7 13 12 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 DESCRIPTION 1. Dash Panel for Key Start and Engine Control Lever 2. High Intake Air Cleaner3. Air Tube4. Locking Knob5. Starter Handle 6. Fuel Filler Cap7. Oil Filler Cap8. Muffler Housing9. Under Deck Wash Connector10. Spark Plug11. Cast Aluminium Ball Bearing Whe...

Page 7 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS; ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

AU 4 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 &a...

Page 8 - CAUTION; CAUTION; NOTE; CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL

AU 5 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. AU 8 PREPARING THE ENGINE Please read an...

Page 9 - WARNING

AU 6 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 ...

Page 10 - • DO NOT pull the starter rope with a jerk or

AU 7 RUNNING THE ENGINE STARTING 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. Ensure that the engine has been prepared correc...

Page 11 - STARTING THE ENGINE; CUTTING HEIGHT CONTROL LEVER; HARD START CHECKLIST

AU 8 STARTING THE ENGINE CUTTING HEIGHT CONTROL LEVER 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. • St...

Page 12 - FITTING THE MULCHING PLUG TO THE MOWER (OPTIONAL)

AU 9 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 secti...

Page 13 - BLADES; access to the blades.; BLADE CHANGE; MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

AU 10 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...

Page 14 - Wipe deck with a damp cloth.

AU 11 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. MAINTENANCE ENGINE LUBRICATIO...

Page 15 - Note To ensure full drainage of oil sump it may

AU 12 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 11B3. Ensure oil is drained into a suitable container for proper disposal. Note To ensure full drainage of oil sump it may be...

Page 16 - Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter element.; ENGINE AIR CLEANER; MAINTENANCE

AU 13 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 PAPER AIR FILTER1. To access filter element push down air snorkel release clip pull ai...

Page 17 - MOWING TIPS

AU 14 MOWING TIPS • The best time to mow your lawn is the late 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 dest...