Operation Manual

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some of the original shape. Cutting efficiently will be reduced and the blade should be replaced. Replace with an
approved factory replacement blade only. Possible damage resulting from blade unbalance condition is not the
responsibility of the manufacturer.
When you change the blade, you must use the original type marked on the blade (Cobra Part No. 263001171) (to
order the blade, please contact your local dealer)
WARNING: Do not touch rotating blade.
10.4 ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Read and follow instructions carefully:
Service the air filter cleaner as per the separate engine manual under normal conditions. Clean every few hours
under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air filter cleaner
should be serviced.
To service the air filter cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the
start of each mowing season; check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit
proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt and
combustible debris from muffler area.
11. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS (OFF SEASON)
The following steps should be taken to prepare the lawn mower for storage at the end of the mowing season.
1. Drain the fuel from the engine by running the engine until it stops.
a) Start the engine and let it run until it has used up all remaining petrol and stalls.
b) Remove the spark plug. Use an oilcan to fill approx. 20 ml oil into the combustion chamber. Operate the starter
to evenly distribute the oil in the combustion chamber. Replace the spark plug.
2. Clean and grease the lawnmower carefully as described above under “Lubrication”.
3. Slightly grease the cutter to avoid corrosion.
4. Store the lawnmower in a dry, clean and frost-protected place.
CAUTION! Do not drain the petrol in closed rooms, in close proximity of open fire, etc. Do not smoke! Petrol
fumes can cause explosion or fire.
CAUTION! The engine must have completely cooled down before storing the lawnmower.
- Care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially
cables and all moving parts.
- Be careful not to bend or kink cables.
- If the starter rope becomes disconnected from rope guide on handle, disconnect and ground the spark plug wire,
Depress the blade control handle and pull the starter rope out from engine slowly. Slip the starter rope into the rope
guide bolt on handle.
Transport
Turn the engine off. Ensure not to bend or damage the cutter when pushing the lawnmower over obstacles.