EINHELL BG-PM 40 P Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

Petrol Lawn Mower  Instructions de montage et mode dʼemploi Tondeuse à gazon à essence  Istruzioni per il montaggio e lʼuso Tosaerba a benzina  Összeszerelési - és használati utasítás Benzín-fűnyírógép B Upute za montažu i uporabu f benzinske kosilice za travu j Návod k montáži a obsluze Benzinová sekačka na trávu W Návod na montáž a obsluhu benzínovej kosačky  Art.-Nr.: 34.010.16 I.-Nr.: 01018 Art.-Nr.: 34.010.22 I.-Nr.: 01018 BG-PM 40 P BG-PM 46 P Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:25 Uhr Seite 1

Sicherheitshinweise lesen und beachten  Read and follow the operating instructions and safety information before using for the first time.  Avant la mise en service, lisez le mode dʼemploi et les consignes de sécurité et respectez-les.  Prima della messa in esercizio leggete e osservate le istruzioni per lʼuso e le avvertenze di sicurezza.  Üzembehelyezés előtt elolvasni és figyelembe venni a használati utasítást és a biztonsági utasításokat. Bf Prije puštanja u rad pročitajte i pridržavajte se ovih uputa za uporabu i sigurnosnih napomena. j Aby se zabránilo poškození převodovky, je třeba provádět přepínání vrtání/vrtání s příklepem pouze ve vypnutém stavu. W Aby sa zabránilo poškodeniu prevodovky, smie sa prepínač vŕtania/príklepového vŕtania prepínať iba vtedy, keď je vŕtačka v stave pokoja  Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:25 Uhr Seite 2

1. Safety regulations 2. Layout 3. Intended use 4. Technical data 5. Before starting the equipment 6. Operation 7. Cleaning ,maintenance, storage, transport and ordering of spare parts 8. Disposal and recycling 9. Troubleshooting guide 21 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 21

must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions. 1. Safety instructions for hand- operated lawn mowers Note 1. Read the directions with due care. Familiarize yourself with the settings and proper operation of the machine. 2. Never allow children or other persons who are not familiar with the operating instructions to use the mower. Contact your local governmental agency for information regarding minimum age requirements for operating the mower. 3. Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons - especially children - or animals. Always keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents involving other persons and/or their property. 4. If you give the equipment to any other person, give them these operating instructions as well. Preliminary measures 1. Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers when mowing. Never mow barefoot or in sandals. 2. Check the grounds on which the machine will be used and remove all objects that could be caught up and violently flung out of the chute. 3. Warning: Petrol is highly flammable! Therefore: - Only store petrol in containers designed to hold petroleum-based liquids. - Only refuel out in the open and do not smoke during the refueling process. - Always refuel the lawn mower before starting the engine. Always ensure that the fuel tank cap is closed when the engine is running and when the mower is hot; also do not refuel. - If petrol has overflowed, do not under any circumstances attempt to start the engine. Instead, remove the machine from the affected area. Avoid starting the engine until the petrol fumes have completely evaporated. - For safety reasons, the petrol tank and other tank closures must be replaced if they are damaged. 4. Replace defective mufflers. 5. Before using the mower, visually inspect it to ensure that the blade, mounting bolts and the entire cutting apparatus are in good working order (i.e. not worn out or damaged). To prevent any imbalance, replace worn out or damaged blades and mounting bolts as a set only (if applicable). 6. Please note that where a mower has more than one blade, the rotation of one of the blades can cause the others to rotate as well. Handling 1. Do not let the combustion engine run in enclosed areas, as dangerous carbon monoxide gas can build up. 2. Only mow in broad daylight or in well-lit conditions. Avoid using the machine on wet grass as far as possible. 3. Always maintain good footing on inclines. 4. Only operate the machine at a walking pace. 5. For machines with wheels: Always mow across hills i.e. never straight up or straight down. 6. Be particularly careful when you change direction on a slope. 7. Do not mow on overly steep inclines. 8. Always be extra careful when turning the mower around and when pulling it towards you. 9. Switch off the lawn mower and ensure that the blade has stopped rotating whenever the mower has to be tilted for transporting over areas other than lawns and whenever it has to be moved from or to the area you want to mow. 10. Never use the lawn mower if the blade or safety grilles are damaged, or without the attached guards, e.g. deflectors and/or grass catching devices. 11. Do not adjust or overclock the engine speed settings. 12. Release the engine brake before you start the engine. 13. Start the engine with care, in accordance with the manufacturerʼs instructions. Make sure that your feet are far enough away from the mower blade! 14. Do not tilt the lawn mower when you start the engine unless the mower must raised off of the ground a little in order to start it. In the latter case, tilt the mower as little as absolutely necessary and only raise the side opposite to that of the user. 15. Never start the engine while standing in front of the chute. 16. Never move your hands or feet toward or under 22 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 22

