Mr.Bricolage Lawn Mower MBA11572 MBA11572H Instructions Manual

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( for hydrostatic drive models)into neutral («N»);
– disengage the blade;
– on slopes, engage the parking brake:
Afterwards:
– put the accelerator lever to «CHOKE», as shown on the label, if th\
e engine is cold. If the engine is already warm, put the lever between «SLOW» and «FAST»;
– put in the key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact, then turn to «START» to start the engine. Release once the engine has started.
When the engine is running, put the accelerator into the...

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The pedal has to be released gradually as a sudden engagement may cause tipping
up and loss of control of the vehicle.
Gradually reach the desired operating speed using the accelerator and gear lever.
To change the gear speed the clutch must be used pushing the pedal down h\
alf
way.
Put the accelerator control between the «SLOW» and «FAST» positions.  Press the
brake pedal to disengage the parking brake and release the pedal.
Move the speed change lever in the «F» direction...

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5.3 GRASS CUTTING
5.3.1 Engaging the blade and forward movement
When you have reached the area to be mowed,
– put the accelerator into the «FAST» position;
– engage the blade by putting the lever into position «B»;
– to begin moving, operate the speed regulation controls taking care to release thepedal very gradually and with particular caution as already described.
Engage the blade with the cutting deck in the highest position, and then\
 gradually
lower to the height...

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If the lawn is cut is less frequently, higher grass and weeds start growing (plus
daisies and clovers, etc.).
2. It is always better to cut the grass when dry.
3. The blades must be in good condition and well sharpened so that the gras\
s is cut
straight without a ragged edge that leads to yellowing at the ends.
4. The engine must run at full speed, both to ensure a sharp cut of the grass and to
get the necessary thrust to push the cuttings through the collector channel.
5. The...

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Take care when beginning forward movement on sloping
ground to prevent the risk of tipping up.
Never ride the machine on slopes in neutral gear or with
the clutch out!  Always engage a low gear before leaving the machine
stopped and unattended.
Move on slopes with the speed change lever in the «N» position, (\
to take advantage
of the hydrostatic units braking effect) and then further reduce the speed using the
brake, if necessary. Never use reverse for reducing speed going...

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5.3.7 Summary of the main conditions whereby the safety devicespermit or stop work
The safety devices work in two ways:
– by preventing the engine from starting if all the safety requirements have not been met;
– stopping the engine if even just one of the safety requirements is lacking. 
a) To start the engine it will be necessary that:
– the transmission is in “neutral”;
– the blade is not engaged;
– the operator is seated or the parking brake is engaged.
b) The engine stops...

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To avoid activating the protection device:
– do not reverse the cables on the battery terminals;
– do not use the machine without its battery or damage may be caused to the charging regulator;
– be careful to not cause short-circuits.
5.3.9 End of mowing
When you have finished mowing, disengage the
blade and ride the machine with the cutting deck
in the highest position.
Stop the machine, engage the parking brake and
turn off the engine by turning the ignition key to
«OFF»....

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5.4.2 Washing the inside of the cutting deck
The machine has to be put on firm ground with the
stone-guard or grass-catcher in position. Washing
the inside of the cutting deck and the collector
channel is done by attaching a water hose to the
connector (1) and running water through for a few
minutes, with:
– the operator seated;
– the engine running;
– the drive in neutral;
– the blade engaged.
When washing, the cutting deck should be in the fully lowered position. Take off...

6.1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONSBefore cleaning or doing maintenance work, take out the
ignition key and read the relevant instructions. Wear adequate clothing and
work gloves whenever your hands are at risk.
Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts. Faulty
or worn-out parts must always be replaced and not repaired. Only use ori\
ginal
spare parts: Parts that are not of the same quality can damage the equip\
ment
and affect your safety and that of others.
Never dispose of used oil, fuel, batteries or...

On closing:
– check that the collector channel (8) is properly fittedonto its support (9) and resting on the right-hand
guide;
– put the lever (3) into the «R» position and lower the cover (1) to the height of the levers (3) and (6);
– first put the lever (6) into its housing followed by lever (3).  Lower the cover in line with the fastening
screw.
When the cover (1) has been
lowered check that:
– he channel exit (8) is correctly lined up with the opening in the rear plate (10) and that it is rest-
ing...