Maintenance
Preparing for Maintenance
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug
before performing any maintenance procedure.
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),
connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
Note: Before tipping the mower to change the oil or
replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to run dry
through normal usage. If you must tip the mower prior
to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove
the fuel. Always tip the mower onto the right side.
Note: Tipping the mower over incorrectly could cause
oil to enter parts of the engine that could cause
problems. If this occurs contact your authorized Pope
dealer immediately before using mower.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear cloth or leather gloves when servicing the
blade.
Replacing the Blade
Check lawnmower blade and adaptor frequently.
Install a new blade and/or blade adaptor if blade
and adaptor bend or are worn.
Important: You will need a torque wrench to install
the blade properly (54Nm to 61Nm). If you do not
have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing
this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of petrol. If
the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it
immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it
sharpened or replace it.
Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install
the dipstick.
2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. If the
oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick,
slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil
level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Do not
overfill.
(Max. fill:0.6L (20 oz)., type: SAE 30 detergent oil.)
3. Install the dipstick.
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Note: Determine the left and right sides of the mower by standing in the operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
1
Whichever comes first
2
C
hange the engine oil after the first 5-10 operating hours.
Maintenance Service
Each Use
1 Year (25 Hours)
1
4 Years (100 Hours)
1
Annual Storage
• Check the engine oil level.
• Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing.
• Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating
conditions.
• Change the engine oil.
2
• Replace the blade or have the blade sharpened; replace it or have it
sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly.
• Replace the spark plug (refer to your engine operator’s manual).
• Clean the cooling system (refer to your engine operator’s manual).
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before annual storage.
Interval Maintenance Procedure
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