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20" 25" MCLANE MOWER Owner' Handbook Front Throw Reel Mower CONTENTS Page 2 3 4-6 7-10 12-14 13-14 11 Safety Rules Front Throw Reel Mower Features Assembly Instructions Operation and Maintenance Lawn Mower Parts Illustration Lawn Mower Parts List Trouble Shooting i 7110 East Rosecrans Ave. _ Paramount, CA 90723 _" Telephone z (562) 633-8158 (213) 636-8336

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Page 1: 25 Owner' Handbook Front Throw Reel Mower20" 25" MCLANE MOWER Owner' Handbook Front Throw Reel Mower CONTENTS Page 2 3 4-6 7-10 12-14 13-14 11 Safety Rules Front Throw Reel Mower Features

20"25"

MCLANE MOWEROwner' Handbook Front

Throw Reel Mower

CONTENTS

Page

2

3

4-6

7-10

12-14

13-14

11

Safety Rules

Front Throw Reel Mower Features

Assembly Instructions

Operation and Maintenance

Lawn Mower Parts Illustration

Lawn Mower Parts List

Trouble Shooting

i 7110 East Rosecrans Ave.

_ Paramount, CA 90723_" Telephone

z (562) 633-8158 (213) 636-8336

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Training

Preparation

Operation

Maintenance

and Storage

SAFETY RULES

1. Read the Operating and Service Instruction Manualcarefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls andproper use of the equipment.

2. Neverallow children to operate a power mower.

3. Keepthe area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.

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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and removeall stones, sticks, wire, bonesand other foreign objects.

Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.Always wear substantial footwear.

Checkfuel before starting engine. Do not fill gasoline tank indoors,when engineis running, or while engineis still hot. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting engine.

Disengageself-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on units so equippedbefore starting engine(motor).

Neverattempt to make a wheel height adjustment while engine (motor) is running.

Mow only in day light or in good artificial light.

Neveroperate equipment in wet grass. Always be sure of tour footing; keep a firm hold on thehandleand walk, never run.

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Do not change engine governor settingsor overspeedengine.

Donot puts hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keepclear of dischargeopening at all times.

Stop blade(s)when crossing gravel drive, walks or roads.

After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), removewire from spark plug, thoroughly inspect themower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.

If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for thecause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

Stop engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning mower housing,and when makingany repairs or inspections.

When cleaning, repairing or inspecting,make certain blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnectspark plug wire and keep wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting.

Do not run engine (motor) indoors.

Shut engine (motor) off and wait until blade comes to a complete stop before removing grasscatcher and/orunclogging chute.

Mow across the face of slopes, never up-and-down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction onslopes. Do not mow excessivelysteep slopes.

Neveroperate mower without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place.

Keepwashoutports and othermower housing service openingsclosedwhen mowing.

1. Check blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness.

2. Keepall nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.

3. Neverstore equipment with gasoline in the tank insideof a building where fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow engineto cool before storing in any enclosure.

4. To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass, leavesor excessivegrease.

5. Checkgrass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For two years from purchase (60 days for commerciat use) McLane Manufacturing Inc., will replace for the odginaI purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts, found uponexamination by any factory authorize service center, or by the factory in Paramount, California, to be defective in material or workmanship or both, All transportation charges

on parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser, There are no other expressed warranties. Implied warranties, including those ofmerchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to two years from purchase and to the extent permitted by law Any and all implied warranties are excluded. Thisis the exclusive remedy and liability for consequential damages. Any and all warranties are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by law. Some states do not allow

limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion maynot apply to you, This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. It is your responsibility to follow the maintenance

instructions described in the owner's manual. Routine service (cleaning, blade sharpening) is your responsibility. Defect of engine is covered by manufacturer of engine.

McLane Manufacturing, Inc.

Note: Operator abuse and improper assembly of product is not covered by any written or implied warranty. Read your owner's manual carefully

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Manual Drive Lever

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Drive Control

Rod

Throttle

EngineClutchLever

Notice to customers in the State of California.The

engine on this units is not equipped with a sparkarrestingmuffler.

