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4.

Push the cable jacket upward 1/8 inch (3 mm).

Note:

 You can place a ruler against the upper side

of the black cable mount (C) and measure how far

the upper end of the cable jacket (D) moves.

C

D

Note:

 Moving the cable jacket upward decreases

the ground speed; moving the jacket downward

increases the ground speed.

5.

Tighten the nut firmly.

6.

Start the mower and check the adjustment.

Note:

 If the self-propel is not properly adjusted,

repeat this procedure.

Replacing the Blade

Important

You will need a torque wrench to

install the blade properly.

 If you do not have a

torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this

procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline.

If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it

immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have

it sharpened or replace it.

Warning

The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can

result in serious personal injury.
Wear cloth or leather gloves when servicing the

blade.
1.

Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark

plug. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 12.

2.

Tip the mower onto its side (with the air filter up).

3.

Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.

4.

Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware.

5.

Install the new blade and all mounting hardware.

Important

: Position the curved ends of the blade to

point toward the mower housing.

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6. Use a torque wrench

 to tighten the blade bolt to

60 ft-lb (82 N

m).

Important

A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N

V

m) is

very 

tight. While holding the blade with a block of

wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or

wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is

very difficult to overtighten.

Cleaning the Mower

1.

With the engine

running on a flat paved

surface, spray a stream

of water in front of the

right rear

 wheel.

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The water will splash into the path of the blade,

cleaning out the clippings.

2.

When no more clippings come out, stop the water

and move the mower to a dry area.

3.

Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the

housing to prevent it from rusting.

Summary of Contents for Insight 10685

Page 1: ...moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions This manual uses two other words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasi...

Page 2: ...engine motor If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check for the cause immediately Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Always wear eye protection when op...

Page 3: ...tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up...

Page 4: ...verview 9 3 2 10 1 4 7 11 8 5 6 m 7949 1 Spark plug 2 Oil fill Dipstick not shown 3 Recoil start handle 4 Blade control bar 5 Upper handle 6 Upper handle knob 7 Fuel tank cap 8 Foot lever 9 Air filter...

Page 5: ...l 20 oz type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 3 Install the dipstick securely Important Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours chan...

Page 6: ...level to the Full mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Max fill 20 oz type SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF SG SH SJ SL or higher 3 Install the dipstick Adjusting the Cu...

Page 7: ...will not start unless the mulch plug or grass bag is properly in place Starting the Engine 1 Firmly push the primer bulb in 3 times with your thumb holding it in for a second before releasing it each...

Page 8: ...on the mower remove it refer to Removing the Grass Bag on page 9 before mulching the clippings If the side discharge chute is on the mower remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing...

Page 9: ...n you pull the recoil start handle 3 Insert the grass bag handle into the grooves at the top of the mower m 7957 Removing the Grass Bag 1 Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide m 7958 2 Li...

Page 10: ...e disconnect the wire from the spark plug and examine the mower for damage For best performance install a new blade before the cutting season begins Replace the blade when necessary with a Lawn Boy re...

Page 11: ...cedures Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Each Use Check the engine oil level Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level on page 6 Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing R...

Page 12: ...aner Replace the air filter yearly replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 12 1 Rotate the air filter cover to remove it 2 Replace the air f...

Page 13: ...the outer plastic end of the inner handle m 7960 m 7961 Note Use the straw that comes with the spray can to direct the spray 2 Push the upper handle fully down and spray the inner plastic surface of t...

Page 14: ...s personal injury Wear cloth or leather gloves when servicing the blade 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 12 2 Tip the mower onto its side...

Page 15: ...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 Loosely install the spark plug 8 Tighten...

Page 16: ...that your Lawn Boy product contains a defect in materials or workmanship follow this procedure 1 Contact any Lawn Boy Authorized or Master Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership To loc...

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