MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FtLL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners SERVICE DATES Cleanifnspect Grass Catcher Clean Lawn Mower Inspect Mower Blade Replace/Sharpen Mower Blade Lubricate Pivot Points Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Inspect Muffler Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge I - Change more often when operating under a heavy Load or in high ambient temperatures, 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions, 3- Rep,ace b,ades more often when mow,no in sandy soil LU B R _ CAT_ O N C HA R T The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence, To recieve full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1 WHEEL ADJUSTER Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter eleme nt and check blade for wear. A new spark p!ug and clean/new air filter element assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer. o Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual. (_HANDLEBRACKET MOUNTING PiN (_REARDOOR H_NGE BEFORE EACH USE o Check engine oil leveE. o Check for loose fasteners, SPRAY LUBRICANT (_ SAE 30 OR 10W30 _iOTOR OIL.
REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTION, LU BRICATION Keep unit welt 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. JFYOU FEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY. 12