_,Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to
assemble or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT= This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in
the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been as-
sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM
CARTON
1.Remove loose parts included with mower.
2.Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down flat.
3.Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle.
4.Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts.
CAUTION: Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables.
1.Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position.
2.Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs.
3.Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to
upper handle. .
Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and Adjusti'nents section of this manual.
control bar
Lift u
Mowing position
Lower handle
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