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Storage

Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place.

Preparing the Machine for
Storage

WARNING

Gasoline vapors can explode.

Do not store gasoline more than 30 days.

Do not store the machine in an enclosure near
an open flame.

Allow the engine to cool before storing it.

1.

On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to
the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer.

2.

Run the machine until the engine stops from running
out of fuel.

3.

Prime the engine and start it again.

4.

Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.

5.

Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.

6.

Remove the spark plug, add 30 ml (1 oz) of oil through
the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope

slowly

several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder
to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off-season.

7.

Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb).

8.

Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.

Remove the Machine from
Storage

1.

Check and tighten all fasteners.

2.

Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly
by pulling the recoil-start handle or using the electric
starter (electric-start model only) to blow the excess
oil from the cylinder.

3.

Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 20 N-m (15 ft-lb).

4.

Perform any maintenance procedures; refer to

Maintenance (page 11)

.

5.

Check the engine-oil level; refer to

Checking the

Engine-Oil Level (page 6)

.

6.

Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline; refer to

Filling the

Fuel Tank (page 6)

.

7.

Connect the wire to the spark plug.

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Summary of Contents for 10739

Page 1: ...alert symbol This manual uses 2 words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Receive...

Page 2: ...General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury Using this product for purposes other...

Page 3: ...only mow across stop the mower and engine pick up debris before operating look behind and down when reversing Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine 1...

Page 4: ...z type 10W 30 or SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ or higher Figure 5 3 Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth 4 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube but do not scr...

Page 5: ...rame Figure 7 g027544 Figure 7 3 Hook the top and side channels of the bag onto the top and sides of the frame respectively Figure 7 Product Overview Figure 8 1 Self propel drive bar 6 Blade control b...

Page 6: ...the nozzle and the fuel tank opening Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin Attachments Accessories A selection of Lawn Boy approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine...

Page 7: ...stant substantial footwear and hearing protection Tie back long hair secure loose clothing and do not wear jewelry Do not operate the machine while ill tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs...

Page 8: ...propel drive squeeze the self propel drive bar Figure 14 toward the handle and hold it Figure 14 1 Self propel drive bar To disengage the self propel drive release the self propel drive bar Note The m...

Page 9: ...off the engine disconnect the wire from the spark plug and examine the machine for damage For best performance install a new blade before the cutting season begins Replace the blade when necessary wit...

Page 10: ...d rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine Cleaning the under the Machine Service Interval After each use WARNING The machine may dislodge material from under the machine Wear...

Page 11: ...ngine owner s manual for additional maintenance procedures Maintenance Safety Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing any maintenance procedure Wear gloves and eye protect...

Page 12: ...d but if you desire to change the oil use the following procedure Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants 1 Perform the pre...

Page 13: ...ise saving all the mounting hardware 5 Install the new blade turn the blade bolt clockwise and all mounting hardware Figure 23 Figure 23 Important Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward...

Page 14: ...ough the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off season 7 Install the spark plug and tight...

Page 15: ...Notes 15...

Page 16: ...rts such as filters fuel lubricants oil changes spark plugs air filters blade sharpening or worn blades cable linkage adjustments or brake and clutch adjustments Components failing due to normal wear...

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