Operating Instructions
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3. In case of skin contact immediately wash with water and soap Change your soiled clothing as soon as you can Measures in case of a fire In case of a fire use foam dry powder extin guisher or carbon dioxide CO2 Never douse with water Check the device prior to use Prior to use check the knife drive and fas tening parts for proper working condition and firm seating by visual inspection Never use the device with defective or missing covers impact protection flap or grass collec tion bag Do not remove change or override any safety devices or control elements Observe the maintenance instructions and replace damaged or worn parts immediately Have an authorised service centre check your device if the blade does not stop within 3 seconds Use caution during operation if you step away from the device even for just a short time when you use the device on any surface other than grass before you adjust the cutting height before you refuel Switch off the engine and wait until the blade comes to a standstill and pull off the spark plug connector before you clean or check the device or before you carry out work on the device before you unblock or unclog the discharge area Prior to mowing Do not start the engine if fuel was spilled in closed or poorly ventilated rooms danger of poisoning if there are other persons nearby Only start
4. The engine does not switch off Switching off system is defec tive Close the fuel valve Authorised service centre Accessories Spray paint 400 ml colour orange Operating hours counter Clinometer Mulching accessories 24 G00011050 04606 G06927008 10740 G06950027 E11835 G53126007 E09164 Technical data Type AS 531 4T Range of application temperature 0 30 C For temperatures below 5 C observe the engine manufacturer s information regarding the engine oil Engine type One cylinder four stroke engine Manufacturer Briggs amp Stratton Type Series 850 I C Cylinder capacity 190 cm Performance 3 1 kW 4 3 PS Engine speed 2800 min Cutting device type Blade Cutting width 53 cm Cutting height Single wheel 30 80 mm in 6 levels Plant growth up to approx 40 cm Starting device Rope start Drive Rear wheel drive 4 0 km h Maximum area coverage approx 2100 m h Measures and weight Transport size with packaging L W H 120 60 71 cm Max tire dimensions L W H 164 52 99 cm Weight 47 kg Capacities Fuel tank 1 2 litres Grass collection bag 75 litres with fill level indicator Sound level Measured sound level Lwa Guaranteed sound level Lwa Sound level at operator station Loa 94 9 dB according to DIN EN ISO 5395 98 dB according to DIN EN ISO 5395 87 dB according to DIN EN ISO 5395 Vibrations emis
5. WeedHex Manoeuvrable meadow mower for extensive green area care The Allmaher reliably shreds metre high grass undergrowth and weeds Ease of use and high area coverage all combined in a compact ride on mower Low centre of gravity optimum weight distribution and broad wheel base provide you with the best performance on slopes and power reserves Professional lawn mower with rear discharge With wheel drive and infinite speed regulation for exceptional cutting and catching performance in any situation The economic alternative to bar mower Ideal for fodder produc tion The grass is not shredded and placed into a pile on the side The flail blades are supported movably and avoid rocks and other obstacles and chop the cuttings several times This solid allrounder has a side discharge wheel drive and a housing of 3 mm thick plastic coated steel Mulching saves both time and money The mulch stays on the ground and practically disappears into the lawn so that no com plex disposal is necessary Removes weeds carefully quickly and without the use of chemi cals on transport surfaces walls curbs and between interlocking blocks 28
6. avoid hearing damage Type plate The type plate on the device provides you with information on the device type and the technical data ee CMN AGOR 2 D 74424 B hlertann 3 Rasenm her AS XX 4 T 4 4 KW 6 0 PS 2800 1 min Srm CEO n SNR 7 MNNM a 020909090055 94 5 8 9 Name and address of the manufac Rated power output in kW engine Year of manufacture turer 2 Device designation 3 Type designation 4 speed 5 Weight 6 7 Serial number 8 CE marking 9 Sound level Lwa Safety instructions Get informed Safe handling of fuel For your safety read these operating instruc tions with care Familiarize yourself with the control elements and the proper use of the device Share these operating instructions with other users of the device Before you use the device for the first time let the dealer instruct you regarding safe use Get familiar with the device in a wide open and flat terrain first User restrictions and hours of operation Never allow children or persons who are not familiar with the operating instructions to use the device Persons under 18 years of age may operate the device only under proper supervision Local regulations determine the minimum age of the operator und the operating times Unsuitable for operation of the device are persons who are under the influence of alcohol drugs or reaction retarding medicines
