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■ Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
■
Tip mower onto its side and allow oil to drain from the
oil fill hole into an approved container.
■
Place mower upright and refill 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
See figure 12.
The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of
deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation. To
check:
■ Remove the 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:
The recommended spark plug models 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
prevent 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.
STORING THE MOWER
■ The product is fitted with a spark arrestor, please note
it is suggested that the spark arrestor should only be
cleaned by a recoginzed service agent.
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.
The recommended torque for the disc bolt is
48–55 Nm (35–40 ft.lb.).
NOTE:
It is not recommended to perform blade sharpening
by user.
REPLACING WHEELS
See figure 15.
■ Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
■
Remove spat (hub cap).
■
Remove the nut from the wheel axle, then remove the
wheel.
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Assemble with new wheel and reinstall nut to secure.
■
Assemble spat (hub cap).
CLEANING AIR FILTER
See figure 13.
The mower has a paper air filter, and it cannot be washed.
■
Remove the air filter element cover by pushing in on
the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the
cover.
■
Remove the paper air filter element for inspection.
■
After removing the air filter element, most debris can
be removed by tapping it gently against a hard surface,
or brushing the surface lightly.
NOTE:
A dirty air filter will restrict air flow and result in
damage to the engine. Air filter life is dependent upon
the environment in which the mower is used, and it
should be inspected regularly and replaced when dirty.
■
Reinstall the new air filter element into the air filter
base.
■
Replace and secure the air filter element cover.
NOTE:
The filter element should be replaced annually
for best performance or sooner, if necessary.
FUEL CAP
WARNING
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter 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 the fuel cap if required.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
See figure 14.
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.
