Manual

SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER
ReplacingRearFlap
• To remove rear flap, cut off the fiat end of the wire
rod which secures it to the deck. See Figure 14.
• Attach the new flap and new rod to deck, bending
the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck,
Handle
Bracket
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Door
H_andle
Bracket
Bear
Flap
Figure 14
DeckCare
NOTE: 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, bearings or the engine. The use of water will
shorten life of the mower and reduce its serviceability.
The underside of the mower deck should be
cleaned after each use to prevent a build-up of
grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this
debris is allowed to accumulate, it will inviterust
and corrosion, and may cause an uneven
discharge of grass clippings at the next cutting.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and
scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the
spark plug wire is disconnected).
Engine
A list of key maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
accompanying engine manual for detailed list and
instructions.
Change engine oil after the first five operating
hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter.
Always check oil level before starting engine_
Clean the engine periodically. Remove dirt and
debris with a cloth or brush. 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, bearings or
the engine. The use of water will shorten life of the
mower and reduce its serviceability.
• Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to .030" at
least once a season or every 50 hours of operation.
Spark plug replacement is recommended at the
start of each season. Refer to the engine manual
for correct spark plug type.
• Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark attesters
can create a fire hazard.
WARNING: Make sure to avoid muffler and
surrounding areas while the mower engine
is hot because temperature of these areas
of the engine may exceed 150 ° F.
Lubrication
(Refer to Lubrication Chart in Figure 15.)
WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn mower.
8lade Control
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control
handle and the brake cable at least once a season
with light oil. The blade control must operate freely
in both directions.
Rear& SideDischargeDoors
• The torsion springs and pivot points should be
lubricated periodically with light oil to prevent any
rust or binding. Door must work freely.
Wheels
• The wheels require no lubrication. However, if the
wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the
surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the
wheel with light oil. Engine oil may also be used,
Transmission
• The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at
the factory and does not require lubricationon a
regular basis as part of maintenance. However, if
you disassemble the transmission for any reason,
refill with two ounces of AIvania grease (part # 737-
0168) as part of reassembly.
Engine
• Follow engine manual for instruction and schedule
of lubrication.
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