McCulloch M48A User Manual

USER MANUAL Rotary Lawn Mower

SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Model No. M48A

LAWN MOWER WARRANTY

The benets 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 warranted by Husqvarna Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 45 115 475 619) (the “Company”) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of original purchase. The Company during the period of the warranty, will at its option, and subject to the conditions stated herein, repair or replace without charge this product or any component part, which upon examination by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company is found to be defective.

Warranty conditions: This warranty will not apply: (i) where this product has been subjected to misuse, abuse, accident or want of care; (ii) where this product has been used for a purpose for which it was not designed or is not suited; (iii) where the service of this product has been undertaken by a person not authorised by the Company to carry out such work or where parts that have not been approved by the Company have been used; (iv) where this product has been used for industrial purposes.

Should service become necessary during the warranty period, the purchaser should contact an Authorised Service Agent or the Company. In order to obtain warranty service, the purchaser must present the store receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase together with a completed Warranty Card. The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase, notwithstanding any subsequent repair or parts replacement. No additional warranty or guarantee other than set out in this document, whether written or verbal, is authorised to be made on the Company’s behalf. The purchaser shall be responsible for delivery or causing the product to be delivered to the Company or the Authorised Service Agent and the purchaser shall be responsible for all charges in connection with re-delivery of the product and/or the delivery of parts. Damage in transit is not covered by this warranty and purchasers should remove from the product any liquids (if applicable) before sending and pack the product securely to prevent damage.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

Normal wear parts or components are subject to seperate terms as follows: Normal wear parts, components or service required when performing normal and regular maintenance of this product are not covered by warranty unless it is found to be defective by an Authorised Service Agent or by the Company. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to:

Worn Blades. Lubricants.

Spark Plugs Engine Tune-ups.

Carburetor Tune-ups. Filters.

Returns based on the above listed normal wear parts will not be accepted under this warranty as they are considered consumable items and are at the expense of the purchaser.

WARNING

Discharge openings must be guarded at all times. Do not hold the safety ap while moving.

1 Inspect the area where the equipment is to be

used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones and other foreign, hard objects before mowing; they could be thrown by the blade.

2 Never mow while barefoot or wearing open toe

sandals or thongs. Wear long trousers and heavyduty shoes. It is advisable to wear suitable eye and hearing protection.

3 Read the Owner’s Manual carefully and know the

controls. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency.

4 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead

before attempting to clear blockages, checking or working on the mower.

5 Never attempt to adjust cutting height with the

engine running.

6 Never operate the equipment in wet grass, always

be sure of your footings, keep a rm grip on

the handles and walk, never run and never walk backwards while cutting grass.

7 Check all nuts, bolts and screws before starting.

Always be sure your mower is in a safe operating condition. Use only replacement parts made or guaranteed by Husqvarna.

8 Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke while

refueling engine. Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove fuel cap with engine running or add petrol while the engine is running. If petrol is spilt, do not attempt to start the engine. Clean all spilt fuel and move the mower away from the spilled area. Avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have dissipated.

9 Replace worn or damaged blades, as worn blades

and worn bolts are major hazards.

10 Mow only in good daylight.

11 Do not operate the engine in a conned space

where exhaust fumes can collect, as they can be lethal.

12 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Always keep clear of the blades and discharge opening.

13 Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower

even for a moment, before cleaning and when making any adjustments or inspections.

14 Mow across the face of slope, never up and

down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

15 Stop the engine when crossing gravel driveways,

walks or roads.

16 Start the engine carefully with feet well away

from the blades.

17 Store fuel in a cool place in an approved

container specically designed for the purpose. In

general, plastic containers are unsuitable.

18 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. 19 Check the catcher for wear and tear, and replace

any worn or broken parts.

20 To reduce re hazard, keep engine free of grass,

leaves and any spilt fuel. 21 Shut the engine off and wait until the blades

come to a complete stop before removing the

catcher or un-clogging the chute. 22 Never pick up or carry a mower when it is

operating.

23 Replace worn or faulty mufer.

24 Before using, always visually inspect to see that

blades, blade bolts and cutter assemblies are not

worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged

blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance. 25 Do not mow whilst people, especially children, or

pets are in the mowing area. 26 Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the mower. 27 Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away

from naked ames such as may be found in hot

water heaters. 28 Do not over-speed the engine or alter governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens mower life. 29 Turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing and

reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out. 30 Never cut grass while walking backwards. 31 Walk, never run. 32 Never use the mower unless the grass catcher,

or guards provided, are in position.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

■ General safety Rules ........................................................................... 1

■ Introduction ................................................................................... 2

■ Specications .................................................................................. 2

■ Description .................................................................................... 3

■ Assembly Instructions .......................................................................... 4

■ Preparing the Engine ......................................................................... 5-6

■ Running the Engine .......................................................................... 6-7

■ Starting the Engine ........................................................................... 7-8

■ Cutting Height Control ........................................................................ 8

■ Blade Maintenance ............................................................................ 10

■ Maintenance ............................................................................... 11-13

■ Mowing tips .................................................................................. 14

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them, require your careful attention and understanding. The safety warning by themselves do not eliminate any danger. The instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Indicates caution or warning. May be used in conjuction with other symbols or pictures.

Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the

safety precautions to reduce the risk of re, electric

shock and personal injury.

Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and completely understood the

safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to

comply can result in accidents involving re, electric

shock or serious personal injury. Save this User Manual and review it frequently for continual safe operation and for instructing others who may use this tool.

The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.

Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eye glasses or standard safety glasses with side shields.

Bearing Type ..........................................................Dual Metal Ball Bearing

INTRODUCTION

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 for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service

Keep this manual safe for future reference.

Important: Servicing of a tool with double Insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only

by a qualied service technician. For service

we suggest you return the tool to your nearest McCulloch Authorised Service Centre for repair. When servicing, use only identical McCulloch’s replacement parts.

WARNING

Carefully read through this entire owner’manual. Pay close attention to the general safety rules and rules for safe operation,

before using your new unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NO .........................................................................M48A

Engine Speed ..................................................................... 3000 r.p.m

Fuel Tank Capacity .................................................................... 900ml

Oil Tank Capacity ..................................................................... 500ml

Air Cleaner Element ......................................................... Paper Cartridge

Air Cleaner Location ............................................................. Handle Bar

Cutting Width................................................................... 480cm (19”)

Blades ......................................................................... 4 Swing Back

Height Adjustment ................................................... 12 Position Single Lever

Cutting Heights ............................................................. 15mm to 55mm

Wheel Size (F/Rmm) ............................................................. 200/200mm

Tread ............................................................................... Rubber

Grass Catcher ................................................................... Solid Plastic

Under Deck Wash Port .................................................................. Yes

Weight (Incl. Catcher) ................................................................ 45.7kg

DESCRIPTION

1. Dash Panel for Key Start and Engine Control Lever

2. High Intake Air Cleaner

3. Air Tube

4. Locking Knob

5. Starter Handle

6. Fuel Filler Cap

7. Oil Filler Cap

8. Mufer Housing

9. Under Deck Wash Connector

10. Spark Plug

11. Cast Aluminium Ball Bearing Wheels

12. Above Deck Oil change Tap

13. Fuel Tap

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