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General Recommendations
Always observe safety ruleswhen performing
any maintenance.
• The warrantyon this lawn mower does not cover
items that have been subjected tooperator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower
as instructed in this manual.
• Changing of engine governed speed will void
engine warranty.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustm1_nts
section of this manual should be checked at
least once each season.
• Follow the maintenance schedule given below.
Periodically check all fasteners and make sure
these are tight.
WARNING: Always stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground itto postbefore performing any
maintenance oradjustmentsonthe mower.
Cleaning
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent any buildup ofgrass clippings,
leaves, dirt, or other debris. If this debris is allowed to
accumulate, itwill result in rust and corrosion.
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to post
on engine.
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or
place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing.
Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up.
Hold itfirmly.
Scrape clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool.
Put the mower back on its wheels on the
ground. If you had put plastic under the gas
cap, make sure to remove it now.
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WARNING: Never tipthe mower more
than 90 degrees and do not leave the
mower tipped for any length of time. Oil
can drain into the upper part of the engine
causing a starting problem.
NOTE: We do not recommend using a garden hose to
clean mower unless the muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in
engine can shorten engine life.
Engine Maintenance
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WARNING: Always stop engine,
disconnect spark plug wire, and ground it
topost before performingany adjustments
or repairs on theengine.
Customer Responsibilities
MAINTENANCE _ _ ,-k ,_ _'< _ _ SERVICE
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Lubricatecasters
O Lubricateblade control
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Cleandeck
Blade care
Changeoil
W Replaceair filter cartridge
Z
Z_ Cleanengine
u.I Check spark plug
Check spark arrester(if any) ,_
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