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Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
Remove the nut from the wheel axle, then remove the
wheel.
Replace with new wheel and reinstall nut to secure.
CLEANING AIR FILTER (Fig. 10)
For proper performance and long life, keep the air
fi
lter
clean.
Remove the air fi lter cover by pushing in on the latch
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.
Remove the air fi lter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the air fi lter, then
squeeze it out using an absorbent cloth or paper towel.
Reinstall the air fi lter into the air fi lter base.
Replace and secure the air fi lter cover.
NOTE:
The fi lter should be replaced annually for best
performance.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be
replaced immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable
fi
lter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel cap will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel
cap is loosened, check valve may be faulty or clogged.
Replace fuel cap if required.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL (Fig. 11)
Engine oil should be changed after every 25 hours of use.
Change the oil while the engine oil is still warm, but not
hot. This allows the oil to drain quickly and completely.
Remove the oil fi ll cap/dipstick.
Tip mower onto its side and allow oil to drain from the
oil fi ll hole into an approved container.
Place mower upright and refi ll with oil following the
instructions in the
Adding / Checking Oil
section.
NOTE:
Used oil should be disposed of at an approved
disposal site. See your local oil retailer for more
information.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE (Fig. 12)
The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of
deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation. To
check:
Remove spark plug boot.
Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.
Remove spark plug using a 13/16 in. spark plug socket
(not provided).
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:
If replacing, use the following recommended
plugs are Torch E7RTC is NGK BPR6HS.
Measure plug gap. The correct gap is 0.028 − 0.031 in.
To widen gap, if necessary, carefully bend the ground
(top) electrode. To lessen gap, gently tap ground
electrode on a hard surface.
Seat spark plug in position; thread in by hand to pre-
vent cross-threading.
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 will become
very hot and could damage the engine.
Reinstall spark plug boot.
DRIVE GEAR MAINTENANCE (Fig. 13)
To ensure smooth operation of wheels, the wheel
assembly should be cleaned before storage.
Remove the nut and wheel and set aside.
Remove dust cover, e-ring, washer, pins, and wheel
gear. Clean any dirt from these items and the end of
the drive shaft by wiping with a dry cloth. If necessary,
rubbing alcohol may be used to remove any stubborn
dirt.
WARNING
Do not lubricate any of the wheel components
Lubrication may cause the wheel components
to fail during use, which could result in mower
damage and/or serious personal injury to the
operator.
Reinstall wheel gear with the arrows facing the front
of the mower. Reinstall pins, washer, e-ring, and dust
cover.
Reinstall wheel and nut. Tighten nut to secure.
STORING THE MOWER
When storing the mower for 30 days or more:
If using fuel stabilizer, follow stabilizer manufacturer’s
directions to add stabilizer to petrol in fuel tank. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to
allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.
WARNING
Do not store the lawn mower with petrol in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark.
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