Assembly
Install Handle
1.Mount handle to outside of mower housing, using bottom hole, with (2) 5/16±18 x 1±1/4º lg. capscrews, washers, and thin nylon insert locknuts (Fig. 2).
2.Secure handle latches to handle with (2) 5/16±18 x 1±1/2º lg. capscrews, washers and nylon insert locknuts (Fig. 2).
Note: Handle height is adjustable for operator comfort. Stand behind mower handle to gauge height. To adjust handle height, reposition capscrews and locknuts securing handle latches to handle into other mounting holes in latches.
3.Slide bag support rod thru top mounting holes in handle and secure each end with a cap locknut (Fig. 2).
4.Use a cable tie to secure the control cables to left handle below the bag support rod.
5.Pull starter rope through rope guide on handle (Fig. 3).
Note: To make the rope easier to loop, squeeze the control bar on the handle to release the blade brake.
Install Gas Tank
1.Start self±tapping screws into bottom of gas tank and then remove screws.
2.Hook plastic clips on front of gas tank into slots on rear of engine (Fig. 4).
3.Secure gas tank to tank base with (2) self±tapping screws (Fig. 4). Do not overtighten screws.
4.Remove red cap from end of fuel line and from end of elbow fitting on gas tank. Slide end of fuel line onto elbow fitting (Fig. 5). Secure fuel line in place with fuel line clamp.
Install Discharge Tunnel Plug
1.Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the handle and moving it rearwards (Fig. 6). Hold the discharge door handle to prevent the spring±loaded door from closing while inserting the plug.
2.Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it (Fig. 6). Make sure the arrow on the plug decal is pointing upwards.
3.Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the bottom of the plug clicks into place, locking the plug securely into the discharge tunnel (Fig. 7). Release discharge door handle to lock top of plug.
Before Starting
Oil
Fill crankcase with SAE 30 oil until oil level reaches FULL mark on dipstick as shown in Figure 8. The maximum crankcase capacity is 26 ounces (0.77 liters) of oil with filter. Use any high quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute (API) ªservice classificationºÐSF, SG, SH, or SJ.
Before each use or every five hours, ensure oil level is between ADD and FULL marks on dipstick (Fig. 8). Add oil if level is low.
1.Position mower on level surface and clean around oil dipstick.
2.Remove dipstick by rotating cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn (Fig. 8).
3.Wipe dipstick and insert it into filler neck. Rotate cap clockwise 1/4 turn. Then remove dipstick and check level of oil (Fig. 8). If level is
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