Rockwell Shop Series RS8080 User manual

Brand: Rockwell

Model: Shop Series RS8080

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: User manual

RS8080

139cc 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

RS8080

11121315

RS8080

0.75mm

MAX

MIN

STOPSLOW

FAST

CHOKE

(STAR)

C D1

D2 E

F G

H1 H2

I J

K L1

L2 M

RS8080

0.75mm

MAX

MIN

STOPSLOW

FAST

CHOKE

(STAR)

C D1

D2 E

F G

H1 H2

I J

K L1

L2 M

RS8080

0.75mm

MAX

MIN

STOPSLOW

FAST

CHOKE

(STAR)

C D1

D2 E

F G

H1 H2

I J

K L1

L2 M

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

COMPONENT LIST

FOAM GRIP HANDLE

THROTTLE LEVER

UPPER HANDLE

LOCK CAM LEVER

LOWER HANDLE

CABLE CLIP

4-STROKE ENGINE (ENGINE COVER)

AIR FILTER COVER

SPARK PLUG CAP

STEEL DECK

MUFFLER COVER

OIL TANK CAP

PULL STARTER HANDLE

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

FUEL TANK

FASTENING NUT FOR LOWER HANDLE

FUEL TANK CAP

SAFETY FLAP

GRASS CATCHER

PULL STARTER HOOK

SOCKET SPANNER FOR SPARK PLUG

OIL DRAIN PLUG (SEE FIG. M)

Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

ACCESSORIES

Plastic grass catcher 1

Socket spanner for spark plug 1

Cable clips 1

Use good quality accessories marked with a well-

known brand name. Choose the type according

to the work you intend to undertake. Refer to the

accessory packaging for further details. Store

personnel can assist you and offer advice.

WARNING! Read all safety

warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may

result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future

reference.

Safe operation practices for pedestrian controlled

rotary lawnmowers

1) Training

a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with

the controls and the proper use of the equipment;

b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local

regulations can restrict the age of the operator;

c) Never mow while people, especially children, or

pets are nearby;

d) Keep in mind that the operator or user is

responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to

other people or their property.

2) Preparation

a) While mowing, always wear substantial footwear

and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment

when barefoot or wearing open sandals;

b) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment

is to be used and remove all objects which can be

thrown by the machine;

c) WARNING – Fuel is highly ammable

- Store fuel in containers specically designed for

this purpose;

- Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while

refueling;

- Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove

the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the

engine is running or when the engine is hot;

- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine

but move the machine away from the area of

spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition

until fuel vapours have dissipated;

- Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely;

d) Replace faulty silencers;

e) Before using, always visually inspect to see that

the blade, blade bolts and cutter assembly are

not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged

blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance;

f) On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating

one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

3) Operation

a) Do not operate the engine in a conned space

where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can

collect;

b) Mow only in daylight or in good articial light;

c) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where

feasible;

d) Always be sure of your footing on slopes;

e) Walk, never run;

f) For wheeled rotary machines, mow across the

face of slopes, never up and down;

g) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction

on slopes;

h) Do not mow excessively steep lopes;

i) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the

lawnmower towards you;

j) Stop the blade(s) if the lawnmower has to be tilted

for transportation when crossing surfaces other

than grass, and when transporting the lawnmower

to and from the area to be mowed;

k) Never operate the lawnmower with defective

guards, or without safety devices, for example

deectors and/or grass catchers, in place;

l) Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine;

m) Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully

according to instructions and with feet well away

from the blade(s);

n) Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the

engine or switching on the motor, except if the

lawnmower has to be tilted for starting. In this

case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary

and lift only the part which is away from the

operator;

o) Do not start the engine when standing in front of

the discharge chute;

p) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

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parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all

times;

q) Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the

engine is running;

r) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug

wire, make sure that all moving parts have come

to a complete stop;

- Before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;

- Before checking, cleaning or working on the

lawnmower;

- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the

lawnmower for damage and make repairs before

restarting and operating the lawnmower;

- If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally (check

immediately);

- Whenever you leave the lawnmower;

- Before refueling;

4) Maintenance and storage

a) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition;

b) Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank

inside a building where fumes can reach an open

ame or spark;

c) Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure;

d) To reduce the re hazard, keep the engine,

silencer, and fuel storage area free of grass,

leaves, or excessive grease;

e) Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or

deterioration;

f) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety;

g) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be

done outdoors.

