Mountfield Lawn Mower 4140H Instructions Manual

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4.4.3 Inhibitor, parking brake (9:C)The inhibitor locks the “clutch-brake” 
pedal in the depresse d position. This func-
tion is used to lock the machine on slopes, 
during transport, etc., when the engine is 
not running.
Locking:
1. Depress the pedal (9:B) fully. 
2. Move the inhibitor (9:C) to the right.
3. Release the pedal (9:B).
4. Release the inhibitor (9:C).
Unlocking:
Press and release the pedal (9:B).
4.4.4 Driving-service brake (9:F)
If the machine does not brake as expect-
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4.4.9 Seat (11:H)The seat can be folded and is adjustable 
front-rear. The seat is locked in the folded 
up position using the catch (11:K) and ad-
justed front-rear using the knobs (11:J).
The seat is equipped with a safety switch that is 
connected to the machine’s safety system. This 
means that certain dangerous activities are not pos-
sible when there is nobody in the seat.
4.4.10 Engine casing (12:L)
To access the fuel cock, battery and en-
gine the engine is equipped with engine...

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Only fill or top up with petrol outdoors, 
and never smoke when filling or top-
ping 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 th e petrol tank. Leave an 
empty space (= at least the entire filler tube plus 1 
- 2 cm at the top of the ta nk) to allow the petrol to 
expand when it warms up without overflowing. 
See fig. 14.
6.2 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL  LEVEL
On delivery,...

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8. Once the engine has started, move the throttle control gradually to full  throttle (approx. 2 cm 
behind the choke position) if the choke has been 
used. 
9. When starting from cold, do not make the ma- chine work under load immediately, but let the 
engine run for a few minutes  first. This will al-
low the oil to warm up. 
When the machine is in operation, full throttle 
should always be used.
6.6 OPERATING TIPS
Always check that there  is the correct volume of 
oil in the engine. This...

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7.2 PREPARATION
All service and all maintenance must be carried out 
on a stationary machine with the engine switched 
off.
Prevent the machine from rolling by al-
ways applying the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
Prevent unintentional starting of the 
engine by disconnect ing the spark plug 
cable(s) from the spark plug(s) and re-
moving the ignition key. 
7.3 TYRE PRESSURE
Adjust the air pressure in the tyres as follows:
Front: 0.6 bar (9 psi).
Rear: 0.4 bar (6 psi). 
7.4 CHANGING ENGINE...

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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.
7.7.2 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. 
7.7.3 Removal/Installation...

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7.11 LUBRICATION
All lubrication points in accordance with the table 
below must be lubricated  every 50 hours of opera-
tion as well as after every wash. 
7.12 FUSE
In the event of electrical faults, check/replace the 
fuse, 20 A. See 15:S.
8 PATENT - DESIGN REGISTRA-
TION
This machine or parts thereof is covered by the fol-
lowing patent and design registration:
SE9901091-0, SE9901730-3, SE9401745-6, 
US595 7497, FR772384, DE69520215.4, 
GB772384, SE0301072-5, SE04/000239 (PCT),...

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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 produc t 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 
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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.
1.1 SYMBOLES
Les symboles suivants figurent sur la machine. Ils 
attirent votre atte ntion sur les dange rs et les mesu-
res à respecter lors de l’utilisation et de la mainte-
nance.
Explication des symboles :
Attention! 
Lire le mode d’emploi  et le manuel de sé-
curité avant d’utiliser la machine.
Attention! 
Attention aux projecti ons. Travailler à une...

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a. Toujours conserver l’essence dans des 
récipients spécialement conçus à cet effet.
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...