--WARNING---USEOR OPERATIONOF THIS ENGINEON ANY FORESTCOVEREDI BRUSH

COVEREDtOR GRASS COVEREDLAND WITHOUT A STATE APPROVED

SPARK ARRESTOR IN EFFECTIVEWORKING ORDER CONSTITUTESA

VIOLATIONOF THE LAW OF THE STATEOF CAUFORNIA.

Upper ClutchControl Rod

Throttle Wire

1/4"x 7/8"

Air Cleaner

Cutting Height

Adjustment Lever

Lock Nut

Lower Clutch

.,e_ Control Rod

Belt Guard

\Reel

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ASSEMBLYTOOLS REQUIRED: 7/16" Wrench, Pliers, Screwdriver (11/16" Wrench needed to adjust Clutch Tension)

NOTE: Reference to left or right sideof the mower is from operator'sposition at the handle, facing fonNard.The lawn mower is fully assembledexcept for the handle throttle control,drive control rod and clutch controlrod. Everything is packed and shippedin one container.

ASSEMBLY:1. CARTON REMOVAL

Cut the back panel, lay down pullmower backwards.

2. PARTS ID

3. TOOLS REQUIRED7/16" Wrench, Pliers, Screwdriver(11/16" Wrench needed to adjustClutch Tension)

STEP 1: Remove the grass catcher,handle assembly, and rods from the box(see Fig. 1, grass catcher not shown).

STEP 2: Attaching the handle: removethe bolts retaining the panel to the lowerhandle. You need six bolts to mount thehandle. Two of the six bolts were thoseyou just removed. The other four aresupplied with loose hardware in theplastic bag. (see Fig. 2) Take the bottomsection of the handle (Fig. 3) and installa bolt through the brace, the upperhandle section, and the panel orbracket. Put a nut on each bolt andsecure the panel or bracket on bothsides of the handle.

NOTE: The three holes in the upperhandle must be aligned with the threeholes in the lower handle. The handlebrace is put on the outside of theupper handle. Slip on the handlegrips. Soaking in hot water may easeassembly.

DRIVE CONTROL ROD ASSEMBLY:(see Fig. 4 & 5)1. Assemble drive control rod (one

piece rod with both ends bent), byinserting one bent end in the drivecontrol lever bearing and insertingthe other end in the drive pivot rod.

2. Secure the control rod with cotter pins.

ENGINE CLUTCH CONTROL RODASSEMBLY: (see Fig. 6)1. The clutchcontrol rod consistsof one

long rod with one bent end, onecoupler, two lock nuts and one shortrod with one bent end.

2. Assemble the clutch control rod byinserting the short rod bent end in theclutch bearing. The end of the rodmust be outside the belt (Fig. 6).

3. insert the bent end of the long rodin the clutch lever bearing.

4. Insert a cotter pin in each bent end,but do not secure until finaladjustment is made.

IMPORTANT! ENGINE CLUTCH RODTENSION ADJUSTMENT: (Fig. 7)1. Lift the engine clutch lever to the

handle. If there is a slight tension onthe belt, the adjustment should becorrect. The tension should be justenough to propel the mower and reelwithout the belt slipping on the pulley.

EXCESSIVETENSION WILL REDUCEBELT LIFE AND PERFORMANCE OFTHE MOWER.2 Check for correct belt tension"

CAUTION !A. Remove spark plug wire, engage

the clutch by lifting the clutchlever to the handle and pull onthe rope starter.

B. If the reel turns, the tension shouldbe correct, however, be sure tocheck if the idler bearing is puttingexcessive tension on the belt.

C. If reel does not turn, more tensionis needed. Final adjustment can bemade after reel is operating.

3. ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES:A. Excessive Belt Tension: Remove

the upper rodfrom the clutchleverhandle and turn right (into thecoupler) one turn at a time untilthetension is correct.

B, Increased Belt Tension Needed:Remove the upper rod from theclutch lever handle and turn left(out of the coupler) one turn at atime until the tension is correct.

