Craftsman Lawn Mower 1304260L
Craftsman Lawn Mower 1304260L
Craftsman Lawn Mower 1304260L
Model No.
917.370601
• EspaSol, p. 20
CAUTION'.
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
_i, Look for this symbol to point out impor- _,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
tant safety precautions. It means related accessories contain lead and lead
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! compounds, chemicals known to the State
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
,& WARNING" In order to prevent acci- hands after handling.
dental starting when setting up, transport-
ing, adjusting or making repairs, always &WARNING: This lawn mower is
disconnect spark plug wire and place wire equipped with an internal combustion
where it cannot come in contact with plug. engine and should not be used on or near
any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
_i, CAUTION: Muffler and other engine covered or grass-covered land unless the
parts become extremely ,4Fk,,-, engine's exhaust system is equipped with
hot during operation and a spark arrester meeting applicable local
remain hot after engine or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
has stopped. To avoid used, it should be maintained in effective
severe burns on contact, working order by the operator.
stay away from these areas.
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In the state of California the above is re- • Disengage the self-propelled mecha-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- nism or drive clutch on mowers so
nia Public Resources Code). Other states equipped before starting the engine.
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply • If the equipment should start to vibrate
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
muffler is available through your nearest check immediately for the cause. Vibra-
Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the RE- tion is generally a warning of trouble.
PAIR PARTS section of this manual). • Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating
I. GENERAL OPERATION
mower.
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the II. SLOPE OPERATION
manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
familiar with the controls and the proper fall accidents which can result in severe
use of the machine before starting. injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
• Do not put hands or feet near or under you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis- DO:
charge opening at all times. • Mow across the face of slopes: never
• Only allow responsible individuals, who up and down. Exercise extreme caution
are familiar with the instructions, to oper- when changing direction on slopes.
ate the machine. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, limbs, etc.
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
could be picked up and thrown by blade. grass can hide obstacles.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people DO NOT:
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area. • Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
• Do not operate the mower when bare- embankments. The operator could lose
foot or wearing open sandals. Always footing or balance.
wear substantial foot wear. • Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced
absolutely necessary. Always look down footing could cause slipping.
and behind before and while moving III. CHILDREN
backwards.
Tragic accidents can occur if the opera-
• Never direct discharged material toward tor is not alert to the presence of children.
anyone. Avoid discharging material against Children are often attracted to the machine
a wall or obstruction. Material may richo- and the mowing activity. Never assume
chet back toward the operator. Stop blade that children will remain where you last
when crossing gravel surfaces. saw them.
• Do not operate the mower without • Keep children out of the trimming area
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or and under the watchful care of another
other safety protective devices in place. responsible adult.
• See manufacturer's instructions for prop- • Be alert and turn machine off if children
er operation and installation of accesso- enter the area.
ries. Only use accessories approved by • Before and while walking backwards,
the manufacturer. look behind and down for small children.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
• Never allow children to operate the
drives, walks, or roads. machine.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you • Use extra care when approaching blind
leave the equipment, before cleaning the corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
mower or unclogging the chute. that may obscure vision.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until AWARNING: CHILDREN CAN BE
the blade comes to complete stop before INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The
removing grass catcher.
American Academy of Pediatrics recom-
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial mends that children be a minimum of 12
light.
year of age before operating a pedestrian
• Do not operate the machine while under controlled lawn mower and a minimum of
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
16 years of age before operating a riding
• Never operate machine in wet grass. lawn mower.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle; walk, never run. 3
• When loading or unloadingthis ma- • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
chine, do not exceed the maximum clothing immediately.
recommendedoperation angle of 15°. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equip- cap and tighten securely.
ment (PPE)while operatingthis ma- V. GENERAL SERVICE
chine, including (at a minimum) sturdy
• Never run a machine inside a closed
footwear, eye protection, and hearing
area.
protection. Do not mow in shorts or
open toed footwear. • Never make adjustments or repairs with
Always let someone know you are outside the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
mowing. the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent acciden-
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE tal starting.
Use extreme care in handling gasoline. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
vapors are explosive. ment in good condition.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes • Never tamper with safety devices.
and other sources of ignition. Check their proper operation regularly.
