Weed Eater 961.32007500, Operator'S Manual

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

Page 2: ...bones 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...

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 Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep thewire...

Page 4: ...section of this manual What is the right and left side of the lawn mower When right hand RH or left hand LH is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position standing behind...

Page 5: ...r adjust all wheels to the same cutting height INSTALL REAR WHEELS HIGH WHEEL MOWERS ONLY Some high wheel models require washers which willbe provided ina parts bag if provid ed install washers onthe...

Page 6: ...e grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcher frame Vinyl Frame bindings opening _CAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject...

Page 7: ...rging disconnect harness 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 WI...

Page 8: ...djust cutting height to suit your require ments Medium position is best for most lawns Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut MODELS WITH MANUAL ADJUST BOLT ON WHEELS Remove wheel bolt...

Page 9: ...N 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 rear door removed or propped...

Page 10: ...ated properly _I CAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without discharge guard approved grass catcher or mulcher plug in place Lift guard Install mulcher Tab 10 MOWER IS NOW READY FOR MULCHING OPERATION...

Page 11: ...will cause unnecessary wear _CAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject to deterioration and wear and should therefore be checked frequently for replacement Any replacement catcher sho...

Page 12: ...our 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 en...

Page 13: ...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 manual The special mulchin...

Page 14: ...been subjected to op erator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must main tain mower as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodicallyto...

Page 15: ...5 Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt turning clockwise The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft Ibs IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated if bolt nee...

Page 16: ...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 _ CAUTION Under normal us...

Page 17: ...ing hole and secure with bolt and knob _ _ Bolt j_ Low _andle adiustment cket Knob ENGINE CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the fac tory and adjustment should not be neces sary However mino...

Page 18: ...ed 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...

Page 19: ...48 hours OTHER Do notstore gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store your unit in...

Page 20: ...2 Set all wheels at same height 3 Clean underside of mower housing 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Contact a qualified service center Grass catcher not filling If so equipped Hard to push 1 Engi...