Mountfield Lawn Mower 2125M - 2135H Instructions Manual

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4.4.4 Inhibitor, parking brake (6:N)The inhibitor locks the (6:M) pedal in the 
depressed position. This  function is used 
to lock the machine on slopes, during 
transport, etc.
The parking brake must always be 
released during operation.
Locking:
1. Depress the pedal (6:M) fully. 
2. Move the inhibitor (6:N) up.
3. Release the pedal (6:M).
4. Release the inhibitor (6:N).
Unlocking:
Press and release the “clutch-brake” (6:M) pedal.
4.4.5 Driving-service brake (8:O) (2135H)
If the machine does not brake as 
expected when the pedal is released, the 
left pedal (6:M) should be used as an 
emergency brake.
The pedal determines the  gearing ratio between the 
engine and the drive wheels (= the speed). When 
the pedal is released, the service brake is activated.
1. Press the pedal forward  – 
the machine moves forward.
2. No load on the pedal  – the 
machine is stationary.
3. Press the pedal backward  – 
the machine reverses.
4. Reduce the pressure on the 
peda l – the machine brakes.
4.4.6 Throttle/choke control (7, 8:T)
A control for setting the engine speed and to choke 
the engine when starting from cold. If the engine runs unevenly there is a 
risk that the control is too far forward 
so that the choke is activated. This 
damages the engine, increases fuel 
consumption and is harmful to the 
environment.
1. Choke  – for starting a cold engine. The 
choke is located in the top of the groove. 
Avoid operating the machine in this 
position, taking care to move the control 
to full throttle (see below) when the 
engine is warm.
Do not operate in this  position when the 
engine is warm.
2. Full throttle  – when the machine is in 
operation, full throttle should always be 
used.
3. Idling. 4.4.7 Ignition lock (7, 8:U)
Ignition lock used for st
arting/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 the engine through the 
carburettor, and there is a risk of the 
battery being discharged and damaged.
Four positions: 1. Stop position  – the engine is short-
circuited. The key can be removed.
2/3. Operating position.  
4. Start position  – the electric start motor 
is activated when the key is turned to the 
spring-loaded start position. Once the 
engine has started, let the key return to 
operating position 2/3.
4.4.8 Gear lever  (7:R) (2125M)
A lever for selecting one of  the five forward gears 
in the gearbox (1-2-3-4-5),  neutral (N) or reverse 
(R).
The clutch pedal must be kept pressed in when 
changing gear.
NOTE! You must make sure the machine is quite 
stationary before changing  from reverse to forward 
gear or vice versa. If a gear does not engage 
immediately, release the clutch pedal and then 
press it in once again. Engage the gear once again. 
Never force a gear in. 
4.4.9 Power take-off (7, 8:Q)
The power take-off must never be 
engaged when the front-mounted 
implement is in tran sport position. This 
will destroy the belt transmission.
A lever for engaging and disengaging the power 
take-off for operating the cutting deck. Two 
positions: 1.Forward position  – power take-off 
disengaged.
2. Backward position – power take-off 
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4.4.10 Clutch release lever (fig. 9) (2135H)
A lever for disengaging th e variable transmission. 
Enables the machine to be  moved by hand without 
the help of the engine. 
The disengagement lever must never be 
between the outer and inner positions. 
This overheats and damages the 
transmission.
Two positions: 1. Lever pressed in  – 
transmission engaged for normal 
operation.
2. Lever pulled out  – 
transmission disengaged. The 
machine can be moved by hand.
The machine may not be towed over long distances 
or at high speeds. The transmission could be 
damaged. 
5 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.
6 STARTING AND OPERATION
The machine may not be operated 
unless the engine casing is folded down. 
Risk of burns and crushing injuries.
6.1 FILLING THE FUEL TANK
See fig. 12. Unscrew the fill er cap and fill with 
clean, lead-free petrol.  You must never use 2-
stroke petrol mixed with oil.
NOTE! Bear in mind that ordinary lead-free petrol 
is a perishable; do not purchase more petrol than 
can be used within thirty days.
Environmental petrol can  be used, i.e. alkylate 
petrol. This type of petrol has a composition that is 
less harmful for people and nature.
Petrol is highly inflammable. Always 
store fuel in containers that are made 
especially for this purpose. 
Only fill or top up with petrol outdoors, 
and never smoke when filling or 
topping up. Fill up with fuel before 
starting the engine. Never remove the 
filler cap or fill with petrol while the 
engine is running or still warm.
