Cub Cadet 997A71X Operator's Manual

Operator's M nual

21" Self-Propelled

Mower

Model 997A71X

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully

Warning: This unit 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 laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box
361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

CubCadetLLC.,P.O.Box361131,Cleveland,Ohio 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A. Form No.770-10090H

(10/2003)

TABLEOFCONTENTS

Content Page Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 13
Slope Guage 6 Servicing Your Lawn Mower 14

Assembling Your Lawn Mower 7 Off-Season Storage 16

Know Your Lawn Mower 9 Troubleshooting 17

Operating Your Lawn Mower 10 Illustrated Parts List 20

Making Adjustments 11 Warranty 36

FINDINGMODELNUMBER

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the

equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. A sample model plate is
also given below. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and

looking down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary to use the
manufacturer's web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized

Cub Cadet dealer.

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

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P. O. 81:IX 361131

WWW.cubcadet.conl CLEVELANO, OH 44136

OEALER LOCATOR PHOHE NUMBER: 877-Z82-8684

CUSTOMERSUPPORT

PleasedoNOTretumthe unitto theretailer from whereit waspurchased,withoutfirstcontactingCustomerSupport.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or

maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

Visit cubcadet.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Support button and you
will get the four options reproduced here. Click on the appropriate button and help is
immediately available.

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To reach a Customer Support Representative, please call 1-877-282-8684.

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to

and service. Please refer to the

)erformance, power-rating, specifications, warranty engine

manufacturer's manual at the end of this manual for more information.

SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES

,_ WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger

the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal

injury. When you see this symbol--HEED ITS WARNING.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit

chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this

manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in
serious injury. This 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.

GeneralOperation

1. Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,

understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be

completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this machine before operating it. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. This machine is a precision piece of power
equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise

extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been
designed to perform one job: to mow grass. Do not

use it for any other purpose.

3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
this machine. Children 14 years old and over
should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
should be trained and supervised by a parent. Only
responsible individuals who are familiar with these
safe operation rules should use this machine.

4. Thoroughly inspect the area where equipment is to
be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,

toys and other foreign objects which could be
tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of
material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a
walt or obstruction which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.

5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object
injury, stay in the operator zone behind the handles
and keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at

least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes
during equipment operation and while performing
an adjustment or repair. Thrown objects which
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover

the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are
recommended. Never operate this machine in bare

feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g. canvas)

shoes.

8. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or

under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can
amputate hands and feet.

9. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause

blade contact or thrown object injuries.

10. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being
pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping
or tripping. Do not hold on to the mower if you are

falling; release the handle immediately.

11. Never pull the mower back toward you while you
are walking. If you must back the mower away from

a walt or obstruction first look down and behind to
avoid tripping and then follow these steps:

a. Step back from the mower to fully extend

your arms.

b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure

footing.

c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than

half way toward you.

d. Repeat these steps as needed.

5. Do not operate the mower while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.

6. Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on
units so equipped while starting engine.

7. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes
the safety device inoperative and may result in
personal injury through contact with the rotating
blade. The blade control handle must operate
easily in both directions and automatically return to
the disengaged position when released.

8. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing
your footing, release the blade control handle

immediatelyandthebladewillstoprotatingwithin
threeseconds.

9. Mowindaylightorgoodartificiallight;walk,notrun.

10.Stopthebladewhencrossinggraveldrives,
walkwaysorroads.

11.Iftheequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabnormally,
stoptheengineandcheckimmediatelyforthe
cause.Vibrationisgenerallyawarningoftrouble.

12.Shuttheengineoffandwaituntilthebladecomes
toacompletestopbeforeremovingthegrass
catcheroruncloggingthechute.Thecuttingblade

continuestorotateforafewsecondsafterthe
engineisshutoff.Neverplaceanypartofthebody

inthebladeareauntilyouaresurethebladehas
stoppedrotating.

13.Neveroperatemowerwithoutpropertrailshield,
dischargecover,grasscatcher,bladecontrol
handleorothersafetyprotectivedevicesinplace
andworking.Neveroperatemowerwithdamaged
safetydevices.Failuretodosocanresultin
personalinjury.

14.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea
burn.Donottouch.

15.Only use parts and accessories made by the

original equipment manufacturer (O.E.M). Failure
to do so can result in personal injury.

16. If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your

dealer for assistance. Call 1-877-282-8684 for the
name of your nearest dealer.

SlopeOperation

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents which can result in severe injury. Operation
on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a
slope, do not mow it. Before operating this unit on a
slope or hilly area, use the slope gauge on page 6 to
measure slopes. If the slope is greater than 15
degrees, do not mow it.

DO:

1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise caution when changing direction.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or
bumps which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.

3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are
losing your balance, release the blade control
handle immediately, and the blade will stop rotating

within 3 seconds.

Do Net:

1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments, you could lose your footing or

balance.

2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as
shown on the slope gauge.

3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could
cause slipping.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the mower and the mowing activity. They do not
understand the dangers. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the
area.

3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind
and down for small children.

4. Use extreme care when approaching blind comers,
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure your vision of a child who may run into the

mower.

5. Keep children away from hot or running engines.
They can suffer bums from a hot muffler.

6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
a power mower. Children 14 years old and over
should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
should be trained and supervised by a parent.

Service

SafeHandlingof Gasoline:

1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.

2. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

3. Use only an approved gasoline container.

4. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on atruck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.

5. If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel iton the ground. If this
is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a
trailer with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.

6. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.

8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable
vapors will accumulate in the area.

9. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two
minutes before refueling.

10.Neveroverfillfueltank.Filltanktonomorethan½
inchbelowbottomoffillernecktoprovidespacefor

fuelexpansion.

11.Replacegasolinecapandtightensecurely.

12.Ifgasolineisspilled,wipeitofftheengineand
equipment.Moveunittoanotherarea.Wait5
minutesbeforestartingtheengine.

13.Neverstorethemachineorfuelcontainerinside
wherethereisanopenflame,sparkorpilotlightas

onawaterheater,spaceheater,furnace,clothes
dryerorothergasappliances.

14.Toreducefirehazard,keepmowerfreeofgrass,
leaves,orotherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanupoilorfuel
spillageandremoveanyfuelsoakeddebris.

15.Allowmowertocool5minutesbeforestoring.

GeneralService:

1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.

3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,
cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original
equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only,
listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may
lead to improper performance and compromise
safety!"

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

5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.

6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.

7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and
operating the mower.

8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.

9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and
trail shield are subject to wear and damage which
could expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For safety protection, frequently check
components and replace immediately with original
equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only,
listed here. Use of parts which do not meet the

original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety.

10. Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the

maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.

12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm

the environment.

YourResponsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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SECTION3: ASSEMBLINGYOURLAWNMOWER

RemovingUnitFromCarton

Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open

carton.
Remove loose parts, if included with unit (i.e., grass

bag etc.), and save it appropriately.
Cut along corners, lay the carton down flat, and
remove all packing material.

Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton
thoroughly for loose parts.

LoosePartsinCarton

1. Grass Bag

2. Grass Bag Adapter

3. Side Discharge Chute

4. Hardware Pack

HardwarePack

Please identify each piece of the hardware pack as

shown in Figure 1.

Ca a0e0ot

Wing Nut

Figure 1

BeforeAssembly

Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground
against the engine. See Figure 2.

Figure 2

NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the mower is

observed from the operating position.

SettingUpYourLawnMower

AssemblingHandle

Lift up and pull back on the upper handle to raise

the handle into the operating position. See Figure

3. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely
into the handle bracket assemblies.

Handle Assembly

Wing I_ut

Handle Mountin
Bracket

Figure 3

Tighten wing nuts on each side of the handle
making sure that the carriage bolts are seated
propedy into the handle. See Figure 3.
Remove hairpin clip from the outer hole of the weld
pin on each handle brackets. Using a pair of pliers,
squeeze one leg of the lower handle against the
handle bracket. Insert the hairpin clip into the inner
hole on the weld pin. Repeat on the other side. See
Figure 4.
After moving the hairpin clip, insert the cardage
bolt, from the hardware pack, in the upper hole on

the handle mounting bracket and secure with

plastic wing nut, also from the hardware pack. See
Figure 4. Repeat on the other side.

