4.Turn the ignition key to the START position.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after four or five tries, move the throttle control to the FAST position. Again try to start the engine. If the engine will not start, see the
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART.
5.Slowly move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
6.To start a hot engine, move the throttle con- trol to a position between FAST and SLOW.
Mowing And Bagging Tips
1.For a lawn to look better, check the cutting level of the mower housing. See ªHow To Level The Mower Housingº in the Mainten- ance section.
2.For the mower housing to cut level, make sure the tyres have the correct amount of air pressure.
3.Every time you use the unit, check the blade. If the blade is bent or damaged, immediately replace the blade. Also, make sure the nut for the blade is tight.
4.Keep the blade(s) sharpened. Worn blades will cause the ends of the grass to turn brown.
5.Do not cut or bag grass that is wet. Wet grass will not discharge correctly. Let the grass dry before cutting.
6.If the grass is very high, cut two times to de- crease the load on the engine. First cut with the mower housing in the highest position and then lower the mower housing for the second cut.
7.Operate the engine with the throttle in FAST position and the shift lever in first or second gear.
8.After each use, clean the bottom and top of the mower housing for better performance. Also, a clean mower housing will help pre- vent a fire.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 2.
General Recommendations
1.The owner's responsibility is to maintain this product. This will extend the life of the prod- uct and is also necessary to maintain war- ranty coverage.
2.Check the spark plug, drive brake, lubricate the unit, and clean the air filter once a year.
3.Check the fasteners. Make sure all fasteners are tight.
4.Follow the Maintenance section to keep the unit in good operating condition.
WARNING: Before you make an in- spection, adjustment, or repair to the unit, disconnect the wire to the
spark plug. Remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent the engine from starting by accident.
NOTE: Torque is measured in foot pounds (metric Nm). This measurement describes how tight a nut or bolt must be. The torque is measured with a torque wrench.
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Inspect Blade (Figure 10)
WARNING: Before you inspect or remove the blade, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. If the blade
hits an object, stop the engine. Check the unit for damage. The blade has sharp edges. When you hold the blade, use gloves or cloth material to protect your hands.
If you keep the blade (1) sharp and inspect the blade for damage, the blade will cut better and be more safe to operate. Frequently check the blade for excessive wear, cracks, or other damage. Frequently check the nut (3) that holds the blade
(1). Keep the nut (3) tight. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug. See if the blade is bent or damaged. Check the blade adapter (5) for damage. Before you operate the unit, replace damaged parts with original equipment parts. See the authorized service centre in your area. Every three years, have an authorized service person inspect the blade or replace the old blade with an original equipment part.
How To Remove And Install The Blade (Figure 10)
1.Remove the mower housing. See the instruc- tions on ªHow To Remove The Mower Hous- ingº.
2.Use a piece of wood to keep the blade from rotating.
3.Remove the nut (3) that holds the blade (1).
4.Check the blade (1) and the blade adapter
(5)according to the instructions for ªInspect Bladeº. Replace a badly worn or damaged blade with an original equipment blade. See an authorized service centre in your area.
5.Clean the top and bottom of the mower hous- ing. Remove all the grass and debris.
6.Mount the blade (1) and blade adapter (5) on the mandrel (6).
7.Mount the left blade (1) and the right blade
(1)so that the hi±lift edges (7) are up. If the blade is upside down, the blade will not cut correctly and can cause an accident.
8.Fasten the blade (1) with the original washers (2,8) and nut (3). Make sure the outside rim of the Belleville washer (2) is against the blade (1).
WARNING: Always keep the nut (3) tight that holds the blade (1). A loose nut or blade can cause an
accident.
9.Tighten the nut (3) that holds the blade (1) to a torque of 45 foot pounds (62 Nm).
10.Install the mower housing. See ªHow To Re- move The Mower Housingº.
How To Adjust The Blade Rotation Control
WARNING: To prevent an injury, the blade rotation control must operate correctly.
In normal usage, the blade rotation control will not require an adjustment. However, if the cutting performance decreases or the quality of cut is poor, make the following changes.
1.When you mow, make sure the throttle con- trol is in the FAST position.
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2.(Figure 11) Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position (1).
3.Stop the engine. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
4.Check the blade(s). Keep a sharp edge on the blade(s). A blade that is not sharp will cause the tips of the grass to become brown.
5.(Figure 12) Disconnect the blade drive spring (2) from the blade control rod (1). Move the blade drive spring (2) to the middle hole (4). This will increase the ten- sion on the mower drive belt.
6.Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and again check the quality of cut. If necessary, move the blade drive spring (2) to the bottom hole (5)
7.Again check the quality of cut. If the quality of cut has not improved, replace the mower drive belt. See ªHow To Replace The Mower Drive Beltº. If the replacing the belt does not correct the problem, take the unit to an auth- orized service centre.
8.Move the blade rotation control to the DIS- ENGAGE position. Stop the engine.
9.(Figure 13) Check the operation of the blade brake. Rotate the pulleys with your hand. Make sure the brake pads (12) are pressed tightly against the pulleys
WARNING: If the brake pads (12) do not press tightly against the pulleys, take the unit to an author-
ized service centre.
10.(Figure 11) Move the blade rotation control to the ENGAGE position (2).
11.(Figure 13) Check the pads for the blade brake (12). If the pads are excessively worn or damaged, replace the brake pad assem- blies. Correct replacement parts and assist- ance are available from an authorized service centre.
12.Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and again check the operation of the blade rotation control.
13.When you move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position, all movement will stop within five seconds. If there is move- ment of the belt or the blades continue to ro- tate, engage and disengage the blade rotation control five times to remove any ex- cess rubber from a new mower drive belt. If you need assistance, take the unit to an authorized service centre.
14.(Figure 12) If you replace the mower drive belt, move the blade drive spring (2) to the top hole (3).
How To Adjust The Speed Control Pedal (Figure 37)
If the unit will not go into REVERSE or if the unit moves very slowly in REVERSE, adjust the speed control pedal as follows.
1.Stop the engine.
2.Set the parking brake.
3.Remove the hair pin (2) from the adjuster nut (1). Disconnect the adjuster nut (1) from the transaxle lever (3).
4.Rotate the adjuster nut (1) one turn in the direction shown in Figure 37.
NOTE: Too much adjustment will cause REVERSE speed to be too fast and the FORWARD speed to be reduced.
5.Attach the adjuster nut (1) to the transaxle lever (3) with the hair pin (2).
