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ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,or replacementof the emissioncontroldevicesand systems,which

are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-roed engine repair establishment or indMdual. Warranty repairsmust be performedby an authorized engine manufacturer'sserviceoutlet.

TO ADJUSTTHRO'n'LE CONTROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1.With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.

2.Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw

securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If

adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

1.With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.

2.Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

3.Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

4.Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate propedy due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and!or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-govemed high speed needs adjusting, contacta Sears or other quardied servicecenter,,which has proper equip- ment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

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917272261 specifications

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