Lower
Handle

Wing

Handle Mounting
Bracket

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Clip

Figure 4

Fastenthecabletothelowerhandlewiththetwo
cabletiesfoundonthelowerhandle.Pullthecable

tiestightandtrimofftheexcess.SeeFigure5.

Cable Tie.

Grass Bag

Handle

Figure5

AttachingStarterRope

NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around

the outside and above the lower handle so it does not
interfere with attaching the grass bag.

The rope guide, which is connected to the support
rod, is located on the right side of the lower handle.
See Figure 6.
With the spark plug wire disconnected and
grounded, hold the blade control handle against the
upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the
engine. Release the blade control handle. Slip the
starter rope into the rope guide.

Nuts

Figure7

Lift chutedooron the grass bag adapter and slide
grass bag onto the adapter. See Figure8.

NOTE: The chute door has been designed to move the
starter rope out of the way of the bag when the chute

door is opened.

Sta_er
Rope

Guide

Rod

Figure 6

AttachingTheGrassBag

The mower was shipped with the mulching baffle
installed on the unit. You can keep this baffle on as long
as you want to mulch the grass clippings. For bagging
purposes, you will have to attach the grass bag and its
adapter in place of the mulching baffle.

Remove three wing nuts holding the mulching
baffle or side discharge chute in place and remove
the accessory from the unit.
Replace with grass bag adapter, while making
sure the front lip of adapter goes under the edge of
the deck. Secure with wing nuts previously
removed. See Figure 7.

Figure 8

AttachingSideDischargeChute

Remove mulching baffle or grass bag adapter from
unit by disconnecting wing nuts.
Attach side discharge chute to unit and secure with

the three wing nuts. See Figure 9.

Side Discharge
Chu_

Nuts

Figure 9

SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER

Read this operator's manual and safety rules before

operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in

Figure 10 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself

with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.

_ WARNING: The operation of any lawn

mower can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your

eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses
while operating the mower, or while performing
any adjustments or repairs on it.

BladeControlHandle

The blade control handle is located on the upper handle
of the mower. The blade control handle must be

depressed in order to operate the unit. Release blade
control handle to stop engine and blade.

_bb WARNING: This blade control mechanism is

a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its
operations.

CuttingHeightAdjustmentLevers

The cutting height adjustment lever is located above
the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to
the Adjustment Section in this manual.

RecoilStarter

The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle.
Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to

start the unit.

DriveClutchControl

The drive clutch control is located on the upper handle.
Squeeze the drive control to engage the drive system.
Release the clutch control to disengage the drive
system. Release the clutch control to slow down when
approaching an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping..

ShiftLever

The shift lever is located on the drive clutch control
housing on the upper handle. This lever is used to

select the forward speed of the mower. When changing
speed selection, release the drive clutch lever.

NOTE: Move the shift lever only when the engine is

running. Changing the shift lever setting with the engine
off can damage the mower.

GrassBag

The grass bag is equipped with a bag-fill indicator to
add convenience to your work. While the mower is
running, air will flow through the bag and into the Grass
Gauge. If the grass catcher is empty, air flows through
easily pushing the gauge up. If the grass catcher is full,
air does not flow through it allowing the gauge to fall. So
the position of the gauge acts as a bag-fill indicator
signifying when to empty the grass bag.

MulchingPlug

The mulching plug is used only for mulching purposes.
Instead of collecting grass clippings in a grass catcher,
this mower has the option of recirculating the clippings

back to the lawn.

Drive Clutch Lever

e Control Handle Height Adjustment

Lever

Shift Lever

Grass
Catcher

Recoil

Trail Shield

Side-Discharge
Chute Mulch Plug

Figure 10

SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURLAWNMOWER

il_ WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all

instructions and warnings on the machine and
in this manual before operating.

NOTE: For shipping purposes your mower is set with

the wheels in a low cutting height position. For best
results, raise the cutting position until it is determined

which height is best for your lawn. See the Adjustment
Section for details.

Gas&OilFill-Up

Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow
relevant instructions in the engine manual for this.
Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in
the engine manual.

,_ WARNING: Use extreme care when

handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never

fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is
hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,
pipes and other sources of ignition.

BeforeStartingMower

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over
the metal tip on the spark plug.
Check for proper drive clutch operation using the
neutral adjustment test described below.

NeutralAdjustmentTest

To perform the neutral adjustment test, answer the
following questions.

With the drive clutch control released, push mower
forward and pull it backward. Does it move freely?
Squeeze the drive clutch control and pull the

mower backward. Do the rear wheels lock?

Is the drive clutch control cable free of kinks or

sharp bends?

If you answered "yes" to all three questions, your

mower passed the test and you can start your
mower.

If you answered "no" to any of the three questions,

you will have to adjust the drive clutch control as
instructed inthe ADJUSTMENT SECTION.

StartingEngine

Push primer once. Do not prime to restart awarm
engine after a short shutdown.
Standing behind the mower, depress the blade
control handle and hold it against the upper handle.

,_ WARNING: Be sure no one other than the

operator is standing near the lawn mower while
starting engine or operating mower.

WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine

exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING: Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving parts on

engine and lawn mower.

WARNING: When starting the unit for the

first time, face the mower against a wall or a
fence. Start the unit and if it shows any signs of

motion while the drive clutch control is still
disengaged, shut engine off immediately.

Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope

will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope

rewind slowly. Pull rope with a rapid, continuous,

full arm stroke. Keeping afirm grip on the starter

handle, let the rope rewind slowly.

StoppingEngine

Release the blade control handle to stop engine
and blade. Wait till the blade stops completely.
Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from
spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

UsingYourLawnMower

_lb WARNING: Do not operate the mower

without mulching baffle, discharge chute or
grass catcher propedy installed.

For best results, do not cut wet grass. Itmay stick to

the underside of the mower, preventing proper

discharge of grass clippings, and could cause you

to slip and fall. New grass or thick grass may

require a narrower cut.
For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less

of the total length of the grass.

IMPORTANT: Move the shift lever only when the engine
is running. Changing the shift lever setting with the
engine off can cause damage to the mower.

Mulching

IMPORTANT:Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones,

sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn
mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently

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thrownbythemowerinanydirectionandcauseserious
personalinjurytotheoperatorandothers.

_ WARNING: If the mower strikes a foreign

object, stop the engine. Remove spark plug
wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect

for any damage. Repair the damage promptly
before restarting and operating the mower.

For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. New or
thick grass may require a narrower cut. If the grass has
grown in excess of 4", mulching isnot recommended.

Mow using the side discharge to reduce the grass
height to 3.25" maximum before mulching.

BaggingGrassClippings

You can use the grass catcher bag to collect clippings
while you are operating the mower.

Attach grass catcher following instructions on page
8 of this manual. Grass clippings will automatically
collect in the bag as you run the mower.
Operate the mower till the grass bag is full.
Stop engine completely by releasing the blade

control handle. Make sure that the unit has come to
a complete stop.

While holding the grass bag by both the rear handle
and the lower handle, lift the grass bag straight up
off the adapter. The chute door will move the rope
out of the way of the bag.

Continue to hold the lower handle and raise the
rear of the grass bag up toward your chest. The

grass bag will open and the grass clippings will
disperse. When replacing the grass bag, be sure

the top of the bag rests on the wire support

between the handles.

SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS

_lb WARNING: DO not at any time make any

adjustments without first stopping engine and
disconnecting spark plug wire.

HandleHeight

Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher
height position. To lower the height, proceed as follows:

Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
Remove the wing nuts and carriage bolts securing
the upper handle. Remove and lay the upper
handle out of the way, being careful not to bend or

kink the cables.
Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the

handle brackets and remove the wing nuts and
carriage bolts from the upper hole on the handle
mounting bracket.
Press out on the legs of the lower handle and

remove lower handle from the mower.
Turn lower handle around so the notch on the

bottom of the lower handle is facing forward.
See Figure 11.

