1.Loosenthe two (2) handleknobson
sides of the upperhandleand allow handleto fold downto the rear.
2.Removethe two (2) handleknobsand carriagebolts on sides of the lower handleand pivot entire handleas- semblyforwardand allow it to reston mower.
3.Reinstallknobsand carriageboltsto lower handleor handlebracketsfor
safe keeping.
•Whensetting up your handlefromthe storageposition,the lowerhandlewill requiremanuallylocking intothe mow- ing position.
IMPORTANT:When foldingthe handle for storageor transportation,be sure to fold the handleasshownor you may dam- agethe controlcables.
Operator | MOWING |
f | POSITION |
control bar |
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FOLD
FORWARD ",,
FOR ".,
STORAGE
Lower handle
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
•Empty the fuel tank by starting the en- gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
•Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor. Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER
1.Remove spark plug.
2.Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.
3.Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.
4.Replace with new spark plug.
B AT T E RY
Handle bracket
Knob
"Bolt
Disconnect the battery from the engine connector and charge battery 48 hours.
OTHER
•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
•If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt.
•Cover your unit with a suitable protec- tive cover that does not retain moisture.
Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to
form and will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
ACAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
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