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Preparing for Maintenance
1.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2.
Disconnect the
spark plug wire from the
spark plug and hook it
onto the retaining post
(A) before performing
any maintenance
procedure.
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3.
After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
Note: Before tipping the mower to change the oil or
replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to run dry
through normal usage. If you must tip the mower
prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to
remove the fuel. Always tip the mower onto the right
side.
Warning
Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak.
Gasoline is flammable, explosive and can cause
personal injury.
Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a
hand pump; never siphon.
Replacing the Air Filter
Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently
in dusty operating conditions.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 13.
1.
Rotate the air filter
cover to remove it.
2.
Replace the air filter.
3.
Install the cover.
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Changing the Engine Oil
Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating
hours; change it yearly thereafter.
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants.
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 13.
1.
Remove the
dipstick.
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2.
Tip the mower onto
the right side to drain
the used oil out through
the oil fill tube.
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3.
Slowly pour oil into
the oil fill tube until the
oil level reaches the Full
line on the dipstick. Do
not overfill. (Max. fill:
20 oz., type: SAE 30W
detergent oil with an API
service classification of
SF, SG, SH, or SJ.)
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4.
Install the dipstick securely.
5.
Dispose of the used oil properly at a local
recycling center.
Lubricating the Self-propel
Drive
Self-propel Model only
1.
Wipe the grease fittings (A) on the rear wheel
height adjustment levers with a clean rag.
2.
Install a grease gun
onto each fitting and
gently apply 1 or 2
pumps of #2
multi-purpose lithium
grease.
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Important: Excess grease may prevent the wheel
clutch from properly operating.
