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- Page 1 Petrol Lawnmower FPLMP138 EAN: 3663602423287 WARNING: Read the instructions before using the product! 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 1 27/9/2018 14:54...
- Page 2 FPLMP138 Let’s get started... These instructions are for your safety. Please read through them thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference. Getting Started... Safety information Your product Before start Quick start more detail... Product functions Operation Care maintenance...
- Page 3 Safety information FPLMP138 Safety warnings Petrol powered lawnmowers safety warnings Read carefully before use. IMPORTANT Keep for future reference. WARNING! Your safety and the safety of others is very important. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining this product.
- Page 4 Safety information FPLMP138 5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance. 6. CAUTION! Do not touch rotating cutting means.
- Page 5 Safety information FPLMP138 21. Do not tilt the product when starting the engine or switching on the engine, except if the product has to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it more than necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the product to the ground.
- Page 6 Safety information FPLMP138 4. Never store the product with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark. 5. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer and petrol storage area free of vegetative material and excessive grease.
- Page 7 Safety information FPLMP138 14. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel tank cap and fuel lines. 15. Tighten the fuel tank cap thoroughly after refilling the fuel tank. 16. Do not operate the product if it is leaking fuel. Do not remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running.
- Page 8 Safety information FPLMP138 Emergency Familiarise yourself with the use of this product by means of this instruction manual. Memorise the safety directions and follow them to the letter. This will help to prevent risks and hazards. 1. Always be alert when using this product, so that you can recognise and handle like risks early.
- Page 9 Safety information FPLMP138 Symbols will On the product, the rating label and within these instructions you will find among others the following symbols and abbreviations. Familiarise yourself with them to reduce hazards like personal injuries and damage to property. Kilowatt...
- Page 10 Safety information FPLMP138 Press the primer 3 times before starting the cold engine. Inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown by the product. If objects are hidden while operating, stop the engine and remove the objects.
- Page 11 Safety information FPLMP138 Wear tight-fitted protective clothing. Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Open flames in the work area, around the product and in the vicinity of flammable materials are prohibited! Do not smoke in the work area, around the product and in the vicinity...
- Page 12 Your product FPLMP138 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 12 27/9/2018 14:54...
- Page 13 Your product FPLMP138 1. Upper handle bar 19. Handle support 2. Drive clutch 20. Bolt M8x35 mm (x2) 3. Brake clutch 21. Rear deflector guard 4. Locking knob with M8 nut (x4) 22. Grass catcher 5. Bolt M8x43 mm (x2) Hook * (x2) 6.
- Page 14 Your product FPLMP138 Technical specifications > General > Dimensions: > approx. > Machine mass with empty tanks and in the normal operating configuration: approx. Fuel tank capacity: > ml (cm³) > Petrol type: #93, unleaded > Engine oil capacity: ml (cm³) Engine oil type: >...
- Page 15 Your product FPLMP138 Vibration level > Hand-arm vibration a 4.036 > Uncertainty K: The sound values have been determined according to noise test code given in EN ISO 5395-1 EN ISO 5395-2, using the basic standards ISO 3744 11094. Wear hearing protection, especially when sound pressure is over dB(A).
- Page 16 Before you start FPLMP138 Unpacking NOTE: The product is heavy, ask another person for assistance if required. 1. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface. 2. Remove all packing materials and protective shipping materials, if applicable.
- Page 17 Before you start FPLMP138 Assembly WARNING! The product must be fully assembled before the operation! Do not use a product that is only partly assembled or assembled with damaged parts! Follow the assembly instructions step-by-step and use the pictures provided...
- Page 18 Before you start FPLMP138 2. Align the holes in the lower handle bars (7) with those in the handle supports (19) (Fig. 2). The handle bar with hook for recoil starter handle (23) should be fitted on the right-hand side when standing behind the product (Fig. 2).
- Page 19 Before you start FPLMP138 4. Align the mounting holes of the upper handle bar (1) with the ones on the lower handle bars (7). Align the hook for recoil starter handle (23) upwards. Secure the connection using M8x43 bolts (5) and locking knobs (4) (Fig. 4).
- Page 20 Before you start FPLMP138 6. Fix the brake wire (25) with the wire clip (8) to the lower handle bar (7) (Fig. 6). Grass catcher assembly 1. Attach the grass catcher’s bag to it’s frame (Fig. 7). 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 20 27/9/2018 14:54...
- Page 21 Before you start FPLMP138 Grass catcher installation Always carry the grass catcher (22) by its handle (22b). 1. Lift the rear deflector guard (21) and hold it in place (Fig. 8, step 1). 2. Align the hooks (22a) with the rod to hang it onto (Fig. 8, step 2).
- Page 22 Before you start FPLMP138 Fuel NOTE: This product is not supplied with fuel! Before operating, it is essential to fill it with fuel! Fill fuel and engine oil separately. Never mix oil with fuel! 1. Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used up within days.
- Page 23 Before you start FPLMP138 Engine oil WARNING! This product is not supplied with oil. However, for manufacturing reasons, it is possible that a small quantity may be in the engine! Before operating this product, it is essential to fill it with oil (4-stroke engine oil, e.g.
- Page 24 Quick start FPLMP138 Operating controls Drive clutch Brake clutch Recoil starter handle Fuel tank cap Hook for recoil Primer starter handle Air filter case Lever for cutting height adjustment Oil tank cap Spark plug connector 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 24 27/9/2018 14:54...
- Page 25 Quick start FPLMP138 Preparation Assemble Assemble Assemble Adjust Adjust Adjust Add fuel Add fuel Add fuel Add oil Add oil Add oil Assemble Adjust Add fuel Add oil Assemble Assemble Adjust Adjust Add fuel Add fuel Add oil Add oil...
