7021RC
Operator's Manual / 96143005700 / 2009-12
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement
bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to
cool before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Neverattempttomakewheelheightadjustmentswhile
the engine (motor) is running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s recom-
mended parts, when necessary.
Mower blade is sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing it.
Donotchangetheenginegovernorsettingoroverspeed
the engine.
Never store the machine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water
heater or on other appliances.
Neverfillcontainersinsideavehicle,onatruckortrailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthetruckortrailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
orcontaineropeningatalltimesuntilfuelingiscomplete.
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-
ately.
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securely.
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V. GENERAL SERVICE
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Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
(motor) running. Disconnect spark plug wire, and keep
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new lawn
mower. Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufactured
togiveyouthebestpossibledependabilityandperformance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity
and Type:
1.0 Quarts
(Unleaded Regular Only)
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service
center/department. We have competent, well-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this
lawn mower.
Oil Type (API SG–SL):
SAE 30 (above 0°C / 32°F)
SAE 10W-30 (below 0°C / 32°F)
Oil Capacity:
Spark Plug:
18.5 Ounces
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower
properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.
NGK BPR6ES (Gap: .030")
Valve Clearance:
( 0.04 mm)
Intake: 0.015 mm
Exhaust: 0.020 mm
SERIAL
Blade Bolt Torque:
35-40 ft. lbs.
NUMBER: _________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
THEMODELANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND
ON ADECALATTACHEDTOTHEREAROFTHELAWN
MOWER HOUSING.
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Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your lawn mower.
YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Followtheinstructionsunder“Maintenance”and“Stor-
age” sections of this owner’s manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3
MAINTENANCE......................................................10-12
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................13-14
STORAGE...............................................................15-16
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................. 17
WARRANTY................................................................. 18
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 3
ASSEMBLY.................................................................... 4
OPERATION ...............................................................5-9
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 10
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ASSEMBLY
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE.
Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping
purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts
bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened
securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON
1. Remove loose parts included with mower.
2. Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel
down flat.
HANDLE PIN
SQUEEZE
3. Removeallpackingmaterialsexceptpaddingbetween
upper and lower handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
HANDLE
BRACKET
4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor-
ougly for additional loose parts.
HOW TO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Figs. 1 and 2)
IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS
NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.
1. Raise lower handle section to operating position and
squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards
each other until the pin in handle can be inserted into
one of the three height adjustment holes.
2. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle sec-
tion into place on lower handle and tighten both handle
knobs.
FIG. 2
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
(See Fig. 3)
3. Remove any packing material from around control bar.
1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part
of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is
outside of the bag top.
Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing comfort.
Referto“ADJUSTHANDLE”intheServiceandAdjustments
section of this manual.
2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROL
BAR
MOWING
POSITION
NOTE: Ifvinylbindingsaretoostiff,holdtheminwarmwater
for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using.
FRAME
HANDLE
LIFT
UP
LIFT
UP
UPPER
HANDLE
HANDLE
KNOB
FRAME
OPENING
VINYL
BINDINGS
FIG. 3
LOWER
HANDLE
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mulcher. To convert mower to bagging or discharging,
see “TO CONVERT MOWER” in the Operation section of
this manual.
FIG. 1
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER.
Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand
their meaning.
OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR
HANDLE KNOB
DRIVE
CONTROL
LEVERS
DRIVE COVER
GASOLINE FILLER CAP
STARTER
HANDLE
SINGLE POINT HEIGHT
ADJUSTER HANDLE
GRASS
CATCHER
FUEL VALVE LEVER
AIR FILTER
ENGINE OIL CAP
WITH DIPSTICK
MULCHER
DOOR
MUFFLER
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
SPARK PLUG
HOUSING
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Our rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute
and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. WARNING: The blade turns when the engine is running.
STARTER HANDLE – used for starting the engine.
OPERATORPRESENCECONTROLBAR–must beheld
down to the handle to start the engine. Release to stop
the engine.
SINGLE POINT HEIGHT ADJUSTER – used to adjust
cutting height of lawn mower.
DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS – used to engage power-
propelled forward motion lawn mower.
MULCHER DOOR – allows conversion to discharge or
bagging operation.
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OPERATION
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or per-
forming any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask
over spectacles.
3. Operate mower to test drive speed. Readjust as re-
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
quired.
ENGINE SPEED
4. If condition fails to improve after the above steps (for-
ward speed remains the same), your drive belt is worn
and should be replaced.
The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum per-
formance. Speed is not adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
CAUTION: Federal regulations require
anenginecontroltobeinstalledonthis
lawnmowerinordertominimizetherisk
of blade contact injury. Do not under
any circumstances attempt to defeat
thefunctionoftheoperatorcontrol.The
bladeturnswhentheengineisrunning.
ADJUSTMENT TURNBUCKLE
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Yourlawnmowerisequippedwithanoperatorpresence
controlbarwhichrequirestheoperatortobepositioned
behindthemowerhandletostartandoperatethemower.
FIG. 5
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)
Both rear wheels are adjusted by a single lever on the left
DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 4)
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rear wheel.
Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator
presence control bar down to the handle and pulling
either drive control lever rearward to the handle. The
further toward the handle a lever is pulled, the faster
the unit will travel.
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Pulladjusterlevertowardwheel.Toraisemower,move
leverforwardtodesiredposition.Tolowermower,move
the lever toward the rear.
NOTE: There are seven (7) height adjustment positions
for the rear wheels.
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Forwardmotionwillstopwheneithertheoperatorpres-
encecontrolbaroradrivecontrolleverarereleased.To
stopforwardmotionwithoutstoppingengine, releasea
drivecontrolleveronly. Holdoperatorpresencecontrol
bar down against handle to continue mowing without
self-propelling.
Both front wheels are adjusted as follows:
1. Remove wheel, bolt, and hardware and reassemble in
desired adjustment hole.
2. Reinstall wheel components in the same order as they
were before removal. Tighten securely.
NOTE: If after releasing the drive control the mower will
not roll backwards, push the mower forward slightly to
disengage drive wheels.
NOTE: There are seven (7) height adjustment holes for
the front wheels. Be sure both front wheels are in the
same hole.
OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR
IMPORTANT: Be sure to adjust both front and rear wheels
to the same height.
LEVER BACKWARD
TO LOWER REAR
OF MOWER
HEIGHT ADJUSTER LEVER
LEVER FORWARD
TO RAISE REAR
OF MOWER
DRIVE
CONTROL
LEVERS
TO ENGAGE
DRIVE CONTROL
DRIVE CONTROL
DISENGAGED
FIG. 4
DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 5)
Over time, the drive control system may become “loose”,
resulting in decreased speed. There is a turnbuckle on
the drive control housing to increase tension on the drive
cable. Proceed as follows:
LOCKBAR
(“LOCKED”
POSITION)
O-RING
BOLT
SPACER
LOCKBAR
1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from plug.
(“FREEWHEEL”
POSITION)
WING NUT
WASHER
2. Rotate turnbuckle on drive control to increase drive
speed.
FIG. 6
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OPERATION
CASTER WHEEL OPERATION
5. Lift the round door of the discharge chute and place
the grass catcher into place on the discharge chute.
The front wheels can be “locked” into position or set to
“freewheel”forbettermaneuverability. Placingthelockbars
in the outer holes of the adjustment brackets “locks” the
front wheels. Likewise, placing the lockbars in the inner
holes of the adjustment brackets allows the front wheels
to spin freely (“freewheel”).
NOTE: Be sure the grass catcher is securely locked in
place and the round door of the discharge chute rests on
the grass catcher as shown.
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Mower is now ready for rear bagging operation.
Toconverttomulchingoperation,removegrasscatcher
and discharge chute. Secure mulcher door to mower
housing with knob.
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Lift lockbar until the frontmost end clears the adjust-
ment bracket, then pivot lockbar to desired position.
IMPORTANT: Front wheels must be “locked” into position
when operating on a slope. Mow across the face of slopes:
never up and down.
