Husqvarna R146S Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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OPERATION
ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS (Fig.JI)
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s maintenance ma-
nual.
CAUTION:- 0.6l Oil must be added to the
engine before use
STARTING THE ENGINE (Fig.J
II)
Once the machine has been set up properly, start the
engine as follows:
a) Engines with choke system:
when
the engine is cold, position the accelerator lever
(13) on START
b)Operate the engine stop lever (14) to prepare the
engine for start, keep lever pressed against handle
while starting and using the machine (it operates the
engine brake).
c) Engines with primer system:
Press
the fuel-enrichment pump (2) located on the car-
burettor 3 or 4 times position the accelerator lever (13)
on MAX.
For further information and explanations, read carefully
the user instruction manual of the engine.
d) Start engine.
MANUAL
STARTING: (While holding the engine stop
lever (14)).
Hold the engine start-grip (11) and pull the starter rope
gently until you feel the resistance caused by compres-
sion. Return the starter rope slowly then pull the handle
rmly towards you to its full extent.
ELECTRICAL STARTING: (While holding the engine
stop lever (14)).
Insert the plug (G) in the socket (H) on the engine.
Turn the ignition key (16).
CAUTION: The blade starts turning as soon
as the engine is started.
Keep the engine stop lever (14) depressed during machine
operation. When the lever is released, the engine stops.
MOWING
To cut the grass, push the lawn mower manually or insert
the automatic advance gear.
How to insert automatic advance (Fig. J
III): Lift up the
clutch handle (17 - 18) and keep it pressed in position.
CAUTION: Engage the gear only when the
engine is running.
How to disengage advance: Release the clutch han-
dle.
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ADJUSTMENT OF CLUTCH CABLE (for self-propelled versions only)
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” .
MAINTENANCE
Caution! Switch off the motor and disconnect
the spark plug before undertaking any mainte-
nance work.
The lawn mower must be checked by a SERVICE
DEALER.
Cleaning under the bodywork
With machine at a standstill and off.
- Attach tting (22) on the deck to the water supply tap.
Turn on the tap.
- start up the motor (blade in rotation), allowing it to
warm up for a few minutes.
- at the end of cleaning switch off the motor, turn off the
tap, detach the tube from the deck connection.
For a four stroke engine, check the oil level and change
the oil when dirty. For further explanation, see ENGINE
INSTRUCTION BOOK.
Frequently check the mower and ensure that all grass
deposits are removed from beneath the deck.
Never clean the mower by pouring water over it: this may
seriously damage the electric start system.
Take care, the exhaust mufer may be very hot.
Frequently check the blade for damage.