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Operator's Manual

21" Self-Propelled

Mower

Model 997

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion 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,Ohio44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A. Form No.769-00952

(11/2003)

Content

Important Safe Operation Practices

Slope Gauge

Assembling Your Lawn Mower

Know Your Lawn Mower

Operating Your Lawn Mower

Making Adjustments

TABLEOFCONTENTS

Page Content Page

3 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 13

6 Servicing Your Lawn Mower 14

7 Off-Season Storage 16

9 Troubleshooting 17

10 Illustrated Parts List 18

11 Warranty 36

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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P. O. BOX 361131

CLEVELAND,OH 44136

338-220-4883

www.mtdproducts.com 800-800-7310

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

CUSTOMERSUPPORT

Please doNOTretum theunit to the retailer fromwhereit waspurchased,withoutfirstcontactingCustomerSupport.

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:

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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: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES

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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-

fitting 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.

8. 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

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.

5. Do not operate the mower while under the influence

of alcohol or drugs.

6. Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on

units so equipped while starting engine.

7. 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.

8. 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

immediatelyandthebladewillstoprotatingwithin

threeseconds.

9. Mowindaylightorgoodartificiallight;walk,notrun.

10.Stopthebladewhencrossinggraveldrives,

walkwaysorroads.

11.Iftheequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabnormally,

stoptheengineandcheckimmediatelyforthe

cause.Vibrationisgenerallyawarningoftrouble.

12.Shuttheengineoffandwaituntilthebladecomes

toacompletestopbeforeremovingthegrass

catcheroruncloggingthechute.Thecuttingblade

continuestorotateforafewsecondsafterthe

engineisshutoff.Neverplaceanypartofthebody

inthebladeareauntilyouaresurethebladehas

stoppedrotating.

13.Neveroperatemowerwithoutpropertrailshield,

dischargecover,grasscatcher,bladecontrol

handleorothersafetyprotectivedevicesinplace

andworking.Neveroperatemowerwithdamaged

safetydevices.Failuretodosocanresultin

personalinjury.

14.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea

burn.Donottouch.

15.Onlyusepartsandaccessoriesmadebythe

originalequipmentmanufacturer(O.E.M).Failure

todosocanresultinpersonalinjury.

16.Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcoveredinthis

manual,usecareandgoodjudgment.Contactyour

dealerforassistance.Call1-800-800-7310forthe

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.

Do:

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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.

DoNot:

1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments, you could lose your footing or

balance.

2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as

shown on the slope gauge.

3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could

cause slipping.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to

the presence of children. Children are often attracted to

the mower and the mowing activity. They do not

understand the dangers. Never assume that children

will remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under

the watchful care of a responsible adult other than

the operator.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the

area.

3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind

and down for small children.

4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,

doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may

obscure your vision of a child who may run into the

mower.

5. Keep children away from hot or running engines.

They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.

6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate

a power mower. 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.

Service

SafeHandlingof 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

trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle

before filling.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable

vapors will accumulate in the area.

9. 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.Ifgasolineisspilled,wipeitofftheengineand

equipment.Moveunittoanotherarea.Wait5

minutesbeforestartingtheengine.

13.Neverstorethemachineorfuelcontainerinside

wherethereisanopenflame,sparkorpilotlightas

onawaterheater,spaceheater,furnace,clothes

dryerorothergasappliances.

14.Toreducefirehazard,keepmowerfreeofgrass,

leaves,orotherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanupoilorfuel

spillageandremoveanyfuelsoakeddebris.

15.Allowmowertocool5minutesbeforestoring.

GeneralService:

1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly

ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

2. 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.

3. 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!"

4. 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.

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WARNING

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.

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SECTION3: ASSEMBLINGYOURLAWNMOWER

RemovingUnitFromCarton

•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

thoroughly for loose parts.

LoosePartsinCarton

1. Grass Bag

2. Grass Bag Adapter

3. Side Discharge Chute

4. Hardware Pack

Carriage Bolt

HardwarePack

Please identify each piece of the hardware pack as

shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1

Wing Nut

BeforeAssembly

• Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the

spark plug wire from the spark plug. See Figure 2.