7. ground only or secure it against rolling away Release the drive lever 2 Release the engine brake bar 3 Wait until the engine comes to a standstill before you step away from the device Close the fuel valve 5 Pull off the plug connector 15 Maintenance and cleaning Regular maintenance keeps your device ready for use If you do not observe the maintenance notices faults may occur that are not covered by the well warranty Operational safety is endangered as Contact your authorised service centre for checkup if you detect problems during mainte nance Component Action Maintenance interval A B Device Check for safe working condition basic inspection m A Clean m Customer service A Fuel Check fuel level m Is the tank cap closed m Tank fuel valve Check parts for leaks and check for good condition m A and fuel line Carburetor Does the carburetor close again after starting m A Ventilation grid Clean m A Engine cooling Clean A Spark plug Check replace A Air filter Maintain m oA Blade and fas Check for wear and damage See chapter Checking the m A tening components blade Change A Motor brake Does the knife stop within 3 seconds m A Drive lever Does the device stop when the lever is in zero position m A V belt Are the belts tensioned correctly without fissures and in A
8. AS Motor Germany or the supplier Other wise the warranty is no longer valid Preserve the proof of purchase or the warranty card that was filled out by the vendor 21 Troubleshooting The following table contains the most frequent problems and their elimination If more problems occur contact the closest authorised service centre You can find an authorised service centre on our home page www as motor de Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine does not start Engine brake lever is not pressed Press the engine brake lever towards the handlebar Fuel valve is closed Open fuel valve No fuel is in the tank Refill fuel Spark plug connector is pulled off Observe the safety instructions Put spark plug connector back on Device was tilted oil leaked into the air filter Replace air filter unscrew spark plug and start several times when the fuel valve is closed dry the spark plug and screw it back in Engine was flooded due to too many start attempts Unscrew spark plug and start several times when the fuel valve is closed dry the spark plug and screw it back in Air filter is dirty Maintain air filter see also Mainte nance and cleaning Spark plug is sooted dam aged or incorrect electrode gap Clean spark plug and check electrode gap see also Maintenance and clean ing Replace spark plug if necessary Housing of the mower is j
9. Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating parts Keep a distance to the ejection area while working with the device Never open the impact protection flap and never empty the grass collection bag as long as the knife is running The rotating knife can cause injuries and objects can be thrown out Only mow during daylight or with adequate artificial lighting Never mow in the event of uncertain weather conditions and risk of light ning Be especially carefully when mowing on soft ground nearby landfills ditches and dikes 7 Be extremely cautious when turning the device round or pulling it toward you and when mov ing in reverse Avoid mowing wet grass slipping hazard Always walk slowly Never lift or carry the device when the engine is running When using the device over a longer period of time vibrations can cause disturbances in the blood supply of the hands A generally accept ed usage time cannot be determined Use gloves Take breaks on time Have an authorised service centre check the device immediately if the blade hit an object if the device starts to vibrate unusually severely Caution when mowing slopes Devices fitted with a four stroke engines may only be operated on less than 20 slopes Otherwise the four stroke engine can by dam aged due to insufficient oil lubrication Qa Only mow steep slopes when safe operation assured When mowing
