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Please Read These Instructions
Before Using Your Mower
Operating Instructions
for model
HL454HP & HL454SP Lawnmowers
powered by Mountfield V35 engine
Product Codes:
299164643/BQ
299264643/BQ
These instructions are an addition to and should be read in
conjunction with the Operator Manual enclosed with this mower
Call our Helpline if you have any problems:-
0845 600 2912
Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Saturday
10.00am to 4.00pm on Sunday
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Thank you for purchasing a Homelite lawnmower. This machine will give you many years of safe and reliable service if operated in accordance with these instructions. Please read and understand these Operating Instructions before using your mower, failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment. NEVER TIP THE MOWER ON ITS SIDE AS THIS WILL FLOOD THE AIR FILTER WITH OIL. To access the underside, lift the front wheels by lowering the handle until it rests on the ground.
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• Disengage the engine brake and drive clutch before starting the engine. • Start the engine in accordance with the instructions and with feet well away from the cutter blade. • Do not tilt the mower when starting the engine. • Do not change the engine settings. If adjustments are necessary, contact your dealer. • The safety deflector flap must be in the down position if the mower is used without the grass collection bag in place. • Operate the machine at a comfortable walking pace, never run b
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HOW TO GET MOWING Your Homelite lawnmower does not contain petrol or oil and these must be added before use. Running the mower with insufficient oil can cause serious damage to the engine and will invalidate your warranty. NEVER TIP THE MOWER ONTO ITS SIDE AS THIS WILL FLOOD THE AIR FILTER WITH OIL. To access the underside of the machine lift the front wheels by lowering the handle to the ground. Carefully remove the mower from the carton and read these Operating Instructions. An Owner’s Manu
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STARTING YOUR MOWER Read and understand the Safety Precautions before using your mower. • Put Mountfield 4-stroke, or an SAE 10W-30 oil, in the oil filler (Figure 3). Do not overfill, the oil tank capacity is 0.6 litre. Mountfield oil, part number MX855, is available from any Mountfield stockist or B&Q store. • Fill the fuel tank with UNLEADED petrol. Use only clean, fresh petrol - stale fuel may contain deposits that will clog the carburettor. Do not overfill, the petrol level should be belo
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BEFORE EACH USE • Always ensure that the mower is in a safe working condition. Inspect the cutter blade for damage; check safety devices and guards; check that all nuts, bolts and screws are secure. • Check the oil level as follows: Figure 6 a) Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean (Figure 6). b) Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and tighten down again. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level; oil should be at the FULL mark. The oil tank capacity is about 0.6 litre o
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FAULT FINDING PROBLEM SOLUTION Check there is ample clean, fresh fuel in the tank. Engine will not start Check the cutter blade is not fouling the ground preventing free rotation. Check the Operators Presence Control (OPC) lever is fully released. Engine will not stop Remove spark plug lead to stop engine using insulated gloves and refer to dealer. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead using heat resistant gloves. Failure to cut grass properly Check blade attachment bolt is tight. C
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Guarantee GGP UK Limited undertakes to provide a full guarantee against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. If the machine is used for commercial purposes; i.e. for hire; or by contractors, caravan sites or similar users, this guarantee period shall be 90 days. If any part or parts are found to be defective within the guarantee period, GGP UK Limited, via their authorised dealer, will effect the repair or replacement at no charge to the owner providing that
