40CM HAND PUSH PETROL LAWNMOWER

40CM HAND PUSH

PETROL LAWNMOWER

Item No. 644305

Model No. XSS40H

HHGL Limited, MK9 1BA. HHGL (ROI) Limited, D02 X576 Oct 22

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly.

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CONTENTS

General safety warning 3

Intended use 8

Warnings symbols 8

In the box 10

Preparing to assemble the lawnmower 12

Preparing to operate the lawnmower 15

Operating the lawnmower 17

Maintenance 21

Troubleshooting 28

Technical data 29

Disposal 30

Getting help 30

Warranty 31

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and

instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

may result in re and/or serious injury.

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and

instructions designated by the symbol.

Save all warnings and instructions for

future reference.

• Always ensure anyone intending to operate this

lawnmower is fully conversant with the contents

of this instruction manual prior to assembling,

maintaining or operating the lawnmower.

• Perform assembly operations as described in

this manual. Failure to observe this warning may

lead to serious injury, death, or damage to the

lawnmower.

• Always take care when removing the packaging to

prevent damage to you or to the lawnmower.

IMPORTANT! Before assembling the lawnmower,

check all the parts indicated in the manual are in

the box. Inspect all the parts for signs of damage.

Do not assemble the lawnmower if you observe any

damaged components.

NOTE! This lawnmower complies with the Noise

Emission Directive 2000/14/EC.

GENERAL SAFETY

• Keep this operating and maintenance manual in a

safe place for reference at a later date.

• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with

the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local

regulations can restrict the age of the operator.

• Never mow while people, especially children or

pets, are nearby. Keep in mind that the operator

or user is responsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people or their property.

• This appliance is not intended for use by people

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience

and knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning use of the

appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Do not touch the rotating blade.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• While mowing, always wear substantial

footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the

equipment when barefoot or wearing open-toed

sandals.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to be used and remove all objects

which can be thrown by the machine.

• Petrol is highly ammable; store fuel in

containers specically designed for this

purpose.

A. Refuel outdoors only, and do not smoke while

refuelling.

B. Add fuel before starting the engine. Never

remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol

while the engine is running, or when the engine

is hot.

C. If petrol 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 petrol vapours have dissipated.

D. Replace all fuel tank and container caps

securely.

• Replace faulty silencers.

• Prior to use, 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.

OPERATION SAFETY

• Do not operate the engine in a conned space

where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can

collect.

• Mow only in daylight or in good articial light.

• Avoid operating the equipment on wet grass,

where feasible.

• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

• Walk, never run.

• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and

down.

• Exercise extreme caution when changing

direction on slopes.

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling

the lawnmower towards you.

• Stop the blade 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.

• Never operate the lawnmower with defective

guards, or without safety devices, for example

deectors and/or grass catchers, in place.

• Do not change the engine governor settings or

over speed the engine.

• Start the engine carefully according to

instructions and with feet well away from the

blade.

• Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the

engine.

• Do not start the engine without the grass

collector located.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge

opening at all times.

• Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the

engine is running.

• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug

cable, making sure that all moving parts have

come to a complete stop.

a) Before clearing blockages or unclogging the

chute.

b) Before checking, cleaning or working on the

lawnmower.

c) After striking a foreign object, inspect the

lawnmower for damage and make repairs before

restarting and operating the lawnmower.

d) If the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally,

check immediately.

• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug

wire, make sure that all moving parts have

come to a complete stop before refuelling.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure

the equipment is in safe working condition.

Never store the equipment with petrol in the

tank inside a building where fumes can reach an

open ame or spark.

Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

To reduce the re hazard, keep the engine,

silencer, and petrol storage area free of grass,

leaves, or excessive grease.

Check the grass bag frequently for wear or

deterioration.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

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

done outdoors.

INTENDED USE

This mower is designed for domestic lawn mowing

only. Use in any other way is considered contrary to

the intended use. Compliance with the operation,

service and repair, as specied in this handbook, also

constitutes essential elements of the intended use.

WARNINGS SYMBOLS

Read instruction handbook before operating this

machine.

Keep bystanders away.

Beware of sharp blades - remove spark plug lead

before maintenance.

No naked ames.

Appropriate ear, eye, and head protection (PPE) must

be worn.

Hot surfaces will burn ngers or palms.

Warning! The lawnmower exhaust gas contains toxic

substances. Do not run the engine in closed or poorly

ventilated areas.

