Setup
Loose Parts
Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
Procedure
Description
Qty.
Use
Handle
1
Hex-head-flange bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2
inches)
2
Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
2
1
Flange nut (5/16 inch)
4
Install the handle.
2
No parts required
–
Install the starter rope.
3
No parts required
–
Fill the crankcase with oil.
4
No parts required
–
Adjust the self-propel drive.
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
1
Installing the Handle
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
Handle
2
Hex-head-flange bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
2
Carriage bolt (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches)
4
Flange nut (5/16 inch)
Procedure
1.
Remove the 2 cable guards from the handle (Figure 3)
by removing the 2 carriage bolts and 2 locknuts that
hold each cable guard to the handle.
Figure 3
1.
Cable guard
4.
Flange nut—5/16 inch (2)
2.
Locknut (4)
5.
Hex-head-flange
bolt—5/16 x 1-1/2 inches
(2)
3.
Carriage bolt—1/4 x 1-1/2
inches (4)
Note:
Save the guards, carriage bolts, and locknuts
so that you can install them onto the handle later in
this procedure.
2.
Install the handle ends onto the mower housing with
2 hex-head-flange bolts (5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) and 2
flange nuts (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 3.
3.
Set the machine to the desired cutting height; refer to
Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 11).
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