Page 2 - Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers; SAFETY RULES; IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
2 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related ac ces so ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash hands after handling. WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its con stit u ents, and certai...
Page 3 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 3ASSEMBLY .................................................................... 4OPERATION .............
Page 4 - ASSEMBLY; TO RE MOVE LAWN MOW ER FROM CAR TON; HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOW ER; TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
4 ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this man u al in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mow er. IMPORTANT : THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH- OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Your new lawn mower has been as sem bled at the factory with the ex cep tion of those p...
Page 5 - KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER; MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS; OPERATION
5 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our r...
Page 6 - TO CONVERT MOWER; HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER; ENGINE SPEED
6 SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 6)• Rear door must be closed. • Open mulcher door and install dis charge defl ector under door as shown. • Mower is now ready for discharging operation. • To convert to mulching or bagging operation, dis charge defl ector must be removed and mulcher door must be closed. ...
Page 7 - BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
7 OPERATION SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING -1. Rear door closed. 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR REAR BAGGING -1. Grass catcher installed. 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -1. Rear door closed. 2. Discharge defl ector installed. FIG. 6 OPEN MULCHER DOOR...
Page 8 - TO STOP ENGINE
8 MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher blade attachments on your mower. Such at-tachments are hazardous, will damage your mower and could void your warranty. • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to kee...
Page 9 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; BEFORE EACH USE
9 Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil Clean Air...
Page 10 - LAWN MOWER; TIRES; GEAR CASE
10 LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing main te nance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem- i cals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. DRIVE WHEELS Check front drive wheel...
Page 11 - LUBRICATION; MUFFLER; CLEANING; CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
11 AIR FILTER (See Fig. 12) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi lter. Replace paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, which ev er occurs fi rst. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Loosen screws and remove cover. 2. Carefully remove cart...
Page 12 - TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
12 MOWING POSITION MOWING POSITION HIGH POSITION LOW POSITION HANDLE BRACKET HAIRPIN COTTER MOUNTING PIN FIG. 15 LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See “TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation section of this manual. REAR DEFLECTOR The rear defl ector, attached between the rear wheels of your mo...
Page 13 - FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER; STORAGE
13 LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Lubricate as shown in Maintenance section of this manua...
Page 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
14 Does not start 1. Dirty air fi lter. 1. Clean/replace air fi lter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3. Empty fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Water in fuel. 4. Empty fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected...
Page 15 - SERVICE NOTES