opening at all times. 17. Never lift or carry a lawn mower with the engine running. 18. Switch off the engine and pull the spark plug boot: - before you dislodge any blockages or clogs in the chute. - before carrying out any checks, cleaning, maintenance or other work on the lawn mower - if the lawn mower strikes a foreign body, examine it for signs of damage and carry out any necessary repairs before restarting and continuing to work with the mower. If the lawn mower begins to experience exceptionally strong vibrations, immediately switch it off and check it. 19. Switch off the engine: - when you leave the lawn mower. - before you refuel. 20. When you switch off the engine, move the speed lever to the Off position. Close the petrol stopcock. 21. Operation of the machine at higher than normal speed can lead to an increased risk of accidents. 22. Take care when carrying out installation work on the machine, and avoid trapping fingers between the moving cutting tool and the fixed parts of the machine. Maintenance and storage 1. Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened securely and that the machine is in safe working condition. 2. Never store the mower (with petrol in the tank) inside a building in which petrol fumes could come into contact with open flames or sparks. 3. Allow the motor to cool before you put the lawn mower in an enclosed area. 4. In order to avoid fire hazards, keep the engine, exhaust and the area around the fuel tank free from grass, leaves and leaking grease (oil). 5. Routinely check the grass basket for signs of wear and impaired functionality. 6. For your own safety, replace worn or damaged parts without delay. 7. If the fuel tank should require emptying this should only be done in the open air using a petrol suction pump (available from DIY shops).  CAUTION! Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regulations and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use. Explanation of the symbols on the machine (fig. 28): 1) Read the operating instructions 2) Important! Danger from catapulted parts. Keep a safe distance. 3) Important! Switch off the engine and pull the spark plug boot before doing any maintenance, repair, cleaning or adjustment work. 4) Fill with oil and fuel before starting the mower. 5) Caution! Wear ear protection and safety goggles. 6) Engine start/stop lever (I=Engine on; 0=Engine off) 2. Layout (Fig. 1-3) 1 Engine start/stop lever (engine brake) 2 Control lever for engine adjustment (throttle lever) 3 Upper push bar 4 Lower push bar 5 Petrol tank 6 Air filter 7 Spark plug 8 Oil dipstick 9 Flap for the grass basket 10 Grass basket 11 Starter cord 12 Lawn mower with engine 13 Spark plug wrench 14 Bolts for spark plug wrench 15 Screw for cable holder 16 2x screws for installing the lower push bar 17 2x screws for installing the upper push bar 18 2x star nuts 19 Metal bracket for hooking on the starter cord 20 2x nuts 21 1x cable tie 3. Proper operation The petrol lawn mower is intended for private use i.e. for use in home and gardening environments. Private use of the lawn mower refers an annual operating time generally not exceeding that of 50 hours, during which time the machine is primarily used to maintain small-scale, residential lawns and home/hobby gardens. Public facilities, sporting halls, and agricultural/forestry applications are excluded. 23 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 23

bestimmungsgemäß nicht für den gewerblichen, handwerklichen oder industriellen Einsatz konstruiert wurden. Wir übernehmen keine Gewährleistung, wenn das Gerät in Gewerbe-, Handwerks- oder Industriebetrieben sowie bei gleichzusetzenden Tätigkeiten eingesetzt wird. The operating instructions as supplied by the manufacturer must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the lawn mower is properly used and maintained. The instructions contain valuable information on operating, maintenance and servicing conditions. Important! Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vegetation, planted roofs, or balcony-grown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power cultivator to level out high areas such as molehills. For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or toolkits of any kind. 4. Technical data BG-PM 40 P Engine type: Single cylinder four-stroke engine, 118 ccm Engine power: 2.6 kW/3,5 HP Working speed: 2800 min-1 Fuel: standard petrol Tank capacity: approx. 1.3 l Engine oil: approx. 0.4 l / 15W40 Spark plug: FG RTC Electrode spacing: 0.6 mm Cutting height adjustment: dezentral, (32/46/62 mm) Cutting width: 400 mm LpA sound pressure level: 75 dB(A) LWA sound power level: 96 dB(A) Vibration ahw 5.73 m/s2 Weight: 24 kg BG-PM 46 P Engine type: Single cylinder four-stroke engine, 135 ccm Engine power: 2.75 kW/3,75 HP Working speed: 2800 min-1 Fuel: standard petrol Tank capacity: approx. 1.3 l Engine oil: approx. 0.6 l / 15W40 Spark plug: FG RTC Electrode spacing: 0.6 mm Cutting height adjustment: dezentral, (32/46/62 mm) Cutting width: 460 mm LpA sound pressure level: 86 dB(A) LWA sound power level: 96 dB(A) Vibration ahw 3.57 m/s2 Weight: 25,7 kg 5. Before starting the equipment 5.1 Assembling the components Some parts of the mower come disassembled. For quick and easy assembly, read and follow the instructions below. Important! You will need the following additional tools (not supplied) for assembly, and also for maintenance work:  An open-ended wrench (10 mm)  A ring wrench (17 mm)  A ratchet, extension, size 13 socket  An open-ended wrench (13 mm)  A flat oil drip tray (for changing the oil)  A 1 liter measuring jug (oil/petrol resistant)  A petrol can (5 liters is sufficient for approx. 6 operating hours)  A funnel (suitable for the tankʼs petrol filler neck)  Household wipes (to wipe up oil/petrol residue; dispose of these at a filling station)  A petrol suction pump (plastic, available from DIY stores)  An oil can with hand pump (available from DIY stores)  1 liter of engine oil (15W-40) Assembling the lawn mower 1. Take the mower and attachment parts out of the packaging and check that all parts are present (Fig. 2-3). 2. Fasten the lower push bar to the mounts on the mower housing (Fig. 4-5). 24 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 24

