Craftsman 38872 Muffler, Spark Plug, Lawn Mower To Adjust Cutting Height, Rear Deflector

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MUFFLER

Inspect and replace con'odedmuffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam-

age.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plu=g,type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

in Maintenance section of this manual.

_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

1.Release control bar and stop engine.

2.Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

3.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

See "ro ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in

the Operation section of this manual.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibilitythat objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into the operator mowing position. If the

deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE

The handle can be mounted in a high or ;ow position. The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off center for

raising or lowering the handle.

1.Remove upper handle and all parts attached to lower handle.

2.Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket mounting pin.

3.Squeeze lower handle in to remove it from mounting pins.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean the underside of _our mower after each use.

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

•Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up 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.

•We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electdcal system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

4.Turn lower handle over to raise or lower handle.

5.Squeeze lower handle in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket.

6.Reassemble upper handle and all parts removed from lower handle.

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