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P1 Petrol Lawn Mower P4600SPE User Manual...
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The safety precautions and warnings are to ensure your safety and protect you from harm or damage to the product. The information contained in this manual was accurate at the time of production, however P1 Power Equipment may make modifications to the product without notification. GENPOWER LTD Isaac Way, London Road,...
Contents Features..............4 Stopping Procedure........30 After Each Use........30 What’s In The Box..........4 Stopping Procedure......30 Symbols On The Machine........5 Specifications...........31 General Safety..........6-17 Troubleshooting..........32 Understand Your Machine.......6 Personal Safety........8-9 Spare Parts............33 Inspect Your Machine......7-8 Engine Safety........8-9 Maintenance And Care......34-45 Work Area..........9 Safety.............34 During Use........10-11 Routine Maintenance......35 Carbon Monoxide........12 Oil............36...
Symbols On The Machine CAUTION! FLAMMABLE Handle carefully. Petrol is flammable. Allow the engine to cool down for at least 2 minutes before refilling the petrol. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Read and understand operator’s DANGER manual before using the machine. Do not use the lawnmower in an Failure to follow instructions could enclosed area.
General Safety WARNING : READ THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. Keep for future reference and pass it on if the machine is loaned or sold to another user. Personal Safety Understand Your Machine • WARNING! You must read these •...
General Safety Inspect Your Machine • Always keep hands and feet away from all pinch points. • Check your machine before starting it. Keep • Do not touch parts that might be hot guards in place and in working order. Make from operation.
General Safety Replace worn out or damaged elements and • Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to bolts in set to preserve balance. ensure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Keep the machine in good operating condition. Operating a machine in poor or Engine Safety questionable condition could result in serious injury.
General Safety • Never pick up or carry the machine while the • If your machine is suitable to work on engine is running. slopes, you must work across the slope and not up and down it. When changing direction, •...
General Safety During Use • The excessive speed of movement or the absence of maintenance have a significant • Always hold the unit with both hands when influence on noise emissions and vibrations. operating. Keep a firm grip on the handlebars. It is necessary to take preventive steps to Be aware that the machine may unexpectedly eliminate possible damage due to high levels...
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General Safety • Before stopping the engine, reduce the throttle setting, if applicable. • Stop the engine before emptying the grass collector or before you change the cutting height. • Always keep a safe distance from the rotary blade, given by the length of the handle. •...
General Safety Carbon Monoxide by leaving the affected area or by opening doors and windows. If safe and practical to do so make sure that the machine is turned off. DANGER DO NOT enter a room you suspect of having carbon monoxide present –...
General Safety have contained fuel. • Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Never remove • ALWAYS keep the work area tidy. the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
General Safety Electrical Safety (Where You must advise the medical staff of the type of acid. Applicable) • Lead/acid battery = dilute sulphuric acid. DANGER! • Nickel/cadmium = potassium hydroxide ELECTRICITY CAN KILL – NEVER WORK alkali electrolyte. ON LIVE/ENERGISED EQUIPMENT. •...
General Safety and blood circulation as well as large and long-lasting impact of shocks are considered factors in the formation of white finger. Note the following to reduce the risk of white finger and carpal tunnel syndrome; • Wear gloves and keep your hands warm. •...
General Safety Personal Protective Equipment Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), MUST be worn at all times when operating or repairing the machine. No protective equipment can ensure 100% protection. When selecting PPE, make sure it’s CE marked and it suits the user in terms of size, fit etc. If more than one item of PPE is worn at the same time, make sure they can be used together, e.g.
- letting yourself be transported by the The P4600SPE has a cutting width of 460mm lawnmower and is powered by a 139cc 4-stroke OHV - using the machine to tow or push loads petrol engine.
Getting Started Assembly Safety Unboxing Safety CAUTION - This guide is meant to serve WARNING! Unboxing and assembling as a quick reference for operating your the machine should be done on a flat, stable machine. We always advise reading the surface with enough room.
Assembly STEP 3 You must read the assembly safety on the previous page before you begin. STEP 1 Secure in place using the large locking wheel and the nut Attach the lower handle to the deck of the mower by inserting two bolts. NOTE - you can STEP 4 select two different handle heights.
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Assembly STEP 5 STEP 8 Gently pull the recoil start handle up to the Set the cutting height to maximum. The height recoil retaining loop. is automatically adjusted for all wheels. STEP 6 STEP 9 Fill the lawnmower with oil and fuel. Instructions on how to do this are on the next page.