bar (Fig. 6-8). Pull the cords over the star nut so that they do not get kinked when the push bar is swung down (Fig. 7) and make sure that the starter cord guide (Fig. 8/Item 20) on the right faces inwards. 4. Then hook the starter cord in the starter cord guide (Fig. 9) 5. Fasten the cord holder to the lower push bar (Fig. 10). 6. Secure the cords to the upper push bar with the supplied cable tie (Fig. 11) 7. Hook the grass basket into the mounts on the mower (Fig. 15). 5.2 Setting the cutting height Important! Adjust the cutting height only when the engine is switched off and the plug boot has been pulled.  Before you begin to mow, check to ensure that the blade is not blunt and that none of the fasteners are damaged. To prevent any imbalance, replace blunt and/or damaged blades as a set only (if applicable). To carry out this check, first switch off the engine and pull the spark plug boot.  The cutting height is not adjusted at a single central point – instead, each of the 4 wheels have to be adjusted separately. Three different cutting heights are available. (As-delivered state: Medium cutting height) Caution: All 4 wheels have to be set to the same cutting height. 1. Lever out the wheel cap from the wheel by applying a screwdriver in the opening provided (Fig. 20) 2. Open the wheel bolt (Fig. 21). Important: The wheel bolts have a right-handed thread on the right-hand side and a left-handed thread on the left-hand side. Important: There is a metal washer between the wheel and the mower housing. Make sure that you fit this washer back in place between the wheel and the housing during reassembly. We recommend that you first change both wheels on one side followed by both wheels on the other side. 3. Remove the wheel and screw it back on tightly in the desired position (Fig. 22) Position 1: Low cutting height Position 2: Medium cutting height (As-delivered state (sufficient for normal use)). Position 3: High cutting height 4. Fit the wheel cap back on again and follow the same procedures to adjust the other 3 wheels to the same height and position. 6. Operation Important! The engine does not come with oil in it. Therefore, ensure that you add 0.6 liters of oil before starting it up. Use normal, multigrade oil (10W40). The oil level in the engine must be checked each time before mowing. (see Checking the oil level). In order to avoid any unintentional start-ups of the lawn mower, it comes equipped with an engine brake (Fig. 12/Item A) which must be pulled back before the engine can be started. When the engine control lever is released it must return to its initial position, at which point the engine automatically switches off. Before you start the lawn mower, open the petrol cock (Fig. 13, arrow = petrol cock open). Move the speed lever (Fig. 14) to position “N”. Press the engine brake lever (Fig. 12/Pos. A) together and give the starter cord a vigorous pull. You can control the rotation speed of the blade using the speed lever (Fig. 14). Before you start mowing, you should run through this operation several times in order to ensure that the machine is working properly. Whenever you need to perform any kind of adjust- ment and/or repair work on your lawn mower, wait until the blade has come to a complete stop. Always switch off the engine before carrying out any adjustments, maintenance or repairs. Note: 1. Engine brake (Fig. 12/Item A): Use the lever to stop the engine. When you release the lever the engine and the blade stop automatically (Fig. 12/Pos. A). To mow, hold the lever in the working position. 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 operated (i.e. is not catching or kinking in any way). 2. Speed lever (Fig. 14): Move this lever in order to increase or decrease the engine speed. (Tortoise = Slow / Hare = Fast) 3. Caution: The blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started. Important: 25 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 25

