Operator`s manual

wayfortheselfpropelledmechanismtowork.
Checktheinstallationofthegearbyspinningthe
wheel.Itshouldspinfreelyinonedirectionbutnot
theother.Ifthewheelspinsfreelyinboth
directions,flipthegearover.
Tipthemowerbackontoitswheelsandperformthe
neutraladjustmenttestdescribedonpage9.
StoringyourLawnMower
If the lawn mower is not going to be used for 30 days or
more, prepare your lawn mower for storage.
• Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.
• Follow the engine manual for engine storage.
• Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in a
poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.
• Store mower in a dry, clean area, but not near
corrosive materials such as fertilizer.
SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE
Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine overheats
Occasional skip (hesitates) at
high speed
Cause
1. Blade control handle disengaged.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Fuel line blocked orfuel valve in the OFF
position.
5. Choke not activated.
6. Faulty spark plug.
7. Engine flooded.
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Vent in gas plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor out of adjustment.
1. Engine oil level tow.
2. Air flow restricted.
3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Spark plug gap too close.
Remedy
1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Clean fuel line or place fuel valve in the ON
position.
5. Move choke lever backward into the CHOKE
position.
6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
7. Wait a few minutes to start engine.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Clean air cleaner.
6. Adjust carburetor.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Remove blower housing and clean.
3. Adjust carburetor.
1. Adjust gap to.030".
Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 1. Reset gap to.030" or replace spark plug.
2. Carburetor improperly adjusted. 2. Adjust carburetor.
3. Dirty air cleaner. 3. Clean air cleaner.
Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. Replace blade.
2. Bent cutting blade.
Mower will not mulch grass 1. Wet grass.
2. Excessively high grass.
1,
2.
3. Dull blade. 3.
Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 1.
2.
2. Dull blade.
Wheels will not propel 1. Belt not installed properly. 1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and
movement.
2. Debris clogging drive operation. 2. Clean out debris with engine off.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments fisted above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
Do not mow when grass iswet; wait until later
to cut.
Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow
again at desired height or make a narrower
cutting path.
Sharpen or replace blade.
Place all four wheels in same height position.
Sharpen or replace blade.
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