Mountfield Lawn Mower 4155H - 4155H 4WD Instructions Manual

							4155H - 4155H 4WD
8211-0060-10
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USEMODE D’EMPLOI
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1 GENERAL
This symbol indicates WARNING. 
Serious personal injury and/or damage 
to property may result if the 
instructions are not followed carefully.
You must read these instructions for use 
and the accompanying pamphlet 
“SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” 
carefully, before starting up the 
machine.
1.1 SYMBOLSThe following symbols appear on the machine. 
They are there to remind you of the care and 
attention required during use and maintenance.
This is what the symbols mean:Wa r n i n g !
Read the instruction manual and the safety 
manual before using the machine.
Wa r n i n g !
Watch out for discarded objects. Keep 
onlookers away.
Wa r n i n g !
Always wear hearing protectors.
Wa r n i n g !
This machine is not designed to be driven 
on public roads.
Wa r n i n g !
The machine must not be driven in any 
direction on slopes with a gradient greater 
than 10º.
Wa r n i n g !
Risk of crushing injuries. Keep hands and 
feet well away from the articulated steer-
ing joint.
Wa r n i n g !
Risk of burn injuries. Do not touch the 
silencer/catalytic converter. 
1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 Figures
The figures in these instructions for use are 
numbered 1, 2, 3, etc. 
Components shown in the figures are marked A, B, 
C, etc.
A reference to component C in figure 2 is written 
as follows:
“See fig. 2:C.” or simply “(2:C)” 1.2.2 Headings
The headings in these instructions for use are 
numbered in accordance with the following 
example:
“1.3.1 General safety check” is a subheading to 
“1.3 Safety checks” and is included under this 
heading.
When referring to headings, only the number of the 
heading is normally specified. E.g. “See 1.3.1”.
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 GENERAL Please read through these instructions carefully. 
Learn all the controls and the correct use of the 
machine.
 Before use, all drivers must apply for and  receive practical training in the operation of the 
machine. Particular emphasis should be placed 
on the fact that:
a. The use of ride-on lawnmowers requires care 
and concentration.
b. On slopes, it is not possible to control a 
sliding ride-on lawnmower by braking. The 
main reasons for losing control are insufficient 
traction, excessively high speed, insufficient 
braking, the machine not being suited to the 
task, lack of attention to the surface or incorrect 
use as a towing vehicle.
 Never let children or anyone who is not familiar  with these instructions to use the machine. 
Local regulations may impose restrictions as 
regards the age of the driver.
 Never use the machine if others, particularly  children or animals, are in the vicinity.
 Remember that the driver is responsible for  accidents that happen to other people or their 
property.
 Do not let children or other passengers to ride  with you on the machine. They might fall off 
and be seriously injured, or they might prevent 
the machine being driven safely.
 Do not use the machine if you are under the  influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. 
Neither should you use it when you are tired or 
feeling unwell.
2.2 PREPARATIONS Wear strong shoes and long trousers when using the machine. Do not operate it barefoot or 
wearing sandals.
 Wear appropriate clothing when using the  machine. Do not wear loose, hanging clothes, 
jewellery, scarves, ties, etc., which can get 
caught in rotating parts. Tie up long hair. 
						

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 Carefully check the area that is to be cut/cleared of snow. Remove all loose stones, sticks, steel 
wire and other foreign objects which the 
machine could throw out.
 Warning – Petrol is highly inflammable. a. Always store petrol in containers that are 
made especially for this purpose.
b. Only fill or top up with petrol outdoors, and 
never smoke when filling or topping up.
c. Fill with petrol before starting the motor. 
Never remove the filler cap or fill with petrol 
while the engine is running or still warm.
d. If petrol is spilt, do not try to start the engine 
but instead move the machine away from the 
place where the spillage occurred and avoid any 
possible causes of sparks until the petrol fumes 
have evaporated.
e. Do not forget to screw the cap on the petrol 
tank and the storage container after filling.
 Replace faulty silencers.
 Before use, always check that blades and  mounting devices are not worn or damaged. 
Replace worn or damage parts as a set so that 
the correct balance is maintained.
 The battery (on electrically started machines)  gives off explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames 
and cigarettes away. Ensure there is sufficient 
ventilation during charging.