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. 4. Check the oil level. 5. Fill the tank with approx. 1.1 liters of petrol whenever empty, using a funnel and measuring jug to do so. Ensure that the petrol is free of any contaminants. Note: Use only unleaded petrol as fuel. Warning: Never use more than one safety petrol can. Do not smoke when refueling. Switch off the engine before refueling and allow the engine to cool down for a few minutes. 6. Ensure that the ignition cable is connected to the spark plug. 7. Move the speed lever to position “N”. 8. Stand behind the mower. Place one hand on the engine start/stop lever. Place the other hand on the starter handle. 9. Start the engine using the reversing starter (Fig. 1/Item 11). 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. Important! Never allow the starter cord to snap back. Note: In cold weather, it may be necessary to repeat the starting process several times. 10. When the engine is at working temperature it can be started in the “Tortoise” setting. Important: Attempting to start the engine when set at position “N” may cause the spark plug to become wet if the engine is at working temperature. Wait a few minutes before attempting to start the engine again. 6.1 Before mowing Important information 1. Make sure that you are properly dressed when mowing. Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear; do not wear sandals or tennis shoes. 2. Inspect the blade. A blade that is bent or damaged in any other way must be immediately exchanged for a genuine Einhell replacement blade. 3. 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. 4. 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. 5. Exhaust gas is dangerous. Only start the engine out in the open. 6. Make sure that all the guards are fitted and that they are in good working order. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. Advise children and others to keep well away from the lawn mower. 10. Never mow the grass in poor visibility. 11. Remove all loose objects from the lawn before you start mowing the grass. 6.2 Tips for proper mowing Important! 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 careful when mowing and changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers. Always mow along the incline (not up and down). For safety reasons, the lawn mower may not be used to mow inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees. Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn mower. Tripping hazard! 6.3 Mowing Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades from fraying and the lawn from turning yellow. Try to mow in straight lines for a nice, clean look. Insodoing, the mowing swaths should always overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid bare strips. Keep the underside of the mower housing clean and remove grass build-up. Deposits not only make it 26 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 26

quality of the cut and make it harder for the machine to bag the grass. Always mow along inclines (not up and down). Slightly turning the front wheels up the hill while mowing will prevent the mower from sliding out of the straight line. Select the cutting height according to the length of the grass. If the lawn has grown quite a bit, mow over it several times so that no more than 4 cm of grass are cut at one time. Switch off the engine before doing any checks on the blade. Keep in mind that the blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine has been switched off. Never attempt to manually stop the blade. Regularly check to see if the blade is securely attached, is in good condition and is sharp. If the contrary is the case, sharpen the blade or replace it. In the event that the blade strikes an object, immediately switch off the lawn mower and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the condition of the blade and the blade mount. Replace any parts that are damaged. Tips for proper mowing: 1. Pay attention to ensure that you do not run into or over anything that could damage the mower. The lawn mower could be damaged and/or the machine could inflict bodily injury. 2. A hot engine, exhaust or drive unit can burn the skin if touched. Thus, do not touch these parts unless the mower has been switched off for a while and you know that they have cooled down! 3. Use extra caution when mowing on inclines and steep grades. 4. Insufficient daylight or even a sufficient level of artificial light is one reason not to mow. 5. Check the mower, the blade and other parts if they have struck a foreign object or if the machine vibrates more than usual. 6. Do not make any adjustments or repairs until the engine has been switched off. Pull the plug boot. 7. Pay special attention if you are mowing directly next to a street or are close by one (traffic). Always keep the grass chute pointed away from the street. 8. Avoid mowing in places where the wheels have trouble gripping or mowing is unsafe in any other way. Before you back up, ensure that nobody is standing behind you (especially little children, who are more difficult to see). 9. When mowing over thick, high grass, select the highest cutting level and mow at a slower speed. Before you remove any grass or blockages of any kind, switch off the engine and pull the plug boot. 10. Never remove any safety-related parts. 11. Never fill the engine with petrol when it is hot or is running. 6.4 Emptying the grass basket As soon as grass clippings start to trail the lawn mower, it is time to empty the grass basket. Important! Before taking off the grass basket, switch off the engine and wait until the blade has come to a stop. To take off the grass basket, use one hand to lift up the chute flap and the other to grab onto the basket handle (Fig. 15). Remove the basket. For safety reasons, the chute flap automatically falls down after removing the grass basket and closes off the rear chute opening. If any grass remains in the opening, it will be easier to restart the engine if you pull the mower back approx. 1 meter. Do not use your hands or feet to remove clippings in or on the mower housing, but instead use suitable tools such as a brush or a hand broom. In order to ensure that the majority of grass clippings are picked up, the inside of both the catch bag and especially the air grill must be cleaned after each use. Reattach the catch bag only when the engine is switched off and the blade is stopped. Using one hand, lift up the chute flap, while grabbing onto the basket handle with the other. Hang in the basket from the top. 6.5 After mowing 1. Allow the engine to cool before you put the lawn mower in an enclosed area. 2. Remove grass, foliage, grease and oil before storing the mower. Do not place any objects on top of the mower. 3. Check all the screws and nuts once more before you start to use the lawn mower again. Tighten any loose screws. 4. Also be sure to empty the grass basket. 5. Pull the spark plug boot to prevent unauthorized use. 6. Ensure that you do not park the mower next to any source of danger. Petrol fumes can lead to explosions. 7. Only original parts or parts approved by the manufacturer may be used for repairs (see address on the warranty certificate). 8. If the lawn mower is not going to be used for an 27 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 27