• Use only an approved container. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
the engine running. Allow engine to spillage. Allow machine to cool before
cool before refueling. storing.
• Never refuel the machine indoors. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you
• Never store the machine or fuel contain- strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
er where there is an open flame, spark before restarting.
or pilot light such as a water heater or • Never attempt to make wheel height
on other appliances. adjustments while the engine is running.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on • Grass catcher components are subject
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. to wear, damage, and deterioration,
Always place containers on the ground which could expose moving parts or
away from your vehicle before filling. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
• Remove gas-powered equipment from check components and replace with
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the manufacturer's recommended parts,
ground. If this is not possible, then when necessary.
refuel such equipment with a portable • Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
container, rather than from a gasoline Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
dispenser nozzle. use extra caution when servicing them.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim • Do not change the engine governor set-
of the fuel tank or container opening at ting or overspeed the engine.
all times until fueling is complete. Do • Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
not use a nozzle lock-open device. tion labels, as necessary.
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
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LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CLIPPING
DEFLECTORS
FOR STABILIZER
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble
or operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts
left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn
mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct
tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.,
necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
Operator MOWING
presence POSITION
control bar
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Vinyl Frame
LIFT Upper
UP handle bindings opening
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Handle Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
knob used as a mulcher. To convert mower to
bagging or discharging, see "TO CON-
Lower handle VERT MOWER" in the Operation section
of this manual.
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize
yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for
future reference.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
product. Learn and understand their meaning.
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS
OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY
Handle knobs
Grass
Air filter
Wheel adjuster
(on each wheel'
Engine oil
with dipstick
Muffler
Housing
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
NOTE: Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (El0) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (El0) will void the product warranty.
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission. ,AWARNING: The blade turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar = must Mulcher door = allows conversion to
be held down to the handle to start the discharging or bagging operation.
engine. Release to stop the engine. Drive control bar = used to engage
Starter handle = used for starting engine. 7 power-propelled forward motion of mower.
The operation of any lawn TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
SAFETY
GLASSESmower can result in foreign Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels
objectsthrowninto the eyes, for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
whichcanresultinsevereeye your requirements. Medium position is
damage.Alwayswearsafety best for most lawns.
glasses or eye shieldswhile operatingyour • To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
lawn mower or performingany adjustments juster lever toward wheel. Move wheel
or repairs.Werecommenda standardsafety up or down to suit your requirements.
glasses or wide vision safety mask worn Be sure all wheels are in the same set-
over spectacles. ting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned
when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN
Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)
MOWER allow lever to be positioned between the
ENGINE SPEED plate tabs.
Engine speed was set at the factory for ROTATE LEVER TOWARD
optimum performance, it is not adjustable. ENGINE TO LOWER MOWER
Driv_ Operator
control presence
bar control bar
Unlock
latch
Open
mulcher door
Discharge
deflector
Bag
handle
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MOWING TiPS MULCHING MOWING TiPS
_, CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher IMPORTANT: For best performance,
blade attachments on your mower. Such keep mower housing free of built-up
attachments are hazardous, will damage grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the
your mower and could void your warranty. Maintenance section of this manual.
• Under certain conditions, such as very • The special mulching blade will recut
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the grass clippings many times and
the height of cut to reduce pushing effort reduce them in size so that as they fall
and to keep from overloading the engine onto the lawn they will disperse into
and leaving clumps of grass clippings. the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
It may also be necessary to reduce mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
ground speed and/or run the lawn to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always
mower over the area a second time. mulch with your highest engine (blade)
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the speed as this will provide the best recut-
width of cut by overlapping previously ting action of the blades.
cut path and mow slowly. • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.
• For better grass bagging and most cut- Wet grass tends to form clumps and
ting conditions, the engine speed should interferes with the mulching action. The
be set in the FAST position. best time to mow your lawn is the early
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can afternoon. At this time the grass has
become filled with dirt and dust with use dried, yet the newly cut area will not be
and catchers will collect less grass. To exposed to direct sunlight.
prevent this, regularly hose catcher off • For best results, adjust the lawn mower
with water and let dry before using. cutting height so that the lawn mower
• Keep top of engine around starter clear cuts off only the top one-third of the
and clean of grass clippings and chaff. grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it
This will help engine air flow and extend will be necessary to raise the height of
engine life. cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep
from overloading the engine and leaving
clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly.
