White Outdoor HW-656 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children or other objects Never allow children under age 14 to operate the mower Children 14 years of age and above should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual Use extreme care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or hazard Service Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Use only an approved gasoline container Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never refuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame or spark such as a gas water heater space heater or furnace Never run an engine inside a closed area To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean2. Refer to height adjustments section of this manual on page 12 for instruction on how to adjust the cutting height and the handle height Before Starting Mower Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire inside the rubber boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug e Check the drive clutch control for proper adjustment If the mower does not propel itself or the drive wheels hesitate with the drive clutch engaged perform the drive clutch control adjustment as instructed on page 12 of this manual Starting Engine Make sure that the drive clutch control is adjusted so the drive belt is as loose as possible Move throttle control lever all the way back to the rabbit position e Push primer three times Wait about two seconds between each push In cold weather around 55 F or below prime five times Do not prime to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown e Standing behind the mower depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle e Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches the start of compression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point Let the rope rewind slowly Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind slowly To Stop Engine and Blade Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade
3. Figure 17 Blade Mounting Torque Blade adapter bolts 120 in lbs minimum 150 in Ibs maximum Center bolt 450 in lbs minimum 600 in lbs maximum Replacing Drive Belt Idler Bracket Drive Shoulder Screw Front Drive Cover The wheels have been moved forward in this picture for clarity Do not remove the wheels away from the mower housing while performing the job Figure 18 e Remove the two shoulder screws which secure the front drive cover to the mower deck See Figure 18 Remove the front drive cover from the unit by lightly pressing inward on the sides of the front drive cover This will release the tabs that secure the front drive cover to the height adjuster brackets e Remove the idler from the idler bracket using 7 16 wrench and socket See Figure 18 e Remove the belt from the transmission pulley as shown in Figure 18 Lift and stabilize the front of the deck e Loosen the center hex bolt and lower the blade and engine pulley until there is adequate clearance to move the belt past the belt keeper e Remove the belt from the engine pulley and around the blade See Figure 19 Reassemblein reverse order with new belt part 754 0465 NOTE Begin idler reassembly by inserting bolt up through the idler bracket hole Adjust the drive clutch following instructions on page SECTION 8 OFF SEASON STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage
4. White OUTDOOR Operator s Manual 21 Three in One Self Propelled Mower Model HW 656 12A 5691190 IMPORTANT Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest cov ered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap plicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working 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 similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 9722 WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 9722 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 770 10168A 12 99 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation PracticeSs i 3 Slope Galg8 2 5 ire id 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower m enne 7 Know Your Lawn MOWED e 9 Operating Your Lawn Mower i 10 Making Adjustments i 11 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower nennen enne nnns 12 Off Season Storage uu orti e
5. WARNING Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first Carburetor stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire WARNING If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running e g carburetor keep clear of all moving parts and heated surfaces e g muffler A Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude and load To adjust carburetor refer to the engine manual NOTE A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to run rough Be certain air cleaner is clean and attached to the carburetor before adjusting carburetor could cause you to slip and fall New grass thick grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut Blade speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn Forahealthy lawn never cut more than one third of the length of the grass at any one cutting Lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth This mower is designed to be operated at full throttle to give you the best cut and do the most effective job of bagging the cut grass A WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from spark plug and ground it Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower again Using the Mulcher For effective mulching do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck preventing prop
