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PR6Y21RP

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ator’s manual

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Summary of Contents for PR6Y21RP

Page 1: ...E E E En n n ng g g gl l l li i i is s s sh h h h PR6Y21RP Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine...

Page 2: ...bstantial footwear with good ankle support while mowing Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards Never direct discharged ma...

Page 3: ...apors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow the engine to coo...

Page 4: ...n of warning levels The warnings are graded in three levels WARNING IMPORTANT CAUTION STOP STOP KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY DANGER DANGER S W 8 0 3 S W 8 0 3 WARNING Used if ther...

Page 5: ...ENTS General 9 Remove the lawn mower from the carton 9 Handle 9 Grass catcher 10 Starter handle 10 Convert the lawn mower 10 Cutting height 11 Filling with oil 11 FUEL HANDLING General 12 Fueling 12 T...

Page 6: ...35 40 ft Ibs 47 54 Nm WARNING Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer Always use genuine accessories Non authorized modifications an...

Page 7: ...3 14 6 12 9 11 15 1 Engine brake handle 2 Drive bail 3 Starter handle 4 Grass catcher 5 Fuel cap 6 Air filter 7 Spark plug 8 Drive cover 9 Muffler 10 Wash out port 11 Rear deflector 12 Engine oil cap...

Page 8: ...ector or springs if damaged Muffler The muffler is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user Inspecting the muffler Check regularly that the muffler is...

Page 9: ...e lower handle and tighten both upper knobs 4 Remove any packing material from around engine brake handle Vertical handle storage The handle can be set in a vertical storage position 1 Loosen the lowe...

Page 10: ...r was shipped ready to be used in mulching mode The mulching mode will recut the grass clippings many times which will reduce the clippings in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will dispers...

Page 11: ...material to the left of the machine while cutting Cutting height The cutting height can be adjusted to 9 1 9 different positions Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut Adjust cutting h...

Page 12: ...lizer WARNING Running an engine in a confined or badly ventilated area can result in death due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning Fuel and fuel fumes are highly flammable and can cause serio...

Page 13: ...nts may occur if you fail to be on your guard for children in the vicinity of the machine Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing Never assume that children will remain where you last s...

Page 14: ...the handle when the machine is running Place the lawn mower on firm flat surface and start it Make sure that the cutter cannot come into contact with the ground or other objects Always place yourself...

Page 15: ...les ruts bumps or hidden objects Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident Tall grass can hide obstacles Do not Do not mow too close to edges ditches or banks Avoid sudden changes in directi...

Page 16: ...ve bail upwards toward the handle The further toward the handle the drive bail is pulled the faster the unit will travel Forward motion will stop when either the the brake handle or the drive bail is...

Page 17: ...ine before carrying out any checks or maintenance Stop the engine motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the disch...

Page 18: ...3 Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the dust cover pinion and or drive wheel gear teeth 4 Replace the wheels If after cleaning the drive wheels do not turn freely contact a authorized se...

Page 19: ...of oil with the unit Slowly pour the entire container down the oil fill spout into the engine Check the engine s oil level The lawn mower should stand on flat ground when you check the oil level Ensu...

Page 20: ...s be sure to retighten oil dipstick before starting engine 9 Reconnect to the spark plug wire Muffler If the muffler is corroded or is damaged in any other way it must be replaced because it may becom...

Page 21: ...the air filter always is placed in the highest position 4 Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt 5 Remove the blade bolt by turning th...

Page 22: ...bolt turning clockwise 5 The bolt should be tightened with a torque of 35 40 ft Ibs 47 54 Nm 6 Verify the spark plug wire is disconnected from the engine 7 Pull the blade around by hand and make sure...

Page 23: ...Stripper ring 8 Belt cover 9 Blade 10 Hardened washer 11 Lock washer 12 Blade bolt Remove the drive belt Empty the fuel tank by running the machine until the tank is empty Always disconnect the spark...

Page 24: ...drive belt Place new belt on front transmission pulley Be sure the new belt is inside the tabs of the belt keeper Route the other end of the new belt through hole in housing to the blade adapter Posi...

Page 25: ...il in the engine Check the engine s oil level Walking speed too fast Cut at slower walking speed Uneven mowing Worn bent or loose blade Replace the blade if it is bent or damaged Wheel heights uneven...

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