9GENERAL SAFETY
For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed:
Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual.
Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine.
Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recommended when using this machine, especially in dry and dusty conditions.
Wearing gloves is recommended while operating this machine.
·DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, near debris outlet or near any moving parts.
·DO NOT start engine without height adjust lever in up position and clutch bail disengaged.
·DO NOT start or operate machine with guards removed. ·DO NOT perform any service on the unit without removing the spark plug wire.
·DO NOT operate a machine that exhibits excessive vibration. ·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than19°. ·DO NOT use this unit on any surface other than grass lawns. ·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.
10ASSEMBLY
Read all safety and operating instructions before assembling or starting this unit.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING
1.ASSEMBLE left rear wheel to axle using 3/4" wrench.
2.UNFOLD the upper handle (item 26) and slide handle lock loops (item 28) into place to secure the upper handle to the lower.
3.CHECK engine oil level and fill to proper level with engine manufactur ers recommended grade of oil. Move height adjust lever to down position, to level engine during checking. See engine manufacturers instruction manual.
4.CONNECT spark plug wire.
11PACKING CHECKLIST
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Check
Check
Literature
Assembly
350243
Check
Check
Owner's
Manual
350245
Literature CR
Accessories
350246
Warranty
Card 400972
EU Declaration
of Conformity &
EU Distributor
List 350139
Part No. 350245 | Page 3 of 12 | Form No. F021805A |