6. 15 SECTION 10 PARTS LIST FOR MODEL HW 656 NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever needed to the part number to order a replacement part For instance if a part numbered 700 xxxx is painted Oyster Gray the part number to order would be 700 xxxx 0662 Oyster Gray 0662 44 Powder Black 0637 Red Metallic 0650 Model HW 656 NC Part No Description isis Part No Description 1 731 1057 Upper Drive Cover 42 736 0452 Flat Washer 516 x 1 5 x 134 2 731 0620 Drive Lever 43 710 0606 Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 1 50 3 731 1058 Lower Drive Cover 44 710 1257 Hex Screw 3 8 24 x 2 50 4 731 1059 Mounting Cap 45 749 0907A Lower Handle 5 710 1667A Screw 10 16 x 75 46 710 0703 Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 75 6 746 0960 Drive Cable 52 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 T 647 0004 Deluxe Control Lever 53 736 0356 Bell Washer 39 I D x 1 38 O D 8 749 0439B Upper Handle Incl Ref No 9 54 712 3005 Hex Flange Lock Nut 3 8 16 9 720 0294 Foam Grip 9 55 710 0896 Hex Scr w Washer 1 4 14 x 625 10 712 0234 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 56 682 3056A RH Handle Bracket 11 746 0883 Throttle Housing 682 3057A LH Handle Bracket Not Shown 12 710 1270 Oval C Sunk Screw 1 4 20 x 1 31 57 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 x 75 x 062 13 720 0279 Handle Knob 58 710 0599 Hex Screw TT 1 4 20 x 500 14 720 0314 Handle Knob 59 17488A RH Pivot Bar 15 7
7. Height of cut will be changed when the thumb lever is moved from one hole to another Simply depress the lever towards wheel and move wheel and lever assembly to desired position All wheels must be placed in the same relative position See Figure 12 Figure 12 Adjusting Drive Clutch Control The drive clutch adjustment wheel is located on the drive clutch control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen tension on the drive cable Perform this adjustment if the following exists a The mower does not propel itself with the drive clutch engaged b The mower s drive wheels hesitate with the drive clutch engaged To resolve the above problems rotate the adjustment wheel with your fingers clockwise to tighten the cable and counter clockwise to loosen the cable See Figure 13 To tighten cable Adjustment Wheel To loosen cable Figure 13 SECTION 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER Deck Care Replacing Rear Flap To remove rear flap cut off the flat end of the wire rod which secures it to the deck See Figure 14 Attach the new flap and new rod to deck bending the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck Rear Discharge Door A Handle Bracket Handle Bracket Figure 14 NOTE We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to electric components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine The use of water will shor
8. Mulching utting Height e Adjustment Lever Control Figure 10 Blade Control Handle Grass Catcher WARNING This control mechanism is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations A The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower and must be depressed in order to operate the unit Release it to stop engine and blade Recoil Starter The recoil starter handle is attached to the handle and is used to start the engine The grass catcher located at the rear of the mower is used to bag the grass clippings for disposal at another site Once the bag is full it has to be removed from the mower and emptied before any further mowing Cutting Height Adjustment Lever This lever located at each wheel lets you adjust cutting height of the grass Remember to put all four levers at the same height to avoid uneven cut Mulching Plug Both the mulching baffle and the mulching plug are used only for mulching purposes Instead of collecting the grass clippings in a grass catcher your mower has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn This is called mulching Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the side of the engine It is used to regulate the engine speed WARNING The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine Do not adjust A throttle control with the engine running Drive Clutch Control The drive clutch control lever is located on the upper handle and is use
9. Refer to Blade Mounting Torque section on this page e Install the blade assembly on the crankshaft See Figure 16 Secure with the hex bolt and bell washer cupped side of washer to blade and tighten to the recommended torque Refer to Blade Mounting Torque section on this page IMPORTANT The bolt used to secure the blade to the engine is specially heat treated Do not substitute To order replacement bolt refer to the parts list in the back of this manual your lawn mower check all nuts and bolts T WARNING To ensure safe operation of periodically and tighten if necessary To Sharpen Blade The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen the blade while it is still on the mower Follow the original angle of grind as a guide Make sure that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade NOTE An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds may cause damage to the mower and could break causing personal injury e The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver See Figure 17 Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly It is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter for the best test of balance 1 Insert screw driver through hole 2 Blade should be parallel to ground Screw Driver Blade o o Ground