 The battery contains toxic material. Do not  damage the battery casing. If the casing is 
damaged, avoid contact with the content of the 
battery.
 Do not throw out old, defective batteries with  the rubbish. Contact the local authorities for 
correct waste Management.
 Do not short circuit the battery. Sparks occur  which can result in fire.
2.3 DRIVING Start the engine according to the instructions in the user guide. Keep your feet away from the 
blades.
 Do not run the engine in confined areas where  hazardous carbon monoxide gases can collect.
 Only use the machine in daylight or where there  is good lighting.
 Always use hearing protectors.
 Take care when approaching obstacles which  obscure your vision.
 Always keep children away from the machine’s  working area. Get another adult to keep the 
children under supervision.
 Take care when reversing. Look behind you  both before and during reversing to check for 
any obstacles. Look out for small children.
 Disengage the blade(s) and the connection  before starting the engine.  Never have your hands or feet near or under 
rotating parts. Watch out for the blades. Do not 
stand right in front of the discharge opening.
 Avoid using the machine on wet lawns.
 Be careful when driving on slopes. No sudden  starting or stopping when moving up or down a 
slope.
 Release the clutch pedal slowly. Always drive  with the gear engaged, and do not disengage 
when driving down slopes.
 Never cut across a slope. Move from the top  down, and from the bottom to the top.
 Use low acceleration when engaging the drive,  especially in long grass. Reduce the speed on 
slopes and when making sharp turns to prevent 
the machine from tipping over or you losing 
control of the machine.
 Watch out for holes in the ground and other  hidden dangers.
 Do not drive too near ditches or high edges.   The machine can turn over if a wheel drives 
over the edge or the edge breaks.
 Take care when towing and when using heavy  equipment.
a. Only use an approved towing device.
b. Limit the load so that it can be controlled 
safely.
c. Do not make any sudden turns. Take care 
when reversing.
d. Use wheel weights or front weight when 
recommended in the user instructions.
 Look out for traffic at crossings or when driving  near roads.
 Stop the blade(s) when crossing a surface other  than grass during mowing.
 When using any of the accessories, never direct  the discharge at somebody standing beside it, 
and do not allow anyone to stand near the 
machine when it is running.
 Never operate the machine with insufficient  protection or without the safety devices in 
place.
 Existing safety devices may not be  disconnected or disengaged. Check that the 
safety devices work each time before using the 
machine.
 Do not alter the engine’s regulator setting and do  not race the engine. The danger of personal injury 
increases when the engine is run at high revs.
 Do not touch engine components which become  warm during use. Risk of burn injuries.
 Do not leave the driving seat without: a. Disengaging the power take-off and lowering 
the accessories.
b. Putting the gear in neutral and activating the 
parking brake. 
						

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c. Stopping the engine and removing the key.
 Only use accessories that are approved by the  machine’s Manufacturer.
 The machine may not be used without  accessories/tools being installed in the 
machine’s tool mounts. Driving without 
accessories can have a negative effect on the 
stability of the machine.
 Take care when using grass collectors and other  accessories. These can alter the machine’s 
stability. Particularly on slopes.
 Disengage the drive to the accessories, shut off  the engine and disconnect the spark plug cable 
or remove the starter key:
a. To remove sticks and rubbish or when the 
discharge has become clogged.
b. To check, clean or service the machine.
c. To check whether damage has occurred and 
to carry out any repairs before starting and 
using the machine again after a collision with a 
foreign object.
d. To check the machine if it begins to vibrate 
excessively. (Check immediately).
 Disengage the drive to accessories during  transport or when the machine is not in use.
 Shut off the engine and disconnect the drive to  the accessories:
a. Before filling with petrol.
b. Before removing the grass collector.
c. Before adjusting the height setting, assuming 
this cannot be done from the driver’s position.
 Reduce the acceleration when the engine is to  be stopped, and if the engine is equipped with a 
fuel shut-off valve, this should be switched off 
when the work is finished.
 Take care with multiple blade decks as one  rotating blade can cause other blades to rotate. 
 The machine, equipped with original  accessories, must not be driven in any direction 
on slopes with a gradient greater than 10º.
