Checking the Engine-Oil
Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Engine oil capacity: 0.53 L (18 oz)
Oil viscosity: SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 detergent oil
API service classification: SJ or higher
1.
Move the machine to a level surface.
2.
Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap
counterclockwise and pulling it out
Figure 13
1. Full
2. High
3.
Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.
4.
Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, then
remove the dipstick.
5.
Read the oil level on the dipstick
•
If the oil is below the Add mark on the
dipstick, carefully pour a small amount of oil
into the oil-fill tube, wait 3 minutes, and then
repeat steps
3
at the Full mark on the dipstick.
•
If the oil is above the Full mark on the
dipstick, drain the excess oil until the oil level
is at the Full mark on the dipstick. To drain
the excess oil, refer to
Oil (page
16).
Important:
If the oil level in the crankcase is
too low or too high and you run the engine,
you may damage the engine.
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3. Add
(Figure
13).
through
5
until the oil level is
Changing the Engine
6.
Install the dipstick into the oil-fill tube securely.
Adjusting the Cutting
Height
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front
wheels and the rear wheels to the same height.
Note:
To raise or lower the machine, move the
cutting-height levers as shown in
13).
1. Raise the machine
Important:
The cutting height settings are 32
mm (1-1/4 inches); 44 mm (1-3/4 inches); 57 mm
(2-1/4 inches); 70 mm (2-3/4 inches); 83 mm (3-1/4
inches); and 95 mm (3-3/4 inches).
During Operation
During Operating Safety
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General Safety
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; slip-resistant, substantial footwear; and
hearing protection. Tie back long hair, secure
loose clothing, and do not wear jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can result
in serious personal injury. Shut off the engine,
remove the ignition key (electric-start model only),
and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operating position.
•
When you release the blade-control bar, the
engine should shut off and the blade should stop
within 3 seconds. If not, stop using your machine
immediately and contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate
the machine when there is the risk of lighting.
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Figure
14.
Figure 14
2. Lower the machine
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