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Operator's Manual

21" Self-Propelled
Mower
Model 997

IMPORTANT:
Warning:

READ SAFETY

RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion

CAREFULLY

engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,

brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Cub Cadet dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box
361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

MTD LLC.,P.O. Box361131,Cleveland,Ohio 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Form No.769-00952
(11/2003)

TABLEOFCONTENTS
Content

Page
3
6
7
9
10

Important Safe Operation Practices
Slope Gauge
Assembling Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower
Operating Your Lawn Mower
Making Adjustments

Content
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
Servicing Your Lawn Mower
Off-Season Storage
Troubleshooting
Illustrated Parts List

Page
13
14
16
17
18

Warranty

FINDINGMODELNUMBER
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the
equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. A sample model plate is
also given below. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and
looking down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer's
web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized Cub Cadet dealer.

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the model

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the serial

number
number

here:
here:

P. O. BOX
361131
TD
LLC
CLEVELAND,OH
44136
338-220-4883
800-800-7310

CUSTOMER
SUPPORT
Please do NOTretum theunit to the retailer from where it waspurchased,withoutfirst contactingCustomerSupport.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
Visit mtdproducts.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Support button and
you will get the four options reproduced here. Click on the appropriate button and help is
immediately available.

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The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to
performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine
manufacturer's manual at the end of this manual for more information.

SECTION1: IMPORTANT
SAFEOPERATION
PRACTICES
WARNING"

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger
the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal
injury. When you see this symbol--HEED
ITS WARNING.

WARNING"

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING"

This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in
serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

GeneralOperation
1.

Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this machine before operating it. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
This machine is a precision piece of power
equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise
extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been
designed to perform one job: to mow grass. Do not
use it for any other purpose.
Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
this machine. Children 14 years old and over
should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
should be trained and supervised by a parent. Only
responsible individuals who are familiar with these
safe operation rules should use this machine.
Thoroughly inspect the area where equipment is to
be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,
toys and other foreign objects which could be
tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of
material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object
injury, stay in the operator zone behind the handles
and keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes
during equipment operation and while performing
an adjustment or repair. Thrown objects which
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover
the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are
recommended. Never operate this machine in bare
feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g. canvas)
shoes.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can
amputate hands and feet.
9. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause
blade contact or thrown object injuries.
10. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being
pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping
or tripping. Do not hold on to the mower if you are
falling; release the handle immediately.
11. Never pull the mower back toward you while you
are walking. If you must back the mower away from
a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to

5.
6.
7.

avoid tripping and then follow these steps:
a. Step back from the mower to fully extend
your arms.
b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure
footing.
c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than
half way toward you.
d. Repeat these steps as needed.
Do not operate the mower while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on
units so equipped while starting engine.
The blade control handle is a safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes
the safety device inoperative and may result in
personal injury through contact with the rotating
blade. The blade control handle must operate
easily in both directions and automatically return to
the disengaged position when released.
Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing
your footing, release the blade control handle

immediately
andthebladewillstoprotatingwithin
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could
threeseconds.
cause slipping.
9. Mowindaylightorgoodartificiallight;walk,notrun.
10.Stopthebladewhencrossinggraveldrives,
Children
walkwaysorroads.
accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
11.Iftheequipment
shouldstarttovibrateabnormally, Tragic
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
stoptheengineandcheckimmediately
forthe
the mower and the mowing activity. They do not
cause.Vibrationisgenerallyawarningoftrouble.
understand the dangers. Never assume that children
12.Shuttheengineoffandwaituntilthebladecomes
will remain where you last saw them.
toacompletestopbeforeremoving
thegrass
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under
catcherorunclogging
thechute.Thecuttingblade
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
continues
torotatefora fewsecondsafterthe
the operator.
engineis shutoff.Neverplaceanypartofthebody
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the
inthebladeareauntilyouaresurethebladehas
area.
stoppedrotating.
3.
Before and while moving backwards, look behind
13.Neveroperatemowerwithoutpropertrailshield,
and down for small children.
discharge
cover,grasscatcher,bladecontrol
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
handleorothersafetyprotective
devicesinplace
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
andworking.Neveroperatemowerwithdamaged
obscure your vision of a child who may run into the
safetydevices.Failuretodosocanresultin
mower.
personalinjury.
5.
Keep children away from hot or running engines.
14.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea
They
can suffer burns from a hot muffler.
burn.Donottouch.
6.
Never
allow children under 14 years old to operate
15.Onlyusepartsandaccessories
madebythe
a
power
mower. Children 14 years old and over
originalequipment
manufacturer
(O.E.M).Failure
should
read
and understand the operation
todosocanresultinpersonalinjury.
instructions
and
safety rules in this manual and
16.If situations
occurwhicharenotcoveredinthis
should
be
trained
and supervised by a parent.
manual,usecareandgoodjudgment.Contactyour
dealerforassistance.
Call1-800-800-7310
forthe
Service
nameofyournearestdealer.

SlopeOperation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents which can result in severe injury. Operation
on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a
slope, do not mow it. Before operating this unit on a
slope or hilly area, use the slope gauge on page 6 to
measure slopes. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees,
do not mow it.

Safe Handlingof Gasoline:
1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
2. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
3. Use only an approved gasoline container.
4. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or

Do:

1.
,

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise caution when changing direction.
Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or
bumps which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are
losing your balance, release the blade control
handle immediately, and the blade will stop rotating
within 3 seconds.

Do Not:
1.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments, you could lose your footing or
balance.
Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as
shown on the slope gauge.

7.
8.
9.

trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this
is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a
trailer with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
Never fuel machine indoors because flammable
vapors will accumulate in the area.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two
minutes before refueling.

10.Neveroverfillfueltank.Filltanktonomorethan½
inchbelowbottomoffillernecktoprovidespacefor
fuelexpansion.
11.Replacegasolinecapandtightensecurely.
12.If gasolineisspilled,wipeitofftheengineand
equipment.
Moveunittoanotherarea.Wait5
minutesbeforestartingtheengine.
13.Neverstorethemachineorfuelcontainer
inside
wherethereisanopenflame,sparkor pilotlightas
ona waterheater,spaceheater,furnace,clothes
dryerorothergasappliances.
14.Toreducefirehazard,keepmowerfreeofgrass,
leaves,orotherdebrisbuild-up.
Cleanupoilorfuel
spillageandremoveanyfuelsoakeddebris.
15.Allowmowertocool5 minutesbeforestoring.
GeneralService:
1.

Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,
cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original
equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only,
listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may
lead to improper performance and compromise
safety!"

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and
operating the mower.
8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and
trail shield are subject to wear and damage which
could expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For safety protection, frequently check
components and replace immediately with original
equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only,
listed here. Use of parts which do not meet the
original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety.
10. Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm
the environment.

YourResponsibility
•

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine.

DAN@mR

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SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

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Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could
overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing
and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
Operate WALK-BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.

SECTION3: ASSEMBLING
YOURLAWNMOWER
RemovingUnitFromCarton

Setting UpYourLawn Mower

•

AssemblingHandle

•
•
•

Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open
carton.
Remove loose parts, if included with unit (i.e., grass
bag etc.), and save it appropriately.
Cut along corners, lay the carton down flat, and
remove all packing material.
Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton

•

Lift up and pull back on the upper handle to raise
the handle into the operating position. See Figure
3. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely
into the handle bracket assemblies.

Handle Assembly

thoroughly for loose parts.

LoosePartsin Carton
1.
2.
3.
4.

Grass Bag
Grass Bag Adapter
Side Discharge Chute
Hardware Pack

Wing Nut
Handle Mountin
Bracket

HardwarePack
Please identify each piece of the hardware pack as
shown in Figure 1.

Carriage Bolt
Wing Nut
Figure 1

BeforeAssembly
•

Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug. See Figure 2.

