Page 1: ...ing applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section...
Page 2: ...important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the deck...
Page 3: ...feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area 6 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to p...
Page 4: ...read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Service SafeHandlingOfGasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property da...
Page 5: ...ents discharge cover and trail shield aresubject towear and damage which could 10 11 12 expose moving parts orallow objects tobethrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace imm...
Page 6: ...C_ rn r rn r o m Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet On steeper inclines a dding mower could overturn and cause sedous injury...
Page 7: ...s Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating position Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets knob Tighten hand knob Spark P...
Page 8: ...ame black plastic side is the bottom of bag Slip the openings in the side of the plastic channel on bag over the hooks on the grass catcher frame Secure bag to frame by working the plastic channels on...
Page 9: ...he handle so they are not in the way when attaching the grass catcher If your mower is equipped with a mulching baffle it is in place on the mower To remove the mulching baffle lift the rear discharge...
Page 10: ...scharge door See Figure 13 Rear Door Slots Figure 13 IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil before operating your mower...
Page 11: ...equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark plug wire ensure that the metal cap at the end of the spark plug wire inside the rubber boot is fastened securely over the spark plug s metal tip...
Page 12: ...ss may require a narrower cut The ground speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn If mowing has been delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4 mulching is not recommen...
Page 13: ...ance Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil or engine oil Also lubricate the bolt hol...
Page 14: ...surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil Engine oil may also be used Engine Follow engine manual for lubrication instructions Figure 19 Engine A list of key engine ma...
Page 15: ...FAST or START position 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 Carburetor not adjusted properly 4 Occasional skip 1 Spark plug gaptoo close 1 hesitates at 2 Carburetor idle mixture adjustment 2 high speed impro...
Page 16: ...44 60 42 45 Bar Tread Wheel Wheel Chart Type of Wheel Part No Tread Color Wheels w o bearings 734 1781 Slot Hub Bar Tread Grey Wheels w o bearings 734 1987 8 x 1 8 Sp Bar Tread Grey 734 1988 7x 1 8 Wh...
Page 17: ...ear Discharge Door 63 710 0286 Cable Clamp B S t 64 712 0324 Casing Clamp Tec 1 65 782 9011 Throttle Body t 66 782 5007A Throttle Box Comp t Models with 67 782 5004 Honda engine only 68 731 1405 Engin...
Page 18: ...Black 731 1397A Grey Hardware 710 1256 Shroud Color 731 1586B Black 731 1612A Red Hardware 7510042823 Shroud t Color 751B281451 Dark Red Hardware 710 1256 Not Illustrated 7 Shroud Color 51A1 _ 3 _ 8...
Page 19: ...YOUR NOTES Date Comments 19...
Page 20: ...ty on these items b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such...
