Ariens 96136000603-2009 Owner’s Manual

A149K21

Owner's Manual

435759 03.22.10 BY

• EspaSol, p. 18

Printed in U.S.A°

Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4

Product Specifications .............................. 4

Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 5

Operation ............................................... 6-9

Maintenance Schedule ........................... 10

Maintenance ...................................... 10-12

Service and Adjustments ........................ 13

Storage .............................................. 14-15

Troubleshooting ................................. 15-16

Repair Parts ....................................... 32-33

Warranty ................................................. 36

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.

ALook for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!t
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_, WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot come in contact
with plug.

•,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State

ofCatiforniato cause cancer andbirth defects
or other reproductive harm.

_&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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand,and follow all
instructionsonthe machine and inthe

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 dis-
charge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, tooper-

ate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

- Do not operate the mower when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Always

wear substantial foot wear.

• Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary, Always look down

and behind before and while moving

backwards.

• Never direct discharged material toward

anyone. Avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction. Material
may richochet back toward the opera-

tor. Stop the blade when crossing gravel

surfaces.

° Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety protective devices in place.

• See manufacturer's instructionsfor

proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.

• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning the
mower or unclogging the chute,

° Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until

the blade comes to complete stop before

removing grass catcher.

° Mow only in daylight or good artificial

2 light,

• Donotoperatethemachinewhileunder
theinfluenceofalcoholordrugs,

• Neveroperatemachineinwetgrass.
A_waysbesureofyourfooting:keepa

firm hold on the handle; walk, never run.

• Disengage the self-propelled mech-

anism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when operating

mower.

I!, SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
fall accidents which can result in severe

injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacfes.

DO NOT:

• Do not trimnear 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 sloping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

[s not alert to the presence of children,
Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last

saw them.

° Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.

• Before and while walking backwards,
look behind and down for small children.

• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind
comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
Use extreme care in handling gasoline.

Gasolineis extremelyflammable and the
vapors are explosive,

• Extinguishall cigarettes, cigars, pipes

and other sources of ignition.

• Use only an approved container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Allow engine to cool

before refueling.

° Never refuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel contain-

er where there is an open flame, spark
or pilotlightsuch as a water heater or

on other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on

a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground

away from your vehicle before tilting.

• Remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the

ground. If thisis not possible, then

refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline

dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim

of the fue! tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• if fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.

• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.

V. GENERAL SERVICE

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area,

• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running, Disconnect

the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices,
Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass,leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage, Allow machine to cool before
storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine is running.

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• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.

AWARNING; 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.
In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal taws apply on

federal lands.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.

• Do not change the engine governor set-

ting or overspeed the engine.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-

tion labels, as necessary.

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.5 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)

Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 10W-30 (below 32°F)

Spark Plug: Champion 8815 (Gap: .030")
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.

° The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower

housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.

Read these instructions and this manual in

its entirety before you attempt to assemble
or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower isshipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been assem-

bled at the factory with the exception of

those pans left unassembled for shipping

purposes. To ensure safe and proper
operationofyour lawn mower, all parts
and hardware you assemble must be tight-
ened securely. Use the correct tools as
necessary to ensure proper tightness. All
parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have
been placed in the parts bag.

TO REMOVEMOWER FROM CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with

mower.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton

and lay end panel down flat.

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 canon and

check carton thoroughly for additional
loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfoldhandle carefullyso
as not to pinchor damage controlcables.

1. Raise handlesuntillower handlesection

locks intoplace in mowingposition.

2. Remove protective padding, raise up-

per handle section into place on lower
handle and tighten both handle knobs.

3. Remove handle padding holding

operator presence controlbar to upper
handle.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted

for your mowing comfort. Refer to "AD-

JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual,

MOWING

contro} bar

UP handle

POSITION

Upper

Handle

knob

Lower handle

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.

Make sure the frame handle is outside

of the bag top,

2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.

NOTE: tfvinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes, tf

bag gets wet, let it drybefore using.

Frame

Vinyl Frame
bindings opening

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS

Yourlawn mower was shipped ready to be
used asa mulcher.Toconvertto bagging or
discharging,see 'q'O CONVERT MOWER"

in the Operation section of this manual.

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL 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.

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

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

Starter
handle Gasoline fiiler cap

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Operator presence control bar

Handle knob

Grass

Spark plug

catcher

Air filter

Engine oil Housing
with dipstick

Mulcher door

Wheeladjuster

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

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MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind powerlawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the

American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-

mission. _,WARNING: The blade turns when the engine is running.

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Mulcher door - allows conversion to

be held down to the handle to start the discharging or bagging operation.
engine, Release to stop the engine, Starter handle- used for starting engine.

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Theoperationofanylawn

mower can result in foreign
objects thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe

safety glasses or eye shields while oper-

ating your lawn mower or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend a

standard safetygtasses or widevision safety

mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED

Engine speed was set at the factory for
optimum performance, Itis not adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

_,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 bfade
turns when the engine is running.

• Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator presence control bar which

requires the operator to be positioned
behind the lawn mower handle to start

and operate the lawn mower.

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheelsfor lowcutand lowerwheels

for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
your requirements. Medium position is

best for most lawns.

• To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel

upor down tosuit your requirements. Be

sure all wheels are in the same setting.

NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when
plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-
position adjusters (ifsoequipped) allow lever
to be positioned between the plate tabs.

LEVERBACKWARD PJatetab
TOLOWERMOWER

eye damage. Always wear

• To convert to mulchingor discharging
operation, remove grass catcher and

close rear door.

)ins Rear Grass

catcher

handle

Catcherframehook
SIDE DISCHARGING

• Rear door must be closed.

• Open mulcher door and installdis-
charge deflector under door as shown.

• Mower isnow ready for discharging
operation.

= To convert to mulching or bagging opera-

tion, discharge deflector must be removed
and mulcher door must be closed.

SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN
CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER

FOR MULCHING-

1. Rear door closed.

2. Mulcher door closed.

FOR REAR BAGGING -

1. Grass catcher installed.

2. Mulcherdoor closed.

FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -

1. Rear door closed.

_1=Discharge deflector installed.

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower

without rear door closed,clipping deflector
or approved grass catcher in place. Never

attempt to operate the lawn mower with the
rear door removed or propped open.

LEVERFORWARDTO RAISEMOWER Lever

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging

or discharging:
REAR BAGGING

• Lift rear door of the lawn mower and
place the grass catcher frame hooks

onto the door pivot pins.

Open mulche_rdoor

Install

discharge

7 deflector

MOWER IS NOW READY FOR

DISCHARGING OPERATION

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

t. Lift up ongrass catcher using the

frame handle,

2, Remove grass catcher with clippings

from under lawn mower handle.

3. Empty clippings from bag.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty-

ing; itwill cause unnecessary wear.

IMPORTANT:

• Check oil level before each use. Add oil
if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season. You may
need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See 'q'O

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.

oil cap

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your tawnmower is shipped without oil in
the engine. For type and grade of oil to

use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance
section of this manual.

_, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler
on startup.

1. Be sure lawnmower is level.

2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.

3. You receive a container of oil with the
unit. Slowly pour the entire container

down the oil fill spout into the engine,

NOTE; initial oil fill requires only 18 oz.

due to residual oil in engine from the

manufacturers 100% quality testing.

When changing oil you may need 20 oz.

4. Insert and tighten dipstick.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tankfiller neck.
Do not overfill Usefresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimumof
87 octane. Do notmix oilwith gasoline.
Purchasefuel inquantities thatcan be
usedwithin 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oilor

fuel. Do not store, spi]{ oruse gasoline
near an open flame.

_]LCAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasoho[ or using ethanol or metha-
nol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system ofan engine while in storage. To

avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30
days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO STOP ENGINE

° To stop engine, release operator pres-

ence control bar.

TO START ENGINE

NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the
engine, a small amount of smoke may be
present during the initial use of the product

and should be considered normal.
NOTE: Your engine is equipped with an
automatic choke system. No priming or
choking is required before starting,

• To start engine, hold operator presence

control bar down to the handle and pull
starter handle quickly. Do not allow
starter rope to snap back.

MOWING TIPS

_t, CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher

blade attachmentson your mower. Such

attachments are hazardous, wilt damage
your mower and could void yourwarranty.

• Under certain conditions, such as very

ta[Igrass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cutto reduce pushingeffort
and tokeep from overloadingthe engine
and leaving clumpsof grass clippings.

It may alsobe necessary to reduce

ground speed andlor run the lawn
mower over the area a second time.

• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlappingpreviously
cut path and mow slowly.

• For better grass bagging and most cut-
ting conditions, the engine speed should
be set in the FAST position.