Figure 3
Tighten wing nuts on each side of the handle
making sure that the carriage bolts are seated
properly into the handle. See Figure 3.
Remove hairpin clip from the outer hole of the weld
pin on each handle brackets. Using a pair of pliers,
squeeze one leg of the lower handle against the
handle bracket. Insert the hairpin clip into the inner
hole on the weld pin. Repeat on the other side. See
Figure 4.
After moving the hairpin clip, insert the carriage
bolt, from the hardware pack, in the upper hole on
the handle mounting bracket and secure with
plastic wing nut, also from the hardware pack. See
Figure 4. Repeat on the other side.

\
/f !park Plug
ire X

_¢_Carriage

Bolt

Lower
Handle

Hole

Wing Nut
Handle Mounting
Bracket

Spark Plug_

Hairpin
Clip

Figure 2
NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the mower is
observed from the operating position.
Figure 4

Fasten the cable to the lower handle with the two
cable ties found on the lower handle. Pull the cable
ties tight and trim off the excess. See Figure 5.

Grass Bag
Adapter

Cable Tie

Lower
Handle

win
Nuts

Figure 5

Figure 7

Attaching
StarterRope
NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around
the outside and above the lower handle so it does not
interfere with attaching the grass bag.

•

Lift chute door on the grass bag adapter and slide
grass bag onto the adapter. See Figure 8.

NOTE: The chute door has been designed to move the
starter rope out of the way of the bag when the chute
door is opened.

The rope guide, which is connected to the support
rod, is located on the right side of the lower handle.
See Figure 6.
With the spark plug wire disconnected and
grounded, hold the blade control handle against the
upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the
engine. Release the blade control handle. Slip the
starter rope into the rope guide.

Door

Figure 8

Rope

AttachingSideDischargeChute
Rope
Guide

•
Figure 6

•

Remove mulching baffle or grass bag adapter from
unit by disconnecting wing nuts.
Attach side discharge chute to unit and secure with
the three wing nuts. See Figure 9.

AttachingTheGrassBag
The mower was shipped with the mulching baffle
installed on the unit. You can keep this baffle on as long
as you want to mulch the grass clippings. For bagging
purposes, you will have to attach the grass bag and its
adapter in place of the mulching baffle.
•

•

Remove three wing nuts holding the mulching
baffle or side discharge chute in place and remove
the accessory from the unit.
Replace with grass bag adapter, while making
sure the front lip of adapter goes under the edge of
the deck. Secure with wing nuts previously
removed. See Figure 7.

Side Discharge
Chute

Win
Nuts

Figure 9

SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER
Read this operator's manual and safety rules before
operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in
Figure 10 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.

mower can result
WARNING"
Theinoperation
foreign objects
of any being
lawn
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your
eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses
while operating the mower, or while performing
any adjustments or repairs on it.

BladeControlHandle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle
of the mower. The blade control handle must be
depressed in order to operate the unit. Release blade
control handle to stop engine and blade.

,i_

a safety device.This
WARNING"
Never
blade
attempt
controlto mechanism
bypass its is
operations.

Cutting Height AdjustmentLevers
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above
the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to
the Adjustment Section in this manual.

Drive Clutch Lever

RecoilStarter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle.
Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to
start the unit.
DriveClutch Control
The drive clutch control is located on the upper handle.
Squeeze the drive control to engage the drive system.
Release the clutch control to disengage the drive
system. Release the clutch control to slow down when
approaching an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the drive clutch control
housing on the upper handle. This lever is used to
select the forward speed of the mower. When changing
speed selection, release the drive clutch lever.
NOTE: Move the shift lever only when the engine is
running. Changing the shift lever setting with the engine
off can damage the mower.
MulchingPlug
The mulching plug is used only for mulching purposes.
Instead of collecting grass clippings in a grass catcher,
this mower has the option of recirculating the clippings
back to the lawn.

-Blade Control Handle

Grass
Catcher

Shift Lever

Y
Recoil

Trail Shield
Side-Discharge
Chute

..........................
Mulch Plug .................

Figure 10

Height Adjustment
Lever

SECTION5: OPERATING
YOURLAWNMOWER
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WARNING"
understand,
and follow
all
instructions andRead,
warnings
on the machine
and
in this manual before operating.

NOTE: For shipping purposes your mower is set with
the wheels in a low cutting height posfion. For best
results, raise the cutting position until it is determined
which height is best for your lawn. See the Adjustment
Section for details.

WARNING:
Never run engine indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING:
Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving parts on
engine and lawn mower.

Gas& OilFill-Up
•
•

Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow
relevant instructions in the engine manual for this.
Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in
the engine manual.

WARNING:

WARNING:
When starting the unit for the
first time, face the mower against a wall or a
fence. Start the unit and if it shows any signs of
motion while the drive clutch control is still
disengaged, shut engine off immediately.

Use extreme care when

handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never
fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is
hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,
pipes and other sources of ignition.

Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope
will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope
rewind slowly. Pull rope with a rapid, continuous,
full arm stroke. Keeping a firm grip on the starter
handle, let the rope rewind slowly.

BeforeStartingMower
•

•

NOTE: See page 27 of this manual for more detailed
instructions on starting the engine.

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over
the metal tip on the spark plug.
Check for proper drive clutch operation using the
neutral adjustment test described below.

StoppingEngine
•
•

Neutral AdjustmentTest
To perform the neutral adjustment test, answer the
following questions.
•
•
•
•

•

Release the blade control handle to stop engine
and blade. Wait till the blade stops completely.
Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from
spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

UsingYourLawnMower

With the drive clutch control released, push mower
forward and pull it backward. Does it move freely?
Squeeze the drive clutch control and pull the
mower backward. Do the rear wheels lock?
Is the drive clutch control cable free of kinks or
sharp bends?
If you answered "yes" to all three questions, your
mower passed the test and you can start your
mower.
If you answered "no" to any of the three questions,
you will have to adjust the drive clutch control as
instructed in the ADJUSTMENT SECTION.

WARNING:

Do not operate the mower
without mulching baffle, discharge chute or
grass catcher properly installed.
•

•

For best results, do not cut wet grass. It may stick to
the underside of the mower, preventing proper
discharge of grass clippings, and could cause you
to slip and fall. New grass or thick grass may
require a narrower cut.
For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less
of the total length of the grass.

IMPORTANT:Move the shift lever only when the engine
is running. Changing the shift lever setting with the
engine off can cause damage to the mower.

StartingEngine
•

WARNING:
Be sure
onelawn
other
than while
the
operator
is standing
nearnothe
mower
starting engine or operating mower.

Push primer once. Do not prime to restart a warm
engine after a short shutdown.
Standing behind the mower, depress the blade
control handle and hold it against the upper handle.

Mulching

BaggingGrassClippings

IMPORTANT: Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones,
sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn
mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently
thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious
personal injury to the operator and others.

You can use the grass catcher bag to collect clippings
while you are operating the mower.
•

•
•

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WARNING"
the mower
strikesspark
a foreign
object, stop the Ifengine.
Remove
plug
wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect
for any damage. Repair the damage promptly
before restarting and operating the mower.

•

For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. New or
thick grass may require a narrower cut. If the grass has
grown in excess of 4", mulching is not recommended.
Mow using the side discharge to reduce the grass
height to 3.25" maximum before mulching.

•

Attach grass catcher following instructions on page
8 of this manual. Grass clippings will automatically
collect in the bag as you run the mower.
Operate the mower till the grass bag is full.
Stop engine completely by releasing the blade
control handle. Make sure that the unit has come to
a complete stop.
While holding the grass bag by both the rear handle
and the lower handle, lift the grass bag straight up
off the adapter. The chute door will move the rope
out of the way of the bag.
Continue to hold the lower handle and raise the
rear of the grass bag up toward your chest. The
grass bag will open and the grass clippings will
disperse. When replacing the grass bag, be sure
the top of the bag rests on the wire support
between the handles.

SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS
•

ARNING" without
Do notfirst
at stopping
any time make
adjustments
engineany
and
disconnecting spark plug wire.

•

HandleHeight
Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher
height position. To lower the height, proceed as follows:
•
•

•

•
•

Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
Remove the wing nuts and carriage bolts securing
the upper handle. Remove and lay the upper
handle out of the way, being careful not to bend or
kink the cables.
Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the
handle brackets and remove the wing nuts and
carriage bolts from the upper hole on the handle
mounting bracket.
Press out on the legs of the lower handle and
remove lower handle from the mower.
Turn lower handle around so the notch on the
bottom of the lower handle is facing forward.
See Figure 11.