C. When the tension is correct, insertthe upper rod into the clutch leverhandle, secure the cotter pins atboth ends of the control rod andtighten the lock nuts to the coupler.At this time, replace the spark plugwire.

D. Refer to the operation instruc-tions before using mower.

f IMPORTANT !Without trapping belt, be surerod is on the outside of belt.

FIGURE 1: These parts, and thegrass catcher, should have beenremoved from the shipping carton.

Upper handle/f7/8 Bolt _ _\ /3 i :

Ha_ ......

Brace_-// ; Brace

/ _/" 7 -- Lower HandleFIGURE 2

FIGURE 3: Reuse the two bolts on thepanel, plus the other four bolts yourreceived, to mount the handle.

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ASSEMBLY

RGURE 4: Installthe Wheel Drive Controlrodon topand insertcotterpin.Then, open itsbottom to securelyfastenit.

RGURE 7: Put the bent end of the rodthrough the holeof the drivedutch lever.

INSTAWNG THROTTLE CONTROL:1. One end of the throttle control is factory installedto the

carburetor. The other end needs to be installedin the upperhandle.

2. Take hold of the control leverat the other end of the cable androute the throttle cable under and behind the panel locatedwhere the upper handle is bolted to the Ic_,_rhandle.

3. See Fig.8: Hold the control lever at the end of the throttlecableand twist itslightly so the knob will pass through the slot in theupper handle.

RGURE 5: Insert the red at the bottom of.theWheel Drive Leverandsecurewitha cotterpin.

Clutcharing

FIGURE 6: PUtthe bend end of the rodthrough the bole of theidlerbracket.Secure laterwitha cotter pin.

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FIGURE 8: Twist lever so knob will passthrough slot in panel.

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THROTrLECONTROLASSEMBLY:1.SeeF_j.9:When the knob is throogh the

handle panel, straighten the throttlecable so the throtttecontrol body can bepushed through the panel slot.

SIDE VIEW

RGURE 9

ASSEMBLY3. See Fg. 11: Une the cemplete knob and

control body unit with the panel slot. Useboth handsand push thecontrolbody unitintothe panelslot untilit locks inplace.

FUELAND OILNOTE: Engineis shippedWITHOUToil. Usea high quality detergent oil classified "forservice SF,SE, SD or SC".30 or 10W-30wtoil is recommendedfor mcet areas.Do notuse 10Wt- 40Wtoil.

TO FILLCRANKCASEWITH OILPlace enginelevel.Clean area aroundoil fillbefore removingoil fill plug.

OIL RLL PLUGRemoveoil fillplug.Fill crankcaseto pointof

overflowing. POUR SLOWLY Capacityapproximately20ounces.Replaceoil fillplug.

.4L CAUTION .4LHandle fuel with care - it is highlyflammable. Use only approved fuelcontainer.Neveradd fuel while engine isrunning. Fill fuel tank outdoors withextreme care.Neverfill fuel tank indoors.Replace gasolinecap securelyand wipeupall spilledfuel.

2, See Fig. 10: Push entire knob andcontrol body through the panel slot fromthe back as shown.

FIGURE 10

RGURE 11

INSTALLING GRASS CATCHER:1. See Fig. 12: Loosen catcher hook, nuts

and bolts. Remove front nut and boltfrom each catcher hook. Then raisecatcher hooks and fasten both hookswith the bolts. Leave bolts loose untilcatcher is adjusted for proper clearancefrom the reel I_ades.

, Attach grass catcher to the mower andmake sure the catcher does not touchthe reel blades. The catcher hooks areslotted so you can easily adjust thecatcher so it will clear the reel blades.

3. When proper clearance is assured,tighten _',e nuts and _ holding thehooks to the catcher.

TO

RGURE 12

We recommend the use of clean, freshIcad-free ges_ine. Leadedgasolinemaybeused if lead-freeis not available.A minimumof 77 octane is recommended.The use oflead-freegasoiineresultsin fewercombustiondepositsand longervalve life.

