3.
The engine is shipped without oil. Oil must be added to the engine before it can be started.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for the recommended level and type of oil.
4.
Set the cutting height by placing the height adjustment pins in the desired hole in the height
adjustment links. The pins should be in the same hole on both the front and rear links.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
The lawn mower is a powerful machine and is capable of amputating hands and feet, and can throw materials
that can cause injury and damage to your property.
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY.
PRE-START CHECK LIST
•
Check the exterior surfaces of the lawn mower. Clean up any accumulation of grass, oil, or gas, especially around air
intakes and cooling fins on the engine.
•
Check the engine oil and add as needed. (SEE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL.)
•
Fill the fuel tank outdoors where fumes will dissipate.
•
Check the spark plug for tightness and check the spark plug wire connection.
STARTING AND STOPPING
•
To start a cold engine, move the On/Off switch to “On” and
move throttle control to the
CHOKE
position as shown to
the right. If engine is warm, move the throttle control to the
slow position. Pull the starter rope to start engine. When
the engine is running, move the throttle control to the
desired speed.
WARNING:
the automatic clutch will
engage the blade drive system immediately.
KEEP FEET
AND HANDS CLEAR OF DECK EDGES.
•
To stop the engine, move the throttle control to the stop
position and move the On/Off switch to “Off”.
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