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CONTENTS
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 4/24
SECTION 2: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS· 8/24
SECTION 3: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS· 9/24
SECTION 4: CONTROLS 11/24
SECTION 5: OPERATIO 15/24
SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS· 17/24
SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE· 18/24
SECTION 8: LUBRICATION· 20/24
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE· 20/24
SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 21/24
SECTION 11: TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 22/24
SECTION 12:
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 23/24
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
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WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH,
IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF
YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS
SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING.
DANGER: Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation
in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result
in serious injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result
in serious injury
or death.
DEFINITIONS OF SYMBOLS
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Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the.proper use
of the lawn mower.
Never mow while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
Moving blades. Do not put hands or feet near the blades.
When cleaning repairing or inspecting, make certain the blade and all mowing parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug cap and keep the cap away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
Wear eye and hearing protection when operating the product.
STARTING
This engine is shipped without oil. See operating instructions for correct oil fill capacity.
DO NOT OVERFILL: see engine manual for more detail.

GENERAL OPERATION
• Read this owner's guide carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions
on the machine and in the manuals before operation. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it. Keep this
manual
in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
• Your rotary mower
is a precision piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise
extreme caution at all times. Your lawn mower has been designed to perform one job: to mow grass.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower. Children 14 years old and over
should only operate mower under close parental supervision. Only responsible individuals who are .
familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your mower.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Stop engine when
they are
in the vicinity of your mower to help prevent blade contact or thrown object injury. Although
the area of operation should
be completely cleared of foreign objects, an object may have been
overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the mower
in any direction and cause serious
personal injury to the operator or any others allowed
in the area.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, toys and other foreign objects
wh i ch could be picked up and thrown by the mower in any
direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed
in the area. Plan
your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the likes.
To help avoid a thrown objects injury, keep children, bystanders and helpers at least
75 feet away
from
th e mower while it is in operation.
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Al ways wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine
in any direction.
• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover
the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended.
Do not wear loose fitting clothes or
jewelry. They can
be caught in moving parts. Never operate a lawn mower in bare feet, sandals,
s
li ppery or light weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge opening at all times
as
the rotating blade can cause injury.
• Many injuries occur
as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall. Do not hang on to
t
he mower if you are falling; release the handle immediately.
• Never pull the mower toward
you while you are walking. If you must back the mower away from a wall
or obstruction first look down and behind, and then follow these steps:
A. Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms.
B. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
C. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you.
D. Repeat these steps
as needed.
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Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Do not engage t
he self-propelled mechanism on units so equipped while starting engine.
• T
he blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes
th e safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade.
The blade cont
rol handle must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the
disengaged position when released.
• Never operate the mower
in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
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serious personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, never run. If you feel you are losing
your footing, RELEASE THE BLADE CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATLEY
an.d the blade will stop
rotating within three seconds.
e Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
• Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass
catcher or unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the
engine
is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has
stopped rotating.
• Never operate mower without proper guards, grass catcher, plates or other safety protective devices
in place.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn.
Do not touch.
• Only use accessories approved for this machine by the manufacturer. Read, understand and follow
all instructions provided with the approved accessory.
•
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your
dealer for assistance.
SLOPE OPERATION
For your safety, use the slope gauge to measure slopes before operating this lawn mower on a sloped or hilly
area. If the slope
is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this lawn mower on
that area or serious injury could result.
DO :
• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, hidden objects, or bumps.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing
your balance release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop
in less than 3 seconds.
DO NOT:
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance.
•
Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge.
• Do not mow
on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
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Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for small children or other objects.
• Never allow children under age 14 to operate the mower. Children 14 years of age and over should read
and understand the operation instructions and safety rules
in this manual.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision of a child or hazard.
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SERVICE
• Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are
explosive.
• Use only
an approved gasoline container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
• Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine
as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
• Never refuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate
in the area.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there
is an open flame or spark such as a gas
water heater, space heater, or furnace.
• Never run
an engine inside a closed area.
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To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting.
• Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually
inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked or worn). Replace with blade which meets original
equipment specifications listed
in this manual.
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, and thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating the mower.
• Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine
is running.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace with
manufacture's recommended parts, when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are
dangerous.
• Do not adjust the throttle with the engine running
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SECTION 2: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON (See Fig. 1)
• Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to
open carton.
• Remove loose parts if included with lawn
mower (i.e., owner's manual, etc.), and save it
appropriately.
• Cut along corner and lay carton down flat.
