User manual MOUNTFIELD 1436M H

[. . . ] This new lawn tractor has been designed and built in compliance with current standards, and is safe and reliable if used for cutting and collecting grass following the instructions given in this manual (proper usage). If you use the machine in any other way or ignore the instructions for safe use, maintenance and repair, it is considered "incorrect usage". In this case, the warranty is automatically voided and the Manufacturer is not held responsible for damage or injury to oneself or others. Since we regular improve our products, you may find slight differences between your machine and the descriptions contained in this manual. [. . . ] ­ Reverse is engaged by pressing the pedal with the heel towards «R». ­ The pedal automatically goes into neutral «N» when released. ! WARNING! moving Only shift into reverse when the machine has stopped If the drive pedal is used, whether forwards or for reverse, the engine stops as soon as the parking brake (4. 4) is engaged. 4. 31 NOTE 4. 33 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION DISENGAGEMENT LEVER This lever has two positions as shown on the label: «A» = Transmission engaged: for all uses, when moving and during cutting; «B» = Transmission disengaged: this makes it much easier to move the machine by hand, with the engine turned off. 4. 32 N F To avoid damage to the transmission unit, this operation must be carried out only when the engine has stopped with the pedal (4. 32) on position "N". IMPORTANT R B 4. 33 A 16 EN HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 5. 1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ! DANGER!The machine must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed (cutting and collecting grass). Do not tamper with or remove the safety devices fitted on the machine. REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE AND INJURY TO OTHERS. Before using the machine: ­ read the general safety regulations ( 1. 2), paying particular attention to driving and cutting on slopes; ­ carefully read the instructions for use, make sure you are familiar with the controls and know how to stop the blades and the engine quickly; ­ never put your hands or feet next to or beneath the rotating parts and always keep away from the exit. Do not use the machine when in a precarious state of health or under the effect of medicine or any other substances that can reduce your reflex actions and your ability to concentrate. It is the user's responsibility to assess the potential risk of the area where work is to be carried out, and to take all the necessary precautions to ensure his own safety and that of others, particularly on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable ground. Do not leave the machine on high grass with the engine running to avoid the risk of starting a fire. This machine must not be used on slopes steeper than 10° (17%) ( 5. 5). ­ A loose blade causes unwanted vibrations and can be dangerous. ! WARNING!Do not use the machine if you are unsure whether it is working safely or efficiently. If in doubt, contact your Dealer immediately to make the necessary checks and repairs. 5. 4 USING THE MACHINE 5. 4. 1 Starting ! The engine must be started in an open or well-ventilated area!ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC! DANGER! 1 To start the engine: ­ open the fuel stopcock (1) ( if fitted); ­ shift in the gear into neutral («N») ( 4. 22 or 4. 32); ­ disengage the blades ( 4. 7); ­ apply the parking brake on sloping ground; ­ when starting from cold, move the throttle to the «CHOKE» position shown on the label; 20 EN HOW TO USE THE MACHINE ­ if the engine is already warm, position the lever between «SLOW» and «FAST»; ­ put in the ignition key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact, then turn to «START» to start the engine; ­ release the key once the engine has started. When the engine has started, move the throttle to «SLOW». The choke must be closed as soon as the engine is running smoothly. Using it when the engine is already warm can foul the spark plugs and cause the engine to run erratically. If there are engine starting problems, do not insist as you can risk running the battery flat and flooding the engine. Turn the key to «OFF», wait for a few seconds and then repeat the operation. If the malfunction persists, refer to the engine manual and chapter «7» in this manual. IMPORTANT NOTE IMPORTANT Always bear in mind that the safety devices prevent the engine from starting if safety requirements have not been met ( 5. 2). In these cases, once the situation has been corrected, the key must first be turned back to «OFF» before the engine can be restarted. 5. 4. 2 Starting and moving without mowing ! WARNING!This machine has not been approved for use on public roads. [. . . ] The engine stops ­ problems in the engine but the light stays on ­ contact Your Dealer 10. The blades do not engage ­ problems with engagement mechanism ­ contact Your Dealer 11. Uneven cut and ­ cutting deck not parallel to the poor grass collection ground ­ check the tyre pressure ( 5. 3. 2) ­ realign the cutting deck ( 6. 3. 2) ­ blade cuts badly ­ forward speed too high compared to the height of the grass ( 5. 4. 5) ­ collector channel is blocked ­ contact Your Dealer ­ reduce forward speed and/or raise the cutting deck ­ wait for the grass to dry ­ remove the grass-catcher and empty the collector channel ( 5. 4. 7) ­ clean the cutting deck ( 5. 4. 10) ­ contact Your Dealer ­ check and tighten all the engine and frame bolts ­ move it to position «A» ( 4. 33) 12. Unusual vibrations while working ­ cutting deck is full of grass ­ blades are unbalanced or loose ­ bolts and screws are loose ­ move the disengagement lever to 13. [. . . ]