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Alroh Warranty

Refer to your warranty card for terms and conditions.

Model No …..……………… … Serial No …………………..

Service Record

Your Local Alroh Dealer

Date Purchased Initial Oil Change

1st Year Service 2nd Year Service

3rd Year Service 4th Year Service

5th Year Service 6th Year Service

7th Year Service 8th Year Service

9th Year Service 10th Year Service

11th Year Service 12th Year Service

RESIDENTIAL CYLINDER MOWER

OWNER’S MANUAL

Manufactured by M.E.Y. Equipment

200 Collier Road, Bayswater WA 6053

Tel 08 9370 1110 Fax 08 9370 2566

www.alroh.com.au Established 1951

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ALROH MOWER

CONTROLS & BENEFITS

Congratulations

Thank you for buying a quality designed and manufactured Australian made

product. Before operating the mower, we recommend that you read this op-

erating guide and the engine manual. THINK SAFETY AT ALL TIMES!

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Cutting Height

It is important to set your mower to the correct cutting height to

suit your lawn type. This could vary from 35mm for the new style

soft buffalo to 8mm for the bowling green finish!

The cutting height might also be changed on a seasonal basis.

Scalping a lawn during the winter can take a long time to recover

and cause stress in hot dry summer spells.

Fortunately, your Alroh mower has a robust quick turn knob to

allow easy height changes to be made. Clockwise turns raise the

cutting height and anticlockwise lowers it. Tilting the mower to lift

the front roller off the ground makes it easier to turn the knob

when raising the cutting height.

Uneven Cutting

Your Alroh mower has been fitted with independent adjusters for

both the front and rear rollers on the non chaincase side.

These have been preset at the factory but should they become mis-

aligned due to a severe knock or dropping, we recommend that

you consult your local authorised dealer for adjustment.

Chains & Belts

Periodic adjustment of the mower belts and drive chain is required

during the life of the mower. We recommend annual service of the

mower by your local authorized dealer so that these adjustments

can be made.

Correct chain and belt tension will ensure that the pulleys and

sprockets will give long and reliable service.

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Cutting Units

The Alroh mower cuts the grass with a clean scissor like action as

the spinning cylinder/reel passes the bottom blade. Regular ad-

justment is required to maintain a light brushing contact between

the cylinder and the entire length of the bottom blade.

On all Alroh mowers, the cutting cylinder is firmly fixed in posi-

tion and the bottom blade is pivoted upwards to maintain the fine

cutting action.

Adjusters are located left and right on the front edge of the de-

flector plate. Loosen the front nuts by turning anti-clockwise

about 1/8th of a turn and then tighten the rear nuts by turning in

the same anti-clockwise direction. Continue evenly left and right

until light contact has been restored.

A piece of paper or a blade of grass can be used to test the cut.

Regular fine blade adjustment will extend the time before the

blades will need sharpening.

Excessive pressure between the cutting blades will indicate that

the mower needs sharpening so as to avoid slipping belts, stalling

the engine and premature blade wear.

Occasionally, accidental damage can be caused to the corners of

the bottom blade when hard objects are hit. This can cause an

alarming noise. By reclining the mower slightly and manually

rotating the cutting cylinder it will be possible to determine which

end is causing the problem and an adjustable spanner can be used

to lightly bend that end of the bottom blade away from the cylin-

der.

If the lawn has become overgrown, it is recommended to cut only

a third of the leaf height at one time and return soon after for a

second lower cut until the required finish is achieved.

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Safety—Caution

• Know your machine & read these instructions

• Keep hands & feet clear of the blades & moving parts.

• Stop the engine before clearing obstructions or working on the

mower.

• Check all nuts, bolts and screws often, always be sure the mower is

in safe condition and use only genuine replacement parts.

• Learn how to stop the mower in event of an emergency

• Adjust the engine revs with the throttle to a comfortable speed for

you.

• Do not operate in a confined space where exhaust fumes (carbon

monoxide) can collect.

• Check your lawn is free of obstructions, stones, metal or other

items likely to damage the blades.

• People, pets & children should be kept clear when mowing

• Only allow people familiar with these instructions to mow

• For first timers, why not practice manoeuvring the mower without

the cutting cylinder rotating. Gain confidence and remember you

should be in control!

• When loading the mower onto a trailer or into a car boot, ask for

assistance, avoid twisting and keep your back straight.

• Always refuel the mower outside or in a well ventilated area. Do

not smoke

• Mow across slopes, never up and down. The split ratchet rear

roller on the 54D models will freewheel down hill.

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

• Disengage the cutting cylinder when crossing gravel drives, walks

or roads.

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Starting Procedure

• Prior to starting, check oil and fuel levels. We recommend

plain unleaded petrol rather than Premium be used.

• Turn the fuel and engine switch to the on positions.

• Check that the two clutch levers are disengaged (as illustra-

tion).

• The choke may need to be engaged for the first start.

• Set the throttle lever to a medium speed (half way).

• Pull the recoil starter in a smooth motion and avoid reaching

the limit of the rope. Return the handle to the start position be-

fore releasing it.

• Once started, disengage the choke and adjust the engine revs to

allow smooth operation of the clutch controls.

• Remember that the cutting cylinder and the rear roller drive

clutches can be operated independently for easy control.

• Use the height adjuster knob to obtain the best cutting level for

your turf conditions.

Stopping Procedure

• Disengage the two clutch levers.

• Turn the engine stop switch to the off position.

• If this fails to stop the engine, engaging the choke will nor-

mally stop the engine or by removing the spark plug lead.

• Always stop the engine before working on the mower.

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Maintenance

Lubrication: Alroh Residential mowers are all fitted with

sealed bearings to give a long maintenance free performance.

Cleaning: Avoid using a hose or pressure washer to clean the

mower as this may force water into the bearings and engine.

Compressed air or a blower can be used to clean the mower and a

quick wipe over with a lightly oiled rag will help preserve the

mower finish.

Engine: Follow the engine manufacturer’s recommendations

for regular maintenance.

Air Filter: Clean, dust free, air is essential for the long life of

your engine. Dirty filters restrict air flow, causing the engine to

burn excessive fuel and reduce performance.

Oil Check: When checking the oil level ensure the engine is

standing level to obtain an accurate reading.

Oil Change: We recommend an early oil change at the end

of the first month to remove impurities from manufacture and that

the engine oil should be replaced at least annually. These engines

have no oil filter and rely on regular changes of oil to give long

reliable service. Run the engine till warm, stop the engine, re-

move the sump plug at the rear of the engine and catch the waste

oil in a bowl such as an ice cream container. Refill to the required

oil level using the manufacturer’s recommended oil.

Transit: Avoid tipping the mower backwards either in transit

or for service as this may allow the engine oil to pass into the cyl-

inder head, carburettor and exhaust. The mower handle should

not be lower than 45cm off the ground but can be rested on a

chair to adjust the blades.