petrol suction pump. 9. Tell your children not to use the mower. It is not a toy. 10. Never place petrol near an ignition source. Always use a can that is approved to store petrol. Keep petrol away from children. 11. Oil and maintain the machine. 12. How to switch off the engine: All you have to do to switch off the engine is release the engine start/stop lever (Fig. 12/Item A). Close the petrol cock and pull the spark plug boot from the spark plug 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. 7. Cleaning, maintenance, storage, transport and ordering of spare parts Important: Never work on or touch conducting parts on the ignition unit with the engine running. Always pull the spark plug boot from the spark plug before starting any work of care or maintenance. Never perform any work on the machine while it is running. Any work not described in these Operating Instructions must be performed by an authorized service workshop only. 7.1 Cleaning The lawn mower should be thoroughly cleaned after every use, especially the underneath and the blade mount. To do so, tip the lawn mower onto its left side (the opposite side to the oil filling socket). Important: Before you tip the lawn mower onto its side, completely empty the fuel tank using a petrol suction pump. The lawn mower must never be tilted by more than 90 degrees. Dirt and grass is easiest to remove immediately after you have finished mowing the grass. Dried on grass and dirt can result in poorer mowing performance. Check that the grass chute is free of any residual grass. Remove any such residue. Never clean the lawn mower with a water jet or high-pressure cleaner. The engine must remain dry. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents such as cold cleaner or petroleum ether. 7.2 Maintenance 7.2.1 Wheel axles and wheel hubs These should be lightly greased once a season. To do so, remove the wheel caps with a screwdriver and slacken the fastening screws on the wheels. 7.2.2 Blade For safety reasons you should only ever have your blade sharpened, balanced and mounted by an authorized service workshop. For optimum results it is recommended that the blade should be inspected once a year. Changing the blade (Fig. 27) Only ever use original spare parts when having the blade replaced. The marking on the blade must be matched with the number given in the list of spare parts. Never have any other model of blade fitted. Damaged blades Should the blade, in spite of all precautions, come into contact with an obstruction, shut down the engine immediately and pull the spark plug boot. Tip the lawn mower onto its side and check the blade for damage. Damaged or bent blades must be replaced. Never attempt to bend a bent blade back to straight again. Never mow the lawn with a bent or heavily worn blade as this will cause vibrations and can lead to further damage to the lawn mower. Important: There is a risk of injury if you work with a damaged blade. Resharpening the blade The blades can be resharpened with a metal file. In order to avoid imbalance, the blade should be resharpened by an authorized service workshop. 7.2.3 Checking the oil level Important: Never run the engine with no or too little oil. This could cause severe damage to the engine. Use only 15W40 engine oil. Checking the oil level: Stand the lawn mower on a flat level surface. Unscrew the oil dip stick (Abb. 16/Pos. A) by turning anticlockwise, pull out and wipe. Insert the dip stick back in the filling mount as far as the stop, but do not screw back in. Pull out the dip stick again and read off the oil level while holding horizontally. The oil level must be between the maximum (Fig. 17/Item H) and the minimum (Fig. 17/Item L). The moveable orange plastic part on the oil dip stick provides protection against oil foam. Changing the oil Change the engine oil every year before the start of the season (in addition to the information in the petrol service manual) when the engine is warm.  Use only engine oil (15W40). 28 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 28