• Remove packing material.
Roll or
sl ide lawn mower out of carton. And check
ca
rt on thoroughly tor loose parts. Fig.l
DI SCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE (See Fig. 2)
Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it against
t
he engine by attaching rubber boot to a bolt or metal clip to the grounding post on the engine.
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Spark Plug
Wire
Spark Plug
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SECTION 3: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
• Pair of Pliers (Not necessary, but helpful)
• Motor Oil
• Fresh Gasoline
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL in the engine. Be certain to service
engine with gasoline and oil as instructed
in the separate engine manual before operating your mower.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.
SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER
Follow steps 1 through 8 to set up your lawn mower.
Step
1: Remove grass bag from lawn mower and set 1 Step 2: Lift upper handle. Align it with lower handle.
it out of the
way.
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Step 3: According to model: tighten two knob nuts or IStep 4: Raise complete handlebar & console. Make
fold the
fix handle grip to the upper handle. sure not to kink the control cables.
Step
5: Pinch lower handle against mounting bracket Step 7: Attach control cables to handle with four wire
with pliers. ties. Attach the recoil starter to rope guide on the
Step
6: According to model: connect lower handle, upper handle.
right bracket
and left bracket with two knob nuts and
two square neck bolts or turn switches 90°.
Step
8: Plastic grass catcher assembly. Refer to the "Set Up Instructions" attached to the grass catcher
lower half.
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SECTION 4: CONTROLS
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FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER (See Fig. 3)
The flywheel brake lever is located on the upper handle of the mower. The flywheel brake lever must be depressed
in order to start and operate the lawn mower. Release flywheel brake lever to stop the engine and blade.
AwARNING: The flywheel brake lever is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. The
blade will be rotating whenever the engine
is running.
RECOIL STARTER (See Fig. 3)
The recoil starter handle is attached to the upper handle.
See Fig.
5. Stand behind the lawn mower in the operating
position to start the lawn mower.
THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 4)
The throttle switch is located on the handle. lt is used to
regulate the engine speed.
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The throttle control lever is forward to increase
speed
The throttle control lever
is rearward to decrease
speed
WARNING: The throttle control cannot be
used to stop the engine. Do not adjust the
throttle control with the engine running.
Fly wh eel B ro ke L eve r
Fig. 3
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CUTTING HEIGHT ADUJSTMENT LEVER
NOTE: Your mower is shipped with the cutting height in the lowest position. Adjust the cutting height as follows.
The cutting height adjustment lever
is located above the right rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, pull the
cutting height adjustment lever out and away from the mower and then move it forward or backward to another slot.
(See fig.5)
Some mowers are equipped with height adjustment button, which located above the right wheels.
To adjust the
cutting height, push the button downward to the slot you select. See fig 6 and fig
7.
NOTE: For rough or uneven lawns, move the cutting height adjustment lever to a higher position. This will help
stop scalping.
Cutt ing Height Adjustment Lever
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FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER (See Fig. 8)
The flywheel brake lever is located on the upper handle of the mower. The flywheel brake lever must be depressed
in order to start and operate the lawn mower. Release flywheel brake lever to stop the engine and blade.
AWARNING: The flywheel brake lever is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. The
blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running.
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER (See Fig. 8)
Squeeze the drive clutch lever to engage the drive system.
Release the drive clutch lever
to disengage the drive system.
Release the drive clutch lever
to slow down when
approaching obstacle, making a turn or stopping.
RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter handle is attached to the upper handle.
See
Fig. 8. Stand behind the lawn mower in the operating
position
to start the lawn mower.
THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)
The throttle switch is located on the handle. lt is used to
regulate the engine speed.
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The throttle control lever is forward to increase
speed
The throttle control lever
is rearward to decrease
speed
WARNING: The throttle control cannot be
used to stop the engine. Do not adjust the
throttle control with the engine running.
Cutting Height~
Adjustment lever
Fig.8
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Shift Lever (only for model WYZXX-**-**3 )
The shift lever is located on the handle. Use the shift lever to
adjust the forward speed of the mower.
Do not use the
throttle control lever, the throttle control lever must be kept
in
the FAST position for the best mowing performance.
When changing speed selection, release the drive clutch
lever.
Move shift lever to select desired speed according to
mowing conditions and terrain: (See Fig. 1
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1st (Low)
2nd (Medium)
3rd (High)
2.8Km/h
4.2Km/h
5.2Km/h
Fig. 10
CUTTING HEIGHT ADUJSTMENT LEVER (See Fig.11)
NOTE: Your mower is shipped with the cutting height in the lowest position. Adjust the cutting height as
follows.