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Toconverttosidedischargingoperation,removegrass
catcher and discharge chute. Install side discharge
deflector and secure it to lawn mower housing with
knob.
TO CONVERT MOWER (See Figs. 7 thru 9)
Yourlawnmowerwasshippedreadytobeusedasamulcher.
To convert to rear bagging or side discharging:
REAR HANDLE
CROSSBAR
REAR BAGGING
GRASS
CATCHER
1. Remove knob securing mulcher door to lawn mower
housing.
MULCHER
DOOR
KNOB
THREADED
STUD
ROUND
DOOR
SIDE
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
KNOB
DISCHARGE
CHUTE
FIG. 7
THREADED
STUD
2. Open mulcher door and insert tabs of discharge chute
into hinge bracket opening and position rear of chute
over threaded stud.
DISCHARGE
CHUTE TABS
MULCHER DOOR
FIG. 9
SIDE DISCHARGING
1. Grass catcher and discharge chute must be re-
moved.
2. Open mulcher door and install front of side discharge
deflector beneath it as shown.
3. Secure rear of side discharge deflector to lawn mower
housing with knob.
MULCHER
HINGE BRACKET
DOOR
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Mower is now ready for side discharging operation.
FIG. 8
To convert to mulching operation, side discharge de-
flector must be removed and mulcher door secured to
mower housing with knob.
3. Secure rear of discharge chute to lawn mower housing
with knob.
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To convert to rear bagging operation, side discharge
deflector must be removed; discharge chute and grass
catcherinstalledanddischargechutesecuredtomower
housing with knob.
4. Place rear handle of grass catcher on the crossbar of
the lawn mower's lower handle as shown.
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OPERATION
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER
1. Open round door of discharge chute to move starter
WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER
rope out and away from grass catcher.
FOR MULCHING -
1. Rear mulcher plug installed.
2. Mulcher door closed.
2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from lawn mower
using both front and rear handles.
3. Empty clippings from grass catcher using both rear
handle and strap. The weight of the grass will open
the door.
FOR REAR BAGGING -
1. Rear mulcher plug removed.
2. Grass catcher installed.
3. Mulcher door closed.
4. Snap door shut over frame before installing grass
catcher on mower.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause
unnecessary wear.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -
1. Rear mulcher plug installed.
2. Discharge deflector installed.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
CAUTION: Donotrunyourlawnmower
ADD OIL (See Fig. 12)
withoutmulcherplugorapprovedgrass
catcherinplace. Neverattempttooper-
ate the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.
Yourlawnmowerisshippedwithoutoilintheengine.Fortype
and grade of oil to use, see “ENGINE” in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil,oritwillsmokeheavilyfromthemuf-
fler on startup.
TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
(See Figs. 10 and 11)
FRONT HANDLE
1. Be sure lawnmower is level.
2. Remove oil fill cap / dipstick from oil fill spout.
OPEN
3. Engine holds 18.5 ounces of oil. Pour oil slowly. Do
not overfill. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle. Use
gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert
dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the
tube. DO NOT thread the cap into the tube when tak-
ing reading.
4. Insert and tighten oil fill cap / dipstick.
IMPORTANT:
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Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill
to full line on dipstick.
ROUND DOOR
STARTER ROPE
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Changetheoilafterevery25hoursofoperationoreach
season. You may need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See “TO CHANGE EN-
GINE OIL” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
FIG. 10
OIL FILL CAP/
DIPSTICK
GASOLINE
FILLER CAP
REAR
HANDLE
STRAP
FRONT
HANDLE
UPPER LOWER
MARK
MARK
FIG. 12
FIG. 11
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OPERATION
ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 12)
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MOWING TIPS
Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not over-
CAUTION:Donotusede-thatcherblade
fill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with
a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30
days to assure fuel freshness.
attachments on your mower. Such at-
tachments are hazardous, will damage
yourmowerandcouldvoidyourwarranty.
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Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it
may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce
pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine
and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It may also be
necessarytoreducegroundspeed and/orrunthelawn
mower over the area a second time.
