MAINTENANCE
This chapter explains when and how to perform routine inspection,
service, and adjustments
for do-it-yourself
maintenance.
More difficult
maintenance
tasks should be done by your dealer. Your dealer is
best equipped and staffed to provide the level of service and safety
you and your mower deserve.
THE IMPORTANCE
OF MAINTENANCE.
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MAINTENANCE
SAFETY ..........................
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Safety Precautions.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION
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Source of Emissions
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The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts ..............
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Tampering
and Altering ..........................
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Problems that may Affect Emissions ................
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Replacement
Parts .............................
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Maintenance..
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE.
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE.
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Engine Oil Change. .............................
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Engine Oil Recommendations.
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AirCleaner
Service..
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Spark Plug Service
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Carburetor
Adjustment.
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Carburetor
Modification
for High Altitude Operation
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FuelRecommendations
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CONTROL
CABLE ADJUSTMENTS
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Blade Control Cable Adjustment
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Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment
(SXA) ...............
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Shift Cable Adjustment
(SXA)
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Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment
(HXA)
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THROlTLE
CABLE INSPECTION
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BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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Blade Removal
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Blade Installation
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GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT
(HRB215)
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