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PERATOR'S
Model 969D Shown
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should 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 should 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. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
M
ANUAL
Model Series
950-959
960-969
E960-E969
FORM NO. 770-10061A.fm
(12/99)
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- Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. (Model Number) (Serial Number) WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136 If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Warning: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. - Page 4 • Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, never run. If you feel you are losing your footing, RELEASE THE BLADE CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATELY and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds.
- Page 5 • Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. • We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit.
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Page 6: Slope Gauge
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Page 7: Unpacking Instructions
SECTION 3: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Remove Unit From Carton • See Figure 3. • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.). •... -
Page 8: Assembling Your Lawn Mower
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER This guide covers two model series. Models 950 thru 959 have fixed front wheels; models 960 thru 969 have caster front wheels. All models are six speed, self propelled mowers. Much of this owner’s manual pertains to both models. However, there are some model-specific information too. -
Page 9: Know Your Lawn Mower
Step 6. Tighten the cable ties and insert pegs on ties in lower handle holes. Cut off excess. Step 7. Loosen the wing nut holding the rope guide to the upper handle. Step 8. Squeeze the blade control handle against the upper handle and pull out starter rope slowly. Step 9. -
Page 10: Throttle Control
Blade Control Handle The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 5 . The blade control handle must be depressed in order to start and operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade. -
Page 11: Operating Your Lawn Mower
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (Model 960 Thru 969) The rear wheel cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, pull the lever out and away from the mower. Move it forward or backward to the desired cutting height. See Figure 5. The front wheel cutting height is determined by the selection of one of six positions in each caster assembly.To adjust, remove the wing nut from the axle bolt. - Page 12 To charge the battery, remove the protective cap from the end of the battery pack lead. Plug charger lead into battery pack lead and then insert battery charger plug into 120 volt standard household outlet. See Figure 7. Follow this order of action every time you charge the battery. After charging, disconnect battery charger plug from household outlet first, then disconnect charger lead from battery pack lead.
- Page 13 To Stop Engine And Blade • Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade. WARN IN G: The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Using Your Rotary Mower Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage the lawn mower or engine.
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Page 14: Making Adjustments
SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Wa rnin g: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. Handle Height Adjustment Lower Handle Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. To lower the handle height, proceed as follows. •... -
Page 15: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
Shift Lever Cable Adjustment Periodic adjustment of the six-speed shift cable may be required due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment is needed if all six speeds do not work. The adjustable cable bracket is located beside the engine on the left side of the mower. Follow steps 1 through 7 to adjust the shift lever Bottom View Step 1. - Page 16 Deck The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a build-up of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching, discharge or bagging.
- Page 17 When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It may cause damage to the mower, and it could break causing personal injury.
- Page 18 Step 8. Using a 3/8” socket, remove three hex screws holding the baffle to the deck. Hex Screw Hex Screw Step 12. Pivot baffle towards the rear of the mower. Step 9. Tilt the transmission forward and loosen the idler pulley bolt and locknut 1/2 turn using two 7/16”...
- Page 19 Step 13. Squeeze the belt together and push belt forward. Press the control arm inward towards the deck and remove the six speed cable from the slot. Six-Speed Belt Cable Slot Control Step 18. Pivot the control arm down away from the pulley and belt.
- Page 20 Step 23. Pinch belt together so that it is not in the pulley groove, and the lower pulley can be pushed towards the engine. Lower Pulley Half Step 26. Reinstall the bolt securing transmission to rear mower housing. Step 27. Pivot the baffle back to its original position and secure with three hex screws earlier removed.
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Page 21: Service
SECTION 9: SERVICE WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of work on the lawn mower. Blade Control Handle Blade Control Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil. See Figure 11. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. -
Page 23: Parts List
Models 950 thru E969 Ref. Part No. 712-3025 Hx. Jam Nut 736-0425 Bell Wash. .325 x .930 x .045 756-0656 Pulley 736-3084 Fl. Wash. .510 x 1.120 x .060 712-0896 Hx. Jam Nut 782-7598 Belt Keeper 741-0600 Bearing 750-1050 Flange Spacer 682-0027A Idler Bracket Assembly 710-0299... - Page 24 Models 950 thru 959 Transmission and pulley for reference only Pulley Assembly for reference only...
- Page 25 Models 950 thru 959 Ref. Part No. 710-0134 Scr. Carr. 1/4-20 x .62 710-0654A Scr. TT:3/8-18:1.00 710-0703 Scr. 1/4-20 x .750 712-0397 Wing Nut 1/4-20 726-0233 Nut, Push .25 I.D. x .50 O.D. 736-0204 Wash. Fl. .334 I.D.x .62 x.03 782-0046A-0662 Deck - 21”...
- Page 26 Models 960 thru E969 Transmission and pulley for reference only Pulley Assembly for reference only...
- Page 27 Models 960 thru E969 Ref. Part No. Description 710-0134 Scr. Carr. 1/4-20 x .62 710-0654A Scr. TT:3/8-18:1.00 710-0703 Scr. 1/4-20 x .750 712-0397 Wing Nut 1/4-20 723-0233 Nut, Push .25 I.D. x .50 O.D. 736-0204 Wash. Fl. .334 I.D.x .62 x.03 782-0046A- Deck - 21”...
- Page 28 Model E969 42 41...
- Page 29 Model E969 Ref. Part No. Description 710-1174 Bolt Cur. Carr. 5/16-18 x 2.0 714-0104 Cotter Pin .072 x 1.12 Lg. 720-0241 Knob Assembly 726-0240 Strap 4.3 Lg. 736-0451 Wash. Sad. .320 ID x.830 OD 710-1205 Eyebolt 746-0876 Throttle Lever 736-0501 Spring Wash.Curved 712-0324 Nut 1/4-20 Top locknut Insert...
- Page 30 Models 950 thru 969 Ref. Part No. Description 710-1174 Bolt Curv. Carr. 5/16-18 x 2.0 714-0104 Cotter Pin .072 x 1.12 Lg. 720-0241 Knob Assembly 726-0240 Strap 736-0451 Wash. Sad. .320 ID x.830 OD 720-0279 Knob Handle ERS - 1/4-20 710-1205 Rope Guide Eyebolt 710-1270...
- Page 31 Models 950 thru E969 Ref. Part No. 746-0939 6 Spd. Cable 656-0613 Pulley Ass’y Mult - Spd. 710-0167 Scr. 1/4-20 x .50 Carr. 710-0896 Scr. AB 1/4-14 x .625 Hex hd. Wsh. 711-1114 Pivot Shaft 712-0287 Nut 1/4-20 732-0807 Torsion Spring LH 736-0270 Bell Wash.
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Page 32: P.o. Box
Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa- rate one year warranty. d. White Outdoor Co. does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America, its possessions and territories, except those sold through White Outdoor Co.