Global Garden Products Lawn MowerXM 130, XM 140 HD, XM 160 HD Instructions Manual

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2.3 BATTERY
See 6.8
2.4 SEAT
NOTE! To facilitate installation of the seat, ap-
ply a drop of oil to the four screws before screw-
ing them into the seat.
Release the catch (2:S) and fold up the seat 
bracket.
Install the mounting in th e rear (upper) holes as 
follows:
1. Install the shoulder washers (2:F) on the screws 
(2:G).
2. Insert the screws through the slots in the  bracket. Place a washer (2:I) between the seat 
and the bracket.
3. Tighten the screws in the seat. Tightening  torque:...

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3 DESCRIPTION
3.1 DRIVE
The machine has front-wheel drive.
Front-mounted implements are powered via drive 
belts.
3.2 STEERING
The machine has rear-wheel steering. The rear-
wheel steering means that the machine can easily 
turn around trees and other obstacles. Steering is 
controlled via a wire or wire-chain.
3.3 SAFETY SYSTEM
The machine is equipped with an electrical safety 
system. The safety system  interrupts certain activ-
ities that can entail a danger of incorrect manoeu-
vres.
For...

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3.4.6 Ignition lock/headlight (7:U)
The ignition lock is used  for starting and stopping 
the engine. 
Do not leave the machine with the key 
in position 2 or 3. There is a fire risk, 
fuel can run into th e engine through the 
carburettor, and there is a risk of the 
battery being discharged and damaged.
Three positions: 1. Stop position  – the engine is short-
circuited. The key can be removed.
2. Operating position.
3. Start position  – the electric start motor 
is activated when the key...

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4 AREAS OF USE
The machine may only be used for the following 
tasks using the genuine GGP accessories stated.
The maximum vertical load on the towing hitch 
must not exceed 100 N.
The maximum over-run load on the towing hitch 
from towed accessories must not exceed 500 N.
NOTE! Before using a trailer – contact your 
insurance company.
NOTE! This machine is not intended to be driven 
on public roads.
5 STARTING AND OPERATION
The machine may not be operated 
unless the engine casing is closed...

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5.3.2 Electrical safety checkThe operation of the safety system 
should always be checked every time 
before use.
5.4 START
1. See fig. 10. Open the fuel cock located inside the cover on the rear left-hand side.
2. Check that the spark  plug cable(s) is/are 
installed on the spark plug(s).
3. Check to make sure that the power take-off is  disengaged. 
4. Do not keep your foot on the drive pedal. 
5. Starting cold engine – put the throttle control in  the choke position. 
Starting warm engine...

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• Clean the engine with a brush and/or compressed air.
• Clean the engine’s cooling air intake 
• After cleaning with wate r, start the machine and 
any cutting deck to rem ove the water that may 
otherwise penetrate bearings and cause damage .
6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 SERVICE PROGRAMME
In order to keep the machine in good condition as 
regards reliability and operational safety as well as 
from an environmental pers pective, GGP’s Service 
programme should be followed.
The contents of this...

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6.8 BATTERY
Never overcharge the battery. 
Overcharging can damage the battery.
Do not short-circuit the battery’s 
terminals. Sparks occur which can 
result in fire. Do not wear metal 
jewellery which can come into contact 
with the battery terminals.
In the event of damage to the battery 
casing, cover, terminals or interference 
to the strip covering the valves, the 
battery should be replaced.
The battery is a valve-re gulated battery with 12 V 
nominal voltage. The battery fluid does...

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6.10 SPARK PLUG
The spark plug(s) must be replaced every 200 
hours of operation (=at every other basic service).
Use the spark plug key supplied. 
Before disconnecting the spark plug, clean around 
its mounting.
Spark plug
: Champion RC12YC or equivalent..
Electrode distance
: 0.75 mm.
6.11 AIR INTAKE (12:P)
The engine is air-cooled. A blocked cooling 
system can damage the e ngine. Clean the engine’s 
air intake after 50 hour s of operation. More 
meticulous cleaning of  the cooling system...

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1 GÉNÉRALITÉS
Ce symbole est un AVERTISSEMENT. 
Risque de blessure ou de dégât matériel 
en cas de non-respect des instructions.
Avant de démarrer la machine, lire 
attentivement les instructions ainsi que 
les consignes contenues dans le fascicule 
« RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ » ci-joint.
1.1 SYMBOLES
Les symboles suivants figurent sur la machine. Ils 
attirent votre attention  sur les dangers et les 
mesures à respecter lors de  l’utilisation et de la 
maintenance.
Explication des symboles :...

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2.3 BATTERIE
Voir 6.8
2.4 SIÈGE
REMARQUE! Pour faciliter l’installation du 
siège, appliquer une goutte d’huile sur les quatre 
vis avant de les serrer dans le siège.
Relâcher la sécurité (2:S) et replier le support du 
siège.
Visser le support par les orifices arrière 
(supérieurs), comme suit :
1. Mettre les rondelles (2:F) sur les vis (2:G).
2. Guider les vis par les encoches du support. Placer une rondelle (2:I) entre le siège et le 
support.
3. Serrer les vis dans le si ège. Couple de...