4. Insert the recoil starter handle cable into the hook provided on the upper handle. You must engage the start/stop
control to release the recoil starter handle.
Recoil starter
handle
GRASS CATCHER
Attach grass catcher
1. Lift mower rear discharge door.
2. Place grass catcher into the slots in the handle brackets.
3. Release the rear discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher.
OPERATION
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
The engine comes shipped without oil or gasoline. Be sure to add oil and gasoline before starting the engine. The
oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 15.8 fl. oz. For general use, we recommend 10W-30, 4-stroke engine oil.
1. Add oil before starting mower for the first time.
2. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed.
Warning: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and its vapors
are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish all
cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other potential sources of ignition.
Engine Oil
Engine oil is a key factor in deciding the engines performance. Do not apply engine oil with additives or 2-stroke
gasoline engine oil, because they haven't enough lubrication, and may shorten the engines service life.
Check the engine with it stopped on a level ground.
Engine oil recommended: 10W-30
As viscosity varies with regions and temperatures, SF class oil is recommended.
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Start/Stop Control