Starting instructions Read the instructions Check the engine???s oil level

Check the hydrostat???s oil level Lift up the cutting unit

Put the gear shift/hydrostat pedal in neutral

Brake

If the engine is cold use the choke Start the engine

Release the parking brake before driving

Speed limiter pedal forwards

Neutral

Speed limiter pedal reverse

Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance

I.General operation

1.Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before start- ing.

2.Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

3.Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

4.Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

5.Never carry passengers.

6.Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

7.Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

8.Slow down before turning.

9.Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine and remove keys before dismounting.

10.Turn off blades when not mowing.

11.Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

12.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

13.Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

14.Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

15.Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

II.Slope operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

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Mow up and down slopes, not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer???s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and pro- ceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embandments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. 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 another responsible adult.

2.Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

3.Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.

4.Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

5.Never allow children to operate the machine.

6.Use extra care when approaching blind cor- ners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. Service

1.Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapours are explosive.

a)Use only an approved container.

b)Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refuelling. Do not smoke.

c)Never refuel the machine indoors.

d)Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater.

2.Never run a machine inside a closed area.

3.Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attach- ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

4.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

5.Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

6.Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

7.Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

8.Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer???s recommended parts, when necessary.

9.Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them.

10.Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Travel and transport on public roads

Check the relevant road traffic regulations before driving the machine on a public road. If transporting the machine on another vehicle always use ap- proved securing devices and make sure that the machine is securely held.

Towing

If your machine has a hydrostatic transmission you should only tow it very short distances at low speed if absolutely necessary, otherwise the transmission may be damaged.

Intended use

This machine is designed solely for cutting grass on conventional lawns and other cleared and leveled ground without obstacles, as rocks, stumps etc., and, in conjunction with accessories supplied by the manufacturer even for other special tasks for which instructions are delivered with the acces- sory. Use in any other way is considered as con- trary to the intended use. Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of operation, service and repair as specified by the manufacturer also constitute essential elements of the intended use.

This machine should be operated, serviced and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.

Accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognised regulations on safety and occupational medicine, and all road traffic regulations must be observed at all times.

Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or injury.

Safe operation practices for Ride-On Mowers

Before starting cutting operations, train different driving operations on an open ground without people nearby until you feel familiar with handling the equipment. This is particularly important if you have no or little prior experience of driving a vehi- cle.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely in order to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

General use:

???Make yourself familiar with the controls and how to stop quickly.

???Read all the instructions in Operator???s Manual and on the machine before starting it. Make sure you understand them, and then follow them.

???Only allow adults who are familiar with the machine to use it.

???Wear approved protective glasses or a visor during assembly and driving.

???Never use the machine barefoot. Always wear heavy-duty shoes, preferably toe-capped.

???Never wear loose fitting clothes which can fasten in moving parts.

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Read the instructions before starting the machine.

???Keep an eye on the ejected grass and do not direct it towards anyone.

???Slow down before turning.

???Never leave the machine unattended when the engine is running. Always switch off the blades, pull on the parking brake, stop the engine and take out the keys before leaving the machine.

???Switch off the blades when you are not cutting.

???Only cut in daylight or good artificial lighting.

???Never use the machine when you have con- sumed alcohol, drugs, or certain medicines.

???Watch out for traffic when working close to a road, or crossing one.

???Be careful when rounding a fixed object so that the blades do not hit it. Never drive intentionally over a foreign object.

???The machine is heavy and can cause very severe crush injuries. Be extra careful when loading it on a trailer or truck.

???Be careful when pulling a load or using heavy equipment.

a.Only use approved tow hooks.

b.Limit the load to what you can manage safely.

c.Do not make sharp turns. Be careful when reversing.

d.Use counterweights or wheel weights when indicated in the instructions.

Driving on slopes

Driving on slopes is one of the situations where there is the most serious risk that the driver can loose control or that the machine tips over, which can cause severe injuries or be fatal. All slopes require extra care. If you cannot reverse up the slope or if you feel uncertain avoid cutting it.

Do as follows:

???Remove obstacles such as stones and branches etc.

???Cut upwards and downwards, not sideways.

