Exmark M217B Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Maintenance And Storage
1. Perform only those maintenance instructions
described in this manual. If major repairs are
ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact
your local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer.
2. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or
adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from
spark plug. Keep wire away from plug to prevent
accidental starting.
3. To ensure the mower is in safe operating
condition, frequently check and keep all nuts,
bolts, and screws tight. Ensure blade bolt is
tightened to 50 ft–lb (68 Nm).
4. When servicing blade, refer to blade
maintenance section for correct installation and
servicing procedures.
5. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of
excessive grease, grass, leaves, and
accumulations of dirt.
6. Check grass catcher bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace with a new bag for your
protection. Check that replacement bags comply
with original Exmark recommendations or
specifications.
7. Allow engine to cool before storing mower in
any enclosure. Do not store mower with gasoline
in fuel tank near any open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
8. Do not overspeed the engine by changing
governor settings.
9. At the time of manufacture, the mower
conformed to the safety standards in effect for
rotary mowers. To assure best performance and
continued safety certification of the mower, use
genuine Exmark replacement parts and
accessories. Replacement parts and accessories
made by other manufacturers may result in
non-conformance with the safety standards, and
that could be dangerous.