Use and Care Manual

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4.Place wheels back on adjuster axles.
5.Replace spring lock washer, washer, bolt and hub
caps.
1.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.
2.Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface.
3.Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil
into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and
forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.
4.Return lawn mower to upright position. Wipe off any
spilled oil from lawn mower or side of engine.
5.Fill engine with oil. See ADD OIL in the Operation
section of this manual.
6.Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with spark plug.
ENGINE
Read the Maintenance section of your engine manual.
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API ser-
vice classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE visco-
sity grade according to your expected operating tem-
perature.
LUBRICATION CHART
LEVEL
F -20
0 30 32 40 60 80 100
C -30
-20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
T
emperature range anticipated before next oil change.
SAE30
5W
-30
4.We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean
lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler,
air
filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may be damag-
ed by using a dirty air filter. Clean the element after
every 25hours of operation, more often if lawn mower
is used in very dusty, dirty conditions.
See the maintenance section of your engine manual.
3.Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gaso-
line, oil, etc.
1.Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scra-
ping to remove build-up of grass and trash.
2.Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating.
A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMAN-
CE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF
BUILT-UP GRASS&TRASH. CLEAN THE
UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTER
EACH USE.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create
a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make your en-
gine start easier and run better. Set spark plug gap
at.030 inch.
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain
fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.
etc) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-
viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32 F. Check your engine oil level
more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from
running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25hours
of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower
is not used for 25hours in one year. Check the
crankcase oil level before starting the engine and
after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten
oil plug securely each time you check the oil level.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30,10W30
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at
the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for
30 days or more.
LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
See TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT in the Op-
eration section of this manual.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels
of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility
that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower
into the operator's mowing position. If the deflector
becomes damaged, it should be replaced.
TO ADJUST HANDLE
ENGINE
ENGINE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not att-
empt to increase engine speed or it may result in
personal injury. If you believe that the engine is run-
ning too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to
an authorized service center for repair and adjustment.
THROTTLE CONTROL
If it becomes necessary to adjust or replace the
throttle control, see the adjustment section of your
engine manual.
CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor
adjustment may be required to compensate for diff-
erences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.
The air filter must be assembled to the carburetor
when running engine.
Best carburetor adjustment is obtained when fuel
tank is 1/4 full.
In order for the engine to run, the control bar must
be held in the operating position. Therefore, an as-
sistant will be required to hold the control bar in the
operating position when making final adjustment to
the carburetor.
See the Adjustment section of your engine manual
for further instruction.
STORAGE
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time,
clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
Store in a clean, dry area.
1.Clean entire lawn mower (See CLEANING in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)
2.Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual.
3.Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are
securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage,
breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.
4.Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: BEFORE YOU CHANGE SETTINGS OR
MAINTENANCE TASKS:
1.Release drive control bar and the engine brake
handle to stop the lawn mower.
2.Make sure the blade and all moving parts have
stopped completely.
3.Disconnect cable from the sparkplug and place
where it cannot come in contact with plug.
4.Make sure that all the nuts, bolts and screws
are tightened and the device in a safe condition.
5.Let the mower to cool before using it in a
closed area off.
6.In order to avoid the risk of fire, keep motor
housing and ventilation openings free of grass,
leaves and oil.
7.Be sure to check the grass bags for wear and
tear or loss of functionality.
8.Make sure to replace worn out and damages parts
for optimal performance and safety reasons.
Upper handle
Lever A
Lock
Release
Lever A
The handle on your lawn mower has different
height positions-adjust to height that suits you.
1. Loosen the 2 lever A on both sides.
2. Rotate upper handle to new catch desired.
3. Re-tighten lever A.
1.Remove hubcaps, bolt, spring lock washer and
washer.
2.Remove wheels from wheel adjuster axles.
3.Remove any trash or grass cutting from inside the
dust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth.
NOTE: The pinion gear, on both sides of the mower,
are the same, however, they must be installed correctly.
If installed incorrectly, the drive system will not work.
DRIVE BELT (if equipped)
If the belt must be replaced, please contact your
dealer for details.
Container
Oil cap
Dipstick
Opening
0.030 inch.
Electrode