10. MOTOR Operating Instructions Lawnmower AS 531 4T From serial number 025315050001 Issued 13 April 2015 V4 0 EN Translation of the Original Operating Instructions Preface Please fill in all data referring to your device When ordering spare parts provide your deal er with the device and engine number Serial number Pleases adhere the sticker from the warranty card here Engine number Date of purchase Address of dealer Dear customer Congratulations on your purchase You have acquired a reliable quality product by AS Motor Germany This product has been manufactured according to modern manufacturing methods and com prehensive quality assurance measures Only when you are satisfied with your device we have attained our goal Read these operating instructions carefully and attentively so that your device operates smoothly and you and others are safe from any hazards If you have questions concerning your device please contact your dealer or call our customer service tele phone 49 0 7973 9123 0 For international AS partners please see www as motor de worldwide AS Motor Germany wishes you much joy with your new device Intended use The device is exclusively intended for mowing well maintained grassed lawn areas Only use attachments and cutting tools author ised by AS Motor Germany Any use exceeding this purpose is inadmissi ble The manufac
11. afe operation of the device also depends on the quality of the spare parts used Only use original spare parts and acces sories that were approved by AS Motor Germany When foreign parts are installed the warranty and guarantee shall be void for the foreign part and for the device and for any resulting damage Inform your authorised service centre about the device type and serial number of your devices when you order spare parts Wear parts Some parts are wear parts They wear during use and must be replaced The warranty does not cover the following parts Blades cutting blades cutter bars blade bolts sliding plates V belt chains Bowden cables starter ropes pressure plates air filters spark plugs disc springs lock washers fuses discs thrust plates pressure discs protection skirts impact protection wheels tires Disposal Grass clippings must not be thrown into the waste but should be composted Shredded plant material decomposes quickly can be utilized as fertilizer and therefore be left on the ground Dispose of waste oil and fuel in accordance with the local regulations or return it to an oil shop Packaging device and accessories are made of recyclable materials and must be disposed of accordingly Warranty The conditions of the warranty can be found on the reverse side of your warranty card Send the filled out warranty card immediately after the purchase of your device to
12. ammed See also Maintenance and cleaning Poor quality dirty or old fuel Clean fuel system authorised service centre Always use fresh fuel Engine starts badly or runs irregularly Air filter is dirty Maintain air filter see also Mainte nance and cleaning Poor quality dirty or old fuel Always use fresh fuel Spark plug is sooted dam aged or incorrect electrode gap Clean spark plug and check electrode gap see also Maintenance and clean ing Replace spark plug if necessary Housing of the mower is jammed See also Maintenance and cleaning 22 No drive when drive lever is actuated Drive belt is insufficiently tensioned See also Checking the drive The blade does not rotate V belt is insufficiently ten sioned or damaged Authorised service centre Bowden cable is defective Authorised service centre The blade slides Replace friction discs Authorised service centre Strong vibrations during operation Unbalance at the blade caused by incorrect sharpen ing or chips on the blade Have blade resharpened and balanced by an authorised service centre Re place a damaged blade immediately Blade drive shaft is bent due to collisions with foreign ob jects Authorised service centre Engine fastening is loose Authorised service centre Blade fastening is loose Authorised servic
13. e centre Irregular noises Loose fastening elements Authorised service centre Silencer is defective Authorised service centre Engine is smoking Air filter is soiled or drenched with oil Maintain or replace air filter see also Maintenance and cleaning Oil level is too high Have authorised service centre lower the oil level to the marking Engine gets hot Ventilation grid is dirty Clean ventilation grid Oil level in the engine is too low Refill engine oil see operating instruc tions of the engine manufacturer Cooling fins of the engine are dirty Have cooling fins cleaned by author ised service centre Uneven cut lawn becomes unsightly Blade is dull or worn Have blade resharpened and balanced by an authorised service centre Re place a damaged blade immediately Speed is too high proportion ately to the cutting height Reduce speed and or select the cor rect cutting height Housing of the mower is heavily contaminated Clean Discharge channel is jammed Mowed grass was too long or too damp Adjust cutting height and mowing speed to the mowing conditions Blade is worn Authorised service centre 23 Engine speed is too low de spite full power Authorised service centre The device does not stop Drive belt does not declutch Authorised service centre
