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5.
Release the lever to lock the adjuster in position.
6.
Repeat this procedure for all the wheels.
7.
Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting height setting.
Operating Tips
•
Never tip the mower with the carburetor facing toward the grass
. When mower is tipped
in that position, gas and oil will flow through the air cleaner housing contaminating the air
filter. The air filter may have to be replaced before the mower can start.
•
Review the safety instructions and read this Manual carefully before operating the lawn
mower.
•
Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches and other debris that the blade could hit or
throw.
•
Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away from the area of operation.
•
Avoid striking trees, walls, curbs or other solid objects. Never deliberately mow over any
object.
•
If the lawn mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate, immediately stop the engine,
disconnect the wire from the spark plug and examine the lawn mower for damage.
•
Maintain a
sharp blade
throughout the cutting season. Periodically file down nicks and burrs
on the blade.
•
Replace the blade when necessary with an original Eastman replacement blade.
•
Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause
the lawn mower to plug or the engine to stall.
•
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and come in contact with the blade.
•
Clean the grass chute, grass catcher and the underside of the lawn mower deck after each
mowing. Keep the engine in good running condition.
•
Set the engine speed to the fastest position for the best cutting results.
•
Clean the air filter frequently. Mulching stirs up more clippings and dust which clogs the air
filter and reduces engine performance.
•
Consult the engine manual for more complete instructions regarding engine
maintenance and operation.