Cable Attachment Cable Attachment STEP 3 NOTE - If you are stood behind the lawnmower: OPC Cable: This attaches to the lever in front of the main handlebar and if followed, will attach to the engine. STEP 1 Follow the curve of the cable until the cable lies flat in the handle.
OPC Cable Adjustment OPC Cable Adjustment STEP 3 NOTE - It is necessary as part of routine maintenance to adjust the OPC cable tension to ensure the lawnmower will start correctly. If there is more than 10mm movement in the OPC lever before the cable begins to move, then the OPC cable will require adjustment.
Drive Cable Adjustment Drive Cable Adjustment STEP 3 NOTE - It is necessary as part of routine maintenance to adjust the drive Adjuster cable tension to ensure the lawnmower will self-propel correctly. If there is more than 10mm movement in the drive lever before the cable begins to move, then the drive cable will require adjustment.
Preparation Adding Oil Adding Fuel 1. Place the lawn mower on a flat level surface CAUTION - ALL FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE and unscrew the dipstick. 2. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the ALWAYS fuel and de-fuel in a well ventilated dipstick clean.
Operation Grass Collection Mowing Cut And Drop STEP 1 STEP 1 Lift the rear discharge flap and insert the two Lift the rear discharge flap and remove the plastic plugs into the corresponding holes. mulching plug if installed. STEP 2 STEP 2 Using the hooks on the grass bag, hook the Lower the rear discharge flap and the mower...
Starting Procedure Cold Recoil Start Procedure CAUTION - For OUTDOOR use ONLY. Petrol machines produce carbon monoxide – A poisonous, colourless and odourless gas that NOTE - You MUST ensure the can cause serious injury or death. Petrol is mower has the correct oil and fuel level highly flammable, always handle with extreme before operation.
Starting Procedure Warm Recoil Start Procedure STEP 3 NOTE - You MUST ensure the mower has the correct oil and fuel level before operation. STEP 1 Pull the Operator Presence Control (OPC) lever towards the main handle. STEP 4 Make sure the blade is free of long grass and the cutting height is set to maximum.
Starting Procedure Cold Electric Start Procedure STEP 3 NOTE - You MUST ensure the mower has the correct oil and fuel level before operation. STEP 1 Pump the primer bulb 5 times. STEP 4 Charge the battery with the 12V charger supplied for 5 hours before first use and then after every 10 uses on average.
Starting Procedure Warm Electric Start Procedure NOTE - You MUST ensure the mower has the correct oil and fuel level before operation. STEP 1 Make sure the blade is free of long grass and the cutting height is set to maximum. STEP 2 Pull the Operator Presence Control (OPC) lever towards the main handle.
Stopping Procedure After Each Use • Examine the blade for damage. • Clean the machine if necessary, go to page 43 for more information on how to clean your machine. Stopping Procedure CAUTION - The engine and exhaust will remain hot for a while after use. Ensure the engine and exhaust have cooled before carrying out any maintenance or storage.
Specifications Model P4600SPE Engine Type HYUNDAI OHV 4-Stroke Engine Size 139cc Fuel Tank Capacity 1.1L Fuel Type Straight Unleaded Petrol Oil Capacity 600ml Oil Type SAE 10W30 or 15W40 Rated Speed 2800rpm Rated Power 2.6kW Drive Type Self Propelled Start Method...
Troubleshooting NOTE - Where necessary, all corrective actions should be carried out by suitably qualified persons. If the starter rope becomes disconnected from the rope guide on handle, disconnect the spark plug cap. Pull the starter rope out from engine slowly and re-engage in guide. Re connect spark plug cap. Problem Possible Cause Possible Corrective Action...
Spare Parts Only use original spare parts: The use of non-original and/or incorrectly fitted parts will jeopardize the safety of the machine, may cause accidents or personal injuries for which the Manufacturer is under no circumstance liable or responsible. Part Part Number Blade P4600SPEBLADE...
Maintenance & Care Safety sharpening. All work on the blade (disassembly, sharpening, balancing, 1. WARNING - Before cleaning or doing re-assembly and/or replacing) should be maintenance work, you need to stop the carried out at a specialised centre as they are engine and disconnect the spark plug cable demanding jobs that require special skills and and read the relevant instructions.
Maintenance & Care Routine Maintenance 6. It is highly recommended to change the engine oil every 100 hours or 12 months. This will ensure the machine will function properly IMPORTANT - Routine and accurate over time. The oil can be discharged at a maintenance is essential for maintaining specialised servicing centre, or by using a original machine safety and performance...