10. e Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions e Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Remove belt from around VA pulley and blade Hex Bolt Figure 19 Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer NOTE When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rust proof the equipment Using a light oil or silicone coat the equipment especially cables and all moving parts SECTION 9 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Actions Engine fails to 1 Blade control handle disengaged 1 Engage blade control handle start 2 Spark plug wire disconnected 2 Connect wire to spark plug 3 Dirty air cleaner 3 Refer to the engine manual 4 Primer button not depressed 4 Refer to the engine manual 5 Throttle control lever not in correct position 5 Move throttle lever to FAST or START position 6 Fueltank empty or stale fuel 6 Clean fuel line 7 Blocked fuel line 7 Clean adjust gap or replace 8 Faulty spark plug 8 Referto the engine manual 9 Engine flooded 9 Wait for a while and crank the engine Engine runs 1 Unit running in START position 1 Move throttle lever to FAST position erratic 2 Spark plug wire l
11. equipped while starting engine The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operation Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade The blade control handle must operate the disengaged position when released Slop Do Never operate the mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run If you feel you are losing your footing RELEASE THE BLADE CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATELY and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating Never operate mower without proper guards grass catcher plates or other safety protective devices in place Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Only use accessories approved for this machine by the man
12. in material or workmanship This lim ited warranty shall only apply if this product has been oper ated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been sub ject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any acces sory or attachment not approved by White Outdoor Prod ucts Co for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damages Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows All normal wear part or compo nent failures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause After 90 days but within the two year period normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of OTHER component parts Normal wear parts and compo nents include but are not limited to belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates and tires Batteries are covered by a 90 day limited replacement warranty HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL WHITE OUTDOOR DEALER To locate the dealer in your area please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or con tact the Customer Dealer
13. right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position Setting Up Your Lawn Mower Remove the grass catcher from the unit and set it out of the way See Figure 2 step 1 e Raise the lower handle in the direction shown in Figure 2 step 2 till it snaps into place Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in Figure 2 step 3 Tighten the wing nuts which are already on the handle 2 Lift lower handle 1 Move bag away 3 Lift upper handle Figure 2 NOTE Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position If you wish to lower the height of the handle refer to the Adjustment Section at this time Remove the hairpin clips from the outer hole in the weld pins on the handle mounting brackets Using a pair of pliers squeeze one leg of the lower handle against the handle mounting bracket Insert the hairpin clip into the inner hole on the weld pin Repeat on the other side See Figure 3 Handle Mounting Bracket Insert hairpin clip here Hairpin Clip RCM Figure 3 The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper handle Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide See Figure 4 e With spark plug wire disconnected and grounded hold the blade control handle against the upper handle and pull the starter rope out of the engine Release blade control handle Slip the rope into the rope guide Tighten the wing nut See Figure 4 Sli
14. 1 145 x 030 42 716 0102 Snap Ring 1 0 dia 16 741 0699 Needle Bearing 438x 625x 500 43 782 7551 Wheel Dust Cap 17 721 0325 Plug 1 4 x 437 44 717 1534 Gear 14T RH FWD 18 618 0300A Upper Housing 45 717 1533 Gear 14T LH FWD 19 721 0329 OilSeal 500 x 687 x 094 46 734 1983 Wheel 8x2 Black 20 741 0673 Flange Bearing 47 731 0981A Hubcap Gray 21 611 0105 Output Shaft 48 682 0512A RH Height Adj Complete 22 736 0520 Flat Washer 504 x 700 x 030 49 682 0511A LH Height Adj Complete 23 717 1492 Pinion Shaft 10T 50 682 0030 Cable Idler Bracket 24 736 0314 Thrust Washer 375 x 70 x 030 51 715 0221 DowelPin 25 736 0569 Thrust Washer 388 x 625 x 062 52 736 3013 Flat Washer 1 2 x 1 00 x 063 26 618 0299A Lower Housing 53 714 0101 Cotter Pin 08 x 1 42 27 741 0672 Flange Bearing 378 x 531 x 370 54 738 1002 Screw 28 710 1276 HexScreww Washer1 4 20x 750 99 754 0465 Belt MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR White OUTDOOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out door Products Co with respect to new merchandise pur chased and used in the United States its possessions and territories White Outdoor Products Co warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective
