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Starter Rope
The starter rope is attached to the handle. Stand behind
the unit and pull the starter rope to start the unit.
Primer
The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor. Use
it to assist in starting a cold engine, but do not use it
when restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown.
Refer to Figure 10.
Blade Control Handle
WARNING: This control mechanism is a
safety device. Never attempt to bypass its
operations or alter it in any way.
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle
of the mower. The blade control handle must be
depressed in order to operate the unit. Release the
blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.
Drive Clutch Control
The drive clutch control lever is located on the upper
handle and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze the
lever against the upper handle to engage the drive;
release the drive clutch control to slow down or stop the
mower.
SECTION 7: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Oil:
• Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API
service classification SF, SG or SH. Use SAE30 oil
only.
• Fill oil sump and check the oil level following steps
below.
a. Position the mower on level ground and
clean area around oil fill cap.
b. Remove oil fill cap and dipstick. Wipe
dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole and
tighten securely.
c. Remove dipstick and check oil level. If the oil
is not upto FULL mark on the dipstick, pour
recommended oil through the oil fill and
check the level again.
• Install oil fill cap and dipstick, tighten securely.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30,
etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these
multiviscosity oils will result in increased oil
consumption when used above 32
o
F. Check the oil
level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage
from running low on oil.
Gasoline
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or
when engine is running or hot. Do not
smoke when filling up the fuel tank.
• Clean area around gas cap. Remove cap. Use a
funnel to prevent spillage.
• Pour approximately 1.5 quarts of fresh, regular
grade, unleaded gasoline slowly into the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT:
Never mix engine oil with gasoline.
• Fill tank to 1/2” below the bottom of the filler neck to
allow space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel
spillage. Do not fill fuel tank completely.
Before Starting Mower
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over
the metal tip on the spark plug.
• Check the drive clutch control for proper
adjustment. If the mower does not propel itself or
the drive wheels hesitate with the drive clutch
engaged, perform the drive clutch control
adjustment as instructed on page 18 of this manual.
Throttle Speed
Your engine is equipped with a constant speed throttle,
which is set at full throttle for best performance.