DRIVE ADJUSTMENT
Note: The drive system consists of pulleys, a belt, and a cable linking the transmission to the drive
handle. As these components wear, adjustment may be needed. To adjust the drive linkage perform
thefollowing:
•
Loosen the locking nut with a wrench (not supplied).
•
Hold the upper bolt and turn the stop nut clockwise to shorten the cable, counterclockwise to lengthen
the cable.
•
Start the mower to test the function of the drive control handle and tighten the locking nut once self-
propel can engage.
Note: The cable must be loose with the self-propel drive bar in the released position; otherwise, the
machine may creep when the drive control handle is disengaged.
Note: Self-propelled speed can change on slopes
Note: After releasing the drive control, if the mower will not roll backwards, push the mower forward
slightly to disengage the drive wheels.
TO CLEAN A FLOODED ENGINE
NOTE: If the engine won't start after you have pulled the engine start rope several times, the engine
may be flooded with excess fuel. Use following procedure to clear and start a flooded engine.
1. Release the Engine On/Off Control Bar to stop engine.
2. Remove the spark plug, dry it, and then re-install it.
(1) Remove the spark plug cover (see Fig. 19).
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OPERATION
upper bolt
locking nut
Self-propel cable
tension kit
Fig. 19
17
stop nut