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Safety Rules ..........................................
2-3
Warranty ................................................
4-7
Product Specifications
..............................
8
Assembly / Pre-Operation
........................
9
Operation ...........................................
10-14
Schedule ...........................
15
......................................
15-18
Service and Adjustments
................... 19-20
Storage ..............................................
20-21
.................................
21-22
Repair Parts .......................................
44-53
IMPORTANT:
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob-
jects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
_:i,Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!!
BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
A WARNING:
In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting
when setting
up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs, always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with plug.
,&WARNING"
Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents,
and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals
known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
,&WARNING"
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories
contain lead and lead
compounds,
chemicals
known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash
hands after handling.
,& CAUTION:
Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely
hot during operation and
remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid
severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
I. GENERAL
OPERATION
• Read, understand,
and follow all
instructions
on the machine and in the
manual(s)
before starting. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible
individuals,
who
are familiar with the instructions,
to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could
be picked up and thrown by blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop the machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate the mower when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear substantial
foot wear.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always Iookdown and be-
hind before and while moving backwards.
• Never direct discharged
material toward
anyone.
Avoid
discharging
material
against a wall or obstruction.
Material may
richochet back toward the operator.
Stop
the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate the mower without
prop-
er guards, plates, grass catcher or other
safety protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer's
instructions
for
proper operation and installation of
accessories.
Only use accessories
ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever
you
leave the equipment,
before cleaning
the mower or unclogging
the chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait
until the blade comes to complete stop
before removing grass catcher.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle; walk, never run.
• Disengage the self-propelled
mecha-
nism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine.
• If the equipment
should start to vibrate
abnormally,
stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately
for the cause. Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glass-
es with side shields when operating mower.
II. SLOPE
OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
fall accidents which can result in severe
injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
2 you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
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