Operation
| Starting and Operation |
Make the following checks and perform the service required before each
1.Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter, and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.
2.Check the blade control (A, Figure 1), wheel drive control (B), and ground speed control (C) to insure they work freely.
A |
C
B
Figure 1: Mower controls
3.Check the cutting height. Adjust to the desired height. Refer to the Section entitled ‘Cutting Height Adjustment’.
4.Check the engine oil (A, Figure 2) and add oil as needed to bring the level up to the full mark. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for oil specifications.
A |
B |
Engine and Blade
1.Make sure the fuel valve (A, Figure 3) on the engine is open.
A |
A | Operation |
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Figure 3: Fuel shut-off
(Kawasaki above, Honda below)
2.Move the engine speed control past the fast (‘Rabbit’) detent to the ‘Choke’ position.
3.Pull the blade control (A, Figure 4) against the handle.
4.Pull the rope start handle (B) to crank the engine.
Figure 2: Oil and fuel fill
5.Add fuel to the tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Fill the tank to
6.Clean the exterior surfaces of the cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep the engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.
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