Viking Lawn Mower MF 440, MF 460, MF 480 Instructions Manual

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DEUTSCHDE
Bei extrem hoher Belastung oder bei hoher Umge-
bungstemperatur das Öl häufiger wechseln, alle 25 
Betriebsstunden oder mindestens einmal pro Sai-
son.
Den Ölwechsel vornehmen, solange der Motor 
warm ist. Nur Qualitätsöl verwenden (Servicek-
lasse SF, SG oder SH). 
Das Motoröl kann sehr heiß sein, wenn 
es direkt nach der Benutzung der 
Maschine abgelassen wird. Daher den 
Motor vor dem Ablassen des Öls einige 
Minuten abkühlen lassen.
Ölablassschraube herausdrehen (Abb. 8). Sie be-
findet sich an der linken Motorseite (von hinten 
gesehen).
Das Öl in einem Gefäß auffangen. Entsorgen 
Sie das Altöl und die alten Filter vorschrift-
smäßig bei Altöl-Annahmestellen. Vorsicht – 
kein Öl auf die Keilriemen verschütten.
Die Ölablassschraube wieder eindrehen. 
Den Ölmessstab herausnehmen und neues Öl bis 
zur Markierung “FULL” einfüllen.
Ölmenge: 1,4 Liter
Ölsorte Sommer (> 4° C): SAE-30
(SAE 10W-30 kann auch verwendet werden. Bei 
dieser Sorte kann jedoch der Verbrauch etwas an-
steigen. Deshalb ist bei  Verwendung dieser Ölsorte 
der Ölstand etwas häufig er zu kontrollieren).
Ölsorte Winter (< 4° C): SAE 5W-30
(falls dieses Öl nicht er hältlich ist, SAE 10W-30 
verwenden).
Dem Öl keine Zusätze beimischen.
Nicht zuviel Öl einfülle n. Dies könnte den Motor 
überhitzen. 
LUFTFILTER - MOTOR
Den Vorfilter einmal pro  Jahr oder alle 25 Betrieb-
sstunden reinigen, je nachdem, was zuerst eintrifft.
Den Papierfilter einmal  pro Jahr oder alle 100 
Betriebsstunden reinigen, je nachdem, was zuerst 
eintrifft.
ACHTUNG! Wenn die Maschine unter staubigen 
Bedingungen eingesetzt wird, beide Filter häufiger 
reinigen.
1. Den Luftfilterdeckel entfernen (Abb. 10). 
2. Papierfilter und Vorfilte r (Schaumstofffilter) de- montieren. Vorsichtig arbeiten, damit kein 
Schmutz in den Vergaser gelangt. Das Luftfilterge-
häuse reinigen.
3. Neuen Vorfilter und Pa
trone fest in die Grund-
platte legen.
4. Papierfilter folgendermaßen reinigen: Filter le-
icht gegen eine ebene Fläche klopfen. Wenn der 
Papierfilter sehr schmut zig ist, sollte er aus-
gewechselt werden.
5. Den Luftfilter in umgekehrter Reihenfolge 
wieder zusammensetzen.
Zur Reinigung des Papierfilters dürfen keine Lö-
sungsmittel wie z. B.  Petroleum verwendet wer-
den. Diese Lösungsmittel  zerstören den Filter.
Zur Reinigung des Papierfilters keine Druckluft 
benutzen. Der Papierfilter darf nicht eingeölt wer-
den. 
ZÜNDKERZE
Die Zündkerze alle 100 Betriebsstunden oder ein-
mal pro Saison austauschen. Hierzu befindet sich 
im Zubehörbeutel ein Zündkerzenschlüssel A und 
ein Drehstift B.
Der Motorhersteller empfiehlt: 
Champion RC12YC
Korrekter Elektrodenabsta nd: 0,75 mm (Abb. 11).
KÜHLLUFTEINLASS - MOTOR
Der Motor ist luftgekühlt. Verstopfungen im Kühl-
system schaden dem Motor. Den Motor alle 100 
Betriebsstunden oder mindestens einmal pro Jahr 
reinigen.
