Bushranger 53AH6IMSP Operator's Manual page 11

1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil filler
is clean.
2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the
dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill.
NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate
reading. Insert and remove dipstick without screwing it
into the filler-neck. Check oil level shown on dipstick.
3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.
• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed.
Fill to full line on dipstick.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or
each season. You may need to change the oil more
often under dusty, dirty conditions.
ADD FUEL
NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard the
debris plug that is inside the tank. Fill fuel tank. Use
fresh, clean, regular unleaded fuel with a minimum of
95 octants. Do not mix oil with fuel. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel
freshness.
WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the fuel tank, start the engine and
let it run until the fuel lines and carburettor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See storage
instructions for additional information. Never
use engine or carburettor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to bottom of fuel tank filler
neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled
oil or fuel. Do not store, spill, or use gasoline
near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small
amount of smoke may be present during initial use of the
product and should be considered normal.
FIG. 9
1. Turn the fuel tap to the on position (See figure 9).
2. Move throttle lever to the choke/starting position.
*Pre-Run engine - move the throttle to the high/fast
position.
5. Select required speed.
6. To move forward push drive lever towards handle.
CAUTION: If the engine fails to start in
30 seconds after repeated starting
operation by pulling the starter knob, please
stop your operation and check the causes. See
trouble shooting.
TO STOP ENGINE
• To stop engine, release drive lever control bar.
• Move throttle lever to stop position.
MOWING TIPS
• Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass,
it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to
reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading
the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings.
It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed
and /or run the lawn mower over the area a second
time.
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
• For better grass catching and most cutting
conditions, the engine speed should be set in the
fast position.
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with
dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less
grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using.
• Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean
of grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air
flow and extend engine life.
3. Pull the starter handle
lightly till resistance is
felt, then pull briskly
towards yourself/upwards
return starter handle to
zone starter ring.
4. After a few seconds
move throttle away from
choke position.
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