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Walk-Behind
Power Mower
Model No. 10227 – 6900001 & Up
Model No. 10304 – 6900001 & Up
Model No. 10314 – 6900001 & Up
Operator's Manual
Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.
their proper use before you operate the product.
Silver-Series
FORM NO. 3318–198 EN Rev A
1425
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Summarization of Contents
Safety
Safe Operating Practices
Product capabilities and essential safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.
General Operation
Guidelines for safe and proper use of the mower, including user responsibility.
Assembly
Handle
Instructions for assembling the mower handle and adjusting its height.
Cover Plate
Instructions for installing and removing the cover plate for side discharge operation.
Before Starting
Oil Mix Ratio
Required gasoline and oil mixture for the 2-cycle engine.
Mixing Gasoline And Oil
Proper procedure for mixing gasoline and oil for optimal engine performance.
Lawn Preparation And Mowing
Prepare the lawn and follow guidelines for safe and effective mowing.
Operation
Starting Engine
Step-by-step instructions for starting the mower's engine.
Stopping Engine
Instructions on how to safely stop the mower's engine.
Self-propelled Drive
How to engage and disengage the self-propelled drive system.
Adjusting Cutting Height
Procedure for adjusting the cutting height of each wheel individually.
Mulching Tips
General tips for achieving the best cutting results and lawn appearance.
Cutting Grass
Guidelines for cutting grass at different times of the year for optimal results.
Cutting Leaves
Tips for cutting leaves and ensuring proper lawn coverage.
Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
A schedule outlining maintenance tasks and their frequency for optimal performance.
Air Filter
Detailed instructions for cleaning and maintaining the air filter element.
Spark Plug
Procedure for cleaning, inspecting, and replacing the spark plug.
Clean Mower Housing
Instructions for cleaning the mower housing for optimal performance.
Blade
Importance of a straight, sharp blade and how to inspect it.
Blade Installation
Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the mower blade.
Lubrication
Greasing instructions for self-propelled models.
Self-propelled Cable
How to adjust the self-propelled cable when needed.
Self-propelled Drive Cleaning
Cleaning the self-propelled drive system to prevent slippage.
Exhaust Ports
Cleaning carbon deposits from exhaust ports to maintain performance.
Troubleshooting
Engine will not start
Corrective actions for when the engine fails to start.
Engine starts hard or loses power
Troubleshooting steps for difficult starting or power loss.
Engine runs rough
Steps to take when the engine runs unevenly.
Mower or engine vibrates excessively
Troubleshooting tips for excessive vibration.
Uneven cutting pattern
Causes and solutions for an uneven cut.
Discharge chute plugs
How to clear a plugged discharge chute.
Mower will not self-propel
Troubleshooting steps if the self-propelled drive is not working.
Accessories
Rear Grass Catcher
Instructions for installing the rear grass catcher.
Bag Adjustment
How to adjust the grass bag for proper fit.
Mulch Plate
Instructions for installing the mulch plate.
Mulching Operation
Tips for optimal mulching performance.
Storage
Fuel
Preparing the fuel system for off-season storage.
Engine
Preparing the engine for off-season storage.
Folding Handle
Instructions for folding the mower handle for storage.
Removing From Storage
Steps to take when removing the mower from storage.
LAWN-BOY WARRANTY
What Is Covered By This Express Warranty?
Details on what the Lawn-Boy express warranty covers.
What Must You Do To Keep The Warranty In Effect?
Required actions to maintain warranty coverage.
What products are Covered By This Warranty?
Specifies which products are covered under the warranty.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover?
Details on exclusions from the Lawn-Boy warranty.
How About Commercial Use?
Warranty terms for commercial use of Lawn-Boy products.
How Do You Get Service The Warranty?
Procedure for obtaining warranty service.
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