CHECK SPARK PLUG
Spark plug should be replaced every 100 hours of operation or each year.
NOTE: Loose spark plug wire terminals can cause sparking. Replace terminal if damaged.
CHECK ENGINE COOLING
WARNING: HOT SURFACES can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT TOUCH parts which are hot from operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
To prevent overheating, air must circulate freely around the cooling fins, cylinder head and block.
Every 100 hours of operation or yearly (more often if conditions require) remove blower housing and clean cooling fins. See engine manual for instructions.
CHECK MUFFLER
Check muffler for debris, cracks, wear, or other damage.
CAUTION: Replace
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.
SERVICE POSITION
Put unit into service position for easy access to underneath the deck.
CAUTION: Avoid fuel spills. Follow steps below to help prevent fuel spills. If fuel leaks into air cleaner, replace air cleaner. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
1.Place unit on a flat, level surface.
2.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
3.Remove fuel cap, place a piece of plastic bag over the opening and tighten cap securely.
4.Tip unit onto right side (911112, 113). Tip unit onto left side, opposite the discharge opening (911110, 111).
Make sure unit is secure and will not tip over.
IMPORTANT: Remove plastic from fuel cap after unit is upright and service is complete.
HANDLEBAR HEIGHT
To adjust (Figure 16):
1.Remove hardware from lower handlebar mounting hole.
2.Rotate the handlebar up or down to the desired height and align the mounting holes with the holes in the handlebar upright.
3.Secure the handlebars in position with hardware removed in step 1.
NOTE: To fold handlebars flat for storage, remove the hardware from the lower handlebar mounting holes, rotate the handlebars forward, and then replace the hardware in the holes on the handlebar upright.
Mounting | Handlebar Upright |
Hardware |
Figure 16
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