4
Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
4.
Grasp the starter handle as shown and pull slowly
until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to start engine
and avoid kickback. Return it slowly to the rope guide.
WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop
completely before performing any work
on the mower or to remove the grass
catcher.
To Stop Engine
1.
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.
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2
. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as
instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
UsingYour Lawn Mower
Figure 4-2
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.
WARNING
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.
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 restarting
and operating the mower. Extensive
vibration of the mower during opera-
tion is an indication of damage. The
unit should be promptly inspected and
repaired.
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Operating Tips
To engage the drive, squeeze the drive control handle
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the lawn
mower while starting
engine or operating
mower. Never run
Figure 4-3
General Recommendations
1.
2.
Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
2
. For best results do not cut wet grass.
3.
4.
5.
New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a
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.
narrower cut.
engine indoors or
For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-third
of the total length of the grass.
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.
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
3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
6. inches, mulching is not recommended. Mow using
the side discharge to reduce the grass height to 3-1/4
inches or less before mulching.
4. sAellaasdojnu.stments should be checked at least once each
5.
Periodicallyare tight. check all fasteners and make sure these
NOTE: To operate your unit using the grass catcher,
mulcher or optional side discharge refer to page 7.
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