The cutting height adjustment lever
is located above the right rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, pull the
cutting height adjustment lever out and away from the mower and then move
it forward or backward to
another slot. See fig.11.
Some mowers are equipped with height adjustment button, which located above the right wheels,
To adjust
the cutting height, push the button downward to the slot you select.See fig 12 and fig 13.
NOTE: For rough or uneven lawns, move the cutting height adjustment lever to a higher position. This will
help stop scalping.
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Fig. 12
Fig 13
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SECTION 5: OPERATION
A WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the chute area
on the cutting deck. See Fig.1.
The operation of any lawn mower can result
in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can
result
in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields.
NOTE: For best results raise the cutting position until it is determined which height is best for your lawn. See
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
in the CONTROLS section.
GASOLINE AND OIL FILL-UP
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual. Read all instructions
carefully.
A WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been
allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running.
TO START ENGINE AND ENGAGE BLADE
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
• Move the throttle control
on the engine to the fast (rabbit) position.
• Prime engine
as instructed in the separate engine manual.
• Stand behind the lawn mower, squeeze the blade control handle and hold
it against the upper handle.
NOT E: If any problems are encountered, refer to the TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Section of this manual.
TO STOP ENGINE AND BLADE
Release the flywheel brake lever to stop the engine and the blade.
A WARNING: The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off.
USING YOUR ROTARY MOWER
• Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects that could damage lawn mower or
engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower
in any direction and cause serious
personal injury to the operator and others.
• For best results, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower, preventing
proper discharge of grass clippings, and could cause
you to slip and fall. New grass, thick grass or wet
grass may require a narrower cut.
• For a healthy lawn, never cut off more than one-third of the total length of the grass. Your lawn should
be
cut in the fall as long as there is growth.
This mower
is at full throttle for best cut, mowing or mulching.
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WARNING: If mower strikes a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from the spark
plug; thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and
operating the mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage.
The lawn mower should be promptly inspected and repaired.
BAGGING (See Fig. 14)
This mower can bag grass clippings. The following
steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower
for bagging.
Installing the grass bag:
• Raise rear cover.
• Slide grass bag on rear cover rod.
• Release rear cover to secure grass bag in
place.
Installing the grass catcher:
• Raise the rear cover
• Grasp the grass catcher by the top handle and
position the grass catcher against the rear of
the mower
• Lower the rear cover
Hook Rear Cover Rod Rear Cover
Fig.14
EMPTYING YOUR GRASS BAG/CATCHER (See Fig.15)
• Raise the rear cover of the mower to release the
grass bag/catcher.
• Lift the grass bag/catcher clear of the mower and
lower the rear cover.
• Tilt the grass bag/catcher with the opening
downwards.
• Grip the handle of the grass bag/catcher and
shake the clippings out. Refer to Fig. 15.
When replacing your grass bag/catcher, be sute the
bag/catcher is on the correct position.
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SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS
A WARNING:
Do not at any time make adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine
and disconnecting spark plug wire.
HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Your mower provided three kinds of the handle positions for use is shipped with the handle in the middle height
position.
To adjust the height proceed as follows:
• Remove the starter rope from the
rope guide.
• Remove the knob nuts and square
neck bolts.
• Move lower handle up and down
around the rear cover rod to adjust
the height. See Fig. 16.
• Attach lower handle with the knob
nuts and square neck bolts.
• Attach the recoil starter as
instructed
instructions.
in the set-up
(The handlebar of the quick fix mowers
carT only be adjusted by the external &
internal gear in the quick fix handle
grip, See Fig 17)
Right Brocket
THROTTLE ADJUSTMENT (See FIG 18)
Throttle need adjustment if replaced or changed :
Loose nut(FIG18),and take off clip ;
Push throttle forward at minimum position and
Shift back one lever, then hold position of the cable.
Push throttle backward at maximum position,
And tighten nut with clip.
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig 18
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CABLE UNIT ADJUSTMENT
Loose nut, then rotate the tube to adjust the tightness
of the cable unit. See Fig 19.
SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE
FIG 19
A WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any
repairs or maintenance.
NOTE: When tipping the lawn mower, empty the fuel tank. Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees in any
directions and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the
engine causing a starting problem.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions.
• Maintain engine oil as instructed
in the separate engine manual packed with your lawn mower. Read and
follow in structions carefully.
• Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty
conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicate that the air cleaner should be serviced.
To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your lawn mower.
• The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is
re commended at the start of each mowing season; refer to engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.
• Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to
permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all
grass, dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.
MOVER DECK
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a build-up of grass clippings,
leaves, dirt or other matter. If allowed to accumulate, it will cause rust and corrosion, and may prevent from
proper mulching, discharge or bagging.
• Disconnect and ground spark plug wire.
• Drain the fuel from the lawn mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
• Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the mower
securely.
• Scrape and clean the underside of the mower deck with a suitable tool.
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BLADE REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT AND SHARPENING (See Fig.
20 & 21)
Hex Hd Bolt
Fig.20
~ Curved Washer
~Blade
Blade Bolt
Blade Washer
Fig. 21
• When removing the blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or
use a heavy rag to hold the blade.
• Remove the Hex Hd bolt and the blade washer that hold the blade.
• Remove the blade and the blade adapter from the engine crankshaft.
A WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign
object. Replace when necessary.
When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. lt is extremely important that each
cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will
cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. lt may cause damage to the mower, and could break
causing personal injury.
The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy side until it
balances evenly. lt is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter when testing for
balance.
• Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter to the lawn mower, lubricate the engine crankshaft and
the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil.
• Be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked with part number facing the ground when the
mower is in the operating position.
• Slide the blade adapter on to the engine crankshaft.
• Place the blade
on the blade adapter. Be certain the blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter
flanges.
• Place blade washer on blade.
• Replace Hex Hd bolt.
• Tighten Hex Hd bolt to torque: 450 in. lbs. min., 600 in. lbs. max.
NOTE: To ensure safe operation of your mower, the blade bolt must be checked periodically for correct
torque.
DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT (See Fig. 22)
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• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.
Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic beneath the gas cap.
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• To remove the rear baffle, loosen five Hex.Hd Flange Bolts.
• To remove anti rotation bracket, loosen two phillips pan Hd screws.
• Remove old V-belt and replace with a new V-belt, route V-belt around pulleys. Reinstall all parts
in proper
order.
Hex.Hd Flange Bolt
Phillips Pan Hd Screw
Rear Baffle
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
IMPORTANT:When replace the V-belt, do not disassemble the blade and blade adapter.
SECTION 8: LU BRICATION (See Fig. 23)
A WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or
doing any kind of service work on the lawn mower.
Control Handle: Lubricate the pivot points on the control handle at least once a season 'with light oil. The
flywheel brake lever and the drive clutch lever must operate freely
in both directions.
Wheels: Lubricate the wheels and bearings 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 rear axle or front shaft and the inner surface of
th e wheel wi th light oil.
Engine: Follow engine manual for lubrication instructions.
SECTION 9: OFF~SEASON STORAGE
T he followi ng steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage.
• Clean and lubricate lawn mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions.
• Refer to engine manual for correct engine/storage instructions.
• Coat mower's blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting.
• Store mower
in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should
be tak
en to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.
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SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble Remedy '
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Throttle control lever not in correct Move throttle lever to FAST or START position.
starting position.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line.
Faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Engine flooded. Crank engine with throttle
in FAST position.
Engine runs Lawn mower running in START Move throttle lever to FAST position.
erratic position.
Spark plug wire loose. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. Clean fuel line, fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Vent
in gas cap plugged. Clean vent.
Water or dirt
in fuel system. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Dirty air cleaner. Clean air cleaner.
Carburetor out of adjustment. Adjust carburetor.
Engine overheats Engine oil level low. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Air flow restricted. Remove blower housing and clean.
Carburetor not adjusted properly. Adjust carburetor.
Occasional skip Spark plug gap too close. Adjust gap to .030".
(hesitates) at
high speed
Idles poorly Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too Reset gap to.030" or replace spark plug.
wide.
Carburetor improperly adjusted. Adjust carburetor.
Dirty air cleaner. Clean air cleaner.
Excessive Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
vibration Bent cutting blade. Replace blade.
Mower will not Engine speed too low. Set throttle between 3/4 and full throttle.
mulch grass Wet grass.
Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to
cut.
Excessively high grass. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again
at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath
(1 /2 width).
Dull blade. Sharpen or replace blade.
Uneven cut Wheels not positioned correctly. Place all four wheels
in same height position.
Dull blade. Sharpen or replace blade.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the adjustments listed above, contact y
ou r nearest authorized service dealer.
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