Das Gebläsegehäuse abnehmen. Die Kühlflansche 
des Zylinders, das Gebläse und das rotierende 
Schutzgitter (Abb. 12) reinigen. Wenn sehr 
trockenes Gras gemäht wird, häufiger reinigen. 
BATTERIE
Bei der Batterie handelt es sich um ein ventilgest-
euertes Modell mit 12 V Nennspannung. Die Bat-
terie ist komplett wartungsfr ei. Es ist weder eine 
Messung des Elektrolytfüllstands noch ein Nach-
füllen erforderlich (Abb. 13).
Bei Lieferung befindet sich  die Batterie im Zube-
hörkarton. 
						

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DE
Vor ihrer ersten Verwendung ist die 
Batterie vollständig aufzuladen. Sie ist 
darüber hinaus stet
s in voll geladenem 
Zustand zu lagern. Wenn die Batterie 
völlig entladen gelagert wird, kann sie 
bleibende Schäden davontragen. 
Wenn die Maschine für einen längeren Zeitraum 
nicht verwendet wird (mehr als 1 Monat), muss die 
Batterie geladen und anschließend in isoliertem 
Zustand an einem kühlen und sicheren Ort ver-
wahrt werden. Laden Sie die Batterie vor einem er-
neuten Einsatz vollständig auf.
Die Batterie kann auf zwei Arten geladen werden:
1. Man kann den Motor zum Aufladen der Batterie  nutzen. Dabei ist es sehr wichtig, vor allem 
beim ersten Start und wenn die Maschine län-
gere Zeit nicht benutzt wurde, dass man den 
Motor mindestens 45 Minuten lang ununterbro-
chen laufen lässt.
2. Über ein Batterieladege rät. Es muss ein Lade-
gerät mit einer konstanten Spannung sein. Bei 
Verwendung eines Standardladegeräts (für 
Säurebatterien) kann die Batterie beschädigt 
werden.
Die Batteriepole dürfen nicht kurzge-
schlossen werden. Dadurch kann es zu 
Funkenbildung und Bränden kommen. 
Tragen Sie keinen Metallschmuck, der 
mit den Batteriepolen in Kontakt kom-
men kann.
Bei Beschädigungen von Batteriege-
häuse, Abdeckung, Polen oder Ein-
griffen in die Ventilabdeckleisten ist die 
Batterie zu wechseln.
Oxidierte Batteriepole müssen gereinigt werden. 
Dazu eine Stahlbürste verwenden und die Pole mit 
Fett einschmieren.
SCHMIERUNG - FAHRGESTELL
Die Maschine hat an der  Hinterachse drei Schmi-
ernippel, die alle 25 Betriebsstunden mit Univer-
salfett zu schmieren sind (Abb. 14).
Die Lenkseilzüge und die Lenkkette ein paarmal 
pro Saison mit Universalfett schmieren.
Alle Kunststofflager einige Mal pro Saison mit 
Universalfett schmieren. 
Die Spannarmgelenke einige Male pro Saison mit 
Motoröl schmieren. Einige Male pro Saison etwas Motoröl auf beide 
Enden der Seilzüge tropfen.
MF 440: 
Das Getriebe ist bei Lieferung mit Öl (SAE 80W-
90) gefüllt. Wenn sie nicht geöffnet wird (was nur 
durch einen Fachmann erfolgen darf), braucht nor-
malerweise kein Öl nachgefüllt zu werden. 
MF 460, MF 480: 
Das hydrostatische Getriebe ist bei Lieferung mit 
Öl (10W-40) gefüllt. Wenn es nicht geöffnet wird 
(was nur durch einen Fachmann erfolgen darf) und 
wenn kein Leck vorhanden ist, braucht normaler-
weise kein Öl nachgefüllt zu werden. Das Getrie-
beöl muss normalerweise nicht gewechselt 
werden.
