Full Product Manual

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PRODUCT CARE
WARNING
Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting
problems.
b. Use a fuel stabilizer for storage between 30 and 90 days:
• Read the product manufacturer’s instructions and
recommendations.
• Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct amount of stabilizer for the
capacity (approximately 3 gallons) of the fuel system.
• Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 2-3
minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor.
c. Emptying the fuel system for storage of more than 90 days:
• Prior to putting the mower in storage, monitor fuel consumption
with the goal of running the fuel tank empty.
• Run the engine until it begins to stall. Use the choke to keep the
engine running until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted.
• Referring to the Engine Operator’s Manual, drain the fuel from the
carburetor bowl.
3. Clean the engine and the entire mower thoroughly.
4. Fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at the battery to
prevent possible discharge. Recharge the battery periodically when in storage.
Note: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods of sub-freezing
temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location where temperatures are above
freezing.
5. Lubricate all lubrication points.
Note: Using a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended for cleaning
your mower. It may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys,
bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce
serviceability.
REMOVING THE MOWER FROM STORAGE
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure.
3. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is
operating properly.
5. Drive the mower without a load to make certain all the mower systems are
functioning properly.
Adjustments
WARNING
Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake
before making adjustments. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when
handling the blades.
MOWER TRACKING
If your mower tracks to the left or right, a tracking adjustment is needed. See Figure 25.
To adjust the tracking, use the tracking bolts on the control panel and follow these
instructions.
Mower Tracks (Pulls) To The Left:
1. Locate the left tracking bolt (a) on the left side of the control panel.
2. Loosen the jam nut (b) and rotate the tracking bolt counterclockwise in ¼-turn
increments until the mower tracks straight.
3. Securely tighten the jam nut.
NOTE: If the mower still tracks to the left after making the maximum tracking
adjustment perform the following:
a. Locate the right tracking bolt (c) on the right side of the control panel.
b. Loosen the jam nut (d) and rotate the tracking bolt clockwise in ¼-turn
increments until the mower tracks straight.
c. Securely tighten the jam nut.
Mower Tracks (Pulls) To The Right:
1. Locate the right tracking bolt (c) on the right side of the control panel.
2. Loosen the jam nut (d) and rotate the tracking bolt counterclockwise in ¼-turn
increments until the mower tracks straight.
3. Securely tighten the jam nut.
NOTE: If the mower still tracks to the right after making the maximum tracking
adjustment perform the following:
a. Locate the left tracking bolt (a) on the left side of the control panel.
b. Loosen the jam nut (b) and rotate the tracking bolt clockwise in ¼-turn
increments until the mower tracks straight.
c. Securely tighten the jam nut.
(c)
(d)
(c)
(b)
(a)
(a)
Figure 25
MAXIMUM SPEED
The mowers maximum forward speed can be set by adjusting the front cruse bar to limit
how far the drive control levers move. See Figure 26.
1. Locate the four carriage bolts and locknuts (a) securing the front cruse bar (b)
to the mower.
2. Loosen but do not remove the four locknuts.
3. Tilt the front cruse bar forward to increase the maximum forward speed or
towards the rear of the mower to decrease the maximum forward speed.
4. Securely tighten the four carriage bolts and locknuts.
NOTE: After adjusting the front cruse bar the mower may require tracking
adjustment. If necessary refer to Mower Tracking in this section.