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TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
1.Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle.
2.Remove grass catcher with clippings from under
lawn mower handle.
3.Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle
and bag handle.
NOTE
: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will
cause unnecessary wear.
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as
a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging:
REAR BAGGING
Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store
mulcher plug in a safe place.
You can now install the grass catcher.
To convert to mulching or discharging operation,
install mulcher plug into rear discharge opening of
mower.
CAUTION:
Do not run your lawn mower
without clipping deflector or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate
the mower with rear door removed or propped open.
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CAUTION
: During operation of emptying
clippings from grass catcher, please wear
protective gloves to prevent environmental
influence on your skin.
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CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower
without rear door closed or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt
to operate the lawn mower with the rear
door removed or propped open.
SIDE DISCHARGING
Mulcher plug must be installed into rear discharge
opening of mower. (for 3in1 mower)
Open discharge guard and install discharge defl-
ector under guard as shown.
Mower is now ready for discharging operation.
To convert to mulching or bagging operation, dis-
charge deflector must be removed and discharge
guard must be closed.
REAR DISCHARGING
Mulcher plug must be removed from rear discharge
opening of mower.
Install 2 triangular brackets on both sides of the
steel rear cover as shown and fasten the screws
Mower is now ready for rear discharging operation.
To convert to mulching or bagging operation, triangular
brackets must be removed.
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REAR COVER
TRIANGLE BRACKET
WARNING:Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol
or using ethanol or methanol) can att-
ract moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel
system should be emptied before storage of
30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See storage instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
ADD GASOLINE
NOTE
: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard
the debris plug that is inside the tank.
Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline with a minimum of 87 octants. Do not mix
oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that
can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank fill-
er neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
NOTE
: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a
small amount of smoke may be present during the
initial use of the product and should be considered
normal.
1.To start a cold engine, push primer three times be-
fore trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not
usually necessary when starting an engine, which
has already run for a few minutes.
2.Move throttle control lever to fast position.
3.Hold operate presence control bar down to the han-
dle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow
starter rope to snap back.
TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, release operator presence control Bar.
NOTE
: In cooler weather it may be necessary to re-
peat priming steps. In warmer weather over priming
may cause flooding and engine will not start. If you
do flood engine, wait a few minutes before attempting
to start and do not repeat priming steps.
MOWING TIPS
Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass,
it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to re-
duce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It may
also be necessary to reduce ground speed and /or
run the lawn mower over the area a second time.
For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of
cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
For better grass bagging and most cutting condi-
tions, the engine speed should be set in the fast position.
Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled
with dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect
less grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using.
Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean
of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air
flow and extend engine life.
IMPORTANT:
FOR BEST PERFORMAN-
CE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF
B U I L T- U P G R A S S A N D T R A S H . S E E
CLEANING
IN CUSTOMER RESPON-
SIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
CAUTION:
If the engine fails to start in 30
second after repeated starting operation
b y p u l l i n g t h e s t a r t e r k n o b , p l e a s e s t o p
your operation and check the causes. See
trouble shooting.
3.Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed.
Fill to full line on dipstick.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or
each season. You may need to change the oil more
often under dusty, dirty conditions.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
(for 3in1mower) .
The special mulching blade will re-cut the grass
clippings many times and reduce them in size so that
as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the
grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the
dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
NOTE:
Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate
reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap,
then remove it to read the dipstick.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine.
Engine holds approximately 0.6L refer to engine
manufacturers specifications in engine hand book.
For type and grade of oil to use, see
ENGINE
in Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.
1.Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill
is clean.
