Mountfield HP470 User's Manual
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1. Please Read These Instructions Before Using Your Mower Mounttield Operating Instructions for model HP470 amp SP470 Lawnmowers with Briggs amp Stratton engine Product Codes 299164623 BQ 297264623 BQ Call our Helpline if you have any problems Helpline Number 0870 240 2114 Thank you for purchasing a Mountfield lawnmower This machine will give you many years os safe and reliable service if operated in accordance with these instructions Please read and understand these Operating instructions before using your mower failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment To access the underside lift the front wheels by lowering the handle unitl it rests on the ground A NEVER TIP THE MOWER ON ITS SIDE AS THIS WILL FLOOD THE AIR FILTER WITH OIL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read the eval of moving Disconnect the Beware of thrown Keep other blades spark plug cap instructions objects that may people at a safe Do not put hands Warning before carrying i before using be thrown up by distance whilst or feet near the out any repairs the machine the blade working blades or maintenance The following safety precautions must be observed at all times Please read them very carefully TRAINING 1 Read the instructions carefully Get familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment Learn how to stop the engine quickly 2 Only use the lawnmower for the purpose for2. e at the points that offer a safe grip taking account of the weight and its distribution use an appropriate number of people for the weight of the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle or the place where it has to be placed or collected EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION LABEL 1 Acoustic power level according to EEC directive p 2000 14 CE T 2 Mark of conformity according to EEC directive 98 37 z 8 3 Year of manufacture 4 Lawnmower type 5 Serial number i SS 6 Name and address of Manufacturer 16 14 15 11 Chassis 12 Engine 13 Blade 14 Stone guard 15 Grass catcher 16 Handle 17 Throttle control if fitted 18 Engine brake lever 19 Drive engagement lever if fitted DESCRIPTION OF THE SYMBOLS SHOWN ON THE CONTROLS where present 1 Slow 2 Fast is Lo isa 3 Choke br Ba O OD 4 Engine stop 5 Transmission engaged 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 Off 7 Start HOW TO GET MOWING YourMountfield lawnmower does not contain petrol or oil and these must be added before use Running the mower with insufficient oil can cause serious damage to the engine and will invalidate your warranty NEVER TIP THE MOWER ON ITS SIDE AS THIS WILL FLOOD THE AIR FILTER WITH OIL To access the underside lift thefront wheels by lowering the handle unitl it rests on the ground Carefully remove the mower from the carton and read these Operating Instructions An Owner s Manual for the engine i
3. e lever is released 2 2 In the power driven models pull the lever 1 towards the handle for forward movement The lawn mower stops moving forward when the lever is released 2 3 The cutting height is adjusted using the levers 1 The four wheels must be at the same height MAKE THIS ADJUSTMENT ONLY WHEN THE BLADE HAS STOPPED MOVING 3 GRASS CUTTING 3 1 Lift the stone guard and attach the grass catcher 1 cor rectly as shown in the drawing 3 2 To start the engine follow the instructions in the engine booklet and then pull the blade brake lever 1 towards the han dle and give a sharp pull on the starter cable knob 2 3 3 The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same height and in alternate directions 3 4 When you have finishing mowing release the brake lever 1 and disconnect the spark plug cap 2 WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO STOP before carrying out any type of work on the machine 3 3 4 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT Regular careful maintenance is essential for keeping the safety level and original performance of the machine unchanged in time Store the lawnmower in a dry place 1 Wear strong working gloves during any cleaning ma
4. full guarantee against defective materials or workmanship for two years from the date of purchase If the machine is used for commercial Purposes i e for hire or by contractors caravan sites or similar users this guaran tee period shall be 90 days If an part Is found to be defective within the guarantee period GGP UK Limited via their PAL dealer will effect the repair or o m at no charge to the owner providing that the fault Is reported direct to the dealer Alf repairs must be carried out by an autho rised Mountfield dealer Delivery and collection of the machine is the owner s responsibility and not covered under the terms of this guarantee This guarantee is not transferable Proof of purchase will be required in the event of a claim This guran tee does not apply to the routine replacement of parts that are subject to nor mal wear and tear or to normal service and maintenance parts This guaran tee does not cover faults caused by neglect Or Misuse The engine manufacturer guarantees the engine fitted to this machine This guarantee is in addition to and does not detract from the contractual rights of the owner under statute or common law On delivery of your new Mountfield mower Manufactured by S we suggest that you complete the box to the right RI Vic del lavoro 6 31033 Castelfranco V to TV ITALY WA The information for your machine is on the serial Model L number label which is fixed o
5. intenance or adjustment operation on the machine 2 Carefully clean the machines with water after each cut remove the grass debris and mud accumulated inside the chassis to avoid their drying and thus making the next start up difficult 3 The paintwork on the inside of the chassis may peel off in time due to the abrasive action of the cut grass in this case inter vene promptly by touching up the paintwork using a rustproof paint to prevent the formation of rust that would lead to cor rosion of the metal 4 Should it be necessary to access the lower part only tilt the machine from the side shown in the engine handbook follow ing the relative instructions 5 Do not drip petrol onto the plastic parts of the engine or the machine to prevent damaging them and remove all traces of spilt petrol immediately The warranty does not cover damage to plastic parts caused by petrol 4 1 All operations on the blade should be carried out at a specialized centre Note for specialized centres Reassemble the blade 2 as shown in the drawing and tighten the central screw 1 using a torque wrench set to 50 60 Nm 4 2 In the power driven models regulate the adjuster 1 so that the wire 2 is slightly loose with the lever 3 at rest Should you have any doubts or problems do not hesitate to contact your nearest Service Centre or your Dealer Guarantee GGP UK Limited undertakes to provide a
