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Add oil as needed.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER
See figure 6.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Starting the engine
■
Firmly push the primer bulb 3 times.
NOTE:
This step is not usually necessary when
starting an engine that has already run for a few
minutes.
■ Set the throttle lever to max down against the handle.
■
Pull the starter cord until the engine runs. Release the
starter cord slowly so the rope does not snap back.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to repeat priming steps in
cooler weather. In warmer weather, overpriming may cause
flooding and engine will not start. If you do flood the engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT
repeat priming steps.
Stopping the engine
Return the throttle lever to the stop position.
SETTING BLADE HEIGHT
See figure 7.
When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-
cutting position. Before using the mower for the first time,
adjust the cutting position to the height best suited for your
lawn. The average lawn should be between 3 and 6 cm,
depending on the season.
■ To raise the blade height, grasp the height adjustment
lever and move it toward the front of the mower.
■ To lower the blade height, grasp the height adjustment
lever and move it toward the back of the mower.
SETTING HANDLE HEIGHT
See figure 8.
The height of the handle can be easily adjusted for
operator preference.
■ Remove the handle knob.
■ Slide out the handle bolt and adjust the height to the
other opening.
■ Reinstall the handle bolt and knob. Tighten the knob
securely.
■
Repeat on the other side of the handle.
MOWING TIPS
■ Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires, and
other objects that could damage the mower blades or
engine. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by
the mower in any direction and cause serious personal
injury to the operator and others.
■
For best performance, always cut off one-third or less
of the total height of the grass.
■ When cutting long grass, reduce walking speed to
allow for more effective cutting and a proper discharge
of the clippings.
■ Do not cut wet grass. It will stick to the underside of
the deck and prevent proper catching of the grass
clippings.
■ New or thick grass may require a narrower cut path.
■ Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use
to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and any other
accumulated debris.
SLOPE OPERATION
See figure 9.
■ Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents that can result in severe injury. Operation on
slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a
slope, do not mow it. For your safety, do not attempt to
mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
■
Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
■ Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps
which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles. Remove all objects such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc., which could be tripped over or thrown by
the blade.
■
Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
serious personal injury.
■ Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments;
you could lose your footing or balance.
EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER
See figure 10.
■ Stop the mower and wait for the blade to come to a
complete stop.
■
Lift the rear discharge door.
■
Grasp grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove
from mower.
■
Empty grass clippings.
■
Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass
catcher.