SYMBOLS

Appropriate ear, eye, and head

protection must be worn

Read instruction handbook before

operation this machine

Keep bystanders away.

Beware of sharp blades - remove

spark plug lead before maintenance.

RCM approval mark

ABN: Australian Business

Number. By this number, business

information such as entity type,

status, business location etc. can be

found at website http://abr.business.

gov.au.

ABN of Positec Australia Pty Limited

is 14 101 682 357

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY

Lift your lawnmower out of the carton.

This will require two people. Make

sure that you have sufcient space to put

the lawn mower down. Keep your feet apart

so that you have a stable stance, bend at the

knees and keep your back straight.

1. ASSEMBLY OF THE HANDLES (See Fig. A)

1) Fit the two lower handles(5) to the handle

brackets. Tighten it in clockwise direction

with the screws and nuts (16). Making sure

the square protrusion on the bolt inserts fully

into the handle bracket. Pay special attention

to the orientation of the bolt and nut. The nut

should be located outside of the handle and

handle bracket to ensure the catcher can be

attached to the mower.

2) Fit the Upper Handle to the two Lower

Handles (5) as shown in Fig.B1. Pushing the

Cam Lock (4) outside to tighten and then lock

it upwards as shown in Fig. B2 & B3.

2. ASSEMBLY OF THE GRASS CATCHER (See

Fig. C)

The grass catcher(19) is composed of two

sections. Locate the top half on the top of the

bottom one, and interlock them together by

aligning the lugs and slots. Pushing the two

halves together until clicked into place.

NOTE: Start assembling from one side and then

the middle part , and nally assembly the other

side as shown in Fig.C. Ensure that all the lugs

clicked into the slots tightly.

3. INSTALLING/REMOVING THE GRASS

CATCHER (See Fig. D1-D2)

NOTE: Always t the grass catcher before

starting the engine.

1) Raise the safety ap (18) and hold it up.

2) Pick up the grass catcher (19) by the handle

and locate grass catcher onto hooks on the

mower deck.

3) Release the safety ap. Ensure the grass

catcher is installed securely.

4) To remove the grass catcher, raise the safety

ap (18) and hold it up, lift the grass catcher

to release the grass catcher from hooks on

the mower deck.

WARNING! Before you carry out any

repairs or servicing work on the mower,

you must ensure that the blade is not turning

and that the spark plug cap is disconnected

and moved away from the spark plug.

The lawnmower shall not be operated without

either the entire grass collection catcher or

the guard in place.

OPERATION INSTRUCTION

1. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CAUTION! The following procedures and

adjustments must be performed before

the engine is started. Do not attempt to make

any of these adjustments with the engine is

running.

2. OIL TYPE

Always use high quality detergent oil

classied SAE 30 oil. Never use additives with

recommended oil.

To prolong the life of your engine it is important

that the oil is changed after the rst 5 hours of

use - refer to “Maintenance”.

3. FUEL TYPE

Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel. Purchase

fuel in quantities that can be used within 30

days. Never mix oil with fuel.

Fill to base of neck to allow for fuel

expansion. Do not overll the fuel tank.

Engine displacement

Maximum engine power

Max cutting dia.

Cutting height range

No load speed

Cutting height position

Ignition

Fuel tank capacity

Oil tank capacity

Machine weight

Engine

Collection capacity

139cc

2.5KW

40cm

25-75mm

3000/min

C.D.I

0.8L

0.6L

25 kg

4-stroke engine

40L

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

4. FILLING WITH ENGINE OIL (See Fig. E-F)

CAUTION! To prevent engine damage the

engine is shipped without oil or fuel. The

engine must be lled with the correct grade

of oil and fuel before starting the engine.

Check the engine oil level with the engine

stopped and the mower on a level surface.

1) Remove the oil ller dipstick and wipe oil

from it with a clean cloth (Fig. E).

2) Insert the dipstick into the oil ller neck,

screw it in and then screw it out.