 Open the oil filler screw (Fig. 16/Item A).  Open the oil drainage screw (18). Drain the warm engine oil into a drip tray.  Close the drain screw again when all the used oil has been drained.  Fill up with engine oil as far as the top mark on the dipstick.  Important! Do not screw in the oil dipstick to check the oil level – only insert it as far as the thread.  Dispose of the used oil in accordance with applicable regulations. 7.2.4 Care and adjustment of the cables Oil the cables at regular intervals and check that they move easily. 7.2.5 Maintenance of the air filter (Fig. 23-24) A soiled air filter will reduce the performance of the engine because it will prevent enough air getting to the carburetor. It is therefore imperative that regular checks are made. The air filter should be checked every 25 hours and cleaned if required. If the air is very dusty the air filter should be checked more regularly. Important: Never clean the air filter with petrol or inflammable cleaning agents. Clean the air filter with compressed air or simply by knocking out any soiling. 7.2.6 Maintenance of the spark plug Check the spark plug for dirt and grime after 10 hours of operation and if necessary clean it with a copper wire brush. Thereafter service the spark plug after every 50 hours of operation.  Pull off the spark plug boot (Fig. 25) with a twist.  Remove the spark plug with the supplied spark plug wrench.  Assemble in reverse order. 7.2.7 Repairs After any repair or maintenance work, check that all safety-related parts are in place and in proper working order. All parts which may cause injury must be kept where they are inaccessible to children or others. Important: In accordance with product liability legislation we are not liable for any damages caused by improper repairs or the use of spare parts that are not original spare parts or parts approved by us. In addition, we are also not liable for any damages arising from improper repairs. Such work should be performed by a customer services workshop or authorized specialist. The same applies to accessory parts. 7.2.8 Times of use Lawn mowers are only permitted to be used on workdays between the hours of 7.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m. Please comply with statutory regulations, which may vary from location to location. 7.3 Preparing the mower for long-term storage Caution: Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed areas, near fire or when smoking. Petrol fumes can cause explosions and fire. 1. Empty the petrol tank with a petrol suction pump. 2. Start the engine and let it run until any remaining petrol has been used up. 3. Change the oil at the end of every season. To do so, remove the used engine oil from a warm engine and refill with fresh oil. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Fill the cylinder with approx. 20 ml of oil from an oil can. Slowly pull back the starter handle, which will bathe the cylinder wall with oil. Screw the spark plug back in. 5. Clean the cooling fins of the cylinder and the housing. 6. Be sure to clean the entire machine to protect the paint. 7. Store the machine in a well-ventilated place. 7.4 Preparing the mower for transportation 1. Empty the petrol tank (see item 7.3.1). 2. Always let the engine run until it has used up the remainder of petrol in the tank. 3. Empty the engine oil from the warm engine. 4. Remove the spark plug boot from the spark plug. 5. Clean the cooling fins of the cylinder and the housing. 6. Remove the start tension cable from the hook (Fig. 1/Pos. 11). Slacken the wing nuts and fold down the upper push bar. 7. Wedge a few layers of corrugated cardboard between the upper and lower push bars and the engine in order to prevent any chafing. 7.5 Ordering replacement parts Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:  Type of machine  Article number of the machine  Identification number of the machine  Replacement part number of the part required For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info 29 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 29

The unit is supplied in packaging to prevent its being damaged in transit. This packaging is raw material and can therefore be reused or can be returned to the raw material system. The unit and its accessories are made of various types of material, such as metal and plastic. Defective components must be disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or your local council. 30 GB Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 30

vibrates heavily Engine does not start Engine runs unsteadily Uneven mowing results Unsatisfactory bagging of the grass Possible cause - Screws are loose - Blade fasteners are loose - Blade is unbalanced - Brake lever not pressed - Speed lever in wrong position - Spark plug is defective - Fuel tank is empty - Petrol stop cock is closed - Air filter is soiled - Spark plug is soiled - Blade is blunt - Cutting height is too low - Engine speed is too low - Engine speed is too low - Cutting height is too low - Blade is worn - Basket is clogged Remedy - Check screws - Check blade fasteners - Replace blade - Press brake lever - Check setting - Replace spark plug - Refill with fuel - Open petrol stop cock - Clean the air filter - Clean the spark plug - Sharpen the blade - Set correct height - Set lever to max. - Set speed lever to max. - Set correct height - Replace the blade - Empty the basket 9. Faults and remedies for faults Caution: Always switch off the engine and pull the ignition cable before starting any inspection or adjustment work. Caution: If, after making an adjustment or repair to the engine, you let it run for a few minutes, remember that the exhaust and other parts will get hot. Thus, do not touch parts that emanate heat, as these may burn you. Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:26 Uhr Seite 31

