Mr.Bricolage Lawn Mower MBA11572 MBA11572H Instructions Manual

							CARACTERISTIQUES TECHNIQUES39FR
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Installation électrique .............................. 12 V
Batterie .................................................. 18 Ah
Pneus avant ....................................... 11 x 4-4
Pneus arrière ......................................15 x 6-6
Pression de gonflage avant ..................1,5 bar
Pression de gonflage arrière .. ............. 1,0 bar
Poids total ................................. 159 ÷ 168 kg
Diamètre interne du braquage
(diamètre minimum de la zone
non tondue) ........................................... 1,4 m
Hauteur de coupe ............................. 3 ÷ 8 cm
Largeur de coupe ................................. 71 cm
Capacité du bac
de ramassage .................................. 170 litres Vitesse de déplacement (indicative) à 3000
min
-1:
en 1ère....................................... 1,5 km/h
en 2ème...................................... 2,7 km/h
en 3ème...................................... 4,0 km/h
en 4ème...................................... 4,5 km/h
en 5ème....................................... 6,8 km/h
en Marche arrière ....................... 2,0 km/h
Vitesse de déplacement (à 3000 min
-1):
en Marche avant  ................. 0 ÷ 8,6 km/h
en Marche arrière ................ 0 ÷ 3,2 km/h
➤Transmission hydrostatique:
➤Transmission mécanique:
9. CARACTERISTIQUES TECHNIQUES 
						

							Dear Customer,
We thank you for having purchased our riding mower and hope that it will fully meet all
your expectations.
This manual has been compiled in order that you may get to know your machine and
to be able to use it safely and efficiently. Don’t forget that the manual forms an integral
part of the machine so keep it handy so that it can be consulted at any \
time, and pass
it on to the purchaser if you resell the machine.
Your new machine has been designed and made in line with current regulations, and is
safe and reliable if used for cutting and collecting grass observing the indicatio\
ns given
in this manual (proper usage). Using the machine in any other way or ignoring the
instructions for safe usage, maintenance or repair, is considered  incorrect usage
which will invalidate the guarantee, and the manufacturer will decline all responsibility,
placing the blame with the user for damage or injury to himself or other\
s in such cases.
If you should find any slight differences between the description and your own
machine, bear in mind that, since there are continual improvements to the product,
information contained in this manual may be modified without prior warning and with-
out the obligation to update it, although the essential safety and funct\
ion characteris-
tics will remain unaltered. In case of any doubts, do not hesitate to contact your Retail-
er or a Licensed Service Centre.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
This manual gives all the necessary instructions for using the machine a\
nd carrying out
basic maintenance.
Any adjustments or maintenance operations not described in this manual m\
ust
be carried out by your Dealer or a specialized Service Centre. Both have the nec-
essary knowledge and equipment to ensure that the work is done correctly with-
out affecting the safety of the machine.
If you wish, you can ask your dealer to prepare a maintenance programme person-
alised to your needs. This will help you keep your new purchase in peak performance
and maintain its value over time.
INTRODUCTION1EN
INTRODUCTION 
						

							1. SAFETY........................................................................\
.......................................... 3
Regulations for using the machine safely
2.  IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND PARTS .............................................. 7
Explanations on how to identify the machine and its main parts
3. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ........................................................................\
..... 9
Explanations on how to remove the packing and on how to assemble 
separated parts
4. COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS ................................................. 12
Position and functions of all the controls
5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE ........................................................................\
..... 16
Provides indications for working efficiently and safely
5.1 Directions before starting ........................................................................\
....... 16
5.2 Starting and moving ........................................................................\
............... 18
5.3 Grass cutting ........................................................................\
.......................... 21
5.4 Cleaning and storage ........................................................................\
............. 25
6. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................\
............................ 27
All the information for maintaining the machine in peak efficiency
6.1 Safety recommendations ........................................................................\
....... 27
6.2 Access to mechanical parts ........................................................................\
... 27
6.3 Programmed maintenance ........................................................................\
..... 28
6.4 Checks and adjustments ........................................................................\
....... 30
6.5 Dismantling and replacement ........................................................................\
 31
6.6 Information for Service Centres ..................................................................... 33
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................\
.................. 35
A help in quickly resolving any problems
8. ACCESSORIES ON REQUEST ........................................................................\
... 38
A description of the accessories available for particular types of work
9. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................\
........................ 39
A summary of the main specifications of your machine 
TABLE OF CONTENTS2EN
TABLE OF CONTENTS 
						