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ire X

Spark Plug_

Figure 2

NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the mower is

observed from the operating position.

SettingUpYourLawn Mower

AssemblingHandle

• 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

Wing Nut

Handle Mountin

Bracket

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.

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Lower

Handle Hole

Wing Nut

Handle Mounting _Hairpin

Bracket Clip

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.

Cable Tie

Lower

Handle

Figure 5

AttachingStarterRope

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.

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.

Grass Bag

Adapter

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Nuts

Figure 7

•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.

Door

Rope

Rope

Guide

Figure 6

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.

Figure 8

AttachingSideDischargeChute

• 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.

Side Discharge

Chute X

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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.

,_ WARNING" The operation of any lawnmower can result in foreign objects being

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_ WARNING" This blade control mechanism isa safety device. Never attempt to bypass its

operations.

Cutting HeightAdjustmentLevers

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.

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.

ShiftLever

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.

Drive Clutch Lever -Blade Control Handle Height Adjustment

Lever

Shift Lever

Recoil

Grass

Catcher

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Trail Shield

Side-Discharge ..........................

Chute Mulch Plug .................

Figure 10

SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURLAWNMOWER

,_ WARNING" Read, understand, and follow all

instructions and 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.

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: 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.

BeforeStartingMower

• 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.

Neutral AdjustmentTest

To perform the neutral adjustment test, answer the

following questions.

• 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.

StartingEngine

• 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.

,i_ WARNING: Be sure no one other than the

operator is standing near the lawn mower while

starting engine or operating mower.

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.

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.

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.

NOTE: See page 27 of this manual for more detailed

instructions on starting the engine.

StoppingEngine

• 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

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.

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Mulching

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.

,l_ WARNING" If the mower strikes a foreign

object, stop the engine. Remove spark 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.

BaggingGrassClippings

You can use the grass catcher bag to collect clippings

while you are operating the mower.

• 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" Do not at any time make any

adjustments without first stopping engine 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.

Lower Handle

Notch

• 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

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Figure 12

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:

• 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.

IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed in the same

relative position. For rough or uneven lawns, raise the

cutting height of your mower.

Caster Caster

Lock Lock

Pin Pin

/

Front

Wheel

Wing Nut Axle Bolt,

Front/4 Spring

Wheel Washer

Square Hole

(indicates

various cutting

he ghts)

Figure 13

CasterLockAdjustment

The casters can be locked in a straight ahead position

or position to swivel freely. See Figure 13.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

Bottom View

®

Jpper

Adjustment Handle

Shift Lever D Clutch

Control

Figure 14

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.

The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left side

of the mower beside the engine. See Figure 15.

Adjustable Cable

Bracket

Hex Nut

PUSH

Figure 15

• 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.

12

SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER

,i_ WARNING" Always stop the engine and

disconnect the spark plug wire before

performing any maintenance work or

adjustments on your lawn mower.

CleaningMower

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.

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

serviceability.

•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.

,_ WARNING" Never tip the mower more than90 degrees in any directions and do not leave

the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can

drain into the upper part of the engine causing

a starting problem.

EngineCare

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.

• 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.

Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if

necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters

can create a fire hazard. Make sure to avoid muffler

and surrounding areas while the mower engine is

hot because temperature of these areas of the

engine may exceed 150° F.

Lubrication

Refer to the lubrication chart in Figure 16.

BladeControl Handle

• 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.

RearDischargeDoor

• 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.

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.

Lubricate

Lubricate

/Lubricate

Lubricate

\

Lubricate

Figure 16: Lubrication Chart

Lubricate

13

SECTION8: SERVICINGTHEMOWER

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.

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.

SharpeningtheBlade

• 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.

_b ARNING" An unbalanced blade will causeexcessive vibration when rotating at high

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.

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.

• 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---_

Bolt

Figure 17

DriveBeltReplacement

• 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.

