10
WARNING
Always stop engine,
disconnect spark
plug, and ground
against engine before
cleaning, lubricating
or doing any kind of
maintenance on your
machine.
Figure 10
General Recommendations
1. Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.
2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed here.
3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
4. All adjustments should be checked at least
once each season.
5. Periodically check all fasteners and make
sure these are tight.
Lubrication
1. Lubricate the pivot points on the blade
control handle at least once a season with
light oil. The blade control must operate
freely in both directions. See Figure 10.
2. If your mower is equipped with ball bearing
wheels, lubricate at least once a season
with a light oil, all other types require no
lubrication. However, if the wheels are
removed for any reason, lubricate the
surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface
of the wheel with light automotive oil.
3. Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point
periodically with light oil to prevent rust. See
Figure 10.
4. Follow the accompanying engine manual for
lubrication schedule and instruction.
,UBRICATETHESE
POINTSBEFORE
REASSEMBLY
Engine
1. Refer to the separate engine manual for
engine maintenance instructions.
2. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Read and follow instructions carefully.
3. Under normal conditions service air cleaner
as instructed in the separate engine manual
packed with your unit. Clean every few hours
under extremely dusty conditions. Poor
engine performance and flooding usually indi-
cates that the air cleaner should be serviced.
4. The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap
reset once a season. Spark plug replacement
is recommended at the start of each mowing
season; check engine manual for correct plug
type and gap specifications.
NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
5. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or
brush. Keep the cooling system (blower hous-
ing area) clean to permit proper air circulation
which is essential to engine performance and
life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt and
combustible debris from muffler area.
Deck
The underside of the mower deck should be
cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of
grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this
debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust
and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower
and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make
certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
NOTE: If unit is tipped for easier access to
blade or belt, tip mower as specified in separate
engine manual. If it does not specify turn mower
on its side making sure that the air filter and the
carburetor are up.
We do not recommend
the use of pressure
washers or garden
hose to clean your
unit. These may cause
damage to electrical
components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or
the engine. The use
of water will result in
shortened life and
reduce serviceability.
Maintenance