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Safety

Setup

PREPARING THE ENGINE 

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 This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT

OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

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NOTE: 

Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10)

is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any 
gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the 
product warranty.

VI. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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using your lawn mower. 

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operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy 
footwear, eye protection and hearing protection. DO 
NOT mow in shorts and/or open-toed footwear.

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ALWAYS let someone know you are outside mowing.

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NEVER allow children in the vicinity of any operating
mower, even if the blades are off. Children should be 
under the supervision of a responsible adult

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the operator for the duration of the mowing operation.

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trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, 
then refuel such equipment with a portable container, 
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. 

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tank or container opening at all times until fueling is 
complete. 
DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device. 

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immediately. 

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NEVER 

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tighten securely. 

GENERAL SERVICE 

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NEVER operate machine in a closed area.

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in safe working condition. 

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 NEVER remove or tamper with any safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly. NEVER do 
anything to interfere with the function of a safety device 
or to reduce the protection offered by the safety device.

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buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-
soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. 

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machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. 

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NEVER attempt to make any adjustments or repairs
while the engine (motor) is running. Disconnect the 
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to 
prevent unintended starting.

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chute frequently, and replace with manufacturer’s 
recommended parts when necessary. 

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and use extra caution when servicing it. 

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DO NOT change the engine governor setting or
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as necessary.

 

 

CAUTION: An Operator Presence Control 
is installed on this lawn mower in order to 
minimize the risk of blade contact injury.   
DO NOT under any circumstances attempt 
to defeat the function of the operator 
control. The blade turns when the engine  
is running. 

model numbers  060-1662-4  |  060-1663-2  |  060-1664-0  |  060-1665-8  |  contact us: 1.866.523.5218

Summary of Contents for 060-1662-4

Page 1: ...struction Manual IMPORTANT Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product 115792632 Rev A model numbers 060 1662 4 060 1663 2 060 1664 0 060 1665 8 contact us 1...

Page 2: ...trols and features to operate it safely This manual however is NOT a replacement for you reading your complete owner s manual and all the details it covers such as mower maintenance adjustments and st...

Page 3: ...ial plate will look similar to the serial plate shown above IMPORTANT PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION Please record your machine model and serial number with the date of purchase in the space provide...

Page 4: ...ice centre department CAUTION VG FS BOE PUIFS FOHJOF QBSUT become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped To avoid severe burns on contact stay away from these areas DAN...

Page 5: ...backwards unless absolutely necessary ALWAYS look down and behind before and while moving backwards NEVER direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruct...

Page 6: ...IBOHF DMPUIJOH immediately NEVER PWFS MM GVFM UBOL 3FQMBDF HBT DBQ BOE tighten securely GENERAL SERVICE NEVER operate machine in a closed area FFQ BMM OVUT BOE CPMUT UJHIU UP FOTVSF UIF FRVJQNFOU JT i...

Page 7: ...carton thoroughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT Unfold handle carefully to avoid pinching or damaging the control cables 1 Raise handles until lower handle sectio...

Page 8: ...sure lawnmower is level 3FNPWF PJM EJQTUJDL GSPN PJM MM TQPVU 3 Empty contents of motor oil provided into the engine UISPVHI UIF MM TQPVU 4 Pour oil slowly DO NOT PWFS MM 8BJU POF NJOVUF to allow oil...

Page 9: ...ower we wish to ensure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST MM BTTFNCMZ JOTUSVDUJPOT IBWF CFFO DPNQMFUFE P SFNBJOJOH M...

Page 10: ...must be present and closed if bag is not attached Operator Presence Control Bar Easy Store IF EQUIPPED Must be held down to the handle to start the engine or engage the blades Release the bar to stop...

Page 11: ...EQUIPPED EZ bag access keeps discharge cover open for bag access Gasoline Filler Cap Air Filter Housing VG FS Spark Plug Engine Oil Cap with Dipstick Discharge Cover Discharge cover must be present a...

Page 12: ...HEIGHT IMPORTANT NOTE MAKE SURE ENGINE AND BLADE ARE STOPPED Adjust the cutting height to suit your requirements The JEEMF QPTJUJPO JT TVJUBCMF GPS NPTU MBXOT 3BJTF UIF wheels for low cut and lower t...

Page 13: ...ndle only Hold the operator presence control bar down against the handle to continue mowing without self propelling DRIVE CONTROL HANDLE 1 Self propelling is controlled by holding the operator presenc...

Page 14: ...peration side mulch door must be closed and if equipped with a latch the latch should be in the locked position MULCH DISCHARGE GUARD 1 Open the mulch door 2 Install the mulch discharge guard under th...

Page 15: ...degrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn ALWAYS mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades WPJE DVUUJOH ZPVS MBXO XIFO JU JT XFU 8...

Page 16: ...battery X X4 ENGINE Check engine oil level X5 Change engine oil X1 2 MFBO BJS MUFS X2 OTQFDU NVG FS X Replace spark plug X 3FQMBDF BJS MUFS QBQFS DBSUSJEHF X2 Empty fuel system or add stabilizer X if...

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