Bolens 84 - Manual (Page 11)

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Handle Height
Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher
height position. For convenience of operating, you may
lower the handle height as follows:
• Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
• Disconnect the lower handle from the handle
bracket assemblies by removing the wing nuts. See
Figure 10.
• Position each handle bracket assembly stud into
the top hole in the lower handle.
NOTE: Each end of the lower handle must be placed in
same relative position.
• Re-attach the lower handle to the handle bracket
on each side and tighten the wing nuts. Re-insert
the starter rope into the rope guide.
Figure 10
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER
General Recommendations
• Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
• The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower
as instructed in this manual.
• Changing of engine governed speed will void
engine warranty.
• All adjustments should be checked at least once
each season.
• Periodically check all fasteners and make sure
these are tight.
Lubrication
Blade Control Handle
• Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control
handle at least once a season with light oil. The
blade control must operate freely in both directions.
See Figure 11.
Wheels
• Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with
light oil (or motor oil). If the wheels are removed for
any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt
and inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
Chute Deflector
• Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point
periodically with light oil to prevent rust.
Engine
Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication
schedule and instruction.
Figure 11
Cleaning Mower
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent any build-up of grass
clippings, leaves, dirt, or other debris.
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
result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
Wing
Nuts
Lower
Handle
Handle
Bracket
Assemblies
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect
spark plug, and ground against engine before
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of
maintenance on your machine.
Lubricate
Lubricate