Yard-Man 829 Manuel D’Utilisation

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, bear-
ings, or the engine. The 
use of water will result in 
shortened life and reduce 
serviceability.

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.

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 10.

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 axle and inner surface 
of the wheel with light oil. See Figure 10.

3.  Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the rear 

discharge door and side mulch plug periodically with 
light oil to prevent rust. See Figure 10. 

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.

 

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.

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.

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.

1.  To replace rear flap, lift up rear door.
2.  Remove two self-tapping screws which secure rear 

flap to the deck. See Figure 11. 

Replace with new flap and secure to deck with the two 
self-tapping screws removed earlier.

Lubricate these 

points before 

reassembly.

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