MAX 1/3
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE
EACH
A FTEREVERY
EACH 10
EVERY
25 HOURS
EVERY
100 BEFORE
SCHEDULE USE USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS STORAGE
m
_ Inspect Muffler
N Replace Spark Plug
E Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer
* (if so equipped) 1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.
** Electric-Start mowers 2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
*** Power-Propelled mowers 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
**** Use a scraper 4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
to clean under deck 5 - And after each 5 hours of use.
Upper _
CLEANING
Hose
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-grass
and trash. Clean the underside of your
mower after each use.
• I,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with plug.
• Clean the underside of your lawn mower
by scraping to remove build-up of grass
and trash.
• Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs Fitting
hotter and shortens engine life.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
of all gasoline, oil, etc. Clean under drive cover at least twice a
• We do not recommend using a garden season. Scrape underside of cover with
hose to clean the outside of your lawn putty knife or similar tool to remove any
mower unless the electrical system, build-up of trash or grass on underside
muffler, air filter and carburetor are cov- 15 of drive cover.
A WARNING: To avoid serious injury,before performing any service and adjustments:
1. Releasecontrol bar and stop engine.
2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
3. Disconnectspark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in
contact with plug.
LAWN MOWER NOTE: Always use factory approved belt
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT to assure proper fit and long life.
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in Blade adapter y Crankshaft
the Operation section of this manual.
Lockwasher
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the Blade
\
rear wheels of your mower, is provided to
minimize the possibility that objects will
i0
be thrown out of the rear of the mower
into the operator mowing position. If the
Blade
deflector becomes damaged, it should be bolt Hardened :::::::,, \ '_
replaced. washer Trailing/edge retainer
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit
will not be used for 30 days or more.
LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: When folding the handle
When lawn mower is to be stored for a for storage or transportation, be sure to
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove fold the handle as shown or you may dam-
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a age the control cables.
clean, dry area.
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See Operator MOWING
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec- POSITION
control bar
tion of this manual). ) /
2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual. ////
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puede necesitar alguna reparaci6n de tanto a reglos m_.s convenientes.
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Estos accesorios estaban disponibles cuando se produjo la segadora. No son facilitados junto al
cortacesped. Tambi6n est_.n disponibles en la mayorfa de las tiendas de Sears yen los centros
de servicio. AIgunos de estos accesorios tal vez no se apliquen a su segadora.
RENDIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA
DESVIADOR
DE RECORTES
ESTABILI- ENVASES
PARA SEGADORAS
ZADORES
CON DESCARGA
TRASERA E GASOLINA
RECOREDOR
PARA PARA
SEGADORAS SEGADORAS
CON DESCARGA CON DESCARGA
RECOREDOR
TRASERA LATERAL
MANTENIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA
ADAPTADORES ACEITE
CORREAS CUCHILLAS DE CUCHILLA RUEDAS DEL MOTOR
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Lea estas instrucciones y este manual completamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su sega-
dora nueva.
IMPORTANTE: Este cortac_sped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la f_.brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que se de-
jaron sin montar por razones de env[o. Todas las partes como las tuercas, las arandelas, los pernos,
etc., que son necesarias para completar el montaje han sido colocadas en la bolsa de partes. Para
asegurarse que su segadora funcione en forma segura y adecuada, todas las partes y los arficulos
de ferreter[a que se monten tienen que set apretados seguramente. Use las herramientas correctas,
como sea necesario, para asegurar que se aprieten adecuadamente.
Barra de POSICION
que exige la PARA
presencia det SEGAR
operador :,
://
Sujetadore_ Abertura
LEVANTAR de vinilo det bastidor
Mango
superior
PARA INSTALAR LOS ACCESORIOS
Su segadora fue enviada lista para usarse
Manitla del como una acolchadora de capa vegetal. Para
mango convertirla de modo que pueda ensacar o
descargar, refi6rase a "PARA CONVERTIR LA
SEGADORA" en la secci6n de Operaci6n de
Mango Inferior este manual.