NOTE:We DO NOT recommendthe use ofgasoline witch contains alcohol, such asgasohol.However,if gasolinewith alcohol isused, it MUSTNOT contain more than 10percentEthanoland MUST beremovedfromthe engineduringstorage.DO NOT use gasoline containingMethanol.See STORAGEINSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Experience indicates thatalcohoiblendedfuels (calledgasoholorusingethar_olor _noi) can attract rce_-_ewhich leads to separationand formationofacidsduringstorage.Aciditygas candamagethefuel systemof anenginewhilein storage.To avoid engine problems,the fuel systemshouldbe emptiedbeforestoragefor30 daysor longer.Drainthe gas tank,startthe engineand let it run untilthe fuel line andcarburetorare empty.Use fresh fuel nextseason. SeeStorageInstructionsforadditior_ information.Never use engine or carburetor cleanerproducts in the fuel tank or permanentdamage mayoccur.

_ DONOT fill fuel tank to point ofoverlfowing.Provide approximately1/4"of tank spaceforfuel expansion.

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OPERATION

cu'n'ING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The cutting height is adjustable from 1/4" x 1-1/2". The frontwheet assembly bar may be moved in 3-holes on the sidepanels to adjust the height. (Refer to FIG. 13) The two topcutting height adjustment holes, A & B are used for allheight adjustments except for the 1-1/2" height. Hole C isonly used for the 1-t/2"' adjustment.

Cutt_A. 1/4"-11/16F o/

Figure 13

Lift lever as shown (Fig 14) and adjust height byrepositioning notched bracket.

Rear Axle Positions

o.

Figure 14

LEVER POSITION

SCALPINGNotch No. 1

Notch No. 2

Notch No. 3

Notch No. 4

Notch No. 4

HEIGHTA B C

1/4" 7/8" i

7/16" 1" --

5/8" 1-1/8" --

1-1t16" 1-3/16" --

-- -- 1-1/2"

NOTE:

When using A or B hole in the side panel (Fig.13) thenotched lever (Fig. 14) must be changed to A or B holealso. When using the C hole in the side panel, place thenotched adjusting lever in the B hole.

REAR AXLE ADJUSTING:The rear axle height positions my be changed by themower owner, however, due to the mechanics involved it isrecommended the procedure be done by an AuthorizedMcLane Service Center.

The mower is shipped with axle in the middle position andthe cutting heights listed above are achieved with the axlein this position. The rear axle must be lowered to the highposition (Fig. 14) to achieve the 1-1/2" cutting height.

REAR AXLE ADJUSTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Drain the gas and oil from the engine. Turn mower so the

front wheels and the engine are resting on the gournd orwork benchtop.

2. Refer to Fig. 14AA. Remove chain guard-No. 20B. Remove side plate chain-No. 21C. Remove clutch drive chain-No.15 and add (2) chain

links. They can be purchased from the factory orMcLane Service Center. Part No. 5016

D. Remove (8) retainer bolts-No.12E. Loosen (8) hanger bolts-No. 13

3. Move Axle outward until retainer bolt hole aligns with thehigh hole in the side plate. (Fig. 14)

4. Replace and tighten (8) retainer bolts.

5. Tighten (8) hanger bolts.

6. Replace side plate and clutch drive chains.

7. Refill oil and gasoline.

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49

2

Figure 14A

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OPERATION

CAUTION: To avoid possible damage to front wheels do not startmower before setting height adjustment. Notched height bracket atright front of mower (Fig. 14) must be placed at desired cuttingheight position.

HOWTO USEYOUR MOWERTHROTTLE CONTROL:Theenginespeed is controlledbythe throttleleverlocatedatthetopof the handle.The leveralsocontrolsstarling and stopping.

DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER:This leveris located on the left side of the mower and when raised,engages the clutch which drives the reel. For safety,when the leveris released,the reel and mowerstops immediately.

MANUAL DRIVE LEVER:The drive lever is located on the rightside of the handle. Whenpushed forward the dnve wheel engages the ground and drives themower.Activated the clutch leverfirst, thenthe drive lever to propelmower forward.