15. 10 1205 Eye Bolt 17489A LH Pivot Bar Not Shown 16 746 0550 Control Cable 39 60 732 0866 Height Adj Lever 17 710 1174 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 0 61 720 0312 Foam Grip 18 682 3058 RH Bracket Ass y 62 738 0507B Shoulder Scr 500 Dia x 434 Incl Ref 54 56 59 60 amp 62 63 736 0105 Washer 401 x 870 x 063 682 3059 LH Bracket Ass y Not Shown 64 734 1861 Wheel 14 x 2 Gray Link Trd 19 726 0240 Cable Tie 65 736 0182 Spring Washer 50 I D x 1 0 O D 20 714 0104 Cotter Pin 66 736 0456 Flat Washer 510 x 1 373 x 04 21 710 1007 Self Tapping Screw 67 738 0481 Shoulder Screw 22 712 0397 Wing Knob 68 732 0700 Wire 23 664 0084 Grass Bag 69 731 1236 Rear Trailing Shield 24 7510042824 Screw 12x 457 70 747 0996 Pivot Rod 25 631 0075 Engine Spacer 71 732 0809 Torsion Spring 26 751B213146 Clamp Casing 72 782 7599A Rear Discharge Door 27 710 1237 Hex Screw TT 10 32 x 625 73 747 0995A Grasscatcher Frame 28 782 0082A 21 Deck 74 712 0271 Hex Nut 29 782 5004 RH Rear Baffle 75 711 1293 Screw 30 710 1017 Screw AB 1 4 14 625 76 782 5007 Plastic Mulching Baffle 31 782 5003 LH Rear Baffle 77 731 0066 Hardtop w logo 32 710 0216 Hex Screw 3 8 16 x 75 78 782 9050 Grassbag Mtg Bracket 33 736 0331 Bell Washer 39 x 1 13 x 062 79 710 1348 Screw 1 4 20 34 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 751B281451 Engine Shroud Not Shown 35 731 2101A Transmission Cover Gray 80 682 7000 Mulching Plug Hinged
16. 36 782 5002 Front Baffle 81 731 1409 Chute Deflector 37 754 0465 V Belt 3 8 x 35 68 82 732 0731 Torsion Spring 38 712 0324 Hex Nut 1 4 20 83 747 0710 Hinge Pin 39 756 1146 Drive Pulley 84 710 0599 Tapp Scr 1 4 20 x 500 40 748 0411 Blade Adapter 85 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 x 75 x 062 41 742 0741 21 Mulching Blade 86 782 7006 Hinged Mtg Bracket Model HW 656 Ref No Part No Description Ref No Part No Description 1 712 3025 Hex Jam Nut 5 16 24 29 618 0298A Transmission Assembly 2 736 0425 Bell Washer 325 x 930 x 045 Includes Ref ito Ref 30 3 756 1042 Pulley 3 82 x 313 x 68 30 732 0708 Bearing Retainer 4 736 0425 Bell Washer 325 x 930 x 045 31 741 0604 Bearing Sleeve 50 I D 5 712 0896 Lock Nut 1 4 28 32 748 0355 Bearing Support 6 736 0406 Flat Washer 442 x 1 38 x 060 33 736 0447 Wave Washer 1 5 x 1 0 x 029 7 782 7598 Belt Keeper 34 782 0512B RH Height Adj Plate 8 741 0124 Ball Bearing 35 782 0511A LH Height Adj Plate 9 721 0457 Oil Seal 36 682 0509 Pivot Plate Assembly 10 750 1050 Flange Spacer 37 732 0706 RH Front Lever 11 682 0028 ldler Bracket Assembly 38 732 0707 LH Front Lever 12 741 0682A Bearing Sleeve 39 720 0190 Knob 13 732 0849A Extension Spring 40 710 0216 Hex Cap Screw 3 8 16 x 75 14 710 0299 Hex Cap Screw 1 4 28 x 1 00 41 736 0474 Washer DD 1 5 O D 15 736 0570 Flat Washer 865 x
17. Referral Line of White Outdoor Co by calling 1 330 225 8883 or writing to P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Please refer to the applicable manufacturers warranty on these items b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty d White Outdoor Co does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America its possessions and territories except those sold through White Outdoor Co authorized channels of export distribution No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty or guaranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind White Outdoor Co During the period of the Warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above
18. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales White Outdoor Co shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including without limi tation expenses incurred for substitute or replace ment lawn care services for transportation or for related expenses or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this War ranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser original lessee or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift How State Law Relates to this Warranty This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
19. WARNING The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after engine is shut off Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended Adjusting Throttle Speed WARNING Never attempt to adjust the A engine s throttle speed while the engine is running Always stop the engine by releasing the blade control handle before adjusting the engine s throttle speed The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the engine Adjust as follows Slide the throttle control lever toward the turtle front of the engine to slow the engine s RPM Slide the throttle control lever toward the rabbit rear of the engine to speed up the engine s RPM Always operate your mower with the engine in the full throttle rabbit position for the most effective mulching or bagging of the cut grass Using Your Rotary Mower A Be sure that lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others For best results do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower preventing proper discharge of grass clippings and WARNING Never operate your unit without either the rear deflector or entire grass catcher assembly in place SECTION 6 MAKING ADJ USTMENTS