Blade continues to rotate for a period after the

machine is switched o. Do not touch the blade until

all the machine components have been stopped

completely.

The product complies with the applicable European

directives and an evaluation method of conformity for

these directives was done.

The product complies with the applicable UK directives

and an evaluation method of conformity for these

directives was done.

Sound level data (96 dB) in accordance with Directive

2000/14/EC.

IN THE BOX

PARTS

1. Upper handle with soft grip

2. Start/Stop bar

3. Handle xing knob & square neck bolts x 2

4. Grass collection bag

5. Lower handle

6. Height adjustment handle

7. Wheel

8. Engine

9. Deck

10. Cable clips x 1

11. Rope guide

12. Spark plug spanner+screwdriver

13. Self-tapping screws x 2

You will also need:

- SAE 30 or 4-stroke oil - Unleaded fuel - Funnel

If there are any parts missing, please call the customer

helpline on 01904 727509.

PREPARING TO ASSEMBLE THE

LAWNMOWER

WARNING!

Always take care when removing the packaging, to prevent

damage to you or to the lawnmower.

This item requires a two-person lift to remove it from the

packaging. Make sure that you have sucient space to put

the lawnmower down. Keep your feet apart so that you have

a stable position; bend at the knees and keep your back

straight.

Always recycle the packaging in accordance with local

recycling schemes.

STEP 1 - ASSEMBLE THE LOWER HANDLE

Remove the packaging from the handle.

Insert the lower handle into the deck, as shown, for each side.

Ensure the hole in the lower handle correspond to the hole in

the deck, and x the lower handle with a self-tapping screw.

STEP 2 - ASSEMBLE THE UPPER HANDLE

Lift the upper handle, and lock in place using the handle

tension knob and nuts. Make sure that you attach the rope

guide between the handle and tension knob.

Ensure the lower and upper handles are rmly connected.

When you stand behind the mower, ensure the rope guide is

on the right handle.

3a. Firstly, attach the grass bag to the frame by xing all

plastic hooks.

3b. Raise the safety ap, and hook the collection bag onto the

mower. Release the safety ap.

STEP 4 - ATTACH THE CABLE CLIP

Ensure that the cable clips supplied are used to x the cable

to the lower handle.

STOP!

Do not start the engine before putting 400ml of SAE 30 oil

into the engine.

Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the

engine and invalidate your warranty.

STEP 3 - ASSEMBLE THE GRASS BAG

3a 3b

PREPARING TO OPERATE THE LAWNMOWER

STEP 1 - FILLING WITH ENGINE OIL

IMPORTANT

The following procedures and adjustments must be

performed before the engine is started. Do not attempt to

make any of these adjustments while the engine is running.

Always use high-quality detergent oil classied SAE 30 oil

(or equivalent, e.g. 5W 30, often termed as 4-stroke lawn

mower oil). Only use additives recommended by the engine

manufacturer. To prolong the life of your engine, it is

important that the oil is changed after the rst 5 hours of use.

Using non-detergent oil can shorten the engines service life,

and using 2-stroke oil will damage the engine.

To prevent engine damage, the engine is shipped without oil

or petrol. The engine must be lled with the correct grade of

oil and petrol before starting the engine.

Running the engine with a low oil level will cause irreparable

engine damage.

Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the

mower on a level surface.

Remove the oil ller dipstick and wipe oil from it with a clean

cloth.

Insert the dipstick into the oil ller neck but do not screw it in.

Then remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil

level must be between the min. and max. marks on the

dipstick. If near the lower level, ll to the upper level with the

recommended oil (SAE 30 or equivalent). Do not overll. Wipe

away any spilt oil.

STEP 2 - FILLING WITH ENGINE FUEL

WARNING! 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 refuelled or

where petrol is stored. Avoid repeated or prolonged

contact with skin or inhalation of vapour.

CAUTION! Petrol is highly 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 petrol ller cap before removing

the cap. Remove the warning tag and check the fuel level.

2. Rell the tank if the fuel level is low. Always use clean, fresh

unleaded petrol. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be

used within 30 days. Never mix oil with petrol.

3. Refuel carefully to avoid overlling or spilling fuel to allow

for expansion. There should be no fuel in the ller neck.

4. Clean up any overow or splashes of petrol before starting

the engine.

5. Tighten the ller cap after lling, nger tight only.

NOTE! The Sovereign 40cm Hand Push Lawnmower has a

maximum fuel capacity of 800ml.