Reassemble the handles, placing the bottom holes
in the handle over the weld pins in the handle
mounting bracket.
Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes in the weld
pins and insert the carriage bolts through the upper
hole on the handle mounting bracket and secure
with plastic wing nuts.
Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle.
Attach the starter rope as instructed on page 8.

CuttingHeight
Your mower is shipped with the cutting height in the
lowest position. To adjust the rear cutting height,
proceed as follows:
•

Pull the rear height adjustment lever out and away
from the mower and then move it forward or
backward to another slot. For rough or uneven
lawns, move the height adjustment lever to a higher
position. This will help stop scalping. See Figure 12.
Rear Height
Adjuster Level

Left Rear Wheel

Notch

Lower Handle

Figure 12

Figure 11
11

The front wheel cutting height is determined by
selecting one of six positions on each caster assembly.
To adjust front cutting height, proceed as follows:
•

•

NOTE: For some operators, the drive clutch control
may not be in a comfortable position. You can adjust
the handle out by tightening the adjustment wheel.

Remove the wing nut from the axle bolt. See Figure
13. Slide the axle bolt and spring washer from the
assembly and select a cutting height.
With the spring washer on the axle bolt, reinsert
hardware in the square hole desired through the
wheel assembly and secure with the wing nut
previously removed.

Bottom View
®

Jpper
Handle

Adjustment

IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed in the same
relative position. For rough or uneven lawns, raise the
cutting height of your mower.
Caster
Lock
Pin

Caster
Lock
Pin
/

Front
Wheel

Shift Lever
Square Hole
(indicates
various cutting

Figure

D
Clutch
Control

Shift LeverCable
Periodic adjustment of the six speed shift cable may be
necessary due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment
is needed if all six speeds do not work.

he ghts)

The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left side
of the mower beside the engine. See Figure 15.
Adjustable Cable
Bracket

Wing Nut
Axle Bolt,
Spring
Washer

Front/4
Wheel

Hex Nut

Figure 13

PUSH

CasterLockAdjustment
The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position
or position to swivel freely. See Figure 13.
•
•

Figure 15

Lift and place the lock pins in the larger holes to
lock the wheels for straight ahead operation.
Place pins in smaller holes to allow casters to rotate
freely for turning.

•

DriveClutchControl

•

The adjustment wheel is located in the drive clutch
control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen
the drive belt. You will have to adjust the drive clutch
control if, with the drive clutch engaged, the mower
either does not self-propel or hesitate.
•

Start engine and place shift lever in the sixth speed
position. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug
wire and ground it against engine.
Loosen hex nut which secures the adjustable cable
bracket. See Figure 15.
Push back on the adjustable cable bracket and
tighten hex nut.

EngineAdjustments
Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual at the end
of this manual for these adjustments.

To resolve the above problems, rotate the
adjustment wheel with your fingers: clockwise to
tighten the cable and counter-clockwise to loosen
the cable. See Figure 14.

SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER
,i_

Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters
can create a fire hazard. Make sure to avoid muffler

WARNING" the Always
stopwire
the before
engine and
disconnect
spark plug
performing any maintenance work or
adjustments on your lawn mower.

and surrounding areas while the mower engine is
hot because temperature of these areas of the
engine may exceed 150 ° F.

CleaningMower

Lubrication

The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned
after each use to prevent any build-up of debris. If
allowed to accumulate, it will cause rust and corrosion.

Refer to the lubrication chart in Figure 16.

NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may
cause damage to pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The
use of water will result in shortened life and reduce

•

BladeControl Handle

Rear DischargeDoor
•
Lubricate the torsion spring and the pivot point on
each end of the rear discharge door using a light oil.
This will prevent rusting of the discharge door.

serviceability.
•
•
•

•
•

Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control
handle at least once a season with light oil. The
blade control must operate freely in both directions.

Disconnect spark plug wire.
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a
piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep
the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the
mower firmly.
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If
you had put plastic under the gas cap, make sure to
remove it now.

Wheels
•

Lubricate the wheels and bearings, if so equipped,
at least once a season with light oil or engine oil.
Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner
surface of the wheel with light oil.

Engine
•
Follow the engine manual instructions and
recommended schedule for lubricating engine
components.

90 degrees in any
WARNING"
Never
directions
tip the mower
and do more
not leave
than
the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can
drain into the upper part of the engine causing
a starting problem.

Lubricate

EngineCare

Lubricate

A list of key maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
engine manufacturer's manual at the end of this manual
for a detailed list and instructions.
•

•

•
•

Lubricate

Change engine oil regularly, as instructed in the
engine manual. Check oil level before starting
engine every time. Change oil while the engine is
warm, not hot or cold.
Service foam filter in the air cleaner every 25 hours
of use and replace the paper filter component every
100 hours. You may have to service the air filter
more frequently if you are operating the mower
under extremely dusty conditions.
Clean the engine periodically. Remove dirt and
debris with a cloth or brush.
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to.030" at
least once a season. Refer to the engine manual for
correct spark plug type.

Lubricate

Figure 16: Lubrication Chart

SECTION8: SERVICING
THEMOWER
•
WARNING:
Always stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance work or
adjustments on your lawn mower.

•

BladeCare

•

WARNING:
When removing the cutting
blade for sharpening or replacement, protect
your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a
heavy rag to hold the blade.

Place the blade on the adapter. Be certain the
blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter
flanges.
Place blade bell support on blade. Make sure the
notches on the blade bell support are aligned with
small holes in the blade.
Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque: 450
in. Ibs. min., 600 in. Ibs. max.

NOTE: To ensure safe operation of your mower,
3eriodically check the blade bolt for correct torque.
Blade
Adapter---_

Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,
especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary.
Removingthe Blade
•
•
•

•

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter
and the carburetor are up.
Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which
hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine
crankshaft. See Figure 17.
Remove the blade and the adapter from the
crankshaft.

Bolt

Figure 17

Sharpening
theBlade

DriveBeltReplacement

•

The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a
grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen the
blade while it is still on the mower.

•

Follow the original angle of grind as a guide. Make
sure that each cutting edge receives an equal
amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade.

•
•
•

excessive
ARNING"
vibration
An unbalanced
when rotating
blade
at high
will cause
speeds. It may cause damage to the mower,
and could break causing personal injury.

•
•

Balancingthe Blade
•
The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round
shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy
side until it balances evenly. It is recommended that
the blade always be removed from the adapter
when testing for balance.

Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine.
Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic
beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage.
Place shift lever in the first position and tip the
mower on its side with air filter facing up.
Remove the center bolt which secures the blade to
the crankshaft followed by blade bell support,
blade, and blade adapter.
Move the cutting height adjustment to the highest
position.
Remove the three hex screws holding the baffle to
the deck and pivot baffle towards the rear of the
mower. See Figure 18.

Installingthe Blade
•
Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter
to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the
inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil.
•
Be sure to install the blade with the side of the
blade marked "Bottom" (or with part number) facing
the ground when the mower is in the operating
position.
•
Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft.

Baffle

Figure 18
14

•

Remove the hex bolt from the rear of unit holding
the transmission to the mower housing.
See Figure 19.

•
•
•

•
jHex

Bolt

•
•
•

Cutting Height
Adjustment
\\
\

4--

Wheel

Pivot the control arm down away from the pulley
and belt.
Lift off the lower pulley assembly and remove the
old belt from around the crankshaft.
Place the new belt over the transmission pulley.
Start the belt in the pulley groove and rotate the
pulley until the belt is seated in transmission pulley.
Place the belt between the idler pulley and the belt
keeper bracket.
Using pliers, rotate the belt keeper bracket so that it
snaps into slot on the idler bracket.
Tighten the idler pulley bolt and lock nut half a turn.
Place the belt between the two pulley halves on the
crankshaft. Make sure to route the belt inside the
belt guard pin. See Figure 22.
jl:-_---_.0

Figure 19
Tilt the transmission forward and loosen the idler

HalfUpper
Pulle_

pulley bolt and lock nut half a turn. See Figure 20.
Transmission
Pulley
Belt
\
_

\__

Lower Pulley

Belt Keeper
Bracket
Idler
/Bracket

Figure 22
Idler
Pulley

IMPORTANT:When replacing the belt, do not disassemble the lower pulley assembly.

