WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any
adjustments or repairs on it.
Starting Engine
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operat- ing mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts
on engine and lawn mower.
1.Push primer three times. Wait about two seconds between each push. See Figure 2. In temperature around 55° F or below, prime five times. Do not prime to restart a warm engine.
2.Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control handle against upper handle. See Figure 2.
3.Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. See Figure 2. Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly. Repeat until engine cranks. Let the rope rewind each time slowly.
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Figure 2
Stopping Engine
1.Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.
WARNING: The blade continues to ro- tate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Do not touch the blade in any way while it is still rotating.
2.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.
Using Your Lawn Mower
Be sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage the lawn mower or the engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign ob- ject, stop the engine. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired.
Operating Tips
1.Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.
2.For best results, do not cut wet grass.
3.New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a narrower cut.
4.For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than
5.Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.
6.For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass.
6.Adjust ground speed according to condition of lawn.
7.If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4 inches, mulching is not recommended. Mow using the side discharge to reduce the grass height to
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark plug, thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.
Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired.
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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. En- gine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower.
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