International Home Products Cadet 80 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Before Each Use and Every 5 Hours Thereafter
1. Oil filler cap and oil minder Check the oil (with the engine stopped) and add sufficient new oil
to bring the oil level up to where it is visible in the clear tube of
the gauge. Note: As long as oil is visible in the clear tube of the
gauge, the level is "OK",
After Every 10 Hours of Operation
Lubricate with IH 251H EP grease or equivalent No.2 multi-
purpose lithium grease and apply three strokes of the lubricator or
sufficient grease to flush out old grease and dirt.
2.
Steering knuckles (2)3.
Front axle pivot pin4.
Front wheels
5. Mower spindle bearings (2)
After Every 25 Hours or Twice a Season Whichever Comes First
6.
Air cleaner
When operating under extremely dusty conditions, check and
service the element if necessary. Otherwise, after every 25 hours or
twice a season wash the element in soap and water. Then, wrap the
foam element in a cloth and squeeze dry. Saturate the element in
engine oil (SAE-30). Squeeze the element to remove the excess oil
and reassemble and fasten to the carburetor. Note: Replace air
cleaner gaskets and mounting gaskets that are worn or damaged, to
prevent dirt or dust entering engine through improper sealing.
7.
Engine crankcase drain plug
While
the engine is warm remove the drain plug and drain all the
oil from the crankcase. After draining, replace the drain plug.
Remove the oil filler cap and refill the crankcase. Refer to the
"lubrication Table".
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