Manual
performance and flooding usually indicates that the
air cleaner should be serviced. To service the afr
cleaner, refer to the engfne manual.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap
reset once a season. Spark plug replacement fs
recommended at the start of each mowfng season;
check engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specfffcations.
Clean engine regularly wfth a cloth or brush. Keep
the cooling system (blower housing area) cleaned
to permit proper air circulatfon whfch fs essential to
engfne performance and life. Make sure to remove
all grass, dirt and combustible debrfs from muffler
area.
SECTION8: OFF-SEASONSTORAGE
The fol]owfng steps should be taken to prepare lawn
mower for storage.
• Clean and lubrfcate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubricatfon fnstructfons.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. They may
cause damage to electric components, spindles,
pulleys, beatings or the engine. The use of water will
result in shortened fife and reduce serviceability.
• Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
• Coat mower's cuttfng blade wfth chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
• Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: When stoting any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed. care should be
taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the fawn mower, especially cables and all
moving parts, before storing it for the off-season.
SECTION9: TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE
Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle dfsengaged. 1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Spark plug wire dfsconnected. 2. Connect wfra to spark plug.
3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank wfth clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Blocked fuel line. 4. Clean fuel line.
5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
6. Engfne flooded. 6. Waft a few minutes to restart. Do not prfme.
Engine runs erratfc 1. Spark plug wire loose. 1. Connect and tfghten spark plug wire.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 2. Clean fuel line; fill tank wfth fresh gasoline.
3. Vent fn gas cap plugged. 3. Clearvent.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system. 4. Drafn fueltank. Reffl] with fresh fuel.
5. Dirty air cleaner. 5. Clean afrcleaner.
6. Carburetorout of adiustment. 6. Adjust carburetor.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low. 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Air flow restricted. 2. Remove blower housing and clean.
3. Carburetor not adiusted properly. 3. Adjust carburetor.
Hesitates at high 1. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Adjust gap to .030".
speed
Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled 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. Blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. Bent cutting blade. 2. Replace blade.
Mower will not mulch 1. Wet grass. 1. Wait unti]later tocut.
grass 2. Excessively high grass. 2. Mow once at high, then mow again lower.
3. Dul]blade. 3. Sharpen or replace blade.
Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height position.
2. Dul]blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade.
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