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7021RB
Owner’s Manual / 96143005000 / 2008-12
532 42 57-44 12.22.08 BY Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, Look for this symbol to point out im- or roads. por tant safety precautions. It means • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equip- CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR ment, bef
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• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect spark plug wire, and keep running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. • Never refuel the machine indoors. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. • Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water • Never tamper with safety devices. Chec
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ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this man u al in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mow er. IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Your new lawn mower has been as sem bled at the factory with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com plete the as sem bly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe and proper operation
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjust- ments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. OPERATOR BLADE / BRAKE CONTROL PRESENCE CON TROL BAR DRIVE CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE / ENGINE HAND
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OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER BLADE CONTROL (See Fig. 5) THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL (See Fig. 4) CAUTION: When the blade control is The engine is controlled by a thr
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OPERATION DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) • Self-propelling is controlled by hold ing the operator All four wheels are adjusted by a single lever. presence control bar down to the handle and pulling • Pull adjuster lever toward wheel. To raise mower, move the drive control lever rearward to the handle. The lever forward to desired position, To lower mower, move farther toward the handle the lever is pulled, the faster the lever toward the rear. the unit w
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OPERATION SIDE DIS CHARG ING (See Fig. 12) TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 10) • Mulcher plug must be installed into rear discharge 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame han dle. open ing of mower. 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn • Open mulcher door and install discharge deflector mower han dle. un der door as shown. 3. Empty clippings from bag. • Mower is now ready for discharging operation. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause • To convert
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OPERATION SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 13) WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not over- FOR MULCHING - fill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. 1. Rear mulcher plug installed. Purchase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 2. Mulcher door closed. days to assure fuel freshness. FOR REAR BAGGING - 1. Rear mulcher plug removed. CAUTION: Wipe off an
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OPERATION TO STOP ENGINE MOWING TIPS • To stop engine, move throttle control lever to STOP CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher position. Wait until blade and all moving parts have blade attachments. Such attachments stopped and turn fuel valve to OFF position if you do are hazardous, will damage your mower not intend to re start the engine soon. and could void your warranty. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 14) • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it NOTE: Due to protective coating
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS 100 STORAGE USE USE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Inspect Muffler Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Empty fuel
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MAINTENANCE TO SHARPEN BLADE LAWN MOWER NOTE: We do not recommend sharp en ing blade - but if Always observe safety rules when performing main te nance. you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An un bal anced blade TIRES will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem- • The blade can be sharp ened with a file or on a grind- i cals which can harm rubber. ing wheel. Do not attempt
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MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 17 & 18) AIR FILTER NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, empty fuel Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place Ser vice air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See wire where it cannot come in co
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: To avoid serious injury, before MED. HIGH performing any service or adjustments: HANDLE PIN 1. Release control bar and stop engine. LOW 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts SQUEEZE have completely stopped. HANDLE 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark BRACKET plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER FIG. 19 TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT ENGINE See “TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation section of this manual. Mai
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STORAGE ENGINE MOWING OPERATOR POSITION FUEL SYSTEM PRES ENCE CONTROL IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS BAR FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS FOLD CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING FORWARD STORAGE. ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR FOR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE STORAGE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE. • E
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3. Drain fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4. Water in fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 5. Connect wire to plug. 6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug. 7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 7. Tighten blade bolt or replace ada
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SERVICE NOTES 17
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18 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 7021RB (96143005000) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-50
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19 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 7021RB (96143005000) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-50 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 59 532 18 27-48 Grip, Handle, Foam, Smooth (one side) 1 532 18 62-96 Handle, Upper (Includes Foam Grip) 60 532 19 08-78 Throttle / Engine Control 2 532 19 72-02 Handle, Lower 61 532 18 33-65 Screw, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 2-1/8 3 532 40 54-16 Spring, Rear Door, RH 62 532 18 21-31 Belt Guide, Stud 4 532 19 47-88 Guide, Rope, Side
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20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 7021RB (96143005000) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-50
