OPERATION
MULCHER PLUG
FIG. 5A
DISCHARGE
GUARD
OPEN
DISCHARGE
GUARD
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 6)
1.Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle.
2.Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle.
3.Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and bag handle.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.
BAG | GRASS CATCHER |
HANDLE | FRAME HANDLE |
FIG. 6
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL (See Fig. 7)
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see “ENGINE” in Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.
1.Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean.
2.Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
NOTE: ALLOW OIL TO SETTLE DOWN INTO ENGINE FOR ACCURATE READING. TO READ PROPER LEVEL, TIGHTEN ENGINE OIL CAP, THEN REMOVE IT TO READ THE DIPSTICK.
3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
•Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
•Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season. You may need to change the oil more often under dusty, dirty conditions.
ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 7)
NOTE: BEFORE FILLING FUEL TANK, REMOVE AND
DISCARD THE DEBRIS PLUG THAT IS INSIDE THE TANK.
•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil
with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
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| WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels |
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| (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract |
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| moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids |
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| during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of |
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| an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the |
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| fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or |
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| longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until |
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| the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next |
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| season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. |
FIG. 5B |
| Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel |
8 | tank or permanent damage may occur. | |
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