Bolt
Locknut

•

Figure 20
Using a pair of pliers, pull back and rotate belt
keeper bracket from the slot on the idler pulley.
Slide the belt out from between the belt keeper
bracket and the idler pulley.See Figure 20.
Squeeze the belt together and push it forward,
while pressing the control arm inward towards the
deck and remove the six speed cable from the slot.
See Figure 21.
Six-Speed
Cable Slot

Pinch both sides of the belt together so that the belt
is not in the pulley groove, and the lower pulley can
be pushed towards the engine. See Figure 23.
Lower Pulley
Half_

Belt

Belt
Guard Pin

Control
Arm

Figure 23
Pivot the control arm back to its original position
and reinstall the six-speed cable into the slot.
See Figure 24.

Figure 21
15

•
Six-Speed
Cable Slot

•
•
•

•
Control
Arm

Make sure the belt is routed inside the pulley halves
and the belt guard pin.
Reinstall the bolt securing transmission to rear
mower housing.
Pivot the baffle back to its original position and
secure with three hex screws removed earlier.
Lightly lubricate the inside of the blade adapter and
reinstall the blade adapter, blade, and blade bell
support in the correct order.
Tighten the hex bolt to secure the blade to torque:
450-600 in. Ibs.

Replacing
RearFlap
•
Figure 24

•

To remove rear flap, cut off the flat end of the wire
rod which secures it to the deck.
Attach the new flap and new rod to deck, bending
the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck.

SECTION9: OFF-SEASON
STORAGE
StoringYourLawnMower

•

The following steps should be taken to prepare your
lawn mower for storage.

•

Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in a
poorly ventilated 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.

IMPORTANT:We do not recommend the use of a
pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.
•

Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

Refer to engine manufacturer's manual at the end
of this manual for correct engine storage
instructions.

SECTION10: TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine fails to start

Cause

Remedy

1.
2.
3.
4.

Blade control handle disengaged.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Engage blade control handle.
Connect wire to spark plug.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Clean fuel line.

5.
6.

Faulty spark plug.
Engine flooded

5.
6.

Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
Wait a few minutes to restart, do not
prime.

1.
2.

Spark plug wire loose.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

1.
2.

3.
4.
5.
6.

Vent in gas plugged.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

3.
4.
5.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
Clear vent.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Clean air cleaner.

Adjust carburetor.

1.
2.

Engine oil level low.
Air flow restricted.

Carburetor

1.
2.
3.

Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Remove blower housing and clean.
Adjust carburetor.

Occasional skip (hesitates)
at high speed

Spark plug gap too close.

Adjust gap to.030".

Idles poorly

Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too
wide.

Reset gap to.030" or replace spark plug.

2.
3.

Carburetor improperly
Dirty air cleaner.

2.
3.

Adjust carburetor.
Clean air cleaner.

Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

Tighten blade and adapter.
blade.

Bent cutting blade.

Replace blade.

Wet grass.

Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until
later to cut.

Excessively

Dull blade.

Mow once at a high cutting height, then
mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting path.
Sharpen or replace blade.

Wheels not positioned

Dull blade.

Engine runs erratic

Engine overheats

Excessive

vibration

Mower will not mulch grass

Uneven cut

not adjusted properly.

adjusted.

high grass.

3.
correctly.

1.
2.

Balance

Place all fourwheels
in same height
position.
Sharpen or replace blade.

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments fisted above, contact your local authorized service dealer.

SECTION11: PARTSLISTFORMODEL997

5
17

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28
27

10% _

\
32

98
30

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IMPORTANT:
For
a
proper
working
machine, use Factory Approved Parts.
V-BELTS are specially designed to engage
and disengage
safely. A substitute (non
OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous
by not
disengaging completely.

-82

68_
84

Model997
Ref.
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
52.
53.
54.

Part No.
647-0004
731-0904A
16864
731-0620
713-0397
732-0627
731-0924
731-0905A
710-1667A
731-0906
746-0711B
712-0324
746-0883
710-1270
746-04109
749-0439D
720-0284
736-0451
710-1174
726-0240
749-0907B
731-1901
732-0842
631-0066
731-1832
731-1833A
782-0078B
712-0397
710-0703
746-0939A
782-7574A
736-0270
712-3006
710-0167
712-0138
782-7575A
736-0329
756-0625
738-0924
736-0264
714-0104
732-0306
734-1981A
712-0414
16855
10622B
748-0381
748-0188B
738-0137A
748-0318

Ref.
No.
55.
56.
57.
58.
59.
60.

Description
Control Handle
Upper Control Housing
6 Spd. Rack Cable Bracket
Control Lever
Gear Insert
Shift Lever Spring
6 Speed Shift Lever
Lower Control Housing
C Sunk Tap Screw #10 x.75 Lg
Cable Mounting Cap
Drive Cable 51.0

61.
62.
63.
64.
65.
66.
67.
68.
69.
70.
71.
72.
73.
74.
75.
76.
77.
78.
79.
80.
81.
82.
83.
84.
85.
86.
87.
88.
89.
90.
91.
92.
94.
95.
96.
97.
98.
99.
100.
101.

Top Lock Nut 1/4-20
Control Housing
Oval C-Sunk Screw
Control Cable 49"
Upper Handle
Wing Nut
Saddle Washer.320 ID x.830 OD
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0
Cable Tie
Lower Handle
Trail Shield
Trail Shield Wire
Chute Assembly
Side-Discharge Chute
Mulch Cover
Deck 21"
Wing Nut
Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x.75
6 Speed Cable
Cable Adjustment Bracket
Bell Washer.265 ID x.75 OD
Hex Nut 1/4-20
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x.50
Hex Nut 1/4-28
Cable Mounting Bracket
Lock Washer 1/4
Cable Roller
Shoulder Screw.375 ID x 1/4-14
Flat Washer.330 ID x.630 OD
Cotter Pin
Compression Spring
Wheel 9 x 2
Top Lock Tab Weld Nut 1/4-20
Ratchet Pawt Plate
Plastic Spring Ratchet
Pawt RH
Pawt LH
Shld Screw.340 ID x.285 OD
Wheel Rachet

102.

Part No.
736-0270
710-0751
737-3000
736-0931
747-0924
682-9020A
682-9021A
682-9024
682-9026
710-1348
710-1652
710-0654A
711-1146
726-0233
710-0703
710-0969
736-0232
712-0397
710-0260
754-0460
656-0613
750-1071
750-1070
782-7597
725-0157
782-7596
732-0807
711-1114
736-0526
731-1828
710-0653
748-0377C
742-0741
736-0524A
710-1257
731-1874
732-0819
726-0111
747-0965
731-1713B
726-0214
736-0366
741-0685
712-3004A
734-1857
731-1887
731-0981A
682-3052
682-3053
710-0134

Description
Bell Washer.265 ID x.75 OD
Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x.620
Grease Fitting
Flat Washer.203 ID x.403 OD
Wheel Pin Lock
Caster Assembly RH
Caster Assembly LH
Caster Bracket Assembly RH
Caster Bracket Assembly LH
Screw 1/4-14 x.500
Screw 1/4-20 x.625
Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0
Caster Axle
Push Nut.251D x.50OD
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x.75
Screw #12-16 x 1.00
Wave Washer.531 ID x.781 OD
Wing Nut
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x.62
Belt 3/8 x 39.24
Pulley Assembly
Sleeve Spacer.88 ID x 1.13 OD
Sleeve Spacer.88 ID x 1.00 OD
Pivot Bracket
Cable Tie
Control Arm
Torsion Spring
Pivot Shaft
Wave Washer 1.38 ID x.88 OD
Baffle
Screw 1/4-20 x 3.75
Blade Adapter
21" Mulching Blade
Blade Belt Support
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 2.5
Chute Door
Torsion Spring
Push Cap
Pivot Rod
Discharge Chute
Push Cap
Flat Washer.640 ID x 1.12 OD
Flange Bearing
Flange Lock Nut 5/16-18
Wheel 7 x 2
Hubcap - Spoke w/Hole
Hubcap - Radial Spoke
Handle Bracket Assembly- RH
Handle Bracket Assembly- LH
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x.62

Model997

_81

4
5

25
\8

12
7

46\
47_
14
51
62

-58

Model997
Ref,
No.

