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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check for LooseFasteners I_ "Ik/
ClaarYlnspectGrassCatcher
(If Equipped) _ _ _'
a Clean Lawn Mower
Clean Under Drive Cover
W {Power-Propelled Mowers) !/
Check drivebelt/pulleys
(Power-PropelledMowers) I_
R Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade 1_3
LubricationChart I/
Clean Battery/Recharge
IElectric Start Mowers/ I_/ I/'4
E Check En_]ineOilLevel !##
Change EngineOil q_1,2
GI Clean Air Filter _ 2
Inspect Muffler
N Clean or Replace Spark Plug
ReplaceAir Filter Paper Cartridge I/'2
3ERVICE DATES
1 - Change moreoften when operating under a heavy load or In highambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating In dirtyor dusty co_ditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing In sandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence, To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
replace air filter element and check
blade for wear. A new spark plug and
clean/new air filter element assures
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your
engine run better and last longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-
TION CHART").
LUBRICATION CHART
(_ Wheel
adjuster (_) Engine
oil
(_Handle bracket
mounting pin
(_ Spraylubricant
Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE"
SeCtion.
(_) Brake
spring
bracket
(_ Rear door
hinge
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic
wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self
lubricating beadngs. Ifyou feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite
lOl,/!_ lubdcant s_adngly.