ECONOMY PUSH ROTARY Lawn Mower WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules ......................................... 2 Assembly .............................................. 9 Operation.............................................. 15 Maintenance ......................................... 18 Service and Adjustments...................... 20 Storage ................................................. 21 Troubleshooting ....................................
• Never refuel the machine indoors. • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark mower. or pilot light such as a water heater or on other appliances. II. SLOPE OPERATION • Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on Slopes are a major factor related to slip & a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. fall accidents which can result in severe inAlways place containers on the ground jury.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. They have competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
NOTE: Depending upon the features on the lawn mower model you purchased, all the parts shown may not be included with your mower. For ease of assembly, aside of your work area, lay out all hardware in the groups shown. Each step of the assembly instructions will identify the group needed for that step.
ASSEMBLY LOCATION PARTS BAG CONTENTS GROUP “A” For models with Bolt-on lower handle only LOWER HANDLE TO MOWER DECK (4) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 3/4 (4) Washers 7/8" Dia.
ASSEMBLY LOCATION PARTS BAG CONTENTS (continued) GROUP "C" For models with bolt-on wheels only WHEELS TO MOWER HOUSING (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (2 or 4) Washers 1-1/4" Dia. (4) Spacers For models with "Quick Adjust" wheel height adjusters only (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (4) Retainer Springs (4) Flanged Locknuts 3/8-16 GROUP "D" GUARD TO MOWER HOUSING (Side Discharge models only) (4) Washers 1" Dia.
ASSEMBLY LOCATION PARTS BAG CONTENTS (continued) GROUP "E" REMOTE THROTTLE CONTROL (If equipped) TO ENGINE (1) Diecast Clamp with #10 x 5/8 Hex Head Screw (For Briggs Quantum Engines) NOTE: Tecumseh engines have clamp and screw preassembled to engine.
ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Do not operate this mower without the discharge guard or an entire approved grass catcher in place. These guards are for your protection and are required by the American National Standards Institute and Consumer Products Safety Commission. CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
ASSEMBLE UPSTOP BRACKET (SEE ILLUSTRATION ABOVE) • Position upstop bracket over hole inside the left side of upper handle and install upstop bracket screw #10-24 x 1/2. Tighten securely. ASSEMBLE ADJUSTERS TO DECK • Position appropriate adjuster at each corner of mower. • Install each adjuster with adjuster bolt and tab in deck holes as shown and secure with 1-1/4" diam. washer (if supplied) and 3/8-16 locknut. Tighten all adjusters securely.
MODELS WITH SPRING LOADED DISCHARGE GUARD: • Place discharge guard on top of lawn mower discharge opening. • Install two (2) hex self-tapping screws through housing and into guard mounting bracket or, install two (2) 1/4-20 locknuts (If equipped). Tighten securely. INSTALL DISCHARGE GUARD (SIDE DISCHARGE MODELS ONLY) (USE HARDWARE GROUP “D”) If your mower is a rear discharge mower, go on to “INSTALL CONTROL BAR”.
ASSEMBLE REMOTE THROTTLE CONTROL TO ENGINE (ON MODELS SO EQUIPPED) Speed lever (USE HARDWARE GROUP “E”) NOTE: If your lawn mower does not have a remote throttle control, go on to “ASSEMBLE ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE TO ENGINE”. • First, move lever on remote throttle control to the CHOKE (if equipped) or FAST/START position.
ASSEMBLE ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE TO ENGINE (NO HARDWARE REQUIRED) Follow the appropriate instructions below for the brand or type of engine on your mower. MODELS WITH BRIGGS & STRATTON CLASSIC OR SPRINT ENGINE Cable attaches under brake arm cover, which is opposite spark plug end of engine. • Straighten cable and find the end with the small plastic fitting. • Hook the “Z” bend fitting on inner wire of cable into hole in brake arm of engine.
ASSEMBLE CABLE(S) TO UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLE ROPE GUIDE (USE HARDWARE GROUP “F”) • Assemble cable(s) to opposite side of upstop bracket. • Be sure to route cable(s) underneath crossbar of lower handle. • Position throttle control (if equipped) on outside of handle and zone control square fitting on the inside. • Secure to handle with the 1/4-20 machine screw or hex bolt supplied and locknut (if required) as shown. Tighten securely. • Secure cable(s) to crossbar and lower handle with cable tie(s) as needed.
OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL MODELS WITH REMOTE THROTTLE Engine speed is controlled by the throttle control located on the upper handle.
OPERATOR PRESENCE ENGINE CONTROL BAR Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence engine control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle in order to start and operate the lawn mower. CAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control. The blade turns when the engine is running.
TO START ENGINE MOWING TIPS CAUTION: The mower blade rotates whenever the engine is running. • Move engine speed control to FAST position or to CHOKE/START position on models equipped with choke feature. • If your mower has a primer, to start a cold engine, push primer the number of times as instructed in the engine manual packed with your mower. Use a firm push. This step is not usually necessary when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE AFTER EACH USE EVERY 10 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS OR SEASON EVERY 100 HOURS BEFORE STORAGE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Empty fuel syste
LAWN MOWER • Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer into blade adapter and Always observe safety rules when performcrankshaft in exact order as shown. ing any maintenance. • Position block of wood between blade TIRES and mower housing. • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect • Tighten blade bolt securely. Recomcontrol chemicals which can harm rubber. mended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. lbs. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
SPARK PLUG Change the spark plug once a year to make the engine run better and easier to start. Set spark plug gap according to engine manual specifications. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (SEE ENGINE MANUAL) • Be sure mower is on a level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. • For engines without dipstick, remove bottom oil drain plug.
STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. LAWN MOWER ENGINE When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
• Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) - See appropriate section in this manual unless directed to an authorized service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Starter rope hard to pull 1. Engine flywheel brake is on 1. Depress control bar to when control bar is released. upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact a qualified service center. 3. Blade adapter broken. 3. Replace blade adapter. 4. Blade dragging in grass. 4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface.