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manufacturer's(O.E.M.blade(s)only,listedinthis

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improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!°

6.Mowerbladesare sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

7.Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

8.Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

9.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.

10.Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running.

11.Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety! °

12.Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

13.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

14.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

WARNING: YOUR RESPONSIBILITY- Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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Contents Operators Manual Engineinformation Importantsafeoperationpractices General OperationMufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea Towing Improperperformanceandcompromisesafety Sight and Hold this Level with a Vertical Tree Attachingthe BatteryCables TRACTORSET-UPAttachingThe SteeringWheel AttachingTheSeat Identifyingthe MulchPlugif soequipped GasandOilFill-upShippingBraceRemoval IgnitionIgnitionSwitch KnowyourlawntractorSpeedControlLever ChokeControlShiftLever ParkingBrakeBeforeStartingEngine SafetyInterlockSystemOperatingthelawntractor Startingthe EngineOperatingTheLawnTractor EngagingTheCuttingBladesMowing Mulching Inch DecksQuickAdjustmentSeatif soequipped MakingadjustmentsStandardAdjustmentSeat KnobAdjustmentSeatif soequippedDeckEngagementAdjustment Settingthe OeckWheel Height on models soequippedShift Knob Assembly ParkingBrakeAdjustmentSpeedControlAdjustment Disengagement RodSteeringAdjustment Ferrule Hairpin Clip Speed Control RodChangingEngineOil Modelsequippedwith an oil drain sleeve MaintainingyourlawntractorEngine ChangingEngineOil Modelsequippedwith an oil drain valveEngine Air Cleaner Fuel FilterSpark Plugs Rear WheelsAdjustable Deck Links Deck Anti-sway Rod ServiceBelt Keeper Pins Deck Anti-sway Rod CuttingDeckRemovalCuttingBlades Worn Blade Edge Wind WingBattery BeltReplacementTires Deck Belt 38- and 42-inch Decks Deck Belts46 DeckOrive Belts Upperand Lower TransmissionATTACHMENTS& Accessories OFF-SEASONSTORAGETroubleshootingguide Possible Trouble CausesPage Page Page Manufacturers Limited Warranty For OTROn BIITIIi