through 5 until the oil level is at the Full mark on
the dipstick (
).
•
If the oil level is above the Full mark on the
dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level on
the dipstick is at the Full mark. Refer to
the Engine Oil (page 17)
.
Important:
If the oil level in the crankcase is
too low or too high and you run the engine,
you may damage the engine.
6.
Install the dipstick securely.
Adjusting the Cutting Height
WARNING
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into
contact with the moving blade, causing serious
injury.
•
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
•
Do not put your fingers under the housing when
adjusting the cutting height.
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be
hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the
hot muffler.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels to
the same height as the rear wheels (
Note:
To raise the machine, move the front cutting-height
levers rearward and the rear cutting-height levers forward.
To lower the machine, move the front cutting-height levers
forward and the rear cutting-height levers rearward.
Figure 13
1.
Raise the machine
2.
Lower the machine
Note:
The cutting-height settings are 25 mm (1 inch); 35
mm (1-3/8 inches); 44 mm (1-3/4 inches); 54 mm (2-1/8
inches); 64 mm (2-1/2 inches); 73 mm (2-7/8 inches); 83 mm
(3-1/4 inches); 92 mm (3-5/8 inches); and 102 mm (4 inches).
Starting the Engine
Note:
You can start the engine either from the operating
position (
) or at the engine (with the recoil-start
handle out of the rope guide).
Figure 14
Pull the recoil-starter handle lightly until you feel resistance,
then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to return to the handle
slowly.
Note:
If the machine does not start after several attempts,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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