Bolens 126-216-000 - Manual (Page 14)

Engine—Follow engine manual for lubricat on in­
structions.
Throttle—Periodically lubricate throttle centre I lever
and throttle wire assembly with a few drops of light oil
for ease of operation.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE
When tipping the unit, empty the fuel
tank and keep engine spark plug side
up.
BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT
Remove the battery pack from the panel for replace­
ment only. Do not separate the batteries for any ruason.
Dispose of batteries properly.
Ai
WARNING
t
Batteries contain sulfuric acid
which may cause burns. Do not
short circuit or mutilate in any way.
Do not put batteries in fire. They
may burst or release toxic materials.
When replacing battery pack, battery pack must be
positioned with the positive terminal to the right hand
side and the negative terminal to the left hand side of
panel. See figure 26. Replacing the battery pack incor­
rectly will cause serious damage.
Connect the two sides of the battery pack using the
short wire lead. Connect the lead on the wire harness
to the positive side of the battery pack, then connect
the negative side.
IN-LINE FUSE
The unit is equipped with an in-line fuse. If unit fails
to start, check the fuse in the wiring harness by turn­
ing the end of the fuse holder and pulling apart. See
figure 27. Replace with a standard automotive IVi amp
fuse.
FIGURE 27.
CUTTING BLADE
A. Removal for Sharpening or Replacement
Ai
WARNING
Be sure to disconnect and
the spark plug wire before
on the cutting blade to
accidental engine starting,
hands by using heavy gloves
to grasp the cutting blade.
ground
working
prevent
Protect
or a rag
Remove the large bolt and lock washer which holds the
blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft. Remove
the blade and adapter from the crankshaft.
If the blade or blade adapter needs replacing, remove
the two small bolts, lock washers and nuts which hold
the blade to the adapter.
A
CAUTION
Periodically inspect the blade adapter
for cracks, especially if you strike a
foreign object. Replace when nec­
essary.
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