A STEELFORT PRODUCT
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1.
Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil
filler is clean.
2.
Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on
the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for
accurate reading. Insert and remove dipstick without
screwing it into the filler-neck. Check oil level shown
on dipstick.
3.
Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed.
Fill to full line on dipstick.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or
each season. You may need to change the oil more
often under dusty, dirty conditions.
ADD FUEL
NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard the
debris plug that is inside the tank. Fill fuel tank. Use
fresh, clean, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum of
95 octants. Do not mix oil with fuel. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure
fuel freshness.
WARNING
Alcohol-blended fuels (like gasohol with ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture during storage,
causing acid formation that damages the engine’s
fuel system. To prevent issues, empty the fuel system
if storing for 30 days or more. Drain the tank, run the
engine to empty fuel lines and carburetor, and use
fresh fuel next season. Avoid using fuel additives in
the tank, as it may lead to permanent damage.
CAUTION
Fill to bottom of fuel tank filler neck. Do not overfill.
Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill, or
use gasoline near an open flame.
STARTING ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a
small amount of smoke may be present during initial
use of the product and should be considered normal.
1.
Turn the fuel tap to the on position (See figure
9).
2.
Move throttle lever to the choke/starting
position. *Pre-Run engine - move the throttle to
the high/fast position.
3.
Pull the starter handle lightly till resistance is
felt, then pull briskly towards yourself/upwards
return starter handle to zone starter ring.
4.
After a few seconds move throttle away from
choke position.
5.
Select required speed.
6.
To move forward push drive lever towards
handle.
CAUTION
If the engine fails to start in 30 seconds after
repeated starting operation by pulling the starter
knob, please stop your operation and check the
causes.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
•
To stop engine, release drive lever control bar.
•
Move throttle lever to stop position.
MOWING TIPS
•
In specific situations like very tall grass, raising
the cutting height can ease pushing, prevent
engine strain, and avoid clumping. Adjust
ground speed or mow the area again if needed.
•
For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width
of cut by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.
•
For better grass catching and most cutting
conditions, the engine speed should be set in
the fast position.
•
Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled
with dirt and dust with use and catchers will
collect less grass. To prevent this, regularly
hose catcher off with water and let dry before
using.
