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MAINTENANCE:
WARNING:
STOP THE ENGINE & UNPLUG THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE ANY REPAIRS OR
MAINTENANCE
1) Carefully read the engine manual for four stroke lawnmowers.
2) Check the oil level regularly and add/replace oil if necessary.
3) Remove grass and dirt deposits from beneath the deck.
4) Oil the wheel bearings and grease the rear drive cogs inside rear wheels annually.
5) Check the blade before use, the blade should always be sharp and balanced.
6) Ensure all bolts and screws are tight, loose bolts and screws can damage the engine and
frame while in operation.
7) Regularly service your lawnmower for long life.
8) Only use original spark plug, for best results replace the spark plug every 100 hours of use.
9) Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter foam element, the engine air cleaner element
must be cleaned after 25 hours of normal lawn mowing. The foam element must be
serviced regularly if the mower is used in dry dusty conditions.
TO CLEAN THE AIR FILTER:
1) Remove the filter cover.
2) Wash foam filter element in soap and water. DO NOT USE PETROL!
3) Air dry the filter element.
4) Place a few drops of SAE10w30 or 15w40 engine oil on the foam filter and squeeze tightly to
remove any excess oil.
5) Reinstall the filter.
NOTE: Replace the filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to be cleaned.
If a paper filter is fitted, blow out with an airline every 25 hours and replace every 100 hours. More
often in very dusty conditions.