Never completely fill the petrol tank. Leave an 
empty space (= at least 2- 3 cm at the top of the 
tank) to allow the petrol  to expand when it warms 
up without overflowing. 
6.2 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL  LEVEL
On delivery, the crankcase  is filled with SAE 10W-
30 oil.
Check the oil level every time before using to 
ensure it is correct. The machine should be 
standing on level ground.
Wipe clean around the oil dipstick. 
Unscrew and pull it up. Wipe off the 
dipstick. Slide it down completely  and 
tighten it. 
Then unscrew it and pull  it up again. Read off the 
oil level. Top up with oil to the “FULL” mark, if 
the level comes below it (fig. 10, 11).
The oil level must never  exceed the “FULL” mark. 
This results in the engine overheating. If the oil 
level exceeds the “FULL” mark, the oil must be 
drained until the correct level is achieved.
Work Accessories, GGP genuine
Mowing Using mowing decks:
2125M: 85 C
2135H: 85 C, 95 C
Sweeping Using brush unit. The use of a  dust guard is recommended.
Snow  clearance Using snow blade. Snow chains  and frame weights are 
recommended.
Grass clipping and 
leaf collection Using towed collector 38.
Grass and leaf 
transport Using dump cart Combi. 
						

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6.3 SAFETY CHECKS
Check that the results of the safety checks below 
are achieved when testing the machine in question.The safety checks must always be 
carried out every time before use.
If any of the results below is not 
achieved, the machine must not be 
used! Take the machine to a service 
workshop for repair.
6.3.1 General safety check
6.3.2 Electrical safety check The operation of the safety system 
should always be checked every time 
before use.
6.4 STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Open the fuel cock (fig. 12).
2. Make sure that the sp ark plug cable is properly 
in place.
3. Check to make sure that the power take-off is  disengaged. 
4a. 2125M : Put the gear lever in neutral. 
4b. 2135H : Do not keep your foot on the drive 
pedal.  5. Starting cold engine – put the throttle control in 
the choke position. Starti ng warm engine – put 
the throttle control at full throttle (approx. 1 cm 
behind the choke position).
6. Depress the brake pedal fully.
7. Turn the ignition key and start the engine.
8. Once the engine has started, move the throttle  control gradually to full  throttle if the choke has 
been used. 
9. When starting from cold, do not make the  machine work under load immediately, but let 
the engine run for a few minutes first. This will 
allow the oil to warm up. 
When in use, always ope rate the engine at full 
throttle.
6.5 OPERATING TIPS
Always check that there  is the correct volume of 
oil in the engine. This is  particularly important 
when operating on slopes. See 6.2. 
Be careful when driving on slopes. No 
sudden starting or stopping when 
driving up or down a slope. Never drive 
across a slope. Move from the top down 
or from the bottom to the top. 
The machine may not be driven on 
slopes greater than 10º in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when 
making sharp turns in order to retain 
control and reduce the risk of tipping 
over.
Do not turn the steering wheel to full 
lock when driving in top gear and at full 
throttle. The machine can easily topple 
over.
Keep hands and fingers well away from 
articulated steering joint and seat 
bracket. Risk of crushing injuries. 
Never drive with the engine casing 
open.
Never drive with the deck connected in 
the transport position . This will damage 
the deck’s drive belt.
Never drive with the deck connected in 
the transport position . This will damage 
the deck’s drive belt.
6.6 STOP
Disengage the power take-off. Apply the parking 
brake. 
Allow the engine to idle  1-2 mins. Stop the engine 
by turning off the ignition key.
Shut off the petrol cock. This is particularly 
important if the machine is  to be transported on a 
trailer for example.
Object Result
Fuel lines and connec-
tions.
No leaks.
Electrical cables. All insulation intact. No mechanical damage.
Exhaust system. No leaks at connections. All screws tightened.
2135H; Drive the 
machine forwards/back-
wards and release the 
driving-service brake 
pedal. The machine will stop.
Test driving No abnormal vibrations. No abnormal sound.
Status Action Result
The clutch-brake 
pedal is not 
depressed.
The power take-off 
is not activated. Try to start. The engine will 
not start.
The clutch-brake 
pedal is depressed.
The power take-off 
is activated. Try to start. The engine will 
not start.
Engine running. 
The power take-off 
is activated. The driver 
gets up from 
the seat.The engine will 
stop.