???Look out for and avoid driving over furrows, holes or mounds. On uneven surfaces it is easier for the machine to tip over. High grass can conceal obstacles.

???Drive slowly. Select a low gear to avoid having to stop and changing gear. It is also easier to use the gear to brake in a low gear.

???Follow the manufacturer???s recommendations on wheelweights or counterweights to increase stability.

???Be extra careful with the grass collector or other equipment which can alter the stability of the machine.

???Always drive smoothly and slowly on slopes. Avoid sudden changes of speed or direction.

???Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tyres begin to skid switch of the blades and drive slowly down the slope.

???Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if turning is necessary turn slowly and gradually, downwards if possible.

Be extra careful when driving on slopes.

Cut slopes upwards and downwards, not sideways.

???Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goes over the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a bank gives way.

???Do not cut wet grass. It is slippery and the tyres can loose their grip so that the machine slides.

???Do not try to stabilise the machine by placing one foot on the ground.

???Always keep the rider mower away from edges or ditches when cleaning the chassis.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the driver does not pay attention to children in the vicinity. Children are often attracted to the machine and the work of mowing.

Never assume that children stay where you last saw them.

???Keep children away from the mowing area and under the supervision of another adult.

???Be on your guard and switch off the machine if children come into the work area.

???Before and during reversing look behind and down for small children.

???Never allow children to ride on the machine. They can fall off and become seriously injured or obstruct a risky manoeuvre of the machine.

???Never allow children to drive the machine.

???Be extra careful close to corners, bushes, trees or other objects which obstruct your view.

Maintenance

???Petrol/gasoline and petrol/gasoline fumes are toxic and highly inflammable. Be extra careful when handling petrol/gasoline.

a.Store the fuel in containers approved for this purpose.

b.Never fill up the machine with fuel when the engine is running. Let the engine cool before filling up with fuel. Do not smoke, or fill up with fuel in the vicinity of naked flames or sparks.

c.Never fill up with fuel indoors.

d.If leakage has occurred in the fuel system the engine must not be started until this is rectified.

e.Never store the machine or fuel containers indoors if there are naked flames, such as in a boiler room or where there is electrical equipment which can emit sparks.

???Check the fuel level each time before using the machine, and leave space for the fuel to expand since the heat from the engine and hot sun can cause the fuel to run over.

Keep children away from the mowing area.

Never allow children to drive the machine.

Never fill up with fuel indoors.

Presentation

Congratulations on your choice of a top quality product which you will enjoy for many years.

These instructions describe the Rider 16 H. This rider mower is equipped with a 15.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine.

The power transmission from the engine is handled by a hydrostatic gear box which enables stepless variation of the speed with the foot pedals.

There is one pedal for driving forwards and one pedal for reversing.

Location of the controls

1.Ignition lock

2.Throttle/Choke lever

3.Adjustment of cutting height

4.Lifting lever, cutting unit

5.Speed limiter for reversing

6.Speed limiter for driving forwards

7.Parking brake

8.Lock button for parking brake

9.Knobs for adjusting seat

10.Fuel tank cap

11.Main lock (under seat)

12.Lever for disengagement of drive

Speed limiter

The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated with two pedals. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards and pedal (2) for reversing.

Parking brake

The parking brake is applied as follows:

1.Press down the brake pedal.

2.Press in the lock button on the steering column.

3.Release up the brake pedal while holding the button pressed.

The lock on the parking brake automatically discon- nects when the brake pedal is pressed.

Warm engine:

4.Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2.

5. Turn the ignition key to start position.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again.

6.When the engine has started release the igni- tion key to neutral position.

Push the throttle control to the required speed. For cutting 3/4 to full throttle.

!WARNING!

Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon monoxide.

Cutting tips

???Localise and mark stones and other fixed objects to avoid collision.

???Start with a high cutting height and reduce down until the required cutting result are obtained.

???The cutting results are best with a high engine speed (fast rotating blades) and low driving speed (slow moving machine). If the grass is not too high and thick the driving speed can be increased or the engine speed reduced without noticeably affecting the mowing results.

