User manual HUSQVARNA R150S

[. . . ] Before mowing, remove all foreign objects from the lawn which may be thrown by the machine. While mowing, stay alert for any foreign objects which may have been missed. Never lift the rear of the mower while starting the engine or during normal operation. Never place your hands or feet underneath the deck or into the rear discharge chute while the engine is running. [. . . ] When the handle (14) is released the blade stops while the motor continues running. With engine running, pull the handle (14) towards the bar and keep depressed. Push the blade engagement lever (19) forward to make the blade rotate. To cut the grass, push the lawn mower manually or insert the automatic advance gear. Before proceeding with the coupling of the automatic feed, choose the speed by means of the change lever (20). 1°~ 0 , 6 m/s 2°~ 0 , 9 m/s 3°~ 1 , 2m/s How to insert automatic advance: Lift up the clutch handle (18) and keep it pressed in position. CAUTION: Engage the gear only when the engine is running. Important: If, when you press the clutch lever, the automatic advance gear does not engage, the clutch cable should be adjusted by inserting the spring (P) in one of the subsequent holes in the plate (R) or in the hole "S" . Periodically check the automatic advance assembly and make sure to keep it clean. In particular, the pinion (21) and the gear (22) must be kept perfectly clean. To carry out this check, you must remove the wheel (23) by unscrewing the screw (24). Deflector, grass catcher) are securely in position and in good condition. j)Ensure that the grass catcher and deflector are correctly located. Failure to do so may result in foreign objects being ejected by the blade. K)For reasons of safety, the engine must never exceed the speed. L) Take care when starting the engine and be sure to follow the user instructions. Never place your hands or feet underneath the deck or into the rear discharge chute while the engine is running. M) Never lift the rear of the mower while starting the engine or during normal operation. N) If the blade happens to hit any obstacle, stop the engine at once and remove the spark plug cap. A)Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are kept well tightened to keep the mower in a safe operating condition. B)Never leave the machine with fuel in the tank within an enclosed area where the fuel vapours could reach naked flames or sparks. C)Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. [. . . ] LNever clean the mower by pouring water over it: this may seriously damage the electric start system. LTake care, the exhaust muffler may be very hot. LFrequently remove the wheel screws clean whith petroleum and oil before replacing. Ball bearings must be greased before remounting. [. . . ]