OPERATING THE LAWNMOWER

STEP 1 - SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT

WARNING! The blade can cause serious injury.

Before adjusting the mower height, stop the engine

and wait for the mower blade to stop completely.

1. Pull the lever towards the wheel, then move it forward or

backward to adjust the cutting height.

2. Move it to any one of the 5 positions for the desired cutting

height.

3. Return lever into the securing plate.

NOTE! 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.

To start the engine, make sure that the spark plug cap is

located on the plug and the machine is lled with sucient oil

and petrol.

1-1 Press the primer bulb (A) 3-5 times

When starting a cold engine, press down the primer fully 3-5

times.

STEP 2 - STARTING THE ENGINE

WARNING! Do not operate the machine in enclosed

or poorly ventilated areas as the exhaust gas contains

toxic substances. 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.

1 Starting procedure quick guide for cold start

PRIMER BULB 3~5

TIMES FOR COLD START

STOP/START-LEVER

CLOSED

PULL STARTING

HANDLE

1 2 3

PRIMER BULB 3~5

TIMES FOR COLD START

STOP/START-LEVER

CLOSED

PULL STARTING

HANDLE

Pressing the primer button too many times could cause

the engine to ood.

NOTE! When starting a warm engine, the primer does not

need to be used. If the engine stops due to a lack of petrol,

rell and press down the primer 3-5 times.

1-2 Start/Stop bar activation

Pull the Start/Stop bar towards you.

1-3 Pull cord handle

With the right hand, slowly but rmly pull the starter handle

and rope from the pull cord guide until you feel resistance,

then pull briskly. If the engine fails to start after three pulls,

repeat the start process. When the engine starts, return the

starter rope to the pull cord guide gently.

Do not use the primer bulb for hot start.

STEP 3 - TO STOP, RELEASE STOP/START BAR

Failure to start

If the engine won’t start after you have operated the starter

several times, the engine may be ooded with excess fuel.

Use the following procedure to clear and start a ooded

engine:

A. Release the stop/start bar.

B. Remove the spark plug, dry it, and then reinstall it.

Install the spark plug carefully by hand, to avoid cross-

threading. After the plug is seated, tighten 1/8 to 1/4 turns

with socket spanner of spark plug to compress the washer.

C. Pull the stop/start bar towards the upper handle.

D. Operate the starter as described above.

STEP 4 – MOWING

WARNING! Always observe the strictest safety

procedures when using the lawnmower.

Mowing with grass bag

Start the engine and allow it to run. See ‘Step-2 Starting the

engine’.

Keep a rm grip on the upper handle with the stop/start

bar and push the lawnmower forward and walk along with

it, never run with the mower. Be very careful when mowing

uneven or rough ground.

WARNING! Do not use the mower on a steep slope of

more than 15°. Be careful when changing the direction

of the mower on a slope.

NOTE!

The best result will be achieved if the grass is dry. Wet grass

will tend to clog the blade and the grass collection system.

Grass grows at dierent rates at dierent 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 eciently, the

grass discharge chute may be blocked, the grass bag may be

full, or the underside of the mower deck may be clogged.

STEP 5 - EMPTYING THE GRASS BAG

Raise the discharge ap with one hand and remove the grass

bag using its handle with your other hand. To maintain safety,

the discharge ap will close back to cover the mulching plug

when you release the ap.

Empty the grass debris in the grass collection bag and ret the

bag. If any grass residues are caught in the discharge chute,

clean it using a brush.

MAINTENANCE

STORING THE LAWNMOWER FOR SHORT PERIODS

After mowing, please follow the actions below prior to placing

the lawnmower in storage:

• Allow the engine to fully cool.

• Ensure the grass bag is empty.

• Clean all debris from under the mower deck.

• Store the lawnmower on a at and level surface, with all 4

wheels on the ground.

• Store in a safe place which is not accessible by children or

people who are not familiar with operation.

STORING THE LAWNMOWER FOR EXTENDED

PERIODS

CAUTION! Do not empty the petrol tank in enclosed

areas, near re or when smoking. Petrol fumes can

cause explosions and re.

If the lawnmower is to be placed into storage at the end of the

season, or if the mower is not to be used for a longer period

than 6 weeks, storage maintenance must be performed on

the lawnmower.

The temperature uctuations cause condensation, which

contaminates fuel and causes starting problems. Simply

emptying the machine of fuel will prevent this.

