SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION" BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
!Release control bar.
Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.
lAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST CU'I-rlNG HEIGHT
See 'TO ADJUST CUFFING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of
your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 15)
•Remove drive cover. Remove belt by pushing down on gear case pulley.
Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up.
•Remove blade.
•Remove debris shield.
Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft. Install new belt by reversing above steps.
Always use factory approved belt to assure fit and long life.
DRIVE
COVER
BELT
PRESS
FIG. 15
