MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam*
age.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
•Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove
•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
IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of
•iLCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug.
electdcal system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shodened engine life.
_,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 "TO 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 possibility that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower
into the operator'smowing position. If the deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced.
DISCHARGE GUARD
The discharge guard, attached to the discharge opening of your lawn mower, is provided to prevent the possibility of injury resulting from objects being thrown out of the discharge opening into the operator mowing position. If the discharge guard becomes damaged, it should be replaced.
TO ADJUST HANDLE
The handle can be mounted in a high or
low 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.
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.
Lower
Rotate
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
1.Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with dgid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside
of the bag top.
2.Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using. ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear
13door removed or propped open.