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Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. (Model Number) (Serial Number) WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136...
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. • If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. •...
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• Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER To Remove Unit From Carton • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).
Assembling Grass Catcher NOTE: Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on the outside). Parts for Soft Grass Bag: 1. Front Frame & Rear Frame 2. Grass Bag Assemble grass bag as follows: •...
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare the illustration in Figure 9 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
To Start Engine and Engage Blade WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower. •...
wheels must be placed in the same relative position. See Figure 10. Adjustment Figure 10 Handle Height Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position.To lower the handle height for your convenience, proceed as follows. • Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
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NOTE: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds and may cause damage to the mower and/or personal injury. • The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. See Figure 14. Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.
Uneven cut Wheels positioned incorrectly. Dull blade. NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local White Outdoor dealer or call the Customer Dealer Referral Line at 1(800)-949-4483. • Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa- rate one year warranty. d. White Outdoor Co. does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America, its possessions and territories, except those sold through White Outdoor Co.