LENKSEILZÜGE
Die Lenkseilzüge erstmalig nach 2 – 3 Betriebss-
tunden nachstellen, dann 
alle 25 Betriebsstunden.
Die Seilzüge durch Anziehen der Mutter spannen 
(Abb. 15). WICHTIG Di e Schraubenden der Len-
kseilzüge bei der Einstellung festhalten, damit sich 
die Seilzüge nicht drehen können. Hierzu einen 
Maulschlüssel oder Stellschlüssel an den 
Schraubenden verwenden.
Die Seilzüge so nachstellen, dass kein Spiel mehr 
vorhanden ist.
Nach dem Nachstellen das Lenkrad in beide Rich-
tungen bis zum Anschlag drehen. Kontrollieren, 
dass die Kette sich nicht in der Seilrolle und die 
Seilzüge sich nicht im Lenkungsritzel verfangen. 
Die Seilzüge nicht zu stark spannen. Die Lenkung 
ist dann schwergängig und der Verschleiß der 
Seilzüge nimmt zu. 
						

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GENERAL
This symbol indicates WARNING. Per-
sonal 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” careful-
ly, before starting up the machine.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols appear on the machine. 
They are there to remind you of the care and atten-
tion required in use.
This is what the symbols mean:
Warning!
Read the instruction manual and the safety 
manual before using the machine.
Warning!
Watch out for discarded objects. Keep on-
lookers away.
Warning!
Always wear hearing protectors.
Warning!
This machine is not designed to be driven 
on public roads.
The machine, equipped with original ac-
cessories, may not be driven on slopes 
greater than 10º in any direction.
Warning!
Risk of burn injuries. Do not touch the si-
lencer. 
CONTROLS AND 
INSTRUMENTS
Items 1 - 11, see figures 1 - 3.
1. IMPLEMENT LIFTER
A pedal for raising front-mounted implement to 
the transport position. 
To lift up the implement, press the pedal down as 
far as it will go. Then release the pedal, the imple-
ment lifter is now locked in the raised position.
To lower the implement, press the pedal down so 
that the lock is released. Lower the implement lift-
er to the working position by slowly lifting your 
foot from the pedal.
2A. SERVICE BRAKE/CLUTCH 
(MF 440)
A pedal that combines both service brake and 
clutch. There are 3 positions:
1. Pedal released – forward drive 
engaged. The machine will 
move if a gear is engaged. Serv-
ice brake not activated.
2. Pedal depressed halfway – 
forward drive disengaged, gear 
shifting can be performed. Serv-
ice brake not activated.
3. Pedal fully depressed – for-
ward drive disengaged. Service 
brake fully activated.
NOTE! You must never regulate the operating 
speed by slipping the clutch. Use a suitable gear in-
stead, so that the right speed is obtained.
2B. SERVICE BRAKE 
(MF 460, MF 480)
A pedal that acts on the machine’s braking system. 
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1. Pedal released – service brake 
not activated.
2. Pedal depressed halfway – 
forward drive disengaged. Serv-
ice brake not activated.
3. Pedal fully depressed – for-
ward drive disengaged. Service 
brake fully activated.
3. PARKING BRAKE
An inhibitor that can lock the brake pedal in the de-
pressed position. 
Depress the brake pedal fully. Move the 
inhibitor to the right and then release the 
brake pedal.
The parking brake is released by pressing the brake 
pedal. The spring-loaded inhibitor slides to one 
side. 
Make sure that the parking brake is released when 
operating the machine. 
4. DRIVE PEDAL (MF 460, MF 480)
A pedal that activates the variable transmission.
1. Depress the pedal with the 
ball of your foot – the machine 
moves forwards.
2. No load on the pedal – the ma-
chine is stationary.
3. Depress the pedal with your 
heel – the machine reverses.
The drive pedal regulates the speed. The more 
pressure applied, the faster the machine will move.
5. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL
A control for setting the engine speed and to choke 
the engine when starting from cold.
1. Choke – for starting a cold engine. The 
choke is located at the very front of 
groove. Avoid operating the machine in 
this position, taking care to move the con-
trol to full throttle (see below) when the 
engine is warm.
