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Cleaning the Mower
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to
prevent build-up of grass clippings or other debris.
WARNING: Never tip the mower more than 90º
in any direction and do not leave the mower
tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the
upper part of the engine causing a starting problem.
NOTE: Refer to Engine Manual for location of engine
components.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire.
2. Drain gasoline or place a piece of plastic under the gas
cap.
3. Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep
the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the mower
firmly.
4. Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
5. Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If you
had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to
remove it now.
5
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Mower
Always stop engine,
disconnect spark
plug, and ground
against engine before
performing any type
of maintenance on
your machine.
Never tip the mower
more than 90º in any
direction and do not
leave the mower tipped
for any length of time.
Oil can drain into
the upper part of the
engine.
NOTE: Do not use a
pressure washer or
garden hose to clean
the mower. These
may cause damage to
electric components,
spindles, pulleys, bear
-
ings, or the engine. The
use of water will result
in shortened life and
reduce serviceability.
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect
spark plug, and ground against engine
before cleaning, lubricating, or performing any kind
of maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
• Lubricate pivot points on the blade control handle at
least once a season with light oil. The blade control
must operate freely in both directions, Figure 5-1.
• Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with
light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any
reason, lubricate surface of the axle bolt and inner
surface of the wheel with light oil, Figure 5-1.
• Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the
chute deflector periodically with light oil to prevent
rust, Figure 5-1.
• Follow the accompanying engine manual for engine
lubrication schedule and instructions.
General
Recommendations
• Always observe safety rules when performing
maintenance work.
• The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,
operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed
here.
• Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine
warranty.
• All adjustments should be checked at least once
each season.
Blade Care
WARNING: When removing the cutting blade
for sharpening or replacement, protect your
hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag
to hold the blade.
Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,
especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn
mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the
carburetor are up.
2. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which
hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine
crankshaft, Figure 5-2.
Figure 5-1: Lubrication areas on the mower.
Blade
Blade
Adapter
Blade Bell
Support
Hex Bolt
Figure 5-2: The blade and corresponding hardware.
WARNING