MOWER MAINTENANCE
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Storage
Ensure that the cables do not become trapped at the pivot points
when collapsing the mower for storage.
To store the handlebar unscrew the 2 small securing knobs
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ciently to allow it to be pivoted forwards to rest against the
mower.
Take care to ensure that the control cables do not become
snagged at the pivot point and depress the engine stop lever to
prevent it being damaged through contact with the engine.
(Refer fi g.40)
Engines stored in excess of 30 days need to be protected with
Briggs & Stratton fuel additive or drained of fuel to prevent gum
from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburettor parts.
To ensure your mower is maintained in good working order it is
important that the following procedure is adopted. Refer to the
Maintenance section as necessary.
•
Drain fuel from the engine by operating the engine until it
stops.
•
Disconnect the spark plug lead.
•
Change the engine oil.
•
Remove the engine spark plug and pour 15ml of engine oil
into the engine cylinder and replace the spark plug. Do not
exceed the stated volume of oil as engine damage may occur
on re-starting. Do not replace the spark plug lead. Slowly
pull the engine start-grip once to crank the engine. This will
distribute the oil and help prevent engine corrosion.
• Clean grass and debris from the engine cylinder, cylinder
head cooling
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ns, under top cowl, around and behind
exhaust / exhaust guard and ensure that the grassbag is
clean.
• Lubricate the mower and treat metal parts with a water
repellent anti-corrosion product.
• Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store it in a
dry, ventilated area.
Fig. 40