Part No.

Ref.
No,

Part Description

Part No.

Part Description

720-0223

Grip

33.

712-0896

Hex Jam Nut 1/4-28

732-0803A

Spring Lever

34.

782-7598

Belt Keeper

738-0529

Shoulder Nut.825 x.165 Lg.

35.

741-0124

Bearing

4.
5.

710-0751
736-0270

Cap Screw 1/4-20 x.620
Belt Washer.285 ID x.75 OD

36.
37.

732-0849A
750-1050

Extension Spring

748-0318

Wheel Rachet

38.

682-0027A

Idler Bracket Assembly

736-0369

Flat Washer.508 ID x 1.00D

39.

710-0299

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x 1.0

782-0566B

Pivot Arm Assembly

40.

741-0682A

750-0515

Spacer.510 ID x.70 OD

41.

736-0570

Bearing Sleeve
Flat Washer.885 ID x 1.45 OD

10.
11.

741-0978
750-1056

Sleeve Bearing.504 ID x.830 OD
Shoulder

42.
44.

721-0329
618-0253

12.

710-0653

Tap Screw 1/4-20 x.375

45.

782-7601A

13.

682-7528

Chain Cover Assembly

46.

741-0690

14.

741-0324A

Flange Bearing.506 ID x.590 Lg

47.

736-0616

Bearing
Thrust Washer.504

15.

682-7526

Transmission Axle Assembly

48.

782-7595

Pivot Bracket

16.
17.

618-0263A
710-0604A

Transmission Assembly
Hex Screw 5/16-18

49.
50.

712-0429
711-1168

Hex Nut 5/16-18

18.

713-0453

Chain

51.

717-1469

Flange Spacer

Oil Seal
Upper Housing Assembly
Cable Bracket
ID x.70 OD

Output Shaft 6T
Gear 34T

19.

638-0012

Rear Axle Assembly

52.

741-0674

20.

741-0522

Flange Bearing.506 ID x.715 Lg

53.

717-1487

Bearing
Pinion Shaft 10T

21.

732-0832

Torsion Spring

54.

736-0314

Thrust Washer 3/8 x.70

22.
23.

750-0151
710-1315

Spacer.550 ID x.750 OD
Screw 3/8-16 x.25

55.

736-0569

Thrust Washer.388 x.625

56.

618-0252

24.

711-0835

Clevis Pin.50 Dia x 4.82 Lg.

57.

710-0642

Lower Housing Assembly
Hex Screw 1/2-20 x.75

25.

750-0807

Spacer.385 ID x.624 OD

58.

611-0066

Shaft Assembly

26.

782-0568

59.

664-0076

Grass Bag

27.

710-1652

Height Adjustment Spring Bracket
Screw 1/4-20 x.625

60.

747-0940A

28.
29.

714-0474
712-3025

Cotter Pin
Hex Jam Nut 5/16-24

61.

747-0939

Support Rod w/Rope Guide
Pivot Rod

62.

747-0937

Grass Bag Frame

30.

736-0425

Bell Washer.325 ID x.930 OD

63.

631-0071

Grass Bag Cover

31.

756-0656

64.

726-0106

Cap Nut

32.

736-3084

Pulley
Flat Washer.510 ID x 1.120 OD

65.

741-0673

Bearing

EngineManualforKawasaki
Engine
SAFETYAWARENESS
,i_

WARNING"and maintenance
Whenever you
see the symbols shown on the left, heed their instructions! Always follow safe
operating
practices.

FORWARD
We wish to thank you for purchasing this Kawasaki engine. Please read this Owner's manual carefully before
starting your new engine so that you will be thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your engine's
control, its features, capabilities and limitations. Also read the manual of the equipment to which this engine
is attached. To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your engine, give it the proper care and maintenance
described in this manual.
Always keep this manual at your fingertip so that you can refer to it whenever you need information. This
manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine and should remain with the engine when it is
sold. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our prior written permission.
This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing. However, there may be minor
differences between the actual product and illustrations and text in this manual. All products are subject to
change without prior notice or obligation.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ..................................................
GENERAL INFORMATION .....................................................................
FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS ..................................................
PREPARATION ......................................................................................
Fuel .............................................................................................
Engine Oil ...................................................................................
STARTING ..............................................................................................
Starting Engine ...........................................................................
OPERATING ...........................................................................................
Anti-engine inclination .................................................................
STOPPING ..............................................................................................
Stopping Engine .........................................................................
ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................
Engine Speed Adjustment ..........................................................
MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................
Periodic Maintenance Chart .......................................................
Oil Level Check ...........................................................................
Oil Change ..................................................................................
Air Cleaner Service .....................................................................
Spark Plug Service .....................................................................
STORAGE ...............................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION .........................................................
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................

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READTHIS FIRST
WARNING"

Never allow children to operate the engine or equipment.

Keep people and pets out of area where you are using the engine or equipment.
Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing. It may catch on moving parts or controls, leading to the risk of
accident.
Never consume alcohol or drug before or while operating this engine.
Do not run the engine in a closed area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
poison.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain condition.
Stop engine and allow the engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke. Make sure area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks including the
pilot light of any appliance while refueling, servicing fuel system, draining gasoline and/or adjusting
carburetor.
Do not fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the filler neck. If the tank is overfilled, heat may cause the fuel
to expand and overflow through the vents in the tank cap.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline immediately.
To prevent fire hazard:
Keep the engine at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from buildings, obstructions and other burnable objects.
Do not place flammable objects close to the engine.
Do not expose combustible materials to the engine exhaust.
Do not use the engine on any forest covered, bush covered or grass covered unimproved land unless spark
arrester is installed on the muffler.
To avoid getting an electric shock, do not touch spark plug, plug cap or spark plug lead during engine
running.
To avoid a serious burn, do not touch a hot engine or muffler. The engine becomes hot during operation.
Before you service or remove parts, stop engine and allow the engine to cool.
Do not place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts.
Do not run engine at excessive speeds. This may result in injury.
Always remove the spark plug lead from spark plug when servicing the engine to prevent accidental
starting.

EmissionControlInformation

Board. Also, depending on when your engine was
produced, it may have an assigned emissions durability
period. * See below for the engine emissions durability
period that may apply to your engine.

Fuel Information
THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON
UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE ONL Y.

ExhaustEmissionControlSystem
The exhaust emission control system applied to this
engine consists of a fuel system and an ignition system
having optimum ignition timing characteristics. The fuel
system has been calibrated to provide lean air/fuel
mixture characteristics and optimum fuel economy with
a suitable air cleaner and exhaust system

A minimum of 87 octane of the antiknock index is
recommended. The antiknock index is posted on
service station pumps in the U.S.A.
To protect the environment in which we all live,
Kawasaki has incorporated an exhaust emission
control system in compliance with applicable
regulations of the United States Environmental
Protection Agency and the California Air Resources

A sealed-type crankcase emission control system is
also used to eliminate blow-by gasses. The blow-by

gasses are led to a breather chamber through the
crankcase and from there to the air cleaner.

necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable
standards.

EngineEmissionsCompliancePeriod
California

As the owner of the engine, you have the responsibility
to make sure that the recommended maintenance is

Model Year - 2006 and later Vertical Crankshaft

carried out according to the instructions in this Owner's
Manual at your own expense.

Durability Period - 500 hours
All Other States

The Kawasaki Limited Emission Control System
Warranty requires that you return your engine to an
authorized Kawasaki dealer for remedy under warranty.
Please read the warranty carefully, and keep it valid by
complying with the owner's obligations it contains.