Figure 18

Baffle

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

S

Figure 19

Tilt the transmission forward and loosen the idler

pulley bolt and lock nut half a turn. See Figure 20.

Transmission

Pulley

Belt \

Belt Keeper

Bracket Idler

/Bracket

Idler

Pulley 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

Control

Arm

• 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 O

HalfUpperPulle_

_ \__ _ Lower Pulley

Figure 22

IMPORTANT:When replacing the belt, do not disas-

semble the lower pulley assembly.

• 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

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

Figure 24

•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.

ReplacingRearFlap

• 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-SEASONSTORAGE

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.

IMPORTANT:We do not recommend the use of a

pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit.

• Refer to engine manufacturer's manual at the end

of this manual for correct engine storage

instructions.

• 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.

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.

16

SECTION10: TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

Engine overheats

Occasional skip (hesitates)

at high speed

Idles poorly

Excessive vibration

Mower will not mulch grass

Uneven cut

1. Blade control handle disengaged.

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

4. Blocked fuel line.

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Engine flooded

1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

3. Vent in gas plugged.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Air flow restricted.

3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1. Spark plug gap too close.

1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too

wide.

2. Carburetor improperly adjusted.

3. Dirty air cleaner.

1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

2. Bent cutting blade.

1. Wet grass.

2. Excessively high grass.

3. Dull blade.

1. Wheels not positioned correctly.

2. Dull blade.

1. Engage blade control handle.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

4. Clean fuel line.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Wait a few minutes to restart, do not

prime.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh

gasoline.

3. Clear vent.

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Clean air cleaner.

6. Adjust carburetor.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Remove blower housing and clean.

3. Adjust carburetor.

1. Adjust gap to.030".

1. Reset gap to.030" or replace spark plug.

2. Adjust carburetor.

3. Clean air cleaner.

1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance

blade.

2. Replace blade.

1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until

later to cut.

2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then

mow again at desired height or make a

narrower cutting path.

3. Sharpen or replace blade.

1. Place all fourwheels in same height

position.

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

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

17

SECTION11: PARTSLISTFORMODEL997

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91

27

\

31

5

17

20

35

<

\/

\ 10% _

28 \

32

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.

30

78

68_

84

-80

-82

99

98

99

/

18

Model997

Ref. Part No.

No.

1. 647-0004

2. 731-0904A

3. 16864

4. 731-0620

5. 713-0397

6. 732-0627

7. 731-0924

8. 731-0905A

9. 710-1667A

10. 731-0906

11. 746-0711B

12. 712-0324

13. 746-0883

14. 710-1270

15. 746-04109

16. 749-0439D

17. 720-0284

18. 736-0451

19. 710-1174

20. 726-0240

21. 749-0907B

27. 731-1901

28. 732-0842

29. 631-0066

30. 731-1832

31. 731-1833A

32. 782-0078B

33. 712-0397

34. 710-0703

35. 746-0939A

36. 782-7574A

37. 736-0270

38. 712-3006

39. 710-0167

40. 712-0138

41. 782-7575A

42. 736-0329

43. 756-0625

44. 738-0924

45. 736-0264

46. 714-0104

47. 732-0306

48. 734-1981A

49. 712-0414

50. 16855

51. 10622B

52. 748-0381

748-0188B

53. 738-0137A

54. 748-0318

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

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

Ref.

No.

55.

56.

57.

58.

59.

60.

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.

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

19

Model997

24

2]

25

60 49

26 17 16

_81

64

15

11\

4

7

4

5

\8

12

31

]1 I

46\

47_

62

51

14

-58

20

Model997

Ref, Part No.

No.

1. 720-0223

2. 732-0803A

3. 738-0529

4. 710-0751

5. 736-0270

6. 748-0318

7. 736-0369

8. 782-0566B

9. 750-0515

10. 741-0978

11. 750-1056

12. 710-0653

13. 682-7528

14. 741-0324A

15. 682-7526

16. 618-0263A

17. 710-0604A

18. 713-0453

19. 638-0012

20. 741-0522

21. 732-0832

22. 750-0151

23. 710-1315

24. 711-0835

25. 750-0807

26. 782-0568

27. 710-1652

28. 714-0474

29. 712-3025

30. 736-0425

31. 756-0656

32. 736-3084

Part Description

Grip

Spring Lever

Shoulder Nut.825 x.165 Lg.

