Hover Mower HM16H-4 Manuel utilisateur
Model HM16H-4
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Operator’s Manual
Introduction
Read this Manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The
information in this Manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although
Eastern Industries, Inc. designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the
product properly and safely.
When you need service, genuine Eastern Industries, Inc. parts, or additional information, contact an
Authorized Eastern Industries, Inc. Dealer or Eastern Industries Inc. Customer Service and have the
model and serial number of your mower ready. For the Model and Serial numbers refer to the silver
tag attached to the rear of the mower housing.
Eastern Industries, Inc.
P O Box 338
Chester, NH 03036
USA
Tel: (800) 444-0407
Fax: (603) 437-0815
www.TheHoverMower.com
Write the Engine model and serial numbers in the space below.
Model # _______________________________
Serial #________________________________
Contents
Pages
Warning 3
Safety Instructions
General Operations 4
Slope Operations 5-6
Children 6-7
Service 7-8
Model & Serial Number 9
Assembly
Installing the Handle 10
Preparing the Engine 11
Filling the Crankcase with Oil 11-12
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline 12
Operation
Starting the Engine 13-13
Stopping the Engine 15
Adjusting the Cutting Height 16-17
Operating Tips 18
Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 19
Checking the Engine Oil Level 20
Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower 20
Servicing the Air Filter 20-21
Changing the Engine Oil 21
Maintaining the Cutter Disc 22
Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor 23
Servicing the Spark Plug 23
Storage 24
Troubleshooting 25-26
Schematics and Mower Parts 27-28
Warranty 29-30
WARNING!
This mower, when oriented in the front to back
position, is capable of continuous operation on slopes
reaching 45 degree inclines. The use of this mower
on inclines steeper than 45 degrees will cause severe
damage to the engine VOIDING ALL
APPLICABLE WARRANTIES.
This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
General Operations
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the Manual.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the mower before
starting.
2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
3. Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the mower.
4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks etc., which could
be picked up and thrown by the blade.
5. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the mower if anyone
enters the area.
6. Do not operate the mower when barefoot, wearing open sandal or regular shoes.
Always wear heavy boots or substantial footwear.
7. Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Look down and behind
before and while moving backwards.
8. Do not operate the mower without proper inspection of the safety and protective
devices.
9. Read the Operator’s Manual for proper operation and installation of accessories.
Only use accessories approved by Eastman Industries.
10. Shut the engine off when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
11. Shut the engine off whenever you leave the equipment.
12. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before
cleaning the mower or unclogging grass and debris.
13. Mow only in daylight or good artif icial light.
14. Do not operate the mower while under the inf luence of alcohol or drugs.
15. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a
f irm hold on the handle and walk; never run.
16. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
17. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating
mower.
Slope Operations
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes
require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
Mow across the face of slopes; not up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
directions on slopes.
Always keep the mower below you when mowing on the slope.
Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
(Figure 1)
DO NOT:
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or
balance.
Do not push the mower up the slope.
Do not mow slopes that are steeper than 45°incline.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
(Figure 2)
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are
often attracted to the mower. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw
them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible
adult.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for small children.
4. Never allow children to operate the mower.
5. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that
may obscure vision.
Service
1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. Gasoline is highly f lammable
and vapors are explosive.
a) Use only approved containers.
b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to
cool before refueling. Do not smoke.
c) Never refuel the mower indoors.
d) Never store the mower or fuel container inside where there is an open f lame,
such as a water heater.
e) Never f ill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic
liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before
f illing.
f) When practical, remove the mower from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a
portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
g) Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
2. Never run an engine inside a closed area.
3. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark
plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
4. Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
5. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
6. Keep mower free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage on the mower. Allow mower to cool before storing.
7. Stop and inspect the mower if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before
restarting.
8. Never attempt to remove grass or debris from mower while the engine is running.
9. Cutter disc components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and, when necessary,
replace with Eastern Industries, Inc. recommended parts.
(Continued on next page)
10. Mower blade is sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing it.
11. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
12. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it
cannot contact spark plug.
CAUTION: Muff ler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation
and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away
from these areas.
Consult the engine manual for more complete instructions regarding
engine maintenance and operation.
Assembly
Installing the Handle
1. Mount the lower handle on the handle brackets with two (2) clevis and cotter pins. (Fig 3).
Figure 3
1. Handle Bracket 2. Lower Handle
3. Clevis Pin 4. Cotter Pin
2. Attach the upper handle to the lower handle, with four (4) 5/16”-18 x 1 ½” shoulder bolts and
wing nuts (Fig 4)
Figure 4
3. Secure the throttle cable neatly behind the handles using black tie wraps. Use one tie wrap for the
upper handle and one tie wrap for the lower handle.
Preparing the Engine
IMPORTANT: The Engine is shipped without oil.
Fill the engine with oil prior to startup in order to avoid
serious damage to the engine.
Consult the engine manual for more complete
instructions regarding engine maintenance
and operation.
Filling the Crankcase with Oil
The crankcase holds 0.26 U.S. quarts (0.25 liters) of oil. Use only high-quality SAE 10W30 weight
detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classif ication SF, SG, or
equivalent. SAE 30 W oil is recommended for ambient temperatures exceeding 80
°F.
Before each use, ensure that the oil level is between the Lower and Upper limit marks on the dipstick.
(Fig.5) Do not screw in the dipstick to check the oil.
Figure 5
To add oil:
1. Move the lawn mower to a level surface.
2. Stop the engine and wait for the blade to stop.
3. Clean around the dipstick.
4. Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap.
5. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
6. Insert the dipstick into the f iller neck BUT DO NOT SCREW IT IN. Then remove the dipstick
and read the oil level. (Fig. 5)
7. If the oil level reading is below the Lower Limit mark on the dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil
into the f iller hole to raise the oil level to the Upper Limit mark on the dipstick. Do not overf ill the
crankcase with oil and run the engine; engine damage will result. Drain the excess oil until the oil
level on the dipstick is within the limit.
8. Insert the dipstick into the f iller neck and rotate the cap clockwise until it is tight.
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline
•Use clean, fresh, lead-free gasoline with an octane rating of 86 or higher. Using unleaded gasoline
results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life.
•Do not use gasoline containing more than 5% methanol, 10% ethanol, or 15% MTBE. Using fuels
containing a higher percentage of these additives will damage the engine and void manufacturer’s
warranty.
•Do not use gasoline that is stale or has been stored since the last mowing season or longer.
Figure 6
To Fill the Tank:
1. Stop the engine and wait for the blade to stop.
2. Clean around the fuel tank (Fig 6)
3. Remove the cap from the tank.
4. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the fuel level limit in the neck of the fuel tank. Do not over f ill.
5. Install the cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
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