AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run property
and may
be damaged
by using a dirty air filter.
Replace
the air filter every year, more
often if you mow in very dusty, dirty
conditions. Do not wash air filter.
TO CHANGE
AIR FILTER
• Remove
the air 1ilter by turning
counter-
clockwise
to the stop and pull away
from collar.
• Remove
tilter from inside of cover.
• Clean the inside of the cover and the
collar to remove
any dirt accumulation.
• Insert new tilter into cover.
• Put air filter cover and filter into collar
aligning
the tab with the slot.
• Push in on cover and turn clockwise
to
tighten.
Collar
Turn
counter-
clockwise
to
remove
Stot
Air filter
Tu rn
clockwise
to tighten
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK
PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make
your engine start easier and run better. Set
spark plug gap at .030 inch.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT:
For best performance,
kiip
mower housing free of built-grass and trash.
Clean the underside of your mower after
each use.
_I, CAUTION:
Disconnect
spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where
it
cannot
come in contact
with the spark
plug.
• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air
filter and carburetor are up. Clean the
underside of your lawn mower by scraping
to remove build-up of grass and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating.
A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of
all gasoline, oil,etc.
• We do not recommend
using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened
engine life.
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