Homelite HL454HP User Manual

Please Read These Instructions

Before Using Your Mower

Operating Instructions

for model

HL454HP & HL454SP Lawnmowers

powered by Mountfield V35 engine

Product Codes:

299164643/BQ
299264643/BQ

These instructions are an addition to and should be read in

conjunction with the Operator Manual enclosed with this mower

Call our Helpline if you have any problems:-

0845 600 2912

Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Saturday

10.00am to 4.00pm on Sunday

Thank you for purchasing a Homelite lawnmower. This machine will give you many years of safe and
reliable service if operated in accordance with these instructions. Please read and understand these

Operating Instructions before using your mower, failure to do so could result in personal injury
or damage to the equipment.

NEVER TIP THE MOWER ON ITS SIDE AS THIS WILL FLOOD THE AIR FILTER WITH OIL.
To access the underside, lift the front wheels by lowering the handle until it rests on the ground.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read these

instructions
before using
your mower.

Keep hands and

feet well away

from the cutter

blade.

Warning!

Remove the

spark plug lead

before working

on the mower.

Beware of

objects that may

be thrown up by

the blade.

Keep children,
bystanders and
pets away from

the work area.

The following safety precautions must be observed at all times. Please read them very carefully.

GENERAL

• Know how to stop your mower quickly in an emergency. Understand all the controls and how they operate.

• Do not allow children or anyone who is unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower. Local regulations

may restrict the age of the operator.

• Keep children, pets and other bystanders well away from the work area.

• Never put your hands, feet or any implement under the cutter deck or inside the rear discharge chute. The cutter

blade will continue to rotate for some time after the engine is switched off.

STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG LEAD

• Before carrying out any adjustments, cleaning, inspection or maintenance.

• If your mower is damaged or vibrates excessively. Ensure the machine is in a safe working condition before it

is restarted.

• Before clearing a blockage or unclogging the discharge chute.
STOP THE ENGINE

• Whenever you leave the mower unattended.

• Before refilling with petrol or oil.

PREPARATION

• Wear sturdy footwear and long trousers when using the mower. Never go barefoot or wear open sandals.
Avoid loose clothing that may snag on moving parts.

• Check the work area and remove any stones or other debris that may be thrown up by, or cause damage to, the
cutter blade.

• Before use ensure that the mower is in a safe working condition. Inspect the cutter blade for damage; check
safety devices and guards; check that all nuts, bolts and screws are secure.

• Never use the machine without a silencer; or with a faulty silencer.

FUEL SAFETY

WARNING! – PETROL IS HIGHL Y FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERT AIN CONDITIONS.

• Store petrol in a cool place and only in containers specifically designed for the purpose.

• Refuel outdoors only , with the engine stopped. DO NOT SMOKE while refuelling.

• After refuelling, replace the fuel tank cap and the petrol container cap securely.

• Never remove the fuel tank cap, or add petrol, when the engine is hot or when it is still running.

• If any petrol is spilt do not attempt to start the engine. Move the mower away from the area, clean up the

spillage and allow the fumes to dissipate before starting the engine.

OPERA TION

• Do not operate the engine in a confined space. Exhaust fumes contain CARBON MONOXIDE, an odourless and
POISONOUS gas.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Check the oil and fuel levels before starting the engine.

• Disengage the engine brake and drive clutch before starting the engine.

• Start the engine in accordance with the instructions and with feet well away from the cutter blade.

• Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine.

• Do not change the engine settings. If adjustments are necessary, contact your dealer.

• The safety deflector flap must be in the down position if the mower is used without the grass collection bag in

place.

• Operate the machine at a comfortable walking pace, never run behind the mower.

• Avoid operating the machine on wet grass whenever possible.

• Take care when working on slopes. Mow across the slope, never up and down, and exercise caution when

changing direction. Do not use the mower on slopes of more than 20 degrees.

• Exercise extreme caution when reversing or pulling the mower towards you.

• Stop the cutter blade when emptying the grass collector, when crossing surfaces other than grass and when

transporting the mower to and from the work area.

• Never pick up or carry the mower when the engine is running.
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE

• To reduce the risk of fire, keep the mower and petrol storage areas free of grass, leaves and grease.

• Check the mower and grass collector regularly to ensure the machine is in a safe working condition. Replace any

worn or defective parts. Only use genuine replacement parts.

• Store the mower in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children and well away from any fire hazard.

• Allow the engine to cool before storage. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.

KNOW YOUR MOWER

Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick

(located at rear of engine)

Pull Cord Guide

Fuel Filler Cap

Clutch Lever

Operator Presence

Control (OPC) Lever

Throttle Control

Handle Securing Knob

Grass Collector

Deflector Flap

Spark Plug

Height Adjuster

Engine

Cutter Deck