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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
2.
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If unit is
equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the
spark plug wire, make certain the metal loop on the
end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot)
is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark
plug.
3
4
Starting Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with
your unit.
1.
2.
3.
PlaceenginetheintofuelthevalveON (leverOPENfound) posiontionthe, Fileftgureside4-3of. the
Movechoketheposition.choke lever all the way backward into the
Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
against upper handle, Figure 4-3. The choke will now
begin to slowly return to the off choke position after
activating the blade control. Therefore, quickly move
onto step four below.
2
5
4.
5.
Electric Start (If Equipped): Turn ignition key to the
right to start the engine. See Figure 4-3. Release the
key after the engine starts.
1
WARNING
Figure 4-3
Recoil Start: Grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope
Operating Tips
out with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. See Figure
The operation of any
lawn mower can result
in foreign objects
being thrown into
the eyes, which can
damage your eyes
severely. Always wear
safety glasses while
operating the mower,
or while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.
4-3.
Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle, let the
To engage the drive, squeeze the drive control handle
rope rewind slowly. Repeat until engine cranks. Let the
rope rewind each time slowly.
WARNING: Wait for the blade to
stop completely before performing
any work on the mower or to remove
the grass catcher.
2.
3.
For best results do not cut wet grass.
New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a
narrower cut.
To Stop Engine
1.
4.
5.
6.
For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-third of
the total length of the grass.
Youris growth.lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there
If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4
inches, mulching is not recommended. Mow using the
side discharge to reduce the grass height to 3-1/4 inches
or less before mulching.
Releaseand blade.the blade control handle to stop the engine
WARNING: The blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds after the
engine is shut off.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the lawn
mower while starting
engine or operating
mower. Never run
2.
Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as
instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
General Recommendations
1
. Always observe safety rules when performing
UsingYour Lawn Mower
any maintenance.
Be sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other
objects which could damage the lawn mower or the engine.
Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower
in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the
operator and others.
2
. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse or negli-
gence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must
maintain the lawn mower as
engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
lawn mower.
instructed here.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage,
and repair the damage before
3.
4.
Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
All adjustments should be checked at least once each
season.
5
. tPigehrito.dically check all fasteners and make sure these are
restarting and operating the mower.
Extensive vibration of the mower
during operation is an indication
of damage. The unit should be
promptly inspected and repaired.
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