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3.2.4. CHECK MOWER BLADE
1. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away
from plug.
2. Tilt mower up on its rear wheels for access to the
blade cap screw. See Figure 3.2.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or
spark plug down. Oil from crankcase will saturate the air fil-
ter and cause the engine to be hard to start or not start at
all. If contamination does occur, the air filter will have to be
replaced.
3. Check torque of blade retaining cap screw.
Recommended torque should be 30 to 40 ft. lbs. See
Figure 3.2.
4. Check blade for sharpness, wear and damage.
Refer to Section “BLADE WEAR LIMITS”.
3.2.5. CHECK ENGINE to TRANSMISSION
DRIVE BELT
1. Visually check belt for cracking, fraying, severed or
belt strands exposed. Replace belt before operating
mower. Refer to Section ”BELT SERVICE” for replace-
ment instructions.
3.3 SERVICE - ANNUALLY
Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance
schedule.
3.3.1. Engine
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual.
3.3.2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instruc-
tions.
3.3.3. Engine Oil
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instruc-
tions.
3.4 STORAGE PROCEDURE
Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for directions regard-
ing engine storage preparations. Prepare the mower for
“end of season” storage as follows:
1. Drain fuel from fuel tank and let engine run until all
fuel is out of the carburetor.
2. Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire
away from spark plug before any other prepara-
tions are made!
3. Tape all openings closed to prevent spraying water
into exhaust or air intakes during washing.
4. Tilt mower up on its rear wheels and thoroughly
clean the underside of the deck. Do not tilt mower with
spark plug or carburetor down. Scrape away any
accumulation of grass with a putty knife and or wire
brush.
5. Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of
oil to prevent corrosion.
6. Loosen handle knobs. Carefully fold the handles
forward, “flexing” the control cables to prevent cable
damage.
7. Store the mower in a shed or other dry area, pro-
tected from weather.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine
and blade. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire
and secure away from spark plug. Engine and compo-
nents are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient
time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather
gloves when handling or working around cutting
blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause
severe injury.
! !
FIGURE 3.2
TILT MOWER UP ON ITS BACK WHEELS!
BLADE
RETAINING CAP
SCREWS