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Filling the Engine with Oil
Your mower does not come with oil in the engine,
but it does come with a bottle of oil.
1. Remove the dipstick.
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2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil
level reaches the Full line on the dipstick. Do not
overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30W detergent
oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH,
SJ, SL, or higher.)
3. Install the dipstick securely.
Installing the Fuse
Your mower comes with a 40-amp fuse that protects
the electric starter.
Important: You cannot start the mower with the
electric starter or charge the battery unless you install
the fuse.
1. Unclip both ends of the battery cover and
remove it.
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2. Install the fuse in
the fuse holder as
shown.
Note: Your mower
comes with a fuse in
your ownerās packet and
another fuse in the
battery box.
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3. Install the battery cover.
Charging the Battery
Refer to Charging the Battery on page 13.
Before Operating
Danger
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can
burn you and others.
S To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or
mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
S Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills.
S Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks.
S Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out of the reach of children.
Warning
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing
serious injury.
S Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
S Do not put your fingers under the housing when adjusting the cutting height.