14. e of delivery includes The device These operating instructions The warranty card The operating instructions of the engine manufacturer 1 Move the guide bar 1 to the rear llecti The grass collection bag 2 Slide the screw 5 at the guide bar into one Tool bag with small items of the three notches and tighten the nut see Height adjustment of handlebar Unpacking 3 Beware Do not squeeze the Bowden 1 Remove the loose parts from the box cables when swivelling the handlebar 3 Swivel the handlebar 2 clockwise to the 2 Cut open the front side of the box rear and let the stop bolts engage into one 3 Push the device out of the box of the notches 4 at the guide bar You can switch the position of the control lever at the handlebar left right Contact an author ised service centre Mounting guide bar and handlebar Assembling the grass collection bag 11 1 Pull the grass collection bag 1 over the frame 2 2 Fasten the grass collection bag with the plastic profiles to the frame 3 On both sides of the grass collection bag Screw the rod 3 through the eyelets of the grass collection bag to the frame 4 x screw and nut M6 Mounting the grass collection bag 1 Switch off the engine and wait until the engine comes to a standstill 2 Lift the impact protection flap 1 3 Insert the grass collection bag 2 into the recesses 4 Lo
15. ents pose a fire and explosion hazard Never clean the air filter with flam mable solvents A Make sure that the air filter is always clean A dirty air filter reduces the engine performance and leads to increased engine wear and fuel consumption Irrespective of the operating hours change the filter insert at least once a year Do not operate the engine without air filter For this observe the attached operating in structions of the engine 1 Put the device on a non slip surface e g concrete or asphalt 2 Switch off the engine 3 Actuate the drive 4 Try to pull the device backwards If the rear wheels lock the drive is correctly adjusted If you can pull the device the drive must be re adjusted Re adjusting the drive Turn the adjusting screw 1 at the drive so that the wheels lock while the drive is actuated when the device is pulled If there is no im provement after the adjustment have the device checked by an authorised service centre Checking the blade Danger Improperly mounted and main tained blades pose a severe injury hazard Work at the blade shall only be performed by an authorised service centre Wear sturdy gloves when you check the blades A 19 Work on the blade requires special qualifica tions because an unbalance test is required and the torques must be observed Check the blade and all fastening parts for wear damage and cracks before and afte
16. ep the device in a closed dry and well ventilated room and out of reach of children Always eliminate all problems of the device before you store it so that the device is always in a safe to operate state Let the engine cool down before you store the device in closed rooms Also observe the notices on storage in the attached operating instructions by the engine manufacturer Longer storage 1 Observe the safety instructions regarding the handling of fuel 2 Draining fuel tank Put a piece of a tube on the fuel valve and fill the fuel in an ade quate fuel container 3 Emptying carburetor Start the engine and let it run until it stops on its own 4 Clean the device thoroughly 5 Touch up defects in painting for spray paint see Accessories 6 Performing corrosion protection on the engine Unscrew the spark plug Fill a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug opening Pull the starter rope slowly until you get resistance oil distribution in the cylin der Re insert the spark plug and screw in fully Do not fit the spark plug connector In autumn have your device checked by an authorised service centre Also observe the notices on storage in the attached operating instructions by the engine manufacturer Restarting If you want to start the device after a longer storage carry out the tasks described in chap ter Maintenance Spare parts The reliable and s
17. good condition Bowden cables Check for proper function and ease of movement m A Chassis and im Check for rust and fissures and check the welding seams m A 16 pact protection Are all protective devices and covers in place fastened correctly and properly functioning Label Condition of the labels Engine See operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Check oil level see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Oil change Flammable materi al Remove easily flammable debris buildup from the engine and the device Tyres Check tyres and if necessary the tyre pressure rose wp Before and after each use Annually or every 50 h By the user when the engine is not running By the user when the engine is running By the authorised service centre 17 Preparations Caution Risk of injury Guide bar can snap back A Prior to all maintenance and cleaning work 1 Let the device cool down for at least 20 minutes To provide secure stand place the guide bar onto the ground 2 Pull off the spark plug connector 3 Close the fuel valve 4 Slacken the screw of the height adjustment and flip the guide gar forward do not crush the Bowden cables 5 Tilt the device backwards according to the illustration 6 Put the guide bar onto the ground Cleaning the device For cleaning use a hand bru