Model Year - 2003 and later (new)
2007 and later (carry over)
Durability Period - 500 hours (Category A}

Tampering with EmissionControl System Prohibited
Federal law and California State law prohibit the
following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or
rendering inoperative by any person other than for
purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of
any device or element of design incorporated into any
new engine for the purposes of emission control prior to
its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is
in use, or (2) the use of the engine after such device or
element of design has been removed or rendered
inoperative by any person.

If your engine has an assigned emissions durability
period it will be located on the certification label
attached to the engine (IMPORTANT ENGINE
INFORMATION).
High AltitudePerformance AdjustmentInformation
To improve the EMISSIONS CONTROL
PERFORMANCE of engines operated above 1,000
meters (3,300 feet), Kawasaki recommends the
following Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and
the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved
modifications.

Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering
are the acts listed below:

NOTE: When properly performed, these specified
modifications only are not considered to be emissions
system "tampering"
and engine performance
is
generally unchanged as a result.

Do not tamper with the original emission related parts:

InstallationInstructions:
High altitude adjustment requires replacement of
carburetor main jet. Installation of these optional parts
may be performed by an authorized Kawasaki dealer,
or the consumer, following repair recommendations
specified in the appropriate Kawasaki Service Bulletin.
Maintenanceand Warranty
Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your
engine will continue to have low emission levels. This
Owner's Manual contains those maintenance
recommendations for your engine. Those items
identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart are

•
•
•
•
•
•

Carburetor and internal parts
Spark Plug
Magneto or electronic ignition system
Fuel filter element
Air cleaner elements
Crankcase

•
•
•

Cylinder head
Breather chamber and internal parts
Intake pipe and tube

GeneralInformation
Locationof Safety RelatedLabels

Figure 3
A. Fuel Tank Cap
Figure 1

B. Fuel Tank (capacity 2.0L [0.528US gal.])
C. Fuel Tube

a. Warning
b. Engine Maintenance

D. Carburetor
E. Priming Pump
F. Air Cleaner

AWARNING

G. Recoil starter

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SAFEOPERATION
MANUAL.
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KEEPAWAY
FROMFLAME
ORSPARKS,

H. Recoil Starter Grip
I. Oil Drain Plugs (engine oil capacity 0.65L [0.69US
gal.])

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AVOID BURN, DO NOT

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ENGINE

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MAINTENANCE
2. CHECK

& CLEAN

3.CLEAN
1.CHECK
4.CHANGE

FINS
OIL
OIL

AIR

CLEANER

LEVEL
& SCREEN
& OIL
FILTER

REFERTO OWNER'SMANUALFORFURTHERINFORMATION

Figure 4
J. Oil Gauge / Filler Cap
K. Spark Plug Cap / Spark Plug

EngineSerial Number
The engine serial number is your only means of
identifying your particular engine from others of the
same model type.This engine serial number is needed
by your dealer when ordering parts. Refer to Figure 2.

L. Muffler
M. P.T.O. Shaft

Tune-up Specifications
ITEM

Figure 2

SPECIFICATION

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Valve Clearance

•
•

IN 0.12mm(0.005 in.)
EX 0.12mm{0.005 in.}

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Ignition Timing

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Unadjustable

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High Idle Speed

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3200 r/min (rpm)

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Spark Plug Gap

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0.7- 0.8mm(0.028-0.032

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Other Specifications

•

NO OTHER ADJUSTMENT
NEEDED

in.)

FuelAndOilRecommendations

-20°C

-10°C

0°C

10°C

20°C

30°C

40°C

Fuel
Use only clean, fresh, unleaded regular grade
gasoline.
SA_10W-

OctaneRating
The octane rating of a gasoline is a measure of its
resistance to "knocking".Use a minimum of 87 octane of
the antiknock index is recommended. The antiknock
index is posted on service station pumps in the U.S.A.

s
/10w

Figure 5

NOTE: If "knocking or pinging" occurs, use a different
brand of gasoline or higher octane rating.

NOTE: Using multi grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and
10W-40) will increase oil consumption. Check oil level
more frequently when using them.

CAUTION: Do not mix oil with gasoline
OxygenatedFuel
Oxygenates (either ethanol or MTBE) are added to the
gasoline. If you use the oxygenated fuel be sure it is
unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating
requirement.The following are the EPA approved
percentages of fuel oxygenates.
ETHANOL: (Ethyl or Grain Alcohol)
You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by
volume.
MTBE: (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)

Figure 6

You may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by
volume.

Preparation

METHANOL: (Methyl or Wood Alcohol) 5% by volume

Fuel

You may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by
volume, as long as it also contains co solvents and
corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system.

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•
•

Level the engine (equipment) before fueling.
Remove the fuel tank cap.
Slowly pour fuel into the fuel tank to bottom (B) of
the filler (A).
Do not over fill the fuel tank, fill only to bottom (B) of the
filler (A) to prevent spill out of the fuel from the tank cap.

Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume
may cause starting and/or performance problems. It
may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of
your fuel system.

Fuel Tank Capacity, 2.0 L (0.528 us.gal)

WARNING"
Gasoline is extremely
flammable and can be explosive under certain
conditions. Do not smoke. Make sure the area
is well ventilated and free from any source of
flame or sparks; this includes any appliance
with a pilot light. Never fill the tank so the fuel
level rises into the filler neck. If the tank is
overfilled, heat may cause the fuel to expand
and overflow through the vents in the tank cap.

•

Close the tank cap securely by turning it clockwise
as far as it will go.

Engine0il
Check the engine oil level daily before starting the
engine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may cause
serious damage to the engine such as seizure.
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•

Engine0il
The following engine oils are recommended:
API Service Classification: SF, SG, SH, or SJ.
0il Viscosity
Choose the viscosity according to the temperature
following chart in Figure 5.

Place the engine (equipment) on level surface.
Clean area around the oil gauge before removing it.
Remove the oil gauge (A) and wipe it with clean
cloth.

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•

Pour the oil slowly to "FULL" mark on the oil gauge.
Insert the oil gauge into the oil filler (B)WITHOUT
SCREWING IT IN.

•

Remove the oil gauge to check the oil level. Level
should be between "ADD" and "FULL" marks. Do
not overfill.

•
Install and tighten the oil gauge.
Engine Oil Capacity, 0.65 L (0.69 us.qt)

CAUTION:The
engine oil.

engine

is shipped

without

•

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•

DO NOT let the recoil starter grip snap back
itself. This may cause damage to the recoil
starter assembly.
Hold the brake control lever (A) on the equipment
against the handle (B) on the equipment.
Pull the recoil starter grip (C) slowly until you feel
compression, then pull fast and steady.

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Figure 7

Starting
BandPad System
Upon releasing the brake control lever on the
equipment, the cutting blade and the engine will stop
automatically.

Figure 9
A. Brake Control Lever

Therefore, the brake control lever must be held against
the handle while the engine is started and running.

B. Handle
C. Recoil Starter Grip

Starting Engine
•

Warming up

Fully push the priming button (A) by thumb only
once.

CAUTION: Allow engine to warm up before loading.
This will allow oil to reach all the engine parts, and
the piston clearance to reach design specification,
before the engine is ready for loading.

NOTE: When the engine is already warm or on hot
days, do not push the priming button to prevent faulty
starting engine caused by flooding carburetor.

•

After engine starts, warm up the engine, run it for a
few minutes.

Operating
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•

Anti-engine inclination
This engine will operate continuously at angles up
to 30°in any direction.
•
Refer to the operating instructions of the equipment
this engine powers.
•
Because of equipment design or application, there
may be more stringent restrictions regarding the
angle of operation.
CAUTION: Do not operate this engine continuously
at angles exceeding 30 ° in any direction. Engine
damage could result from insufficient lubrication.

Figure 8
CAUTION:
•

•

DO NOT start the engine when the cutting blade
is in contact with long, uncut grass, it may
cause difficulties in starting and damage to the
recoil starter.

Stopping
StoppingEngine
Release the brake control lever (A) on the equipment
from the handle (B) on the equipment to stop the engine
and the cutting blade.

