McCulloch M48 - Manual

AU 4 GENERAL IDENTIFICATION MODEL NO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M48Engine: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

AU 6 • Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before inspecting the mower if: (a) the mower begins to vibrate abnormally, or (b) after striking a foreign object. • Check the catcher for wear and tear, and replace any worn or broken parts.• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of g...

AU 7 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). Align the locating lugs marked 1 & 2 at the front of the catcher. With the catcher base on the ground, push the...

AU 8 CAUTION DO NOT START your four-stroke engine before making sure that it has been filled with the right amount of the correct grade of oil. PREPARING THE ENGINE Please read and understand the engine instructions prior to operating the lawnmower. OIL – SAE30 Four stroke (cycle) engines are shippe...

AU 9 WARNING Petrol vapour is highly flammable and explosive. Handle with extreme care. Store in an approved container. Do not fill tank when engine is running or is still hot. Do not allow open flame, matches or smoking nearby. Fill tank outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Wipe away any spills and ...

AU 10 RUNNING THE ENGINE ENGINE CONTROLThis is mounted at the top left side of the handle (most models). It operates the choke, for starting, and allows you to set the governed speed of the engine while cutting or to stop the engine. You will not need to change the control setting constantly while m...

AU 11 STARTING THE ENGINE Ensure that the engine has been prepared correctly and that the fuel tap is turned ON. Werecommend that you check the oil level before every mowing session. WARNING Never run the engine indoors or in poorly ventilated areas. engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odour...

AU 13 CUTTING HEIGHT CONTROL LEVER Turn mower off before adjusting cutting height. The single point cut height control adjusts all four wheels simultaneously. To operate, steady the mower by grasping the handle with one hand, pull the lever out-wards from the mower with the other hand, and move it t...

AU 14 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 sect...

AU 15 BLADES Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Check the blade condition frequently, particularly if the mower has hit a foreign object or is vibrating. Sub-standard cutting and catching will result from a neglected blade. Your Authorised Dealer can replace b...

AU 17 CAUTION Do not over-tighten the spark plug as engine damage may occur. CAUTION Do not hose engine. Water can damage engine or contaminate the fuel system. DECK CLEANING Wipe deck with a damp cloth. UNDER DECK CLEANING 1. Hose under deck by tilting the mower backwards so that the spark plug is ...

AU 18 CAUTION Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter element. ENGINE AIR CLEANER ENGINE AIR CLEANER The engine air cleaner element must be serviced (cleaned) after 25 hours normal mowing. TO REPLACE HIGH INTAKE PAPER AIR FILTER 1. To access filter element push down air snorkel release clip...

AU 19 MOWING TIPS • The best time to mow your lawn is the early 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 des...