18. lear of objects and watch for safe footing Driving 1 Put the device on even terrain not in high grass 2 Open the fuel valve 14 In case of a dangerous situation switch off the blade by releasing the engine brake lever Drive on 1 Press the drive lever towards the handlebar device is running Drive off 1 Release the drive lever Turning Turn the device round only where the grass has been mowed already Turning round on an even surface 1 Switch off the drive 2 Turn the device to the desired side 3 Switch the drive back on Turning round on a sloping area 1 Keep the drive switched on 2 Turn the device upslope 3 Hold back the handlebar and the inner wheel The drive prevents sliding and supports the turn manoeuvre Emptying the grass collection bag Display of fill level If the grass collection bag is full the sewn on material goes down 1 dust protection Danger Risk of injury caused by rotating blades When the engine is running never reach into the discharge channel Emptying the grass collection bag 1 Switch off the engine and wait until the engine comes to a standstill Lift the impact protection flap 2 Remove the grass collection bag 3 Lower the impact protection flap oP Oh Empty the grass collection bag completely Switching off and parking Caution On a slope the device can roll away Put the device on even
19. lter Cutting height adjustment Control elements Drive lever 1 With the drive lever you switch the drive on and off Drive on I Press the lever towards the handlebar and contin ue to hold Drive off 0 Release the lever Engine brake lever 2 The engine brake lever is a protection device When you release the lever the engine shuts down immediately the blade comes to a standstill within 3 seconds Va R Blade engine on I Press the lever towards the OL aN handlebar and continue to hold Blade engine off 0 Release the lever Lateral adjustment handlebar The handlebar can be fixed in 3 positions 1 Pull the stop bolt 3 out of the notch 8 2 Beware Do not squeeze the Bowden cables when swivelling the handlebar Swivel the handlebar to the side to the de sired position Let the stop bolt 3 engage in one of the three notches 8 at the guide bar Beware A loose handlebar fastening can result in failure of the screwed connection 10 Always firmly tighten the central handlebar fastening 5 Vibration Protect dampening 4 To reduce vibration the support of the lever is flexibly mounted Lever height adjustment Set the height of the lever by setting the screw for the lever height adjustment 3 positions are available Fuel valve 1 Closed 2 Open Assembly Scope of delivery The device is delivered in a carton The scop
20. r each mowing operation when there are significant changes All blade parts shown and their fastening parts must be changed when damage or cracks were found At least once a year or every 50 operating hours regardless of whether there is wear or not Material wears out gets cracks which can endanger persons or property Vibrations indicate that the blade is worn excessively on one side or damage of motor or cutting unit mount e g rubber elements Improperly sharpened blades increase the device load and result in fatigue cracks and breakage Ejected pieces can cause severe injuries Blade change 2 P ka lt NOA eal iO 1 2 It is absolutely necessary to change the blade When one of the wear markings 1 was reached Original blade are engraved with wear markings marking in form of a ball shaped imprint on the rear side of the blade When the thickness of the blade at the rear edge of the vane 2 or at another point is below 1 mm exception cutting edge 20 Original blade An original AS blade is engraved with AS GXXXXXXXX or EXXXXX This corresponds to the spare part number Checking engine brake Check the function of the engine brake by switching off the engine The blade must come to a standstill from full speed within less than 3 seconds Contact an authorised service centre if this is not the case Storage Storing the device Ke