STARTING THE ENGINE1. Before starting refer to engine manual for detailed engine

manufacture'sinstruc_ons

2. Move engine choke lever to choke position. Pull rewind starterhandle rapidly, repeat if necessary. Move throttle down torunning position.

3. Lift engine clutch control and hold against handle to engagereel (Fig. 15).

4. Move drive control to DOWN position to move forward.

5. To disengage reel drive, immediately release control lever.

6. To stop enginemove throttle leverto STOP position (Rg 15).

HOW TO USE THE CONTROLS ANDWHAT THE CONTROLS DO1. From the operators position which is behindthe lawn mower,

engagesthe cuttingblade.

2. The control in the middle regulatesthe speed of the engir_e.

3. The control lever on the right engages the self-propelledmechanism.

TURN THE PRODUCT OFF1. The Engine--push the middle control all the way towards

operator to stop.

2. Cutting Blades---releasethe handle on the leftside.

3. The Self-Propelled Mechanism---release the handle on the leftside also.

CAUTIONThe Operation of any lawn mower can result in foreignobjects thrown into the eyes, which can result insevere eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or

eye shields before starting your lawn mower and whilemowing.We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for

over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

DriveControl

\

Figure 15

Throttle

(Mowing speed Control)

I

IEngineClutch

CAUTIONBefore starting engine, become familiar with allcontrols. Read this Operator's Manual thoroughly.

Always check engine oil level before starting engine.

CAUTIONCare should be taken to avoid inhaling exhaust gasesas they contain carbon monoxide gas which iscolorless and odorless. Carbon monoxide is a

dangerous gas that can cause unconsciousness andis potentially lethal. Do not run engine in confined areas

such as a closed garage.

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MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATION

1. The sparkplug and air filtershouldbereplaced once a year. This will assurebetter engine performance and longerengine life.

2. Check all fastenersand be sure theyaretight.

3. Follow all maintenance instructionslisted on the following pages an theservice schedule.

A CAUTION ADISCONNECT SPARK LUG WIRE FROMSPARK PLUG AND PLACEWIREWHEREiT CANNOT COME IN CONTACT WITHSPARK PLUG.

AIR CLEANER

MUFFLER

o...,#i o, eAi.COVER OIL RLL PLUG

OILLEVER

FIGURE 16

CHANGING ENGINE OIL1. "_ltmowerhack, place suitablecontainer

on floornext to drive wheel.2. Place a pieceof metal overdrivewheel

so oil willdrain intosontainer. A plasticfunnel can also be used. Cut part offunnel away and place under drain plugmaking sure small end of funnel isdirected towardthe container.

3. Remove oil drain plug.(Refer to Fig. 16).4. When oil is drained, replace plug and

refill crankcase with oil as perinstructions on page 7.

TO SERVICE AIR CLEANERSClean cartridgeat three monthintervals orevery 25 hours,whichever occursfirst.NOTE: Serwe more often if necessary.1. Remove knoband cover.2. Remove carlddge by pulling it off of the

screw.

3. Clean by tapping genT on a flatsurface.Ifvery dirty, replacecartridge or clean asfollows:

a. Wash in a low or non-sudsingdetergent and warm water solution.CALmON: Do not use petroleumsolvents such as kerosene, to deancartridge.

b. Rinse thoroughly with flowingwaterfrom inside out untilwater is dear.

¢. Allow cartridge to stand and air drythoroughly before using.

DO NOT OIL CAR'R:IIDGF..DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR

TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE.

4. Install cartridge, then cover and screwknob securely.See F_jure 17.

KNOB.---.----,',_

CARTRIDGJ

BASE PLATE

GASKET _

CARTRIDGE

RGURE 17

SPARK PLUG

Clean and reset gap at .030" every 100hours ofoperation.

CLEAN COOUNG SYSTEM

Grass, chaff or dirt may dog the rotatingscreen and the air cooling systemespeciallyafter prolonged service cuttingdry grass. Yeady or every 100 hours,whichever occurs first, remove the blowerhousing and clean the areas to avoid overspeeding, overheating and enginedamage. Clean mere often if necessaryREfer to Engine manual for detailedinstructions.

