Operation Manual

English Operating instructions for lawn tractors
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Table of Contents
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembling the appliance . . . . . . 6
Operation and Display elements . 7
Operating safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tips on lawn care . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transporting the appliance . . . . 11
Cleaning/Servicing . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing/removing and
adjusting cutter deck . . . . . . . . . 13
Shutting down the machine . . . 14
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Information about the engine . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Information on rating plate
This information is very important for
subsequent identification, ordering
spare parts for the appliance and
for the customer service desk.
You will find the identification plate
under the driver’s seat.
Enter all the details on your appli-
ance’s rating plate in the following
fields.
You will find this and further informa-
tion about the appliance in the sepa-
rate CE-declaration of conformity
which is a component part
of the se operating instructions.
Illustrations
Fold out the illustrated pages at
the start of the operating manual.
Graphical representations can vary
in detail from the appliance which
has been bought.
For your safety
Using the appliance
correctly
This unit is designed to be used
– as a garden tractor for the conven-
tional application of mowing grass
areas or for maintaining parks using
appropriate accessories which
are expressly authorised for this
garden tractor,
– according to the descriptions
and safety instructions provided
in these operating instructions.
Any other use is not as intended.
Improper use is not covered by the
warranty and the manufacturer will
reject any liability. The user is liable
for all damage to third parties and
their property.
The manufacturer accepts no res-
ponsibility for damages resulting
from unauthorised alterations
to the unit that have been carried
out by the owner or operator.
This mower is not licensed for use
on public roads or for transporting
people.
General safety notes
Carefully read these operating
instructions through before first
using the appliance and proceed
accordingly.
Tell other users about the correct
use of the vehicle.
Only operate the appliance in the
technical condition stipulated and
supplied by the manufacturer.
Keep these Operating Instructions
in a safe place and have them at the
ready whenever you use the unit.
With a change of ownership, pass
the operating instructions on with
the appliance.
Spare parts and accessories must
satisfy the requirements specified
by the manufacturer.
Therefore use original spare parts
and original accessories only or spare
parts and accessories authorised
by the manufacturer.
Only allow repair work to be carried
out from a specialist garage.
Before working with
the appliance
Any person intending to use this
machine must not be under the in-
fluence of intoxicants such as alcohol,
drugs or medicines.
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction con-
cerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
Persons under 16 years of age may
not operate the appliance.
Local regulations may fix the mini-
mum age.
Before commencing work with the
appliance, familiarise yourself with
all of the equipment and control ele-
ments as well as with their function.
Only store fuel in approved containers
and never in the proximity of heat
sources (e.g. ovens, hot water tanks).
Replace the exhaust, fuel tank or fuel
cap immediately if they become
damaged.
Attach trailers and accessory equip-
ment in accordance with the guide-
lines. Driving performance, especially
steering, braking capability, and
overall stability are affected by attach-
ments, towed items, ballast weights
and the weight of a grass catcher
when full.
While working with the unit
When working with or on the unit,
wear appropriate work clothes
(e.g. safety boots, long trousers,
tight-fitting clothing, goggles and
hearing protection).
Only operate the appliance in a tech-
nically flawless state.
Never change the engine settings
preset at the factory.
Never refuel the unit while the engine
is running or hot. Only fill the tank
in the open air.
Avoid naked flames, the formation
of sparks and do not smoke.