3. Check the grass bag for fraying, tears and clogged
mesh. Wash the bag with water if necessary, and
let it dry thoroughly. Grass will not chute proper-
ly without adequate ventilation through the bag.
Make sure the lock lever is latched securely.
4. Check the blade bolts for tightness.
Torque: 455.5 kg m ( 32.5-39.8 ft lb)
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* To be certain that the engine will not start acciden-
tally, remove the spark plug cap before performing
this inspection.
5. Check and clean the air cleaner element if it is
dirty (p. 24).
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