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CAUTION
Never tip mower sideways. To gain access to blades or cutting disc tilt backwards so spark plug is up.
CAUTION
Failure to properly service your mower will reduce it’s operating performance and could void
warranty. Service costs are not covered by warranty.
MAINTENANCE
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Check engine oil before every mowing session or
every 8 hours or daily.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil - Oil SAE30. 500ml.
Every 25 Hours or Every Season Change engine
oil if operated under heavy load or in high ambient
temperature above 35 C. SAE30. 500ml.
Every 50 Hours or Every Season Change engine oil.
Use 500 ml of SAE30 oil.
Clean mower.
Mower service should be carried out by an
authorised McCulloch service agent.
STORAGE
If mower is to be stored for over 60 days, you will
need to drain the fuel, if full, to prevent gum from
forming in fuel system or on essential carburettor
parts.
Remove spark plug and pour about 10ml of engine
oil into cylinder, replace spark plug and turn engine
over (pull cord slowly).
SPARK PLUG
Use only genuine replacement spark plug type
5223761-01. For best results, replace the spark
plug every 100 hours of use.
1. Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire.
2. Remove spark plug
3. Screw the replacement spark plug into the
engine and tighten to 25-30 N•m torque and
replace spark plug wire.
4. Spark plug gap. 0.6 — 0.7mm
DECK CLEANING
Wipe deck with a damp cloth.
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the spark plug as engine
damage may occur
CAUTION
Do not hose engine. Water can damage
engine or contaminate the fuel system