, Pores in cloth grass catcherscan

become filled with dirt and dust with use

and catchers will collect less grass. To

prevent this, regularly hose catcher off

with water and let dry before using.

° Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This wirl help engine air flow and extend
engine life.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housingfree of built-up

grass and trash. See "CLEANING" inthe
Maintenance section of this manual.

° The special mulching blade will recut

the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn theywill disperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to
provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recut-

ting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action. The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried, yet the newly cut area wilt not be
exposed to direct sunlight.

° For best results, adjust the lawn mower

cutting height sothat the lawn mower
cuts off only the top one-third of the

grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown
it will be necessary to raise the height of

cut to reducepushingeffort and to keep
from overloadingthe engine and leaving

clumpsof mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduceyourwidthof cut

byoverlappingpreviouslycut pathand

mow slowly.

° Certain types of grass and grass

conditions may require that an area be

mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing asec-

ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) to

the first cutpath.

• Change yourcutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week

then change to east to west the next
week. This will help prevent matting
and graining of the lawn.

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

Check for Loose Fasteners If

!AL CIean/Inspect Grass Catcher* I_

Check Tires ........If

W Check Drive wheels If

Clean Lawn Mower '';'***

M Clean under Drive Cover***

O Check Drive Belt /pulleys *** ".....

WE Check l Sharpen ......

R Lubrication

Clean and Recharge Battery ';*
Check Engine Oii level

_ Change Engine Oil

CIean Air Fitter

Inspect Muffler .....

N Replace Spark Plug

E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer

* (if so equipped)

** Electric-Start mowers

*** Power-Propelled mowers

**** Use a scraper

to clean under deck

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Replace BIade

1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.

2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions,

3 - Replace bIades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of seasoe,
5 - And after each 5 hours of use.

BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY

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USE USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain unit as instructedin this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to propedy maintain your unit.

At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

• At least once a year, replace the spark
plug, clean or replace air filter element
and check blade for wear. A new spark
plug and clean/new air filter element
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.

• Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check for loosefasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated
(See "LUBRICATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

adjuster (on
each wheel)

Engine oil

door hinge

(_ Rear door

(_) Handle bracket mounting pins

_ Spray lubricant

See "ENGINE" In Maintenance section,

IMPORTANT; Do not oil or grease plastic
wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will

attract dustanddirtthatwill shorten the lifeof
the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they

must belubricated, use onlyadry, powdered

0graphite type lubricantsparingly,

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Wheel

Mulcher

hinge

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance.

TIRES

° Keep tiresfree of gasoline, oit, or insect

control chemicals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may

cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE
Forbest results, mower blade mustbe kept

sharp, Replace bent or damaged blades.

CAUTION: Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of

your mower. Usinga biade not approved
by the manufacturer of your mower is

hazardous, could damage your mower and

void your warranty.
TO REMOVE BLADE

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
piug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug,

2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up,

3. Use a wood block between blade and

mower housing to prevent blade from

turning when removing blade bolt.

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.
4, Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

clockwise,

5. Remove blade and attaching hardware
(bolt,Iockwasherand hardenedwasher).

TO REPLACE BLADE

1. Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.

2. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (oppo-
sitesharp edge) is uptoward the engine.

3. Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer into

blade adapter and crankshaft.

4. Use block of wood between blade and
lawnmower housing and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is

35-40 ft. Ibs.

B]adeadapter Key Crankshaft

keyway

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IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approved boit shown in the Repair Parts
section of this manual.

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp-
ening the blade - but if you do, be sure

the blade is balanced. An unbalanced

blade will cause eventual damage to lawn
mower or engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel, Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower,

• To check blade balance, drive a nail into
a beam or wall. Leave about one inchof

the straight nail exposed, Place center
hole of blade over the head of thenail,

If blade is balanced, it should remain in
a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.

GRASS CATCHER

° The grass catcher may be hosed with

water, but must be dry when used,

• Check your grass catcher often for dam-
age or deterioration. Through normal
use itwill wear. Ifcatcher needs replac-
ing, replace only with approved replace-
ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts

section of this manual. Give the lawn

mower model number when ordering.

ENGINE
LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SJ-SL

Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade according

to your expected operating temperature.

SAEVISCOSITYGRADES

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Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or at leastonce a year if the
lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in

one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use, Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to
drain oil, empty fuel tank by running en-
gine until fuel tank is empty.