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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK THE OIL
NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with SAE
30 weight oil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed.
1.
Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the engine
runs.
2.
Clean the area around the dipstick. Remove the dipstick. Wipe
the oil from the dipstick.
3.
Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube. Turn the dipstick clock-
wise until it is tight. Remove the dipstick. Check the oil level on
the dipstick. The oil level must reach the FULL mark on the
dipstick.
4.
If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL mark on the
dipstick. The quantity of oil needed from ADD to FULL is shown
on the dipstick. Do not add too much oil.
ADD GASOLINE
WARNING: Always use a safety gasoline container.
Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the fuel tank.
Do not add gasoline when you are inside an enclo-
sure. Before you add gasoline, stop the engine and
let the engine cool for several minutes.
Fill the fuel tank with regular
unleaded gasoline. Do not use
premium
unleaded
gasoline.
Make sure the gasoline is fresh
and clean. Leaded gasoline will
increase deposits and shorten
the life of the valves.
HOW TO START THE ENGINE
WARNING: The electrical system has two primary
components, an operator presence system and a Se-
lect Reverset system. The operator presence sys-
tem determines if the operator is sitting on the seat.
This system will stop the engine when the operator
leaves the seat. The Select Reverset system gives
the operator the ability to temporarily mow in reverse
if he decides such operation is absolutely necessary
and safe operating precautions are taken. For your
protection, always make sure these systems operate
correctly.
NOTE: The engine will not start unless you depress the
clutch/brake pedal or engage the parking brake and move the
blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position.
1.
Make sure the spark plug wire is connected to the spark plug.
2.
Move the speed control lever to the neutral (N) position.
3.
Make sure the blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE po-
sition. If the blade rotation control is not in the DISENGAGE
position, the engine will not start.
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OPERATION
Fuel Tank
Full
CAUTION: 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 prevent engine problems with the fuel system, empty the fuel
system before storage of 30 days or longer as follows.
1.
Drain the fuel tank.
2.
Start the engine. Let the engine run until the fuel lines and the
carburetor are empty.
3.
After storage, make sure you use fresh fuel. See the storage
instructions for additional information.
4.
Never use engine cleaner or carburetor cleaner in the fuel tank
or permanent damage can occur.
CARBURETOR
The factory settings for the carburetor are for most conditions. If the
engine is operated under the following conditions, you can adjust
the carburetor mixture. To adjust the carburetor, see the engine
manufacturer's instructions.
1.
The engine has a loss of power or does not run smooth.
2.
A change from summer to winter operation.
3.
A 40 degree change in the operation temperature. The carbure-
tor was adjusted at 80 degrees at the factory.
4.
The engine is operated above 4,000 feet.
4.
Move the throttle control completely forward to the CHOKE
or FAST position. Some models have a separate choke knob.
Pull the choke knob to the full CHOKE position.
5.
Turn the ignition key to the START
key when the engine starts. The ignition key switch will auto-
matically default to the recommended RUN−MOW position for
normal mowing. See "How To Operate The Ignition Key Switch"
in the Operation Section.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after four or five tries,
move the throttle control to the FAST position. Again try to
start the engine. If the engine will not start, see the
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART.
6.
Slowly move the throttle control to the SLOW position. If model
has a separate choke knob, push in the choke knob.
7.
Let a cold engine run for several minutes. Begin work when the
engine is warm. To start a hot engine, move the throttle control
to a position between FAST and SLOW.
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position. Release the
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