3) Check the oil level. The oil level must

between the Min and Max marks on the

dipstick (Fig. F). If near the lower level, ll

to upper level with the recommended oil

(SAE30). Do not overll. Wipe away any spilt

oil.

NOTE: Running the engine with a low oil level

will cause engine damage. Recommend use

of high detergent, premium quality 4-stroke

engine oil. Use of non-detergent oil can

shorten the engine’s service life and using

2-stroke oil will damage the engine.

5. FILLING WITH FUEL

WARNING! Fuel is highly inammable

and extreme precaution must be taken

when handling or working with it. Keep out

of reach of children.

1) Clean the area around the fuel tank cap (17)

before removing the cap. For rst time use,

remove the warning label and check oil level

before starting the engine.

2) Rell the tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel

carefully to avoid overlling or spilling fuel.

There should be no fuel in the tank neck.

3) Clean up any overow or splash of fuel

before starting the engine.

4) Tighten the tank cap securely after lling.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the

engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow

ames or sparks in the area where the engine

is being refueled or where fuel is stored.

Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with

skin or breathing of vapor.

NOTE: Fuel should be stored in an approved

container. Never buy or store more than 30

days supply of fuel. Do not mix oil with fuel.

6. STARTING THE ENGINE (See Fig. G-H)

WARNING! Do not operate the machine

in a closed or poorly ventilated area

as the exhaust gas contains poisonous

substance. Keep hands, feet, hair and

clothing away from all the moving parts of

the machine. The exhaust and other parts

of the machine will become hot during use.

Make sure that the blade is securely fastened

before starting the engine.

NOTE: To start the engine, make sure that the

spark plug cap (9) is located on the spark plug

and the machine is lled with sufcient oil and

fuel.

Step1: Throttle lever (2)-STARTING (See Fig. G)

For starting a cold engine, move the throttle

lever to the CHOKE position.

For starting a warm engine, move the throttle

level to the SLOW position.

Step2: Pull starter handle (13) (See Fig. H1-H2)

With your right hand, slowly but rmly pull

the starter handle and rope out until you feel

resistance. At this point pull briskly on the

starter rope. If the engine fails to start after three

pulls, repeat the start process. After the engine

starts, return the starter rope gently and hook

the start handle (13) to the pull starter hook (20).

Step3: Throttle lever (2)-IDLE SPEED

Once the engine is running, move the throttle

level to the position FAST (See Fig. G).

Clear a ooded engine

If the engine won’t start after you operating the

starter several times, the engine may be ooded

with excess fuel. Use following procedure to

clear and start a ooded engine.

1) Move the throttle level to STOP (See Fig. G).

2) Remove the spark plug, dry it, then reinstall

it.

3) Move the throttle level to CHOKE position.

4) Operate the starter as described above.

7. STOPPING THE ENGINE

Move the throttle lever to the STOP position (See

Fig. G).

8. ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. I)

WARNING! STOP THE ENGINE, AND WAIT

FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE

STOP. The blades continue to rotate after the

machine is switched off, a rotating blade can

cause injury.

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CAUTION: Do not touch rotating blades.

For the rst mow of the season, a high cutting

adjustment should be selected.

The lawnmower can be set to 8 cutting heights

between 25mm and 75mm. For this purpose,

move the cutting height adjustment lever (14)

outwards then adjusted to the preferred position.

9. MOWING

Always observe the strictest safety

procedures when using the lawnmower.

Carefully read the safety instructions of this

manual before using the lawn mower.

Start the engine and allow it run. See “Starting

the engine”.

When it is time to start mowing, move the

throttle lever to its FAST position (See Fig. G).

To stop the engine, move the throttle lever to the

STOP position (See Fig. G).

Keep a rm grip on the upper handle and walk,

never run with the mower, be very careful when

mowing uneven or rough ground. Mow across

slopes, never up and down. Be careful when

changing the direction of the mower on a slope.

Do not use the mower on a steep slope of more

than 20°.

The best results will be achieved if the grass is

dry. Wet grass will tend to clog the blade and

the grass collection system. Grass grows at

different rates at different times of the year.

Never use the lowest cutting height for the rst

cut of the season or in drought conditions. Only

about one third of the grass height should be

cut.

