Maintenance

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Lubrication

See authorized dealer annually to lubricate the tractor and mower.

Bag Full Indicator Adjustment

Sliding the carriage bolt, washer, and nut (1) up decreases the sensitivity in the bagger before the buzzer goes off (see Figure 21). Sliding the carriage bolt, washer, and nut down increases the sensitivity in the bagger before the buzzer goes off.

1.Loosen carriage bolt, washer, and nut (1).

2.Slide carriage bolt, washer, and nut up or down the buzzer lever (2).

3.Tighten carriage bolt, washer, and nut.

NOTE: It may be necessary to change the bag full indicator adjustment as turf conditions change.

FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel can become stale when stored over 30 days. Stale fuel causes acid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. To keep fuel fresh, use Briggs & Stratton FUEL FIT® fuel stabilizer, available as a liquid additive or a drip

concentrate cartridge.

There is no need to drain gasoline from the engine if a fuel stabilizer is added according to instructions. Run the engine for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizer throughout the fuel system. The engine and fuel can then be stored up to 24 months.

If gasoline in the engine has not been treated with a fuel stabilizer, it must be drained into an approved container. Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The use of a fuel stabilizer in the storage container is recommended to maintain freshness.

ENGINE OIL

Storage

Reproduction

While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil.

WARNING

See the Engine Ma ual.

Bef e start ng the u it after it has been stored:
Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed,

 

• Check all flu d levels. Check all maintenance items.

 

Not

 

ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can travel o

 

• Perform all recommended checks and procedures

an ignition source (such as a furnace, wa er

forfo nd in this manual.

heater, etc.) and cause an explosion. Fuel

 

• Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes

vapor is also toxic to humans and animals.

 

WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPME T WITH FUEL

 

before se.

 

Or er Replacement Parts

IN TANK

 

 

• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heate s

Warranty service is available only through Authorized

appliances that have pilot lights or other ignition

Service Dealers. Locate your nearest dealer in our

sources because they can ignite fuel va ors.

locator map at www.BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.

EQUIPMENT

 

Battery life will be increased if it is remov d. Put in a

 

cool, dry place and fully charged about once a month.

 

If the battery is left in the unit, disconnect the

 

negative cable.

 

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