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tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will have to adjust
the drive clutch control if any of the following happens:
•
The mower does not propel itself with the drive
clutch engaged.
•
The mower’s drive wheels hesitate with the drive
clutch engaged.
Figure 14
•
To resolve above problem, rotate the adjustment
wheel with your fingers: clockwise to tighten the
cable and counter-clockwise to loosen the cable.
See Figure 14.
NOTE:
For some people, the drive clutch control may
not be in a comfortable position. If you are one of them,
adjust the handle out by tightening adjustment wheel.
Shift Lever Cable Adjustment
Periodic adjustment of the six-speed shift cable may be
required due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment
is needed if all six speeds do not work.
The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left side
of the mower beside the engine.
•
Start engine and place speed control lever in the
sixth speed position. See Figure 15.
Figure 15
•
Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and
ground it against engine.
•
Loosen hex nut which secures the adjustable cable
bracket. See Figure 16.
•
Push back on the adjustable cable bracket and
tighten hex nut.
Figure 16
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER
WARNING:
Be sure to disconnect the
spark plug wire and De-energize starter
before performing any repairs or
maintenance. DO NOT attempt any
maintenance or service to the engine and/or
mower equipped with the safety key in the
unlocked and/or energized mode.
WARNING:
NEVER assume the starter is
de-energized, even if the key is in the locked
position and/or removed from the engine.
ALWAYS de-energize the starter prior to
performing any maintenance or service of
the engine and/or mower. Follow instructions
on the engine and/or the mower to
de-energize the starter.
Lubrication
Blade Control Handle
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle at
least once a season with light oil. The blade control
must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 17.
Wheels
Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light
oil (or motor oil). If the wheels are removed for any
reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and inner
surface of the wheel with light oil. See Figure 17.
Engine
Follow the engine manual for lubrication instructions.
Adjustment
Bottom View
Wheel
Drive Clutch
Control
Upper
Handle
Bottom View
Speed Control
Lever
Upper
Handle
Hex Nut
Adjustable Cable
PUSH
Bracket
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