1. Empty the petrol tank with a petrol suction pump, if

available, or use the tipping method.

2. Start the engine and let it run until any remaining petrol

has been used up.

3. Change the oil at the end of every season. To do so,

remove the used engine oil from a warm engine and rell

with fresh oil.

4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. Fill the

cylinder with approx. 20ml of oil from an oil can. Slowly

pull back the starter handle, which will bathe the cylinder

wall with oil. Screw the spark plug back in.

5. Clean the cooling ns of the cylinder and the housing.

6. Be sure to clean the entire machine to protect the paint.

7. Store the machine in a well-ventilated place.

NOTE! Alternatively, adding Briggs & Stratton FUEL FIT to

the fuel will prevent contaminated fuel. Not all additives

on the market do this. FUEL FIT can be ordered via

www.coreservice.co.uk

PREPARATION TO RE-USE

Check the oil level before starting the engine and ensure there

is sucient oil, see page 7.

Check the spark plug is inserted correctly, see page 25.

Fill engine with fresh unleaded fuel, see page 16.

Follow starting procedure, see page 18.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

WARNING!

- Before you tip the lawn mower onto its side, completely

empty the fuel tank using a petrol suction pump.

- Never turn the mower upside down.

- Before commencing any maintenance, always disconnect the

spark plug.

Performing routine maintenance correctly on your

lawnmower will ensure you get years of trouble-free use.

Please keep this manual safe for future reference.

It is recommended that the following maintenance schedule is

adhered to. This will ensure the lawnmower operates correctly

and is safe to use.

after every

use

12 hours

of use

24 hours

of use

36 hours

of use

Cleaning clean clean clean clean

Air lter clean clean replace

Spark plug check clean replace

Engine oil check check replace check

Cutting

blade

check check check replace

The engine oil should be changed after the rst 5 hours.

CLEANING

To ensure long life and good performance of the machine,

it’s important to keep the machine clean and well lubricated.

Make sure the chute is clean and under the deck is cleared

from wet debris. (See also short term storage).

- Do not allow grass cuttings and other debris to become

dry and hard on any of the mower surfaces. This will directly

aect the cutting and grass collection performance. Make sure

that the underside of the lawnmower deck is clean and clear.

- Never clean the lawn mower with a water jet or high-

pressure cleaner. The engine must remain dry. Do not

use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents, such as cold

degreasers or petroleum ether.

CLEANING OR REPLACING AIR FILTER

WARNING! Never run the engine without the air lter

element installed.

1. Loosen the fastener that holds the cover.

2. Open the cover and remove the lter.

3. To loosen debris, gently tap the lter on a hard surface. If

the lter is excessively dirty, replace with a new lter.

4. Install the lter.

5. Install the cover tabs into the slots.

6. Close the cover and secure with the fastener.

CLEANING OR REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG

2a Once the engine has cooled, pull o the spark plug boot

with a twist. Remove the spark plug using the socket spanner

supplied.

2b Clean the plug with a wire brush.

2c Using a feeler gauge, set the gap to 0.7mm.

2d Install the spark plug carefully by hand to avoid

cross-threading.

2e After the spark plug is seated, tighten with the spanner to

compress the washer.

CHANGING THE OIL

Tilt the lawnmower towards the oil ller, have a container

ready to catch the oil, and remove the dipstick. Once the oil

has been emptied, wipe clean any spillages.

Rell with 400ml SAE 30 oil or equivalent, i.e. SAE 5W/30, SAE

10W/30). 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 to run briey.

Stop the engine, wait one minute and check the oil level. Top

up if necessary.

0.7-0.8 mm0.7-0.8 mm

REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE

WARNING! USE GLOVES.

- Before you remove the grass collection bag, stop the engine

and wait until the blade stops completely.

- You will need garden gloves (not provided) and a spanner

wrench to remove the blade.

- Always handle the blade with care - sharp edges could cause

injury.

- Don’t hold the blade by hand directly.

Replace your metal blade after 50 hours mowing or after

2 years, which ever is sooner regardless of condition.

Regularly check your blade. If the cut of your grass is poor, the

blade might be blunt. Damaged blades not only result in a bad

cut, they cause excessive vibration and uneconomical running

of the engine. If the blade has worn excessively and become

pitted and blunt, it should be replaced or sharpened.