Engine running. Remove fuse  10 A.The engine will 
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If the machine is left unattended, 
remove the spark plug cable(s) from the 
spark plug(s). Also remove the starter 
key
The engine may be very warm 
immediately after it is shut off. Do not 
touch the silencer, cylinder or cooling 
fins. This can cause burn injuries.
6.7 CLEANING
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the 
engine, silencer, battery and fuel tank 
free from grass, leaves and oil.
To reduce the risk of fire, regularly 
check the machine for oil and/or fuel 
leakage. 
Never use high-pressure water. This can 
damage shaft seals, electrical 
components or hydraulic valves.
Never use high-pressure air against the 
radiator fins. This will damage the fin 
structure. 
Clean the machine after each use. The following 
instructions apply for cleaning:
• Do not point jets of wate r directly at the engine. 
• 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 .
7 MAINTENANCE
7.1 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 
program should be followed.
We recommend that all serv ice work is carried out 
by an authorised workshop. This guarantees that 
the work is performed by trained personnel and 
with genuine spare parts.
7.2 PREPARATION
All service and all maintena nce must be carried out 
on a stationary machine with the engine switched 
off.
Prevent the machine from rolling by 
always applying the parking brake.
Prevent unintentional starting of the 
engine by disconnect ing the spark plug 
cable(s) from the spark plug(s) and 
removing the ignition key. 
7.3 TYRE PRESSURE
Adjust the air pressure in the tyres as follows:
Front: 0.4 bar (6 psi).
Rear: 1.2 bar (17 psi). 
7.4 CHANGING ENGINE OIL
Change engine oil for the  first time after 5 hours of 
operation, and subsequently after every 50 hours 
of operation or once a season. 
Change the oil more often (after 25 hours of 
operation or at least once a season) if the engine 
has to operate under dema nding conditions or if 
the ambient temperature is high.
Use oil according to the table below.
Use oil without any additives.
Do not fill with too much oil. This can cause the 
engine to overheat. 
Change oil when the engine is warm.
The engine oil may be very hot if it is 
drained off directly after the engine is 
shut off. Therefore allow the engine to 
cool a few minutes before draining the 
oil.
1. Unscrew the oil drain plug (fig. 13).
2. Collect the oil in a collection vessel. Then take  the oil to a recycling stat ion. Do not spill any oil 
on the drive belts.
3.  Screw in the oil drain plug.
4.  Remove the dipstick a nd fill up with new oil.
Oil quantity: 
2125M:  1.2 l
2135H:  1,4 l
5. After filling up the oil, st art the engine and idle 
for 30 seconds. 
6. Check to see if there is any oil leakage.
7. Stop the engine. Wait for 30 seconds and then  check the oil level in accordance with 6.2.
7.5 FUEL FILTER (10, 11:Q)
Replace the fuel filter ev ery season. Check for fuel 
leaks once the new filter has been installed.
7.6 BELT TRANSMISSIONS
After 5 hours of operation, check that all the belts 
are intact and undamaged.
7.7 STEERING
The steering must be checked/adjusted after 5 
hours of operation and thereafter every 25 hours of 
operation.
7.7.1 Checks
Briefly turn the steering wheel back and forth. 
There must be no mechanical clearance in the 
steering.
Oil SAE 10W-30
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7.7.2 Adjustment
Tension the steering cables by tightening up the 
nut (19:R). Important! The screws in the ends of 
the cable should be held firmly during adjustment 
so that the cable is not twisted. Using an adjustable 
wrench or similar, grasp the key handle on the 
screws in the ends of the cable.
Adjust the steering cables  until all play is removed.
Do not tension the steering cables too hard. 
Otherwise the steering will  be heavy and wear and 
tear on the cables will increase.
7.8 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 coveri ng the valves, the 
battery should be replaced.
The battery is a valve-re gulated battery with 12 V 
nominal voltage. The battery fluid does not need to 
and cannot be checked or topped up. The only 
maintenance that is required is charging, for 
example after extended storage.
The battery must be fully charged 
before being used for the first time. The 
battery must always  be stored fully 
charged. If the battery is stored while 
discharged, serious damage will occur. 
7.8.1 Charging with the engine
The battery can be charged using the engine’s 
generator as follows:
1. Install the battery in the machine as shown  below.
2. Place the machine outdoors or install an  extraction device for the exhaust fumes.
3. Start the engine according to the instructions in  the user guide.
4. Allow the engine to run continuously for 45  minutes.
5. Stop the engine. The battery will now be fully  charged.
7.8.2 Charging usin g battery charger
When charging using a batt ery charger, a battery 
charger with constant voltage must be used.