CLEAN ENGINERemove dirt and debris with a cloth or

brush. Cleaning with a forceful spray ofwater is not recommended as water couldcontaminate the fuel.

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LUBRICATIONCheck oil level regularly.Oil all exposedbearings, linage andfront wheels.Oil chainfrequently. Reel and main drive bearingsare sealed.

REEL MAINTENANCENormally grinding of" the reel is notrecommended or necessary to insurepropercutting.This is due to the extremehardness and great strength of the reel.Sharpening and back lapping whenrequired, should always be done by aproperly equipped service center.

ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: DO NOT RUN ENGINE AT

EXCESSIVE SPEEDS. Operating anengine at excessive speeds increases thedanger of personal injury.

1. DO NOT TAMPERWITH GOVERNORSPRINGS, GOVERNOR UNKS OROTHERPARTSWHICH MAYINCREASETHE C,-OkrmRNEDI_GINE SPEED.

TO CHECK OPERATION OF CHOKECONTROLS:Move speed control lever to "choke"position.The carburetor choke should bedosed.

J=D Ij "A" "A"

STOPSWITCH

FIGURE 17

CHOKF

CLOSED

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROLS'.Refer to engine manual for detailedinstrucEms.

REPLACE AIR CLEANER.

Clip for throttlecable should securecable tohandle.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMEN3nS

Minor carburetor adjustment may berequired to compensate for differences infuel, temperature, altitude or load. Air

cleaner and air cleener cover must beassembled to carbu,'etor when nJ_nrmgengine.

INmAL ADJUSTMENT:

Gen_ tum needle valve clockwiseuntil itjust closes. Valve may be damaged byturningit intoo far.(Referto F_j, 19).

Next open needle valve 1-1/2 turnscounterclockwise.This initialadjuslment willpermit the engine to be started andwarmed up (approximately5 minutes) priorto final adjus1_nent.

IDLE SPEED HROTTLEADJUSTING T THROTTLE

SCREW STOP

CARBURETORADJUSTMENT FIGURE19

FINAL ADJUSTMENT:Place throttle control in "FAST" position."rum needle valve in unt_ engine slows(ckx:kwise-lean mixture). Then rum it outpast smooth operating point until engineruns unevenly (rich n-;_ture) Now turnneedle valve to the midpoint between richand leanso the engine runs smoothly Next,adjust idle RPM. Rotate throttlecounterclockwise and hold against stopwhile adjusting idle speed adjusting screwto obtain 1750 RPM. Release throttle.Engine should accelerate without hesitalionor sputtering. If it does not, carburetorshould be readjusted, usuallyto a slighltyricher mixture.

CLUTCH BELT MAINTENANCE:1. Inspectdutch belt frequently for wear

anddamage. Worn anddamagedbelts cancause _ clutch to operateimproperly,such as continuousmovement of the reel and rollerdrivewhen all leversare disengaged.

Replace the belt when excessive wearor damageoccurs.

CLUTCH BELT REPLACEMENT:

1. Remove cotterpin from lower dutchcontrolrod(Part 1012D) and slidecontrol rod from dutchbearing(Part 1046D).

2. Remove belt guard bolt using lf2"wrench and removebelt guardfromthe dutch body.

3. Detach Deadmen dutch spring (Part1052D) from deadman belt idler(Part 1047D).

4. Remove the wom belt.

5o Install new belt by placing aroundjackshaft pulley (Part 1053) firstandthenaround the engine pulley(Part I063).

6. CAUTION: Make sure idler bearing(Part 1048D) rests against the insideofthe belt. (The belt must be placed overthe pulleysand the idlerbearing).

7. Replace daadman dutchspring.(Attachto belt idler).

8. Replacebelt guard and belt guard bolt.De not tighten bolt.

9. Replaeedutch control red rnakingsurered is placed outside of _e belt.

10. Replacecotter pin and check forproper tension by followingin_onson page 4 under heading "EngineClutch Rod Tension Adjustment"

11. Now check dutch belt guard for properadjustment.There must be 1/16"clearance between the top of the beltand the bottom ofthe beltguard. Adjustguard up or down to maintain the 1/16"dearenea.