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Lower Handle

Notch

Figure 11

Reassemble the handles, placing the bottom holes
in the handle over the weld pins in the handle
mounting bracket.
Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes in the weld
pins and insert the carriage bolts through the upper
hole on the handle mounting bracket and secure

with plastic wing nuts.

Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle.
Attach the starter rope as instructed on page 8.

CuttingHeight

Your mower is shipped with the cutting height in the
lowest position. To adjust the rear cutting height,
proceed as follows:

Pull the rear height adjustment lever out and away

from the mower and then move it forward or

backward to another slot. For rough or uneven
lawns, move the height adjustment lever to a higher
position. This will help stop scalping. See Figure 12.

,_ear HeightAdj,.Lever

Left Rear Wh__

Figure 12

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The front wheel cutting height is determined by
selecting one of six positions on each caster assembly.
To adjust front cutting height, proceed as follows:

Remove the wing nut from the axle bolt. See Figure

13. Slide the axle bolt and spring washer from the
assembly and select a cutting height.
With the spring washer on the axle bolt, reinsert
hardware in the square hole desired through the
wheel assembly and secure with the wing nut
previously removed.

IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed in the same
relative position. For rough or uneven lawns, raise the
cutting height of your mower.

Caster Caster

Lock Lock

Pin Pin SquareHole

(indicates
various cutting

Front heghts)

Wheel

Bottom View

® ®

Adjustment

Wheel_

Handle

Shift Lever e Clutch

Control

Figure 14

ShiftLeverCable

Pedodic adjustment of the six speed shift cable may be
necessary due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment
is needed if all six speeds do not work.

The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left side
of the mower beside the engine. See Figure 15.

Adjustable Cable
Bracket

Hex Nut

Wing

Front ./_ Spring

Wheel Washer

Figure 13

CasterLockAdjustment

The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position
or position to swivel freely. See Figure 13.

Lift and place the lock pins in the larger holes to
lock the wheels for straight ahead operation.

Place pins in smaller holes to allow casters to rotate
freely for turning.

DriveClutchControl

The adjustment wheel is located in the drive clutch
control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen

the drive belt. You will have to adjust the drive clutch
control if, with the drive clutch engaged, the mower

either does not self-propel or hesitate.

To resolve the above problems, rotate the
adjustment wheel with your fingers: clockwise to

tighten the cable and counter-clockwise to loosen
the cable. See Figure 14.

NOTE: For some operators, the drive clutch control

may not be in a comfortable position. You can adjust
the handle out by tightening the adjustment wheel.

Figure 15

Start engine and place shift lever in the sixth speed
position. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug

wire and ground it against engine.

Loosen hex nut which secures the adjustable cable
bracket. See Figure 15.
Push back on the adjustable cable bracket and

tighten hex nut.

EngineAdjustments

Refer to the engine manual for these adjustments.

12

SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER

_lb WARNING: Always stop the engine and

disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance work or

adjustments on your lawn mower.

CleaningMower

The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent any build-up of debds. If

allowed to accumulate, it will cause rust and corrosion.

NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure

washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may
cause damage to electric components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The use of water will
result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

Disconnect spark plug wire.
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a
piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep
the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the
mower firmly.
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If
you had put plastic under the gas cap, make sure to

remove it now.

_lb WARNING: Never tip the mower more than

90 degrees in any directions and do not leave
the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can

drain into the upper part of the engine causing
a starting problem.

EngineCare

A list of key maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
accompanying engine manual for detailed list and

instructions.

Change engine oil regularly, as instructed in the
engine manual. Check oit level before starting

engine every time. Change oit while the engine is
warm, not hot or cold.

Service foam filter in the air cleaner every 25 hours
of use and replace the paper filter component every

100 hours. You may have to service the air filter

more frequently if you are operating the mower
under extremely dusty conditions.

Clean the engine periodically. Remove dirt and
debris with a cloth or brush.

Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to .030" at
least once a season. Refer to the engine manual for

correct spark plug type.

Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters

can create a fire hazard. Make sure to avoid muffler
and surrounding areas while the mower engine is

hot because temperature of these areas of the
engine may exceed 150° F.

Lubrication

Refer to the lubrication chart in Figure 16.

BladeControlHandle

Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control
handle at least once a season with light oil. The
blade control must operate freely in both directions.

RearDischargeDoor

Lubricate the torsion spring and the pivot point on
each end of the rear discharge door using a light oil.

This will prevent rusting of the discharge door.

Wheels

Lubricate the wheels and bearings, if so equipped,
at least once a season with light oil or engine oil.

Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,

lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner
surface of the wheel with light oil.

Engine

Follow the engine manual instructions and
recommended schedule for lubricating engine
components.

Lubricate

Lubricate

Lubricate

Lubricate

Lubricate

Figure 16: Lubrication Chart

13

SECTION8: SERVICINGTHEMOWER

_1= WARNING: Always stop the engine and

disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance work or

adjustments on your lawn mower.

BladeCare

_ WARNING: When removing the cutting

blade for sharpening or replacement, protect
your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a

heavy rag to hold the blade.

Periodically inspectthe blade adapter for cracks,
especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary.

Removingthe Blade

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter
and the carburetor are up.
Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which
hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine
crankshaft. See Figure 17.
Remove the blade and the adapter from the

crankshaft.

SharpeningtheBlade

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a
grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen the

blade while it is still on the mower.
Follow the original angle of grind as a guide. Make

sure that each cutting edge receives an equal
amount of gdnding to prevent an unbalanced blade.

_ WARNING: An unbalanced blade wilt cause

excessive vibration when rotating at high
speeds. It may cause damage to the mower,

and could break causing personal injury.

BalancingtheBlade

The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round
shaft screwddver. Remove metal from the heavy
side until it balances evenly. It is recommended that
the blade always be removed from the adapter
when testing for balance.

Installingthe Blade

Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter
to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the
inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil.

Be sure to install the blade with the side of the
blade marked "Bottom" (or with part number) facing

the ground when the mower is in the operating
position.
Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft.

Place the blade on the adapter. Be certain the
blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter

flanges.

Place blade bell support on blade. Make sure the
notches on the blade bell support are aligned with

small holes in the blade.
Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque: 450

in. lbs. min., 600 in. lbs. max.

NOTE: To ensure safe operation of your mower,
periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque.

Blade

Blade Bell

Support

Figure 17

DriveBeltReplacement

Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine.
Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic
beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage.
Place shift lever in the first position and tip the
mower on its side with air filter facing up.

Remove the center bolt which secures the blade to

the crankshaft followed by blade bell support,

blade, and blade adapter.
Move the cutting height adjustment to the highest
position.
Remove the three hex screws holding the baffle to

the deck and pivot baffle towards the rear of the

mower. See Figure 18.

Baffle

Figure 18

14

Remove the hex bolt from the rear of unit holding
the transmission to the mower housing.
See Figure 19.

Whee_..._

Cutting Height __i

Adjustment Z_1_1, _ I,

/Hex Bolt

Figure 19

Tilt the transmission forward and loosen the idler
pulley bolt and lock nut half a turn. See Figure 20.

Transmission
Pulley

Belt

Belt Keeper
Bracket

Idler
Pulley Bolt a

Locknut

Figure 20

Using a pair of pliers, pull back and rotate belt
keeper bracket from the slot on the idler pulley.

Slide the belt out from between the belt keeper
bracket and the idler pulley.See Figure 20.

Squeeze the belt together and push it forward,
while pressing the control arm inward towards the

deck and remove the six speed cable from the slot.
See Figure 21.

Six*Speed
Cable Slot

Pivot the control arm down away from the pulley
and belt.

Lift off the lower pulley assembly and remove the
old belt from around the crankshaft.

