Full Product Manual
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Allow the engine to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines
for the mower only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed
maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Service Center or to schedule service,
contact your dealer or see the service/warranty supplement packed with the mower.
IMPORTANT: See the Engine Operator’s manual packed with the mower for engine
specific service and maintenance schedule.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Each
use
Annually
Before
Storage
Service Log
Check engine oil level
P
Check that all hardware is in place & secure and tight
P P
Clean grass, chaff and/or accumulated debris from around the engine, exhaust
and the top of the mower.
P
Check blade stopping time is within 3 seconds
P
Lube control linkages/pivots and wheels with light oil
P
Clean underside of mower deck
P
Check mower blade and engine mounting bolt torque*
P
Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or add stabilizer to a full tank of fresh
fuel prior to storage.
P
*Mower blade bolt torque: Min. 37.5 ft-lbs (50.8 N-m), Max. 50.0 ft-lbs (67.8 N-m). Engine mounting bolt torque: Min. 29.2 ft-lbs (39.6 N-m), Max. 41.7 ft-lbs (56.3 N-m).
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage
all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any
adjustments or repairs.
Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start
1. Blade control disengaged.
2. Spark plug boot disconnected.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Engine not primed (If equipped with primer).
5. Faulty spark plug.
6. Engine flooded.
7. Blocked fuel line.
1. Engage blade control.
2. Connect wire to spark boot.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Wait a few minutes to restart.
7. Contact your Parts & Repair Center to have fuel line cleaned.
Engine runs erratic 1. Spark plug boot loose.
2. Stale fuel.
3. Vent in gas cap plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Blocked fuel line.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug boot.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Refer to Air Cleaner Maintenance in the Engine Manual.
6. Contact your Parts & Repair Center to have fuel line cleaned.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.
2. Air flow restricted.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean area around and on top of engine.
Occasional skips (hesitates) 1. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Adjust gap. Refer to Spark Plug Maintenance in Engine Manual.
Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Reset gap or replace spark plug.
2. Refer to Air Cleaner Maintenance in the Engine Manual.