OWNER'S GUIDE Model Series 370 - 389 Rotary Mowers IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This und is equipped with an internal combustionengine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meeting applicable local cr state laws (it any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective workingorder by the operator.
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAF E OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGEr THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE Y3UR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING. & DANGER: manual.
, Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, never run. if you feel you are losing your footing, RELEASE THE BLADE CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATLEY and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds. • Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge. • Do not mow on wet grass. cause slipping. Reduced footing could 3.
worn). Replace with blade which meet.' original equipment specifications listed in this manuEL • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in sale working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check th.
SECTION 3: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this mower, please call the Customer Support Department. You can reach them by calling: 1-800-800-7310 Before you call, make sure that you have bolh your model and serial number ready. By having the model and serial number ready, you help the Customer Support Representative give you faster service.
SECTION 5: SET-UP INSTRUCI"IONS This guide covers models 370 - 379 single speed self propelled mowers and 380 - 389 six speed self propelled mowers. Much of this guide pertains to both models. However, there are some areas where only one, model is covered. Use only the information that is appropriate for your model. ITEMS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Pair of Pliers (Not necessary, but helpful, • Motor Oil • Fresh Gasoline IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WlTHO JT GASOLINE or OILin the engine.
Step 3, Tighten wing nuts. Step 4. Raise complete handle assembly until it clicks into place. Make sure not to kink the control cables. Handle Assembly HERE Step 5. Pinch lower handle against mounting bracket with pliers. Step 6. Move hairpin clip from outer to inner hole on handle mounting bracket. Step 7. Attach control cables to handle with pull ties found on the handle. PINCH HERE Step 8. Loosen the wing nut holding the rope guide to the upper handle. Step 9.
SECTION 6: CONTROLS Control Handle Recoil Starter Drive Clutch Control 'ottle Control g Height Adjustment Lever All Models Models 380 - 389 Figure 5 BLADE CONTROLHANDLE The blade control handle is located on the ul)per handle of the mower. See Figure 5. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to start and operete the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade. blade will be rotating whenever _ngineis is WARNING: The blade controlthe har_dle a running.
NOTE: Only move the shift lever when the engine is running. off can cause damage to the mower. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Changing the shift lever setting with the engine LEVER The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, pull the lever out and away from the mower and then move it forward or back for a new cutting height. See Figure 6. LOWER Lever Figure 6 NOTE: For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment scalping.
EACH TIME BEFORE YOU START YOIIR MOWER • Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. I_lake certain the metal cap on the end of lhe spark plug wire is fastened securely over the metal tip on tt _espark plug. • Check for proper drive clutch operation using the NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT TEST. TEST To perform the NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT TES F answer the following questions. • With the drive clutch control released, pLsh mower forward and pull it backward.
BAGGING GRASS CLIPPINGS This mower can bag grass clippings. Step 1. EMPTYING Follow steps 1 and 2 to ready the mower for bagging, Remove mulching plug, if installed. Step 2. Hang grass bag on mower. HERE / A FULL BAG OF GRASS Once the grass bag is full it will need to be emptied, follow steps 3 and 4 to empty the grass bag. Step 3. Lift bag up and away from mower. Dump the grass clippings. Lift flap and pull/!bag away from mower. Step 4. / \ J 11
MULCHING GRASS CLIPPINGS This mower can also mulch grass clippings. F(,llow step 1 to ready this mower for mulching. S_pl. Mulching plug top and bottom view. This side up Lilt rear flap, remove grass bag, if installed, and insert mulching plug. This side down SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS disconnecting wire.
• Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes in the weld pins and attach the starter rope as instructed in the SetUp Instructions. THROTTLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT Lever Clamp On Engine I Figure 8 If the throttle control requires adjustment or if it has been replaced, adjust the throttle control as follows. • Remove the screw shown in Figure 8. Remove the cable clamp from the cable. • Push the throttle control lever on the handle all the way forward as far as it will go, then back it off one "click".
SECTION 9: LUBRICATION any kind of workAlways on the stop lawnengine mower.aid disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing WARNING: Elade Control LUBRICATE. Wheels \ Engine \ SEE ENGINE MANUAL Figure 10 Blade Control: Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil. See Figure 10. The blace control must operate freely in both directions.
• Cleanthe engineregularlywitha clothor brush, Keep the cooling syslem (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt and combustible debris from muffler area, DECK The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Refer to the trouble shooting section of this mEnual for helpful inlormation. SHIFT LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMEN'I" (Models 380 - 389 Only) Periodic adjustment of the six speed shift cable may be required due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment is needed if all six speeds do not work. The adjustable cable bracket is located on th(. left side of the mower, beside the engine. Follow steps 1 through 7 to adjust the shift lever• Step 1. Start engine, Step 2.
DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT If you need to replace a worn or broken drive belt, follow steps t through 22. Step 1. Disconnect the spark plug and ground it. Step 2. Drain the fuel tank. Step 3, Remove rear hub caps and wheels. Step 4. Remove eight phillips head screws. (Behind Wheel 3 Tip mower back on its handle and block securely. Step 10. Loosen hex lock nut holding idler bearing. Step 11. Push back and rotate bet keeper. Step 6. Remove blade and blade adapter. Step 12.
Step 14. Replace large baffle. Step 17. Step 15. Replace small baffle and three h,._xhead screws holding it in place. Replace the eight phillips head screws that hold the large baffle in place. Step 18. Replace the rear wheels, rear wheel gears and hub caps. The gears need to be put on in the right way for the self propelled mechanism to work. Check the installation of the gear by spinning the wheel. It should spin freely in one direction but not the other.
SECTION 12: TROUBLE [Trouble SHOOTING Possible GUIDE Cause(s) Corrective Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Throttle control lever net in correct starting position. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. Engine fails to start Action Engage _1 handle. Connect wire to spark plug. Move throttle lever to FAST or START position. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clean fuel line.
SECTION 13: Assorted Parts List 2 3 10 Description Models 370-379 Models 380-389 Grass Bag Kit 190-119-000 190-119-000 Trailing Shield 731-1236 731-1236 Trailing Shield Wi re 732-0700 i732-0700 Wheels 634-0020 734-1790 (Front) Hub Caps 720-0249 731-1426 Blade 742-0741 (Mulch) 742-0741 (Mulch) 742-0641 (Std.) Mulch Plug Mulch Kit 731-1685 742-0641 (Std.