							A) TRAINING
1) Read the instructions carefully. Be fami-
liar with the controls and the proper use of
the equipment. Learn how to stop the
engine quickly.
2) Only use the machine for the purpose for
which it was made, that is, the cutting and
collection of grass. Any use not specifically
indicated in the Operator’s Manual can be
dangerous and result in damage to the
machine, and will also result in the annulling
of the warranty and the manufacturer
declining all responsibility.
3) Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the machine.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.4) Never use the machine:
– when people, especially children, or pets
are nearby.
– if the operator has taken medicine or sub- stances that can affect his ability to react
and concentrate.
5) Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occur-
ring to other people or their property. 
6) Do not carry passengers.
7) The operator of a machine must carefully
follow the driving instructions, particularly:
– the need for care and concentration when using machines;
– that control of a machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the applica-
tion of the brake. 
The main reasons for loss of control are:
HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
This manual describes both mechanically and hydrostatically driven machines, as well
as versions including equipment and accessories that may not be availabl\
e in your
area.
The symbol 
highlights all differences in usage and is followed by the indication
of the type of drive or version to which it refers.
Some paragraphs in the manual contain information of particular importan\
ce and
these are highlighted at various levels of emphasis, and signify the following:
or These give details or further information
on what has already been said, and are aimed at preventing damage to the machine or
causing damage.
Non-observance will result in the risk of injury to oneself or
others.
Non-observance will result in the risk of serious injury or
death to oneself or others.
SAFETY REGULATIONS Read carefully before using the machine.
!WARNING!
!DANGER!
!WARNING!
IMPORTANTNOTE
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							– insufficient wheel grip;
– being driven too fast;
– inadequate braking;
– the type of machine is unsuitable for itstask;
– lack of awareness of the effect of ground conditions, especially slopes;
8) The machine is equipped with a series of
safety microswitches and devices which
must never be removed, altered or tampe-
red with. Removing these devices invalida-
tes the warranty and the manufacturer
declines any responsibility. 
B) PREPARATION
1) While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals.
2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
objects which may be thrown by the
machine (stones, sticks, metal wire, bones,
etc.)
3) WARNING: DANGER! - Engine fuel is
highly flammable:
– store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;
– refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do not smoke while refuelling or whene-
ver handling the fuel;
– add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add
fuel while the engine is running or when
the engine is hot;
– if fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
area of spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until the fuel has evapora-
ted and the fumes dispersed;
– replace caps of all fuel tanks and contain- ers securely.
4) Replace faulty silencers.
5) Before using, always carry out a visual
inspection, particularly of the blade, seeing
that the screws and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace a worn or dama-
ged blade and screws as a set to preserve
balance.
6) Before mowing, attach the discharge
opening guards (grass-catcher or stone-
guard).
C) OPERATION
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
3) Avoid operating the equipment in wet
grass, where feasible.
4) Before starting the engine, disengage the
blade, shift the gear lever (
for mechanical
drive models) or the speed change lever (
for hydrostatic drive models ) into neutral
and engage the parking brake.
5) Do not use on slopes of more than 10°
(17%).
6) Remember there is no such thing as a
“safe” slope. Travel on grass slopes requires
particular care. To guard against overturn-
ing:
– it is advisable to use a front counter- weight (supplied on request);
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;
– engage clutch slowly, always keep the machine in gear ( for mechanical drive
models) or engage the speed change
lever slowly both for forward and reverse
movement ( for hydrostatic drive mo-
dels), especially when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope.
7) Stop the blade rotating and put the cut-
ting deck into the highest position before
crossing surfaces other than grass. 
8) Never use the machine to cut grass if the
guards are defective, or without the stone-
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SAFETY4EN 
						