- Page 26 FPLMP138 more detail... Product functions Operation Care maintenance Troubleshooting Recycling disposal Guarantee EC declaration of conformity 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 26 27/9/2018 14:54...
- Page 27 Product functions FPLMP138 Intended use This petrol lawnmower FPLMP138 is designated with a power output of 1. The product is intended for mowing grass in domestic gardens only. It must not be used to mow unusually high, dry or wet grass (e.g. pasture grass), for shredding leaves or mulching.
- Page 28 Product functions FPLMP138 Recoil starter The recoil starter handle (24) is positioned at the top of the engine. 1. Pull the brake clutch (3) towards the upper handle bar (1) and hold it in position (Fig. 12). 2. Pull the recoil starter handle (24) lightly until you feel resistance then pull it rapidly.
- Page 29 Product functions FPLMP138 NOTE: A full grass catcher (22) reduces the performance of the product. 1. Lift the rear deflector guard (21) and hold it in place. 2. Lift the grass catcher hooks (22a) off the rods and place the grass catcher (22) on dly.
- Page 30 Product functions FPLMP138 WARNING! Ensure that the lever (18) engages between two of the grooves! Primer The primer (11) is positioned beside of the air filter case (12). Push the primer times before starting the cold engine (Fig. 16). 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 30...
- Page 31 Operation FPLMP138 General operation tips 1. Before each use: > Check the product and accessories for damage and whether they are properly fixed. Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows and signs of wear and tear. Take care of any problem you find or have the product checked by qualified specialist.
- Page 32 Operation FPLMP138 4. Pull the recoil starter handle (24) lightly until you feel resistance then pull it rapidly. Do it repeatedly until the engine starts (Fig. 17, step 3). 5. Rest the recoil starter handle (24) onto a hook (23) located on the right-hand side of the upper handle bar (1).
- Page 33 Operation FPLMP138 dly. NOTE: If the engine does not start, it may be flooded. Flooding is caused by too much fuel injected into the combustion chamber and can prevent the engine from starting. To resolve flooding follow the below procedure: 1.
- Page 34 Operation/Care and maintenance FPLMP138 Mowing 1. Make sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires or other objects that could damage the product or its engine. 2. Do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underbody of the product, preventing the proper discharge of grass clippings, and it could also cause you to slip and fall.
- Page 35 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 WARNING! Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug connector (14) and let the product cool before performing inspection, maintenance and cleaning work! Do not touch the rotating blade (26). 1. Keep the product clean. Remove debris after each use and before storage.
- Page 36 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 Maintenance table with schedules 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 36 27/9/2018 14:55...
- Page 37 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 Underbody and cutting means WARNING! Wear protective gloves when working on the cutting means (26) and close to it! Use proper tools to remove debris, e.g. a wooden stick! Never use your bare hands! Always use original spare parts for replacement. The cutting means must be replaced by an identical type with the reference number SMV 1816211.
- Page 38 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 7. Lubricate the cutting means (26) after each use to prolong their lifespan. Apply lubrication oil/grease along the edges of the cutting means (26). Torque wrench Grass catcher 1. Inspect the grass catcher (22) before each use. Do not use it if you find any damage.
- Page 39 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 Air filter NOTE: A properly maintained air filter (12a) helps to prevent dirt from entering the engine. Entering dirt can cause blockages that can lead to premature engine wear or problems with starting or running the engine.
- Page 40 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 3. Check the spark plug (14a) for damage and wear. The colour of the electrode should be light-brown. 4. Remove the deposits from the electrode with a soft wired brush. Avoid heavy cleaning of the electrode.
- Page 41 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 Fuel NOTE: Petrol deteriorates over time. Engine starting may be difficult if you use petrol kept for more than days. 1. Empty the fuel tank (9) when storing the product over days to prevent the fuel deteriorating.
- Page 42 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 5. After filling oil, wait minute and then recheck the oil level. 6. Wipe the spilt oil with a soft cloth and reattach the oil tank cap (17). Draining engine oil NOTE: Drain the oil every hours of operation of every 6 months.
- Page 43 Care and maintenance FPLMP138 Repair This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer. Contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified specialist to have it checked and repaired. Storage NOTE: Good storage conditions are important for keeping your product trouble- free.
- Page 44 Troubleshooting FPLMP138 Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the operators can fix themselves. Therefore check the product using this section. In most cases, the problem can be solved quickly. WARNING! Only perform the steps described in these instructions! All further...
- Page 45 Troubleshooting FPLMP138 Problem Possible cause Solution Engine Dirt, water or stale fuel in the Drain fuel and clean tank. Fill difficult fuel tank the tank with clean, fresh fuel to start Air filter is dirty Clean air filter or loses...
- Page 46 Recycling and disposal/Guarantee FPLMP138 Recycling and disposal 1. Old products are potentially recyclable and do not, therefore, belong in your household rubbish. You are requested to assist us and our contribution to saving resources and protecting the environment by handing in this product to an equipped collection centre (if there is one available).
- Page 47 EC declaration of conformity FPLMP138 Kingfisher International Products Limited 3 Sheldon Square London W2 6PX United Kingdom Declare that the product Petrol Lawnmower 138 cm FPLMP138 Serial number: from 000001 999999 Complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the following directives:...
- Page 48 Manufacturer: Kingfisher International Products Limited, 3 Sheldon Square, London, W2 6PX United Kingdom Distributor: B&Q plc, Chandlers Ford, Hants, SO53 3LE United Kingdom, www.diy.com SFD Limited Trade House, Mead Avenue, Yeovil, BA22 8RT United Kingdom www.screwfix.com 3663602423287-GB-V04.indd 48 27/9/2018 14:55...
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