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol
or using ethanol or methanol) can at-
tractmoisturewhichleadstoseparation
and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys-
tem of an engine while in storage. To
avoidengineproblems,thefuelsystem
should be emptied before storage of
30 days or longer. Empty the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the
fuellinesandcarburetorareempty. Use
fresh fuel next season. See Storage
Instructionsforadditionalinformation.
Neveruseengineorcarburetorcleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
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For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions,
the engine speed should be set in the fast position.
Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with
dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less
grass. To prevent this, regularly hose catcher off with
water and let dry before using.
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Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of
grass clippings and chaff. This will help engine air flow
and extend engine life.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER
HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE
“CLEANING”INTHEMAINTENANCESECTIONOFTHISMANUAL.
TO STOP ENGINE
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To stop engine, release operator presence control bar.
Wait until blade and all moving parts have stopped and
turn fuel valve to OFF position if you do not intend to
restart the engine soon.
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The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip-
pings many times and reduce them in size so that as
they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass
and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biode-
grade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this
will provide the best recutting action of the blades.
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13)
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small
amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of
the product and should be considered normal.
1. Be sure fuel valve is in the ON position.
2. Move choke lever to ON ( ) position.
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Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends
to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.
The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.
At this time the grass has dried, yet the newly cut area
will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
3. Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle
andpullstarterhandlequickly.Donotallowstarterrope
to snap back.
For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height
so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third
of the grass blades (See Fig. 14). If the lawn is over-
grown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to
reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading
the engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass. For
extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut by
overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
NOTE: The choke lever automatically begins moving to
the OFF position when operator presence control bar is
held down to handle.
CHOKE LEVER
OFF
MAX 1/3
ON
)
(
OFF
ON
FIG. 14
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Certaintypesofgrassandgrassconditionsmayrequire
that an area be mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow
across (perpendicular) to the first cut path.
FUEL VALVE LEVER
Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow
northtosouthoneweektheneasttowestthenextweek.
This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.
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FIG. 13
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MAINTENANCE
BEFORE AFTER EVERY
EVERY
EVERY
100
BEFORE
STORAGE
EACH
USE
EACH
USE
10
25 HOURS
HOURS OR SEASON HOURS
Check for Loose Fasteners
Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher *
Check Tires
Check Drive Wheels ***
Clean Lawn Mower ****
Clean under Drive Cover ***
Check Drive Belt / Pulleys ***
Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade
Lubrication
Clean and Recharge Battery **
Check Engine Oil level
Change Engine Oil
Clean Air Filter
Inspect Muffler
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer
(if so equipped)
1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.
2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
*
Electric-Start mowers
Power-Propelled mowers
Use a scraper
to clean under deck
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***
****
5 - And after each 5 hours of use.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
LUBRICATION CHART
The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receivefullvaluefromthewarranty,operatormustmaintain
mower as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments
will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your
unit. At least once a season, check to see if you should
make any of the adjustments described in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.
ENGINE OIL
MULCHER
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At least once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or
replace air filter element and check blade for wear. A
new spark plug and clean/new air filter element assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer.
➀
DOOR
HINGE PIN
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Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check for loose fasteners.
REAR DOOR HINGE
➀
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See “LUBRICATION CHART”).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTIC WHEEL
BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST
AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-
LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE
LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE
HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTING PINS
➀
SPRAY LUBRICANT
➀
➁
TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.
SEE “ENGINE” IN MAINTENANCE SECTION
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MAINTENANCE
Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An
LAWN MOWER
unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn
mower or engine.
Always observe safety rules when performing any main-
tenance.
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The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind-
ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the
mower.
TIRES
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Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem-
icals which can harm rubber.
To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or
wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.
Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal
position. If either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.
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Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.
DRIVE WHEELS
Checkreardrivewheelseachtimeyoumowtobesurethey
move freely. The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc., may be inside the drive wheel and dust
cover area and must be cleaned out to free drive wheels.
TRAILING EDGE
BLADE ADAPTER
If necessary to clean drive wheels, check both rear wheels.