20. ate a fire hazard WARNING Make sure to avoid muffler and surrounding areas while the mower engine is hot because temperature of these areas of the engine may exceed 150 F Lubrication Refer to Lubrication Chart in Figure 15 WARNING Always stop engine and A disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn mower Blade Control e Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil The blade control must operate freely in both directions Rear amp Side Discharge Doors The torsion springs and pivot points should be lubricated periodically with light oil to prevent any rust or binding Door must work freely Wheels e The wheels require no lubrication However if the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil Engine oil may also be used Transmission The transmission is pre lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubrication on a regular basis as part of maintenance However if you disassemble the transmission for any reason refill with two ounces of Alvania grease part 737 0168 as part of reassembly Engine Follow engine manual for instruction and schedule of lubrication NOTE When tipping the unit empty the fuel tank and keep engine spark plug side up Figure 15 Lubrication Chart Blade Car
21. d to engage the drive Squeeze lever against the upper handle to engage the drive release drive clutch control to slow down or stop the mower SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running A Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas When starting the unit for the first time face the mower against a solid object such as a wall fence etc Start the unit and if it shows any signs of motion while the drive clutch control is still disengaged shut the engine off immediately co and Oil Fill Up Service the mower engine with gasoline and oil following instructions in the engine manual If your mower was shipped with oil in the engine fill up the required amount of gasoline only Always make sure there is adequate oil in the engine before starting the engine 1 WARNING Never fill fuel tank indoors with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running Adjusting Cutting Height Your mower was shipped at the highest cutting height For best results in mowing keep the cutting height position high until it is determined which height is best for your lawn
22. e Periodically inspect the blade adapter and pulley for cracks especially if you strike a foreign object Replace when necessary WARNING When removing the cutting A blade for sharpening or replacement protect hands by using heavy gloves or a thick rag to grasp the cutting blade e Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug To Remove Blade e Remove the bolt and bell washer which hold the blade pulley assembly to the engine crankshaft See Figure 16 Remove assembly from crankshaft e Remove the two bolts and lock nuts from the blade assembly e Remove the blade from the blade adapter and pulley To Replace Blade Beforereinstalling the blade pulley assembly to the unit lubricate engine crankshaft and inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil or engine oil Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up Lock Nut Pulley Assembly Blade Lock Nut Adapter Blade Hex Bolt l Hex Bolt Bell Hex Bolt Washer Figure 16 Also lubricate the bolt holes bolt and the inner surface of the nuts Install the blade adapter on the pulley with the star away from the pulley See Figure 16 Place the new blade on the blade adapter with the side marked bottom or with part number facing away from the adapter e Secure the blade to the assembly with two hex bolts and lock nuts Tighten the hex bolts to the recommended torque
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24. er mulching of grass clippings New or thick grass may require a narrower cut The ground speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn If mowing has been delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4 mulching is not recommended Mow using the grass bag if so equipped to reduce the grass height to 3 1 4 maximum before mulching Handle Height Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position To lower the handle height for your convenience proceed as follows 1 gt Lower ae Handle Notch Figure 11 e Remove the starter rope from the rope guide Remove the upper handle by removing the hand knobs and carriage bolts Lay the upper handle out of the way being careful not to bend or kink cables Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the handle brackets Press outward on the legs of the lower handle and remove it from the mower Turn the lower handle around so the notches on the bottom of the lower handle are facing forward as shown in Figure 11 Reassemble placing the bottom holes in the handle over the weld pins in the handle mounting bracket Reassemble the upper handle Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes in the weld pins and attach the starter rope as instructed in the assembly instructions Cutting Height An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel position provides cutting height adjustment Each adjusting plate has nine height positions
