Engine, Off-season storage – Bolens 122-282R000 User Manual
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The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and
scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the
spark plug wire is disconnected).
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for mgine
maintenance instructions.
Maintain
engine oii
as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow
instructions carefully.
Service
air cleaner
every 25 hours under norn al con
ditions. Clean every few hours under extremel/ dusty
conditions. Poor engine performance and f coding
usually indicates that the air cleaner should
oe
ser
viced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the ssparate
engine manual packed with your unit.
The
spark plug
should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is recom
mended at the start of each mowing season; check
engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifi
cations.
Clean the engine
regularly with a cloth oi brush.
Keep the cooling system (blower housing are i) clean
to permit proper air circulation which is ess(jntial to
engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all
grass, dirt and combustible debris from mufflei area.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn
mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as
described in the lubrication instructions.
2. Refer to separate engine manual for correct
engine storage instructions.
3. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease
to prevent rusting.
4. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store
next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts.
NOTE:
The use of any accessory on this ro ary mower other than those manufactured by the mower manufac
turer is not recommended. GRASS CATCH ER Model 190-086 is available as optional equipment for the mow
ers shown in this manual.
A
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not operate mower unless rear trailing shield and
guard or entire grass catcher is i i its proper places.
NOTE:
Under normal usage bag material i;; subject to wear and should be checked periodically. Be sure any
replacement bag complies with the mower manufacturer’s recommendations.
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