Pope 101PM2375, 101SPM45, 101PM45, 101PM450, 101PM35 Operator's Manual

Lawn Mower

Model Numbers:
101PM2375 Serial No. 8400001 and up
101PM45 Serial No. 54500001 and up
101SPM45 Serial No. 55500001 and up
101PM450 Serial No. 94500001 and up

Operator’s Manual

Model 101PM2375
illustrated

Table of Contents

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

Safety.......................................................................................................................................................... 3

Product Overview ........................................................................................................................................ 4

Walk Behind Mowers .............................................................................................................................. 4

Self Propelled Mowers ........................................................................................................................... 4

Safety Instructions

...................................................................................................................................... 5

Slope Operation

....................................................................................................................................... 5

Children...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Safety Decals ................................................................................................................................................ 6

Assembly

....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Operating Tips

.............................................................................................................................................. 8

Folding the Handle .................................................................................................................................. 8

Adjusting Cutting Height ........................................................................................................................ 8

Before Operating ......................................................................................................................................... 9

Filling the Engine with Oil ....................................................................................................................... 9

Filling the Fuel Tank................................................................................................................................. 9

Operation..................................................................................................................................................... 10

Starting the Engine ............................................................................................................................... 10

Stopping the Engine ............................................................................................................................. 10

Using the Auto-Drive System

............................................................................................................. 11

Mowing

.................................................................................................................................................... 11

Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 12

Preparing for Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 12

Replacing the Blade ............................................................................................................................. 12

Checking the Engine Oil Level ........................................................................................................... 12

Air Cleaner

............................................................................................................................................... 13

Changing the Blade

.............................................................................................................................. 13

Cleaning the Mower

.............................................................................................................................. 13

Storage

.................................................................................................................................................... 13

Preparing the Mower for Storage

...................................................................................................... 13

Removing the Mower from Storage

................................................................................................. 13

Spare Parts

................................................................................................................................................. 14

The Pope Guarantee

................................................................................................................................ 15

Authorised Pope Service Dealers

......................................................................................................... 16

3

Introduction

Introduction

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and
product damage. You are responsible for operating the
product properly and safely.

You may contact Pope directly on 1300 134 880 for
product and accessory information or help finding a
dealer. A list of our dealers is located in the back of
this manual.

Whenever you need service, genuine parts, or
additional information, contact the authorised service
dealer or customer service and have the model and
serial number of your product ready.

This manual applies to Pope Mowers with the following
Model numbers:
101PM35
101PM2375
101PM45
101SPM45
101PM450

This manual uses illustrations of the mower, with model
number 101PM2375.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety
messages identified by the following words:

• Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause

serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.

• Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious

injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions

• Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or

moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.

This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important: calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasises general
information worthy of special attention.

Safety

Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this

symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Improperly using or maintaining this mower could
result in injury or death.

Warning

4

Product Overview

Walk Behind Mowers

(Models 101PM35, 101PM2375, 101PM45 and
101PM450)

1. Cutting height lever

2. Oil fill/Dipstick

3. Recoil start handle

4. Safety stop lever

5. Fuel tank cap

6. Air filter

7. Primer

8. Spark plug

Note: The handle assembly as shown above is for
the mowers 101PM35, 101PM2375, 101PM45 and
101PM450.
It does not represent the handle for the Auto Drive
Mower (101SPM45).

Self Propelled Mower

(Model 101SPM45)

The Pope Auto Drive Lawn Mower (Model 101SPM45)
has the same features as the walk behind mowers,
with the exception of the handle. This model
(101SPM45) features an Auto Drive handle as
shown below. It also has a gear drive mechanism,
housed under the mower deck.

The unique Auto Drive feature allows you to walk with
the mower at your own pace, rather than push

the
mower. The Auto Drive mechanism allows infinite
speed control and can keep pace with you –
up to 8 km/hr.

Note: This mower does not have a throttle control.

Model no.
Serial no.

1.

5

.

7

.

3

.

4.

2

.

8.

6.

Write the Model and serial number in the space
provided below. This will be useful when ordering
spare parts for your Pope mower.

Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,
d

eadly poison that can kill you. Do not run the

engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manual. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the mower
before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar

with the instructions, to operate the mower.

• Do not allow children or infirm persons to operate

the mower.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,

bones, sticks etc, which could be picked up and
thrown by the blade.

• Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never

deliberately mow over any object.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before

mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.

•

Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

• Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely

necessary. Look down and behind before and while
moving backwards.

• Do not operate the mower without proper guards,

plates, grass catcher or other safety protective
devices in place.

• Stop the engine when crossing gravel drives,

walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine whenever you leave the

equipment, before cleaning the mower or
unclogging the chute.

• Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes

to complete stop before removing grass catcher.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the mower while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before

starting the engine.

• Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure

of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and
walk; never run.

• If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate,

immediately stop the engine, disconnect the
wire from the spark plug, and examine the mower
for damage.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with

side shields when operating mower.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the plug to prevent someone
from accidentally starting the engine.

• Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in
good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their

proper operation regularly.

• Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower
to cool before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an

object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments

while the engine is running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear,

damage, and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
genuine Pope parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the

blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor setting or over

speed the engine.

Slope Operation

• Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall

accidents which can result in severe injury. All
slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on
a slope, do not mow it.

• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and

down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The operator could lose footing or
balance.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the mower and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you last
saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under

the watchful care of a responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn mower off if children enter

the area.

• Before and while moving backwards, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never allow children to operate the mower.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure vision.

5

Safety Instructions

Warning