User Manual
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3. Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.
4. Remove spark plug using a 20.6 mm spark plug socket
(not provided).
5. Inspect spark plug for damage, and clean with a wire
brush before reinstalling. If insulator is cracked or
chipped, spark plug should be replaced.
NOTE:
The recommended spark plug model is NGK
BPR7HS.
6.
Measure the plug gap. The correct gap is 0.71 mm −
0.79 mm. To widen gap, carefully bend the ground (top)
electrode. To lessen gap, gently tap ground electrode
on a hard surface.
7. Seat spark plug in position, and thread in by hand to
prevent cross-threading.
8. Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark plug
is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer appropriate
amount. If reusing old spark plug, use 1/8 to 1/4 turn for
proper washer compression.
NOTE:
An improperly tightened spark plug becomes
very hot and could damage the engine.
9. Re-attach spark plug boot.
REPLACING WHEELS
See Fig. 16.
WARNING
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement wheels. Using
wheels that are not approved by the manufacturer is
hazardous and could result in serious personal injury.
1. Stop the product. Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Allow the product to cool
down. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
2. Remove the spat (hub cap).
3. Remove the nut from the wheel axle, then remove the
wheel.
4. Replace with new wheel, and reinstall nut to secure.
5. Assemble the spat (hub cap).
STORING THE PRODUCT
WARNING
Do not store the product with petrol in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
When storing the mower for 30 days or more:
1. Perform one of the following:
●
If using a fuel stabilizer, follow the stabilizer
manufacturer’s directions to add stabilizer to petrol
in the fuel tank. Run the engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburettor.
●
If not using a fuel stabilizer, allow the engine to run
until the product is completely out of fuel.
2. Once the engine has stopped, allow the blade to come
to a complete stop, and disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Turn the product on its side (with carburettor facing up) ,
and clean grass clippings that have accumulated on the
underside of the mower deck.
4. Clean the underside of the mower deck.
5. Wipe the product clean with a dry cloth.
6. Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, and fasteners for
tightness.
7. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear.
Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts.
8. Store the product in a well-ventilated area that is clean,
dry, and is out of the reach of children.
●
Do not store the product near corrosive materials,
such as fertilizer or rock salt.
●
Do not store the product outdoors.
To lower the handle before storing
See Fig. 3.
1. Loosen the starter rope guide knob. Remove starter
rope from the guide, and allow to retract into engine.
2. Loosen the rotate knobs.
3. Fold the upper handle down.
4. Unlock the lower handle quick-release fasteners.
5. Fold the lower handle forward, making sure not to bend
or kink the control cables.
TRANSPORTATION
■
Stop the product. Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Allow the product to cool
down before storing or transporting. Disconnect the
spark plug wire.
■
Empty the fuel tank by running the engine until it stops.
Empty oil by following the instruction for changing oil.
■
Clean all foreign materials from the product. Store the
product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep the product away from
corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-
icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
■
Secure the product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the product, or
loss of fuel.
WARNING
Use caution when lifting or tilting the product for
maintenance, cleaning, storage, or transportation. The
blade is sharp, keep all body parts away from the blade
while it is exposed.