Place the new belt over the transmission pulley.
Start the belt in the pulley groove and rotate the
pulley until the belt isseated in transmission pulley.
Place the belt between the idler pulley and the belt
keeper bracket.
Using pliers, rotate the belt keeper bracket so that it
snaps into slot on the idler bracket.
Tighten the idler pulley bolt and lock nut half a turn.
Place the belt between the two pulley halves on the

crankshaft. Make sure to route the belt inside the
belt guard pin. See Figure 22.

Upper Pulley_///__

Half Tab ( I_/'//_')'_

Belt

Belt _ LOal"_erPulley

Guard Pin_ __ -'

Figure 22

IMPORTANT:When replacing the belt, do not disas-

semble the lower pulley assembly.

Pinch both sides of the belt together so that the belt
is not in the pulley groove, and the lower pulley can
be pushed towards the engine. See Figure 23.

Lower Pulley

o o

Belt

Arm

Belt

Guard Pin

Figure 23

Pivot the control arm back to its original position
and reinstall the six-speed cable intothe slot.

See Figure 24.

Figure 21

15

Six-Speed

Control
Arm

Figure 24

Make sure the belt isrouted inside the pulley halves
and the belt guard pin.

Reinstall the bolt securing transmission to rear
mower housing.

Pivot the baffle back to its original position and
secure with three hex screws removed earlier.

Lightly lubricate the inside of the blade adapter and
reinstall the spacer, wave washer, blade adapter

assembly, and blade in the correct order.
Tighten the hex bolt to secure the blade to torque:

450-600 in. Ibs.

ReplacingRearFlap

To remove rear flap, cut off the flat end of the wire
rod which secures it to the deck.

Attach the new flap and new rod to deck, bending

the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck.

ReplacingBatteryPack

(Model E977 only)

Remove the battery pack from the handle panel for
replacement only. Do not separate the batteries for
any reason. Dispose of batteries properly.
When replacing battery pack in handle panel,

battery pack must be positioned with the positive
terminal to the right side and the negative terminal
to the left side of the panel. Replacing the battery

pack incorrectly will cause serious damage. The

positive lead on the wire harness has the smaller

connector. Connect the positive lead to the positive

side of the battery pack, then connect the negative

side.

_ WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid

which may cause burns. Do not short circuit or
mutilate batteries in any way. Do not put

batteries infire as these may burst or release
toxic materials.

In-lineFuse

(Model E977 only)
The unit is equipped with an in-line fuse. If the unit fails

to start, check the fuse inside the battery cover by
turning the end of the fuse holder and removing from
the battery cover. Replace with standard automotive 7-

1/2 amp fuse.

SECTION9: OFF-SEASONSTORAGE

StoringYourLawnMower

The following steps should be taken to prepare your
lawn mower for storage.

Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.

IMPORTANT:We do not recommend the use of a
pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.

Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.

Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to

prevent rusting.

Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in a
poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust-praof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.

16

SECTION10: TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

1. Blade control handle disengaged.

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

4. Blocked fuel line.

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Engine flooded

1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

3. Vent in gas plugged.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Air flow restricted.

3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1. Spark plug gap too close.

Remedy

1. Engage blade control handle.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

4. Clean fuelline.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Wait a few minutes to restart, do not
prime.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline

3. Clear vent.

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Clean air cleaner.

6. Adjust carburetor.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Remove blower housing and clean.

3. Adjust carburetor.

1. Adjust gap to.030".

Engine overheats

Occasional skip (hesitates)
at high speed

Idles poorly 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too 1. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug.

wide. 2. Adjust carburetor.

2. Carburetor improperly adjusted. 3. Clean air cleaner.

3. Dirty air cleaner.

Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance

2. Bent cutting blade, blade.

2. Replace blade.

Mower will not mulch grass 1. Wet grass. 1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until

later to cut.

2. Excessively high grass. 2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then
mow again at desired height or make a

narrower cutting path.

3. Dull blade. 3. Sharpen or replace blade.

Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height

position.

2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade.

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your local authorized service dealer.

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YOURNOTES

Date Comments

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18

Safety& DecorativeLabels

Some of the labels found on your mower are representeted here with the corresponding part numbers. Please use
these part numbers when ordering replacement labels.

777S30118

DANGER

777120291

777S30128 777S30116

777S30145

DANGER

777D06697

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SECTION11: PARTSLISTFORMODEL997

20

29

27

48

59

\

100

_3 78

IMPORTANT: For a proper working
machine, use Factory Approved Parts.
V-BELTS are specially designed to engage
and disengage safely. A substitute (non
OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not
disengaging completely.

8

99

20

Model997

ReL Part No.

No.

1, 547-00408

2, 131-0904A
3, 16864

4, 731-0620
5, 713-0397

6, 132-0627
7, 731-0924

8, 131-0905A
9, 110-1667A

10, 731-0906
11, 146-0711B

12, 112-0324
13, 146-0883

14, 710-1270
15, 746-04109

16, 149-0439D
17, 720-0284
18, 136-0451

19, 710-1174
20, 726-0240
21, 149-0907B
27, 731-1901
28, 732-0842
29, 531-0066
30, 731-1832
31, 731-1833
32, 182-0078B
33, 712-0397
34, 710-0703
35, 746-0939
36, 182-7574A
37, 736-0270
38, 712-0287
39, 710-0167
40, 112-0138
41, 182-7575A
42, 136-0329
43, 156-0625
44, 138-0924
45, 736-0264
46, 714-0104
47, 732-0306
48, 134-1981A
49, 712-0414
50, 16855
51, 10622B
52, 748-0381

148-0188B

53, 138-0137A
54, 748-0318

Description

Control Handle
Upper Control Handle

6 Spd. Rack Cable Bracket
Control Lever

Gear Insert
Shift Lever Spring

6 Speed Shift Lever
Lower Control Housing

C Sunk Tap Screw #10 x ,75 Lg
Cable Mounting Cap
Drive Cable 51,0

Top Lock Nut 1/4-20
Control Housing
Oval C-Sunk Screw

Control Cable 49"
Upper Handle

Wing Nut
Saddle Washer ,320 ID x .830 OD

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0
Cable Tie

Lower Handle
Trail Shield
Trail Shield Wire

Chute Assembly
Side-Discharge Chute
Mulch Cover

Deck 21"
Wing Nut

Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x ,75
6 Speed Cable

Cable Adjustment Bracket
Bell Washer ,265 ID x .75 OD

Hex Nut 1/4-20
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x ,50

Hex Nut 1/4-28
Cable Mounting Bracket

Lock Washer 1/4
Roller Cable
Shoulder Screw .375 ID x 1/4-14
Flat Washer .330 ID x ,630 OD
Cotter Pin

Compresion Spring
Wheel 9 x 2

Top Lock Tab Weld Nut 1/4-20
Ratchet Pawl Plate

Plastic Spring Ratchet
Pawl RH

Pawl LH
Shld Screw .340 ID x ,285 OD
Wheel Rachet

Ref. Part No.

No.

55, 736-0270
56, 710-6751
57, 737-3000
58, 736-6931
59, 747-0924
60, 682-9020A

682-9021 A

61, 682-9624

682-9026

62, 710-1348
63, 710-6896
64, 710-6654A
65, 711-1146
66, 736-0204
67, 710-6703
68, 710-1242
69, 736-6232

70, 712-0397
71, 710-0260

72, 754@460
73, 656-0613

74, 750-1071
75, 750-1070

76, 782-7597
77, 710-0654A

78, 782-7596
79, 732-0807

80, 711-1114
81, 736-6526

82, 731-1828
83, 710-0653

84, 753-0609
85, 742-0741

86, 736-0524A
87, 710-1257

88, 731-1874
89, 732-0819

90, 726-0111
91, 747-0965

92, 731-1713B
94, 726-0214

95, 736-0366
96, 741-0685

97, 712-3604A
98, 734-1857

99, 731-1888

100, 731-0982A
101, 682-3052

682-3053

Description

Bell Washer ,265 ID x ,75 OD
Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x ,620

Grease Fitting

Flat Washer .203 ID x ,403 OD

Wheel Pin Lock
Caster Assembly RH

Caster Assembly LH
Caster Bracket Assembly RH
Caster Bracket Assembly LH

Screw 1/4-14 x ,500
Screw 1/4-14 x ,625

Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

Caster Axle

Flat Washer ,344 ID x ,62 OD

Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x ,75
Torx Screw

Wave Washer .531 ID x .781 OD
Wing Nut

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62

Belt 3/8 x 39.24
Pulley Assembly

Sleeve Spacer ,88 ID x 1.13 OD
Sleeve Spacer ,88 ID x 1,00 OD

Pivot Bracket

Screw 3/8-18 x 1,0
Control Arm

Torsion Spring

Pivot Shaft

Wave Washer 1.38 ID x .88 OD

Baffle

Screw 1/4-20 x 3,75

Blade Adapter Kit

21" Mulching Blade

Blade Bell Support
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 2,5

Chute Door
Torsion Spring

Push Cap

Pivot Rod

Discharge Chute
Push Cap
Flat Washer.640 ID x 1,12 OD

Flange Bearing
Flange Lock Nut 5/16-18

Wheel 7 x 2

Hubcap - Spoke w/Hole
Hubcap - Radial Spoke

Handle Bracket Assembly- RH
Handle Bracket Assembly - LH

21

Model997

15

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\

24.

