Ariens A149K21 (96136001100), 96136001100 Owner’s Manual

A149K21

(96136300)

Owner's Manual

431614 Rev 3 03.31.10 BY

• EspaSol, p 18
Printed in USA

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.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!t
YOUR SAFETY ]S 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 certainvehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known tothe State

ofCalifornia to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.

-o-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.

A 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
instructions onthe machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Bethoroughly

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, to oper-
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 instructions for

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.

• Never operate machine in wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a
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.

• Ifthe 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.

II, SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip&

fall accidents whichcan result in severe

injury.All slopes requireextra caution, if

you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

DO:

° Mow acrossthe face of slopes: never

upand 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 obstacles.

DO NOT:

o Do not trimnear drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operatorcouldlose

footing or balance.

° Do not trimexcessively steep slopes.
° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.

III, CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is 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.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all 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 pilot lightsuch as a water heater or
on other appliances.

• Never fill containers insidea vehicle, on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.

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

ground. Ifthis is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzte.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at

all times until fueling iscomplete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.

° Iffuel 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
otherdebris 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 whUethe 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.

_kWARNING.* 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 aspark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). Ifa spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
tn the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Pubtic Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws 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 Regutar)
OiI 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 witl 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.

Readtheseinstructionsandthismanualin

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 assem-

bled at the factory with the exception of
those parts left unassembled for shipping
purposes. To ensure safe and proper
operation of your lawn mower, a]t 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 p_acedin the parts bag.

TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with
mower.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and layend 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 carton and
check carton thoroughly for additional

loose parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Raise handles until lower handle section
locks into place in mowing position.

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 control bar to upper

handle.

Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
for your mowing comfort, Refer to "AD-

JUST HANDLE" inthe Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual.

Operator MOWING
controlbar

UP handle

POSITION

Upper

Handle

knob

Lower handle

TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER

1, Put grass catcher frame into grass bag

with rigidpartof bag on the bottom.

Make sure the frame handleis outside

ofthe bag top.

2. Slip vinylbindings over frame.
NOTE: Ifvinyl bindings are toostiff, hold

them in warm water for a few minutes. If

bag gets wet, letitdry before using.

Frame

Vinyl

bindings

Frame

opening

TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be

usedas a mulcher, To converttobaggingor

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 illustrationswithyourlawn mowerto familiarize
yourself withthe locationof variouscontrolsand adjustments, Save thismanual 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

Starte=
handle Gasoline filler cap

Grass

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Operator presence control bar

Handle knob

Air filter

Eng Housing
withdipstick

Mulcher door

Wheeladjuster
(oneach whee])

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

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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 Com-
mission. AWARNING-" The blade turns when the engine is running.

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Operator presence control bar - must Mulcher door - allows conversionto
be hetddownto the handle to startthe dischargingor baggingoperation.

engine. Release to stopthe engine. Starter handle - usedforstartingengine.

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Theoperationofanylawn

mowercanresultinforeign
objectsthrownintotheeyes,

whichcanresultinsevere

eyedamage.Alwayswear
safetyglassesoreyeshieldswhileoper-
atingyourlawnmoweror performing any

adjustments or repairs, We recommend a
standard safety glasses or wide vision safety

mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINE SPEED

Engine speed was set at the factory for

optimum performance. It is not adjustable.

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

,_IiOAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installedon 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,

• 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 wheels for low cut and lower wheels

for high cut, adjust cuttingheighttosuit
your requirements. Medium positionis

best for mostlawns.

• To change cutting height,squeeze ad-

juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel
upordown to suityourrequirements. Be
sure all wheels are inthe same setting.

NOTE; Adjuster isproperlypositionedwhen
plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-

positionadjusters(ifsoequipped)al]owlever
to be positioned between the platetabs.

LEVERBACKWARD Platetab
TO LOWERMOWER

• To convertto mulching or discharging
operation, remove grass catcher and

close rear door,

Pivot Rear Grass

Catcher frame hook

SIDE DISCHARGING
° Rear door must be closed.

• Open mulcher door and install dis-
charge deflector under door as shown,

• Mower is now ready for discharging
operation.

° Toconvert 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,

_t 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.

catcher

handle

LEVERFORWARDTORAISEMOWER Lever

TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready tobe

used as a mulcher. Toconvertto bagging
or discharging:

REAR BAGGING
* L_ reardoorof the lawn mower and

place the grass catcher frame hooks
onto the door pivot pins.

/

Openmulcherdoor

Install

discharge

7 deflector

MOWER IS NOW READY FOR

DISCHARGING OPERATION

TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER

1. Lift up on grass 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; it will cause unnecessary wear,

G ras8

catcher

frame

handle

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL

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

use, see "ENGINE" inthe 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 t00% quality testingo

When changing oil you may need 20 oz.

