Operating Tips
•For best results, do not cut wet grass.
•New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a narrower cut.
•For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than
•Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.
•Adjust ground speed according to the condition of the lawn.
Cutting Height Adjustment
Adjustment may be made by removing and moving axle bolts to desired position. Cutting heights will be raised as axle bolts are moved to a lower hole and lowered as axle bolts are moved to a higher hole in the deck All axle bolts must be assembled so that the cupped side of the washers are against the deck.
SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE
General Recommendations
•Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
•The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here.
•Changing of
•All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
•Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
(See Figure 13)
Blade Control Handle
•Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 13.
Chute Deflector
•The torsion spring and pivot point should be lubricated periodically with light oil to prevent any rust or binding. Deflector must work freely.
Wheels
•If the wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions.
Lubricate these 
points
Lubricate these
points before
Figure 13
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