Before You Start - Atco Clipper 16 Operating Instructions Manual

Before you start

Important!
The engine is shipped WITHOUT FUEL or OIL. After
assembly, fill the engine with petrol and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your machine. Running your mower with insufficient oil
will damage the engine and invalidate your warranty.
Be sure that...
• The operator reads and understands this manual,
• The daily maintenance checks have been properly carried
out and the mower is in good working order.
• The operator wears safe clothing and eye protection.
Failure to do so could result in damage and risk to health
and safety
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
OPC (OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL) LEVER
This control is located on the top of the handle bar. It is used
to stop the engine quickly when the operator releases the OPC
lever. To start the engine, you must pull the lever back and hold
it against the handle bar. This allows the engine to be started.
When you release the OPC lever the engine will automatically
shut off.
OPC Bail Arm
Warning!
If the OPC mechanism is not adjusted correctly or is damaged
the engine will continue to run after the OPC lever is released.
In this situation, do not use the mower. Contact your local ser-
vicing specialist.
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
The throttle control lever is located to the right of the upper
handle. It controls the engine speed which governs how fast
the machine is propelled forward. As engine speed rises a
centrifugal clutch automatically engages to drive the cutting
cylinder. At idle the cutting cylinder automatically stops.
Note!
The engine speed dictates the speed the mower is
propelled as well as the speed of the cutting cylinder.
ROLLER CLUTCH LEVER
The roller clutch lever is behind the upper handle cross bar
and is spring loaded to the disengaged position. When
engaged the mower moves forward. Move the lever towards
the handlebar to engage the drive to the rear roller. Release
the lever to stop the mower.
RECOIL PULL START HANDLE
Refer to the engine owner's handbook for details.
CLEAR THE AREA TO BE MOWN
Before commencing mowing, ensure the lawn is free from
obstructions, such as stones, etc. Contact with objects of this
type may damage the cutting cylinder and bottom blade.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Ensure the roller clutch lever is in the disengaged position
before starting the engine. Turn the ignition switch (if fitted) to
the 'ON' position.
Starting Procedure
If the engine has not been running recently move the choke
control to the 'ON'/
the engine by the carburettor, refer engine owner's manual.
Stand to the right of the mower, grasp the starter cord handle
SP Bail Arm
grip, pull slowly until a resistance is felt and then pull forcefully
to prevent kick-back. Repeat until the engine starts. Do not pull
the cord with a jerk or release it until fully rewound.—When the
engine starts and has warmed up for a short time, move the
choke to the 'OFF' position and throttle control to the desired
speed. Should the engine not start due to 'flooding', move the
Choke control to 'OFF' and pull the starter six times to clear
the flooding.
After allowing the engine a few moments to warm up, mowing
may commence by setting the throttle lever so the engine is
running sufficiently fast to engage the automatic clutch. Then
engage the roller clutch by moving the Roller clutch lever for-
ward to the handlebar. Adjust the throttle to achieve a com-
fortable walking pace and guide the machine in the desired
direction.
To stop the machine, release the Roller clutch lever. Then
reduce the engine speed.
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Using your cylinder mower
position. The choke is on the side of
Important!
OPC Lever. To start the engine you must
pull the lever back and hold it against the
handle bar, then follow the starting procedures
below. This releases the engine break and allows
the engine to be started. If you release the OPC lever
the engine will automatically shut off again.
HINTS FOR EASY STARTING.
1.Start a warm engine with the throttle control lever in the
SLOW position.
2.Keep the mower clean and the cylinder clear of debris.
HARD STARTING CHECK LIST
Look for these faults:-
FUEL.
1. Insufficient fuel in tank.
2. Stale fuel.
3. Water or dirt in fuel.
4. Blocked air vent in fuel tank cap.
IGNITION.
1. Loose spark plug wire.
2. Dirty spark plug electrodes.
3. Incorrect spark plug gap.
4. Incorrect spark plug type.
OTHER.
1. Choked air filter (Dirt or oil).
2. Engine throttle control cable incorrectly adjusted.
3. Lower cutting blade incorrectly adjusted.
4. Faulty OPC system.