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55B21HV

Owner’s Manual

532 18 63-04 Rev. 4 03.17.04 BY

Printed in U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

DO NOT:

•Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance.

•Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

•Do not mow on wet grass.Reduced footing could cause slipping.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar		III. CHILDREN
	with the instructions, to operate the machine.	Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
•	Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,	Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
•	Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,	the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
	bones, sticks, etc., which could be picked up and thrown	the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
	by the blade.	children will remain where you last saw them.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow-		• Keep children out of the trimming area and under the
	ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.	watchful care of another responsible adult.
• Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing		• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the
	open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.	area.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely nec-		• Before and while walking backwards, look behind and
	essary. Always look down and behind before and while	down for small children.
	moving backwards.	• Never allow children to operate the machine.
•	Do not operate the mower without proper guards,	• Never allow children to operate the machine.
•	Do not operate the mower without proper guards,	• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
	plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices	• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
	plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices	trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
	in place.	trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
	in place.

• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation		IV. SERVICE
	and installation of accessories. Only use accessories	• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
	approved by the manufacturer.	• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
	approved by the manufacturer.	They are ﬂ ammable and vapors are explosive.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks,		They are ﬂ ammable and vapors are explosive.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks,		- Use only an approved container.
	or roads.	- Use only an approved container.
	or roads.	- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equip-		- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equip-		engine running. Allow engine to cool before
	ment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the	refueling. Do not smoke.
	chute.	- Never refuel the machine indoors.
•	Shuttheengine(motor)offandwaituntilthebladecomes	- Never store the machine or fuel container inside
•	Shuttheengine(motor)offandwaituntilthebladecomes	where there is an open ﬂ ame, such as a water
	to complete stop before removing grass catcher.	where there is an open ﬂ ame, such as a water
	to complete stop before removing grass catcher.	heater.
• Mow only in daylight or good artiﬁ cial light.		heater.
• Mow only in daylight or good artiﬁ cial light.		• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂ uence		• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂ uence		• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
	of alcohol or drugs.	• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
	of alcohol or drugs.	(motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
		(motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
•	Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of	keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental
	your footing: keep a ﬁ rm hold on the handle and walk;	starting.
	never run.	• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement
		• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement
• Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch		bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
	on mowers so equipped before starting the engine (mo-	• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
	tor).	• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
	tor).	operation regularly.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,		operation regularly.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,		• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
	stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the	• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
	stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the	build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to
	cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.	build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to
	cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.	cool before storing.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side		cool before storing.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side		• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
	shields when operating mower.	• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
	shields when operating mower.	Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
		Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
II. SLOPE OPERATION		• Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents		the engine (motor) is running.
		• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra		• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra		age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.		age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.		parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
		parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
DO:		components and replace with manufacturer’s recom-
• Mow across the face of slopes:never up and down. Exer-		mended parts, when necessary.
• Mow across the face of slopes:never up and down. Exer-
	cise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.	• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.		or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.		them.
•	Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide	them.
•	Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide	• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
	obstacles.	• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
	obstacles.	the engine.
	2	the engine.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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 problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this lawn mower.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

SERIAL

NUMBER: _________________________________

DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERSWILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHEDTOTHE REAR OFTHE LAWN MOWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

WARNING:Battery posts,terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

CAUTION: Mufﬂer and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped.To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity	1.0 Quarts
and Type:	(Unleaded Regular Only)

Oil Type (API-SF-SJ):	SAE 10W-30

Oil Capacity:	18.5 Ounces

Spark Plug:	NGK BPR6ES (Gap: .030")

Valve Clearance:	Intake: 0.015 mm
(± 0.04 mm)	Exhaust: 0.020 mm

Blade Bolt Torque:	36-44 ft. lbs. (49-60 N-m)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower.

•Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .........................................................	2-3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.......................................	3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES.................................	3
ASSEMBLY .................................................................	4-5
OPERATION .............................................................	6-11
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......................................	12

MAINTENANCE......................................................	12-14
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................	14-16
STORAGE ...............................................................	16-17
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................	18
REPAIR PARTS.......................................................	19-23
WARRANTY.................................................................	24

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower.

IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE.

Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON

1.Remove loose parts included with mower.

2.Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel down ﬂ at.

3.Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle.

4.Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thorougly for additional loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Figs. 1 and 2)

IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

1.Raise lower handle to operating position and align hole in handle with one of the height positioning holes in the handle bracket.

2.Insert handle bolt through handle and bracket and secure with knob.

3.Repeat for opposite side of handle.

4.Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs.

5.Remove packing material from around control bar.

Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to“ADJUST HANDLE”in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROL BAR

UPPER HANDLE

LOWER HANDLE	LIFT UP

LIFT

MOWING

POSITION

FIG. 1

BOLT

KNOB

HANDLE

BRACKET

FIG. 2

ASSEMBLY

	TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
	(See Figs. 3 and 4)
	1. Slide grass catcher bag over the frame. Make sure	DOOR
	the rear handle is on top (the same side as the front	DOOR
	handle) and the strap is on the bottom.
	2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.	GRASS
	NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water	GRASS
		CATCHER
	for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using.	FRAME
	3. Close grass catcher door.
	NOTE: When fully closed, door will “snap” shut over frame	VINYL
	and vinyl bindings.	VINYL
		BINDINGS
	REAR
	HANDLE	BAG
		BAG

FIG. 4

STRAP

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert mower to bagging or discharging, see “TO CONVERT MOWER” in the Operation section of this manual.

FRONT

HANDLE

DOOR

FIG. 3

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER.

Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

DRIVE CONTROL LEVER

THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL

HANDLE

KNOB

GRASS

CATCHER

ENGINE OIL CAP

WITH DIPSTICK

MULCHER DOOR

IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

BLADE / BRAKE CONTROL

STARTER HANDLE

DRIVE COVER

GASOLINE FILLER CAP

FUEL VALVE LEVER

AIR FILTER

DUAL POINT HEIGHT

ADJUSTER LEVER

MUFFLER HOUSING

MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

	OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - must be	BLADE / BRAKE CONTROL – used to engage the
	held down to the handle to start the blade. Release to	blade after the engine is started.
	stop the blade.	STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine.
	THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL – used for starting	DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power-pro-
	and stopping the engine; and allows you to select either	DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power-pro-
	and stopping the engine; and allows you to select either	pelled forward motion lawn mower.
	FAST or SLOW engine speed.	pelled forward motion lawn mower.
	FAST or SLOW engine speed.	DUAL POINT HEIGHT ADJUSTER – used to adjust cutting
	MULCHER DOOR - allows conversion to discharge or	DUAL POINT HEIGHT ADJUSTER – used to adjust cutting
	MULCHER DOOR - allows conversion to discharge or	6 height of lawn mower.
	bagging operation.	6 height of lawn mower.

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 over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL (See Fig. 5)

The engine is controlled by a throttle control located on the side of the upper handle. Choke position is for starting a cold engine; fast position is for starting a warm engine, normal cutting, trimming and better grass bagging; SLOW position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy, and STOP position is for stopping the engine.

FAST SLOW

STOP

CHOKE

FIG. 5

BLADE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

CAUTION: When the blade control is engaged, the blade turns. When the blade control is disengaged, the blade stops.

•Your lawn mower has a blade/brake clutch fastened to the engine crankshaft, which starts or stops the blade. To start the blade, hold the operator presence control bar down to the handle and push the blade/brake control lever forward until it latches. To stop the blade, release the operator presence control bar.

Do not start the blade in deep, uncut grass. Move lawn mower out of uncut grass before starting blade.

CAUTION: Federal regulations require this blade/brake control to minimize the riskofbladecontactinjury. Donotunder anycircumstancesattempttodefeatthe function of this control.

OPERATOR PRESENCE	BLADE / BRAKE
CONTROL BAR	CONTROL LEVER
TO
ENGAGE	BLADE
BLADE	DISENGAGED

FIG. 6

DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 7)

•Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pulling the drive control lever rearward to the handle. The farther toward the handle the lever is pulled, the faster the unit will travel.

•Forward motion will stop when either the operator presence control bar or drive control lever are released. To stop forward motion without stopping blade, release the drive control lever only. Hold operator presence control bar down against handle to continue mowing without self-propelling.

NOTE: If after releasing the drive control the mower will not roll backwards, push the mower forward slightly to disengage drive wheels.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR
		DRIVE
		CONTROL
		LEVER
ADJUSTMENT	TO ENGAGE	DRIVE
BUTTON (ON	DRIVE	CONTROL
UNDERSIDE)	CONTROL	DISENGAGED

FIG. 7

DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 7)

Over time, the drive control system may become “loose”, resulting in decreased speed. There is a button on the underside of the drive control housing to increase tension on the drive cable. Proceed as follows:

1.Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.

2.Pull out button on underside of drive control, then push it back in.

3.Operate mower to test drive speed. If there is no increase, your drive belt is worn and should be replaced.

OPERATION

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8)

Both front wheels are adjusted by a single lever on the left front wheel. Likewise, both rear wheels are adjusted by a single lever on the left rear wheel.

•Pull adjuster lever toward wheel.To raise mower, move lever forward to desired position.To lower mower, move the lever toward the rear.

Be sure to adjust both front and rear wheels to the same height.

HEIGHT ADJUSTER LEVER

LEVER BACKWARD

TO LOWER MOWER

LEVER FORWARD

TO RAISE MOWER

FIG. 8

TO CONVERT MOWER (See Figs. 9 thru 11)

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to rear bagging or side discharging:

REAR BAGGING

•Remove knob securing mulcher door to lawn mower housing.

•Open mulcher door and insert tabs of discharge chute into hinge bracket opening and position rear of chute over threaded stud.

DISCHARGE CHUTE TABS

HINGE BRACKET

MULCHER DOOR

FIG. 9

•Secure rear of discharge chute to lawn mower housing with knob.

•Place rear handle of grass catcher on the crossbar of the lawn mower's lower handle as shown.

•Lift the round door of the discharge chute and place the grass catcher into place on the discharge chute.

NOTE: Be sure round door of discharge chute rests on grass catcher as shown.

•Mower is now ready for rear bagging operation.

•To convert to mulching operation, remove grass catcher and discharge chute. Secure mulcher door to mower housing with knob.

•To convert to side discharging operation, remove grass catcher and discharge chute. Install side discharge deﬂ ector and secure it to lawn mower housing with knob.

REAR HANDLE

CROSSBAR

GRASS

CATCHER

ROUND

DOOR

KNOB

DISCHARGE

CHUTE

THREADED

STUD

MULCHER

DOOR

FIG. 10

SIDE DISCHARGING

•Grass catcher and discharge chute must be removed.

•Open mulcher door and install front of side discharge deﬂ ector beneath it as shown.

•Secure rear of side discharge deﬂ ector to lawn mower housing with knob.

•Mower is now ready for side discharging operation.

•To convert to mulching operation, side discharge de- ﬂ ector must be removed and mulcher door secured to mower housing with knob.

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