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4. Lower the rear discharge door.
ASSEMBLING THE GRASS CATCHER
1. Slide plastic clips over the metal frame.
2. Snap the rest of the grass catcher parts into place.
INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER (FOR REAR BAG-
GING OPERATION)
See figure 4.
NOTE: When using the grass catcher, do not install either
the side discharge defl ector or the mulching plug. Also,
ensure side discharge door is closed securely.
1. Lift the rear discharge door.
2. Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the
rear door, so that the hooks on the grass catcher frame
are seated on the hinge rod of the rear door.
3. Release the rear door. When installed correctly, the
hooks on the grass catcher will rest securely on the
hinge rod of the rear door.
4. Ensure the rear door is fully engaged on the grass
catcher. Make sure that there is no gap between the
rear door and the grass catcher.
INSTALLING SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR (FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE OPERATION)
See figure 9.
NOTE: When using the side discharge defl ector, do not
install the grass catcher. The mulching plug should remain
installed.
NOTE: When the side discharge deflector is not used,
ensure that the side discharge door is in lock position.
1. Push down the locking mechanism by one hand and lift
the side discharge door with another hand.
2. Align the hooks on the deflector with the hinge rod on
the underside of the door.
3. Lower the deflector until the hooks are secured on the
mulch door hinge rod.
4. Release the deflector and side discharge door.
NOTE: After each use, clean and inspect the locking
mechanism if it is still functioning properly.
OPERATION
FUEL AND REFUELLING
WARNING
Always handle petrol with care; it is highly flammable.
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Use fresh fuel.
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Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
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Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and
flames. Do not inhale fuel vapour. Do not smoke. Stay
away from open fl ames and sparks when fi lling fuel tank
or when handling fuel.
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Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with your skin.
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Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil
comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately
with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a
physician immediately.
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Immediately clean up spilled petrol.
FILLING THE TANK
See figure 5.
WARNING
Always shut off engine and allow it to cool for 5 minutes
before refuelling. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank
or add petrol to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 9 m (30 ft) from the refuelling site before
starting the engine. Do not smoke. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not overfill. Fill the fuel tank to 25 mm below the top
of the fuel neck. After fueling, never tilt the mower more
than 25 degrees for this could result in fuel leakage and
risk of fire, etc.
1. Clean surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
2. Slowly loosen the fuel cap to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap. Rest the cap
on a clean surface.
3. Carefully pour petrol into the tank. Avoid spillage.
4. Clean and inspect the gasket. Replace and secure all
fuel and container caps.
5. Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from the
refuelling site before starting the engine.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during and after fi rst use.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
See figure 5.
Engine oil has a major infl uence on engine performance
and service life. For general, all-temperature use, SAE
10W-30 is recommended. Always use a 4-cycle motor oil
that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service
classifi cation SJ.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-cycle engine oils will damage
the engine and should not be used.
To add engine oil:
1. Be sure the mower is level and the area around the oil
cap/dipstick is clean.
2. Remove the cap and the seal from the oil bottle.
3. Open
the
oil
cap/dipstick
counterclockwise. Remove the oil cap/dipstick.
4. Slowly add oil. Fill to the "Full" line on the dipstick. Do
English
by
turning
it
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