25. has been designed to perform one job to mow grass Do not use it for any other purpose Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower Children 14 years old and over should only operate mower under close parental supervision Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your mower Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Stop engine when they are in the vicinity of your mower to help prevent blade contact or thrown object injury Although the area of operation should be completely cleared of foreign objects an object may have been overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed in the area Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel toed shoes are recommended Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry They can be caught in moving parts Never operate a unit in bare feet sandals slippery or light weight e g canvas shoes Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign easily in both directions and automatically return to WARNING The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer bir
26. his information You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call SECTION L IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your lawn mower Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol heed its warning DANGER Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death A GENERAL OPERATION Read this operator s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before operation Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Your rotary mower is a precision piece of power equipment not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Your unit
27. ntretenu Lala 15 Troubleshooting o oU limi A Nr ne 15 Parts blst ieu o let declan Sia ian 16 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Dealer Referral Line or an authorized White Outdoor dealer You can locate the model number by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the mower A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Model Number Serial Number Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY Whi y P O BOX 361131 OUTDOOR e CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line Call 1 800 949 4483 to reach a Customer Support representative Please have your unit s model number and serial number ready when you call See previous section to locate t
28. oose 2 Connect and tighten spark plug wire Check for fouling 3 Blocked fuelline or stale fuel 3 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 4 Carburetor out of adjustment 4 Refer to the engine manual Engine 1 Engine oil level low 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil overheats 2 Dirty aircleaner 2 Refer to the engine manual 3 Air flow restricted 3 Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire Remove blower housing and clean 4 Carburetor not adjusted properly 4 Refer to the engine manual Occasional skip 1 Spark plug gap too close 1 Adjust gap to 030 athigh speed 2 Carburetor adjustment improperly set 2 Referto the engine manual Idles poorly 1 Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide 1 Reset gap to 030 or replace spark plug 2 Carburetor not adjusted 2 Refer to the engine manual Excessive 1 Outting blade loose or unbalanced 1 Tighten blade and adapter Balance blade vibration 2 Bent cutting blade 2 Seean authorized service dealer Mower willnot 1 Engine speed too low 1 Setthrottle between 3 4 and full throttle mulch grass 2 Wetgrass 2 Waituntil later to cut 3 Excessively high grass 3 Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height Uneven cut 1 Wheels positioned incorrectly 1 Place all four wheels in same height position 2 Dull blade 2 Sharpen or replace blade NOTE For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above contact your local White Outdoor dealer
29. p rope into rope id A Rope Guide i Figure 4 Wing Nut Tighten all nuts and bolts securely Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle Pull the cable tie tight and trim the excess See Figure 5 Cable Tie Hole on Lower Handle Figure 5 After you have moved the hairpin clips as shown in Figure 3 place one carriage bolt found in the hardware pack included with your unit in the upper hole of the right handle mounting bracket from the inside outward See Figure 6 Secure with one plastic wing nut Repeat process on the left side Carriage Bolt Hairpin Clip Figure 6 Attaching Grass Catcher To Mower NOTE 7he mulching baffle is already in place on the mower for shipping purposes Your lawn mower is equipped with both a mulching baffle and a mulching plug While the mulching baffle is located at the rear of the mower the mulching plug is located on the right side of the cutting deck Do not remove the mulching plug from the mower even when you are not mulching the grass Toremove the mulching baffle lift the rear discharge door on the mower Remove the mulching baffle See Figure 7 Mulching Baffle Figure 7 IMPORTANT Make sure cables are routed to the outside of the handle so they are not in the way when attaching the grass catcher Liftthe rear discharge door on the mower Place the hooks found on both sides of the grass catcher frame ove