\

6,I

8

"1o

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12

31

62

22

Model997

Ref.

Part No.

No.

1. 720-0223

2. 732-0803A

3. 738-0529

4. 710-0751

5. 736-0270

6. 748-0318

7. 736-0369

8. 782-0566B

Part Description

Grip
Spring Lever
Shoulder Nut .825 x.165 Lg.
Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620

Bell Washer .285 ID x .75 OD
Wheel Rachet

Flat Washer ,508 ID x 1.00D

Pivot Arm Assembly
Spacer ,510 ID x .70 OD
Sleeve Bearing .504 ID x .830 OD

Shoulder
Tap Screw I/4-20 x .375

Chain Cover Assembly
Flange Bearing .506 ID x .590 Lg

Transmission Axle Assembly
Transmission Assembly

Hex Screw 5/16-18
Chain

Rear Axle Assembly
Flange Bearing .506 ID x .715 Lg
Torsion Spring
Spacer .550 ID x .750 OD

Screw 3/8-16 x .25
Clevis Pin .50 Dia x 4.82 Lg.

Spacer .385 ID x .624 OD
Spring Bracket: Height Adjustment

Screw 1/4-14 x .825
Cotter Pin

Hex Jam Nut 5/16-24
Bell Washer .325 ID x .930 OD

9. 750-0515

10. 741-0978

11. 750-1056

12. 710-0653
13, 682-7528

14. 741-0324

15. 682-7526

16. 618-0263A

17. 710-0604A

18. 713-0453

19. 638-0012

20. 741-0522

21. 732-0832

22. 750-0151

23. 710-1315

24. 711-0835

25. 750-0807

26. 762-0568

27. 710-1652

28. 714-0474

29. 712-3025

30. 736-0425

31. 756-0656

Pulley

Ref.

Part No.

No.

32. 736-3084

33. 712-0896

34. 782-7598

35. 741-0600

36. 732-6849A

37. 750-1050

38. 682-6027A

39. 710-0299
46, 741-6682A

41. 736-0570
42, 721-6329

44. 618-6253

45. 782-7601A

46. 741-0690

47. 736-0616

48. 782-7595

49. 741-0324

56. 711-1168

51. 717-1469

52. 741-0674

53. 717-1487

54. 736-0314

55. 736-0569

56. 618-0252

57. 710-0642

58. 611-0066

59. 664-0180

60. 747-0940A

61. 747-0939

62. 747-0937

63. 631-0071

Part Description

Flat Washer .510 ID x 1.120 OD

Hex Jam Nut 1/4-28
Belt Keeper

Bearing

Extension Spring

Flange Spacer

Idler Bracket Assembly

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x 1.0
Bearing Sleeve

Flat Washer .865 ID x 1.45 OD
Oil Seal

Upper Housing Assembly
Cable Bracket

Bearing
Thrust Washer .504 ID x .70 OD

Pivot Bracket

Flange Bearing
Output Shaft 6T
Gear 34T

Bearing
Pinion Shaft 10T

Thrust Washer 3/8 x .70
Thrust Washer .388 x .625
Lower Housing Assembly

Hex Screw 1/2-20 x .75
Shaft Assembly

Grassbag
Support Rod w/Rope Guide

Pivot Rod
Grassbag Frame

Grassbag Cover

23

EngineManualforKawasakiEngine

SAFETYAWARENESS

,_ WARNING: Whenever you see the symbols shown on the left, heed their instructions!Always follow safe

operating and maintenance practices.

FORWARD

We wish to thank you for purchasing this Kawasaki engine. Please read this Owner's manual carefully before
starting your new engine so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your engine's
control, its features, capabilities and limitations. Also read the manual of the equipment to which this engine

is attached. To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your engine, give it the proper care and maintenance
described in this manual.

Always keep this manual at your fingertip so that you can refer to itwhenever you need information. This

manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine and should remain with the engine when it is
sold. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our prior written permission.
This publication includesthe latest information available at the time of printing. However, there may be minor
differences between the actual product and illustrations and text in this manual. All products are subject to
change without prior notice or obligation.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION .................................................. 25

GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................... 27

FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................. 28

PREPARATION ...................................................................................... 28

Fuel............................................................................................. 27

Engine Oil ................................................................................... 27

STARTING .............................................................................................. 29

Starting Engine ........................................................................... 29

OPERATING ........................................................................................... 29

Anti-engine inclination ................................................................. 28

STOPPING .............................................................................................. 29

Stopping Engine ......................................................................... 29

ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................ 30

Engine Speed Adjustment .......................................................... 30

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 30

Periodic Maintenance Chart ....................................................... 29

Oil Level Check ........................................................................... 29

Oil Change .................................................................................. 29

Air Cleaner Service ..................................................................... 30

Spark Plug Service ..................................................................... 30

STORAGE ............................................................................................... 33

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................ 34

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ......................................................... 34

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 34

24

READTHISFIRST

_lb WARNING: Never allow children to operate the engine or equipment.

Keep people and pets out of area where you are using the engine or equipment.
Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing. It may catch on moving parts or controls, leading to the risk of

accident.

Never consume alcohol or drug before or while operating this engine.
Do not run the engine in a closed area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly

poison.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain condition.
Stop engine and allow the engine to cool before refueling.

Do not smoke. Make sure area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks including the

pilot light of any appliance while refueling, servicing fuel system, draining gasoline and/or adjusting
carburetor.

Do not fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the filler neck. If the tank is overfilled, heat may cause the fuel

to expand and overflow through the vents in the tank cap.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline immediately.
To prevent fire hazard:

Keep the engine at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from buildings, obstructions and other burnable objects.
Do not place flammable objects close to the engine.
Do not expose combustible materials to the engine exhaust.
Do not use the engine on any forest covered, bush covered or grass covered unimproved land unless spark

arrester is installed on the muffler.
To avoid getting an electric shock, do not touch spark plug, plug cap or spark plug lead during engine

running.
To avoid a serious bum, do not touch a hot engine or muffler. The engine becomes hot during operation.

Before you service or remove parts, stop engine and allow the engine to cool.
Do not place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts.
Do not run engine at excessive speeds. This may result in injury.

Always remove the spark plug lead from spark plug when servicing the engine to prevent accidental
starting.

EmissionControlInformation

Fuel Information

THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON
UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE ONLY.

A minimum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is
recommended. The antiknock index is posted on

service station pumps in the U.S.A.
To protect the environment in which we all live,

Kawasaki has incorporated an exhaust emission
control system in compliance with applicable
regulations of the United States Environmental

Protection Agency and the California Air Resources

Board. Also, depending on when your engine was
produced, it may have an assigned emissions durability
pedod. * See below for the engine emissions durability
period that may apply to your engine.

ExhaustEmissionControlSystem

The exhaust emission control system applied to this
engine consists of a fuel system and an ignition system
having optimum ignition timing charactedstics. The fuel
system has been calibrated to provide lean air/fuel
mixture characteristics and optimum fuel economy with
a suitable air cleaner and exhaust system

A sealed-type crankcase emission control system is
also used to eliminate blow-by gasses. The blow-by

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gasses are led to a breather chamber through the
crankcase and from there to the air cleaner.

