Raider RD-GLM09, User Manual

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in Figure 9. the box will open and the grass clippings will fall out. See Figure 8. When replacing your
grass catcher, be sure the top of the box rests on the wire support between the handles.
SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any
repairs or maintenance. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. NOTE: when tipping the unit,
empty the fuel tank and keep the engine spark plug side up. Never tip the mower more than 90
degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any long time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the
engine causing a starting problem.
■ ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions. Maintain engine
oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions
carefully.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under
extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicate that the air
cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed
with your unit. The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug
replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season.Check engine manual for correct
plug type and gap specifications.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area)
clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to
remove all grass. Dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.
■ DECK
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass
clippings. Leaves, dirt of other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and
corrosion.and may prevent proper mulching, discharge or bagging.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make
certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
CUTTING BLADE REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT AND SHARPENING STRAIGHT BLADE.
Following steps shall be performed by professional maintenance staff of our company or dealers.