Goodyear OHV 4-Stroke Gasoline Lawn Mower (Model GY40LM) Instruction Manual

1. Introducció

This instruction manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Goodyear OHV 4-Stroke Gasoline Lawn Mower, Model GY40LM. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the machine to ensure proper use and to prevent injury or damage.

2. Instruccions de seguretat

ADVERTÈNCIA: Si no es segueixen aquestes instruccions de seguretat, es poden produir lesions greus o la mort.

• Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including eye protection, hearing protection, sturdy footwear, and long pants, when operating the lawn mower.
• Keep children, pets, and bystanders at a safe distance (at least 15 meters) from the operating area.
• Inspect the area before mowing and remove any objects that could be thrown by the blades, such as rocks, sticks, or toys.
• Never operate the mower in wet grass, on steep slopes, or when visibility is poor.
• Turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance, cleaning, or clearing blockages.
• Reompliu el dipòsit en una zona ben ventilada amb el motor apagat i fred. No fumeu mentre ompliu el dipòsit.
• Assegureu-vos que totes les proteccions i dispositius de seguretat estiguin al seu lloc i funcionin correctament abans de l'operació.
• Do not modify the lawn mower in any way. Use only genuine replacement parts.

3. Components mésview

Familiarize yourself with the main parts of your Goodyear lawn mower:

• Motor: OHV 4-Stroke, 132 cc, 2.5 kW / 3.35 HP (2800 rpm).
• Xassís: Durable plastic construction for easy cleaning.
• Manillar: Plegable per a un emmagatzematge compacte.
• Rodes: 6-inch (152 mm) wheels with 3-position height adjustment.
• Bossa de recollida d'herba: 35-liter capacity.
• Plataforma de tall: 39 cm (16 inches) cutting width.
• Dipòsit de combustible: Capacitat de 800 ml.
• Dipòsit d'oli: Capacitat de 400 ml.

Figura 1: Mésview of the Goodyear OHV 4-Stroke Gasoline Lawn Mower.

Figura 2: superior view of the engine, highlighting the 132cc displacement.

Figura 3: Detallada view of the OHV engine.

4. Muntatge i muntatge

Follow these steps to prepare your lawn mower for first use:

1. Desembalatge: Traieu amb cura tots els components de l'embalatge. Comproveu si hi ha algun dany o si falten peces.
2. Muntatge del manillar: Unfold the handlebar and secure it in the operating position. Ensure all locking mechanisms are engaged. The handlebar is designed to be foldable for compact storage.
3. Accessori per a la bossa de recollida d'herba: Assemble the grass collection bag if required, then attach it securely to the rear discharge opening of the mower.
4. Afegeix oli de motor: Before starting, fill the engine oil tank (400 ml capacity) with the recommended 4-stroke engine oil. Refer to the engine manual for specific oil type. Do not overfill.
5. Afegeix combustible: Fill the fuel tank (800 ml capacity) with fresh, unleaded gasoline. Use a funnel to prevent spills. Do not fill the tank completely; leave space for expansion.

Figure 4: Detail of the foldable handlebar mechanism.

Figure 5: Rear discharge and grass collection bag attachment.

5. Instruccions de funcionament

Operating your lawn mower safely and effectively:

1. Ajustar l'alçada de tall: The cutting height can be adjusted between 1.2 and 2.6 inches (30-66 mm) using the 3-position height adjustment on the wheels. Select a height appropriate for your lawn conditions.
2. Arrencada del motor:
   • Assegureu-vos que el cable de la bugia estigui ben connectat.
   • Prime the engine if necessary (refer to engine manual).
   • Engage the safety bail lever on the handlebar.
   • Estireu fermament el cordó d'arrencada fins que el motor arrenqui.
3. Sega: Push the mower forward in overlapping rows. The cutting width is 39 cm. For best results, mow when the grass is dry. The mower features a rear discharge system.
4. Aturar el motor: Release the safety bail lever to stop the engine.

Figure 6: Wheels with height adjustment mechanism.

Figure 7: Lawn mower in operation on a lawn.

6. Manteniment

Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance and extends the life of your lawn mower:

• Neteja: After each use, turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug. Remove the grass collection bag and empty it. The plastic chassis allows for easy cleaning with a hose. Ensure no water enters the engine or electrical components.
• Inspecció de la fulla: Regularly inspect the cutting blade for sharpness and damage. A dull or damaged blade can lead to poor cutting performance and excessive vibration. Replace or sharpen as needed.
• Canvi d'oli: Change the engine oil according to the schedule in the engine manual, typically after the first 5 hours of use and then every 25-50 hours or annually.
• Filtre d'aire: Reviseu i netegeu el filtre d'aire regularment. Un filtre d'aire brut pot reduir el rendiment del motor.
• Bujía: Inspeccioneu i netegeu la bugia periòdicament. Substituïu-la si està desgastada o bruta.
• Emmagatzematge: For long-term storage, drain the fuel tank or add a fuel stabilizer. Clean the mower thoroughly. Store in a dry, protected area. The foldable handlebar allows for compact storage.

7. Solució De Problemes

Aquesta secció tracta els problemes habituals que podeu trobar:

• El motor no arrenca:
  • Comproveu el nivell de combustible.
  • Ensure spark plug wire is connected.
  • Reviseu la bugia per si hi ha brutícia o danys.
  • Verify safety bail lever is engaged.
• Rendiment de tall baix:
  • Blade may be dull or damaged.
  • Cutting height may be too low for grass conditions.
  • Grass collection bag may be full or clogged.
• Vibració excessiva:
  • Blade may be bent or unbalanced.
  • Subjeccions soltes.
• Engine Loses Power:
  • El filtre d'aire pot estar brut.
  • Low fuel or stale fuel.
  • Spark plug issue.

Si els problemes persisteixen després de seguir aquests passos, consulteu un tècnic de servei qualificat.

8. Especificacions

9. Garantia i Suport

For warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or contact Goodyear customer support. Keep your proof of purchase for warranty claims.

For technical assistance or to order replacement parts, please contact your local Goodyear service center or visit the official Goodyear weblloc.