MTD 53SPBS Manual De Instrucciones página 13

Operating instructions – Lawnmower with IC engine
Mulching (using the
accessories)
During mowing the grass is cut into
small pieces (approx. 1 cm) and is
left on the ground. A lot of the
nutrients in the cut grass are
retained for the benefit of the lawn.
For the best possible result the
grass must always be kept short,
see also section "Mowing".
Observe the following mulching
instructions:
– Do not mow wet grass.
– Never mow more than 2 cm of
the total grass length.
– Drive slowly.
– Use the maximum engine speed.
– Regularly clean the cutter deck.
Transporting
Short distances by hand
Danger
!
Solid objects may be hit/propelled
by the rotating cutter deck causing
damage.
First stop the engine before moving
it over surfaces other than grass.
When using a vehicle
Danger
!
Before transportation, always stop
the engine and leave to cool down.
Remove the spark plug terminal,
The device must not be tilted when
it is transported.
When transporting the scarifier in
or on a vehicle, ensure that it does
not move around unintentionally.
Empty the fuel tank before
transporting the device. The filler
cap must be closed tightly.
Appliances with collapsible bars:
The steering handle can be

folded down to facilitate storage.
Servicing/cleaning
Danger
!
To protect against injury before all
work on the device
– switch off the engine,
– remove the ignition key (if used),
– wait until all moving parts have
come to a complete stop and
the engine has cooled down,
– remove the spark plug connector
on the engine to prevent the
engine from being accidentally
started,
– observe the additional safety
information in the engine manual.
Danger
!
To protect against injury from the
cutters, have a specialist garage
perform all work such as replacing
or regrinding the cutters (special
tools required).
Caution
When tilting the device, always
ensure that the spark plug is face
up to prevent fuel or oil damaging
the engine.
Note
Regular care ensures a long
service life and fault-free operation.
Inadequate maintenance of your
appliance may lead to safety-
related defects.
Maintenance
Caution
Observe the maintenance
instructions in the engine manual.
At the end of the season, have the
mower inspected and serviced by a
specialist workshop.
Any repairs as well as the
replacement of defective
accumulators or defective fuses
may be carried out by a specialist
workshop only.
Caution
Environmental hazard caused by
engine oil.
After changing the oil, take the
waste oil to a waste oil collecting
point or to a waste disposal
company.
Batteries / accumulators
!
pollute the environment.
Used accumulators do not belong
in domestic waste. Give used
accumulators to your dealer or
other disposal company. Remove
batteries / accumulators before
devices are scrapped.
Note
Observe the inspection and
maintenance intervals in the engine
manual.
Before each operation
Check the oil level and top up as

necessary.
Check all screw fittings for firm

seating, tighten them if
necessary.
Check the safety features.

Check the point of contact of the
clutch:
(only for devices with wheel drive)
– The appliance should not drive
forwards when the engine is
running and when the gear drive
is not engaged.
– The device should drive forwards
when the engine is running and
the gear drive is engaged.
If required, set contact point using

thumb wheel/adjusting nut on the
wheel drive lever (depending on
design on the underside of the
control panel) or Bowden cable.
Note
Adjustments are not possible on
some models.
After the first
2-5 operating hours
Change oil (please see engine

manual enclosed).
Once a season
Change oil (please see engine

manual enclosed).
Lubricate the pivot points and

torsion spring on the ejector
cover.
At the end of the season the

device must be checked and
serviced by a specialist
workshop.
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