OPERATION
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER
WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER
FOR MULCHING -
1.Rear mulcher plug installed.
2.Side discharge guard closed.
FOR REAR BAGGING -
1.Rear mulcher plug removed.
2.Grass catcher installed.
3.Side discharge guard closed.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -
1.Rear mulcher plug installed.
2.Side discharge deflector installed.
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without rear mulcher plug in place or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.
FIG. 6B
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7)
1.Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle.
2.Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle.
3.Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and bag handle.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.
MULCHER PLUG
FIG. 6A
DISCHARGE
GUARD
OPEN
DISCHARGE
GUARD
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
8
BAG | GRASS CATCHER |
HANDLE | FRAME HANDLE |
FIG. 7
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL (See Fig. 8)
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see “ENGINE” in Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.
1.Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean.
2.Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
NOTE: ALLOW OIL TO SETTLE DOWN INTO ENGINE FOR ACCURATE READING. TO READ PROPER LEVEL, TIGHTEN ENGINE OIL CAP, THEN REMOVE IT TO READ THE DIPSTICK.
3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
•Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
•Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.