DO NOT attempt to start the engine when the
brake control lever on the equipment is
released from your hands; this may cause
damage to the recoil starter or pad system of
the engine.
DO NOT pull the recoil starter grip out of the
end.

A. Brake Control Lever

B. Handle

Adjustment
EngineSpeed Adjustment

NOTE: Do not tamper with the governor setting or the
carburetor setting to increase the engine speed. Each
carburetor is adjusted at the factory with either a cap or
stop plate installed on the mixture screw. Any
adjustments
must be performed
an authorized
Kawasaki dealer.
Figure 10

MAINTENANCE
DAILY
Check oil level and add engine oil
Check for loose or lost nuts and
screws

Check for fuel and oil leakage
Check for brake control lever
function
Check or clean recoil starter and
air intake screen Tighten nuts
and screws
Clean air cleaner foam element

FIRST 8
HOURS

MAINTENANCE
INTERVAL
EVERY25
HOURS

EVERY 50
HOURS

EVERY 100
HOURS

EVERY 200
HOURS

EVERY 300
HOURS

Clean air cleaner paper element
Change engine oil
Clean and re-gap spark Plug
Replace air cleaner paper
element
Clean dust and dirt from cylinder
and cylinder head fins
Clean combustion chamber
Check and adjust valve clearance
Clean and lap valve seating
surface

Periodic Maintenance

Chart

NOTE: The service intervals indicated are to be used as a guide. Service should be performed more frequently as
necessary by operating condition. Service more frequently under dusty conditions.

0il Level Check

method is recommended.

Check oil level daily and before each operation. Be sure
oil level is maintained. See PREPARATION.

1. Draining0il FromCrankCase
•
Tip the mower as shown in Figure 11 below.
Remove the dipstick from the engine and pour
entire oil from the crank case into an appropriate
container.

0il Change

burns. Allow engine
WARNING"
Hot engine
temperature
oil can to
cause
dropsevere
from
hot to warm before draining and handling oil.

WARNING:
Before tipping the equipment,
make sure to run the engine till fuel runs dry.

Change oil after first 8 hours of operation. Thereafter
change oil every 50 hours.
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•
•

WARNING:

While tipping the engine, keep
muffler side down as shown below.

Run the engine to warm oil.
Be sure the engine (equipment) is level.
Stop the engine.

Two alternate methods of draining oil are described in
the following lines. For convenient handling, the first
28

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Put the mower back to its operating position (on all
four wheels).

RefillingFresh0il
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Dipstick

Remove dipstick and refill with new oil (See FUEL
AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS chapter).

NOTE: If you followed the second method of draining
oil, the dipstick is already removed from the engine.
•
Crank Case

_Muffier

Tilt mower so engine
tips this way
Figure

Check the oil level (See PREPARATION
and secure dipstick to the filler plug.

chapter),

WARNING:
Dispose of usedEngine
oil properly.
oil is toxic
Contact
substance.
your local
authorities for approved disposal methods for
possible recycling.

Cooling SystemCleaning

Before each use, make sure recoil starter (A) is free
from grass and debris to prevent engine overheating.

2. Using0il DrainPlug
IMPORTANT:The oil drain plug on this engine is located
at the bottom and can only be accessed by removing
the baffle and other components. This method of
draining oil involves complicated steps. The first
method, described earlier, is simpler and takes less
time; hence it is the preferred method.
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•

•

Run the engine for a few minutes and stop the
engine. Tip the mower as shown in Figure 12.
Access the oil drain plug by removing the baffle and
other components following instructions in
"Changing Belts" section on page 14. See Figure
12 for location of the baffle.

Figure 13

Air Cleaner Service
CAUTION: To prevent excessive engine wear, do
not run the engine with the air cleaner

Remove the oil drain plug from bottom of the
engine. See Figure 12 inset for location of the oil
drain plug. Drain oil into suitable container.

•

WARNING:

Clean the elements in a wellventilated area and take care that there are no
sparks or flame anywhere near the working
area, this includes any appliance with a pilot
light. Do not use gasoline or low flash-point
solvents to clean the element. A fire or
explosion could result.

Baffle

Unfasten the air cleaner case (C) fastened with the
air cleaner body (D) by sliding the two fasteners (A)
toward the recoil starter (B).Then, with two hands,
pulling the two latches (E) toward you and upward
as shown, separate the air cleaner case from the air
cleaner body.

Oil Drain Plug (on
bottom of engine)

Figure 12
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•
•

Reinstall the oil drain plug.
Reinstall the baffle and other components removed
earlier. Make sure to secure these now.
Put the mower back on its four wheels and on level
ground.

Figure 14

A. Fasteners

A. Slit in the air cleaner body

B. Recoil Starter

B. Projection on the air cleaner case

C. Air Cleaner Case

C. Fasteners

D. Air Cleaner body

CAUTION: After servicing the air cleaner, be sure
all the removed parts are reinstalled properly in
place. Failure to secure fastening of the air cleaner
case with the air cleaner body may cause dirt or
other foreign materials to enter the engine, while it
is running, through the air cleaner, resulting in
engine troubles or failures.

E. Latches
Remove the paper element (A) and the foam element
(B) from the air cleaner body (C).

WARNING:
Hot engine
components
can it to
cause severe burns.
Stop engine
and allow
cool before checking spark plug.

•

Clean or replace the spark plug and reset gap (A)
every 100 hours of operation.
•
Disconnect the spark plug cap from spark plug and
remove the spark plug.
•
Clean the electrodes (B) by scraping or with a wire
brush to remove carbon deposits.
•
Inspect for cracked porcelain or other wear and
damage. Replace the spark plug with a new one if
necessary.
•
Check the spark plug gap and reset it if necessary.
The gap must be between 0.7 and 0.8 mm (0.028
and 0.032").
To change the gap, bend only the side-electrode, using
a spark plug tool.

Figure 15
A. Paper Element
B. Foam Element
C. Air Cleaner body
Foam Element
Clean the foam element every 25 hours.
Wash the element in detergent and water, and dry it
thoroughly.
CAUTION: Do not oil foam element.
Paper Element
•
Clean the paper element every 100 hours.
•
Clean the element by tapping gently to remove
dust. If very dirty, replace the element.
•
Replace paper-element yearly or every 300 hours.
CAUTION: Do not wash paper-element. Do not use
pressurized air to clean or dry paper element.
NOTE: Operating in a dusty condition
more frequent maintenance than above.

-Install and tighten the spark plug to 23 N-m (2.3kgf-m,
17fMb).
-Fit the spark plug cap on the spark plug securely.
-Pull up the spark plug cap lightly to make sure of the
installation of the spark plug cap.
RecommendedSpark Plug
NGK... BPR5ES

may require

Reinstall the foam element and then the paper
element on the air cleaner body.
Reinstall the air cleaner case on the air cleaner
body by first fitting the projection (B) on the edge of
the air cleaner case into the slit (A) in the air cleaner
body. Then, sliding the fasteners (C) toward the air
cleaner case, securely fasten the air cleaner case
with the air cleaner body.

Figure 17
A.
B.

Spark Plug Gap
Electrodes

CAUTION: Be sure to use the same type of spark
plug for change. Resistor spark plug is required in
some areas by local law.
Figure 16
3O

Storage
Engine to be stored over 30 days should be completely
drained of fuel (gasoline) to prevent gum deposits
forming on essential carburetor parts and fuel system.
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely
flammable and can be explosive under certain
conditions. Drain gasoline before storing the
equipment for extended periods. Drain
gasoline in a well-ventilated area away from
any source of flame or sparks, including any
appliances with a pilot light. Store gasoline in
an approved container in safe location.
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Figure 18
A. Spark Plug Hole
•

Remove the spark plug cap from spark plug to
prevent accidental starting the engine.
Empty the fuel from the fuel tank with a pump or
siphon.
Fit the plug cap on the spark plug securely
Start and run the engine at idle speed to used up
the fuel in the fuel system.

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•

engine, stop
theARNING"
engine and Before
allow itmaintaining
cool.
Remove the spark plug and pour approx. 1-2 mL
(0.06-0.1 cu.in) of new engine oil through the plug
hole (A), slowly pull the recoil starter grip several
times and reinstall the spark plug.