21. sh Remove stubborn dirt with a wooden or plastic spatula Clean the outside housing parts with a cloth Do not clean the device with water spray or high pressure cleaner Do not use any aggres sive cleaning agents General inspection To ensure proper working order of the device regularly check all nuts bolts screws fuel line connections air filters etc for firm seating Check the ignition cable and the spark plug connectors for damages Change the damaged or used parts especially covers grass collection bag silencer abrasive strip impact protection or fuel immediately authorised service centre Check all parts that contain fluids for leaks and proper condition These can be Fuel tank fuel valve fuel lines carburetor engine gears battery hydraulic system In case of leaks contact an authorised service centre Maintaining the engine Depending on use clean the device thorough ly especially the bottom and the knife Grass cuttings and dirt that are stuck interfere with the grass ejection and impair the cutting quality To sufficiently cool the engine keep the engine cover ventilation grid and engine clean Fire hazard Take particular care that the components at the silencer are clean 18 Danger If the speed of rotation is set too high objects can be ejected The engine can be damaged and noise pollution increases A Do not change the basic setting of the carburetor or
22. sion value Hand arm vibrations anw Measurement uncertainty U 2 5 m s according to DIN EN ISO 5395 1 5 m s 25 Ea EA AS Motor Germany GmbH amp Co KG Ellwanger Stra e 15 Veggel D 74424 B hlertann www as motor de Declaration of conformity We declare that the lawnmower type AS 531 4T cutting width 53 cm and with serial number starting from 025315050001 in the version we introduced to the market complies with 2006 42 EC all essential health and safety requirements of the fol 2000 14 EC lowing EC directives 2004 108 EC 97 68 EC Function The device is exclusively intended for the mowing of well maintained grasslands and lawns Applied standards DIN EN ISO 5395 Applied conformity assessment procedures Annex VI Measured sound level 94 9 dB A Guaranteed sound level 98 dB A Party involved DPLF D 64823 GroB Umstadt EC identification number 0363 Place where all technical records are filed AS Motor Germany GmbH amp Co KG Ellwanger Stra e 15 D 74424 B hlertann B hlertann May 2015 lag E amp Eberhard Lange By Proxy Frank Einsiedler Managing director Head of development 26 27 MOTOR AS Motor Germany GmbH amp Co KG Ellwanger StraBe 15 D 74424 Bihlertann www as motor de Professional technology for gardens and landscapes Allmaher Ride on Allmaher Rear discharge mower Rotary mower Flail mower Side discharge mower Mulching mower
23. slopes there is a risk of slipping and tilting Do not mow excessively steep slopes When mowing steep slopes meet the ap propriate safety measures e g use step irons Always mow in horizontal directions never up or downwards Sure footing is essential for your safety always wear skid proof safety shoes Be extremely careful when changing the direction Only mow when the surface is dry and non slip The device can roll away when you mow downhill Put the device down on even surfac es only and prevent inadvertent rolling Mowing surfaces with fire hazard Carry a sufficient amount of suitable extin guishing agent If side inclination is too great fuel may leak from the carburetor or the tank This poses a fire hazard Observe the mowed surface also after mov ing is completed to ensure that no fire will start To avoid risk of fire keep the following compo nents free of dirt grass hay leaking oil grease etc Engine Silencer manifold guard clearances Area around the fuel tank When work is completed After mowing always close the fuel valve Prior to leaving the device wait until the engine comes to a standstill and pull off the spark plug connector After switching it off let the device cool down for at least 20 minutes before you store it ina dry closed sufficiently ventilated room Never store the device when
24. sseeessseeseseeeseeeee 25 Declaration of conformity ssseee 26 Explanation of the symbols Symbols in the instructions In these operating instructions the following symbols are used to denote special dangers A Warning These symbols denote special dangers Prohibition sign These symbols denote inadmis sible procedures Directive sign These symbols denote required protective measures Symbols on the device The following symbols are placed on the de vice to inform you must be careful and atten tive when using the device Working with the device requires extreme cautiousness Read the operating instructions before you use the device Risk of injury Make sure that no one is within the danger zone of the device Objects may be ejected The quickly rotating blade can cause life threatening injuries or immense property damage Be especially careful to keep your hands and feet away from the blade when the device is put into operation w L As Prior to any repair and mainte nance work pull off the spark plug connector Clean the ventilation grid 2 The cooling air of the motor is sucked in through the ventilation grid of the engine cover Always keep the entire surface open and free Noise is causing health prob lems Use personal ear protec tion to
