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2008-01
Operator's
Manual O0802023
Walk Mower
67521 ES
96143003100
Operator's Manual
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, Look for this symbol to point out im- or roads. portant safety precautions. It means • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equip- CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR ment, before
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• Never refuel the machine indoors. wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. • Never store the machine or fuel container where there • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. heater or on other appliances. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper • Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on a truck or trailer operation regularly. bed with a plastic liner
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ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this man ual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mow er. IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Your new lawn mower has been as sembled at the factory with the ex ception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com plete the as sembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation of y
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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 CON TROL BAR DRIVE CONTROL LEVER KEY START SWITCH HANDLE KNOB AUXILIARY STARTE
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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 performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask over spectacles. 1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from plug. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER 2. Turn nut on underside of drive control to increase drive ENGINE SPEED sp
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OPERATION SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER: REAR GRASS DOOR FOR MULCHING - CATCHER 1. Mulcher plug installed. HANDLE 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR REAR BAGGING - 1. Mulcher plug removed. 2. Grass catcher installed. 3. Mulcher door closed. FOR SIDE DISCHARGING - 1. Mulcher plug installed. PIVOT PINS 2. Discharge deflector installed. CATCH ER FRAME HOOK CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower FIG. 6 without mulcher plug or ap proved grass SIDE DISCHA
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS GASOLINE ENGINE FILLER OIL CAP CAP CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher blade attachments on your mower . Such attach- ments are hazardous, will damage your mower and could void your warranty. • 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 necessary to reduce ground speed and/or run the lawn mower ov
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS 100 STORAGE USE USE 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
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MAINTENANCE 3. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp edge) LAWN MOWER is up toward the engine. Always observe safety rules when performing main tenance. 4. Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hard ened washer into blade adapter and crank shaft. TIRES 5. Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem- housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clock wise. icals which can harm rubber. • The recommended tightenin
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MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN AIR FILTER ENGINE 1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to re move. LUBRICATION 2. Carefully remove cartridge. Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service 3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface. If very dirty, classification SG–SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade replace car tridge. according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES CAUTION: Pe troleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean SAE 30 cartridge. They
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. 7. Turn lawn mower on its side with air filter and car bu- LAWN MOWER retor down. TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT 8. Reinstall blade. See “TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation section of
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE MOWING MOWING POSITION POSITION ENGINE SPEED 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. HAIRPIN CARBURETOR COTTER HANDLE Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not MOUNTING BRACKET operate properly due to suspected carburetor
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STORAGE ENGINE HANDLE (See Figs. 19 and 20) FUEL SYSTEM You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage. IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS 1. Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH each other until the lower handle clears the handle AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK bracket, then move handle forward. DURING STORAGE. ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN 2. Loosen u
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 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. 5. Connect wire to plug. 6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug. 7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 7. Tight en blade bolt or replace
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16 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 67521ES (96143003100) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-31
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17 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 67521ES (96143003100) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-31 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 19 64-03 Upper Handle (Includes Foam Grip) 37 874 78 04-12 Bolt 2 532 41 17-02 Lower Handle 38 532 40 16-29 Spacer 3 532 19 70-19 Control Bar 39 532 19 00-97 Charger, Battery 4 817 41 13-08 Screw 40 532 19 09-39 Mounting Bracket, Debris Shield 5 532 19 15-74 Handle Bolt 41 532 19 23-25 Screw 6 532 19 18-56 Handle Knob 42 532
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18 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 67521ES (96143003100) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-31
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19 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 67521ES (96143003100) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-31 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 40 73-16 Drive Control Assembly (Includes Cable) (Includes Knob and Bearing) 2 532 41 16-73 Cover, Drive Control, Upper 36 532 40 48-33 Gearcase Assembly, Complete 3 532 40 62-82 Pulley 38 873 80 04-00 Locknut, Hex 1/4-20 4 532 19 00-39 Lever, Drive Control 40 532 40 65-58 Spring 5 532 41 16-64 Cover, Drive Control, Lower 4