BLADE CARE (See Fig. 15)
Forbestresults,mowerblademustbekeptsharp. Replace
a bent or damaged blade.
CAUTION: Use only a replacement
blade approved by the manufacturer of
yourmower.Usingabladenotapproved
by the manufacturer of your mower is
hazardous, could damage your mower
and void your warranty.
LOCK-
WASHER
TO REMOVE BLADE
HARDENED
WASHER
BLADE
BOLT
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
BLADE
2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and
carburetor are up.
FIG. 15
GRASS CATCHER
3. Use a wood block between blade and mower housing
to prevent blade from turning when removing blade
bolt.
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The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must
be dry when used.
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Check your grass catcher often for damage or dete-
rioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher
needs replacing, replace only with approved replace-
ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts section of this
manual. Give the lawn mower model number when
ordering.
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade
with heavy cloth.
4. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-clockwise.
5. Remove blade and attaching hardware (bolt, lock
washer and hardened washer).
TO REPLACE BLADE
GEAR CASE
1. Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two
(2) holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the
adapter.
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To keep your drive system working properly, the gear
case and area around the drive should be kept clean
and free of trash build-up. Clean under the drive cover
twice a season.
2. Besurethetrailingedgeofblade(oppositesharpedge)
is up toward the engine.
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The gear case is filled with lubricant to the proper level
at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs atten-
tion is if service has been performed on the gear case.
3. Installthebladeboltwiththelockwasherandhardened
washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.
4. Useblockofwoodbetweenbladeandlawnmowerhous-
ing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.
If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Pre-
mium 1 Grease, Part No. 750369. Do not substitute.
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The recommended tightening torque is 35–40 ft. lbs.
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If bolt needs
replacing, replace only with approved bolt shown in the
Repair Parts section of this manual.
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission con-
trol devices and systems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs
mustbeperformedbyanauthorizedenginemanufacturer's
service outlet.
TO SHARPEN BLADE
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if
you do, be sure the blade is balanced.
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MAINTENANCE
7. Continue adding small amounts of oil and rechecking
LUBRICATION
thedipstickuntilitreadsfull. DONOToverfill,orengine
will smoke on startup.
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SG–SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature.
8. Alwaysbesureretightendipstickbeforestartingengine.
9. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
OIL FILL CAP /
DIPSTICK
NOTE: Multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve
starting in cold weather, and you should check your engine
oil level frequently to avoid possible engine damage from
running low on oil.
UPPER
MARK
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least
once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in
one year.
LOWER
MARK
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil
plug securely each time you check the oil level.
FIG. 17
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged
by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
Serviceaircleanermoreoftenunderdustyconditions. See
the maintenance section of your engine manual.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 & 17)
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, empty fuel
tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a
2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface.
fire hazard and/or damage.
3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into
a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth
to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.
SPARK PLUG
Replacesparkplugatthebeginningofeachmowingseason
or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs
first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER
HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN
THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTER EACH USE.
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
fromsparkplugandplacewirewhereit
cannot come in contact with plug.
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•
Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping
to remove build-up of grass and trash.
CONTAINER
Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating. A
clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life.
FIG. 16
4. Wipe off any spilled oil from mower or side of engine.
•
•
Keepfinishedsurfaces/wheelsfreeofgasoline,oil,etc.
5. Fill engine with oil. The engine oil capacity is 18.5 oz.
If oil is not completely drained from engine, you may
not need the entire container of a 20 oz. bottle of oil.
Slowly pour 3/4 of the oil from the container down the
oil fill spout into the engine.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean
lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air
filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.
Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.
6. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle. Use guage on oil
fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into
the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. DO NOT
thread the cap into the tube when taking reading.
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Cleanunderdrivecoveratleasttwiceaseason.Scrapeun-
dersideofcoverwithputtyknifeorsimilartooltoremoveany
build-up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
3. Remove drive cable from anchor, then detach it and
CAUTION: TOAVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE
OR ADJUSTMENTS:
1. Release control bar and stop en-
gine.
return spring from idler arm assembly (See Fig. 19).
