Briggs & Stratton Electric Lawnmower - Manual (Page 14)

Before cleaning the mower, ensure the throttle lever is in the 'STOP'
position. Turn the fuel tap off, disconnect the spark plug lead and
wedge it between the cylinder fins, and disconnect the battery on
Keystart models.
• Remove grass build up from the air intakes on the top of the mower cowl, around the
engine and carburettor, and around the air filter body.
• The underside of the mower should be cleaned regularly to remove dirt and grass build
up, as any build up will adversely affect grass catching and mulching performance and
can promote corrosion on steel baseplates.
• When cleaning the underside of the mower, always tilt handle back to ground level so
the front wheels are off the ground and spark plug is pointing to the sky. Tilting in other
directions can cause the oil to contaminate the fuel & damage airfilter causing starting
difficulties.
• A hose may be used on the underside of your
mower ONLY. Care must be taken to NOT get
water into the engine, as it may damage the
magneto or get into the fuel system.
• If your mower is fitted with a washport, simply
attach a garden hose whilst the engine is running
and turn on the water.
• On Keystart models keep the battery,
starter switch, starter motor and all leads dry.
• To prevent chassis corrosion,
the underside of your mower should be cleaned
immediately after mowing an area which has
been recently dressed with sulphate
of ammonia or fertiliser.
• After cleaning, run the engine briefly to dry
off excess moisture before storing.
Cleaning
4 Stroke Mower
Primer button Spark
Plug Spark
Plug
Washport
4 Stroke
Mower
Primer button
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