Cub Cadet 977A - Manual (Page 23)

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Engine Manual for Kawasaki Engine
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We wish to thank you for purchasing this Kawasaki engine. Please read this Owner's manual carefully before
starting your new engine so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your engine's
control, its features, capabilities and limitations. Also read the manual of the equipment to which this engine
is attached. To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your engine, give it the proper care and maintenance
described in this manual.
Always keep this manual at your fingertip so that you can refer to it whenever you need information. This
manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine and should remain with the engine when it is
sold. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our prior written permission.
This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing. However, there may be minor
differences between the actual product and illustrations and text in this manual. All products are subject to
change without prior notice or obligation.
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION .................................................. 24
GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................... 26
FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS.................................................. 27
PREPARATION ...................................................................................... 27
Fuel............................................................................................. 27
Engine Oil ................................................................................... 27
STARTING. ............................................................................................. 28
Starting Engine ........................................................................... 28
OPERATING ........................................................................................... 28
Anti-engine inclination................................................................. 28
STOPPING.............................................................................................. 28
Stopping Engine ......................................................................... 28
ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................ 29
Engine Speed Adjustment .......................................................... 29
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 29
Periodic Maintenance Chart ....................................................... 29
Oil Level Check........................................................................... 29
Oil Change.................................................................................. 29
Air Cleaner Service ..................................................................... 30
Spark Plug Service ..................................................................... 30
STORAGE............................................................................................... 31
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE................................................................ 33
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ......................................................... 33
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 33
WARNING: Whenever you see the symbols shown on the left, heed their instructions! Always follow safe
operating and maintenance practices.
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