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How to Prepare the Engine
NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with
oil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed.
NOTE: The operation of a new engine will sometimes result
in a slight amount of smoke. This smoke is caused by paint
or oil on or around the muffler. This is normal and only
expected during initial operation.
A separate engine manual is also included with the unit. See
this engine manual for the manufacturer’s instructions for
the type of gasoline and oil to use. Before you use the unit,
read the information on safety, operation, maintenance, and
storage.
WARNING: Follow the engine manufacturer’s
instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use.
Always use a safety gasoline container. Do not
smoke when adding gasoline to the engine. When
inside an enclosure, do not fill with gasoline. Before
you add gasoline, stop the engine. Let the engine
cool for several minutes.
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and must not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used, it must be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. See an Authorized Service Center for a spark
arrester for the muffler.
In some areas, local law requires the use of a resistor spark
plug to control the ignition signals. See an Authorized
Service Center for a resistor spark plug for the engine.
NOTE: Actual sustained horsepower will likely be lower due
to operating limitations and environmental factors.
Check the Tires
NOTE: The tires may be over inflated for shipment.
Check the air pressure in the tires. Tires with too much air
pressure will cause the unit to ride rough. Also, the wrong
air pressure will keep the mower housing from cutting level.
Recommended air pressure is 14 PSI (1 BAR).
Check the Level of the Mower Deck
Make sure the level of cut is still correct. After you mow a
short distance, look at the area that was cut. If the mower
deck does not cut level, see the instructions on “How To
Level The Mower Deck” in the Maintenance section of this
instruction book.
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