Rover 10024 - Manual (Page 3)

Before carrying out any maintenance on the mower
remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting
WARNING
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MANUAL CONTENTS Page
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Safety instructions 1
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Introduction 2
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Setting up 3
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Operation 3, 4 & 5
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Maintenance 5 & 6
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Warranty conditions 7
CARTON CONTENTS:
Quantity
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Rover domestic rotary lawnmower 1
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Rover owner’s manual 1
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Engine manufacturer owner’s manual 1
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Fabric grass catcher and metal internal frame 1
If when unpacking your new lawnmower it is found that there are items missing
contact your nearest authorized Rover Mowers service dealer or agent.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Rover Mowers domestic rotary lawnmower.
This manual covers the setting up, operation and maintenance of the Rover domestic
rotary lawnmower. Please read and understand this owner’s manual before using the
mower. If any point is unclear, contact Rover Mowers or any Rover Mowers
authorized service dealer or agent.
The safety of the user and
others involved. Personal
injury may result should
this information be
disregarded.
WARNING
Follow these instructions
to avoid mower damage
and possible loss of
warranty.
CAUTION
To emphasise special information the following WARNING and CAUTION highlights
are used.
Engine air cleaner
Refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s manual for detailed maintenance instructions.
The engine air cleaner elements must be serviced after every 25 hours of normal mowing. The
elements must be serviced more regularly if the mower is used in dusty conditions. Replace
immediately if the element is damaged.
Spark plug
Refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s manual for detailed maintenance instructions.
For best results, remove the spark plug every 50 hours for gap checking and replace every 100
hours of use. Replace the spark plug at any time if it is found that the electrodes are pitted or
burned or the porcelain cracked. For replacement refer to engine manufacturer owner’s manual for
correct spark plug.
Muffler
Check the condition of the muffler periodically for rust and cracks. Replace if found to be damaged
as this can lead to increased exhaust noise. Replace only with a genuine original equipment part.
Blade-
refer figure 4
Check the condition of the blade and central fastener at regular intervals, or after striking a solid
object, or if the mower begins to vibrate abnormally. After striking a solid object check that the
blade boss shear pins are intact, if broken replace. The blade with use, will loose it’s sharp edge
and the quality of the grass finish will deteriorate. When this happens the blade should be
removed and sharpened or replaced with a new blade.
CAUTION
The blade must be balanced after sharpening
Starting the engine
Refer to the engine manufacturer owner’s manual for detailed starting procedure.
Ensure that the engine oil is at the correct level and that the fuel tank is full of fresh unleaded
petrol.
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Move the throttle control lever to the “FAST” position.
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Prime the engine in accordance with the engine manufacture’s instructions
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Grasp the starter cord handle and pull with a quick firm action. Allow the starter cord to
recoil back into its housing whilst retaining a grip on the handle. If the engine fails to start
repeat till the engine starts
Stopping the engine
Move the throttle control lever to the “STOP” position
Wait till the engine comes to a complete stop before removing or fitting the grass catcher to the
mower or attempting any maintenance work on the mower.
MAINTENANCE