Contents Pages Safety Instructions General Operations Slope Operations Children Service Assembly Installing the Handle Filling the Crankcase with Oil Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline Operation Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine Adjusting the Cutting Height Operating Tips Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Checking the Engine Oil Level Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower Servicing the Air Filter...
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WARNING! This mower, when oriented in the front to back position, is capable of continuous operation on slopes reaching 45 degrees incline. The use of this mower on inclines steeper than 45 degrees will cause severe damage to the engine VOIDING ALL APPLICABLE WARRANTIES.
9. Read the Operator’s Manual for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by Eastman Industries. 10. Shut the engine off when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. 11. Shut the engine off whenever you leave the equipment.
Slope Operations Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing directions on slopes.
DO NOT: Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance. Do not push the mower up the slope. Do not mow slopes that are steeper than 45° incline. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping. (Figure 2) Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.
4. Never allow children to operate the mower. 5. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision. Service 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. Gasoline is highly flammable and vapors are explosive. a) Use only approved containers.
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9. Cutter disc components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and, when necessary, replace with Eastman Industries’ recommended parts. 10. Mower blade is sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing it.
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Read this Manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this Manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although Eastman Industries designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.
Assembly Installing the Handle 1. Mount the lower handle on the handle brackets with two (2) clevis and cotter pins. (Fig 3). Figure 3 1. Handle Bracket 2. Lower Handle 3. Clevis Pin 4. Cotter Pin 2. Attach the upper handle to the lower handle, with four (4) 5/16”-18 x 1 ½” shoulder bolts and wing nuts (Fig 4) Figure 4 3.
Preparing the Engine IMPORTANT: The Engine is shipped without oil. Fill the engine with oil prior to startup in order to avoid serious damage to the engine. Consult the engine manual for more complete instructions regarding engine maintenance and operation. Filling the Crankcase with Oil The crankcase holds 0.58 U.S.
7. If the oil level reading is below the Lower Limit mark on the dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler hole to raise the oil level to the Upper Limit mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill the crankcase with oil and run the engine; engine damage will result. Drain the excess oil until the oil level on the dipstick is within the limit.
Operation Warning: Prior to starting the mower: 1. Make sure the engine in filled with oil (Fig.5) 2. Make sure the mower is placed on grass devoid of rocks and loose branches. Never carry or tilt the mower with the carburetor leaning WARNING: toward the ground.
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**For Mowers equipped with Operator’s Presence Control (OPC), pull the OPC arm up toward the handle and hold it securely with left hand. (Fig. 9) Figure 9 Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply .
6. The engine operates at a FIXED THROTTLE SPEED for optimum performance. Stopping the Engine 1. Push the throttle control to (stop) position to shut off the engine. (Fig 12) Figure 12 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not use the lawn mower or if you leave it unattended.
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4. To obtain a higher cut remove the height adjustment spacer (s) from the impeller hub. Remount the cutter disc to obtain the highest cut - do not use any spacers. Install the flat washer and the Impeller retaining bolt. Tighten the bolt securely. (Fig 14) a.
d. Tighten the bolt securely. e. Use a 3 ½” long impeller retaining bolt when one or two ½” spacer (s) or 2 or more ¼” spacers are used. Figure 15 1. Height Adjustment spacer Operating Tips • Review the safety instructions and read this Manual carefully before operating the lawn mower.
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• Replace the blades when necessary with original Eastman Industries replacement blades. • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the lawn mower to plug or the engine to stall.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Check the engine oil level. Check the blades and blade attachment bolts. Tighten if they are loose. Check the air cleaner. Each Use Remove grass clippings from the impeller fins.
Checking the Engine Oil Level Before you use the lawn mower, make sure that the oil level is between the Upper and the Lower Limit marks as shown on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the Lower Limit mark, add oil. Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower Housing To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the lawn mower housing clean.
4. Remove the air filter. Tap the filter several times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt, or blow compressed air not exceeding 30 PSI through the filter from the clean side that faces the engine. (Fig 17) Never try to brush off dirt. Figure 17 5.
5. Recycle the used oil according to local codes. 6. Fill the crankcase to the Upper Limit line on the dipstick with fresh oil. (See filling instructions) 7. Wipe up any spilled oil. Maintaining the Cutter Disc Always mow with a balanced cutter disc making sure that the pem inserts, the blade attachment bolts and blades are securely fastened to the disc.
3. The blades should fit snugly into the blade attachment bolts. 4. Tighten the bolts. Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Clean the fuel filter element every 50 operating hours. 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down. 2.
5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.028 – 0.036 In (0.70 – 0.80 mm) 6. Install the spark plug and the gasket seal. 7. Torque the plug to 17 ft-lb. 8. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Storage To prepare the lawn mower for storage, perform the recommended maintenance procedures.
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4. Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft-lb. (23 N-m). 5. Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. 6. Check the engine oil level. 7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh the fuel system contains gasoline. If the problem persists, contact stale fuel. an Authorized Service Dealer. 2.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine runs rough 1. The wire is not connected 1. Connect the wire to the spark plug. to the spark plug. 2. The spark plug is pitted, 2. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap fouled or the gap is if necessary.
Eastman Industries warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Eastman product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from the date of retail purchase, Eastman Industries agrees to repair or replace at Eastman Industries’ discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized Eastman Servicing Dealer within the time limit listed below.
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All parts replaced under warranty become the property of Eastman Industries. GENERAL CONDITIONS Repair by an Authorized Eastman Industries Dealer is your sole remedy under this warranty. Eastman Industries is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in...
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