25. switched off Set the cutting height so that the blade does not touch the ground even in case of terrain unevenness If the cutting height is set too high objects can be ejected and the clean cut appearance can be destroyed The cutting height can be adjusted in 1 cm increments from 3 cm to 8 cm 13 1 Switch off the engine and wait until the blade has come to a standstill 2 With the adjusting lever 1 adjust each wheel to the same cutting height While do ing so adjust wheel after wheel only by one position at a time Setting the cutting height Under high load adjust the cutting height by tightening the screw 2 Starting A Danger During startup there is a risk of injury caused by the rotating blade Make sure that no one is within the danger zone of the blade Do not tip the device over to one side during startup Danger If after startup the carburetor does not close properly fuel will overflow and a fire hazard occurs A Close the fuel valve and contact an authorised service centre Starting the device Put on the spark plug connector 4 Actuate and hold the engine brake lever Pull the starter point slowly out until you feel resistance then pull out quickly en gine starts to run 6 Let the starter rope retract slowly Driving Danger Risk of injury caused by tripping or sliding while moving the mower backwards and turning it round Make sure that the area is c
26. the device unattended while the engine is running To collect the grass without blockage we recommend for flat terrain to proceed accord ing to the mowing patterns If the grass is extremely high mow twice at different cutting height settings Prior to starting Fuel As fuel use unleaded petrol see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer You can use E10 petrol Do not store E10 petrol longer than 30 days Tanking up Danger Fuel is ignited by hot engine parts A Prior to filling up switch off the engine and wait for at least 20 minutes until the engine has cooled down Observe the safety instructions regarding the fuel Filling in the fuel 1 For filling use a canister with a filler spout or use as funnel 2 Open the canister carefully so that the existing overpressure is discharged slowly and no fuel spurts out 3 Open the tank cap carefully so that the existing overpressure is discharged slowly and no fuel spurts out 4 Fill the fuel tank 5 Screw the tank cap on tightly Checking the engine oil level Attention Prior to each use check the engine oil level See operating instructions of the engine manufacturer To ensure sufficient oil supply for the four stroke engine and to avoid resulting engine damage the device may only be used on slopes up to 20 Adjusting the cutting height Adjust the cutting height setting only when the engine is
27. the device when your feet are at a safe distance to the blade During startup of the engine do not tilt the device Do not touch the engine or the silencer They become very hot during operation and you can get burned Resulting unintentional movements constitute an additional injury hazard Switch off the engine and wait until the blade comes to a standstill before you open the impact protection flap or remove the grass collection bag before you tilt or transport the device Personal protective measures While mowing always wear sturdy footwear with good grip long trousers and gloves Do not mow in open sandals or bare feet f WwW Noise is causing health prob lems Use personal ear protec tion to avoid hearing damage Wear safety glasses and head gear Ask your specialised dealer about suitable protective equipment Preparing the mowing area Prior to mowing carefully check the perimeter of the lawn Remove rocks pieces of wood bones wires and other objects that could be picked up and thrown out by the device Use caution when mowing Risk of injury Stay within shouting distance to other people who can help you in case of an emergency A Danger Risk of injury caused by thrown out objects Never mow while persons children pets or property are in the vicinity e uy e at ea nly The area in front of and to the right of the device is especially dangerous
