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AiR FILTER (R)
Your engine wtil not run property and may be
dBmaged by using a dirty air tiger,
Replace the aL__]ter evely year, more often if you mow
in very dusty, dim/condtaons. DOnot wash airfiller=
1_Turn cover to the left (counterclockwise) and
remove It and tiger fu:)m flange. DIsr.ard fllta,',
2, Clean coverand flange lhomughiy.
3. fusert new filter into cova_,
4. Position cover and ftitarag_nst flange wtih tz_bon
cover i_ _'fiolowerleticomer ofs{stth flange.
S. Push cover firmly against flange and fum itto
the fight (clockwise) as far as It wig go. Be sure
retainers are locked around flange,
MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could
create a fire haz.ard and/or damage
•PARK PLUG
Change your spark plug each year to make your
engine start easier and run better Set spark plug
gap at .030 inch
Storage
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage
at the end of the season or if the unit will net be
u_ed for 30 days or mote_
When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of
time, clean it thoroughly, remove alldlr_, grease,
leaves, stc, Store in a clean, dry area.
. Clean estlre lawn mower (See "Cleaning" In the
Maintenance section of this manual)
- L.ubdc_ta as shown In toe Matotenance section of
this manual.
• Be sure lhat all nuts, be fls. screws, and pins are
securcly fastened. Inspect moving parts for
damage, breakage and wear. Replace tfnecessary
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sand tighfly before paint]ng_
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: itIs Jmportont to prevent gum
deposits from Iormtng in essential fuel system parts
such as c_rburstor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank
during storage. Also, experience ]ndic_tas that
alcohol blended fuels (catied gasohcl o_"using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which
leads to separaUon and formation of acids dudng
storage. Addlc gas can damage the fuel system of
an engine while in Storage.
. Dralnthefucitsn_.
• Start the engine and let It run unfii the fucl ]_nes
and carburclor are empty,
• Never use engine or carburetar cleaner products
in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur
= Use flesh fuel nest season
NOTE." Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable agemative
in minimizing the formation OFfuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel
tank or storage costalna_, Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer costa_ne_. Run engine at
least 1O minutes a_teradding stabilizer to atiow the
Stabt]lzer to _eech _hef"carburetor. Do not drai_ the
gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stsbg[zer_
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean
engine oil, (See =To Change Engine Oil" In the
Maintenance section of this manua, t)_
CYLINDER
• Remove spark plug.
• Pour one ounce (29 ml) pf cll through spad{ plug
hcle into cylinder.
. Pullst_rterhandieslowlyafewt]mestoclstdbutooti,
= Replace wfth new spark plug
• Do nat store gasorlne from one season ta anolher.
o Rep_ce your gasoline can if yeur can sleds t0 rusL
Rust and/or d_rtin your gasci[ne will c_use problems
• If po_Ible, stsre yout unit indoors and cover ft to
give protection from dust and dirt.
o Cover your uclt with a sutiable protective cover test
does not retain rfiolsfum, DO not use p_astJa, plastic
cannst breathe which afiows condensation to form
and wiltcause your unit to rust,
IMPORTANT.* Never cover mowe_ while engk_e
and exhaust areas are still warm.
CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with
gasoline In the tank inside a building where fumes
may reach an open flame orspark. AltsW the
engine to cool before stadng in any enclosure,.
