OPERATION
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Figs. 9 and 10)
1.Open round door of discharge chute to move starter rope out and away from grass catcher.
| FRONT |
| HANDLE |
OPEN |
|
ROUND |
|
DOOR | STARTER |
| ROPE |
FIG. 9
2.Remove grass catcher with clippings from lawn mower using both front and rear handles.
3.Empty clippings from grass catcher using both rear handle and strap. The weight of the grass will open the door.
4.Snap door shut over frame before installing grass catcher on mower.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.
REAR
HANDLE
STRAP
FRONT
HANDLE
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL (See Fig. 11)
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see “ENGINE” in the Mainte- nance section of this manual.
CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke on startup.
1.Be sure lawnmower is level.
2.Remove oil dipstick from oil fi ll spout.
3.Engine holds 20 ounces of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
4.Pour oil slowly. Do not overfi ll. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle. Insert and tighten dipstick, then remove it to check oil level.
IMPORTANT:
•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 un- der dusty, dirty conditions. See “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
GASOLINE | ENGINE |
FILLER CAP | OIL CAP |
FIG. 11
ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 11)
•Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fi ller neck. Do not over- fi ll. 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.
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.
FIG. 10 | 8 |