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Summary of Contents for Recycler 20017

Page 1: ...r operate this engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered land Other states or federal areas may have similar laws This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES 002 The enclosed Engine Owner s Manual is supplied for information regarding The U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems maintenance and warranty ...

Page 2: ...otection when operating machine See manufacturer s instructionsfor proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on all slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it Mow across the face of slopes nev...

Page 3: ...to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before starting Never make any adj...

Page 4: ... sheet that covers the engine Unfolding the Handle Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition e Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle e If a cable is damaged contact an Authorized Service Dealer 1 Carefully move the upper handle forward until the handle halves are in line and nest together as shown 2 Tighten the ha...

Page 5: ... gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks Store gasoline in an approved fuel container out of the reach of children Filling the Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name brand service station Important To reduce starting problems next season add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old m15570 m 560...

Page 6: ...ote To raise the mower move all 4 cutting height levers forward to lower the mower move them all rearward m 5629 1 1 4 _ 2 3 8 3 1 8 _ 4 1 4 1 5 8 3 7 8 FRONT _ _ m 5605a Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together as shown and change the handle holes in which the pins A are mounted as follows Raise the handle using hole B Lower the handle using hole 0 B C m 5614 m...

Page 7: ... the upper handle and your elbows at your sides and the mower will automatically keep pace with you i m 5582 _f m 5613 Stopping the Engine To stop the engine release the blade control bar important When you release the blade control bar both the engine and blade should stop within 3 seconds If they do not stop properly stop using your mower immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer m 56...

Page 8: ... clippings J m 5587 Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn If the side discharge chute is on the mower remove it and lock the side discharge door refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute on page 9 before bagging the clippings installing the Grass Bag 1 Raise and hold up the rear door 2 Remove the rear discharge plug I 3 Install the...

Page 9: ... Adjusting the Cutting Height on page 6 When cutting grass over 6 inches 15 cm tall mow at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn appearance If the grass is too long the mower may plug and cause the engine to stall Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine...

Page 10: ...ace it or have it sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly Lubricate the wheel gears Replace the spark plug refer to your engine operator s manual Clean the cooling system refer to your engine operator s manual Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before annual storage 1Whichever comes first 2Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours Preparing for Maintenance ...

Page 11: ...aintenance on page 10 1 Remove the dipstick Lubricating the Wheel Gears 1 Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and remove the rear wheels 2 Apply a lubricating _ oil to the inner and outer _ sides of the gear as shown m 5646 3 Install the rear wheels 2 Tip the mower onto its right side to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube m 5604 3 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until th...

Page 12: ...are 5 install the new blade and all mounting hardware important Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the mower housing Cleaning the Mower The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing Wear eye protection Stay in the operating position behind the handle Do not allow bystanders in the area 1 With the engine running on a flat paved surface spray a stream of water in fr...

Page 13: ...starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the off season 7 Loosely install the spark plug 8 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables causing an unsafe operating condition Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle If a cable is damaged contact an Autho...

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Page 16: ... after extended period of non use over three months or seasonal storage cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring and late autumn improper starting procedures If you are having difficulty starting your unit please check the Operator s Manual to ensure that you are using the correct starting procedures This can save an unnecessary visit to a Service Dealer Owner Responsibilities Y...

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