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Maintaining 
Your Lawn 
Mower
WARNING
Always stop engine, 
disconnect spark 
plug, and ground 
against engine before 
cleaning, lubricating 
or doing any kind of 
maintenance on your 
machine.
We do not recommend 
the use of pressure 
washers or garden 
hose to clean your 
unit. These may cause 
damage to electric 
components, spindles, 
pulleys, bearings, or 
the engine. The use 
of water will result in 
shortened life and 
reduce serviceability.
Figure 5-1
Figure 5-2
General Recommendations
1.  Always observe safety rules when performing  
any maintenance.
2.  The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover 
items that have been subjected to operator abuse 
or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, 
operator must maintain the lawn mower as  
instructed here.
3.  Changing of engine-governed speed will void  
engine warranty. 
4.  All adjustments should be checked at least once 
each season.
5.  Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these 
are tight.
WARNING: Always stop engine, 
disconnect spark plug, and ground 
against engine before cleaning, 
lubricating or doing any kind of 
maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
1.  Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least 
once a season with light oil. The blade control must 
operate freely in both directions. See Figure 5-1.
2.  Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with 
light oil (or motor oil). If  wheels are removed for any 
reason, lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner 
surface of the wheel with light oil. See Figure 5-1.
3.  Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the rear 
discharge door periodically with light oil to prevent 
rust. See Figure 5-1. 
4.  The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the 
factory and does not require lubrication.
5.  Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrica-
tion schedule and instruction for engine lubrication.
Deck Care
 
1.  Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from lawn 
mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
2.  Tip mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the 
side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold mower firmly.
WARNING: 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.
3.  Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a 
suitable tool. Do not spray with water. 
4.  Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If 
you had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make 
sure to remove it now.
Engine Care
1.  Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual.
2.  Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal 
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely 
dusty conditions. Refer to engine manual.
3.  Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. 
Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap 
specifications.
4.  Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the 
cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit 
proper air circulation. Remove all grass, dirt and 
combustible debris from muffler area.
Replacing Rear Flap 
1.  To remove rear flap, lift rear door, and press flap in on 
either side to remove from hole. See Figure 5-2. 
2.  Remove flap from opposite hole and replace with new 
flap in the opposite order and manner of removal.
*Shown w/ Optional Electric 
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