2. Full throttle – when the machine is in 
operation, full throttle should always be 
used.3. Idling.
6. IGNITION LOCK
Ignition lock used for starting/stopping the engine. 
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 en-
gine has started, let the key return to oper-
ating position 2/3.
7. GEAR STICK (MF 440)
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 imme-
diately, release the clutch pedal and then press it in 
once again. Engage the gear once again. Never 
force a gear in. 
8. POWER TAKE-OFF 
(MF 440, MF 460)
A lever for engaging and disengaging the power 
take-off for operating cutting decks and front-
mounted accessories. 
There are two positions:
1.Forward position – power take-off dis-
engaged.
2. Backward position – power take-off en-
gaged.
9. POWER TAKE-OFF (MF 480)
Switch for engaging/disengaging the electromag-
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and front-mounted accessories. Two positions:
1. Press the right part of the switch – the 
power take-off is engaged. The symbol 
will light up.
2. Press the left part of the switch – the 
power take-off is disengaged. 
10. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
(MF 480)
The machine is equipped with a control for using 
the cutting deck with electrical cutting height ad-
justment (available as an accessory).
The switch is used to adjust the cutting 
height in continuously variable positions. 
The contact used for connecting the cutting deck is 
mounted on the right side, in front of the front 
wheel (fig. 9).
11. DISENGAGING LEVER 
(MF 460, MF 480)
A lever for disengaging the variable transmission. 
Enables the machine to be moved by hand without 
the help of the engine. Two positions:
1. Lever pressed in – transmis-
sion engaged for normal opera-
tion.
2. Lever pulled out – transmis-
sion 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 dam-
aged. 
AREAS OF USE
The machine may only be used for the following 
tasks using the genuine accessories stated.
1. Mowing
With cutting deck AMM 436, AMM 442 or 
AME 442 (MF 480). 
2. Snow clearance
With snow blade ASS 447. Snow chains 
ASK 416 and frame weights AMG 135 recom-
mended.
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 insur-
ance company.
NOTE! This machine is not intended to be driven 
on public roads.
STARTING AND OPERATION
ENGINE CASING
To inspect and maintain the engine and battery, re-
move the engine casing. The engine must not be 
running when the casing is removed. 
Dismantling:
1. Fold up both casing locks at the rear edge 
(fig. 4).
2. Pull the engine casing back a little first. Then lift 
it off.
Assembly:
1. Fold the seat forward.
2. Align the casing’s upper, front pins with the 
slots in the front engine casing (fig. 5). Leave ap-
prox. 2 cm clearance. 
3. Guide both conical side pins into the holes in the 
front engine casing. Then press the entire casing 
forwards.
5. Finally fold down both casing locks (fig. 4.)
The machine may not be operated un-
less the engine casing is mounted. Risk 
of burns and crushing injuries.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Always use lead-free petrol. You must never use 2-
stroke petrol mixed with oil (fig. 6).
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 pet-
rol. 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.  
						

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Only fill or top up with petrol outdoors, 
and never smoke when filling or top-
ping up. Fill 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 the entire filler tube plus 1 
- 2 cm at the top of the tank) to allow the petrol to 
expand when it warms up without overflowing. 
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
On delivery, the crankcase is filled with SAE 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. Un-
screw 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. 7).
SAFETY SYSTEM
This machine is equipped with a safety system that 
consists of: 
- a switch on the gear lever (only MF 440).
- a switch on the brake pedal (only MF 460, 
MF 480). 
- a switch in the seat bracket (all).
In order to start the machine, the following are nec-
essary: 
- gear lever in neutral (applies to MF 440).
- brake pedal pressed down. 
- driver sitting on seat. 
Always check the operation of the safe-
ty system before using the machine!
With the engine running and the driver sitting on 
the seat, check as follows: 
- select a gear, lift your weight off the seat – the 
engine should stop (applies to MF 440). 