und Normen für Artikel t declares conformity with the EU Directive and standards marked below for the article p déclare la conformité suivante selon la directive CE et les normes concernant lʼarticle  verklaart de volgende conformiteit in overeen- stemming met de EU-richtlijn en normen voor het artikel m declara la siguiente conformidad a tenor de la directiva y normas de la UE para el artículo O declara a seguinte conformidade de acordo com a directiva CE e normas para o artigo U förklarar följande överensstämmelse enl. EU- direktiv och standarder för artikeln q ilmoittaa seuraavaa Euroopan unionin direkti- ivien ja normien mukaista yhdenmukaisuutta tuotteelle  erklærer herved følgende samsvar med EU- direktiv og standarder for artikkel T заявляет о соответствии товара следующим директивам и нормам EC B izjavljuje sljedeću uskladjenost s odredbama i normama EU za artikl. Q declarå urmåtoarea conformitate cu linia direc- toare CE μi normele valabile pentru articolul. Z ürün ile ilgili olarak AB Yönetmelikleri ve Normlar∂ gere©ince aμa©∂daki uygunluk aç∂kla mas∂n∂ sunar. z ‰ËÏÒÓÂÈ ÙËÓ ·ÎfiÏÔ˘ıË Û˘Ìʈӛ· Û‡Ìʈӷ Ì ÙËÓ √‰ËÁ›· ∂∂ Î·È Ù· ÚfiÙ˘Ô ÁÈ· ÙÔ ÚÔ˚fiÓ C dichiara la seguente conformità secondo la direttiva UE e le norme per lʼarticolo l attesterer følgende overensstemmelse i henhold til EU-direktiv og standarder for produkt j prohlašuje následující shodu podle směrnice EU a norem pro výrobek. A a következő konformitást jelenti ki a termékek- re vonatkozó EU-irányvonalak és normák szerint X pojasnjuje sledečo skladnost po smernici EU in normah za artikel. deklaruje zgodność wymienionego poniżej artykułu z następującymi normami na podstawie dyrektywy WE. W vydáva nasledujúce prehlásenie o zhode podľa smernice EÚ a noriem pre výrobok. e деклаpиpа следното съответствие съгласно диpективите и ноpмите на ЕС за пpодукта. 1 заявляє про відповідність згідно з Директивою ЄС та стандартами, чинними для даного товару . deklareerib vastavuse järgnevatele EL direktiivi dele ja normidele G deklaruoja atitikti pagal ES direktyvas ir normas straipsniui 4 izjavljuje sledeçi konformitet u skladu s odred bom EZ i normama za artikl H Atbilstības sertifikāts apliecina zemāk minēto preču atbilstību ES direktīvām un standartiem E Samræmisyfirl‡sing sta›festir eftirfarandi samræmi samkvæmt reglum Evfrópubandalagsins og stö›lum fyrir vörur Konformitätserklärung ISC-GmbH · Eschenstraße 6 · D-94405 Landau/Isar Benzinmotor-Rasenmäher BG-PM 40 P EN 836; EN 55012; EN 61000-6-1; TÜV Rheinland Product Safety GmbH; KBV VI Landau/Isar, den 26.08.2008 Frank Product-Management Weichselgartner General-Manager 98/37/EC 2006/95/EC 97/23/EC 2004/108/EC 90/396/EEC 89/686/EEC 87/404/EEC R&TTED 1999/5/EC 2000/14/EC_2005/88/EC: 95/54/EC: 97/68/EC: X X X X LWM = 93 dB; LWA = 96 dB P = 2,6 kW; Ø = 40 cm e1*97/68SN3-IIA*2004/26*0386*00 Art.-Nr.: 34.010.16 I.-Nr.: 01018 Archivierung: 3401015-20-4155050 Subject to change without notice Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:27 Uhr Seite 96

und Normen für Artikel t declares conformity with the EU Directive and standards marked below for the article p déclare la conformité suivante selon la directive CE et les normes concernant lʼarticle  verklaart de volgende conformiteit in overeen- stemming met de EU-richtlijn en normen voor het artikel m declara la siguiente conformidad a tenor de la directiva y normas de la UE para el artículo O declara a seguinte conformidade de acordo com a directiva CE e normas para o artigo U förklarar följande överensstämmelse enl. EU- direktiv och standarder för artikeln q ilmoittaa seuraavaa Euroopan unionin direkti- ivien ja normien mukaista yhdenmukaisuutta tuotteelle  erklærer herved følgende samsvar med EU- direktiv og standarder for artikkel T заявляет о соответствии товара следующим директивам и нормам EC B izjavljuje sljedeću uskladjenost s odredbama i normama EU za artikl. Q declarå urmåtoarea conformitate cu linia direc- toare CE μi normele valabile pentru articolul. Z ürün ile ilgili olarak AB Yönetmelikleri ve Normlar∂ gere©ince aμa©∂daki uygunluk aç∂kla mas∂n∂ sunar. z ‰ËÏÒÓÂÈ ÙËÓ ·ÎfiÏÔ˘ıË Û˘Ìʈӛ· Û‡Ìʈӷ Ì ÙËÓ √‰ËÁ›· ∂∂ Î·È Ù· ÚfiÙ˘Ô ÁÈ· ÙÔ ÚÔ˚fiÓ C dichiara la seguente conformità secondo la direttiva UE e le norme per lʼarticolo l attesterer følgende overensstemmelse i henhold til EU-direktiv og standarder for produkt j prohlašuje následující shodu podle směrnice EU a norem pro výrobek. A a következő konformitást jelenti ki a termékek- re vonatkozó EU-irányvonalak és normák szerint X pojasnjuje sledečo skladnost po smernici EU in normah za artikel. deklaruje zgodność wymienionego poniżej artykułu z następującymi normami na podstawie dyrektywy WE. W vydáva nasledujúce prehlásenie o zhode podľa smernice EÚ a noriem pre výrobok. e деклаpиpа следното съответствие съгласно диpективите и ноpмите на ЕС за пpодукта. 1 заявляє про відповідність згідно з Директивою ЄС та стандартами, чинними для даного товару . deklareerib vastavuse järgnevatele EL direktiivi dele ja normidele G deklaruoja atitikti pagal ES direktyvas ir normas straipsniui 4 izjavljuje sledeçi konformitet u skladu s odred bom EZ i normama za artikl H Atbilstības sertifikāts apliecina zemāk minēto preču atbilstību ES direktīvām un standartiem E Samræmisyfirl‡sing sta›festir eftirfarandi samræmi samkvæmt reglum Evfrópubandalagsins og stö›lum fyrir vörur Konformitätserklärung ISC-GmbH · Eschenstraße 6 · D-94405 Landau/Isar Benzinmotor-Rasenmäher BG-PM 46 P EN 836; EN ISO 14982:1998; TÜV SÜD Industrie Service GmbH; KBV VI Landau/Isar, den 26.08.2008 Frank Product-Management Weichselgartner General-Manager 98/37/EC 2006/95/EC 97/23/EC 2004/108/EC 90/396/EEC 89/686/EEC 87/404/EEC R&TTED 1999/5/EC 2000/14/EC_2005/88/EC: 95/54/EC: 97/68/EC: X X X X LWM = 93 dB; LWA = 96 dB P = 2,75 kW; Ø = 46 cm e1*97/68SN3-IIA*2004/26*0386*00 Art.-Nr.: 34.010.22 I.-Nr.: 01018 Archivierung: 3401021-22-4155050 Subject to change without notice Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:27 Uhr Seite 97

