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Start engine and place shift lever in the sixth speed
position. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug
wire and ground it against engine.
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Loosen hex nut which secures the adjustable cable
bracket. See Figure 16.
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Push back on the adjustable cable bracket and
tighten hex nut.
Engine Adjustments
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s
Manual, packed separately with your unit, for these
adjustments.
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER
Cleaning Mower
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent any build-up of debris. If
allowed to accumulate, it will cause rust and corrosion.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may
cause damage to pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The
use of water will result in shortened life and reduce
serviceability.
•
Disconnect spark plug wire.
•
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a
piece of plastic under the gas cap.
•
Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep
the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the
mower firmly.
•
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
•
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If
you had put plastic under the gas cap, make sure to
remove it now.
Engine Care
A list of key maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual,
packed separately with your unit, for a detailed list and
instructions.
•
Change engine oil regularly, as instructed in the
engine manual. Check oil level before starting
engine every time. Change oil while the engine is
warm, not hot or cold.
•
Service foam filter in the air cleaner every 25 hours
of use and replace the paper filter component every
100 hours. You may have to service the air filter
more frequently if you are operating the mower
under extremely dusty conditions.
•
Clean the engine periodically. Remove dirt and
debris with a cloth or brush.
•
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to.030” at
least once a season. Refer to the engine manual for
correct spark plug type.
•
Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters
can create a fire hazard. Make sure to avoid muffler
and surrounding areas while the mower engine is
hot because temperature of these areas of the
engine may exceed 150
o
F.
WARNING:
Always stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance work or
adjustments on your lawn mower.
WARNING:
Never tip the mower more than
90 degrees in any directions and do not leave
the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can
drain into the upper part of the engine causing
a starting problem.
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