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FAIVllLIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA
LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDADANTES DE OPARAR SU
SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de
los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro.
ATTENCION O MOTOR MOTOR R/_,PIDO LENTO ESTRANGU COM- ACEITE PELIGRO, GUARDE LAS
ADVERTENClA ENCENDIDO APAGADO LAClON BUSTIBLE MANOS Y LOS PIES LEJOS
Recogedor
de c6sped Filtro de aire
Ajustador de
la rueda (en
Tapa del de
de aciete del mo- cada rueda)
tor con varilla in-
dicadora de nivel
Silenciadc
Cubierta de
Puerta de la la impulsi6n
Caja
IMPORTANTE: Este cortac_sped viene
SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en motor.
NOTA: Esta m_.quina puede utilizar gasolina con un contenido de hasta el 10% de etanol (El0).
El uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (El0) anular_, la garanfia del producto.
CUMPLE CON LOS REQUISITOS DE SEGURIDAD DE LA CPSC
Las segadoras a motor, que se conducen desde la parte de atrb.s, rotatorias, Sears, cumplen con
los est_.ndares de seguridad de_lAmerican National Standards Institute y de la U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission. _kPREOAUOION: La cuchilla gira cuando el motor est,. funcionando.
Barra de control que exige la presencia del Barra de control de la impulsion - se usa
operador - tiene que sujetarse abajo, junto para enganchar la segadora para movimiento
con el mango, para hacer arrancar el motor, hacia adelante impulsada a motor.
Su61tela para parar el motor. Cordon arrancador - se usa para hacer ar-
Puerta de la acolchadora - permite la conver- rancar el motor.
si6n para la operaci6n de descarga o ensacado. 25
Laoperaci6nde cualquierse- PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE CORTE
gadorapuedehacerquesalten Levante las ruedas para el corte bajo y baje las
objetosextrahosdentrodesus ruedas para el corte alto., ajuste la altura de
ojos,Ioquepuedeproducir corte para que se acomode a sus requisitos. La
dahosgravesen_stos.Siempre posici6n del medio es la mejor para la mayoria
useanteojosde seguridado protecci6npara de los c6spedes.
losojosmientrasoperesu segadorao cuando • Para cambiar la altura de corte, empuje la
hagaajusteso reparaciones.
Recomendamos palanca del ajustador hacia la rueda. Mueva
gafaso unamascarade seguridaddevisi6n la rueda hacia arriba o hacia abajo de modo
ampliadeseguridadusadasobrelasgafas. que se acomode a sus requisitos. AsegOrese
que todas las ruedas queden igualmente
ajustadas.
COMO USAR SU SEGADORA
AVlSO: El ajustador esta correctamente
VELOCIDAD DEL MOTOR colocado cuando las orejas de la placa estb.n
La velocidad del motor se estableci6 en la fb.- insertadas en el agujero del mango. Tambi_n,
brica para un rendimiento 6ptimo. La velocidad los ajustes de 9 posiciones (si equipado) per-
no se puede ajustar. miten que el mango pueda set movido entre las
orejas de la placa.
CONTROL DE ZONA DEL MOTOR PALANCA DE GIRAR HACIA
PRECAUCION: Las regulaciones federales EL MOTOR A MENOR LA
exigen que se instale un control para el motor SEGADORA Mane
en esta segadora para reducir a un minimo el Orejas de _,_
riesgo de lesionarse debido al contacto con la la ptaca
cuchilla. Pot ningOn motivo trate de eliminar
la funci6n del control del operador. La cuchilla
gira cuando el motor estb. funcionando.
