Important: Route the cables to the outside of
the handle (Figure 3).
3. Rotate the handle rearward (Figure 4).
4. Lock the handle at your desired height. Refer to
Adjusting the Handle Height in the Operation
section.
5. Torque the handle bolts to 120 to 160 in-lb (14 to
17 N-m).
6. Adjust the cutting height. Refer to Adjusting the
Cutting Height.
Figure 4
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Installing the Starter Rope
No Parts Required
Procedure
Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the
handle (Figure 5).
1. Starter rope
Note: To make the rope easier to install, squeeze the
control bar on the handle.
3
Filling the Engine with Oil
No Parts Required
Procedure
Your mower does not come with oil in the engine.
1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 6).
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Figure 5
2. Rope guide
Figure 6