DRIVE CABLE HOUSING
ANCHOR HOLE
2. Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from
spark plug and place where it can-
not come in contact with plug.
DRIVE
DRIVE RETURN
SPRING
IDLER ARM
ASSEMBLY
LAWN MOWER
PULLEY BELT
PIVOT
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
FIG. 19
See “TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation
section of this manual.
4. Pivot idler arm assembly to slacken drive belt, then
remove drive belt from drive pulley, belt keepers and
idler arm.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of
your mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that
objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into
the operator's mowing position. If the deflector becomes
damaged, it should be replaced.
5. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and
carburetor are up.
6. Remove screw securing debris shield. Note that the
debris shield has a tab which fits into a gap in the
housing (See Fig. 20).
TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 18–21)
CRANKSHAFT
HOUSING
HOLE
TAB
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
2. Removescrewsretainingdrivecoverandremovedrive
cover from lawn mower housing (See Fig. 18).
SCREWS
BLADE
ADAPTER
HARDENED
WASHER
DEBRIS
SHIELD
BLADE
BOLT
SCREW TRAILING
EDGE
LOCK-
WASHER
FIG. 20
7. Use a wood block between blade and mower housing
to prevent blade from turning when removing blade
bolt.
DRIVE
COVER
LAWN
MOWER
HOUSING
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade
with heavy cloth.
8. Remove blade bolt.
9. Remove blade, attaching hardware (bolt, lock washer,
hardened washer), blade adapter and debris shield as
one assembly.
10. Removedrivebeltfrombladeadapteranddebrisshield;
discard old belt.
FIG. 18
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT
TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Fig. 22)
1. Place new drive belt in the belt retainer of the debris
shield. Be sure to route belt between belt keepers and
through slot as shown (See Fig. 21).
The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height posi-
tions - adjust to height that suits you.
•
Squeezethebottomendsoflowerhandletowardseach
other until the pin in handle can be inserted into one
of the three height adjustment holes.
BELT RETAINER
TAB
BELT
KEEPERS
HANDLE PIN
SQUEEZE
DRIVE
BELT
HIGH
HANDLE
BRACKET
MED.
LOW
DEBRIS
SHIELD
SLOT
FIG. 21
2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole
in housing.
3. Reattach debris shield to housing with screw previ-
ously removed. Be sure tab of debris shield is in gap
of housing.
FIG. 22
4. Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two
(2) holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the
adapter.
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission con-
trol devices and systems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs
mustbeperformedbyanauthorizedenginemanufacturer's
service outlet.
5. Besurethetrailingedgeofblade(oppositesharpedge)
is up toward the engine as shown (See Fig. 20).
6. Installthebladeboltwiththelockwasherandhardened
washer into blade adapter and crankshaft.
7. Useblockofwoodbetweenbladeandlawnmowerhous-
ing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.
•
The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. lbs.
ENGINE SPEED
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If bolt needs
replacing, replace only with approved bolt shown in the
Repair Parts section of this manual.
Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to
increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If
you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow,
take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for
repair and adjustment.
8. Return mower to upright position.
9. Install new drive belt into idler arm assembly, then
around the drive pulley. Be sure belt is inside of belt
keepers (See Fig. 19).
CARBURETOR
NOTE: Pulling on the drive belt (to install it on the drive
pulley) will cause the other end of the belt to free itself from
the debris shield retainer and come into contact with the
pulley end of the blade adapter.
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not
operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,
take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for
repair and/or adjustment.
IMPORTANT:NEVERTAMPERWITHTHEENGINEGOVERNOR,
WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.
OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH
SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE
ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING,
CONTACTYOURNEARESTAUTHORIZEDSERVICECENTER,
WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO
MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.
10. Reattach drive cable and return spring to the idler arm
assembly, then reattach drive cable to anchor.
11. Reattach drive cover with screws previously removed
(See Fig. 18).
12. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
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STORAGE
Immediately prepare your mower for storage at the end
of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or
more.
HANDLE PIN
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean
it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in
a clean, dry area.
