User manual MASPORT OLYMPIC 400

[. . . ] GBR Please read these instructions carefully before assembly. Keep these and the engine instructions in a safe place for future use. This manual covers a range of different Masport Reel Mowers. Some features mentioned may not apply to your mower. [. . . ] Press it down firmly until it locks into position. Com manuals search engine 031992 - Masport European Reel Mower Owner’s Manual - July ‘10 OPC cable anchor clips into hole on the upper side of the handle Note!The engine speed dictates the speed the mower is propelled as well as the speed of the cutting reel. ROLLER CLUTCH BAIL The roller clutch lever is behind the upper handle cross bar and is spring loaded to the disengaged position. Move the bail towards the handlebar to engage the drive to the rear roller. RECOIL PULL START HANDLE Refer to the engine owner’s handbook for details. CLEAR THE AREA TO BE MOWN Before commencing mowing, ensure the lawn is free from obstructions, such as stones, etc. Contact with objects of this type may damage the cutting reel and bottom blade. After assembly, service the engine with petrol and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your machine. Be sure that… • The operator reads and understands this manual, • The daily maintenance checks have been properly carried out and the mower is in good working order. € The operator wears safe clothing and eye protection. Failure to do so could result in damage and risk to health and safety IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS OPC (OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL) BAIL Only some models are fitted with this feature. This control is located on the top of the handle bar. It is used to stop the engine quickly when the operator releases the OPC bail. To start the engine, you must move the bail back and hold it against the handle bar. When you release the OPC bail the engine will automatically shut off. Roller Clutch Bail OPC Bail Some models only Using your reel mower FRANÇIS ESPAÑOL ITALIANO DEUTSCH STARTING THE ENGINE Ensure the roller clutch bail is in the disengaged position before starting the engine. Turn the ignition switch (if fitted) to the ‘ON’ position. Starting Procedure If the engine has not been running recently move the choke control to the ‘ON’/ position. The choke is on the side of the engine by the carburettor, refer engine owner’s manual. To start the engine on these models, you must move the bail back and hold it against the handle bar, then follow the starting procedures below. If you release the OPC bail the engine will automatically shut off again. [. . . ] LONG TERM STORAGE: After each mowing season or if the mower is not going to be used for 30 days or more, it is recommended that the fuel shut off valve be closed off (where fitted) and the fuel tank be drained as modern fuels have a short shelf life. The mower should then be started up and run until all of the fuel left in the system is used. While the engine is warm, drain the engine oil and refill with the correct grade to the required level. Remove the spark plug and pour 5ml of engine oil into the engine cylinder, crank slowly to distribute the oil and replace the spark plug. [. . . ]