Cap Screw 1/4-20 x.620

Belt Washer.285 ID x.75 OD

Wheel Rachet

Flat Washer.508 ID x 1.00D

Pivot Arm Assembly

Spacer.510 ID x.70 OD

Sleeve Bearing.504 ID x.830 OD

Shoulder

Tap Screw 1/4-20 x.375

Chain Cover Assembly

Flange Bearing.506 ID x.590 Lg

Transmission Axle Assembly

Transmission Assembly

Hex Screw 5/16-18

Chain

Rear Axle Assembly

Flange Bearing.506 ID x.715 Lg

Torsion Spring

Spacer.550 ID x.750 OD

Screw 3/8-16 x.25

Clevis Pin.50 Dia x 4.82 Lg.

Spacer.385 ID x.624 OD

Height Adjustment Spring Bracket

Screw 1/4-20 x.625

Cotter Pin

Hex Jam Nut 5/16-24

Bell Washer.325 ID x.930 OD

Pulley

Flat Washer.510 ID x 1.120 OD

Ref.

No,

33.

34.

35.

36.

37.

38.

39.

40.

41.

42.

44.

45.

46.

47.

48.

49.

50.

51.

52.

53.

54.

55.

56.

57.

58.

59.

60.

61.

62.

63.

64.

65.

Part No.

712-0896

782-7598

741-0124

732-0849A

750-1050

682-0027A

710-0299

741-0682A

736-0570

721-0329

618-0253

782-7601A

741-0690

736-0616

782-7595

712-0429

711-1168

717-1469

741-0674

717-1487

736-0314

736-0569

618-0252

710-0642

611-0066

664-0076

747-0940A

747-0939

747-0937

631-0071

726-0106

741-0673

Part Description

Hex Jam Nut 1/4-28

Belt Keeper

Bearing

Extension Spring

Flange Spacer

Idler Bracket Assembly

Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x 1.0

Bearing Sleeve

Flat Washer.885 ID x 1.45 OD

Oil Seal

Upper Housing Assembly

Cable Bracket

Bearing

Thrust Washer.504 ID x.70 OD

Pivot Bracket

Hex Nut 5/16-18

Output Shaft 6T

Gear 34T

Bearing

Pinion Shaft 10T

Thrust Washer 3/8 x.70

Thrust Washer.388 x.625

Lower Housing Assembly

Hex Screw 1/2-20 x.75

Shaft Assembly

Grass Bag

Support Rod w/Rope Guide

Pivot Rod

Grass Bag Frame

Grass Bag Cover

Cap Nut

Bearing

21

EngineManualforKawasakiEngine

SAFETYAWARENESS

,i_ WARNING" Whenever you see the symbols shown on the left, heed their instructions! Always follow safe

operating and maintenance 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 .................................................. 23

GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................... 25

FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................. 26

PREPARATION ...................................................................................... 26

Fuel ............................................................................................. 27

Engine Oil ................................................................................... 27

STARTING .............................................................................................. 27

Starting Engine ........................................................................... 27

OPERATING ........................................................................................... 27

Anti-engine inclination ................................................................. 28

STOPPING .............................................................................................. 27

Stopping Engine ......................................................................... 27

ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................ 28

Engine Speed Adjustment .......................................................... 28

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 28

Periodic Maintenance Chart ....................................................... 29

Oil Level Check ........................................................................... 29

Oil Change .................................................................................. 29

Air Cleaner Service ..................................................................... 30

Spark Plug Service ..................................................................... 30

STORAGE ............................................................................................... 31

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................ 32

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ......................................................... 32

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 32

22

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

Fuel Information

THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON

UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE ONL Y.

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

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.

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 sealed-type crankcase emission control system is

also used to eliminate blow-by gasses. The blow-by

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gasses are led to a breather chamber through the

crankcase and from there to the air cleaner.

