Lawn-Boy 10642 User Manual

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Lawn-Boy 10642 Specifications

General

Cutting Height	1.25 - 3.75 in
Weight	72 lbs
Drive Type	Self-Propelled
Deck Material	Steel
Engine Type	4-cycle
Engine Displacement	140cc
Starter Type	Recoil
Cutting Width	21 inches
Warranty	2 years
Drive System	Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity	1.6 qt

Summary

Introduction

Safety Alert Symbol

Explains the safety alert symbol, its meaning, and its significance for hazard warnings.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Safety

General Safety Instructions

Essential safety precautions for operating the mower, including handling and environment.

Slope Operation Safety

Precautions and extra caution required when operating the mower on slopes.

Children Safety

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Safety and Instructional Decals

DANGER/PELIGRO Decal

Decal Identification

Battery Charging Warning

Setup

Unfolding the Handle

Filling the Engine with Oil

Instructions on how to properly fill the engine with oil, including type and quantity.

Installing the Fuse

Operation

Filling the Fuel Tank

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Adjusting the Cutting Height

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the mower's engine using primer and controls.

Using the Self-propel Drive

Stopping the Engine

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Schedule for routine maintenance tasks for the mower.

Preparing for Maintenance

Replacing the Air Filter

Changing the Engine Oil

Charging the Battery

Replacing the Fuse

Replacing the Blade

Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Cable