- press the drive pedal so that the machine starts 
to move, release the drive pedal – the machine 
should stop (applies to MF 460, MF 480). 
- engage the power take-off, lift your weight off 
the seat – the power take-off should be disen-
gaged.  Do not use the machine if the safety sys-
tem is not working! Take the machine 
to a service workshop for inspection! 
STARTING ENGINE
1. Open the fuel cock (fig. 6).
2. Make sure that the spark plug cable is properly 
in place.
3. Check to make sure that the power take-off is 
disengaged. 
4a. MF 440:
Put the gear lever in neutral. 
4b. MF 460, MF 480:
Do not keep your foot on the drive pedal. 
5. Starting cold engine – put the throttle control in 
the choke position. Starting 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 ma-
chine work under load immediately, but let the en-
gine run for a few minutes first. This will allow the 
oil to warm up. 
When in use, always operate the engine at full 
throttle.
STOPPING
Disengage the power take-off. Apply the parking 
brake. 
Allow the engine to idle 1 - 2 mins. Stop the engine 
by turning off the starter key.
Shut off the petrol cock. This is particularly impor-
tant if the machine is to be transported on a trailer 
for example.
If the machine is left unattended, re-
move the ignition key. Also remove the 
spark plug cable from the spark plug.
The engine may be very warm immedi-
ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the 
silencer, cylinder or cooling fins. This 
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DRIVING TIPS
Make sure that there is the correct quantity of oil in 
the engine when driving on slopes (oil level on 
“FULL/UPPER”). 
Be careful when driving on slopes. No 
sudden starting or stopping when mov-
ing up or down a slope. Never drive 
across a slope. Move from the top down, 
and from the bottom to the top. 
When driving down slopes the rear 
wheels can lift off the ground. However, 
the cutting deck prevents the machine 
from tipping over forwards.
The machine, equipped with original 
accessories, may not be driven on slopes 
greater than 10º in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when 
making sharp turns to prevent the ma-
chine from tipping over or you losing 
control of the machine.
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 
the seat bracket. Risk of crushing inju-
ries. Never operate the machine without 
the engine casing.
Never drive with the cutting deck in the 
raised position. This damages the deck 
drive belt.  
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
SERVICE PROGRAM
We recommend that an authorised workshop car-
ries out every service. This guarantees that the 
work is performed by trained personnel and with 
genuine spare parts.
PREPARATIONS
Unless otherwise stated, all service and mainte-
nance must be carried out on a stationary machine 
when the engine is not running.
Prevent the machine from rolling by al-
ways applying the parking brake.Prevent unintentional starting of the 
engine by always stopping the engine, 
disconnecting the spark plug cable 
from the spark plug and earthing it. 
Disconnect the negative cable from the 
battery. 
CLEANING
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the en-
gine, silencer/catalytic converter, bat-
tery 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. 
When washing the machine with water under high 
pressure, do not point the jet directly at the trans-
mission.
Do not point jets of water directly at the engine. 
Use a brush or compressed air in order to clean it.
ENGINE OIL
Change engine oil the first time after 5 hours of op-
eration, and subsequently after every 50 hours of 
operation or once a season. 
Change the oil more often (after 25 hours of oper-
ation or at least once a season) if the engine has to 
operate under demanding conditions or if the am-
bient temperature is high.
Change oil when the engine is warm. Always use 
a good grade of oil (service grade SF, SG or SH). 
The engine oil may be very hot if it is 
drained off directly after the engine is 
shut off. So allow the engine to cool a 
few minutes before draining the oil.
Unscrew the oil drain plug (fig. 8). It is situated on 
the left of the engine (machine viewed from the 
rear).
Collect the oil in a collection vessel. Then take 
the oil to a recycling station. Do not allow oil to 
get on the V-belts.
Screw in the oil drain plug. 
Remove the dipstick and fill up with new oil to the 
“FULL” mark.