Contact your dealer to purchase a battery charger 
with constant voltage.
The battery can be damage d if a standard type 
battery charger is used.  7.8.3 Removal/Installation
The battery is placed unde
r the engine casing. See 
fig. 17. During removal/instal lation of the battery, 
the following applies regarding connection of the 
cables:
• During removal. First disconnect the black  cable from the battery’s negative terminal (-). 
Then disconnect the red cable from the battery’s 
positive terminal (-).
• During installation. Firs t connect the red cable 
to the battery’s positive terminal (+). Then 
connect the black cable to  the battery’s negative 
terminal (-).
If the cables are disconnected/
connected in the wrong order, there is a 
risk of a short-circuit and damage to the 
battery.
If the cables are interchanged, the 
generator and the battery will be 
damaged.
Tighten the cables securely. Loose 
cables can cause a fire.
The engine must never be driven with 
the battery disconnected. There is a risk 
of serious damage to the generator and 
the electrical system.
7.8.4 Cleaning
If the battery terminals ar e coated with oxide, they 
should be cleaned. Clean the battery terminals with 
a wire brush and lubricat e them with terminal 
grease.
7.9 AIR FILTER
It is very important  that the air filter is 
intact and correctly installed. Never 
start the engine withou t the air filter or 
if the air filter is defective. 
7.9.1 Air filter (2125M)
The pre-filter (foam filter)  (16:G) must be cleaned/
replaced every 25 operating hours.
The air-filter (paper filte r) (16:F) must be cleaned/
replaced every 100 operating hours.
NOTE! Clean/replace the filter more often if 
the machine operates in dusty conditions.
Remove/install the ai r filters as follows.
1.  Clean carefully around the air filter housing  (15:E).
2. Remove the air filter cover by removing  releasing the two clamps at the rear edge of the 
cover. 
3.  Remove the filters. The pr e-filter is located far 
in towards the engine. Ma ke sure that no dirt 
gets into the carburettor. Clean the air filter 
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4. Clean the paper filter by gently tapping it against a flat surface. If the filter is very dirty, 
change it.
5. Clean the pre-filter. If the filter is very dirty,  change it.
6. Assemble in reverse order.
Do not use compressed air or petroleum based 
solvents such as kerosene  to clean the paper filter 
insert. This will damage the filter.
The paper filter insert must not be oiled. 
7.9.2 Air filter (2135H)
The pre-filter (foam filter) must be cleaned/
replaced after 25 hours of operation.
The air filter (paper filter) must be cleaned/
replaced after 100 hours of operation.
NOTE! Clean/replace the  filter more often if 
the machine operates in dusty conditions.
Remove/install the air filters as follows.
1.  Clean carefully around the air filter cover.
2. Dismantle the air filter cover (14:R) by  removing the two clamps. 
3.  Dismantle the filter assembly (14:S). The pre- filter is placed over the air filter. Make sure that 
no dirt gets into the carburettor. Clean the air 
filter housing.
4. Clean the paper filter by tapping it gently  against a flat surface. If the filter is very dirty, 
replace it.
5. Clean the pre-filter. If the filter is very dirty,  replace it.
6. Assemble in the reverse order.
Compressed air or petroleum-based solvents such 
as kerosene may not be us ed for cleaning the paper 
filter insert. This will damage the filter.
Do not use compressed air for cleaning the paper 
filter insert. The paper f ilter insert must not be 
oiled. 
7.10 SPARK PLUG
The spark plug(s) must be replaced every 200 
hours of operation (=at every other basic service).
Before disconnecting th e spark plug, clean around 
its mounting.
Spark plug
: Champion RC12YC or equivalent..
Electrode distance
: 0.75 mm.
7.11 AIR INTAKE (10, 11:P)
The engine is air-cooled. A blocked cooling sys-
tem can damage the engine . Clean the engine’s air 
intake after 50 hours of operation. More meticu-
lous cleaning of the cooling system is carried out 
during each basic service.
7.12 LUBRICATION
All lubrication points in  accordance with the table 
below must be lubricated every 25 hours of 
operation as well as  after every wash. 
7.13 FUSES
If any electrical fault o ccurs, replace the relevant 
fuse. The fuse(s) is located together with the 
battery under the engine casing.