28. the speed control The operating instructions of the engine are prepared by the engine manufacturer They contain the maintenance instructions and the warranty conditions for the engine If warranty work for the engine is required please contact your authorised service centre or the nearest authorised engine dealer To ensure a long service life of the engine sufficient engine cooling is required Keep the engine cover ventilation grid silencer protective grid and cooling fins of the engine clean at all times Checking the engine oil level Checking the drive Never allow the oil level to be too low other wise the engine can be damaged Never fill in too much oil Otherwise there is the risk that the oil enters and destroys the air filter For this observe the attached operating in structions of the engine Checking the spark plugs Danger The ignition system generates an electromagnetic field Soiled spark plugs reduce the engine output Clean the electrode of the spark plug with a brass wire brush Check the electrode gap see operating instructions of the engine manu facturer Make sure that the insulator around the electrode is not damaged Never use a damaged spark plug Wearers of pacemakers must not work on live parts Tighten the spark plug using the correct torque see operating instructions of the engine manu facturer Maintaining the air filter Danger Cleaning ag
29. there is fuel in the tank inside a building where fuel vapours might come into contact with open fire or sparks Use caution during maintenance and repair Only carry out maintenance work as described in these operating instructions Have an au thorised service centre carry out all other work Only use the knives and spare parts authorized by AS Motor Germany Unauthorized knives and spare parts can cause severe injuries Prior to all maintenance work wait until the engine comes to a standstill and pull off the spark plug connector We explicitly point out that in accordance with the Product Liability Act we are not liable for damages that were caused by our devices if worn or damaged parts were not repaired or replaced on time these damages were caused by improper repair when changing a part our original parts or parts authorised by use were not used the repair work was not carried out by an authorised service station The same applies for spare parts and accesso ries Device description oA N DOA A OON 11 12 13 14 15 16 Spark plug connector Silencer 17 Impact protection 18 Cover Abrasive strip Type plate Oil filler opening Starter grip Impact protection flap Grass collection bag Handle bar with control elements Lever for lateral adjustment of handle bar Height adjustment of handlebar Tank filler spout Ventilation grid Fuel valve Air fi
30. turer is not responsible for any damage resulting from this Observe the required maintenance and repair measures The user of the device is responsible for acci dents or damage to other persons or their property The device must not be used To cut hard objects rocks rubble or pieces of wood To trim bushes hedges and shrubbery To cut plants in flower pots or planters or on rooftops To clean vacuum footpaths As shredder for shredding tree and hedge cuttings As drive unit for work tools and any type of tool sets that are not authorised by AS Motor Germany Contents Preface eeceseseeseeseeeesensenseetenenaeseenenseeneeas 2 Intended USE ecceeesseeseeeeeeeeenseseeeeees 2 Explanation of the symbols 006 4 Symbols in the instructions 4 Symbols on the device ceee 4 Safety instructions cseesseeeeeeeeeeee 5 Get informed c cc eceececeeeeeeteeeeeeeees 5 User restrictions and hours of operation 5 Safe handling of fuel eee eee eee eeeeees 5 Check the device prior to uS 6 Use caution during operation 6 Prior tO MOWING ccceeeeeeeeeeeeenee tenes 6 Use caution when mowing 0 8 6 When work is completed c 7 Use caution during maintenance and 8 Epa aeaaee aa iai e anea Device description ccssessseeseseee 9 Control elements
31. wer the impact protection flap onto the grass collection bag 12 Transport Switch off the engine and wait until the blade comes to a stop before you lift the device It takes two persons to safely lift the device Prior to transport let the device cool down for at least 20 minutes Close the fuel valve For transport you can fold up the guide bar When transporting by vehicle secure the device against rolling sliding tilting and fuel and oil leakage Use tension belts to secure the device Beware To avoid damage to the device fasten the tension belts exclusively as shown in the illustration Do not overtighten the ten sion belts Information on mowing Prior to mowing check your device for com pleteness proper functioning and cleanliness A dirty ventilation grid causes overheating of the engine this can damage the engine A dirty protective grid at the silencer poses a fire hazard To keep the area well maintained mow fre quently and keep the grass short Do not mow your lawn too low in dry and hot conditions because the lawn is susceptible to sun and heat damage and will look unsightly Only mow with a sharp and undamaged blade Have the blade sharpened and balanced regularly by authorised service centre Do not mow when the grass is wet or when it is raining The turf may be damaged and there is a danger of slipping Turn the device around only in already mown sections Do not leave
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