EngineEmissionsCompliancePeriod

California

Model Year - 2006 and later Vertical Crankshaft

Durability Period - 500 hours

All Other States

Model Year - 2003 and later (new)
2007 and later (carry over)

Durability Period - 500 hours (Category A}

If your engine has an assigned emissions durability
period it will be located on the certification label
attached to the engine (IMPORTANT ENGINE

INFORMATION).
HighAltitudePerformanceAdjustmentInformation

To improve the EMISSIONS CONTROL

PERFORMANCE of engines operated above 1,000
meters (3,300 feet), Kawasaki recommends the
following Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and
the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved

modifications.

NOTE: When properly performed, these specified

modifications only are not considered to be emissions
system "tampering" and engine performance is
generally unchanged as a result.

InstallationInstructions:

High altitude adjustment requires replacement of
carburetor main jet. Installation of these optional parts
may be performed by an authorized Kawasaki dealer,
or the consumer, following repair recommendations
specified in the appropriate Kawasaki Service Bulletin.

MaintenanceandWarranty

Proper maintenance isnecessary to ensure that your
engine will continue to have low emission levels. This

Owner's Manual contains those maintenance
recommendations for your engine. Those items

identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart are

necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable
standards.

As the owner of the engine, you have the responsibility
to make sure that the recommended maintenance is

carried out according to the instructions in this Owner's
Manual at your own expense.

The Kawasaki Limited Emission Control System
Warranty requires that you return your engine to an
authorized Kawasaki dealer for remedy under warranty.
Please read the warranty carefully, and keep it valid by
complying with the owner's obligations it contains.

Tamperingwith EmissionControlSystemProhibited

Federal law and California State law prohibit the
following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or
rendering inoperative by any person other than for
purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of
any device or element of design incorporated into any
new engine for the purposes of emission control prior to
its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is
in use, or (2) the use of the engine after such device or
element of design has been removed or rendered
inoperative by any person.

Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering
are the acts listed below:

Do not tamper with the original emission related parts:

Carburetor and internal parts
Spark Plug
Magneto or electronic ignition system

Fuel filter element
Air cleaner elements
Crankcase

Cylinder head
Breather chamber and internal parts
Intake pipe and tube

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GeneralInformation

Locationof SafetyRelatedLabels

Figure 1

a. Warning
b. Engine Maintenance

AWARNING

_*FOR SAFEOPERATION

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Figure 3

A. Fuel Tank Cap
B. Fuel Tank (capacity 2.0L [0.528US gal.])

C. Fuel Tube
D. Carburetor

E. Priming Pump
F. Air Cleaner

G. Recoil starter
H. Recoil Starter Grip

I. Oil Drain Plugs (engine oil capacity 0.65L [0.69US
gal.])

I_ENQ INE MAINTENANOE 71

UI REFER TO ON_ER'S N_NIIALFOR FURTHER INFO_MAIJOH _

EngineSerialNumber
The engine serial number is your only means of

identifying your particular engine from others of the
same model type.This engine serial number is needed
by your dealer when ordering parts. Refer to Figure 2.

Figure 2

Figure 4

J. Oil Gauge / Filler Cap
K. Spark Plug Cap / Spark Plug

L. Muffler
M. P.T.O. Shaft

Tune-upSpecifications

ITEM SPECIFICATION

• Valve Clearance • ]N 0.12mm(0,005 in,)

• EX 0.12mm{0,005 in,}

• Ignition Timing • Unadjustable

• High Idle Speed • 3200 r/min (rpm)

• Spark Plug Gap • 0.7- 0.8mm(0,028-0,032 in.)

• Other Specifica- • NO OTHER ADJUSTMENT
tions NEEDED

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FuelAndOilRecommendations

Fuel

Use only clean, fresh, unleaded regular grade

gasoline.

OctaneRating

The octane rating of a gasoline is a measure of its
resistance to "knocking".Use a minimum of 87 octane of

the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock
index is posted on service station pumps in the U.S.A.

NOTE: If "knocking or pinging" occurs, use a different

brand of gasoline orhigher octane rating.

CAUTION: Do not mix oil with gasoline
OxygenatedFuel

Oxygenates (either ethanol or MTBE) are added to the
gasoline. If you use the oxygenated fuel be sure it is
unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating
requirement.The following are the EPA approved

percentages of fuel oxygenates.

ETHANOL: (Ethyl or Grain Alcohol)

You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by
volume.

MTBE: (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)

You may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by
volume.

METHANOL: (Methyl or Wood Alcohol) 5% by volume

You may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by
volume, as long as italso contains co solvents and
corrosion inhibitorsto protect the fuel system.

Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol byvolume
may cause starting and/or performance problems. It
may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of
your fuel system.

dl_ WARNING: Gasoline is extremely

flammable and can be explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke. Make sure the area

is well ventilated and free from any source of
flame or sparks; this includes any appliance
with a pilot light. Never fill the tank so the fuel

level rises into the filler neck. If the tank is
overfitled, heat may cause the fuel to expand

and overflow through the vents in the tank cap.

EngineOil

The following engine oils are recommended:
API Service Classification: SF, SG, SH, or SJ.

OilViscosity

Choose the viscosity according to the temperature
following chart in Figure 5.

-2C C -10°C O°C 10°C 20°C 30°C 40°C

Figure 5

NOTE: Using multi grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and

10W-40) will increase oil consumption. Check oil level

more frequently when using them.

Figure 6

Preparation

Fuel

Level the engine (equipment) before fueling.
Remove the fuel tank cap.
Slowly pour fuel into the fuel tank to bottom (B) of

the filler (A).
Do not overfill the fuel tank, fill only to bottom (B) of the
filler (A) to prevent spill out of the fuel from the tank cap.

Fuel Tank Capacity, 2.0 L (0.528 us.gal)

Close the tank cap securely by turning it clockwise
as far as it will go.

EngineOil

Check the engine oil level daily before starting the
engine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may cause
serious damage to the engine such as seizure.

Place the engine (equipment) on level surface.
Clean area around the oil gauge before removing it.
Remove the oil gauge (A) and wipe it with clean

cloth.
Pour the oil slowly to "FULL" mark on the oil gauge.

Insert the oil gauge into the oil filler (B)WlTHOUT
SCREWING IT IN.

Remove the oil gauge to check the oil level. Level
should be between "ADD" and "FULL" marks. Do

not overfill.
Install and tighten the oil gauge.

Engine Oil Capacity, 0.65 L (0.69 us.qt)

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CAUTION:The engine is shipped without
engine oil.

Figure 7

DO NOT let the recoil starter grip snap back
itself. This may cause damage to the recoil
starter assembly.
Hold the brake control lever (A) on the equipment
against the handle (B) on the equipment.
Pull the recoil starter grip ((3) slowly untilyou feel
compression, then pull fast and steady.

Starting

BandPad System

Upon releasing the brake control lever on the

equipment, the cutting blade and the engine will stop
automatically.

Therefore, the brake control lever must be held against
the handle while the engine is started and running.

StartingEngine

Fully push the priming button (A) by thumb only
once.

NOTE: When the engine is already warm or on hot

days, do not push the priming button to prevent faulty
starting engine caused by flooding carburetor.

Figure 8

CAUTION:

DO NOT start the engine when the cutting blade
is in contact with long, uncut grass, it may

cause difficulties in starting and damage to the
recoil starter.

DO NOT attempt to start the engine when the
brake control lever on the equipment is

released from your hands; this may cause
damage to the recoil starter or pad system of

the engine.
DO NOT pull the recoil starter grip out of the

end.

Figure 9

A. Brake Control Lever
B. Handle

C. Recoil Starter Grip

Warmingup
CAUTION: Allow engine to warm up before loading.

This will allow oil to reach all the engine parts, and
the piston clearance to reach design specification,

before the engine is ready for loading.

