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Check 0il Level
NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the
engine stopped.
1.
Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick
clean. See
Fig. 9-2.
Oil Fill Cap/
Dipstick
Figure 9-2
2.
3.
4.
Insert the dipstick
into the oil filler neck, but do not screw
itin.
If the level is low, slowly add oil to the upper limit on the
dipstick.
See Fig. 9-2 inset.
Tighten
dipstick
firmly
before starting
engine.
NOTE: Do not overfill.
Overfilling
with oil may cause
smoking,
hard starting,
spark plug fouling,
or oil saturation
of air cleaner.
Fuel Recommendations
Use automotive
gasoline
(unleaded
or low leaded to minimize
2.
combustion
chamber
deposits)
with a minimum
of 87 octane.
Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol
or 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
3.
Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline
mixture,
dirty
gasoline, or gasoline over 30 days old. Avoid getting
dirt, dust, or
water in the fuel tank. DO NOT USE E85 GASOLINE.
WARNING:
Gasoline
is extremely
flammable
and is
explosive
under certain conditions.
Refuel in a well-
ventilated
area with the engine stopped.
Do not
smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where
the engine is refueled
or where gasoline
is stored.
Avoid repeated
or prolonged
contact
with skin or
breathing
of va pot.
WARNING:
Do not overfill
the fuel tank (there
should
be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling,
make sure the tank cap is closed properly
and
securely. Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling.
Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is
spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting
the
engine.
Check Fuel Level
1.
Clean around fuel fill before removing
cap to fuel.
2.
Fill tank to approximately
1-inch below
lowest portion
of
neck to allow for fuel expansion.
Be careful not to overfill.
NOTE: Before refueling,
allow engine
to cool 2 minutes.
Starting TheEngine
_
ARNING:
Always keep hands and feet clear of
equipment
moving
parts. Do not use a pressurized
starting
fluid. Vapors are flammable.
1.
Pull out the choke knob located
on the left side of the
upper handle. See Fig. 9-3.
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Figure 9-3
4.
NOTE: Use of the choke may not be necessary if the engine
is warm or the air temperature
is high.
Standing
behind
the mower, depress the blade control
handle and hold it against the upper handle.
Pull the starter grip lightly
until resistance
is felt, then pull
rapidly
to overcome
compression,
prevent
kickback,
and
start engine. Repeat if necessary. See Fig. 9-3.
NOTE: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against
the rope guide. Return it gently to prevent
damage
to the
starter.
When engine warms
up, push in the choke knob. See Fig.
9-3.
StoppingTheEngine
1.
Release the blade control.
SECTION
9 --
OPERATION
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