flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be
serviced.
To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine
manual packed with your unit.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once
a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the
start of each mowing season; check engine manual for
correct plug type and gap specifications.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the
cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit
proper air circulation which is essential to engine
performance and life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt
and combustible debris from muffler area.
12. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
(OFF SEASON)
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn
mower for storage.
1. Following the final cut of the season allow the fuel tank
to run dry.
2. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in
the lubrication instructions.
3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
4. Lightly coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease
to prevent rusting.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
NOTE:
- When storing any type of power equipment in an
unventilated or material storage shed;
- Care should be taken to rust-proof the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment,
especially cables and all moving parts.
- Be careful not to bend or kink cables.
- If the starter rope becomes disconnected from rope
guide on handle, disconnect and ground the spark plug
wire, Depress the blade control handle and pull the
starter rope out from engine slowly. Slip the starter
rope into the rope guide bolt on handle.
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