Oil capacity: 1.4 litres
Oil type, summer (> 4ºC): SAE-30
(SAE 10W-30 can also be used. However, oil con- 
						

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sumption may increase somewhat if 10W-30 is 
used. Therefore, check the oil level more regularly 
if you use this type of oil).
Oil type, winter (< 4ºC): SAE 5W-30 
(if this oil is not available, use SAE 10W-30).
Use oil without any additives.
Do not fill with too much oil. This can cause the 
engine to overheat. 
AIR FILTER - ENGINE
Clean the pre-filter once a year or after every 25 
hours of operation, whichever comes first.
Clean the paper filter insert once a year or after 
every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes 
first.
Note! Both filters should be cleaned more often if 
the machine operates on dusty ground.
1. Remove the protective cover of the air filter (fig. 
10). 
2. Dismantle the paper filter insert and the foam 
pre-filter. Make sure that no dirt gets into the car-
burettor. Clean the air filter housing.
3. Change pre-filter once a year or every 25 hours 
of operation.
4. Clean the paper filter insert as follows: Knock it 
lightly against a flat surface. If the filter is very 
dirty, change it.
5. Assemble in the reverse order.
Petroleum-based solvents such as kerosene may 
not be used for cleaning the paper filter insert. 
These solvents can destroy the filter.
Do not use compressed air for cleaning the paper 
filter insert. The paper filter insert must not be 
oiled. 
SPARK PLUG
Clean the spark plug after every 100 hours of oper-
ation or once a season. For replacing a spark plug, 
a spark plug sleeve A and a torsion pin B are pro-
vided in the accessories bag.
The engine manufacturer recommends:
Champion RC12YC.
Correct spark gap: 0.75 mm (fig. 11).
COOLING AIR INTAKE - ENGINE
The engine is air-cooled. A blocked cooling sys-
tem can damage the engine. The engine should be 
cleaned at least once a year or every 100 hours of 
operation.
Remove the fan casing. Clean the cooling fins on 
the cylinder, the fan and the rotating protective 
grille (fig. 12). Clean more frequently if mowing 
dry grass. 
BATTERY
The battery is a valve-regulated battery with 12 V 
nominal voltage. The battery is completely main-
tenance free. You don’t have to check or top up the 
electrolyte level (fig. 13).
On delivery, the battery is in the accessories box.
The battery must be fully charged be-
fore being used for the first time. The 
battery should always be stored fully 
charged. If the battery is stored while 
totally flat it could sustain permanent 
damage. 
If the machine is not going to be used for an ex-
tended period (more than 1 month), the battery 
should be charged, disconnected and then stored in 
a cool, safe place. Charge the battery completely 
before reinstalling.
The battery can be charged in two ways:
1. You can allow the engine to charge the battery. 
In this case it is very important, above all when 
starting the machine for the first time and when 
it has not been used for a long time, to allow the 
engine to run continuously for at least 45 min-
utes.
2. Via a battery charger. This must be a charger 
with constant voltage. The battery can be dam-
aged if a standard type battery charger (for acid 
batteries) is used.
Do not short circuit the battery’s termi-
nals. 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 covering the valves, the bat-
tery should be replaced.
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should be cleaned. Clean the battery terminals with 
a wire brush and grease them.
LUBRICATION - CHASSIS
The machine has three grease nipples on the rear 
axle which are lubricated with universal grease 
every 25 hours of operation (fig. 14).
Lubricate the steering cables and steering chain 
with universal grease a couple of times per season.
Apply universal grease to all the plastic bearings a 
couple of times per season. 
Apply a coating of engine oil to the tension arm 
joints a couple of times each season.
Apply a few drops of engine oil to both ends of the 
throttle control cables a couple of times a season.
MF 440: 
The transmission is filled with oil (SAE 80W-90) 
on delivery from the factory. If it is not opened 
(which must only be done by a specialist), no top-
ping up of oil should normally be carried out. 
MF 460, MF 480: 
The hydrostatic transmission is filled with oil 
(10W-40) on delivery from the factory. Unless it is 
opened (only to be done by a specialist), and pro-
vided no leakage occurs, no topping up with oil 
should normally be carried out. Transmission oil 
does not normally need to be changed.
