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4.2 SERVICE POSITIONS
Place unit on a flat level surface. ALWAYS stop engine.
Assure unit is secure and will not tip over. Strap and
clamp onto bench if needed.
A handlebar service position is provided for tipping the
unit for cleaning and service (Figure 3). See
Adjustments
.
IMPORTANT:
When tipping to service engine or unit,
use the following service positions for the brand and
type of engine on your mower:
Tecumseh & Robin Engines:
Place handlebar into
service position and tip machine to the rear.
Briggs & Stratton Intek Engines:
Place handlebar
into handlebar service position and tip the machine to
the left, opposite the discharge opening.
Kawasaki:
Place handlebar in service position and tip
unit to right.
IMPORTANT:
If engine becomes "flooded" due to
tipping, clean air cleaner and remove spark plug, put
one teaspoon of oil in cylinder, turn engine over a few
times and reinstall spark plug.
4.3 FILLING THE FUEL TANK
To add fuel to fuel tank:
1. Put unit in open or well-ventilated area.
2. Stop engine and allow to cool.
3. Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to prevent
dust, dirt and debris from entering fuel tank.
4. Remove cap.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline
containing alcohol because alcohol will cause internal
parts to deteriorate. See Engine Manual for correct
type and grade of fuel.
5. Fill fuel tank. (See
Specifications
for tank capacity.)
6. Replace fuel cap and tighten.
7.
ALWAYS
clean up any spilled fuel.
4.4 GENERAL LUBRICATION
Swivel Lubrication
(swivel units)
See Figure 4.
Apply
Sten Mix
Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the
lube fittings. Order P/N: 00036800 - 3 pack of 3 oz.
cartridges.
When using Sten Mix Grease for the first time, all
components should be thoroughly cleaned prior to
lubricating.
Commercial Models
Grease fittings on rear axle housing every 25 hours.
WARNING:
ACCIDENTAL ENGINE START
UP can cause death or serious injury.
ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, wait for
moving parts to stop and remove wire from
spark plug before adjusting or servicing.
CAUTION:
FUEL SPILLS may result in minor
or moderate injury and/or damage to the unit.
Before unit is tipped up onto housing, remove
enough fuel so that no spillage will occur.
Remove battery to prevent spillage of
electrolyte.
Figure 3
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WARNING: EXPLOSIVE VAPORS
and its
FLAMMABLE FUEL
can result in death or
serious injury. Handle fuel with care.
ALWAYS use an approved fuel container.
No Smoking! No lighted Materials!
No Open Flame!
Allow engine to cool before maintenance.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Allow engine to cool
several minutes before removing fuel tank
cap. Never fill tank when engine is running or
is hot from operation. DO NOT allow open
flame, matches, or smoking in area. DO NOT
overfill. Allow about 1/4" of tank space for fuel
expansion. Wipe up any spills and allow
vapors to dissipate before starting engine.
Use approved gasoline container.