Begleitpapieren der Produkte, auch auszugsweise ist nur mit aus- drücklicher Zustimmung der ISC GmbH zulässig.  The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of ISC GmbH.  La réimpression ou une autre reproduction de la documentation et des documents dʼaccompagnement des produits, même incomplète, nʼest autorisée quʼavec lʼagrément exprès de lʼentreprise ISC GmbH.  La ristampa o lʼulteriore riproduzione, anche parziale, della documentazione o dei documenti dʼaccompagnamento dei prodotti è consentita solo con lʼesplicita autorizzazione da parte della ISC GmbH.  Az termékek dokumentációjának és kisérô okmányainak az utánnyomása és sokszorosítása, kivonatosan is csak az ISC GmbH kifejezett beleegyezésével engedélyezett. Bf Naknadno tiskanje ili slična umnožavanja dokumentacije i pratećih papira ovih proizvoda, čak i djelomično kopiranje, moguće je samo uz izričito dopuštenje tvrtke ISC GmbH. j Dotisk nebo jiné rozmnožování dokumentace a průvodních dokumentů výrobků, také pouze výňatků, je přípustné výhradně se souhlasem firmy ISC GmbH. W Kopírovanie alebo iné rozmnožovanie dokumentácie a sprievodných podkladov produktov, a to aj čiastočné, je prípustné len s výslovným povolením spoločnosti ISC GmbH. Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:27 Uhr Seite 98

Dear Customer, All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. Of course, if you would prefer to call us then we are also happy to offer our assistance under the service number printed below. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made: 1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. We do not charge you for this guarantee. 2. Our guarantee only covers problems caused by material or manufacturing defects, and it is restricted to the rectification of these defects or replacement of the device. Please note that our devices have not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Consequently, the guarantee is invalidated if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial applications or for other equivalent activities. The following are also excluded from our guarantee: compensation for transport damage, damage caused by failure to comply with the installation/assembly instructions or damage caused by unprofessional installation, failure to comply with the operating instructions (e.g. connection to the wrong mains voltage or current type), misuse or inappropriate use (such as overloading of the device or use of non-approved tools or accessories), failure to comply with the maintenance and safety regulations, ingress of foreign bodies into the device (e.g. sand, stones or dust), effects of force or external influences (e.g. damage caused by the device being dropped) and normal wear resulting from proper operation of the device. The guarantee is rendered null and void if any attempt is made to tamper with the device. 3. The guarantee is valid for a period of 2 years starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies when an on-site service is used. 4. In order to assert your guarantee claim, please send your defective device postage-free to the address shown below. Please enclose either the original or a copy of your sales receipt or another dated proof of purchase. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place, as it is your proof of purchase. It would help us if you could describe the nature of the problem in as much detail as possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee then your device will either be repaired immediately and returned to you, or we will send you a new device. Of course, we are also happy offer a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address. Anleitung_BG_PM_40P_46P_SPK1:_ 02.10.2008 14:27 Uhr Seite 100