8 PATENT - DESIGN 
REGISTRATION
This machine or parts thereof is covered by the 
following patent and design registration:
9900627-2 (SE), SE00/00250 (PCT), 9901091-0 
(SE), SE00/00577 (PCT), 9901730-3 (SE), SE00/
00895 (PCT), 9401745-6 (SE), SE95/00525 
(PCT), 595 7497 (US), 95920332.4 (EPC).
99 1095 (SE), 499 11 740.9 (DE), M1990 000734 
(IT), 577 251-253 (FR), 115325 (US).
9 SERVICE
Authorised service work shops carry out repairs 
and guarantee service. Th ey use original spare 
parts.
GGP original spare parts and accessories are 
designed specifically for GGP machines. Please 
note that ‘non-original’ spare parts and 
accessories have not been checked or approved 
by GGP.  Object Action
Fig.
Rear 
shaft 3 grease nipples.
Use a grease gun filled with uni-
versal grease. Pump until the 
grease emerges. 18
Steering 
cables Brush the cables clean with a wire 
brush.
Lubricate with universal chain 
spray. -
Tension-
ing arms Lubricate the bearing points with 
an oil can when each control is 
activated. 
Ideally carried out by two people. 21
Control 
cables Lubricate the cable ends with an 
oil can when each control is acti-
vated. 
Must be carried out by two peo-
ple. 21
Lubricate the deck mount’s lubri-
cating cup using a  grease gun until 
grease penetrates  along side the 
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The use of such parts and accessories 
can affect the function and safety of the 
machine. GGP accepts no responsibility 
for damage or injuries caused by such 
products.
Original spare parts are supplied by service 
workshops and by many dealers.
We recommend that the machine be handed in to 
an authorised service workshop for service, 
maintenance and checking of the safety devices 
once a year.
10 PURCHASE TERMS
A full guarantee is issued against Manufacturing 
and material defects. The user must carefully 
follow the instructions given in the enclosed 
documentation.
Guarantee period
For consumer use: two years from purchase date.
For batteries: six months from the purchase date.
Exceptions
The guarantee does not cover damage due to:
- neglect of the user to acquaint himself with  accompanying documentation
- carelessness 
- incorrect and non-permitted use or assembly
- the use of non-genuine spare parts
- the use of accessories  not supplied or approved 
by GGP
Neither does the guarantee cover:
- wearing components such as blades, belts,  wheels and cables
- normal wear
- engine and transmission. These are covered by  the appropriate Manufactu rer’s guarantees with 
separate terms and conditions.
The purchaser is covered by each country’s 
national laws. The rights to  which the purchaser is 
entitled with the support of these laws are not 
restricted by this guarantee.
11 ENVIRONMENT
For environmental reasons, we recommend that 
particular attention is  given to the following 
points:
• Always use Alkylate petrol (“Environmental  petrol“).
• Always use a funnel and/or a petrol can with  overfill protection to avoid spillage when filling 
with petrol. 
• Do not fill the petrol tank right to the top. 
• Do not fill too much e ngine and/or transmission 
oil (see user instructions for the correct  amount). 
• Collect up all oil during oil changes. Do not  spill any. Hand in the oi l to a recycling station. 
• Do not discard replaced  oil filters with normal 
rubbish. Hand them in to a recycling station. 
• Do not discard replaced  lead batteries with 
normal rubbish. Hand in to  a battery collection 
point for recycling.
• Replace the silencer if  it is broken. Always use 
original spare parts when carrying out repairs. 
• If the machine was originally equipped with a  catalytic converter and this is broken, a new 
catalytic converter must be installed after 
removing the old one. 
• Always get a specialist to  adjust the carburettor 
if necessary. 
Clean the air filter according to the instructions 
given (see user instructions). 
12 PRODUCT IDENTITY
The identity of the product is determined by two 
parts:
1. The machine’s item and serial numbers:
2. The engine’s model, ty pe and serial numbers:
Use these identification terms during all contact 
with service workshops and when purchasing 
spare parts.
As soon as possible after acquiring the machine, 
the above number should be written in on the last 
page of this publication. 
GGP reserves the right to make alterations to the 
product without prior notification.  
						

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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 :
Attention! 
Lire le mode d’emploi  et le manuel de 
sécurité avant d’utiliser la machine.
Attention! 
Attention aux projecti ons. Travailler à une 
distance suffisante de toute présence.