After engine starts, warm up the engine, run it for a

few minutes.

Operating

Anti-engine inclination
This engine will operate continuously at angles up

to 30°in any direction.

Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment

this engine powers.

Because of equipment design or application, there
may be more stringent restrictions regarding the

angle of operation.

CAUTION: Do not operate this engine continuously
at angles exceeding 30° in any direction. Engine

damage could result from insufficient lubrication.

Stopping

StoppingEngine

Release the brake control lever (A) on the equipment
from the handle (B) on the equipment to stop the engine

and the cutting blade.

A. Brake Control Lever

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B. Handle

Figure 10

Adjustment

EngineSpeedAdjustment

NOTE: DO not tamper with the governor setting or the

carburetor setting to increase the engine speed. Each
carburetor is adjusted at the factory with either a cap or
stop plate installed on the mixture screw. Any
adjustments must be performed an authorized

Kawasaki dealer.

MAINTENANCE

DAILY

Check oil level and add engine oil
Check for loose or lost nuts and

screws
Check for fuel and oi_ leakage

Check for brake control Jever

function

MAINTENANCE

INTERVAL

FIRST 8 EVERY 25 EVERY 50 EVERY 100 EVERY 200 EVERY 300

HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS

• I I I I

• I I I I I I

Check or clean recoil starter and • • I
air intake screen Tighten nuts
and screws

Clean air cleaner foam element • • •
Clean air cleaner paper element • •

Change engine oil • •
Clean and re-gap spark Plug •
Replace air cleaner paper I I I I I I I
element

Clean dust and dirt from cylinder I I I I I I
and cylinder head fins

Clean combustion chamber •
Check and adiust valve clearance •

Clean and !ap valve seating I I I I I I I
surface

Periodic Maintenance Chart

NOTE: The service intervals indicated are to be used as a guide. Service should be performed more frequently as

necessary by operating condition. Service more frequently under dusty conditions.

OilLevelCheck

Check oil level daily and before each operation. Be sure
oil level is maintained. See PREPARATION.

OilChange

_b WARNING: Hot engine oil can cause severe

bums. Allow engine temperature to drop from
hot to warm before draining and handling oil.

Change oil after first 8 hours of operation. Thereafter
change oil every 50 hours.

Run the engine to warm oil.
Be sure the engine (equipment) is level.
Stop the engine.

Two alternate methods of draining oil are described in
the following lines. For convenient handling, the first

method is recommended.

1.Draining0il FromCrank Case

Tip the mower as shown in Figure 11 below.
Remove the dipstick from the engine and pour
entire oil from the crank case into an appropriate

container.

,_ WARNING: Before tipping the equipment,

make sure to run the engine till fuel runs dry.

WARNING: While tipping the engine, keep

muffler side down as shown below.

3O

Putthemowerbacktoitsoperatingposition(onall
fourwheels).

Dipstick_

Tilt mower soengine
tips thisway

Figure 11

2. Using0il DrainPlug
IMPORTANT:The oil drain plug on this engine is located

at the bottom and can only be accessed by removing
the baffle and other components. This method of
draining oil involves complicated steps. The first
method, described earlier, is simpler and takes less
time; hence it is the preferred method.

Run the engine for a few minutes and stop the
engine. Tip the mower as shown in Figure 12.
Access the oil drain plug by removing the baffle and
other components following instructions in
"Changing Belts" section on page 14. See Figure

12 for location of the baffle.

Remove the oil drain plug from bottom of the
engine. See Figure 12 inset for location of the oil
drain plug. Drain oil into suitable container.

A. Oil Drain Plug (on

bottom of engine)

Figure 12

Reinstall the oil drain plug.
Reinstall the baffle and other components removed

earlier. Make sure to secure these now.
Put the mower back on its four wheels and on level

ground.

RefillingFreshOil

Remove dipstick and refill with new oil (See FUEL

AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS chapter).

NOTE: If you followed the second method of draining
oil, the dipstick is already removed from the engine.

Check the oil level (See PREPARATION chapter),
and secure dipstick to the filler plug.

_lb WARNING: Engine oil is toxic substance.

Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your local
authorities for approved disposal methods for

possible recycling.

CoolingSystemCleaning

Before each use, make sure recoil starter (A) is free
from grass and debris to prevent engine overheating.

Figure 13

AirCleanerService

CAUTION: To prevent excessive engine wear, do
not run the engine with the air cleaner

,_ WARNING: Clean the elements in a well-

ventilated area and take care that there are no
sparks or flame anywhere near the working

area, this includes any appliance with a pilot
light. Do not use gasoline or low flash-point

solvents to clean the element. A fire or
explosion could result.

Unfasten the air cleaner case (C) fastened with the
air cleaner body (D) by sliding the two fasteners (A)

toward the recoil starter (B).Then, with two hands,

pulling the two latches (E) toward you and upward
as shown, separate the air cleaner case from the air
cleaner body.

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Figure 14

A. Fasteners

B. Recoil Starter

C. Air Cleaner Case

D. Air Cleaner body
E. Latches

Remove the paper element (A) and the foam element

(B) from the air cleaner body (C).

Figure 15

A. Paper Element

B. Foam Element

C. Air Cleaner body

FoamElement

Clean the foam element every 25 hours.
Wash the element in detergent and water, and dry it

thoroughly.
CAUTION: Do not oil foam element.

Paper Element

Clean the paper element every 100 hours.
Clean the element by tapping gently to remove
dust. If very dirty, replace the element.
Replace paper-element yearly or every 300 hours.

CAUTION: Do not wash paper-element. Do not use

pressurized air to clean or dry paper element.

NOTE: Operating in a dusty condition may require

more frequent maintenance than above.

Reinstall the foam element and then the paper
element on the air cleaner body.

Reinstall the air cleaner case on the air cleaner
body by first fitting the projection (B) on the edge of

the air cleaner case into the slit (A) in the air cleaner
body. Then, sliding the fasteners (C) toward the air
cleaner case, securely fasten the air cleaner case
with the air cleaner body.

Figure 16

A. Slit in the air cleaner body
B. Projection on the air cleaner case

C. Fasteners
CAUTION: After servicing the air cleaner, be sure

all the removed parts are reinstalled properly in
place. Failure to secure fastening of the air cleaner
case with the air cleaner body may cause dirt or
other foreign materials to enter the engine, while it
is running, through the air cleaner, resulting in
engine troubles or failures.

_ WARNING: Hot engine components can

cause severe burns. Stop engine and allow itto
cool before checking spark plug.

Clean or replace the spark plug and reset gap (A)
every 100 hours of operation.
Disconnect the spark plug cap from spark plug and
remove the spark plug.
Clean the electrodes (B) by scraping or with a wire
brush to remove carbon deposits.
Inspect for cracked porcelain or other wear and
damage. Replace the spark plug with a new one if
necessary.
Check the spark plug gap and reset itif necessary.

The gap must be between 0.7 and 0.8 mm (0.028

and 0.032").
To change the gap, bend only the side-electrode, using
a spark plug tool.

-Install and tighten the spark plug to 23 N-m (2.3kgf-m,

17fMb).

-Fit the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely.

-Pull up the spark plug cap lightly to make sure of the
installation of the spark plug cap.

RecommendedSparkPlug

NGK... BPR5ES

Figure 17

A. Spark Plug Gap
B. Electrodes

CAUTION: Be sure to use the same type of spark
plug for change. Resistor spark plug is required in
some areas by local law.

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Storage

Engine to be stored over 30 days should be completely
drained of fuel (gasoline) to prevent gum deposits
forming on essential carburetor parts and fuel system.

_b WARNING: Gasoline is extremely

flammable and can be explosive under certain
conditions. Drain gasoline before storing the

equipment for extended periods. Drain
gasoline in a well-ventilated area away from
any source of flame or sparks, including any
appliances with a pilot light. Store gasoline in
an approved container in safe location.

Remove the spark plug cap from spark plug to
prevent accidental starting the engine.
Empty the fuel from the fuel tank with a pump or
siphon.
Fit the plug cap on the spark plug securely
Start and run the engine at idle speed to used up
the fuel in the fuel system.

