Summary of Contents for Gardener's Choice GSC400
- Page 1 PREMIUM CUT 4 STROKE LAWNMOWER Please read this instruction manual carefully before operating your new GSC400 Gardener’s Choice Lawnmower.
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Page 2: What You Get With Your Gardener's Choice Mower
Congratulations on choosing a Gardener’s Choice mower. Thank you for purchasing a Gardener’s Choice 4-stroke lawnmower. We’re sure that you’ll enjoy many years of trouble-free performance, plus you have the reassurance of an industry-leading 2-year domestic warranty as outlined on page 15. Inside this guide you will find out all you need to know to correctly operate your new Gardener’s Choice Premium Cut mower. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents. What you get with your Gardener’s Choice mower............2 Tips on mower safety ....................4 Cutting height adjustment ................... 6 Assembling the catcher ....................6 Before you begin ......................7 Starting the engine ..................... 9 Basic maintenance made easy ................. 10 Technical specifications .................... 12 Fast trouble shooting ....................13 Mower features ...................... -
Page 4: Tips On Mower Safety
Tips on mower safety. WARNING! The information contained within this safety section is extremely important. Personal injury to the user and to others may result if this section is not read and acted upon at all times. 1. B efore starting your mower inspect it carefully to ensure that there are no loose parts and that it is in good working order. - Page 5 10. Do not fill the tank, or start the lawnmower indoors, or in a poorly ventilated area, as exhaust gases contain poisonous substances and petrol fumes are flammable and dangerous. 11. A lways use unleaded petrol not more than 3 months old. Fill the tank using a funnel, but never completely. Clean up any overflow or splashes before starting. 12. To inspect the underside of your mower, only tilt the lawnmower to your right when standing behind it (this is the side where the exhaust is near the ground) otherwise oil may leak into inappropriate areas of the engine.
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Page 6: Cutting Height Adjustment
Cutting height adjustment. WARNING! Turn mower off before adjusting cutting height lever. Your lawnmower’s height adjustment is positioned on the rear right side. There is a single 10-position lever that adjusts all four wheels at the same time. The lower the level, the shorter the cut. For very thick or moist grass, you should select a higher setting than usual to avoid clogging and stalling the lawnmower under the extra cutting load. -
Page 7: Before You Begin
Before you begin. WARNING! The following procedures must be carried out before you start the engine of your lawnmower. 1. Fill oil sump with oil. The mower is NOT supplied with oil in the engine, however, a container with the correct amount of oil (600ml) is supplied. It is essential that this is added before starting the engine for the first time. - Page 8 2. Fill fuel tank with unleaded petrol. Petrol is highly flammable so extreme caution must be taken when handling it. Always store petrol in approved containers and you must ensure that you use fresh petrol that is less than three months old. Do not mix oil with petrol. To put petrol in the fuel tank, firstly remove the warning label from under the petrol cap. It’s best to fill the tank using a clean funnel, but never fill it completely.
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Page 9: Starting The Engine
Starting the engine. WARNING! Keep hands, feet, and clothing well away from moving parts, the exhaust, and the engine cowling. Refer to ‘Tips on mower safety’ on pages 4 and 5 for more information. 1. M ake sure that your mower is on a safe, flat area (a paved area or path is ideal – avoid thick wet grass and gravel surfaces) to make starting safe. Move the throttle control lever located on the handle to the ‘Cold Start’... -
Page 10: Basic Maintenance Made Easy
Basic maintenance made easy. WARNING! If your mower is not serviced correctly, you could reduce your mower’s ability to operate and void warranty. 1. Spark plug. Firstly, wait until the engine has cooled before disconnecting the spark plug cover and then removing the spark plug with the box spanner supplied. If it is dirty, you can clean the plug with a wire brush. - Page 11 3. Oil changing. Gardener’s Choice recommends that you change your oil at least once a year. Also check your oil level before mowing every time to ensure that the engine is being fully protected. Gardener’s Choice mowers run on SAE30 engine oil. 4. Using and storing petrol. After three months, unleaded petrol begins to break down and may make your lawnmower difficult to start. If during the colder months you have not mowed in a while, you should drain the remaining fuel and replace with fresh unleaded.
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Page 12: Technical Specifications
5. Blades and cutting system. Extreme care should be taken with blades. Ensure the mower is off and the spark plug lead disconnected from the spark plug, to prevent accidental ignition. Remove the catcher and set the cutting height lever to the highest level, and then hold up the rear flap in order to inspect your blades. Check every few months to make sure they are not damaged, loose, or overly worn. -
Page 13: Fast Trouble Shooting
Fast trouble shooting Often, a depleted, loose, or dirty spark plug is responsible for a mower not being able to start, but there can be a number of other reasons. Refer below to the list of potential problems you may encounter, along with suggested remedies. For servicing and all warranty work, contact your local Authorised Gardener’s Choice Dealer. Problem Likely cause Suggested remedy Throttle lever not set properly Set to ‘Cold Start’ for cold or a little lower when warm Out, or almost out, of fuel Fill tank with unleaded petrol Spark plug depleted... -
Page 14: Mower Features
Mower features. Handle assembly Petrol cap Throttle control lever Height adjustment lever Warning labels Petrol tap Grass catcher Oil filler Handle tightening knob Spark plug cap Grass discharge flap Gardener’s Choice Premium Cut User Guide... -
Page 15: Warranty Conditions
Warranty conditions Please note that your warranty is affected by terms and conditions. Read on to fully understand what is covered by the warranty and what is not covered. Those items not covered by the warranty are the responsibility of the owner and any repairs will be at the owner’s expense. The warranty does not affect your statutory rights or remedies as outlined in applicable consumer legislation. -
Page 16: Contact Us
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