Maintenance & Care Spark Plug Oil Type: SAE 30 or 15W40 Engine Oil You MUST allow the engine to cool down before carrying out any maintenance. Oil Capacity: 600ml Recommended spark plug: NGK BP6ES. The oil must be checked before every use. Spark Plug Gap: 0.7 ~ 0.8mm (0.28”...
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Maintenance & Care STEP 5 STEP 2 Using a feeler gauge, check the spark plug gap. The plug gap should be 0.70mm to 0.80mm, carefully adjust the plug gap by bending the side electrode. 00.28” to 0.031” 0.70mm to 0.80mm Using a spark plug spanner, remove the spark plug.
Maintenance & Care Air Filter STEP 2 CAUTION - A dirty air filter will restrict the air flow to the carburettor, which will reduce engine efficiency. When using the lawnmower in very dusty areas you must clean or replace the air filter more often.
Maintenance & Care Blade Maintenance To inspect or remove the blade it is advisable to drain all the fluids from the mower and disconnect the spark plug HT lead CAUTION - ALWAYS handle the lawn cap before inspecting. mower blade wearing thick gloves suitable for purpose.
Maintenance & Care Drive Belt STEP 3 CAUTION - ALWAYS handle the lawn mower blade wearing thick gloves suitable for purpose. Lawn mower blades can be sharp and cause personal injury if handled incorrectly. We recommend inspecting the drive belt as part of an annual inspection.
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Maintenance & Care STEP 4 Be careful not to lose the keyway attached to the drive shaft. Inspect the belt for wear or damage and check tension. There should be no more than 10mm STEP 3 free play when gently checking tension. If the belt is damaged or worn, replace immediately.
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Maintenance & Care STEP 9 STEP 6 To reinstall, reverse the procedure above. Unhook the belt from the main drive pulley. STEP 7 Unhook the belt from the rear pulley. STEP 8 The belt should now be free to remove completely.
Maintenance & Care Fuel And Carburettor Cleaning CAUTION - ALL FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE CAUTION - DO NOT use a hose pipe or pressure washer to clean the engine. Water ALWAYS fuel and de-fuel in a well ventilated can damage the engine or contaminate the area outside of buildings.
Maintenance & Care Storage 8. Remove the spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of fresh engine oil down the cylinder bore. Cover the spark plug hole with a lint free CAUTION - When storing the machine, clean cloth, ensuring no dirt or debris falls into make sure it has been cleaned as in the the cylinder chamber and gently pull the recoil section above.
Maintenance & Care Environmental Protection or at your local Civic Amenity Site. Under NO circumstances must any fuel or oil 1. Environmental protection should be a be put down any drains. priority of considerable importance when using the machine, for the benefit of both Certain products contain WEEE waste which social coexistence and the environment in should not be disposed of in your domestic...
Tips For Mowing General Tips What Time Should I Mow? Early Morning (6am-8am) • Maintain a constant cutting height of 3-5cm. Grass could be wet and your Do not shorten the grass to less than half its lawnmower could leave tracks. original height.
Ordering Spare Parts Full warranty terms and conditions can be Only use original spare parts: The found on the P1 Power Equipment website: www.p1pe.co.uk use of non-original and/or incorrectly fitted parts will jeopardize the safety of the machine, may cause accidents or personal injuries for...
Need Help? Talk To Our Experts Contact Us Our friendly aftersales team will be more than happy to help you. Phone Call our team on 01646 687880, open Monday-Friday 8.30am-5pm. Online Live Chat Go to www.p1pe.co.uk Live chat is open Monday-Friday from 8.30am-5pm. Post Genpower Limited, Isaac Way, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, SA72 4RW, UK.
97dB(A) 98dB(A) 2800 Product Details Brand: P1, powered by Hyundai IC140V and IC200VE engines. Model: P4600SP(E), P5100SP(E) Description: Petrol lawnmower Name and address of technical documentation holder and EU distributor: Genpower Ltd, Isaac Way, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, SA72 4RW, UK.
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Importer: GENPOWER LTD Isaac Way, London Road, Pembroke Dock, UNITED KINGDOM, SA72 4RW T: +44 (0) 1646 687 880 F: +44 (0) 1646 686 198 www.p1pe.co.uk Imported/Distributed by Genpower Ltd for The United Kingdom & Ireland...
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