GEAR CASE
•To keep your drive system working properly, the gear case and area around the drive should be kept clean and free of trash
•The gear case is filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case.
GEAR CASE WITH METAL HOUSING:
•If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Premium 1 Grease, Part No. 750369. Do not substitute.
GEAR CASE WITH PLASTIC HOUSING:
•If lubricant is required, use only ELF Multis EP00. Do not substitute.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Clean the element after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See the maintenance section of your engine manual.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Set spark plug gap according to engine
SPARK PLUG BOOT
On some models a spark plug boot is packed loose in the parts bag. If your model has the boot, install on spark plug wire and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
Spark plug
Boot
IMPORTANT: The engine alternator will not charge a discharged battery.
ALL UNITS:
At the end of the mowing season the battery should be charged for 48 hours to protect the battery during winter storage.
CAUTION: Always disconnect the engine connector (male) from the battery connector (female) to prevent accidental starting when transporting or storing your lawn mower after the season.
Engine | Harness |
connector | connector |
(male) | (female) |
ENGINE
Read the maintenance section of your engine manual.
LUBRICATION
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Refer to engine manual.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (SEE ENGINE MANUAL)
• | Be sure lawn mower is on level surface. |
• | Oil will drain more freely when warm. |
manual specifications.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of grass
•Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove buildup of grass and trash.
•Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.
•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
TO PREPARE BATTERY (ELECTRIC START MODELS ONLY)
NOTE: Your battery must be charged before you can start your lawn mower.
UNITS WITH HANDLE-MOUNTED KEY SWITCH ONLY:
•Connect battery charger connector (male) to harness connector (female).
UNITS WITH
•Disconnect engine connector (male) from battery connector (female).
•Connect battery charger connector (male) to battery connector (female).
Battery charger
Charger connector (male)
DECK-MOUNTED BATTERY
Engine
connector
(Male)
• Catch oil in a suitable container. |
• For engines without dipstick, remove |
bottom oil drain plug. |
• For engines with oil fill cap/dipstick, |
remove bottom drain plug or remove en- |
gine oil cap and turn mower on its side. |
• After oil has drained completely, replace |
oil drain plug and tighten securely. |
• Refill engine with oil. Pour slowly. Do |
not overfill. |
• Fill to top of slot inside of filler hole or |
to “FULL” line on dipstick on models so |
equipped. Keep oil at proper level. |
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter, and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can shorten 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 and should therefore be checked to ensure compliance with original manufacturer specifications.
ALL UNITS:
•Plug battery charger into 110 volt A.C. outlet.
•Leave battery charger connected for 24 hours before starting your engine for the first time.
UNITS WITH
•After charging, 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.
| Battery |
| charger |
| Battery |
| charger |
| connector |
Battery connector (Female) | (Male) |
| |
Charger connector | Battery connector |
(male) | (female) |
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:
•Release operator presence control bar.
•Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in
contact with plug. | 18 |
|
UNITS WITH
•After charging, connect engine connector (male) to battery connector (female).
Your engine has an integral alternator for partial charging. Connect your battery charger to charge battery as required.
Engine
7 connector (male) Battery charger