Bolens 111-518R000 - Manual (Page 11)

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THROHLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
If the throttle control requires adjustment or if it has
been replaced, adjust as follows.
1. Remove the screw shown in figure 18. Remove the
cable clamp from the cable.
Push the throttle control lever on the handle all the
way forward to CHOKE position. Make certain the
throttle control lever remains in this position.
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.
Cable
Clamp
2
.
3.
FIGURE 18.
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 adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load. To adjust carburetor, refer to the
separate engine manual packed with your mower.
NOTE: A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to run
rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and attached to
the carburetor before adjusting carburetor. Refer to the
separate engine manual.
LUBRICATION
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WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before clean­
ing, 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 19. The blade control
must operate freely In both directions.
Pivot
Point
FIGURE 19.
Discharge Chute Deflector— The torsion spring and
pivot point should be lubricated periodically with light
oil to prevent any rust or binding. Deflector must work
freely.
Wheels— Mower may be provided with ball bearing
wheels. Lubricate at least once a season with light oil.
Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner sur­
face of the wheel with light oil. A 4 oz. plastic bottle
of light oil lubricant is available. Order part number
737-0170. Engine oil may also be used.
Engine— Follow engine manual for lubrication in­
structions.
Throttle— Periodically lubricate throttle control lever
and throttle wire assembly with a few drops of light oil
for ease of operation.
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and
ground the spark plug wire before per­
forming any repairs or maintenance.
NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and
keep engine spark plug or muffler side up.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Refer to page 16 of this manual for trouble shooting
information.
CUTTING BLADE
When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or
replacemenfc protect hands by using heavy gloves or
a rag to grqpp the cutting blade. Remove the bolt and
bell washer which hold 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.
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WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade
adapter for cracks, especially if you strike
a foreign object. Replace when necessary.
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