???The best lawns are achieved if the grass is cut often. Mowing becomes more uniform and the grass cuttings become more evenly distributed over the surface. The total time consumption is not greater since it is possible to select a higher driving speed without inferior mowing results.

Mowing pattern

???Avoid mowing a wet lawn. The mowing results are inferior since the wheels sink down into the soft lawn.

???Wash down the underside of the cutting unit with water after use. Do not use a high pressure jet. Put the cutting unit in the service position while doing this.

!WARNING!

Clear the lawn from stones and other object which can be thrown out by the blades.

!WARNING!

Never drive the machine on ground with a slope of more than 15??. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction.

Stopping the engine

Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been working hard.

1.Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back to the end position.

2.Pull back the throttle control and turn the ignition key to the STOP position.

Release lever

In order to move the machine when the engine is switched off the release lever must be pressed down and forwards.

???The ignition cable is removed from the plug.

The parking brake is applied.

The cutting unit is disengaged.

Front hood

Release the clip on the front hood and lift off the fender.

Right-hand fender

Remove the knob (1), the screws (2 and 3) and lift off the hood.

Left-hand fender

Release the screws in the fender (2) and lift off the fender.

The oil level should lie between the markings on dip stick. If the level approaches the ADD mark, top up with oil to the FULL mark.

The oil is filled in the same hole for the dip stick

Use engine oil SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30, class CD- SF.

The total oil volume in the engine is 1.2 litres.

Check the engine???s cooling air intake

Dismantle the engine hood as described on page 19.

Check that the cooling intake is free from leaves, grass and dirt.

If the cooling intake is blocked this will interfere with the cooling of the engine, which can damage the engine.

2.Unscrew the oil cap and check that the oil level lies between the markings on the dip stick. Top up if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class CD-SF) in the same hole as for the dip stick.

Check the level of the battery acid

Check that the level of the battery acid lies between the markings. Top up the cells with only distilled water.

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External:

Internal:

WARNING!

Procedures on contact with acid

Rinse well with plenty of water.

Drink large quantities of water or milk. Contact a doctor as soon as possible.

Replacing the air filter

If the engine seems to lack power or goes irregu- larly the reason may be that the air filter is clogged.

It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see maintenance schedule on page 16 for correct service interval).

1.Dismantle the engine hood as described on page 19.

2.Remove the air filter housing???s plastic cover by releasing the wing-nut.

3.Remove the wing-nut on the air filter and lift off the paper filter with pre-filter.

4.Pull off the foam plastic pre-filter from the paper filter and wash clean in mild detergent.

Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

Drench it with new engine oil. Wrap the filter in an absorbent cloth and squeeze out excess oil.

Replace the paper filter if it is clogged with dirt.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not use compressed air to clean the paper filter.

5.Fit the air filter as follows:

Push the pre-filter over the paper filter.

Fit the paper filter with pre-filter in the air filter housing and tighten the wing-nut.

Replace the plastic cover oven the air filter housing and tighten the wing-nut.

Fitting the cutting unit

1.Position the Rider on a flat surface and apply the parking brake, see page 10. Check that the lever for adjusting the cutting height is at the lowest setting.

Make sure the support wheels are fitted to the cutting unit (1).

2.Grasp the handle at the front (BioClip 90) or hold the frame of the cutting unit (2) and slide the unit underneath the rider mower, making sure that the tongue on the cutting unit (3) engages correctly.

3.Insert the bolt and secure it with a locking pin.

4.Press down the frame and insert the pin. Fit the drive belt around the drive wheels of the cutting unit.

5.Hook up the height adjustment strut.

6.Fit the front cover.

7.Fit the spring that tensions the tensioning pulley, see page 27.

Installing BioClip 90

In order to install BioClip 90 the drive belt support wheel must first be removed.

1. Disengage the spring from the tensioning wheel.

3.Remove the locking pin (1) that is located next to the support wheel.

4.Fit the cutting unit as instructed on the previous page.

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Checking the cutting unit???s parallelism

Check the parallelism of the cutting unit as follows:

1.Place the machine on a level surface.

2.Measure the distance between the ground and the front and rear edges of the cutting unit hood. The cutting unit should slope forwards slightly so that the rear edge is 2-4 mm higher than the front edge.

Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit

1.Remove the front hood and right-hand fender, as described on page 19.

2.Undo the nuts on the lift strut.

3.Unscrew the strut (anticlockwise) to lower the rear edge of the hood.

Screw the strut in (clockwise) to raise the rear edge of the hood.

4.Tighten the nuts after adjustment.

5.On completion of the adjustment the unit???s parallelism should be re-checked.

6.Fit the right-hand fender and the front hood.

Removing the cutting unit

1.Apply the parking brake, see page 10.

2.Adjust the cutting height to its lowest setting.

3.Remove the front hood, as described on page 19.

4.Fit the support wheel.

5.Relieve the tensioning wheel (2) by disconnect- ing the spring (1).

6.Lift the drive belt (3) off the cutting unit drive pulley (4).

7.Pull out the pin (2) and hang the drive belt on the pin.

8.Put your foot on the front edge of the cutting unit. Raise the front edge of the cutting unit slightly and unhook the lift strut (1).

9.Remove the bolt (3) and pull out the cutting unit.

Fitting of the cutting unit takes place in the reverse order to removal. See page 24 for details of how to fit the BioClip 90.

During fitting: make sure that the tongue on the cutting unit engages in the correct position.

!WARNING!

Wear protective glasses when dismantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt can go off and cause personal injury.

3.Undo the two screws that hold the safety cover and lift the cover off.

4.Unscrew the nut from the cam and twist the cam off.

Undo the four nuts (see diagram) that hold the outer blade bearing, just enough to allow the bearing to be moved.

Slide the blade bearing inwards towards the middle bearing and prise off the upper belt.

Repeat the procedure with the lower belt.

BioClip 103

BioClip 103

IMPORTANT IMFORMATION

On a BioClip unit the blades are set at an angle of 90?? to each other. If this angle changes, the blades may touch and cause damage to the cutting unit.

5.Fitting: First slide on the lower belt, then the upper belt.

Check that the blades appear as shown in the diagram, at an angle of 90?? to each other. If not, adjust the belts. While the blade bearing is loose the belts can be slid onto the next tooth.

Tighten the nuts sufficiently so that the bearings are touching the cutting deck but can still be moved.

Tension the belts by turning the cam mechanism on top of the cutting deck. Tighten the nut.

Tighten all the nuts to secure the blade bear- ings.

6.The belt tension is correct when a force of 10 N pushes the belt in 7 mm.

Fit the safety cover over the belts and refit the lift strut.

Changing the belt on cutting units with side ejection or rear ejection

On cutting units with side ejection or rear ejection the blades are driven by a V-belt. This belt is replaced as follows:

1.Remove the cutting unit, see page 26.

2.Undo the bolt on the lift strut and the two screws on the cover. Lift the cover off the cutting unit.

3.Release the spring that tensions the V-belt and prise off the belt.

Replace the new belt by reversing the se- quence.

BioClip 103

Service position for cutting unit

The cutting head can be placed in the service position to provide easy access for cleaning, repairs and servicing. In the service position the cutting unit is raised and locked in the vertical position.

Placing in service position

1.Position the machine on flat ground. Apply the parking brake (1), see page 8. Adjust the cutting unit to the lowest cutting height and lower the cutting unit.

2.Remove the front hood by removing the pin. (There are complete instructions on using the service position inside the front hood).

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3.Remove the two support wheels from under the front hood.

7.Lift off the drive belt (1). Then pull out the pin

(2).

Take care not to get your hand trapped.

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9.Grasp the front edge of the cutting unit, pull out and raise into the service position.

Restoring from service position

To restore the machine from the service position, reverse the sequence ???Placing in Service position???.

Checking the blades

To achieve the best mowing results it is important that the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened.

Check that the blades??? attachment screws are tight.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Replacing or sharpening the blades should be conducted by an authorised service workshop.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

On the Bioclip unit the relative positioning of the blades should always be as shown in the diagram with an angle of 90?? between the blades. Otherwise the blades can go against each other and damage the unit.