If the lawnmower will not collect the cuttings

efciently, the grass discharge chute may be

blocked. The grass catcher may be full, or the

underside of the mower deck may be clogged.

10. EMPTY/ATTACH THE GRASS CATCHER

As soon as you see mown grass debris on the

lawn, the grass catcher needs to be emptied.

IMPORTANT! Before you remove the grass

catcher, move the throttle lever to the STOP

position and wait the blade system reaches a

standstill.

1) To remove the grass catcher, raise the safety

ap with one hand and remove the grass

catcher using its handle with your other

hand.

2) To maintain safety, the safety ap will close

back to cover the rear discharge opening,

when you release the ap.

3) Empty the grass clippings from the grass

catcher into the appropriate bin. Check with

your local council for more information. Ret

glass catcher as above instruction.

4) If any grass clippings are caught in the

discharge chute, clean it using a broom or

similar extension.

5) Do not remove grass debris in the mower

casing or on/around the blades by hand or

with your feet. Instead use suitable tools

such as a brush or broom.

6) To ensure that the grass clippings can be

blown into glass catcher, the discharge chute

and the inside of the mower deck must be

cleared of any blockage.

11. REPLACING THE BLADES (See Fig. J)

Always check the sharpness of blades before

cutting grass. If the blades are worn excessively

and becomes pitted or blunt they should be

replaced. The sharpness of the blade will affect

the performance of the lawn mower.

For safety reasons we recommend that the

blades will only be changed by persons

qualied and authorized to do so.

WARNING! Before replacing the blades,

ensure that the engine is switched off

and the spark plug cap is disconnected and

moved away from the spark plug.

1) You will need garden gloves (not provided)

and a spanner/wrench (not provided) to

remove the blade holder.

2) Hold the blade holder and unscrew the blade

bolt counterclockwise using a spanner /

wrench. Remove the blade bolt, retaining

washer and the blade.

3) Fit a new blade, locate the blade holder on

the two studs on the blade ange and then

ret the washer and bolt. Make sure the blade

is correctly located, then rmly tighten the

bolt. Do not over tighten (Do not less than 45

N.m tight torque).

The upturned ute of the blade must face the

motor side of the deck so the blades can throw

the grass into the catcher. (Do not less than 45

N.m tight torque).

Always handle the blade with care-sharp

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

edges could cause injury USE GLOVES

Renew your metal blades and bolts after

50Hrs mowing or 2yrs which ever is sooner

regardless of condition.

If the blade is cracked or damaged replace it

with a new one.

MAINTENANCE

1. CLEANING

WARNING! Make sure before carrying

out any cleaning or maintenance that

the spark plug cap is disconnected from

the spark plug and is moved away from the

spark plug!

To ensure the best performance of your lawn

mower, it is important to keep it clean. Always

clean your lawnmower immediately after use.

Do not allow grass cuttings and other debris

to become dry and hard on any of the mower

surface. This will directly affect the cutting and

grass collection performance. Make sure that the

underside of the lawnmower deck is clean and

clear.

Ensure the discharge chute and safety ap

are clean. The grass catcher must always be

emptied each use. Make sure that the exterior of

the engine is clear of all debris, cuttings and dirt.

Maintenance schedule

First 5 hours

of use

12 Hours

of use

25 hours

of use

50 hours

of use

Air lter ―― Check Replace Replace

Spark

plug

Check Check Clean Replace

Engine

oil

Replace Check Check Replace

2. SPARK PLUG (See Fig. K)

1) Once the engine has cooled, remove

the spark plug using the socket spanner

supplied.

2) Clean the plug with a wire brush.

3) Using a feeler gauge, set the gap to 0.75mm.

4) Install the spark plug carefully by hand, to

avoid cross-threading.

5) After the spark plug is seated, tighten with

spanner to compress the washer.

3. AIR FILTER (See Fig. L1-L2)

Unclip the air lter cover and remove the sponge

lter element. To avoid objects falling into the air

tank, replace the air lter cover. Wash the lter

element in warm soap water, rinse and allow to

dry naturally. Saturate the air lter element with

fresh engine oil approx 60ml. Wrap the lter in a

clean cloth and squeeze out excess oil for avoid

possible mower starting failure. (Do not wring

out or twist the lter as this will cause damage to

the foam) place air lter into the base.

