Use and Care Manual

START THE ENGINE

To start the engine, perform the following steps:

1. Check the oil and fuel levels.

2. Press the primer bulb 3 times.

3. Engage the engine Start/Stop Control and simultaneously pull on the recoil starter. Pull on the recoil

starter handle slowly until a slight resistance is felt, then pull quickly to start the engine.

Return cord gently into the recoil starter. Never allow the cord to snap back.

4. If engine fails to start, repeat step 3.

NOTE: After repeated failed attempts to start the engine, please consult the troubleshooting guide before

attempting again. If problems persist, please call customer service.

NOTE: Don’t allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage

to the starter.

STOP THE ENGINE

Release the engine start/stop control to stop the engine.

MOWING

The engine throttle on your mower has been preset to provide optimum bagging and mulching

performance for years to come.

Only use a sharp blade that is in good condition. This will prevent the grass blades from becoming frayed

and the lawn from turning yellow.

Mow in straight lines for a nice, clean look. The swaths should overlap each other by a few inches in

order to avoid stripes.

It’s important to keep the underside of the mower deck clean and remove grass build-up.

Always mow along inclines (not up and down). You can prevent the lawn mower from slipping down by

holding a position at an angle upwards. Select the cutting height according to the length of the grass. If

necessary, mow a number of times so that you never cut more than 2 inches of grass in one go.

Turn off the engine before doing any checks on the blade. Keep in mind that the blade continues to rotate

for a few seconds after the engine has been turned off. Never attempt to manually stop the blade.

Regularly check to see if the blade is securely attached, is in good condition and is sharp. If the contrary

is the case, sharpen the blade or replace it. In the event that the blade strikes an object, immediately turn

off the lawn mower and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the condition of the

blade and the blade mount. Replace any parts that are damaged.

USING AS SIDE DISCHARGE

1. On the side of the mower, lift the side discharge cover.

2. Slide two hooks of side discharge chute under hinge pin on the side discharge cover. Lower the side

discharge cover.

Caution: Do not remove side discharge cover at any time.