Lawn-King LK 41 R, LK 46 R SP, LK 51 SP HW SM, LK 41R RED, LK 46R SP RED Original Instruction Manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PETROL LAWNMOWERS

LK 41 R
LK 41 R SP
LK 46 R SP
LK 51 SP HW SM
LK 41R RED
LK 46R SP RED
(mod. : JL43 T1 - JL43Z1

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JL46Z D1 – JL50Z-BSA – JL43T

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JL46Z-D)

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE

KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USES

WARNING THIS SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES

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CONTENT

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Safety instructions .............................................................................................................................................................. 4

Training
Preparation
Operation
Maintenance and storage

Product specifications ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Definition of symbols ......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Nomenclature ....................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Unpacking and set up instructions ............................................................................................................................ 10

Removal from the carton
Disconnect the spark plug
Items required for assembly
Assembly of the handle
Cutting height adjustment

Operating ............................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Grass box assembly
Grass box removal
How to fix the mulching plug ?
Operating without a grass collecting box
Side discharge

Starting and stopping ................................................................................................................................................... 14

Starting a cold engine
Starting a warmed up engine
Stop engine and blade
Self propelled mower

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Oil service
Spark plug Air
cleaner Engine
cleaning
Deck housing
Off season storage

Conditions of warranty .................................................................................................................................................. 17

EC declaration of conformity ....................................................................................................................................... 18

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing our petrol lawnmower .
This manual explains how to use the machine correctly.
Before using it, please read this operator’s manual carefully, to ensure correct and safe operation.
Due to ongoing changes of specification, all the details of your machine may not agree with this manual.

Your lawnmower is designed solely for grass cutting and collecting It should not be used for any other
purpose and extreme caution should be exercised at all times.

A lawnmower motor is a machine designed to cut and collect (depending on equipment) grass from private
ornamental garden

Any other use not expressly permitted in these instructions may result in damage and may pose a serious hazard
to the user and is not permitted.

This machine must NEVER be used :

- Intensively

- For professional use (including rental) or agriculture

- For public parks or forest maintenance

- On a rainy day or in a humid environment

- By children under 16 years and unaccompanied minors

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE

OPERATING THE MACHINE

KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USES

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TRAINING

 Read the instructions carefully in its entirety before assembling this machine. Read, understand and

follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before the first operation. Be completely
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

 Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
 Never allow children under 14 years old or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawn

mower. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
Children 14 years old and over should only operate a petrol mower under parental supervision; ensuring
only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use
your mower.

 Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;
 If a situation occurs that is not covered in this user manual, use care and common sense and contact

your dealer for assistance.

PREPARATION

 Keep the work area clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Stop engine when they are

in the vicinity of your lawnmower to help prevent any blade contact or any injuries from thrown
objects. Although the work area should be completely cleared of foreign objects, an object may have
been overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the lawnmower in any direction and cause
serious personal injury to the operator or any others in the vicinity.

 Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawnmower is to be used and ensure removal of all stones,

sticks,wire, bones, toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up by the lawnmower and
thrown in any direction and cause a serious injury to the operator or others in the vicinity.

 The use of safety goggles or glasses is imperative during operation or while performing an adjustment or

repair to the machine to protect eyes from foreign objects that could be thrown from the machine in any
direction

 Also, wear steel‐toe capped safety shoes, long trousers and long sleeved shirts when operating the

machine. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewellery as these can be caught in mowing parts.
Never operator a lawnmower in bare feet, open sandals, slippery or light weight (canvas) shoes.

 Do not put hands or feet near or underneath rotating parts on the lawnmower and keep well clear of

the discharge opening at the rear of the machine at all times as the rotating blade can cause serious
injury

 Ensure you have a steady stance when holding the machine as many injuries occur as a result of the

lawnmower being pulled over a foot during a fall. If you feel unsteady at all, release the handle of the
mower immediately. This will ensure stopping of the engine before any injuries can occur.

 Never pull the mower towards you while you are walking. If you must back the lawnmower away from

an obstruction follow these step :

o Look down and behind where you are standing
o Step back from the lawnmower and extend your arms
o Ensure you are balanced with solid footings
o Pull the lawnmower back slowly, no more than half way around towards you
o Repeat these steps when necessary

 Plan your cutting pattern to avoid discharge of foreign objects towards roads, footpaths or bystanders.

