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OPERATION
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 6)
1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame han dle.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn
mower han dle.
3. Empty clippings from bag.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause
unnecessary wear.
FIG. 5
OPEN
MULCHER
DOOR
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL (See Fig. 7)
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type
and grade of oil to use, see “EN GINE” in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
CAUTION: DO NOT overfi ll engine with
oil, or it will smoke on startup.
1. Be sure lawnmower is level.
2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fi ll spout.
3. Engine holds 20 ounces of oil. For type and grade of
oil to use, see “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section
of this manual.
4. Pour oil slowly. Do not overfi ll. Wait one minute to allow
oil to settle. Insert and tighten dipstick, then remove it
to check oil level.
IMPORTANT:
• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill
to full line on dipstick.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each
season. You may need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See “TO CHANGE EN-
GINE OIL” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
FIG. 6
FRAME
HANDLE