• Su segadora viene equipada con una barra
de controles que exigen la presencia del
operador, Io que requiere que el operador
est_ detrb.s del mango de la segadora para
PALANCA DE GIRAR LEJOS DE MOTOR
hacerla arrancar y operarla. PARA ELEVAR LA SEGADORA
Gancho lateral
del bastidor det
recogedor
Desviador
de la descarga
/
Mango de c6sped
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CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR Y ACOL-
_PRECAUCl6N: No utilizar dispositivos anti- CHAR
paja de la hoja en la segadora ya que estos iMPORTANTE: Para obtener el mejor
accesorios son peligrosos, pueden dahar su rendimiento mantenga la caja de la segadora
segadora y anular su garanfia. sin acumulacion de cesped y basura. Vea
• Bajo ciertas condiciones, tal como c6sped "LIMPIEZA" en la seccion de Mantenimento de
muy alto, puede ser necesario el elevar la este manual.
altura del corte para reducir el esfuerzo
necesario para empujar la segadora y para • La cuchilla acolchadora especial va a volver
evitar sobrecargar el motor, dejando mon- a cortar los recortes de c6sped muchas
tones de recortes de c6sped. Puede que sea veces, y los reduce en tamaho, de modo que
necesario reducir la velocidad del recorddo si se caen en el c6sped se van a dispesar
y/o haga funcionar la segadora sobre el Area entre 6ste y no se van a notar. Tambi6n, el
por segunda vez. c_sped acolchado se va a deshacer rb.pidam-
• Para un corte muy pesado, reduzca el ancho ente entregando substancias nutritivas para
del corte pasando parcialmente por encima el c6sped. Siempre acolche con la velocidad
del lugar anteriormente cortado y siegue del motor (cuchilla) m_.s alta, pues as[ se
lentamente. obtendrb, la mejor acci6n de recorte de las
cuchillas.
• Para un mejor ensacado del c_sped y para la
• Evite cortar el c_sped cuando est_ mojado.
mayoria de las condiciones de corte, la velo-
cidad del motor debe ajustarse a la posici6n El c_sped mojado tiende a formar montones
de R,&PIDO. e interfiere con la acci6n de acolchado.
La mejor hora para segar el c6sped es
• Los poros en los recogedores de c_sped de
tela pueden Ilenarse con mugre y polvo con temprano en la tarde. A esa hora _ste se ha
el uso y los recogedores recaudarb.n menos secado y el _.rea reci_n cortada no quedar_.
c6sped. Para evitar 6ste, rode el recogedor expuesta al sol directo.
con la manguera de agua regularmente y • Para obtener los mejores resultados, ajuste
d_jelo secarse antes de usarlo. la altura del corte de la segadora de modo
• Mantenga la parte superior del motor, alred- que _sta corte solamente el tercio superior
edor del arrancador, despejada y sin recortes de las hojas de c6sped. En el caso de que el
c6sped haya crecido demasiado, puede set
de c_sped y paja. Esto ayudarb, el fiujo del
aire del motor y extender,, su duraci6n. necesario el elevar la altura del corte para
reducir el esfuerzo necesario para empujar la
segadora y para evitar sobrecargar el motor,
dejando montones de recortes de cesped.
Para un c6sped muy pesado, reduzca el an-
cho del corte pasando pot encima del lugar
anterJormente cortado y sJegue lentamente.
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DE CADA DE CADA 10
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MANGO
mango
Puede doblar el mango de su segadora para el
almacenamiento.
1. Suelte las dos (2) manillas del mango en Mango inferior
cada lado del mango superior y permita que
el mango se doble hacia detras.
2. Remueva las dos (2) manillas y los pernos Perno
de cada lado del mango inferior y pivote el
conjunto entero del mango hacia delante y
permita le que se descanse sobre la sega-
dora.
3. Vuelva a poner las manillas y los pernos al
mango inferior o a los puntales del mango Soporte
de mango
para la seguridad.
• Cuando prepare su mango a partir de la
posici6n de almacenamiento, el mango infe-
rior nesecitara cerrarlo manualmente para la
posici6n de sega.
