Before Mowing - Scheppach MP132-40 Originalbetriebsanleitung

m Note!
Using the drive:
• Engine brake (3): Use the lever to stop the engine.
When you release the lever the engine and the
blade stop automatically.
• Before you start to mow, check the start/stop lever
several times to be sure that it is working properly.
Ensure that the tension cable can be smoothly op-
erated (i.e. is not catching or kinking in any way).
Caution: The blade begins to rotate as soon as the
engine is started.
Important: Before you start the engine, move the
motor brake several times to be sure that the stop
cable is properly working.
Note: The engine is factory set to a speed that is
optimal for cutting and blowing grass into the basket
and is designed to provide many years of use.
• Check the oil level.
Open the fuel tank cap and fill the petrol tank (6)
up to the lower point of the tank inlet with about 0,8
litres of petrol. Use a funnel and a measuring con-
tainer for filling. Do not overfill the tank. Use fresh,
clean unleaded fuel.
Never mix oil with petrol. Buy fuel in amounts
which can be used within 30 days in order to guar-
antee its freshness.
Note: Use only unleaded gasoline.
m WARNING
Only use a safety petrol can. Do not smoke when
refueling. Remove any oil or petrol residues. Switch
off the engine before refueling and allow the engine
to cool down for a few minutes.
Start engine (Fig. 14)
• Ensure that the ignition cable is connected to the
spark plug.
• Stand behind the mower. One hand squeezes the
engine brake lever (3) to the handle, the other pulls
the pull start.
• Start the engine using the reversing starter (17).
To do this pull the handle approx. 10 – 15 cm (until
you feel a resistance) and then start the engine
with a sharp pull. If the engine does not start, pull
the handle again.
• Due to protective coating on the engine, a small
amount of smoke may be present during the initial
use of the product and should be considered
normal.
Note: Easier starting in colder temperatures by
pressing the primer (Fig. 15/ Pos. 8). Use only by
a cold engine!
m CAUTION!
• Never allow the starter cord to snap back.
• Note: In cold weather, it may be necessary to
repeat the starting process several times.
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Stop engine:
• To turn off the engine, then the engine brake lever
(3) and wait for the blades to stop.
• Pull the spark plug boot from the spark plug (10)
boot in order to prevent the engine from restarting.
• Before you start the engine again, check the
cord for the engine brake. Check that the cord is
correctly fitted. If the cord is kinked or damaged, it
should be replaced.

Before mowing

Important information
• Make sure that you are properly dressed when
mowing. Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear; do not
wear sandals or tennis shoes.
• Inspect the blade. A blade that is bent or damaged
in any other way must be immediately exchanged
for a genuine replacement blade.
• Do not fill the fuel tank indoors, but rather out in
the open. Use a filling funnel and a measuring jug.
Wipe off any spilled petrol.
• Read and follow in the instructions in the operating
manual as well as the information regarding
the engine and accessory equipment. Store
the manual in a place where it can be readily
accessed by other users of the machine.
• Exhaust gas is dangerous. Only start the engine
out in the open.
• Make sure that all the guards are fitted and that
they are in good working order.
• The machine should only be operated by persons
who are well informed with the way it works, and
who are in reasonably good physical condition.
• It can be dangerous to mow the grass when it is
wet. Try to ensure that you only mow the grass
when it is dry.
• Advise children and others to keep well away from
the lawn mower.
• Never mow the grass in poor visibility.
• Remove all loose objects from the lawn before you
start mowing the grass.
Tips for proper mowing
m CAUTION!
Never open the chute flap when
the catch bag has been detached (to be emptied)
and the engine is still running. The rotating blade
can cause serious injuries!
Always carefully fasten the chute flap and grass
basket. Switch off the engine before emptying the
grass basket.
Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the
length of the long handles) is maintained between
the user and the mower housing. Be especially care-
ful when mowing and changing direction on slopes
and inclines.
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