Attention !
Porter des protections auditives.
Attention !
Cet engin n’est pas conç u pour circuler sur 
la voie publique. 
Attention !
La machine ne peut  en aucun cas être 
utilisée sur des pentes dont l’inclinaison 
est supérieure à 10°.
Attention !
Ne pas les toucher sous peine de se brûler. 
Ne pas toucher le silencieux ou le 
convertisseur catalytique. 
1.2 RÉFÉRENCES
1.2.1 Numérotation
Dans les instructions qui suivent, les figures sont 
numérotées 1, 2, 3, etc.
Les composants illustrés sont indiqués par A, B, C, 
etc.
Une référence renvoyant à  l’élément C de la figure 
2 sera indiquée 
« 2:C » ou plus simplement « (2:C) ».
1.2.2 Titres
Les titres sont  numérotés selon l’ exemple suivant :
« 1.3.1 Contrôle de sécurité  générale » est un sous-
titre intégré au chapitre  « 1.3 Contrôles de sécurité 
».
En principe, lorsqu’on renvoie à un titre, seul son 
numéro est indiqué, par ex. « Voir 1.3.1 ».
2 RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ
2.1 GÉNÉRALITÉS
• Veuillez lire attentivement les instructions qui  suivent et apprendre les commandes et le 
maniement correct de la machine avant de 
l’utiliser.
• Les utilisateurs de la  tondeuse doivent suivre 
une formation pratique préalable. Soyez 
particulièrement attentif au fait que :
a. L’utilisation de tondeuses autoportées 
requiert de l’attention et  de la concentration.
b. Si on perd le contrôle d’une tondeuse 
autoportée sur un terrain en pente, il est 
impossible de le réc upérer en freinant.  
Principales causes des pertes de contrôle : 
traction insuffisante, vitesse excessive, freinage 
insuffisant, machine inadaptée à la tâche à 
exécuter, manque d’attention sur les 
irrégularités du terrain et présence d’une 
remorque.
• Ne jamais confier l’utilisation de la tondeuse à  des enfants ou à des personnes 
inexpérimentées. L’âge minimum du 
conducteur est déterminé par les 
réglementations locales.
• Ne pas tondre à proximité de personnes, en  particulier des enfants, ou d’animaux.
• Le conducteur de l’e ngin assume seul la 
responsabilité des accidents impliquant des 
personnes ou des biens.
• Ne pas embarquer de passagers à bord de la  tondeuse. Ils pourraient se blesser en cas de 
chute ou gêner les manœuvres du conducteur.
• Ne pas conduire la mach ine sous l’influence de 
l’alcool, de drogues,  de substances 
médicamenteuses, ni en  cas de fatigue ou de 
malaise.
2.2 PRÉCAUTIONS
• Pour utiliser la machine,  le port de chaussures 
renforcées et d’un pantalon est recommandé. 
Ne pas tondre à pieds nus ou en sandales.
• Porter des vêtements appropriés. Ne pas porter  de vêtements amples ou  flottants, de bijoux, 
écharpes, cravates, etc. susceptibles de se 
prendre dans les pièces en rotation. Attacher les 
cheveux longs.
• Contrôler attentivement la zone à tondre ou à  déneiger. Retirer toutes les pierres, bouts de 
bois, fils de fer et autres objets étrangers qui 
pourraient être éjectés par la machine.
• Attention – l’essence est très inflammable. a. Toujours conserver l’essence dans des 
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b. Faire le plein d’essence uniquement à 
l’extérieur, et ne pas fumer pendant l’opération. 
c. Faire le plein d’essence avant de démarrer le 
moteur. Ne jamais retirer le bouchon du 
réservoir et ne pas ajouter d’essence lorsque le 
moteur tourne ou tant qu’il est chaud.
d. Si de l’essence se ré pand, ne pas démarrer le 
moteur. Déplacer la tondeuse en la poussant 
pour l’éloigner de la fla que d’essence et veiller 
à ce qu’aucune étincelle ne se produise tant que 
l’essence ne s’est pas évaporée.
e. Ne pas oublier de revisser le bouchon du 
réservoir et du jerrycan ap rès avoir fait le plein.
• Remplacer les pots d’échappement défectueux.
• Avant l’emploi, vérifier l’état des lames et de  leur support. Si ces él éments sont usés ou 
endommagés, les remplacer complètement pour 
conserver l’équilibre du dispositif.
