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Operator's Manual
Introduction
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Lawn-Boy directly at
www.Lawn-Boy.com for product and accessory
information, help finding a dealer, or to register your
product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy parts,
or additional information, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and have
the model and serial numbers of your product ready.
Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial
numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the
space provided.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number plate
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
© 2008—Lawn-Boy® Inc.
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Insight® Platinum Lawn Mower
Model No. 10765—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses two words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a
spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross
horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the
engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940.
As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating
requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class
of lawn mower will be significantly lower.
Do not tamper with the engine controls or alter the
governor speed; doing so may create an unsafe condition
resulting in personal injury.
Register at www.Lawn-Boy.com.
Form No. 3359-475 Rev A
Figure 2
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Engine Owner's Manual
is supplied
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized CALIFORNIA Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and have Proposition 65 Warning the model and serial numbers of your product ready. The engine exhaust from this product...
  • Page 2: General Operation

    Safety removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers light. and the B71.1 specifications of the American National •...
  • Page 3: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    Service Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an Safe Handling of Gasoline odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is area.
  • Page 4: Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. 107-1938 1. Unfolding the Handle Procedure 1. Move the handle rearward and hold the upper handle 107-1941 in place (Figure 3). 1. Warning—do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place;...
  • Page 5: Filling The Engine With Oil

    2. Filling the Engine with Oil For the switch to detect the presence of the mulch plug, the top of the mulch plug lever must lie fully in the bottom of the channel (Figure 6). Procedure Important: Your mower does not come with oil in the engine.
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 8 3. Release the button on the lever and ensure that the top of the lever is lies fully in the switch channel (Figure 9). If the top of the lever is not in the Figure 10 switch channel, your mower will not start! 1.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install the dipstick (Figure 13). Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.
  • Page 8: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the Upper Handle Height You may raise or lower the upper handle to a position comfortable for you. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious Note: You cannot raise the upper handle higher than injury.
  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Note: If the mower still does not start, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Important: The mower has a safety switch that prevents you from starting the mower unless you Using the Self-propel Drive first install the mulch plug or the grass bag securely on the mower.
  • Page 10: Mulching The Clippings

    Mulching the Clippings Your mower comes from the factory ready to mulch the grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before mulching the clippings. If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it and lock the side discharge door (refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before mulching the clippings.
  • Page 11: Removing The Grass Bag

    Removing the Grass Bag Side-discharging the Clippings 1. Route the starter rope around the lower rope guide Use the side discharge for cutting very tall grass. (Figure 27). If the bag is on the mower, remove it and insert the mulch plug (refer to Removing the Grass Bag) before side-discharging the clippings.
  • Page 12: Operating Tips

    • For best performance, install a new blade before the notches higher than the rear cutting height. cutting season begins. • Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does • Replace the blade when necessary with a Lawn-Boy not cut the leaves finely enough. replacement blade. Cutting Grass •...
  • Page 13: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the engine oil level. •...
  • Page 14: Replacing The Air Filter

    Replacing the Air Filter Service Interval: Every 25 hours Replace the air filter yearly; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions. Refer to Preparing for Maintenance. 1. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover (Figure 35). Figure 37 Figure 35 3.
  • Page 15: Lubricating The Upper Handle

    Lubricating the Upper Handle Service Interval: Yearly Lubricate the left and right sides of the upper handle with a low-viscosity silicone spray lubricant yearly or as needed. 1. Spray the outer plastic end of the inner handle (Figure 40). Figure 39 Figure 40 5.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Self-Propel Drive

    Adjusting the Self-propel Drive If your mower does not self-propel properly, adjust the self-propel drive cable. 1. Loosen the nut on the cable mount (Figure 42). Figure 44 1. Cable mount 2. Cable jacket Note: Moving the cable jacket upward decreases the ground speed;...
  • Page 17: Cleaning The Mower

    ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is very difficult to overtighten. Cleaning the Mower Service Interval: Before each use or daily The mower may dislodge material from under the mower housing. • Wear eye protection. • Stay in the operating position (behind the handle).
  • Page 18: Folding The Handle

    1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer. 2. Run the mower until the engine stops from running out of fuel. 3. Prime the engine and start it again. 4.
  • Page 19 Notes:...
  • Page 20 If you think that your Lawn-Boy product contains a defect in materials or workmanship follow this procedure: Contact any Authorized Lawn-Boy Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn Mowers”) or access our website at www.Lawn-Boy.com.

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