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MOTOR ACEITE DEL MOTOR
SISTEMA DE COMBUSTIBLE Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y cb.mbielo
iMPORTANTE: Es importante evitar que con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea "MOTOR" en la
se formen depositos de coma en partes secci6n de Mantenimento de este manual.)
fundamentales del sistemade combustible tales
como el carburador, el filtro del combustible, CILINDRO
la mangura del combustible o en el estanque 1. Remuevala bujfa.
durante el almacenamiento. Los combustibles
2. Vac[e una onza (29 ml) de aceite a trav_s
mezclados con alcohol (conocido come del agujero de la buj[a en el cilindro.
gasohol o que tienen etanol o metanol) 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente unas
Pueden atraer humedad, Io que conduce a la cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite.
separacion y a la formaci6n de acidos durante 4. Vuelva a montar la nueva buj[a.
el almacenamiento. La gasolina acida puede
danar el sistema de combustible de un motor OTROS
durante el perido de almacenamiento. • No guarde la gasolina de una temporada a la
• Vaciar el dep6sito del carburante poniendo otra.
en marcha el motor y dejb.ndolo funcionar • Cambie el envase de la gasolina si se emp-
hasta que el carburante termine y el ieza a oxidar. La oxidaci6n y/o la mugre en
carburador est6 vado. su gasolina producirb.n problemas.
• Nunca use los productos para limpieza del • Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un recinto
carburador o del motor en el estanque de cerrado y cLibrala para protegerla contra el
combustible pues se pueden producir dahos polvo y la mugre.
permanentes. • Cubra su unidad con un forro protector
• Use combustible nuevo la pr6xima tempo- adecuado que no retenga la humedad. No
rada. use plb.stico. El plb.stico no puede respirar, Io
AVlSO: El estabilizador de combustible es una que permite la formaci6n de condensaci6n,
alternativa aceptable para reducir a un m[nimo Io que producir_, la oxidaci6n de su unidad.
la formaci6n de dep6sitos de goma en el com- IMPORTANTE: Nunca cubra la segadora
bustible durante el per[odo de almacenamiento. mientras el motor y las areas de escape todavia
Agregue estabilizador a la gasolina en el es- estan calientes.
tanque de combustible o en el envase para el ,_ILPRECAUCION: Nunca almacene la
almacenamiento. Siempre siga la proporci6n de segadora con gasolina en el estanque dentro
mezcla que se encuentra en el envase del estabi-
de un edificio en donde los gases pueden
lizador. Haga funcionar el motor por Io menos 10
alcanzar una llama expuesta o una chispa.
minutos despu_s de agregar el estabilizador, para
permitir que este Ilegue al carburador. No drene la Permita que se enfr[e el motor antes de
gasolina del estanque de gasolina y el carburador almacenarla en alg0n recinto cerrado.
si se est,. usando estabilizador de combustible.
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HONDA
EMiSSiON CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Environment Canada, and
State of California emission regulations (models certified for sale in California only). American Hon-
da Motor Co., Inc. provides the emission warranty coverage for engines in the United States and its
territories. Honda Canada Inc. provides the emission warranty for engines in the 13 provinces and
territories of Canada. In the remainder of this Emission Control System Warranty, American Honda
Motor Company Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. will be referred to as Honda.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS:
California
The California Air Resources Board and Honda are pleased to explain the emission control system
warranty on your Honda Power Equipment engine. In California, new spark-ignited small off-road
equipment engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog
standards.
Other States, U.S. territories, and Canada
In other areas of the United States and in Canada, your engine must be designed, built, and
equipped to meet the U.S. EPA and Environment Canada emission standards for spark-ignited
engines at or below 19 kilowatts. Specific Honda products that do not meet the California emissions
regulations can be identified by a "Not for sale in California" decal.
All of the United States and Canada
Honda must warrant the emission control system on your power equipment engine for the period
of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your
power equipment engine. Where a warrantable condition exists, Honda will repair your power
equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts, and labor.
Your emission control system may include such parts as the carburetor or fuel injection system,
the ignition system, and catalytic converter. Also included may be hoses, connectors, and other
emission-related assemblies (see next page for additional covered parts).
