Manual

WARNING: NEVER assume starter is de-
energized, even if the key isin the locked
position and or removed from the engine.
ALWAYS de-energize starter prior to
performing any maintenance or service to
the engine and or mower. Follow instructions
on the engine and or machine to de-energize
starter.
Mower
Clean underside of the mower following
instructions on page 12.
Lubricate mower as instructed on page 13.
You can fold your mower's handle for convenient
storage:
1. Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
2. Loosen the two hand knobs on the sides of the
handle, and let the upper handle fold down to
the rear.
3. Move the hairpin clips to the outer hole in the
weld pins on the handle mounting brackets.
4. Spread the sides of the lower handle, and push
it forward and down.
Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required.
Engine
Follow recommendations in the engine manual for
off-season storage of the engine.
Change oil if it has not been changed in the last
three months. For instructions on how to change oil,
refer to the engine manual.
Clean engine and remove any grass clippings.
Other
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust
and/or dirt in the gasoline wilt cause problems.
Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage
shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating
with a light oil or silicone.
SECTION9: TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
Engine fails to start
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
1.
2.
3.
Blade control bar disengaged.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Faulty spark plug.
Engine flooded.
Start control lever not depressed.
Safety key not in run position.
Self starter already de-energized.
Engine runs erratic Spark plug wire loose.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oillevellow.
2. Air flow restricted.
Occasional skip 1. Spark plug gap too close.
(hesitates) at high
speed
1. Engage blade control bar.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Fill up tank with fresh gasoline.
4. Clean fuel line.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Wait a few minutes to restart. Do not prime.
7. Depress start controllever.
8. Place safety key in run position.
9. Use recoil starter to start engine.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Clean fuel line, fill tank with fresh gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Clean air cleaner. Refer to engine manual.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean lawn mower engine.
1. Adjustgapto.030inches.
idles poorly 1. Spark plug faulty, or gap too wide. 1. Reset gap to.030 inches or replace spark plug.
2. Dirtyair cleaner. 2. Clean aircleaner.
Excessive vibration 1. Blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and adapter, balance blade.
2. Bent cutting blade. 2. Replace blade.
3. Bent engine crankshaft. 3. Contact the nearest service center.
Mower will not mulch 1. Wet grass. 1. Wait until grass is dry to cut.
grass 2. Excessively high grass. 2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at
desired height.
3. Dullblade. 3. Sharpenor replace blade.
Uneven cut 1. Wheels not at same height. 1. Reposition all wheels at same height.
2. Dullblade. 2. Sharpenor replace blade.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
16