MOWER MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this Trailmower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. All adjustments in this manual should be checked at least once each season.
BEFORE EACH USE
•Check engine oil level on a level surface. (Check twice to insure an accurate reading.)
•Check condition of air filter; clean and replace as necessary.
•Check blade operation; keep blades in good condition.
•Check for loose fasteners and tighten them as needed.
AFTER EACH USE
•Keep blades sharp.
•Remove fresh grass clippings with garden hose.
•Grass clippings can harden to the underside should be scraped out with a putty knife.
•Keep fluids at proper levels.
•Cover unit to prevent rain or other debris
BEFORE AND/OR AFTER EACH SEASON
•Replace the spark plug.
•Clean or replace the air filter.
•A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
•Check blades and belts for wear. Replace as necessary.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION! Do not store engine indoors or other poorly ventilated area. Keep engine away from gas appliances where fumes could contact open flame, pilot lights, or sparks.
If engine is to be stored for 30 or more days, prepare unit as follows:
•Drain fuel outside into an approved container.
•Start engine properly and run until unit is out of fuel.
•Let engine cool.
•Remove remaining gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming within the engine. Gum deposits can cause malfunction in the engine.
•Store mower with blades disengaged to prevent belts from being permanently stretched.
BLADE CARE AND SERVICE
For best results cutter blades must be kept sharp. The blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file or grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen blades while they are on the cutter. Disconnect spark plug wire before servicing unit.
Important: Replace blades that have been damaged or deeply nicked.
Important: Check blade and spindle hardware on a regular basis to make sure nuts are tight.
Only a qualified mechanic should be used for any adjustments, disassembly or other kind of repairs.
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