Slowly pull the recoil starter grip until you feel
compression and leave it there.
Clean every part of the engine.
After period of storage, change engine oil.
(Refer to "Oil Change" section in "MAINTENANCE"
section).

Troubleshooting
Guide
Probable Cause

Symptom
Engine won't start
output is low

Insufficient
compression

1.
2.
3.
4.

Remedy

Faulty piston, cylinder, piston ring,
and head gasket
Faulty valves
Loose spark plug
Loose cylinder head bolts

1.Tighten properly
2. Tighten properly
3. Tighten properly
4. Tighten properly

No fuel to
combustion chamber

1.
2.
3.
4.

No fuel infueltank
Blocked rue tube
Blocked air vent in fuel tank cap
Faulty carburetor

Over-rich fuel/air mixture

2.
3.
4.
5.

Clogged air cleaner
Faulty carburetor
Incorrect grade/type of fuel
Water in fuel

No spark or weak
spark

1.
2.
3.

Faulty spark plug
Faulty ignition coil
Faulty engine switch

Engine Overheats

1.
2.

Clogged air cleaner
Recoil Starter or cooling air path
clogged with dirt
Insufficient engine oil
carbon built -up in combustion
chamber
Poor ventilation around engine

Faulty Governor

Spark plug fouled by
fuel

Low Output

3.
4.

Engine speed
won't increase

1. Fill fuel tank
2. Clean
3. Clean

4.:1:
1. Slowly pull the recoil starter grip with
spark plug removed to discharge
excess fuel. clean spark plug
2.Clean
3.:1:
4. Change Gasoline
5. Change Gasoline
1. Replace spark plug
2.:1:
3.:1:
1. Clean
2. Clean
3. Replenish or change oil
4.:1:
5. Select a better location

If the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table above
as a guide to troubleshooting.:l: Have an authorized Kawasaki dealer perform these service

Environmental
Protection
To protect our environment, properly discard used batteries, engine oil, gasoline, coolant, or other components that
you might dispose of in the future.
Consult your authorized Kawasaki dealer or local environmental waste agency for their proper disposal procedure.

Specifications
Type of Engine

Air-cooled,

4-stroke

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Bore X Stroke

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65 x 54mm (2.6 x 2.1 in.)

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Displacement

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179mL (109. cu.in.)

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Ignition system

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Solid-state ignition

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Starting system

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Recoil starter

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Dry weight

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13.5kg (29.1b)

Specifications subject to change without notice

OHV, single

cylinder,

gasoline

Engine

Kawasaki Limited Warranty: California And Federal
Emission Control Systems: Small Off-Road Engines
The California Air Resources Board, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (hereinafter "Kawasaki") are
pleased to explain the Emission Control Systems Warranty on your Kawasaki small off-road engine. In California and other states, new small offroad engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards. Kawasaki must warrant the emission control system on
your small off-road engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small offroad engine. Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel-injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic
converter. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emission related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists, Kawasaki
will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is Performed at a Kawasaki small off-road engine
dealer), parts and labor.
OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES.
The following obligations
California / EPA Emissions Systems Warranty:

must be fulfilled by the owner to maintain the validity of the Kawasaki

(a)

As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner's manual.
Kawasaki recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but Kawasaki cannot deny warranty
solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

(b)

You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to an authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine Dealer as soon as a problem
exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

(c)

AS the small off-road engine owner, you should also be aware that Kawasaki may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or
a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

(d)

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., Consumer
Services Department, 5080 36th Street, S.E., Grand Rapids, M149512, 616/949-6500.

COVERAGE. Kawasaki warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the small off-road engine is free from defects in
materials and workmanship which cause a failure of a warranted part for a period of two years. Kawasaki is liable for damages to other engine
components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. The 1995 and later small off-road engines are warranted for two
years in California. In all other states, 1997 and later model year small off-road engines are warranted for two years. If any emission-related
part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Kawasaki. This warranty time period shall begin on the date the small
off road engine is delivered to the initial purchaser, or on the date the small off road engine is first placed in service.

Warranty defects shall be remedied during customary business hours at any authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine dealer located within the
United States of America. Any manufacturer-approved
replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs
on emission-related parts, and must be provided without charge to the owner if the part is still under warranty. Any part or parts replaced under this
warranty shall become the property of Kawasaki.
The emission related warranted parts are specifically defined by the California Air Resources Board's Emission Warranty Parts List. (EPA's
regulations do not include a parts list, but EPA considers emission-related parts to include all parts listed here.) These warranted parts are:
carburetor and internal parts, spark advance/retard system, cold start enrichment system, magneto or electronic ignition system, catalytic
converter, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, air cleaner element, and spark plugs if failure occurs prior to the first required scheduled
replacement, hoses, clamps, fittings, gaskets, sealing devices, mounting hardware and tubing used directly in these parts.
Since emission related parts may vary slightly from model to model, certain models may not contain all of these parts and certain models may
contain functionally equivalent parts.
2.

LIMITATIONS.

(a)

Repair or replacement required as a result of (i) misuse or neglect, (ii) lack of required maintenance. (iii) repairs improperly performed or
replacements improperly installed, (iv) use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Kawasaki specifications which adversely
affect performance and/or durability, (v) alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Kawasaki.

This Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following:

(b)

Replacement

of parts, other services and adjustments

necessary for required maintenance

at and after the first scheduled

replacement

point.

LIMITED LIABILITY.
(a)

The liability of Kawasaki under this Emission Control Systems Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in materials or
workmanship by any authorized Kawasaki small off-road engine dealer at its place of business during customary business hours. This
warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the small off-road engine or transportation of the small off-road engine to or from the
Kawasaki Dealer. KAWASAKI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER EXPENSE, LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (EXCEPTION LISTED UNDER COVERAGE) OR EXEMPLARY ARISING IN CONNECTION
SALE OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE KAWASAKI SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINE FOR ANY PURPOSE.

(b)

WITH THE

NO EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY KAWASAKI WITH RESPECT TO THE KAWASAKI SMALL
OFF-ROAD ENGINE EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN. ANY EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY IMPLIED
BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS EXPRESSLY
LIMITED TO THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY TERMS SET FORTH HEREIN. THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS
WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES.

(c)

No dealer is authorized to modify this Kawasaki

Limited Emission Control Systems Warranty.

(d)

Kawasaki is not liable for parts which are not genuine Kawasaki parts except when genuine Kawasaki parts cause damage to non-Kawasaki
parts.

LEGAL RIGHTS: THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS. THIS WARRANTY
IS IN ADDITION TO THE KAWASAKI LIMITED SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINE WARRANTY.

NOTES

MANUFACTURER'S

LIMITED WARRANTY

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the
United States, its possessions and territories.
"MTD" warrants this product against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the
date of original purchase and wilt, at its option, repair or
replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in
materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only
apply if this product has been operated and maintained in
accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the
product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse,
commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of
other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the
installation or use of any part, accessory or attachment not
approved by MTD for use with the product(s) covered by this
manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage.
Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from
the date of purchase. Normal wear parts include, but not
limited to items such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower
skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized
service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your
Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at P.O. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1330-220-4683 or tog on to our Web site at
www.mtdproducts.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the
following cases:
a,

The engine or component parts thereof. These items
may carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer
to applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and
conditions.
Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a
separate one year warranty.
Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,
blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch
adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal
deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or

FOR:

MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or
exported outside of the United States, its possessions
and territories, except those sold through MTD's
authorized channels of export distribution.
Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
Transportation charges and service calls.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose,
applies after the applicable period of express written
warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other
express warranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product,
shall bind MTD. During the period of the warranty, the
exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product
as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD
shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or
damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred
for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for
rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted
product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration
of safety features of the product shall void this warranty.
You assume the risk and liability for toss, damage, or injury to
you and your property and/or to others and their property
arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased
as a gift.
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This
limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of
Purchase to obtain warranty coverage.

exposure.
Service completed by someone other than an
authorized service dealer.

MTD LLC, P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019; Phone:1-800-800-7310,1-330-220-4683

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