Lubrication
WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of service work on the lawn mower.
Blade Control Handle: Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 12.
Wheels: Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If the wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
Chute Deflector or Mulching Baffle: Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point periodically with light oil to prevent any rust or binding.
Engine: Follow the separate engine manual packed with you unit for lubrication instructions.
Lubricate
Lubricate 
Figure 12
Maintenance
NOTE: When tipping the unit or emptying the fuel tank keep the air cleaner side of engine up. Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem.
Engine Care
Alist of key maintenance jobs, required for good performance by the mower, is given below. Follow the accompanying engine manual for details.
•Change the engine oil regularly, as instructed in the engine manual. Check oil level before starting engine every time.
•Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicate that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
•Clean the engine periodically. Remove dirt and debris with a cloth or brush.
•Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from muffler area.
•Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to .030” at least once a season. Refer to the engine manual for correct spark plug type.
•Inspect muffler periodically and replace if necessary.
Deck
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, dirt, or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching, discharge, or bagging. The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
IMPORTANT: We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.
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