Florabest FBM 550 A1 User Manual

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FBM 550 A1

Petrol Lawnmower

Translation of original operation manual

Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.

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Content

Symbols and icons................................	6
Symbols on the device........................	6
Symbols in the manual........................	7
Safety Instructions................................	7
Intended Use..........................................	9
General Description ............................	10
Summary...........................................	10
Functional Description ......................	10
Safety Equipment..............................	10
Delivery Contents..............................	11
Initial Operation...................................	11
Installing the Handle Bar...................	11
Installing the Starter Cord .................	11
Installing the Grass Collection Box ...	12
Installing the Mulch Kit......................	12
Filling with Engine Oil and Checking
the Oil Level......................................	12
Filling with Petrol...............................	13
Operation..............................................	13
Starting and Stopping the Engine .....	13
Mowing..............................................	14
Working Instructions...........................	14
General Working Instructions............	14
Setting the Cutting Height.................	14
Emptying the Grass Collection Box...	14
Mowing with the Mulch Kit ................	15

Cleaning and Maintenance.................	15
Cleaning and General Maintenance
Work..................................................	15
Cleaning / Replacing the Air Filter.....	16
Maintaining the Spark Plug...............	16
Changing the Engine Oil...................	16
Adjusting the Bowden Cable.............	17
Maintenance Intervals.......................	17
Checking/Sharpening/Replacing the
Blade.................................................	18
Adjusting the Carburettor..................	18
Storage.................................................	18
General Storage Instructions ............	18
Storage During Longer Breaks from
Operation ..........................................	18
Technical Specifications.....................	19
Disposal / Environmental Protection..	19
Replacement parts ..............................	20
Guarantee.............................................	20
Troubleshooting ..................................	21
Translation of the original
EC declaration of conformity .............	22
Exploded Drawings ............................	23
Grizzly Service-Center ........................	25

Before initial use, please read these operating instructions and the Briggs & Stratton instruction manual carefully in order to avoid incorrect handling. Keep the instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any subsequent user, so the information is available at all times.

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Symbols and icons

Symbols on the device

Attention!

Read the instruction manual.

Risk of injury from parts being flung out.

Keep bystanders away from the equipment.

Risk of injury from sharp blades.

Keep feet and hands away.

Caution – toxic fumes!

Do not operate the equipment in enclosed areas.

Caution – petrol is flammable! Do not smoke and keep away from heat sources.

Caution – risk of injury! Before maintenance work, switch off the engine and take out the spark plug connector.

Caution – hot surfaces!

Risk of burning.

Caution – risk of injury!

Wear eye and ear protection.

Danger!

Keep hands and feet away.

LWA Information of the acoustic power dB level Lwa in dB.

Symbols on the handle bar:

Stop the equipment:	Wheel drive on:
Release the safety	Pull up the drive
catch	catch

Symbols on the filler cap:

Note on the petrol filler

Caution! Before starting, check the oil level.

Symbols on the oil filler cap:

Note on the oil filler

Symbols on the Tank:

Attention!

Read the instruction manual.

Caution – petrol is flammable! Allow the engine to cool for at least 2 min. before refuelling.

Caution – toxic CO fumes! Do not operate the equipment in enclosed

areas.

Pictorial Symbols on the Petrol Pump:

Press the petrol pump (primer) 3x before starting.

Fill Level Indicator on the Grass Collection Box:

Fill level indicator open:

Grass collection box empty

Fill level indicator closed:

Grass collection box full

Symbols in the manual

Warning symbols with information on damage and injury prevention.

Instruction symbols (the instruction is explained at the place of the exclamation mark) with information on preventing damage.

Help symbols with information on

improving tool handling.

Safety Instructions

This section deals with the basic safety procedures when working with the equipment.

WARNING! Read all of the safety instructions and directions. Failure to observe the safety instructions and directions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Instructions:

•This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

•Read the operating instructions carefully. Familiarise yourself with the controls and with the correct use of the equipment.

•Do not allow children or other people

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who are unfamiliar with the operating instructions to use the equipment. Local regulations may set a minimum age for the user.

•Do not mow whilst people – especially children – or animals are nearby. If distracted, you may lose control of the equipment.

•The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other persons or their property.

•Observe noise control and local regulations.

Preparatory Measures:

•When mowing, always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers. Do not mow barefoot or in light sandals. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can become caught in moving parts. Wearing suitable clothing reduces the risk of injury.

•Check the area on which the equipment is to be used and remove all objects (stones, sticks, wires) that could be caught and flung out.

