Ariens 96136001101, A149K21 (96136001101) Owner’s Manual

A149K21
(96136300)
Owner's Manual
434762 Rev. 3 03.31.10 BY
EspaSol, p. 18 Printed in U.S.A.
Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4
Product Specifications .............................. 4
Operation ............................................... 6-9
Maintenance Schedule ........................... 10
Maintenance ...................................... 10-12
Service and Adjustments ........................ 13
Storage .............................................. 14-I5
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!!! 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 oremit chemicals known tothe State
of California to cause cancerand birthdefects 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. Toavoid severe burns on
Contact, stay away from these areas.
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 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 wail or obstruction. Matedal
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.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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 ordrive 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.
I1. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a majorfactor related to slip &
fail accidents whichcan resultin severe
injury.All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasyon a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
Mow acrossthe face of slopes: never upand down. Exercise extreme caution whenchangingdirectionon slopes.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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.
II!. CHILDREN Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator
isnot alertto the presence of children.
Children are oftenattracted to the machine and the mowing activity.Never assume
thatchildrenwilt remainwhere 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 corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE Use extremecare in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Extinguish all cigarettes,cigars,pipes and othersourcesof ignition,
Use onlyan approved container.
Never removegas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allowengine to cool
before refueling.
Never refuel the machine indoors. , Never store the machineor fuel contain-
erwhere there is an openflame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater or onother appliances.
Never fill containersinside a vehicle,on a truck or trailerbed witha plasticliner.
Always place containerson the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck ortrailer and refuel it on the ground. Ifthis isnot possible,then
refuel such equipment with a portable container,ratherthan from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim ofthe fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do notuse 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 stodng.
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.
Grasscatchercomponentsaresubject
towear, 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.
&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 (ifany). 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 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:
Gasotine 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 is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe 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, 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 REMOVE MOWER 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 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.
MOWING
control 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: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
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Vinyl binding
Frame
Frame
opening
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mowerwas shipped ready to be used as a mu[cher.Toconvertto bagging or discharging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual.
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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.
These symbols may appea'r""onyour 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
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-Operator presence control bar
Starter
handle
Gasoline filler cap
G rass
Engine oil Housing
with diPstick
Mulcher door
)ark plug
Air filter
adjuster
(oneachwheel)
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 mowersconform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission. _I=WARNING:The blade turns when the engine is running.
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Operator presence control bar - must Mulcher door - allows conversionto 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
mowercanresultinforeign
objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while oper- ating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a standard safetyglasses 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
_CAUTION: Federal regulationsrequire an engine controlto be installed onthis
lawn mower in orderto minimizethe risk of blade contact injury.Do not under
any circumstances attemptto defeat the
function ofthe operatorcontrol.The blade
turnswhen the engine isrunning.
Your lawn mower isequipped with an
operatorpresence controlbar which
requires the operatorto be positioned behind the lawnmower handle to start
and operate the lawn mower.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Raise wheels forlow cut and lowerwheels
for highcut, adjust cuttingheightto suit
your requirements. Medium positionis best for most lawns.
To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit 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 (ifso equipped) allowlever
to be positioned between the plate tabs. LEVERBACKWARD Platetab
TO LOWER MOWER
To convertto mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door.
Pivot pins Rear Grass
_'_ handie
catcher
Catcherframehook SIDE DISCHARGING
Rear door must be closed.
Open mulcher door and installdis- charge deflector under door as shown.
Mower is now 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. Mulcher door closed.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -
1. Rear door closed.
_:_ 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.
LEVERFORWARDTORAISEMOWER Lever
TO CONVERT MOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a muicher. To convertto bagging
or discharging:
REAR BAGGING
- Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcherframe hooks
onto the door pivotpins.
Open mulche/r door
Install
discharge
7 deflector
MOWERISNOWREADYFOR
DISCHARGINGOPERATION
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
1, Liftup 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.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance
section of this manual, A CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup.
1. Be sure Iawnmower 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 !00% quality testing. 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 'q'O
CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual,
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 thatcan be
used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-
hess,
41_CAUTION: Wipe off any spilledoil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or metha- nol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation andformation 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.
TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, release operator pres-
ence control bar.
TO START ENGINE NOTE: Due to protectivecoatingson the
engine, a small amountof smoke may be presentduringthe initialuse of the product
and shouldbe considered normal.
NOTE; Your engine isequipped with an
automaticchoke system. No primingor chokingis required beforestarting.
To start engine, hold operator presence
control bar downto the handle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow
starter rope to snap back.
MOWING TIPS
CAUTION: Do not usede-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 pushingeffort and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of grass clippings.
It may also be necessary to reduce
ground speed and/or run the 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 in cloth grass catchers can 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 will help engine air flow and extend
engine !ife.
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 they will 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-
tingaction ofthe blades.
Avoid cutting your lawn when it iswet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interfereswith the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At thistime the grass has dried, yet the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown itwill be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly,
'MAXI/3
° Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may 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 pattem from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next
week. This witl help prevent matting and graining of the lawn,
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Check for Loose Fasteners
L Clean / inspect Grass Catcher *
A
Wi Check Tires
N ICheck Drive Wheels ***
Clean Lawn Mower****
MI Clean under Drive Cover "** OI Check Drive Belt/Pulleys ***
_l_lCheck / Sharpen / Replace Blade R iLubrication
Clean and Recharge Battery **
[
Check Engine Oil levet
SLChange Engine Oil N rciean Air Filier "
?i tnspect M.ffter
N IReplace Spark Plug EI Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
, Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer ......... ,, , '.... i ' ,, "" ' V' ,
* (if so equipped) 1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.
** Electric-Start mowers 2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
*** Power-Propelled mowers 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
**** Use a scraper 4 - Charge 48 hours at and of season.
to clean under deck 5 - And after each 5 hours of use.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
! AFTER EVERY
EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS 100
USE , USE , HOURS OR SEASON HOURS
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LUBRICATION CHART
STORAGE
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 instructed in this manual.
adjuster(on
eachwheel)
BEFORE
V* .....
Wheel
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.
At leastonce 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 loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit weFIlubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").
Engine oil
(_ Mulcher
door hinge
(_ Reardoor
(_) Handle bracket mounting pins
_ Spray lubricant
See "ENGINE" in Maintenance section,
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic
wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirtthatwill shorten the lifeof
the self-lubricatingbearings. Ifyou feelthey mustbe lubdcated, useonly adry,powdered
0graphite type lubricant sparingly.i
hinge
LAWN MOWER Alwaysobservesafety rules when per-
forming any maintenance. TIRES
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicalswhich 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 btade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise.
5. Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt,lockwasher and hardenedwasher).
TO REPLACE BLADE
1. Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade with the raised tugs on the adapter.
2. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (oppo- site sharp edge) isup toward the engine.
8. 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. Ibs.
Bladeadapter
Crankshaft
Lockwasher
washer Trailing
Crankshaft11
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt isheat 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 wail. Leave about one inch of
thestraight nail exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail.
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 it willwear. 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.
Selecttheoil's SAE viscosity grade according
to your expected operating temperature.
SAEVISCOSITYGRADES
4 mm
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_P_ RE _NIGE _PE_O S_OR_ 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 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 fuet tank is empty.
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