Страница 1: ...engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator...
Страница 2: ...ed up and thrown by blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Do not operate the mower when bare foot or wearing open sandals Always wear sub...
Страница 3: ...gas cap and tighten securely V GENERAL SERVICE Never run machine inside a closed area o Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine motor running Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire...
Страница 4: ...HAND SIDE What is the right and left side of the lawn mower When right hand RH or left hand LH is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position standing behind the handle W...
Страница 5: ...e ustment bracket 3 POSITION QUICK HANDLES Raise lower handle section to operating position and squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into...
Страница 6: ...awnmowerhousingwhenthereardooris loweredontothe grasscatcherframe Frame handle HINGE BRACKET MOUNTED Rear door bracket Grass catcher frame Formed tabs HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTED Handle Rear Grass catcher...
Страница 7: ...ging disconnect harness connector female from battery charger connector male Connect your battery charger to charge battery after each use IMPORTANT The engine will not recharge your battery UNITS WIT...
Страница 8: ...is best for most lawns Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut MODELS WITH MANUAL ADJUST BOLT ON WHEELS Remove wheel bolt and hardware and reassemble in desired adjustment hole Reinstal...
Страница 9: ...ning of mower CAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate plug in place or ap proved clipping deflector or grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear doo...
Страница 10: ...tall mulcher plug as shown making sure tab is seated properly_ _ CAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without discharge guard approved grass catcher or mulcher plug in place COMBI CUT MOWERS Your lawn m...
Страница 11: ...ved grass catcher or clipping deflector in place Never attempt to operate mower with the rear door removed or propped open SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR COMBI CUT LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHI...
Страница 12: ...ee Storage Instructions for additional information_ Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE _ CAUTION The mower blade rotates wheneve...
Страница 13: ...tting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried yet the new...
Страница 14: ...e been subjected to op erator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must main tain mower as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically...
Страница 15: ...kshaft 5 Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt turning clockwise The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft Ibs IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated If b...
Страница 16: ...horten engine life GRASS CATCHER IF SO EQUIPPED Grass catcher may be hosed with water but must be dry when used _CAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject to deterioration and wear an...
Страница 17: ...e assembled to the carburetor when running engine o Best carburetor adjustment is obtained when fuel tank is 1 4 full In order for the engine to run the opera tor presence control bar must be held in...
Страница 18: ...lightly before painting HANDLE Your handle may be folded for storage as shown Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards each other until handle clears the handle brackets and swing handles forw...
Страница 19: ...ge battery 48 hours_ OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store...
Страница 20: ...ce air filter 4 Clean underside of mower housing 5 Check oil level 6 Cut at slower walking speed 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Set all wheels at same height 3 Clean underside of mower housing 1...