6. isengage the drive clutch before starting the engine 14 Start the engine carefully following the instructions and keeping feet well away from the blade 15 Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the engine Start the engine on a flat surface that is free of obstacles and tall grass 16 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times 17 Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running 18 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire Before carrying out any work underneath the cutting deck or before unclogging the chute Before checking cleaning or working on lawnmower After striking a foreign object Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the lawnmower If the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally find and remove the cause of the vibration immediately 19 Stop the engine Whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended Remove the key from models with electric starters Before refuelling Every time you remove or replace the grass catcher 20 Reduce the throttle before turning off the engine and turn the fuel off when you have finished mowing following the instruc tions in the engine handbook 21 When mowing always keep to a safe distance from the rotating blade This distance is the length of the handle MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipme
7. n the cutter deck at the A ea base of the handles You will be asked for these details if you have any problems or require spare parts VPC ireti Sie d B Please keep your receipt proof of purchase will be lt lt lt lt lt lt ___ required in the event of a claim Year SPINY so 78s Shes Ser Gan Gece J Service Record 1st Service 2nd Service Date of Service Date of Service Next Service Due Next Service Due Dealer s Signature Dealer s Signature Dealer s Stamp Dealer s Stamp GGP UK LIMITED Bell Close Newnham Industrial Estate Plympton Plymouth Devon PL7 4JH England Manufactured by GGP ITALY SPA Via del Lavoro 6 31033 Castelfranco V to TV ITALY Part Number 71503705 1
8. nt is in safe working condition Regular maintenance is essen tial for safety and performance 2 Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where vapour may reach a flame or a spark or a source of extreme heat 3 Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosed space 4 To reduce the fire hazard keep the engine exhaust silencer battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass leaves or excessive grease Do not leave containers with grass cuttings in rooms 5 Check the stone guard and grass catcher frequently for wear and deterioration 6 Ifthe fuel tank has to be drained this should be done outdoors and when the engine is cool 7 Wear strong work gloves when removing and reassembling the blade 8 Keep the blade balanced during sharpening All operations on the blade dismantling sharpening balancing remounting and or replacing require a certain familiarity and special tools For safety reasons these jobs are best carried out at a spe cialized centre 9 For reasons of safety do not use the equipment with worn or damaged parts Parts are to be replaced and not repaired Use genuine spare parts blades should always bear the symbol A Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equipment and be dangerous for your safety TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING 1 Whenever the machine is to be handled raised transported or tilted you must wear strong working gloves grasp the machin
9. s also included please read this before starting the engine 1 FINISH ASSEMBLY NOTE The machine can be supplied with some of the com ponents already fitted 1 1 Attach the bottom of the handle 1 to the holes on the side of the chassis Secure it using the nuts and bolts supplied 2 Fit the top of the handle 3 using the nuts and bolts 4 pro vided ensuring that the spiral 5 of the starter cable is posi tioned correctly On some models connect the engine brake cable 6 by attaching the wire terminal 7 to the hole on the control lever 8 Fasten the cable support 6a to the handle using the nuts and bolts 9 as shown Attach the control cables using the able ties 10 1 2 Carefully detach the plate 1 and washers 2 from the top of the grass catcher 3 Eliminate the washers 2 and fit the plate 1 onto the top of the grass catcher 3 so that it clicks into place Assemble the two parts of the grass catcher 3 and 4 making sure that the hooks are fully locked into place and fas ten them using the screws supplied 5 Site SS SS NS SS N AA SANG SSN SSS SAE SSE PEEEEE EE SS SS SS SS 2 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 2 1 The blade brake is controlled by the lever 1 which should be held against the handle when starting and using the lawnmower The engine stops when th
10. til the fuel has evaporated and the vapour dispersed Replace all fuel tanks and containers caps securely 4 Substitute faulty silencers 5 Before use always inspect the machine especially the condition of the blades and check that the screws and cutting assembly are not worn or damaged Replace worn or damaged blades and screws in sets to preserve balance 6 Before mowing attach the discharge opening guards grass catcher or stone guard OPERATION 1 Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect 2 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 3 If possible avoid operating the equipment in wet grass 4 Always be sure of your footing on slopes 5 Walk never run and do not allow yourself to be pulled along by the lawnmower 6 Mow across the face of slopes never up and down 7 Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 8 Do not mow on slopes of more than 20 9 Exercise extreme caution when pulling the lawnmower towards you 10 Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when trans porting the lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed 11 Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or without safety devices such as the stone guard and or grass catch er in place 12 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine 13 On power driven models d
11. which it was designed i e for cutting and collecting grass Any other use can be hazardous causing damage to the machine 3 Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator 4 Never use the lawnmower When people especially children or pets are nearby If the operator has taken medicine or substances that can affect his ability to react and concentrate 5 Remember that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property PREPARATION 1 While mowing always wear sturdy footwear and long trousers Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals 2 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be thrown by the machine or damage the cutter assembly and the engine stones sticks metal wire bones etc 3 WARNING DANGER Engine fuel is highly flammable Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only Do not smoke while refuelling or whenever handling the fuel Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creat ing any source of ignition un
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