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Predator 61623 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Using an engine indoors
CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside
a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
Email our engine support at: predator@harborfreight.com
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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2015 by Harbor Freight Tools
No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Only use OUTSIDE
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
®
. All rights reserved.
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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  • Page 1 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com Email our engine support at: predator@harborfreight.com When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1800 ± 50 RPM The emissions control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual. ITEM 61623 Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 3 Risk of Fire. Read the manual before Do not refuel while operating. set-up and/or use. Keep flammable objects away from engine. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Hearing Loss. Wear hearing protection. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...

  • Page 4: Safety

    4. Do not mow near drop offs, ditches, hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip or embankments. You could lose and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles. your footing or balance. ITEM 61623 Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 5 Allow machine to cool before storing. 10. Maintain or replace safety and 5. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the instruction labels, as necessary. machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6 If you feel any medical or vibration occurs, stop use immediately. physical symptoms related to vibration (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical advice as soon as possible. ITEM 61623 Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 7 Specifications chart of this manual. pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. Caution is necessary when near the engine’s magneto or recoil starter. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...

  • Page 8: Setup

    Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagrams near the end of this manual. ITEM 61623 Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 9 3. Insert one R-pin into the hole farthest from Lever the end of the Lower Blade Lever. Figure D 6. Replace the Gearbox Cover, and secure it with the three screws, as shown in Figure A. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10 4. Attach Lower Handlebars to Belt Box with Bolts 6. Attach Upper Handlebars to Lower Handlebars and Nuts. Tighten connections securely. with Bolts, Curved Washers and Knobs. Tighten connections securely. Figure I ITEM 61623 Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 11 Belt Box Cover Figure J Attach Blade Lever Pass Upper Blade Lever through Collar, then thread tightly into Lower Blade Lever. Upper Blade Collar Lever Lower Blade Lever Figure K ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
  • Page 12 ITEM 61623 Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Make sure brush is dry. Start engine on level area clear of brush. g. Watch starting video: www.harborfreight.com/ brushmowervideo.html ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...

  • Page 14: Starting The Engine

    4. To start a cold engine, move the Choke to the START position. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the RUN position. 5. Open the Fuel Valve. ITEM 61623 Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.

  • Page 15: Engine Oil

    The maintenance break-in period will last about 20 hours of use. • Change the engine oil after this period. Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows the schedule explained in the MAINTENANCE section. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...

  • Page 16: Spark Plug

    1. Release Safety Lever to turn off the Engine. 4. Clear the jam. 2. Wait until the machine completely stops. 5. Reconnect Spark Plug, 3. Disconnect the Spark Plug. 6. Restart Engine. Then, resume operation. ITEM 61623 Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.

  • Page 17: Spark Plug

    4. Disconnect Spark Plug, then clean external parts with clean cloth, clean Blade and under Mower Deck, then cover and store in a dry, level, well-ventilated area out of reach of children. NOTICE See Long-Term Storage on page 23 for complete storage instructions. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    4. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chamber Replace fuel line if necessary Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. These items should be serviced by a qualified technician. ITEM 61623 Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.

  • Page 19: Change Engine Oil

    Average outdoor temperature 9. Thread the dipstick back in clockwise. Full level Full level NOTICE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. The engine will be permanently damaged. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
  • Page 20 5. Find the PTO Adapter. It is a short shaft with a splined hole through the middle and a bolt or pin in the side. See Figure P. Figure p: pTO Adapter ITEM 61623 Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 21 If Stop does not touch Screw, loosen Cable plug Clamp Screw, pull Throttle Cable Wire until Stop touches Screw, then tighten Cable Clamp Screw. Throttle Cable Cable Clamp Throttle Cable (from Throttle Screw Wire Lever) Figure R ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22 ® BP-6ES 6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector ® / ® NHSP TORCH F6TC (not included) to the end of the spark plug and reattach the wire securely. ITEM 61623 Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 23 LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.). 5. Diagnose and repair compression. (Use Engine will 5. Incorrect compression. not start: COMpRESSION RELATED section.) Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. ITEM 61623 Page 24 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 25 2. Belt is worn or stretched. 2. Replace Belt. Wheels are 3. Pulley key broken or missing. 3. Replace key. engaged. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 25...

  • Page 26: Parts Lists And Diagrams

    Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. ITEM 61623 Page 26 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 27 Spring Washer (M6) Lower Blade Lever (not shown) Blade Control Upper Blade Lever (not shown) Steel Ball 6 35 28 Note: When ordering parts from this diagram add a -B suffix. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 27...
  • Page 28 10 11 12 13 14 2 3 4 36 37 41 42 32 33 43 44 26 27 28 29 Note: When ordering parts from this diagram add a -C suffix. ITEM 61623 Page 28 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
  • Page 29 Bolt (M6 x 30) Washer (M8) Deck Nut (M8) Bolt (M8 x 25) Brush Bar Washer (M8) Blade 36 37 Note: When ordering parts from this diagram add a -D suffix. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 29...

  • Page 30: Warranties

    (2) year term of this warranty at no cost to you, including diagnosis, parts and labor. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and any subsequent owner within the two year warranty period. ITEM 61623 Page 30...
  • Page 31 The nearest Harbor Freight Tools retail store can be found on the internet at http://www.harborfreight.com. ITEM 61623 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 31...
  • Page 32 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • pO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • 1-888-866-5797...

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