•Warning: Petrol is highly flammable. Fire or explosions can result in serious burns:

-Keep petrol only in containers intended for this purpose;

-Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke whilst refuelling;

-Fill with petrol before starting the engine. Do not open the filler cap or refill with petrol whilst the engine is running or the equipment is hot:

-If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Instead, remove the equipment from the surface on which the petrol has been spilled. Avoid any ignition attempt until the petrol fumes have evaporated;

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-	For reasons of safety, replace petrol	you.
	and other filler caps in the event of	• Stop the cutting tool if the equipment
	damage.	has to be tipped up for transportation
• Replace defective silencers.		over a surface other than grass and
• Before use, always carry out a visual		when moving the equipment from and
inspection to check whether the cutting		to the surface to be mown.
tools, mounting bolts and entire cutting		• Do not use the equipment with dam-
unit are worn or damaged. To avoid		aged safety equipment or guards or
imbalance, only replace worn or dam-		with no safety equipment attached, e.g.
aged tools and bolts in sets.		impact protection and/or grass catch-
• Take care with equipment that has		ers. This ensures that the equipment
several cutting tools, as the movement		remains safe.
of one blade may result in rotation of		• Do not change the engine regulator
other blades.		setting and do not over-rev it. This may
• Use only replacement parts and ac-		damage the equipment.
cessories supplied and recommended		• Before starting, the engine, disengage
by the manufacturer. The use of parts		all cutting tools and drives.
from other manufacturers may result		• Start or operate the start switch with
in injuries and will result in immediate		care and in accordance with the manu-
invalidation of the guarantee.		facturer’s instructions. Ensure sufficient
Handling:		space between feet and the cutting
		tool. Risk of injury.
• Do not run the combustion engine in		• When starting or activating the engine,
enclosed spaces, in which dangerous		do not tip the equipment unless the
carbon monoxide can collect.		equipment has to be lifted for this pro-
• Mow only in daylight or with good arti-		cedure. In this case, tip the equipment
ficial lighting. An unlit working area can		only as far as is absolutely necessary
result in accidents.		and lift only the side that is away from
• If possible, avoid using the equipment		the user.
on wet grass.		• Do not start the engine when standing
• Always ensure a safe stance, particu-		in front of the ejection channel.
larly on slopes. This will give you better		• Switch on the engine in accordance
control of the equipment in unexpected		with the instructions and only if your
situations.		feet are a safe distance away from the
-	Always work across the slope, never	cutting tools.
	upwards or downwards.	• Do not place hands or feet under rotat-
-	Take particular care when changing	ing parts. Always keep away from the
	the direction of travel on the slope.	ejection opening. A moment of care-
-	Do not mow on excessively steep	lessness when using the equipment
	slopes.	may result in serious injury.
• Run the equipment only at walking		• Do not leave or carry the equipment
speed.		when the engine is running.
• Take particular care when turning the		• Switch off the engine, take out the
equipment around or pulling it towards		spark plug connector and ensure that

all moving parts are still:

-Before releasing blockages or removing obstructions in the ejection channel;

-Before checking, cleaning or working on the equipment;

-If a foreign body is struck. Look for damage to the equipment and carry out the necessary repairs before restarting and working with the equipment;

-If the equipment starts to vibrate unusually strongly, an immediate check is required.

•Switch off the engine

-When leaving the equipment;

-Before refuelling;

•Close the throttle valve when stopping the engine.

•Do not leave the equipment unattended in the workplace.

•Do not work with equipment that is damaged or incomplete or has been converted without the approval of the manufacturer.

Using machines for applications other than those intended may result in dangerous situations.

Maintenance and Storage:

•Ensure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened firmly and the equipment is in safe working condition. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained equipment.

•Do not keep the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building in which petrol fumes could potentially come into contact with open fire or sparks.

•Allow the engine to cool before placing the equipment in enclosed spaces. Risk of fire.

•To avoid the risk of fire, keep the engine, exhaust and area around the fuel

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tank free of grass, leaves or leaking grease (oil).

•Check the grass catcher regularly for wear or loss of function.

•For reasons of safety, replace worn or damaged parts. Replace defective silencers.

•If the fuel tank is to be drained, do this outdoors.

•Handle your equipment with care. Keep the tools sharp and clean to enable you to work better and more safely. Follow the maintenance directions.

•Do not attempt to repair the equipment yourself unless you are trained to do so. Any work not specified in these instructions is to be carried out only by customer service centres authorised by us.

•Keep the equipment in a dry place and out of reach of children. Machines are dangerous if used by inexperienced people.

Intended Use

The equipment is intended only for mowing lawns and grass areas up to 1200 m2 in domestic use.

This equipment is not suitable for commercial use. Commercial use will invalidate the guarantee.

Any use other than specifically permitted in these instructions may result in damage to the equipment and represent a serious risk to the user.

The equipment is intended for use by adults. Children or other people who are unfamiliar with the operating instructions must not use the equipment.

The operator or user is responsible for accidents or damage to other persons or their property.

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