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fuel from escaping around the cap. Rest the cap on a
clean surface.
3. Carefully pour petrol into the tank. Avoid spillage.
4. Clean and inspect the gasket, then replace all fuel and
container caps securely.
5. Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refuelling site before starting engine.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during and after fi rst use.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
See fi gure 5.
Engine oil has a major infl uence on engine performance
and service life. For general, all-temperature use, SAE
10W-30 is recommended. Always use a 4-cycle motor oil
that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service
classifi cation SJ.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-cycle engine oils will damage
the engine and should not be used.
To add engine oil:
1. Be sure mower is level and area around oil cap/dipstick
is clean.
2. Remove the cap and seal from oil bottle.
3. Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick and remove.
4. Slowly add oil. Fill to the "Full" line on dipstick. Do not
overfi ll.
NOTE: When checking the oil level, seat the dipstick in the
oil fi ll hole but do not screw in.
5. Reinstall the oil cap/dipstick and secure.
To check engine oil:
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Be sure mower is level and area around oil cap/dipstick
is clean.
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Remove the oil cap/dipstick. Wipe clean and reseat in
oil fi ll hole but do not screw in.
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Remove the oil cap/dipstick again and check oil level.
Add oil as needed.
STARTING OR STOPPING THE MOWER
See fi gure 5.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Starting the engine
1. Check the fuel valve is set to open.
2. Press the primer bulb 3 times.
NOTE: This step is not usually necessary when starting
an engine that has already run for a few minutes.
3. Hold the power lever bar down against the handle.
4. Pull the starter grip until the engine starts. Release the
starter cord slowly so the rope does not snap back.
NOTE: It may be necessary to repeat priming steps in
cooler weather. In warmer weather, overpriming may
cause flooding and engine will not start. If you do flood
the engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to
start and do not repeat priming steps.
Stopping the engine
Release the power lever and allow the engine to come
to a stop.
EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER
See fi gure 9.
1. Stop the mower and wait for the blade to come to a
complete stop.
2. Lift the rear discharge door.
3. Grasp grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove
from mower.
4. Empty grass clippings.
5. Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass
catcher.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, stop the mower,
allow the blade to come to a complete stop, and
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
When servicing, use only authorised replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
■
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their
use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease,
etc.
■
Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness
to ensure safe operation of the mower.
■
Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around
the engine and engine cover. Wipe the mower clean
with a dry cloth occasionally.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fl uids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
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