_bb WARNING: Before maintaining engine, stop

the engine and allow it cool.

Remove the spark plug and pour approx. 1-2 mL
(0.06-0.1 cu.in) of new engine oil through the plug
hole (A), slowly pull the recoil starter grip several
times and reinstall the spark plug.

Figure 18

A. Spark Plug Hole

Slowly pull the recoil starter grip until you feel
compression and leave it there.

Clean every part of the engine.
After period of storage, change engine oil.

(Refer to "Oil Change" section in
"MAINTENANCE" section).

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TroubleshootingGuide

Symptom Probable Cause Remedy

Engine won't start Insufficient 1. Faulty piston, cylinder, piston ring, 1. Tighten properly

output is low compression and head gasket

2. Faulty valves

3. Loose spark plug

4. Loose cylinder head bolts

No fuel in fuel tank
Blocked rue tube

Blocked air vent in fuel tank cap
Faulty carburetor

Over-rich fuel/air mixture

Clogged air cleaner
Faulty carburetor
Incorrect grade/type of fuel

Water in fuel
Faulty spark plug

Faulty ignition coil
Faulty engine switch

No fuel to 1.

combustion chamber 2.

3.

4.

Spark plug fouled by 1.
fuel

2.

3.

4.

5.

No spark or weak 1.

spark 2.

3.

Engine Overheats 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

1. Engine speed 1.
won't increase

Low Output Clogged air cleaner

Recoil Starter or cooling air path
clogged with dirt
Insufficient engine oil

carbon built -up in combustion 3. Replenish or change oil
chamber 4.$

Poor ventilation around engine 5. Select a better location
Faulty Governor $

If the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table above

as a guide to troubleshooting.$ Have an authorized Kawasaki dealer perform these service

2. Tighten properly

3. Tighten properly

4. Tighten properly

1. Fill fuel tank

2. Clean

3. Clean

4.$

1. Slowly pull the recoil starter grip with
spark plug removed to discharge
excess fuel. clean spark plug

2.Clean

3.$

4. Change Gasoline

5. Change Gasoline

1. Replace spark plug

2.$

3.$

1. Clean

2. Clean

EnvironmentalProtection

To protect our environment, properly discard used batteries, engine oil, gasoline, coolant, or other components that
you might dispose of in the future.

Consult your authorized Kawasaki dealer or local environmental waste agency for their proper disposal procedure.

Specifications

Type of Engine Air-cooled, 4-stroke OHV, single cylinder, gasoline Engine

Bore X Stroke 65 x 54mm (2.6 x 2.1 in.)
Displacement 179mL (109. cu.in.)
Ignition system Solid-state ignition

Starting system Recoil starter

Dry weight 13.5kg (29.1b)

Specifications subject to change without notice

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Kawasaki Limited Warranty: California And Federal

Emission Control Systems: Small Off-Road Engines

The California Air Resources Board, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (hereinafter "Kawasaki")
are pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your Kawasaki small off-road engine. In California and other states, new small

off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards. Kawasaki must warrant the emission control system
on your small off-road engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small
off-road engine. Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel-injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic
converter. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emission related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Kawasaki
will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is Performed at a Kawasaki small off-road engine
dealer), parts and labor.

OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES. The following obligations must be fulfilled by the owner to maintain the validity of the Kawasaki
California / EPA Emissions Systems Warranty:

(a) As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner's manual.

Kawasaki recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but Kawasaki cannot deny warranty

solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

(b) You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to an authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine Dealer as soon as a problem

exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

(c) AS the small off-road engine owner, you should also be aware that Kawasaki may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or

a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

(d) If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., Consumer

Services Department, 5080 36th Street, S.E. Grand Rapids, M149512, 616/949-6500.

f. COVERAGE. Kawasaki warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the small off-road engine is free from defects in

materials and workmanship which cause a failure of a warranted part for a period of two years. Kawasaki is liable for damages to other engine
components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. The 1995 and later small off-road engines are warranted for two

years in California. In all other states, f 997 and later model year small off-road engines are warranted for two years. If any emission-related
part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Kawasaki. This warranty time period shall begin on the date the small
off?road engine is delivered to the initial purchaser, or on the date the small off?road engine is first placed in service.

Warranty defects shall be remedied during customary business hours at any authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine dealer located within the
United States of America. Any manufacturer-approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs
on emission-related parts, and must be provided without charge to the owner if the part is still under warranty. Any part or parts replaced under this
warranty shall become the property of Kawasakk

The emission related warranted parts are specifically defined by the California Air Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List. (EPA's
regulations do not include a parts list, but EPA considers emission-related parts to include all parts listed here.) These warranted parts are:
carburetor and internal parts, spark advance/retard system, cold start enrichment system, magneto or electronic ignition system, catalytic
converter, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, air cleaner element, and spark plugs if failure occurs prior to the first required scheduled
replacement, hoses, clamps, fittings, gaskets, sealing devices, mounting hardware and tubing used directly in these parts.

Since emission related parts may vary slightly from model to model,certain models may not contain all of these parts and certain models may
contain functionally equivalent parts.

2. LIMITATIONS. This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following:
(a) Repair or replacement required as a result of (i) misuse or neglect, (ii) lack of required maintenance. (iii) repairs improperly performed or

replacements improperly installed, (iv) use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Kawasaki specifications which adversely
affect performance and/or durability, (v) alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by KawasakL

(b) Replacement of parts, other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled replacement point.
LIMITED LIABILITY.

(a) The liability of Kawasaki under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in materials or

workmanship by any authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine dealer at its place of business during customary business hours. This
warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the small off-road engine or transportation of the small off-road engine to or from the
Kawasaki Dealer. KAWASAKI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER EXPENSE, LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (EXCEPTION LISTED UNDER COVERAGE) OR EXEMPLARY ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE

SALE OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE KAWASAKI SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINE FOR ANY PURPOSE.

(b) NO EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY KAWASAKI WITH RESPECT TO THE KAWASAKI SMALL

OFF-ROAD ENGINE EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN. ANY EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY IMPLIED
BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS EXPRESSLY

LIMITED TO THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY TERMS SET FORTH HEREIN. THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS OF
WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES.

(c) No dealer is authorized to modify this Kawasaki Limited Emission Control Systems Warranty.
(d) Kawasaki is not liable for parts which are not genuine Kawasaki parts except when genuine Kawasaki parts cause damage to non-Kawasaki

parts.

LEGAL RIGHTS: THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS. THIS WARRANTY

IS IN ADDITION TO THE KAWASAKI LIMITED SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINE WARRANTY.

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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

®

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet

LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in

the United States, its possessions and territories.
"Cub Cadet" warrants this product against defects in material

and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing
on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or
replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in
materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only
apply if this product has been operated and maintained in
accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the
product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse,
commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of
other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the
installation or use of any part, accessory or attachment not
approved by Cub Cadet for use with the product(s) covered
by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting
damage.

Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in

material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from
the date of purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not

limited to items such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower

skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,

WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized
service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your
Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-877-282-8684, or log

on to our Web site at www.cubcadet.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the

following cases:
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items

may carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer
to applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and

conditions.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a sepa

rate one year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch
adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal

deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or

d,

exposure.

Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products

sold or exported outside of the United States, its

possesions and territories, except those sold through
Cub Cadet's authorized channels of export

distribution.

e. Replacement parts that are not genuine Cub Cadet

parts.

f. Service completed by someone other than an

authorized service dealer.

g. Transportation charges and service calls.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose,

applies after the applicable period of express written
warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other

express warranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product,
shall bind Cub Cadet. During the period of the warranty,
the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the
product as set forth above.

The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Cub

Cadet shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses

incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services
or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted
product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how

long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you.

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the

amount of the purchase priceofthe product sold. Alteration

of safety features of the product shall void this warranty.

You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to
you and your property and/or to others and their property
arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased
as a gift.

HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This

limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of

Purchase to obtain warranty coverage.

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