Full Product Manual

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Problem Cause Remedy
Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting blade.
1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. Replace blade.
Mower will not mulch grass 1. Wet grass.
2. Excessively high grass.
3. Dull blade.
1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut.
2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting path.
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly.
2. Dull blade.
1. Adjust cutting height lever on right front and right rear wheel to same position.
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
Mower will not self propel 1. Belt not installed properly.
2. Debris clogging drive operation.
3. Damaged or worn belt.
1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement.
2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris.
3. Inspect and, if necessary, see your Parts & Repair Center to have belt replaced.
General Recommendations
• Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
• The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from
warranty, operator must maintain the mower as instructed here.
• Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty.
Lubrication
Blade Control
Lubricate pivot points on the blade control
at least once a season with light oil.
This control must operate freely in both
directions. See Figure 12.
Wheels
Lubricate all wheel hubs/axles at least
once a season with light oil. See Figure 12.
Engine Maintenance
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your mower for a detailed
description of all engine-related service specifications.
Clean Engine
• Daily or before every use, clean grass, chaff or accumulated debris from
engine. Keep linkage, spring, and controls clean. Keep area around and behind
muffler free of any combustible debris.
• Keeping engine clean allows air movement around engine.
• Engine parts should be kept clean to reduce the risk of overheating and
ignition of accumulated debris.
CAUTION
Do not use water to clean engine parts. Water could contaminate fuel
system. Use a brush or dry cloth.
Figure 12
Mower Maintenance
Deck Wash (If Equipped)
Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a deck wash system. Use the deck wash to
rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive
chemicals. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING:
1. Push the mower to a level, clear location on your lawn. Ensure your garden
hose can reach your mower.
CAUTION
Make certain the mower’s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your
house, garage, parked cars, etc.
2. Remove the fast attach deck wash nozzle from the mower deck and thread it
onto the end of your garden hose.
3. Attach garden hose with the deck
wash nozzle to the water port on
your deck’s surface. See Figure 13.
4. Turn the water ON.
5. Start the engine as described in the
Engine Operator’s Manual.
6. Run the engine for a minimum
of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to
thoroughly rinse.
7. Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.
8. Turn the water OFF and detach the deck wash nozzle from the water port on
your deck’s surface.
9. After cleaning your deck, restart the mower. Keep the engine and blade
running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the cutting
deck to thoroughly dry.
Figure 13