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low, add only enough oil to raise level to FULL
mark on dipstick. DO NOT FILL ABOVE
FULL MARK BECAUSE ENGINE COULD
BE DAMAGED WHEN STARTED. POUR
OIL SLOWLY.
4. Insert dipstick into filler neck and rotate cap
clockwise 1/4 turn to lock (Fig. 8).
Note: Check oil level each time mower is
used or after every 5 operating hours.
Initially, change oil after the first 5
hours of operation; thereafter, change
oil after every 50 hours of operation.
More frequent oil changes are required
in dusty, dirty or hot conditions.
Gasoline
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you, others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors,
in an open area, when the engine is cold.
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.
Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level
is 1/4” to 1/2” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. This empty space
in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store gasoline in an approved container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
• Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded
gasoline. The Exmark Manufacturing Company
strongly recommends the use of fresh, clean,
UNLEADED regular grade gasoline with an octane
rating of 85 or higher in Exmark gasoline powered
products. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends
engine life, and promotes good starting by reducing
the build-up of combustion chamber deposits. In
countries other than U.S.A., leaded gasoline may be
used if it is commercially available and unleaded is
unavailable.
IMPORTANT: Do not mix oil with the gasoline.
Do not use gasoline that has been stored in an
approved container from one season to the next.
IMPORTANT: Some fuels, called oxygenated or
reformulated gasolines, are gasolines blended with
alcohols or ethers. Excessive amounts of these
blends can damage the fuel system or cause
performance problems. Never use methanol
,
gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing
more than 10% ethanol or white gas because
engine fuel system damage could result. If any
undesirable operating symptoms occur, use
gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or
ether.
Do not use fuel additives other than those
manufactured for fuel stabilization during storage.
Exmark does not recommend stabilizers with an
alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol or
isopropyl. Additives should not be used to try to
enhance the power or performance of the
machine.
1. Using a clean rag, clean area around the fuel tank
cap. Remove cap from fuel tank and fill tank to
within 1/2 inch (13 mm) from the top with
gasoline. Reinstall fuel tank cap securely.
Operation
Operating Tips
1. CUTTING—Best cutting results are achieved
when engine is running at maximum speed and
only about 1/3 of the grass blade is cut. If long