NOTE! The blade carrier is designed to break under heavy

blade impact to protect the machine. If this happens, also

replace the blade carrier. This can be purchased from

www.coreservice.co.uk

Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt by 40 N∙m

1. Tip the machine slightly towards the oil ller pipe and

reach under the deck.

2. Hold the blade and unscrew the blade bolt

counterclockwise using a spanner wrench. Remove the

washer and the blade.

3. Inspect the blade adaptor for any signs of damage.

4. Fit a new blade, locate the blade on the two studs on the

blade ange and then replace the washer and bolts.

5. Check the washer is still slightly domed to keep the

pressure on the bolt to stop it unwinding, keeping the

blade rmly secure. Then replace the washer (right way

around!) and bolts.

6. Make sure the blade is correctly located, and then rmly

tighten the bolt. Do not over tighten. The up turn of the

blade must project into the motor compartment.

NOTE! If you are unsure about performing this operation, call

our helpline or go to an authorised dealer to change the blade

for you.

List of consumable parts:

F6RTC Spark plug 1050849000 Blade bolt

1052404000 Collection grass bag 1003108000 Fixing knob

1181206 Blade

Parts can be ordered via www.coreservice.co.uk

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!

- Always switch o the engine and pull the ignition

cable before starting any inspection or adjustment

work.

- If after making an adjustment or repair to the engine

you let it run for a few minutes, remember that the

exhaust and other parts will get hot.

The following table provides solutions to common problems

encountered with the lawnmower:

Fault Possible cause Solution

Loud while

running,

machine

vibrates heavily

- Screws are loose

- Blade fasteners

are loose

- Blade is

unbalanced

- Check screws

- Check blade

fasteners

- Replace blade

Engine does

not start

- Start/stop bar not

pressed

- Primer bulb is

empty

- Spark plug is

defective

- Fuel tank is

empty

- Engine may be

ooded

- Press start/stop

bar

- Press primer

bulb 3~5 times

- Replace spark

plug

- Rell with fuel

- Remove plug and

dry, see page 24

Engine runs

unsteadily

- Air lter is soiled

- Spark plug is

soiled

- Clean the air

lter

- Clean the spark

plug

Uneven

mowing results

- Blade is blunt

- Cutting height is

too low

- Sharpen the

blade

- Set correct height

Unsatisfactory

grass collection

- Cutting height is

too low

- Blade is worn

- grass bag is

clogged

- Set correct height

- Replace the

blade

- Empty the grass

bag

TECHNICAL DATA

Property Value

Model No. XSS40H

Engine type Single cylinder 4-stroke

Engine displacement 132cm

Rated engine power 2.6kW / 3600 rpm

Max. operation engine speed 2900/min

Cutting height 25~75mm/ 5 positions

Cutting width 40cm

Grass bag capacity 45L

Ignition T.C.I

Fuel tank capacity 0.8L

Oil tank capacity 0.4L

Sound pressure level 72.97 dB(A), K

=0 dB(A)

Sound power level 93 dB(A), K

=2.8 dB(A)

Guaranteed sound power level 96 dB(A)

Vibration

Left :4.48 m/s

Right:4.97m/s

Spark type F6RTC

Net weight 17.1kg

DISPOSAL

The lawnmower and its accessories are made of various

recyclable materials. Dispose of the lawnmower in accordance

with your local recycling regulations.

GETTING HELP

Our dedicated UK-based customer helpline is open 7 days a

week to assist you with assembly, parts queries and technical

support. We are open during oce hours but you can always

send an email via [email protected]. Our experts

are here to get you back enjoying your garden in no time.

For useful assembly, starting and maintenance videos, and

ordering spares, please visit www.coreservice.co.uk.

Calling our service does not aect your statutory rights.

WARRANTY

This product is covered by a 1 year warranty.

The warranty covers any manufacturing defect in materials,

workmanship and nish.

Any claim under this warranty must be made by going to your

nearest Homebase store, taking your proof of purchase with

you, and claims must be made within 1 year of the date of

purchase.

We will oer you a free repair of the item where this is

possible, or a replacement or a refund. Your statutory rights

remain unaected, in particular any rights you may have

under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

This warranty is given by HHGL Limited, MK9 1BA, HHGL (ROI)

Limited, D02 X576.

Please note: This warranty does not apply to products

misused or neglected and only covers domestic use. It does

not apply to commercial use of the product. In addition, the

warranty will be void for the following reasons: Any damage

resulting from product misuse or product neglect.