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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWNMOWER
WARNING:
Be sure to disconnect
the
spark plug wire and DE-ENERGIZE
starter
before
performing
any
repairs
or
maintenance.
DO
NOT
attempt
any
maintenance
or service to the engine and/or
mower equipped with the safety key in the
unlocked and/or energized mode.
WARNING:
NEVER assume starter is de-
energized, even if the key is in the locked
position and/or removed from the engine.
ALWAYS de-energize self starter prior to
performing any maintenance or service to the
engine and/or mower. Follow instructions on
the engine and/or machine to de-energize
starter.
Cleaning theMower
•
Clean the underside of the mower deck after each
use to prevent any build-up of grass clippings. If this
debris is allowed to accumulate, it will result in rust
and corrosion.
NOTE: We do not recommend
the use of pressure
washers or a garden hose to clean your unit. These
may cause damage to pulleys, bearings or the engine.
The use of water will result in shortened
life and
reduced serviceability.
•
Disconnect spark plug wire.
•
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a
piece of plastic under the gas cap.
•
Tilt the mower so that the side with the air cleaner is
facing up. Hold the mower firmly.
•
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
•
Put the mower back on its wheels. If you had put
plastic under the gas cap, remove it now.
A_
WARNING"
Never tip the mower more than
90 degrees in any direction and do not leave
the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can
drain into the upper part of the engine causing
a starting problem.
EngineMaintenance
A list of key maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and
instructions.
•
Change engine oil after the first two operating
hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter.
Check oil level before starting engine every time.
•
Service foam filter in the air cleaner every 25 hours
of use and replace the paper filter component every
100 hours. You may have to service the air filter
more frequently if you are operating the mower
under extremely dusty conditions.
•
Clean engine periodically with a cloth or brush.
•
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to.030" at
least once a season or every 50 hours of operation.
Spark plug replacement is recommended at the
start of each season.
•
Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters
can create a fire hazard. Make sure to avoid muffler
and surrounding areas while the mower engine is
hot because temperature of these areas of the
engine may exceed 150 ° F.
Lubrication
(See Figure 12 )
Lubricate
.... _
Lubricate
Lubricate
Lubricate
Figure 12
Wheels
•
Lubricate the wheels and bearings, if so equipped,
at least once a season with light oil or engine oil.
Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the pivot arm axle and the
inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
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