contact w ithsparkplug.
o Remove engine oilcap;layasideon aclean
surface.
• Tiplawnmoweronitssideasshownand
drainoilintoa suitable container. R ocklawn
mowerbackandforthto remove anyoil
trapped insideofengine.
o Wipeoffanyspilled oilon lawnmower a nd
on sideof engine.
• Fill engine with oil. Fill only to the "FULL"
line on the dipstick. DO NOT overfi[l_
o Replace engine oil cap.
o Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
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AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly 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
- Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.
° Carefully remove cartridge,
° Clean by gently tapping on a flat
surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge°
CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, sT_ch as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean
cartridge. They may cause deterioration
of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do
not use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.
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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, keep
mower housing free of built-up grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your mower after
each use°
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 aqd wheels free of
all gasoline, oil,etc.
o 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.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a
season,
Scrape underside of cover with putty
knife or similar tool to remove any build-up of
trash or grass on underside of drive cover,
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