General Recommendations
Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
The warrantyon thislawn mower does notcover itemsthat havebeen subjectedtooperatorabuse or negligence.To receivefull value from the warranty,operatormustmaintainthe lawn mower as instructedin this manual.
Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty.
Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments sectionof this manual shouldbe checked at
least once each season.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. Periodicallycheck all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
disconnect the spark plug wire before WARNING: Always stop the engine and
performingany maintenanceor adjustments.
Cleaning
The undersideof the mower deck shouldbe cleaned after each use to prevent any buildupof grass clippings, leaves, dirt, or otherdebris. Ifthis debdsis allowedto accumulate, itwillresultin rust and corrosion.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold it firmly.
Scrape clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool.
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If you had put plastic under the gas cap, make sure to remove it now.
&WARNING: Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the
mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem.
NOTE: We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean mower unless the muffler, air filterand carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can shorten engine life.
Engine Maintenance
&WARNING: Always stop englne, disconnect spark plug wire, and move it
away from spark plug before performing any adjustments or repairs.
.'ustomer Responsibilities
MAINTENANCE | SERVICE |
SCHEDULE | DATES |
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