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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWNMOWER
WARNING"
Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before performing
any maintenance or adjustments on the mower.
WARNING"
Never tip mower more than 90
degrees in any direction and do not leave it
tipped for long. Oil can drain into the upper part
of the engine causing a starting problem.
Cleaning the LawnMower
•
Clean the underside of the mower deck after each
use to prevent any build-up of grass clippings. If this
debris is allowed to accumulate, it will result in rust
and corrosion.
NOTE: We do not recommend
the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may
cause damage to pulleys, bearings or the engine. The
use of water will result in shortened life and reduced
serviceability.
•
Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from the
mower, or place a piece of plastic under gas cap.
•
Tilt the mower so that the side with the air cleaner is
facing up. Hold the mower firmly.
•
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
•
Put the mower back on its wheels. If you had put
plastic under the gas cap, remove it now.
EngineMaintenance
A list of key maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
engine manual for a detailed list and instructions.
•
Change engine oil after the first two operating
hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter.
Check the oil level before starting the engine every
time.
•
Service foam filter in the air cleaner every 25 hours
of use and replace the paper filter component every
100 hours. You may have to service the air filter
more frequently if you are operating the mower
under extremely dusty conditions.
•
Clean engine periodically. Remove dirt and debris
with a cloth or brush.
•
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to.030" at
least once a season or every 50 hours of operation.
Spark plug replacement is recommended at the
start of each season.
•
Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters
can create a fire hazard. Make sure to avoid muffler
and surrounding areas while the mower engine is
hot because temperature of these areas of the
engine may exceed 150 ° F.
Lubrication
(See Figure 13 )
Wheels
•
Lubricate the wheels and bearings, if so equipped,
at least once a season with light oil or engine oil.
Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the pivot arm axle and the
inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
ChuteDeflector& Rear DischargeDoor
•
Lubricate the torsion spring and the pivot point on
each end of the rear discharge door using a light oil.
This will prevent rusting.
Engine
•
Follow the engine manual instructions and
recommended schedule for lubricating engine.
Transmission
•
The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at
the factory and does not require lubrication.
Pivot Points
•
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control
handle, lower bail handle and the cutting height
adjustment lever at least once a season with light
oil. The blade control handle and the lower bail
handle must operate freely in both directions. The
cutting height adjustment levers should be able to
move easily.
Lubricate
Follow engine manual
for lubrication
Figure 13
Lubricate
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