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Models
224110X92E2
225114X92E2
MOWER
INSTRUCTION BOOK
This Instruction Book contains information for several models.
Read and keep this book for future reference.
This book contains important information on
SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
The owner must be certain that all the product information is in-
cluded with the unit. This information includes the INSTRUCTION
BOOKS, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty .................................................. 2 Maintenance....................................... 9-11 Safety Rules ......................................... 3-5 Service and Adjustments....................... 12 Product Spec i fi ca tions ........................... 5 Storage............................................. 13-14 Assembly/Pre-Operation ......................... 5 Troubleshooting ................................ 14-15 Operation.......................
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OWNER'S INFORMATION This instruction book is written for a person unit is correctly assembled. The owner must with some mechanical ability. Like most ser- carefully check the unit according to the in- structions in this manual before it is fi rst used. vice books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasten- RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER ers are steps anyone can follow with some The responsibility of the owner is to mechanical ability. Read and follow these fo
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• See manufacturer’s instructions for • Be alert and turn machine off if chil dren proper operation and installation of enter the area. accessories. Only use accessories ap- • Before and while walking back wards, proved by the manufacturer. look behind and down for small chil dren. • Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el • Never allow children to operate the drives, walks, or roads. machine. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you • Use extra care when approaching blind leave the equip men
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• Never attempt to make wheel height • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. adjustments while the engine is running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are sub ject to use extra caution when ser vic ing them. wear, dam age, and de te ri o ra tion, which • Do not change the engine governor set- could expose moving parts or allow objects ting or overspeed the engine. to be thrown. Frequently check com po - • Maintain or replace safety and instruc- nents and replace w
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL 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 Starter handle Handle knob Engine oil cap with dipstick Spark p
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CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower The operation of any lawn with out discharge guard, approved grass mower can result in foreign catcher or mulcher plate in place. objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in Hinge rod severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while Discharge operating your lawn mower or performing guard any ad just ments or repairs. We recom- mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LA
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ADD GASOLINE • For extremely heavy cutting, re duce the • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fi ller neck. width of cut by over lap ping previously Do not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular cut path and mow slowly. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 • For better grass bagging and most cut- octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Pur- ting conditions, the engine speed should chase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used be set in the FAST po si tion. within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 10 25HOURS 100 STORAGE USE USE HOURS ORSEASON HOURS Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * CheckTires Check DriveWheels *** 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 sys
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Blade adapter Key Crankshaft LAWN MOWER keyway Always observe safety rules when per- forming an y main te nance. Lockwasher TIRES Blade • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. Blade bolt Hardened BLADE CARE washer Trailing edge Crankshaft For best results, blade must be kept sharp. Re place a bent or dam aged blade. CA UTION: Use only a replace
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL CAUTION: Pe tro leum solvents, such NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to as ker o sene, are not to be used to clean drain oil, empty fuel tank by running en- cartr idge. They may cause de te rio ra tion gine until fuel tank is empty. of the cartridge. Do not oil cartr idge. Do 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark not use pres sur ized air to clean or dry plug and place wire where it cannot car tridge. come in contact with plug. 4. Install cartridge, then replac
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before per forming an y service or ad just ments: 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 wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. Mowing Mowing LAWN MOWER position position TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See “TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation sec tion of this manual. REAR DEFLECTOR Hairpin The re
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER Operator MOWING presence POSITION When lawn mower is to be stored for a control bar period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance sec- FOLD tion of this manual). FORWARD Upper FOR handle 2. Lubricate as shown in the Main te n
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ENGINE OIL OTHER Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace • Do not store gasoline from one season with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in to another. the Maintenance section of this manual). • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and 1. Remove spark plug. cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. 2. Pour 29 ml of oil through spark plug • Cover your unit with a suita
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TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualifi ed service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Rear of mower housing or 1. Raise cutting height. blade dragging in grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2. Raise cutting height. 3. Dirty air fi lter.
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¨ PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 • For replacement parts, have available the following information: a. Model Number / Manufacturer's I.D. Number b. Description of part. For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
