Thronie control adjustment, Six speed shift cable adjustment, Carburetor adjustments – Bolens 123E898E190 User Manual
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FIGURE 13.
THROniE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
If the throttle control requires adjustment or if it has
been replaced, adjust the throttle control as follows.
1.
Remove the screw shown in figure 14. Remove
the cable clamp from the cable.
2.
Push the throttle control lever on the handle all
the way forward as far as it will go, then back it off
one
“click”.
Make
certain
the
throttle
control
lever remains in this position.
3. Push the control lever on the engine as far toward
the
rear
of the engine as it will go. Secure the
cable in this position with the cable clamp and
screw.
SIX SPEED SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Periodic adjustment of the six speed shift cable may
be required due to normal stretch and wear on the
cable. Adjustment is needed if all six speeds cannot
be obtained.
The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left
side of the mower, beside the engine. To adjust, place
shift lever (at handle) in sixth speed position. Loosen
the hex nut which secures the adjustable cable brack
et. See figure 15. Pull backward on the bracket
(toward the rear of the mower). Retighten the hex nut.
Test the speeds on the mower (engine must be run
ning).
FIGURE 15.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
A
WARNING: If any adjustments are made
to the engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving
parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and
muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to com
pensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude
and
load.
Refer
to
the
separate
engine
manual
packed
with
your
mower
for
carburetor
adjustment
information.
NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to run
rough. Be certain air cleaner is dean and attached to
the carburetor before adjusting carburetor
LUBRICATION
A
WARNING: Always stop engine and dis
connect spark plug wire before cleaning,
lubricating or doing any kind of work on
lawn mower.
Blade Control
—Lubricate the pivot points on the
blade control handle and the brake cable at least
once a season with light oil. See figure 16. The blade
control must operate freely in both directions.