MAINTENANCE
Adjusting the Lawn Mower
WARNING!
Before performing any service or adjustment:
1. Release control bar and stop engine.
2.Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
3.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug
Adjusting Cutting Height
See “TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT” In the
Operation section of this manual.
Rear Deflector
The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into the operator’s mowing position. If the deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced.
To Remove Drive Belt
1.Remove drive cover. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by pushing down on pulley and rolling belt off it.
2.Turn mower on its side (air filter and carburetor up).
3.Remove blade.
4.Remove shaft support.
5.Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft. Replace drive belt by reversing above steps.
NOTE: Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and long life.
To Adjust Handle
The handle can be mounted in a high or low position. The mounting holes in the bottom of handle are off center for raising or lowering the handle.
1.Remove handle and all wire tie(s) securing cable(s) to handle.
2.Remove bolts and nuts from handle bracket mounting.
3.Squeeze lower handle in to remove from mounting brackets.
4.Move handle to mounting holes in bracket to raise or lower handle.
5.Replace bolts and nuts, tighten securely.
