Weed Eater 96112009000, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ngine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws ff any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in etfectiveworking order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have simliar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for th...

Page 2: ...ea of objects such as rocks toys wire bones slicks 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 wearing open sandals Always wear substantial fool wear and behind before and while moving backwards Never direct discharged material toward anyone_ Avoid discharg...

Page 3: ...ace gas cap and tighten securely V GENERAL SERVlCE Never run machine inside a closed area Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine motor running Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting o Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equip ment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their pr...

Page 4: ...g mower see the Operalion 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 the handle What kind of engine is on my lawn mower When learning how to operate your new lawn mower you will need to know what kind of engine powers the mower A decal on the ...

Page 5: ...d justed for your mowing comfort Refer to ADJUST HANDLE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual NOTE For shipping purposes the rear wheels on your lawn mower may not be adjusted to the same position as the front wheels Before operating mower adjust all wheels to the same culling height INSTALL REAR WHEELS HIGH WHEEL MOWERS ONLY Some high wheel models require washers whichwillbe provi...

Page 6: ...ass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcl_er frame Vinyl binding Frame handle Frame opening _ _CAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject to deterioration and wear and should therefore be checked frequently for repiacemen o Any replacement catcher should be checked to ensure compliance with original manufac turer s specifica...

Page 7: ...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 WITH DECK MOUNTED BATTERY After charging connect engine connector male to batlery connector female Your engine has an integral alternator for partial charging Connect your battery charger to charge battery as...

Page 8: ... Adjustcutting heightto suit your require ments Medium positionis best for most lawns Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for highcut MODELS WiTH MANUAL ADJUST BOLT ON WHEELS Remove wheel bolt and hardware and reassemble in desired adjustment hole o Reinstall wheel components in the same order as they were before removal Tighlen securely o Make sure alt wheels are at same height Flat washer ...

Page 9: ... mower_ A_ CAUTION Do not runyour 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 tho roar door removed or propped open_ MULCHER PLATE SIols MULCHER PLUG Mulcher pla e tabs MULGHER PLUG BUILT INTO REAR DOOR SIDE DISCHARGE ONLY MOWERS MULCHER PLATE TYPE To convert to bagging or discharging mulcher...

Page 10: ...ted properly_ _CAUTION Do not runyour lawn mower without discharge guard approved grass catcher or mulcher plugin place Lift guard lnstall mulcher Tab 10 MOWER IS NOW READY FOR MULCHING OPERATION COMBI CUT MOWERS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher To convert to bagging or discharging REAR BAGGING Open rear door and remove mulcher plate Store mulcher plate in a safe place You...

Page 11: ... It wil cause unnecessary wear _CAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject to deterioration and wear and should therefore be checked frequently for replacemenL Any replacement catcher should be checked to ensure compliance with original manufacturer s specifications AOAUTtON Do not run lawn mower without the rear door approved grass catcher or clipping deflector in place Never atte...

Page 12: ...fyour 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 engine which has already run for a few minutes Hold operator presence control bar down against handle MODELS WITH RECOIL STARTER Pull starter handle quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back MODE...

Page 13: ...r and 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 inthe Mainte nance section of this manual The special mulching blade will recur the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed A_so the m...

Page 14: ...subjected to op erator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operatormust main tain mower as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your uniL All adjustments in the Service and Adjust_ ments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year replace the spark plug clean or replace air filte...

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 tbs IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated If bolt needs replacing replace only with approved bolt shown in the Repair Parts section of lhis manual Blade adapte Crankshaft keyway Lockwasher Blade Blade bolt washer _J Belt Crankshaft relainer t5 TO SHARP...

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 wilh water but mustbe dry when used _CAUTION Under normal usage the calcher material is subject to deterioration and wear and should therefore be checked to ensure compliance with original manufacturer specifications_ _CAUTION Before performing any ser_ vice o...

Page 17: ...th same posilioning hole and secure with boll and knob High 1_ _ Boll i _andle rlokat Knob ENGINE CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the fac tory and adjuslment should not be neces sary However minor adjuslment may be required to compensate for differences In fuel temperature altitude or load The air filter must be assembled to lhe carburetor when running engine Best carburetor adjustmen...

Page 18: ...t 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 and swing handles forward over mower Loosen upper handle mounting hard ware enough to allow upper handle to be folded back IMPORTANT When folding handles for storage or transportation be sure to fold handles...

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Page 20: ... worn off If so equipped 3o Catcher not venting airL Hard to push 1 Grass is too high or wheel height is too low 2o Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in grass 3_ Grass catcher 1oo full 4o 1 Raise cutting height 2_ Raise cutting height 3 Clean replace air filter 4o Clean underside of mower housing_ 5o Check oi level 6 Cut at slower walking speed 1_ Replace blade Tighten blade bol...