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY:
As the power equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required
maintenance listed in your owner's manual. Honda recommends that you retain all receipts covering
maintenance on your power equipment engine, but Honda cannot deny warranty coverage solely
for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the power equipment engine owner, you should however be aware Honda may deny you war-
ranty coverage if your power equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper
maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to a Honda Power Equipment
dealer as soon as a problem exists. The emission related warranty repairs should be completed
in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your
emission warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Honda office in your region:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Canada Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Relations Power Equipment Customer Relations
4900 Marconi Drive Visit www.honda.ca
or
AIpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847 for contact information.
Telephone: (888) 888-3139 Telephone: (888) 946-6329
Email: [email protected]
WARRANTY COVERAGE:
Honda power equipment engines sold in the United States and Canada are covered by this war-
ranty for a period of two years from the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser or the length
of the Honda Distributor's Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. This warranty is transferable to
each subsequent purchaser for the duration of the warranty period.
If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by
Honda without charge for diagnosis, parts, or labor. All defective parts replaced under this warranty
become the property of Honda. A list of warranted parts is on the reverse side of this warranty
statement. Normal maintenance items, such as spark plugs and filters, that are on the warranted
parts list are warranted up to their required replacement interval only.
Honda will also replace other engine components damaged by a failure of any warranted part dur-
ing the warranty period.
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Only Honda approved replacement parts may be used in the performance of any warranty repairs
and must be provided without charge to the owner. The use of replacement parts not equivalent
to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of your engine emission control system. If such
a replacement part is used in the repair or maintenance of your engine, and an authorized Honda
dealer determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your claim for repair of
your engine may be denied. If the part in question is not related to the reason your engine requires
repair, your claim will not be denied.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
You must, at your own expense, take your Honda Power Equipment engine or the product on which
it is installed, along with your sales registration card or other proof of original purchase date, to any
Honda Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Honda to sell and service that Honda product
during his normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused solely by
defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the engine was not properly main-
tained and used.
If you are unable to obtain emission warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty service
you received, contact the owner of the dealership involved. Normally this should resolve your prob-
lem. However, if you require further assistance, contact the Honda office in your region:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Canada Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Relations Power Equipment Customer Relations
4900 Marconi Drive Visit www.honda.ca
or
AIpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847 for contact information.
Telephone: (888) 888-3139 Telephone: (888) 946-6329
Email: [email protected]
EXCLUSIONS:
Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this
warranty. This warranty does not extend to emission control systems or parts that are affected or dam-
aged by owner abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, misfueling, improper storage, colli-
sion, the incorporation of, or use of, unsuitable attachments, or the unauthorized alteration of any part.
This warranty does not cover replacement of expendable maintenance items made in connection
with required maintenance service after the item's first scheduled replacement as listed in the main-
tenance section of the product owner's manual, such as: spark plugs and filters.
Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. disclaim any responsibility for incidental
or consequential damages such as loss of time or the use of the power equipment, or any commer-
cial loss due to the failure of the equipment; and any implied warranties are limited to the duration
of this written warranty. This warranty is applicable only where the California, U.S. EPA, or Environ-
ment Canada emission control system warranty regulation is in effect.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS:
SYSTEMS PARTS
COVERED: DESCRIPTION:
Fuel Metering Carburetor Assembly (Includes Starting Enrichment System), Engine Temp-
erature Sensor, Engine Control Module, Fuel Regulator, Intake Manifold
Evaporative Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Hoses, Vapor Hoses, Carbon Canister, Canister
Mounting Brackets, Fuel Strainer, Fuel Cock, Fuel Pump, Fuel Hose Joint,
Canister Purge Hose Joint
Exhaust Catalyst, Exhaust Manifold
Air Induction Air Filter Housing, Air Filter Element*
Ignition Flywheel Magneto, Ignition Pulse Generator, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Power
Coil, Ignition Coil Assembly, Ignition Control Module, Spark Plug Cap, Spark Plug*
Crankcase Emission Control Crankcase Breather Tube, Oil Filler Cap
Misc. Items Tubing, Fittings, Seals, Gaskets & Clamps associated with these listed systems
Note: This list applies to parts supplied by Honda and does not cover parts supplied by the equip-
ment manufacturer. Please see the original equipment manufacturer's emissions warranty for
non-Honda parts.
* Covered up to the first required replacement only.
See the Maintenance Schedule in the owner's manual.
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