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Maintenance & Adjustments
Maintenance
General Recommendations
1.
Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
2.
The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed here.
3.
Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine
warranty.
4.
All adjustments should be checked at least once each
season.
5.
Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are
tight.
WARNING:
Always stop engine, disconnect spark
plug, and ground against engine before performing
any type of maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
1.
Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a
season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely
in both directions. See Fig. 6-1.
Figure 6-1
2.
If your mower is equipped with ball bearing wheels,
lubricate at least once a season with a light oil, all other
types require no lubrication. However, if the wheels are
removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the
axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light
automotive oil.
3.
Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication
schedule and instruction for engine lubrication.
Deck Care
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent
build-up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below
for this job.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from lawn
mower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
2.
Tip mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side
with the air cleaner facing up. Hold mower firmly.
WARNING:
Never tip the mower more than 90º 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.
3.
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable
tool. Do not spray with water.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a pressure washer to clean your
unit. This may cause damage to bearings, or the engine.
4.
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If you had
put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to remove it
now.
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