EngineEmissionsCompliancePeriod

California

Model Year - 2006 and later Vertical Crankshaft

Durability Period - 500 hours

All Other States

Model Year - 2003 and later (new)

2007 and later (carry over)

Durability Period - 500 hours (Category A}

If your engine has an assigned emissions durability

period it will be located on the certification label

attached to the engine (IMPORTANT ENGINE

INFORMATION).

HighAltitudePerformance 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.

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.

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

necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable

standards.

As the owner of the engine, you have the responsibility

to make sure that the recommended maintenance is

carried out according to the instructions in this Owner's

Manual at your own expense.

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.

Tamperingwith EmissionControl SystemProhibited

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.

Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering

are the acts listed below:

Do not tamper with the original emission related parts:

• 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

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GeneralInformation

Locationof SafetyRelatedLabels

Figure 1

a. Warning

b. Engine Maintenance

AWARNING

_]loFOR SAFEOPERATION

READOWNER'SMANUAL.

•GASOLINEIS FLAMMABLE.

KEEPAWAYFROMFLAME

ORSPARKS,

OEXHAUSTGAS IS POISONOUS

DONOT RUNENGINE IN

AN ENCLOSEDAREA,

_°TO AVOID BURN, DO NOT

TOUCHHOTMUFFLER,

JEBO2OO2BZ2 C

Figure 3

A. Fuel Tank Cap

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

C. Fuel Tube

D. Carburetor

E. Priming Pump

F. Air Cleaner

G. Recoil starter

H. Recoil Starter Grip

I. Oil Drain Plugs (engine oil capacity 0.65L [0.69US

gal.])

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

i_ 1.CHECK OIL LEVEL

2. CHECK & CLEAN AIR CLEANER

3.CLEAN FINS & SCREEN

4.CHANGE OIL &OIL FILTER

REFERTO OWNER'SMANUALFORFURTHERINFORMATION

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.

Figure 2

Figure 4

J. Oil Gauge /Filler Cap

K. Spark Plug Cap /Spark Plug

L. Muffler

M. P.T.O. Shaft

Tune-up Specifications

ITEM SPECIFICATION

• Valve Clearance • IN 0.12mm(0.005 in.)

• EX 0.12mm{0.005 in.}

• Ignition Timing • Unadjustable

• High Idle Speed • 3200 r/min (rpm)

• Spark Plug Gap • 0.7- 0.8mm(0.028-0.032 in.)

• Other Specifica- • NO OTHER ADJUSTMENT

tions NEEDED

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FuelAndOilRecommendations

Fuel

Use only clean, fresh, unleaded regular grade

gasoline.

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.

NOTE: If "knocking or pinging" occurs, use a different

brand of gasoline or higher octane rating.

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)

You may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by

volume.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

-20°C -10°C 0°C 10°C 20°C 30°C 40°C

SA_10W-

s

/10w

Figure 5

NOTE: Using multi grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and

10W-40) will increase oil consumption. Check oil level

more frequently when using them.

Figure 6

Preparation

Fuel

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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)

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CAUTION:The engine is shipped without

engine oil.

Figure 7

3

E_3Br_ P

•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.

Starting

BandPad System

Upon releasing the brake control lever on the

equipment, the cutting blade and the engine will stop

automatically.

Therefore, the brake control lever must be held against

the handle while the engine is started and running.

StartingEngine

• Fully push the priming button (A) by thumb only

once.

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.

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.

•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

Figure 9

C. Recoil Starter Grip

Warming up

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.

• After engine starts, warm up the engine, run it for a

few minutes.

Operating

• 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.

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.

A. Brake Control Lever

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B. Handle

Figure 10

Adjustment

EngineSpeedAdjustment

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.

MAINTENANCE

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

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

DAILY

Q

Q

Q

Q

Q

FIRST 8

HOURS

MAINTENANCE

INTERVAL

EVERY25

HOURS EVERY 50

HOURS

EVERY 100

HOURS

EVERY 200

HOURS

EVERY 300

HOURS

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

Check oil level daily and before each operation. Be sure

oil level is maintained. See PREPARATION.