To help avoid injuries from thrown foreign objects, keep children, bystanders and aids at least 50 metres
away from the lawnmower while it is in operation and keep in mind that the user is responsible for
hazards and accidents occurring to others and their property

 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment

when barefoot or wearing open sandals;

 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove

all objects which can be thrown by the machine;

WARNING ! DANGER !

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Petrol is highly flammable !!

 Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose ;
 Refuel outdoors only with the engine stopped and do not smoke while refueling ;
 Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is

running or when the engine is hot ; allow the engine at least 2 minutes to cool before refuelling.

 If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of

spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated. Clean up before
starting the engine. Do not overfill !

 Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely before staring the engine ;
 Replace faulty silencers;
 Before each use, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not

worn or damaged., but secure and that the machine is in a safe working condition. Replace worn or
damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance;

 Before each use inspect the cutting blade for any bends, cracks or worn and replace when required

with a replacement blade that needs the original specification as listed in this manual

 Grass collector parts are subject to wear, damage or deterioration this could expose moving parts and

allow foreign objects to be thrown from the machine. For safety, check all components frequently and
replace worn or damaged parts where necessary

 USE ORIGINAL SPARE PART. Parts not produced by manufacturer may cause poor fit and possible injury
 Do not change the engine governor setting or the speed of the engine, as excessive engine speeds are

dangerous.Do not adjust the throttle while the engine is running.

 Do not smoke near the machine. All cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition must be

removed from the area ;

OPERATION

WARNING ! DANGER !

Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide

fumes can collect.

 Do not operate the lawnmower whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol
 Do not hold self drive in position while starting the engine. This must not be completed until the

engine is running

 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light ;
 Always be sure of your footing on slopes as a slip and fall can cause serious personal injury ;
 If you feel you are losing your footing always release the OPC/Operators Presence Control handle

immediately and the blade with stop rotating within a few seconds ;

 The Operators Presence Control (OPC) handle is a safety device. NEVER attempt to bypassy its operation

asthis makes the safety device inoperative and can result in injuries through contact with the cutting
blade. The OPC handle must operate freely in both directions and release automatically to the disengaged
position when let go.

 Walk, never run. Hold the handles firmly
 Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible
 Do not operate the lawnmower whilst under the influence of Drugs or alcohol
 Do not hold self drive in position while starting the engine. This must not be completed until the

engine is running

 When using wheeled or rotary machines, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. A slope

gauge must be used and if the slope is greater than 20 degrees you must not operate the lawnmower on
the area or it may result in serious injury

 Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;
 Do not mow excessively steep slopes;
 Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawn mower towards you;
 Stop the blade(s) if the lawn mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than

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grass, and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed;

 Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example

deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place;

 Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine;
 Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s);
 Do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine;
 Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge chute;
 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Do not touch rotating blade.
 Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times;
 Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running;
 If the the machine should start vibrating abnormally, stop the engine and visually inspect the cutting

mechanism to ensure it is in good condition. Vibration is usually a warning sign for trouble. A damaged
cutting blade must be replaced immediately with a new replacement blade

 The engine and exhaust of the lawnmower become hot while running and can cause a burn. Ensure

these are not touched.

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:

- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;

- Before checking, cleaning or working on the lawn mower;

- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the lawn mower;

- If lawn mower starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately);

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remove the key:

- Whenever you leave the lawn mower;

- Before refueling;

 Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-off valve,

turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing ;

 Go slow when using a trailing seat ;

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

 Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition;
 Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open

flame or spark;

 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure;
 To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, exhaust, battery compartment and petrol storage

area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease;

 Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration;
 Replace worn or damaged parts for safety; Only use original spare parts
 Blade sharpening and balancing including relative dismantling and re-assembly are complicated

operations which involves specific competence as well as special equipment. For safety reasons, these
operations must be carried out by a specialized technical assistance centre. The same procedure applies
for blade replacement.

 The cutting edges of the mower balde are sharp and can lacerate (cut) skin tissue. Care should be taken

when doing any repair work on or around the mower blade.

 If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.

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