Cutting units with rear ejection

Cutting units with side ejection

BioClip 90

5.Fill up with oil to the FULL mark on the dip stick. The oil is filled in the same hole for the dip stick. Use engine oil SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30, class CD-SF.

Use engine oil with min. API SF quality and SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30 viscosity grade. The oil volume in the engine is 1.2 litres.

6.Run the engine warm and then check that there is no leakage from the drain plug.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Used engine oil is hazardous to health and environment and must in accordance with the law not be poured out on the ground or in the nature, and must be handed in to a workshop or other designated station for treatment. Avoid skin contact, wash with soap and water in the event of spillage.

Engine does not run smoothly.

???Wrong gear, too high.

???Carburettor incorrectly set.

???Air filter clogged.

???Fuel tank vent blocked.

???Ignition setting defective.

???Dirt in fuel pipe.

Winter storage

At the end of the season the machine should immediately be put in order for storage, also if it is going to stand idle for more than 30 days. Fuel which is left to stand for long periods (30 days or more) can leave tacky deposits which can block the carburettor and interfere with the engine.

Fuel stabiliser is an acceptable alternative to avoid tacky deposits during storage. If alkylate petrol (Aspen) is used stabiliser is not necessary since this fuel is stable. However, one should avoid changing from standard to alkylate petrol since sensitive rubber parts can harden. Add stabiliser to the fuel in the tank or the storage container. Always use the mixing ratios indicated by the manufacturer. Run the engine for at least 10 minutes after adding the stabiliser so that it will reach the carburettor. Do not empty the fuel tank and carburettor if stabiliser has been added.

!WARNING!

Never place an engine with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where petrol fumes can come into contact with naked flames, sparks or pilot flames in boilers, hot water heaters, or drying cabinets, etc. It is highly inflammable and negligent usage can cause severe person injury and material damage. Drain off

the fuel in an approved container outdoors and well clear of naked flames. Never use petrol for cleaning purposes. Use degreasing agents and hot water instead.

To put the machine in order for storage follow these instructions:

1.Carefully clean the machine, especially under the cutting unit. Touch-up paint damage to avoid rust.

2.Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts and tighten loose screws and nuts.

3.Change the oil, and take care of the waste oil.

4.Empty the fuel tank. Start the engine and run it until the carburettor is emptied of fuel.

5.Remove the plug and pour in a tablespoon of engine oil in each cylinder. Pull round the engine to distribute the oil and screw the plug back on.

6.Grease all grease nipples, joints and axles.

7.Remove the battery. Clean it, charge it, and store it is a cool place. Protect the battery from low temperatures (below freezing point).

8.Store the machine is a clean and dry place and cover it over for extra protection.

Service

When ordering spare parts state the purchase year, model, type, and serial number.

Always use genuine parts.

Annual inspection or trimming by an authorised service workshop is a good way of getting the best out of your machine the next season.

Dimensions

Length without cutting unit Width without cutting unit Height

Service weight Wheel base Track

Tyre size

Tyre pressure, front & rear

Max. gradient

Engine

Manufacture

Power

Displacement

Fuel

Tank volume

Oil

Oil volume

Start

Electrical system

Type

Battery

Spark plug

Transmission

Manufacture

Oil

Cutting unit

Type

Cutting width

Cutting height

Blade diameter

Noise level

Rider 16 H

2145 mm

1050 mm

1060 mm

245 kg including cutting unit

855 mm

Front 715 mm, rear 625 mm 16 x 6.50 x 8

60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2)

15??

Briggs & Stratton model 28N707 11.4/15.5 kW/h.p.

465 cm3

Min. 85 octane unleaded 7 litres

SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30 class CD-SF 1.2 litres

Electric starter

12 V, negative earth

12 V. 24 Ah

Champion CJ8 or J8, electrode gap = 0.7-0.8 mm

Tuff Torq

SAE 10W/30, class CD-SF

3-blade unit with side-rear ejection/BioClip

2-blade unit BioClip 900 mm

970 mm, 900mm and 1030 mm (BioClip) 9 pos. 40-90 mm, 45-95 mm (BioClip) 350 mm, 410 mm (Bioclip)

100 dB(A)