White E960-E969 - Manual

5 • Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. • We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. The...

6 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE 15° SIGH T AN D HO L D TH IS L E VEL WI TH A V E R T IC AL TR EE A PO WE R POLE A CORNE R OF A BU ILDING OR A FEN C E P O ST F O L D O N D O T T E D L IN E , R E P R E S E N T IN G A 1 5 ° S L O P E USE THIS P A GE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE S L OPE S WH ERE Y O U MAY NOT O PER...

7 SECTION 3: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Remove Unit From Carton • See Figure 3. • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). • Cut corner’s and lay carton down flat...

8 SECTION 4: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER This guide covers two model series. Models 950 thru 959 have fixed front wheels; models 960 thru 969 have caster front wheels. All models are six speed, self propelled mowers. Much of this owner’s manual pertains to both models. However, there are some model-s...

9 • Your mower has been shipped in the lowest cutting position for shipping purposes. Please see the “cutting height adjustment lever” section on page 10 of this owner’s guide to adjust cutting height. SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Figure 5 Step 6. Tighten the cable ties and insert pegs on ties in...

11 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (Model 960 Thru 969) The rear wheel cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, pull the lever out and away from the mower. Move it forward or backward to the desired cutting height. See Figure 5. The front wh...

13 To Stop Engine And Blade • Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade. W A R N I N G : The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Using Your Rotary Mower Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could ...

14 SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS W a r n i n g : Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. Handle Height Adjustment Figure 8 Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. To lower the handle height, pr...

15 Shift Lever Cable Adjustment Periodic adjustment of the six-speed shift cable may be required due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment is needed if all six speeds do not work. The adjustable cable bracket is located beside the engine on the left side of the mower. Follow steps 1 through 7 to a...

16 Deck The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a build-up 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, discharge or bagging. The deck may be cleaned ...

17 When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It may cause damage to t...

22 SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Refer to separate engine manual packed with your mower for more engine related information. NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service dealer or call1-800-94WHITE. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Act...

29 Model E969 Ref. No. Part No. Description 1 710-1174 Bolt Cur. Carr. 5/16-18 x 2.0 2 714-0104 Cotter Pin .072 x 1.12 Lg. 3 720-0241 Knob Assembly 4 726-0240 Strap 4.3 Lg. 5 736-0451 Wash. Sad. .320 ID x.830 OD 7 710-1205 Eyebolt 9 746-0876 Throttle Lever 10 736-0501 Spring Wash.Curved 11 712-0324 ...

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out-door Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur-chased and used in the United States, its possessions andterritories. White Outdoor Products Co. warrants this product againstdefects in material and ...