Weed Eater 961.12011700, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In t...

Page 2: ...sticks etc which could be picked up and thrown by blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Do not operate the mower when bare foot or wearin...

Page 3: ...ce gas cap and tighten securely V GENERAL SERVICE Never run machine inside a closed area Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine motor running Disconnectthe spark plug wire and keep the wire...

Page 4: ...FRONT LEFT HAND SIDE RIGHT HAND SIDE What is the right and left side of the lawn mower When right hand RH or left hand LH is mentioned inthis manual it means when you are in the operating position sta...

Page 5: ...handle Knob INSTALL REAR WHEELS HIGH WHEEL MOWERS ONLY Some high wheel models require washers which wilt beprovided in aparts bag Ifprovid ed install washers on the axle first as shown Install one 1 r...

Page 6: ...NOTE The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcher frame Frame _dle Vinyl Frame bindings opening HINGE BRACKET MOUNTED Rear door Formed ta...

Page 7: ...rness connector female from battery charger connector male Connect your battery charger to charge battery after each use IMPORTANT The engine will not recharge your battery UNITS WITH DECK MOUNTED BAT...

Page 8: ...ight Flat washer Bolt 3 8 t6 Spacer Locknut MODELS WITH QUICK ADJUST WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTERS NOTE For shippingpurposes the rear wheels on your lawn mower may not be adjusted to the same position as the...

Page 9: ...opening of mower _ _CAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate plug in place or ap proved clipping deflector or grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the re...

Page 10: ...ug as shown making sure tab is seated properly ACAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without discharge guard approved grass catcher or mulcher plug in place COMal CUT MOWERS Your _awnmower was shipped r...

Page 11: ...roved grass catcher or clipping deflector in place Never attempt to operate mower with the rear door removed or propped open SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR COMBI CUT LAWN MOWER FOR MULC...

Page 12: ...your mower has a primer to start a cold engine push primer as many times as instructed in the engine manual packed with your mower Use a firm push This step is not usually necessary when starting an e...

Page 13: ...let dry before use FOR MULCHING MOWERS ONLY MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash See CLEANING in the Mainte nance section of this ma...

Page 14: ...temsthat have been subjected to op erator abuse or negligence To receive full valuefrom thewarranty operatormust main tain mower as instructedin thismanual Some adjustmentswill need to be made periodi...

Page 15: ...f wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt turning clockwise The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft lbs IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated tf bolt needs replacing...

Page 16: ...r and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can shorten engine life GRASS CATCHER IF SO EQUIPPED Grass catcher may be hosed with water but must be dry when used _kCAUTION Under norm...

Page 17: ...hole and secure with bolt and knob Knob ENGINE CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the fac tory and adjustment should not be neces sary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate...

Page 18: ...d paint surfaces sand lightly before painting HANDLE Your handle may be folded for storage as shown Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle towards each other until handle clears the handle brackets a...

Page 19: ...lastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and AlwaysfoUowthe mixratiofound onstabilizer willcause your unit to rust container Run engine at least 10 minutes IMPORTANT Never cover mower w...

Page 20: ...ing height too low Lift on blade worn off Catcher not venting air Grass is too high or wheel height is too low Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragg ng in grass 3 Grass catcher toofull 4 H...