SQUEEZE
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEANING” in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
HANDLE
BRACKET
2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this
manual.
3. Besurethatallnuts,bolts,screws,andpinsaresecurely
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.
HANDLE (See Figs. 23 and 24)
You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.
1. Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on sides of the upper
handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear.
2. Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle toward each
other until pins in handle clear the brackets and pivot
entire handle assembly forward and allow it to rest on
mower.
FIG. 24
•
When settingupyourhandlefromthestorageposition,
the lower handle will require manually locking into the
mowing position.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE
OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD THE HANDLEAS
SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROL CABLES.
IMPORTANT: ITISIMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUMDEPOSITS
FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS
SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR
TANK DURING STORAGE. ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS
(CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL)
CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION
ANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURINGSTORAGE. ACIDICGAS
CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN
STORAGE.
MOWING
OPERATOR
POSITION
PRESENCE
CONTROL
BAR
FOLD
FORWARD
FOR
STORAGE
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•
Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting
it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Use fresh fuel next season.
UPPER
HANDLE
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-
mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to
allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty
the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
HANDLE
KNOB
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en-
gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of
this manual).
LOWER
HANDLE
FIG. 23
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STORAGE
•
If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give
CYLINDER
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole
into cylinder.
3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.
4. Replace with new spark plug.
protection from dust and dirt.
•
Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannotbreathe,whichallowscondensationtoformand
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND
EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.
OTHER
CAUTION: Neverstorethelawnmower
with gasoline in the tank inside a build-
ing where fumes may reach an open
flameorspark. Allowtheenginetocool
before storing in any enclosure.
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•
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Does not start
1. Dirty air filter.
2. Out of fuel.
3. Stale fuel.
1. Clean/replace air filter.
2. Fill fuel tank.
3. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh,
clean gasoline.
4. Water in fuel.
4. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh,
clean gasoline.
5. Spark plug wire is disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug.
5. Connect wire to plug.
6. Replace spark plug.
7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter.
8. Control bar in released position.
9. Control bar defective.
7. Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter.
8. Depress control bar to handle.
9. Replace control bar.
10. Fuel valve lever (if equipped) in OFF position. 10. Turn fuel valve lever to the ON position.
11. Weak battery (if equipped). 11. Charge battery.
12. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). 12. Connect battery to engine.
Loss of power
1. Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting
blade dragging in heavy grass.
2. Cutting too much grass.
3. Dirty air filter.
1. Raise cutting height.
2. Raise cutting height.
3. Clean/replace air filter.
4. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under
mower.
4. Clean underside of mower housing.
5. Too much oil in engine.
6. Walking speed too fast.
5. Check oil level.
6. Cut at slower walking speed.
Poor cut –
uneven
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Wheel heights uneven.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under
mower.
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
2. Set all wheels at same height.
3. Clean underside of mower housing.
Excessive
vibration
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
2. Contact a qualified service center.
Starter rope
hard to pull
1. Engine flywheel brake is on when control
bar is released.
1. Depress control bar to upper handle before
pulling starter rope.
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
3. Blade adapter broken.
4. Blade dragging in grass.
2. Contact a qualified service center.
3. Replace blade adapter.
4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or other
hard surface before starting.
Grass catcher
not filling
1. Cutting height too low.
2. Lift on blade worn off.
1. Raise cutting height.
2. Replace blade.
(if so equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air.
3. Clean grass catcher.
Hard to push
1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low.
1. Raise cutting height.
2. Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting
blade dragging in heavy grass.
2. Raise rear of lawn mower housing one (1)
setting higher.
3. Grass catcher too full.
3. Empty grass catcher.
4. Handle height position not right for you.
4. Adjust handle height to suit.
Loss of drive
(or slowing of
drive speed)
1. Belt wear.
2. Belt off of pulley.
3. Drive cable worn or broken.
4. “Loose” drive control system.
1. Check/replace drive belt.
2. Check/reinstall drive belt.
3. Put belt on pulleys / replace belts if broken.
4. Adjust drive control.
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