Craftsman 388 Muffler, Spark Plug, Lawn Mower To Adjust CUI-FING Height, Rear Deflector, Cleaning

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MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better. Set spark plug gap at .030 inch.

_I,CAUTION: Before performing any sewice or adjustments:

1.Release control bar and stop engine.

2.Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

3.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

LAWN MOWER

TO ADJUST CU'I-FING HEIGHT

See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in

the Operation section of this manual.

REAR DEFLECTOR

The rear deflector, attached between the

rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into

the operator mowing position. If the deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced.

TO ADJUST HANDLE

The handle on your lawn mower has

three (3) height positions _ adjust to height that suits you.

•Squeeze the bottom ends of lower

handle towards each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into one of

the three height adjustment holes.

CLEANING

IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and

trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use.

ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug.

•Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build-up of grass and trash.

•Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil,etc.

•We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1, Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with dgid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside

of the bag top.

2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: if vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If

bag gets wet, let it dry before using.

ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.

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