30. r the chute door pivot rod at the rear of the mower See Figure 8 Release the rear discharge door e Toremove the grass catcher lift the rear discharge door on the mower Lift the grass catcher up and off the pivot rod Reinstall the mulching baffle and release the rear discharge door See Figure 8 WARNING Never operate the mower A unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the chute pivot rod and the rear discharge door rests firmly against the top of the grass catcher Discharge Door Converting To Side Discharge Liftthe rear discharge door and install the mulching baffle See Figure 7 e Ontheside of the mower lift the mulching plug See Figure 9 Slide the two hooks of the side discharge chute under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly as shown in Figure 9 Lower the side mulching plug Donot remove the side mulching plug at any time even when you are not mulching Mulching Plug Hinge Pi i Slide hooks under t tw sides of hinge pin Figure 9 SECTION 4 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare Figure 10 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of controls and adjustments A Side Discharge WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields Blade Control Handle Gasoline Fill Oil Fill Chute
31. s running Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS REAR TRAILING SHIELD AND THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE A WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS lt THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE GRASS KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE Y A DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH a KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY GLASSES DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER UP AND DOWN NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE EHA MOVING BACKWARDS READ OPERATOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES BLADE CONTROL TRAILING SHIELD DISCHARGE COVER ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 2 Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate the lawn mower safely sado s umop pue dn Janau sedojs jo 898 SU ssoJoe SISMO IJNIH3S M TVM a1e48dO sadojs jo soe ay ssoJoe 1e eu sedo s umop pue dn siamow ONIGIY 91e9do Anfu snoues ui bunjnsal dijs pjnoo noA pue Bunoojy inoA urejurew oj YNOWJIP AjeueJ1xe SI Y adojs
32. ten life of the mower and reduce its serviceability The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a build up of grass clippings leaves dirt or other matter If this debris is allowed to accumulate it will invite rust and corrosion and may cause an uneven discharge of grass clippings at the next cutting The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected Engine A list of key maintenance jobs required for good performance by the mower is given below Follow the accompanying engine manual for detailed list and instructions e Change engine oil after the first two operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter Always check oil level before starting engine e Clean the engine periodically Remove dirt and debris with a cloth or brush We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to electric components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine The use of water will shorten life of the mower and reduce its serviceability e Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 030 at least once a season or every 50 hours of operation Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season Refer to the engine manual for correct spark plug type Inspect muffler periodically and replace if necessary Damaged mufflers or spark arresters can cre
33. th defects or other reproductive harm objects that may be thrown from the machine in any direction Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed in the area Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like To help avoid a thrown objects injury keep children bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of discharge opening at all times as the rotating blade can cause injury Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall Do not hang on to the mower if you are falling release the handle immediately Never pull the mower toward you while you are walking If you must back the mower away froma wall or obstruction first look down and behind and then follow these steps a Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms b Besure you are well balanced with sure footing c Pullthe mower back slowly no more than half way toward you d Repeatthese steps as needed Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not engage the self propelled mechanism on units so
34. ufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your dealer for assistance Telephone 1 800 800 7310 for the name of your nearest dealer e Operation For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts hidden objects or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your balance release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop in less than 3 seconds Do not Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The operator could lose footing or balance Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them
35. up oil or fuel spillage Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked or worn Replace with blade which meets original equipment specifications listed in this manual Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating the mower Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine Excessive engine speeds are dangerous Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine i
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