4. Insert and tighten dipstick.

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 "TO

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

tillercap

Engine
oil cap

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.
Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-

ness.

A CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill oruse gasoline

near an open flame.

• iLCAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or metha-

nol) can atlract moisture which leads to

separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an 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.

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TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, release operator pres-

ence controlbar.

TO START ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatingson the

engine, a small amount of smoke may be
present duringthe initial use of the product

and should be considered normal.
NOTE: Your engine is equipped with an

automatic choke system. Nopriming 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

CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher

blade attachments on your mower. Such
attachments are hazardous, will damage
your mower and could void your warranty.

° Under certain conditions, such as very

tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing effort
and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of grass clippings.
It may also be necessary to reduce
ground speed and!or runthe lawn

mower over the area a second time,

* For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the

width of cut by overlapping previously
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 incloth grass catcherscan

become filled with dirt and dust with use

and catchers will collect lessgrass. 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 will help engine air flow and extend

engine life.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance,

keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash. See "CLEANING" inthe

Maintenancesection ofthis manual,

, The special mulching blade willrecut

the grass clippingsmanytimes and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
ontothe lawn they willdisperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grasswill biodegradequicklyto
providenutrientsfor the lawn, Always
mulchwith your highestengine (blade)

speed as this willprovidethe best recut-
tingaction of the blades.

• Avoid cuttingyour lawn when itiswet.
Wet grass tends to form clumpsand

interfereswiththe mulching action. The

best timeto mowyourlawn isthe early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried, yet the newly cut area wiUnot be
exposedto direct sunlight.

• For best results, adjust the lawn mower
cuttingheightsothatthe lawn mower
cutsoff only thetop one-thirdof the

grass blades, tf the lawnisovergrown
it will be necessaryto raisethe heightof
cut to reducepushingeffortand to keep

from overloadingthe engine and leaving
clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.

MAX1/3

* Certain types of grass and grass

conditionsmay require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a sec-

ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) to
the first cut path.

- Change your cutting 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.

EACH

USE

AFTER

ll,lll

EACH 10

USE HOURS

MAINTENANCE

Check for Loose Fasteners If

_ "Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * _ I_

Check Tires I/

IM

'Check Drive Wheels "*" t/

Clean Lawn Mower **** If

M Clean under Drive Cover "*" ....... t_

O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys ***

_ Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade

Lubrication ..........

R

Clean and Recharg,e_.8artery **

Check Engine Oi! level I_s

_1 Change Engine Oil .........

c_eanAi__ilier ....

_ inspect , .......

N Replace.Spark Plug V'
E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge I_

*** Power-Propelled mowers

**** Use a scraper

Muffler

i Empty fue,I,,system or add Stabilizer .......... ...............i_

* (if so equipped)

** Electric-Start mowers

to clean ut_der deck

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I - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures,

2 - Service more often if operating in ditty or dusty conditions,
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
5 - And after each 5 hours of use,

BEFORE

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25 HOURS 100

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 negJigence. To receive

full value fromthe warranty, operator must

maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly 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 heip

your engine run better and last longer.

• Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

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

LUBRICATION CHART

adjuster (on
each wheel)

Engine oil

(_ Mulcher

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 wilt
attract dustand dirtthat willshorten thelife of

the self-lubricating bearings, lfyou feel they
must belubricated, use only adry, powdered

0graphite type lubricant sparingly.

1

Wheel

hinge

LAWN MOWER

Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance.

TIRES

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, 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

For best results, mower blade must be kept

arp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

CAUTION: Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of
your mower. Using a blade 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
plug 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, Iockwasher andhardenedwasher).

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) isup toward 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
lawn mower housing and tighten the

blade bolt, turning clockwise.

• The recommended tightening torque is
35-40 ft. lbs.

Bladeadapter Crankshaft

Lockwasher

bo]t _ t

Hardened
washer Trailir Crankshaft11

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with

approved bolt 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 inch of
the straight nail exposed. Place center

hole of blade over the head of the nail.

Ifblade 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 catchermay be hosed with
water, but must be dry'when used.

• Check your grass catcher often for dam-
age or deterioration. Through normal
use it will wear. If catcher 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.
Selectthe oil's SAEvisoosity grade according

to your expected operating temperature.

SAEVISCOSITYGRADES.....

iW

'F _P 0 20 32 40 60 8_ 1_0

3F*MpERAIIJRE RANGE EKPEC_O BEFORE N _ OIL CHANGE

Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the

lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in

one year.
Check the crankcase oil tevei before

starting the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use, Tighten oil plug

secure]y each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

NOTE: Before tippinglawn mower to
drain oil, empty fuel tank by running en-

gine until fuel tank is empty,