CARBURETORADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: if any adjustments are
made to the engine while the engine is
running(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces andmuffler.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required
to compensate for differences in fuel,
temperature, altitude and load. To adjust
carburetor, refer to the separate engine manual
packedwithyour mower.
NOTE: A dirtyair cleaner will cause an engine to
run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and
attached to the carburetor before adjusting
carburetor.
SECTION 9: LUBRICATION
WARNING: Always stop engine and
,_ disconnect spark plug wire before
cleaning, lubricatingor doing any kind of
work on lawnmower.
Blade
Control Handle
Figure 20
Blade Control: Lubricatethe pivotpoints on the
blade control handle and the brake cable at least
once a season with light oil. See Figure 20. The
bladecontrolmust operate freely in bothdirections.
Rear Discharge Door: The torsionsprings and
pivot points should be lubdcated periodically with
light oil to prevent any rust or binding. Door must
workfreely.
Wheels: The wheels require no lubrication.
However, 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 oil may
also be used.
Engine: Follow engine manual for lubrication
instructions.
SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE
_hb ARNING: Be sure to disconnect and &
ground the spark plug wire before
performing any repairs or maintenance.
NOTE: When tippingthe unit,empty the fuel tank
and keepenginesparkplugside up.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Refer to page 16 ofthis manual for trouble shooting
information.
CUTrlNG BLADE
When removingthe cuttingblade for sharpeningor
replacement, protect hands by using heavy gloves
or a rag to grasp the cuttingblade. Removethe bolt
and blade support or bell washer which hold the
blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft.
Remove the blade and adapter from the crankshaft.
WARNING: Periodically inspect the
blade adapter for cracks, especially if you
strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary.
Whensharpening the blade, follow the originalangle
of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that
eachcuttingedge receivesan equal amountof grind-
ingto preventan unbalanced blade. An unbalanced
bladewill cause excessivevibrationwhen rotatingat
high speeds, may cause damage to the mower and
couldbreak,causingpersonalinjury.
The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round
shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy side
until it balances evenly. It is recommended that the
blade always be removed from the adapter for the
best test of balance.
Beforereassemblingthe blade and the bladeadapter
to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the
inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil (or
engine oil).Lubricatingthe belt holes, boltsand inner
surfaceofthe nuts is alsorecommended.
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