Rover Domestic Rotary Mower User Manual
Owners Manual
TM
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• A mower user must be in good physical condition and mental health
and not under the influence of any drug or alcohol which might
impair vision, co-ordination or judgement.
• When starting, do not wrap the starter rope around your hand. Do
not allow the starter cord to snap back. Return the starter grip slowly
to allow the cord to rewind properly.
• Do not use a mower when tired or fatigued. Lack of alertness may
cause serious injury.
• Know your controls.
Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before operating mower.
Learn how to stop the mower in an emergency. Refer Operator’s
Instructions.
• Do not lend or sell the mower without the Owner’s Manual.
• Be sure that anyone using the mower reads and fully understands
the information contained in this Manual and knows how to safely
operate the mower.
• Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to
use the mower.
• Never mow whilst bystanders or pets are present in the mowing
area.
• Never mow while barefoot or wearing open sandals or thongs. Wear
long trousers and heavy non-slip shoes.
• It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when operating a
mower.
• Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade
bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn
or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
• Damaged blades and worn bolts are major hazards.
• Strictly follow the Operating Instructions before attempting to start
the engine.
• Never leave winding-up starters in a wound position.
• Never mow where machine could tip or slip.
• On slopes or wet grass be extra careful of your footing.
• Never cut grass by pulling mower towards you.
• Be extremely careful when using a mower on slopes. Stay alert for
holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
• Stop the engine before pushing the mower across gravel drives,
walks or roads.
• Never use the mower unless all guards or grassbox provided by
manufacturer are in position.
• Never over-speed the engine or alter the governor settings.
Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens mower life.
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower, even for a moment.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead and inspect
mower if:(a) the mower begins to vibrate abnormally; or
(b) after striking a foreign object.
• Repair any damage before continuing further operation of the
mower.
• Replace worn or faulty silencers.
• Make sure the area to be mowed is cleared of sticks, stones, bones,
wire and debris. They could be thrown by the blades.
• Store fuel in a cool place in a container specifically designed for that
purpose. In general, plastic containers are unsuitable. Handle Fuel
carefully. It is highly flammable.
• Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke when refuelling engine. Add
fuel before starting engine. Never remove the cap from the fuel tank
or add petrol while engine is running. Allow engine to cool for
several minutes before refuelling if engine is hot. If petrol is spilled,
do not attempt to start the engine, but move the mower away from
the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until
the petrol vapours have dissipated.
• Remove the fuel cap slowly to relieve fuel tank pressure.
• Check for fuel leaks while refuelling or using the mower. If a fuel leak
is found, do not start or run the engine until the leak is fixed and
spilled fuel is wiped away.
• Take care not to get fuel on your clothing. If this occurs, change your
clothing immediately.
• Do not operate mower in confined space where exhaust fumes
(carbon monoxide) can collect.
• Mow only in good daylight.
• Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the blades.
• Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting.
• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead before clearing
blockages, checking or working on the mower.
• Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating.
• Where fitted, turn fuel cap off at the conclusion of mowing.
• When transporting in a vehicle, secure the mower to prevent
movement, roll-over, fuel spillage, and mower damage.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in
a safe working condition.
• Never modify the mower in any way. Use only replacement parts
made and guaranteed by the original manufacturer of your mower.
• Keep all safety devices (guards and switches) in place and working.
• Keep the engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease. These
can be a fire hazard.
• Store the mower in a well ventilated room away from naked flames
such as may be found in hot water heaters.
• Walk, Never Run.
To emphasise special information the words
WARNING
WARNING:
The safety of the user and others is involved. Personal injury may
result should this information be disregarded.
CAUTION:
Follow these instructions carefully to avoid mower damage and
loss of warranty.
and
CAUTION
are used.
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Congratulations
on your purchase of a quality Australian made and owned ROVER product.
WARNING
To maintain maximum efficiency and to
avoid loss of mower warranty, use and
fit only genuine ROVER spare parts.
GRASS CATCHER ASSEMBLY
These machines are covered by one or more of the
following Reg. designs and or Patents; Reg. Designs:
Aust. 131504, 121674, 132232 NZ. 25656, 28617
Patents: Aust. 713852, 729036, 745750
NZ. 330293, US. 6085508, UK. GR2325139
1. Ensure that all BARBS in the TOP are located in SLOTS provided in the BOTTOM.
2. Press TOP and BOTTOM together firmly.
3. Check all BARBS are in the LOCKED POSITION
4. Fit 2 SCREWS where holes are provided. (X).
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REAR CATCHER MOWER SET-UP TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
GRASS CATCHER (Fig. 2)
To Fit: Raise FLAP, grasp HANDLE, and position catcher against
rear of mower.
To Remove: Grasp HANDLE, lift FLAP, remove catcher.
WARNING: Stop engine to fit or remove catcher.
FOLDING HANDLE (Fig. 3)
Your mower handle is held in position with either a LOCKING LEVER
(Fig.3) or KNOBS (Fig. 4).
On Self-Propelled mowers the handles must be assembled when the
mower is removed from the carton. Insert the threaded shank of the
Locking Lever through the handle bars and secure with the nyloc nuts
supplied.
If the handle will not lock in the mowing position when the LOCKING
LEVER is pushed down, adjust NUT. Use 1/2” AF or 13mm AF
spanner or socket. (Fig. 3).
CAUTION: Do not allow handle to fall to ground. Throttle cable
damage may result.
Fold or unfold handle carefully and ensure throttle
cable is not pinched or kinked.
Beware snags that may catch and damage throttle
cable.
HANDLE HEIGHT
To adjust handle height, loosen NUTS and remove handle. ReTighten NUTS when handle is in desired position. Use a 1/2” AF or
13mm AF spanner or socket.
HEIGHT OF CUT (Fig. 5)
Apply outward pressure to disengage LEVER from RACK. Move lever
forward or back to adjust cutting height.
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