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HANDLE ASSEMBLY (FIG. 2-4)
IMPORTANT
: Unfold handles being careful not
to pinch or damage control cables.
NOTE
: Use 1/2 in. wrenches, sockets or adjustable
wrenches to complete these steps.
1. Carefully raise handles (B) until lower handle
section is in mowing position.
2. Remove protective padding, raise upper
handle section into place on lower handle.
3. Insert screws (H, found in parts bag) into top
holes of the handle brackets (L) and secure
with locknuts (I, found in parts bag).
B
L
E
E
A
Fig. 2
NOTE:
The handle screws (M) in the bottom
holes of the handle brackets were installed at the
factory so the handle will pivot.
4. Tighten all screws to secure handle. Torque to
10 ft/lbs.
5. Tighten both handle knobs (E).
6. Attach starter rope guide (F, found in parts bag)
to handle with locknut (J, found in parts bag). DO
NOT tighten locknut.
7. Thread starter rope handle (G) through starter
rope guide (F) as shown and tighten locknut (J).
8. Remove handle padding holding blade control
lever (A) to upper handle.
J
G
A
Fig. 4
F
NOTICE:
The engine is shipped without oil.
Before starting engine, add oil. Damage to the
engine will occur if the engine is run without oil,
this damage will not be covered under warranty.
Refer to the
Oil
paragraph under
Operation
before starting.
Assembly
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J
L
Fig. 3
M
K
