Oil drain valve, Air cleaner handle, Spark plug – Craftsman 247.889980 User Manual

Page 11: Oil cap/dipstick, Mower controls, Throttle/choke control, Know your mower

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KNOW YOUR MOWER

ENGINE CONTROLS

Refer to Figure 8 for locations of the engine controls.

Oil Drain Valve

Use the oil drain valve to drain oil from the engine. Refer to the
Maintenance section for instructions.

Air Cleaner Handle

The air cleaner handle is used to gain access to the air cleaner. The air
cleaner cartridge can be removed and cleaned or replaced. Refer to
the Maintenance section for details.

Spark Plug

Refer to the Maintenance section for instructions on spark plug
replacement.

Oil Cap/Dipstick

Refer to the Maintenance section for instructions on checking the oil.

MOWER CONTROLS

Refer to Figure 7 for locations of the mower controls.

Throttle/Choke Control

NOTE:

When operating the mower with the

cutting deck engaged, be certain that the
throttle/choke control is in the fast position.

THE

throttle/choke control is used to adjust

engine speeds, to activate the engine choke
and to stop the engine. Always run engine
with the throttle / choke control lever in the
fast position for best mower performance.

CHOKE:

Use when starting a cold engine.

FAST:

Use during mower operation.

SLOW:

Use when idling engine.

STOP:

Stops the engine.

REFER

to Starting The Engine in the

Operation section of this manual for detailed
starting instructions.