 The cutting deck’s original blade(s) may not be  replaced with non-original devices intended for 
e.g. moss scarification. If such devices are used, 
the guarantee will cease to be valid. There is 
also a risk of serious injury or damage to people 
or property. 
 Take care when unloading and loading the  machine onto a trailer or lorry.
2.4 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Tighten all nuts and screws so that the machine is in safe working condition.
 At regular intervals check that the cutting  deck’s blade screw(s) are properly tightened. 
 Regularly check the operation of the brakes. It  is important to maintain and repair the brakes if 
necessary.   Never store the machine with petrol in the tank 
in buildings where the fumes can come into 
contact with open flames or sparks.
 Allow the engine to cool before placing the  machine in a store.
 To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine,  silencer, battery and petrol tank free from grass, 
leaves and surplus oil.
 Check frequently whether there is any wear or  damage to the grass collector.
 For the sake of safety, replace worn or damaged  parts.
 Always use genuine spare parts. Non-genuine  spare parts can entail a risk of injury, even if 
they fit the machine.
 Replace damaged warning and instruction  stickers.
 If there is no mechanical lock for the transport  position, the cutting deck must be lowered 
when parked, stored or when the machine is left 
unsupervised. 
 If the petrol tank is to be emptied, this must take  place outdoors.
 Store the machine so that children cannot get to it.
2.5 STORAGEEmpty the petrol tank. Start the engine and let it 
run until it stops.
Replace the oil while the engine is still warm. 
Unscrew the spark plug and pour a tablespoonful 
of oil into the cylinder. Rotate the engine a few 
turns to that the oil is distributed in the cylinder. 
Install the spark plug. 
Clean the entire machine. It is particularly 
important to clean under the cutting deck. Touch 
up paint damage to prevent rust.
Store the machine indoors in a dry place.
Machines with an electric starter:
Remove the battery. Store it well charged in a cool 
place (between 0°C and +15°C). 
At the correct storage temperature, the battery 
should be maintenance-charged every four 
months.
The battery acid is extremely corrosive 
and can cause injuries and damage to 
skin and clothing. Always use rubber 
gloves and glasses (goggles) to protect 
your eyes. Avoid inhaling any acid 
vapour.
Do not incline the battery too much so 
that the battery acid can run out onto 
hands or clothing. If this should 
happen, rinse with plenty of water. 
						

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3 ASSEMBLY
To avoid injury and damage to people 
and property, do not use the machine 
until all the measures in this instruction 
have been carried out..
3.1 ACCESSORIES BAGThe machine is supplied with a plastic bag 
containing components which shall be used during 
the assembly. The bag contains (fig. 1):
Pos. No. Designation Dimension
A1 Key
B 1 Spare key
C 2 Tension pin 6 x 36
D 1 Shim washer 16 x 38 x 0.5
E 1 Shim washer 16 x 38 x 1.0
F 2 Shoulder washer
G2 Screw 8 x 20
H 2 Screw knob
I 4 Washer 8.4 x 24 x 1.5
J 1 Drawing plate
K4 Screw 8 x 20
L2 Nut
M 2 Screw for battery
N 2 Nut for battery
3.2 ENGINE CASING (3:L)To fill with fuel and to inspect and maintain the 
engine and battery, open the engine casing. The engine must not be running when 
the casing is opened. 
3.2.1 Opening
1. Raise the seat lock (2:S) and fold the seat  forwards.
2. Pull up the rubber strap at the front edge of the  casing (3:M).
3. Grasp the front edge of the engine casing and  fold up the casing (fig. 4).
3.2.2 Closing
1. Grasp the front edge of the engine casing and  fold down the casing (fig. 4).
2. Secure the front edge of the casing with the  rubber strap (3:M).
The machine may not be operated 
unless the engine casing is closed and 
locked. Risk of burns and crushing 
injuries.
3.3 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 damage to 
the strip covering the valves, the 
battery should be replaced.
The battery is a valve-regulated 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.
After charging the battery must be stored in a cool 
place.
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. 
3.3.1 Charging wi th 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.
3.3.2 Charging usi ng battery charger
When charging using a battery 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 damaged if a standard type 
battery charger is used.