0il Change

,_ WARNING" Hot engine oil can cause severeburns. Allow engine temperature to drop from

hot to warm before draining and handling oil.

Change oil after first 8 hours of operation. Thereafter

change oil every 50 hours.

• 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

method is recommended.

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.

WARNING: Before tipping the equipment,

make sure to run the engine till fuel runs dry.

WARNING: While tipping the engine, keep

muffler side down as shown below.

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• Put the mower back to its operating position (on all

four wheels).

Dipstick

Crank Case

_Muffier

Tilt mower so engine

tips this way

Figure 11

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.

• 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.

• 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.

•Baffle

A. Oil Drain Plug (on

bottom of engine)

Figure 12

• 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.

RefillingFresh0il

• 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.

• Check the oil level (See PREPARATION chapter),

and secure dipstick to the filler plug.

,_ WARNING: Engine oil is toxic substance.Dispose of used oil properly. Contact 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.

Figure 13

Air Cleaner Service

CAUTION: To prevent excessive engine wear, do

not run the engine with the air cleaner

WARNING: Clean the elements in a well-

ventilated 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.

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.

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Figure 14

A. Fasteners

B. Recoil Starter

C. Air Cleaner Case

D. Air Cleaner body

E. Latches

Remove the paper element (A) and the foam element

(B) from the air cleaner body (C).

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.

PaperElement

• 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 may require

more frequent maintenance than above.

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 16

A. Slit in the air cleaner body

B. Projection on the air cleaner case

C. Fasteners

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.

_ WARNING: Hot engine components can

cause severe burns. Stop engine and allow it to

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.

-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.

RecommendedSparkPlug

NGK... BPR5ES

Figure 17

A. Spark Plug Gap

B. 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.

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.

• 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.

_ARNING" Before maintaining engine, stop

the engine and allow it 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.

Figure 18

A. Spark Plug Hole

• 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).

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TroubleshootingGuide

Symptom

Engine won't start

output is low

Low Output

Insufficient

compression

No fuel to

combustion chamber

Spark plug fouled by

fuel

No spark or weak

spark

Engine Overheats

5,

1. Engine speed 1.

won't increase

Probable Cause Remedy

1. 1.Tighten properlyFaulty piston, cylinder, piston ring,

and head gasket

2. Faulty valves

3. Loose spark plug

4. Loose cylinder head bolts

1. No fuel infueltank

2. Blocked rue tube

3. Blocked air vent in fuel tank cap

4. Faulty carburetor

1. Over-rich fuel/air mixture

2. Clogged air cleaner

3. Faulty carburetor

4. Incorrect grade/type of fuel

5. Water in fuel

1. Faulty spark plug

2. Faulty ignition coil

3. Faulty engine switch

1. Clogged air cleaner

2. Recoil Starter or cooling air path

clogged with dirt

3. Insufficient engine oil

4. carbon built -up in combustion

chamber

Poor ventilation around engine

Faulty Governor

2. Tighten properly

3. Tighten properly

4. Tighten properly

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

EnvironmentalProtection

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 OHV, single cylinder, gasoline Engine

• Bore X Stroke • 65 x 54mm (2.6 x 2.1 in.)

• Displacement • 179mL (109. cu.in.)

• Ignition system • Solid-state ignition

• Starting system • Recoil starter

• Dry weight • 13.5kg (29.1b)

Specifications subject to change without notice

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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 off-

road 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 off-

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

California /EPA Emissions Systems Warranty:

(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.

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

(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.

(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 WITH THE

SALE OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE KAWASAKI SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINE FOR ANY PURPOSE.

(b) 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 OF

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.

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NOTES

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NOTES

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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

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 1-

330-220-4683 or tog on to our Web site at

www.mtdproducts.com.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the

following cases:

a,

b,

C.

d,

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

exposure.

Service completed by someone other than an

authorized service dealer.

e,

f,

g.

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.

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