							guard and/or grass-catcher in place.
9) Do not change the engine governor set-
tings or overspeed the engine.
10) Before leaving the operator’s position:
– disengage the blade;
– change into neutral (or mechanical
drive models) or make sure that the speed
change lever has returned to the neutral
position ( or hydrostatic drive models )
and engage the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
11) Disengage the blade, stop the engine
and remove key:
– before carrying out any work beneath the cutting deck or unclogging the collector
channel;
– before checking, cleaning or working on machine;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the
machine;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (immediately check and remove the
cause of the vibration).
12) Disengage the blade when transporting
or not in use. Disengage the blade and wait
for it to stop before emptying the grass-
catcher.
13) Stop the engine and disengage the
blade:
– before refuelling;
– every time the grass-catcher is removed or replaced.
14) Reduce the throttle setting before stop-
ping the engine and turn the fuel off at the
conclusion of mowing, following the instruc-
tions in the manual.
15) Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition. Regular maintenance is essential
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for safety and for maintaining performance
levels.
2) Never store the equipment with fuel in
the tank inside a building where fumes may
reach a flame or a spark or a source of
extreme heat.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in
an enclosed space.
4) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the
engine, exhaust silencer, battery compart-
ment and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease. Always empty
the grass-catcher and do not leave garden
rubbish containers inside a room.
5) Frequently check the stone-guard, the
grass-catcher and the air intake grill for
wear and deterioration. Replace if damaged.
6) For reasons of safety, do not use equip-
ment with worn or damaged parts. Parts are
to be replaced and not repaired. Use genu-
ine spare parts (the blade should always
bear the symbol   ). Parts which are not of
an equivalent quality can damage the equip-
ment and may adversely affect your safety.
7) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this
should be done outdoors and when the
engine is cool.
8) Wear strong work gloves when removing
and reassembling the blade.
9) Check the blade’s balance after sharpen-
ing.
10) When the machine is to be parked,
stored or left unattended, lower the cutting
deck.
11) The ignition key must never be left
inserted in the machine, or where children
or persons not familiar to the machine may
reach it. Before any maintenance or repair,
remove the ignition key.
E) TRANSPORTING
1) If the machine is transported on a truck or
trailer, lower the cutting deck, engage the
parking brake and fasten the machine
securely with ropes, cables or chains to the
hauling device.
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							SAFETY DECALS
Your machine must be used with care. Therefore, decals have been placed on the
machine, to remind you pictorially of the main precautions to take during use. These
decals are to be considered an integral part of the machine.
If a decal should fall off or become illegible, contact your retailer to replace it. Their
meaning is explained below.
SAFETY6EN
Warning:Read Operator’s
Manual before operating this
machine.
Warning: Disconnect the
ignition key and read the
instructions before carrying
out any repair or maintenance
work.
Danger! Ejected objects:
Do not operate without either
stone-guard or grass-catcher
in place.
Danger! Dismember-
ment: Make sure that
children stay clear of the
machine all the time
when engine is running.
Danger! Ejected objects:
Keep bystanders away
Danger! Machine
rollover: 
Do not use
this machine on slopes
greater then 10°.
Avoid injury from getting caught in belt: Do not operate the
machine without shields in place. Stay clear of belts.
Risk of being cut.  Blade in movement. Do not insert hands or feet
inside the blade housing. 
						

							IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE
The plate located under the driver’s seat has
the essential data and serial number of each
machine (6).
1.Acoustic power level according
to directive 2000/14/CE
2. Conformity mark according
to directive 98/37/EEC
3. Year of manufacture
4. Operating engine speed in r.p.m
(if indicated)
5. Type of machine
6. Serial number
7. Weight in kgs
8. Name and address of Manufacturer
9. Type of transmission (if indicated)
10. Article Code
IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
Various main components can be seen on the machine, and these have the fo\
llowing
functions:
11. Cutting deck: this is the guard enclosing the rotating blade.
12. Blade: this is what cuts the grass. The wings at the ends help convey the cut
grass towards the collector channel.
13. Collector channel: this is the part connecting the cutting deck to the grass-
catcher. 
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2. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND PARTS
Write your machine’s serial number here
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							14. Grass-catcher:as well as collecting the grass cuttings, this is also a safety ele-
ment in that it stops any objects drawn up by the blade from being thrown outside
of the machine.
15. Stone-guard or deflector: this can be fitted in place of the grass-catcher and
prevents objects drawn up by the blade from being thrown outside of the
machine.   
16. Engine: this moves the blade and drives the wheels. It is fully described in a s\
pe-
cific booklet.
17. Battery: provides the energy for starting the engine. It is fully described in a spe-
cific booklet.
18. Driver seat: this is where the machine operator sits. It has a sensor for detecting
the presence of the operator which is a safety device.
19. Decals for regulations and safety: give reminders on the main provisions for
working safely, each of which is explained in chapter 1.
20. Access hatch: gives easy access to the spark plug, the fuel cock, and the fixing
nut for the engine cover.
21. Air intake grill: helps air to flow inside the cutting deck and prevents objects from
being thrown out at the front.
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