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Owner’s Manual
M200 AND 28463 STRING MOWER
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M-F 8-5 CST
MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, AND STORAGE
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emissions control devices and systems may be performed by any
non‑road engine repair establishment or individuals. However, items must be serviced by an authorized dealer to
obtain “no charge” emissions control service. Good maintenance is essential to help reduce air pollution and for safe,
economical and trouble‑free operation.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Service Records
Before Each Use
Every 25 Hours
As Noted
Service Date
Check mower lines
X
1
Check mower head engagement
X
Engine/machine cleaning
X
2
Check nuts and bolts
X
Lubricate jackshaft assembly
X
Lubricate wheel bearings
X
Note 1 - When old line is half the original length, replace with new line.
Note 2 - Clean daily if used in extremely dusty or dirty conditions.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this mower does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the
mower as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments must be made periodically to properly
maintain your mower. All adjustments in the “Service and
Adjustments” section of this manual must be checked at least
once each season.
WARNING
BEFORE YOU INSPECT, CLEAN OR SERVICE THE MOWER,
STOP THE ENGINE. MAKE SURE THAT ALL MOVING PARTS
HAVE STOPPED. DISCONNECT THE WIRE FROM THE SPARK
PLUG.
HOW TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Be sure the engine is not operating and is located on a level
surface before checking or refilling oil. Engine should be warm
for easy removal of oil.
1. Detach spark plug wire and move away from spark plug. If
the engine uses a battery, disconnect at negative terminal.
2. Remove dipstick and carefully tip the engine toward the
dipstick side to empty oil from oil fill area. Empty oil into a
suitable oil container and dispose of oil properly.
SEE FIGURE 7.
3. Tip engine back onto a level surface and fill with
appropriate oil to the top of the marking on the dipstick
(SEE FIGURE 8). DO NOT OVERFILL. For proper oil
capacity, see the engine manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Reinsert dipstick and tighten. SEE FIGURE 8.
