Push Lawn Mower Operator's Manual

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Electric Start Ignition Switch
(If Equipped)
If your mower is equipped with an electric starter, the
ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle
panel. It is used only for the electric starter. See Figure
17.
Figure 17
SECTION 6: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or
when engine is running or hot. Do not
smoke when filling up the fuel tank.
• Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your mower. Read the instructions carefully.
Before Starting Mower
Electric Start Units Only (If Equipped)
WARNING: The battery contains corrosive
fluid and toxic material—HANDLE WITH
CARE. Keep away from children. Do not
puncture, disassemble, mutilate or
incinerate the battery. Explosive gases
could be vented during charging or
discharging. Use in a well ventilated area,
away from sources of ignition.
IMPORTANT: Use only the battery charger supplied with
this mower.
Charging the Battery:
• Remove the protective cap from the end of the
battery pack lead. Always plug charger lead into
battery pack lead first, and then insert battery
charger plug into 120 volt standard household
outlet. See Figure 18. Follow this order of action
every time you charge the battery.
• Charge battery for 16 hours before initial use. Do
not charge longer than 20 hours.
• After charging, disconnect battery charger plug
from household outlet first, then disconnect charger
lead from battery pack lead.
Figure 18
WARNING: Do not remove the battery
pack from the handle panel for any reason
other than replacement. When replacing
the battery pack, refer to the instructions
in the Service & Adjustments section.
All Units:
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over
the metal tip on the spark plug.
• Check the drive clutch control for proper
adjustment. If the mower does not propel itself or
the drive wheels hesitate with the drive clutch
engaged, perform the drive clutch control
adjustment as instructed on page 16 of this manual.
Ignition
Switch
Electric Start Units Only (Optional)
Protective cap
Battery
pack
lead