Handle Height
Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. For convenience of operating, you may lower the handle height as follows:
•Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
•Disconnect the lower handle from the handle bracket assemblies by removing the wing nuts. See Figure 10.
•Position each handle bracket assembly stud into the top hole in the lower handle.
NOTE: Each end of the lower handle must be placed in same relative position.
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Wing
Nuts 
Handle
Bracket
Assemblies
Figure 10
Lower Handle
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER
General Recommendations
•Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
•The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed in this manual.
•Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty.
•All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
•Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
Lubrication
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine.
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 11.
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
•Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point periodically with light oil to prevent rust.
Engine
Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction.
Lubricate
Lubricate
Figure 11
Cleaning Mower
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent any
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
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