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8. LUBRICATION INSTRUCIONS
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE SERVICING.
1. WHEELS-Lubricate the ball bearings in each wheel at least once a season with a light oil.
2. ENGINE-Follow engine manual for lubrication instructions.
9. CLEANING
CAUTION:
Do not hose engine. Water can damage the engine or contaminate the fuel system.
1. Wipe deck with dry cloth.
2. Hose the under deck by tilting the mower so that the spark plug is up.
9.1 ENGINE AIR CLEANER
CAUTION:
Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter foam element. The engine air cleaner element
must be serviced (cleaned) after 25 hours normal mowing. The foam element must be serviced regularly if the
mower is used in dry dusty conditions.
To CLEAN AIR FILTER
1. Press down the two tabs on top of the filter cover.
2. Remove cover. (Fig.14A)
3. Where a foam element is fitted, wash the filter element in soap water. (Fig.14B)
DO NOT USE GASOLINE!
4. Air dry filter element.
5. Place a few drops of SAE30 oil on the foam filter and squeeze tightly to remove any excess oil.
6. Reinstall filter. Simply replace paper filters.
NOTE:
Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to be cleaned.
Fig.14A Fig.14B
9.2 CUTTING BLADE
CAUTION:
Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before working on the cutting blade to
prevent accidental engine starting. Protect hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blades.
Tip the mower as specified in the separate engine manual. Remove the hex bolt and washer which holds the
blade and blade adapter to the engine crankshaft. Remove the blade and adapter from the crankshaft.
WARNING:
Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.
Replace when necessary. For best results your blade should be sharp. Slightly worn blades may be
re-sharpened with care. After removing the blade, it may be ground or filed, so that the cutting edge is as close
Filter element
Filter cover