WARNING! Never run the engine without

the air lter element installed.The

“foam only” style air lter system works

by trapping dirt and debris though the use

of motor oil spread throughout the oil foam

holding medium. A dry or non-oiled oil foam

lter will trap only the largest particles. If

the air lter element is foam only, it MUST be

oiled and serviced regularly. Your foam lter

requires replacement every 3 months or after

25 hours of use, whichever occurs rst, more

often under dusty conditions.

4. CHANGING THE OIL (See Fig. M)

The oil drain plug (22) is located under the oil

ller.

Tilt the lawnmower towards the oil ller, have

a container ready to catch the oil and remove

the drain plug. Once the oil has been emptied,

replace the dipstick and wipe clean any

spillages.

Rell of SAE30 oil. When the dipstick is rested

on the ller pipe, the oil level must be between

the min and max marks on the dipstick. See

‘’Filling with Engine Oil’’. Do not overll.

Start the engine and allow it run briey. Stop the

engine, wait one minute and check the oil level.

Top up if necessary.

5. STORAGE

CAUTION! Fuel left in the fuel tank over the

winter period will become state and the

engine will not start.

For long term storage at the end of the season,

the oil tank should be drained. On the last mow

of the season let the mower run until it stops

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

checking there is no more fuel in the fuel tank.

Then remove the oil drain plug (22) as shown

in Fig M by turning anticlockwise. Check that

there is no more oil being released from engine

and re attached the drain plug by turning in the

clockwise direction.

Make sure the lawnmower has been thoroughly

cleaned before storing it in a clean dry place.

139CC 40CM PETROL LAWN MOWER EN

PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY

Engine will not

turn over

Incorrect oil level. Check oil level.

Obstruction under deck. Remove obstruction.

Engine smokes

Excess oil level. (Blue /white/grey smoke) Check oil level.

Air cleaner cartridge soaked or blocked

(Black smoke).

Service air cleaner.

Engine runs

then stops

Fuel starvation. Fill fuel tank.

Fuel cap vent blocked.

Fuel tap closed.

Clean fuel cap vent.

Check fuel tap position

Engine will not

start

Engine under load. Raise height of cut.

Fuel starvation.

Fill fuel tank.

Check fuel tap position

Engine cold. Set throttle to ‘choke’ position.

Incorrect/contaminated fuel.

Drain fuel tank and ll with correct

fuel.

Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect spark plug lead.

Faulty spark plug. Clean and adjust gap or replace.

Engine runs

rough

Spark plug lead becoming disconnected in

use.

Connect spark plug lead.disconnected in

use.

Faulty spark plug. Clean and adjust gap or replace.

Air cleaner blocked. Service air cleaner.

Incorrect/contaminated fuel. Drain tank and ll with correct fuel.

Engine

vibrates

excessively

Mounting bolts loose. Tighten bolts

Blade bolt loose. Tighten bolt

Blade out of balance. Check/Replace Blade

Bent crankshaft. Consult manufacturer

Uneven cut

Undulating ground conditions Change direction of travel

Blade worn Replace Blade

Blade out of balance Check/Replace Blade

Wheels / roller damaged Inspect and replace as necessary

Discharge

chute blocks

Grass is wet Mow dry grass

Cut height too low Increase cut height

Grass catcher full Empty grass catcher

Airow through the grass catcher is

restricted

Clean the grass catcher

Engine speed too slow Set throttle to Max position

6. TROUBLE SHOOTING

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Mower is hard

to push

Cut height too low Increase cut height

Wheels / roller damaged Inspect and replace as necessary

Poor grass

collection

Airow through grass catcher is restricted Clean the grass catcher

Discharge chute blocked Remove blockage

Wet grass Mow dry grass

Grass catcher full Empty grass catcher

Engine speed too slow Set throttle to Max position

Staple your purchase

receipt here

Before returning this product for

warranty or any other reason, please

call.

POSITEC AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED

ABN 14 101 682 357

Unit 15, 23 Narabang Way Belrose 2085 NSW Australia

FREE CALL 1300 889 028

EMAIL:ofce[email protected].au

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