STEERING CABLE
The steering cable should be adjusted for the first 
time after the machine has been in operation for 2 
- 3 hours, and then after every 25 hours of opera-
tion.
Tension the steering cable by tightening up the nut 
(fig. 15). Important! The screws in the ends of the 
cable should be held firmly during adjustment so 
that the cable is not twisted. Use an adjustable 
wrench or similar, inserting it in the key handle in 
the ends of the screws.
Adjust the tension until all play is removed.
Once the adjustment is complete, turn the steering 
wheel as far as it will go in either direction. Check 
that the chain does not come into contact with the 
pulley, and that the cables do not become entan-
gled with the steering pinions. 
Do not tension the steering cables too hard. Other-
wise the steering will be heavy and wear and tear 
on the cables will increase. 
						

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FRANÇAISFR
GÉNÉRALITÉS
Ce symbole signifie ATTENTION. Ris-
que de blessure ou de dégât matériel en 
cas de non-respect des instructions.
Avant de démarrer la machine, lire at-
tentivement les instructions ainsi que 
les consignes du fascicule « RÈGLES 
DE SÉCURITÉ » ci-joint. 
SYMBOLES
Les symboles suivants figurent sur la machine. Ils 
attirent votre attention sur les dangers d’utilisation 
et les mesures à respecter.
Explication des symboles :
Attention !
Lire le mode d’emploi et le manuel de 
sécurité avant d’utiliser la machine.
Attention !
Attention aux projections. Travailler à une 
distance suffisante de toute présence.
Attention !
 Porter des protections auditives.
Attention !
Cet engin n’est pas conçu pour circuler sur 
la voie publique. 
 La machine, équipée d’accessoires 
d’origine, ne peut en aucun cas être util-
isée sur des pentes dont l’inclinaison est 
supérieure à 10°.
Attention !
 Risque de brûlure. Ne pas toucher le si-
lencieux. 
RÉGLAGES ET INSTRUMENTS
Articles 1 -11, voir figures 1 -3.
1. DISPOSITIF DE LEVAGE
Pédale destinée à soulever en position de transport 
les accessoires montés à l’avant. 
Pour lever l’accessoire, enfoncer la pédale 
jusqu’en bout de course. Relâcher ensuite la pédale 
pour bloquer le dispositif en position levée.
Pour abaisser l’accessoire, appuyer sur la pédale pour la débloquer. Lever ensuite progressivement 
le pied pour amener doucement l’accessoire en po-
sition de travail.
2A. FREIN DE SERVICE/
EMBRAYAGE (MF 440)
Le frein de service et l’embrayage sont actionnés 
par une seule pédale. Trois positions sont possi-
bles:
1. Pédale relâchée – marche 
avant enclenchée. La machine 
ne bougera pas si une vitesse est 
engagée. Le frein de service 
n’est pas activé.
2. Pédale enfoncée à mi-course – 
la marche avant est désen-
clenchée, on peut changer de vit-
esse. Le frein de service n’est 
pas activé.
3. Pédale enfoncée à fond – 
marche avant désenclenchée. Le 
frein de service est totalement 
activé.
REMARQUE ! Ne pas faire patiner l’embrayage 
pour régler la vitesse de service. Il est préférable de 
sélectionner un rapport adéquat pour atteindre la 
vitesse souhaitée.
2B. FREIN DE SERVICE 
(MF 460, MF 480)
Pédale activant le système de freinage. Trois posi-
tions sont possibles :
1. Pédale relâchée – frein de ser-
vice non activé.
2. Pédale enfoncée jusqu’à mi-
course – marche avant désen-
clenchée. Le frein de service 
n’est pas activé.
3. Pédale enfoncée à fond – 
marche avant désenclenchée. Le 
frein de service est totalement 
activé.
3. FREIN DE STATIONNEMENT
Inhibiteur permettant de bloquer la pédale de frein 
dans la position enfoncée.