CUSTOM ESPONS BL TmES
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil'sSAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature,.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
°F | .20 _ | 0 ° | 30 _ | 32" 40 ° | 60 _ | 805 | _00 ° |
°c ._0o | .2?° | ._;o | ;o | _oo | 20o'.... 3o" | _oo | |
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use,, Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level,
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter,,
Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in very dusty, dirty conditions° Do not wash air filter_
TO CHANGE AIR FILTER (See Fig,, 11)
oRemove the air filter cover by turning counterclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar
o Remove filter from inside of cover
°Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation.
o Insert new filter into cover.
oPut air filter cover and filter into coilar aligning the tab with the slot,.
o Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten,
COLLAR
COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE
TO REMOVE
SLOT
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig, 10)
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.,
•Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.
°Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface°
°Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable container, Rock iawn mower back and forth to remove
any oil trapped inside of engine.,
•Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine,
°Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL" line on the dipstick, DO NOT OVER FILLo
•Replace engine oil cap,
•Reconnect spark plug wire to spark ptugo
CONTAINER
FIG, 10
TAB
URN CLOCKWISE
AIR FILTER COVER TO TIGHTEN
FIGo 1t
MUFFLER
inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better_ Set spark plug gap at 030 inch
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug,
°Turn lawn mower on its side Make sure air filter and carburetor are upo Clean the underside of your lawn
mower by scraping to remove
•Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating, A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life,
•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
oWe DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life
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