Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter to start the unit.
Primer
The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor. Use it to start a cold engine, but do not use it to restart a warm engine after short shutdown.
Blade Control Handle
WARNING: This control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It is used to regulate the engine speed.
WARNING: The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine. Do not adjust the throttle control with the engine running.
Caster Wheels
Your mower is equipped with caster wheels in front. The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position for mowing on hills, or can be left unlocked to swivel freely on level ground.
SECTION 8: OPERATION
Gas And Oil Fill-up
Oil :
•Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Use SAE30 oil; do not use 10W40 oil.
•Fill oil sump and check the oil level following steps below. See Figure 8.
a.Position the mower on level ground and clean area around oil fill plug.
b.Remove oil fill plug and dipstick. Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole and tighten securely.
c.Remove dipstick and check oil level. If the oil is not upto FULL mark on the dipstick, pour recommended oil through the oil fill and check the level again.
•Install oil fill plug and dipstick, tighten securely.
Fill oil here
Fill gas here
FIGURE 8
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