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THROTTLE
The throttle control wire assembly can be ad¬
justed if necessary. Refer to steps 8 thru 12 of
Assembly Instructions.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
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If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load.
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with
your mower for carburetor adjustment informa¬
tion.
LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT
Always stop engine and disconnect
spark plug wire before cleaning,
lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn mower.
Blade Control—
Lubricate the pivot points on the
blade control handle and the brake cable at least
once a season with light oil. The control must
operate freely in both directions.
Discharge Chute Door Mechanism—
The torsion
spring and pivot point should
be lubricated
periodically with light oil to prevent any rust or
binding. Door must work freely.
Wheels—
Mower is provided with ball bearing
wheels. Lubricate at least once a season with light
oil. Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner
surface of the wheel with light oil. A 4 oz. plastic
bottle of light oil lubricant is available. Order part
number 737-0170. Engine oil may also be used.
Engine—
Follow engine manual for lubrication in¬
structions.
Throttle—
Periodically lubricate throttle control
lever and throttle wire assembly with a few drops
of light oil for ease of operation.
Chain
—The chain should be lubricated periodical¬
ly with a few drops of light oil to prevent any rust
or binding. Use very little or no oil if unit is being
used in a dusty or sandy area.
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
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Be sure to disconnect and ground
the spark plug wire before perform¬
ing any repairs or maintenance.
NOTE
When tipping the unit, empty the fuel
tank and keep engine spark plug side
up.
BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT
Remove the battery pack from the handle panel for
replacement only. Do not separate the batteries
for any reason. Dispose of batteries properly
Ac
WARNING
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Batteries
contain
sulfuric
acid
which may cause burns. Do not
short circuit or mutilate in any way.
Do not put batteries in fire. They
may burst or release toxic mate¬
rials.
When replacing battery pack in handle panel, bat¬
tery pack must be positioned with the positive ter¬
minal to the left hand side and the negative ter¬
minal to the right hand side of panel. See fiqure
25.
Replacing the battery pack incorrectly will cause
serious damage.
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