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WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. 1. 2. 1 2 3 Figure 3-6 Controls and Features 4 11 Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade. WARNING: This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. Cutting Height Adjustment Levers One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to be at the same relative position to ensure a uniform cut. Mulch Plug The mulch plug is used for mulching purposes. This process recirculates the clippings back to the lawn. Do not operate the mower if the mulching plug is not firmly situated on the unit. Figure 4-1 Blade Control Choke Control Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (one at each wheel) Mulch Plug Side Discharge Chute Side Discharge Chute Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the Assembly & Set-Up section to attach the side discharge chute. Warning : Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label on the unit. Choke Control The choke control is located on the left side of the handle and when activated, closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine. Pull the choke control to activate the choke on the engine. Use of the choke may not be necessary if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high. Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. Operation 5 12 1 3 4 2 Figure 5-1 Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower. Pull out the choke knob located on the left side of the upper handle. See Fig. 5-1. NOTE: Use of the choke may not be necessary if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high. 2. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle. 3. Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback, and start the engine. Repeat if necessary. See Fig. 5-1. NOTE: Do not allow the recoil starter to snap back against the rope guide. 4. When engine warms up, push in the choke knob. Stopping Engine Release blade control to stop the engine and blade. WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing any work on the mower or to remove the side discharge chute. Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and repair damage before restarting and operating. Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired. 1. 1. Using as Mulcher For mulching grass, remove the side discharge chute from the mower. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not recommended. Use the grass catcher (sold separately) to bag clippings instead. WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 13 Maintenance General Recommendations Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here. Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. All adjustments should be checked at least once each season. Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight. WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. Lubrication Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Fig. 6-1. • • • • • 1...