• La batterie (sur les machines à démarreur  électrique) dégage des  gaz explosifs. La 
conserver à l’écart des étincelles, flammes et 
cigarettes. Veiller à une  bonne aération pendant 
que la batterie est en charge.
• La batterie contient des matériaux toxiques.  Veiller à ne pas l’endomma ger. Si l’extérieur de 
la batterie est endommagé , éviter tout contact 
avec son contenu.
• Ne pas jeter les batterie s usées ou défectueuses 
dans les poubelles. Renseignez-vous auprès de 
votre administration po ur savoir comment vous 
en débarrasser en respectant l’environnement. 
• Ne pas provoquer de court-circuit dans la  batterie. Cela provoquerait des étincelles 
susceptibles de mettre le feu.
2.3 CONDUITE
• Suivre les instructions  du manuel pour démarrer 
le moteur. Tenir les pieds à l’écart des lames.
• Ne pas démarrer le moteur dans des espaces  confinés où il existe un ri sque d’intoxication au 
monoxyde de carbone.
• Utiliser la machine uniquement à la lumière du  jour ou dans des zones bien éclairées.
• Porter des protections auditives.
• Redoubler de vigilance  à proximité d’obstacles 
qui masquent la vue.
• Tenir les enfants à l’écart, sous la surveillance  d’un adulte.
• Faire attention en changeant de direction.  Regarder derrière soi  avant et pendant la 
marche arrière pour vérifier l’absence 
d’obstacles. Faire particulièrement attention aux 
enfants en bas âge.
• Débrayer les lames et se mettre au point mort  avant de démarrer le moteur.
• Ne pas approcher les mains et les pieds des  pièces en rotation. Attention aux lames. Ne pas  se tenir devant l’orifice d’évacuation.
• Éviter de tondre les pelouses humides.
• Être particulièrement vigi lant sur les terrains en 
pente. Ne pas démarrer  ou s’arrêter brutalement 
sur un terrain en pente.
• Débrayer progressivement. Rester en vitesse  pendant toute la conduite  et ne pas débrayer en 
descente.
• Ne jamais tondre en suivant une trajectoire  transversale à la pente. Se déplacer de haut en 
bas, et de bas en haut.
• Accélérer lentement pour engager une vitesse,  surtout si la pelouse est  haute. Ralentir dans les 
pentes et dans les virages pour éviter de 
basculer ou de perdre le  contrôle de la machine.
• Éviter les trous dans le sol et les autres dangers  potentiels.
• Rester à distance des fossés et des bordures  hautes. La machine risque de se renverser si la 
roue passe sur la bordure ou si la bordure 
s’effondre.
• Prudence en cas de remo rquage et d’utilisation 
de matériel lourd.
• a. N’utiliser que des dispositifs de  remorquage agréés.
• b. Limiter la charge pour en garder le  contrôle en toute sécurité.
• c. Ne pas effectuer de virage brusque. Faire  attention en changeant de direction.
• d. Placer des poids sur les roues ou à l’avant  de la tondeuse. Voir manuel.
• Faire preuve de prudence à l’approche d’un  carrefour ou d’une route.
• Arrêter les lames sur le s surfaces autres que de 
la pelouse.
• Lorsque des accessoires sont montés sur la  tondeuse, ne jamais diriger l’évacuation vers 
des personnes se trouvant  dans les parages. 
Écarter toute présence à proximité d’une 
tondeuse en marche.
• Ne jamais utiliser la m achine si les protections 
et dispositifs de sécurité sont insuffisants.
• Il est interdit de déconne cter les dispositifs de 
sécurité ou d’en empêcher le fonctionnement. 
Vérifier l’état des dispositifs de sécurité avant 
chaque utilisation de la machine.
• Ne pas modifier le réglage du moteur. Ne pas  pousser le moteur à plein régime. Le risque de 
blessure augmente lorsque le moteur tourne à 
plein régime.
• Certains éléments du moteur chauffent pendant  l’utilisation. Ne pas les toucher sous peine de se 
brûler.
• Avant de quitter le siège du conducteur :
• a. Neutraliser la prise  de force et abaisser les 
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• b. Engager le point mort et serrer le frein à main.
• c. Arrêter le moteur et retirer la clé.
• Utiliser exclusivement des accessoires  approuvés par le fabricant. 
• Ne pas utiliser la machine si les accessoires/ outils ne sont pas fixés su r le châssis prévu à cet 
effet. L’utilisation  de la tondeuse sans 
accessoires peut réduire sa stabilité.
• Attention : les bacs de ramassage et autres  accessoires peuvent réduire  la stabilité de la 
machine, surtout sur les terrains en pente.
• Immobiliser les accessoires , couper le moteur et 
débrancher la bougie ou enlever la clé du 
démarreur pour :
• a. Retirer les branchages  et autres éléments qui 
bouchent l’évacuation.
• b. Inspecteur, nettoyer ou entretenir la machine.
• c. Vérifier les éventuels  dégâts et procéder aux 
réparations qui s’imposent avant de pouvoir 
réutiliser la machine à la suite d’un impact avec 
un corps étranger.
• d. Inspecter la machine si elle se met à vibrer  excessivement. (Vérif ier immédiatement.)
• Immobiliser les accessoires pendant le transport  ou lorsque la machine est arrêtée.
• Couper le moteur et imm obiliser les accessoires 
avant de :
• a. faire le plein de carburant.
• b. retirer le bac de ramassage.
• c. régler la hauteur, pour autant que cette  opération ne puisse s’effectuer sans quitter le 
siège du conducteur.
• Ralentir avant de couper le moteur. Si l’arrivée  d’essence est équipée d’un robinet d’arrêt, 
fermer celui-ci à la fin du travail.
• Attention : sur les plateaux à lames multiples,  une lame peut en entraîner une autre dans sa 
rotation. 
• La machine, équipée d’accessoires d’origine,  ne peut en aucun cas être  utilisée sur des pentes 
dont l’inclinaison est supérieure à 10°.
• Les lames originales ne peuvent être  remplacées par des syst èmes d’autres marques 
conçus, par ex. pour la  scarification de la 
mousse. En cas d’utilisat ion de ces systèmes, la 
garantie cesse d’être  valable. En outre, 
l’utilisation de matériel non conforme 
représente un danger pour les personnes et les 
biens. 
• Le chargement et déchargement de la machine  sur un tracteur ou un cam ion doit s’effectuer 
avec prudence.2.4 MAINTENANCE ET REMISAGE
• Serrer tous les boulons  et vis pour assurer la 
sécurité de la machine.
• Contrôler régulièrement le serrage des vis des  lames. 
• Contrôler régulièrement  le fonctionnement des 
freins. L’entretien et l’éventuelle réparation des 
freins est un point vital. 
• Ne pas stationner la mach ine à l’intérieur si son 
réservoir contient du carburant dont les 
émanations sont susceptibles d’entrer en 
contact avec des flammes nues ou des 
étincelles.
• Laisser refroidir le moteur avant de ranger la  machine dans un local.
• Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, dégager  l’herbe, les feuilles et  l’excédent d’huile se 
trouvant sur le moteur, le pot d’échappement, la 
batterie et le réservoir.
• Vérifier régulièrement l’ état du bac de ramassage.
• Pour garantir la sécur ité, remplacer les pièces 
usées ou endommagées.
• N’utiliser que des pièces d’origine.   L’utilisation d’autres  types de pièces de 
rechange, même si elles s’adaptent à la 
machine, peut se révéler dangereuse.
• Remplacer les autocollants d’avertissement et  d’instructions devenus illisibles.
• Si la machine n’est pa s pourvue d’un dispositif 
de blocage pour le transpor t, le plateau de coupe 
doit être abaissé lorsque la machine est 
stationnée, rangée ou lais sée sans surveillance. 
• La vidange éventuelle du  réservoir de carburant 
doit s’effectuer à l’extérieur.
• La machine doit être en treposée hors de portée 
des enfants.
• La batterie contient de l’acide. En cas de  surcharge ou de dégâts, il peut y avoir une fuite 
d’acide. 
• Ne jamais surcharger la batterie pour éviter  qu’elle explose en projetan t de l’acide dans tous 
les sens.
• Les projections d’acide dans les yeux ou sur la  peau peuvent provoquer des blessures graves. 
En cas de contact avec  de l’acide, rincer 
abondamment à l’eau claire et consulter le plus 
rapidement possible un médecin.
• L’inhalation de vapeurs d’acide peuvent  provoquer des lésions des muqueuses et des 
organes internes. Consulter un médecin en cas 
d’inhalation.
• L’acide peut endommager sérieusement les  outils, vêtements et autres éléments. Rincer 
immédiatement tout acide renversé.