NOTE: The clearance must be checked

and adjustment made when the clutch isengaged and there is tension on the belt.(Lift dutch _eve_to the handle toclutch and put tension on the belt).

12. When the 1/16"dearance is achieved,tighten belt guard firmly.

IMPORTANT:

IMPROPER ADJUSTMENTOF BELT GUARD AND

TENSION OF CLUTCHCONTROL ROD CAN CAUSE

PREMATURE WEAR OF THEBELT AND FAILURE OF

PROPER CLUTCH ACTION.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM CAUSE

1. Engine fails to start. A

B

C

D

E

Check fuel tank for gas.

Spark plug lead wire disconnected.

Throttle control lever not in starting position.

Check spark plug.

Carburetor improperly adjusted. Engine flooded. Removespark plug, dry the plug, crank engine with plug removed,and throttle in off position. Replace spark plug and lead wireand resume starting procedures.

F Old/stale gas. Drain and refill with fresh gas.

2. Hard starting or loss of power. A Spark plug wire loose

B Carburetor improperly adjusted.

C Dirty air cleaner.

3. Operation erratic. A Dirt in gas tank. Drain, clean and refill.

B Dirty air cleaner.

C Water in fuel supply. Drain and refill.

D Vent in gas cap and/or carburetor plugged. Clear vent.

E Carburetor improperly adjusted.

4. Occasional skip (hesitates) at high speed. A Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide.

B Carburetor improperly adjusted.

C Dirty air cleaner.

5. Idles poorly. A Carburetor idle speed too slow.

B Spark plug gap too close.

C Carburetor idle mixture adjustment improperly set.

6. Engine overheats A Adjust carburetor.

B Remove any obstructions from air passages in shrouds.C Clean cooling fins.

D Fill crankcase to proper oil level.

NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.

THE ENGINE ON THIS UNIT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTING MUFFLER.

--WARNING--USE OR OPERTION OF THIS ENGINE ON ANY FOREST COVEREDj BRUSH COVEREDj OR GRASS COVERED LAND WITHOUT A STATE

APPROVEDSPARKARRESTORIN EFFECTIVEWORKING ORDERCONSTITUTESA VIOLATIONOF THE LAW OF THE STATEOF CALIFORNIA,

NOTE:For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above,please contact your local Lawn Mower Service Center

For engine Service see Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Center.

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Engine Manual enclosed.

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McLaneFront Throw Reel Mower Repair Parts 20" Models

REF, PARTREF. PART DESCRIPTIONNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 1O01-A2 7015-A3 10034 10045 1005-D7 10078 10089 1009

10 101011 101112 1012-D13 1018-9714 101415 101516 101618 101819 101920 102021 101522 102223 102324 102425 102526 102627 101128 102829 102930 103031 103132 103233 103334 103435 103536 103637 103738 103839 103940 101541 104142 104248 1043-A44 104445 1045-D46 1046-D47 1047-D48 1048-D49 104950 7015-A51 105152 1052-D53 105354 105455 102856 109257 105758 1058

Handle 59 1033Shoulder Bolt for Handle 60 1060-BHandle Grips (2 req.) 61 1061Drive Control Lever 62 1062Clutch Control Lever 63 1063P_astioWasher (2 req.) L & R 64 1064*Lock Nuts 7/16" - 14 (2 req.) L & R 65 1065Drive & Clutch Lever Grips 66 1066-DDrive Control Rod 67 1067-D*Cotter Pins 1/8" x 1/2" (3 req.) 68 1066Clutch Control Rod 69 1069ThrottleControl-Manual Choke 70 1070Handle Brace Plate 71 1071"1/4"- 28 Nuts (6 req.) 72 1072Lower Hamdle(2 req.) 73 1073"1/4 - 28 x 7/8" Bolts (6 req.) 74 1074Handle Brace (2 req.) L & R 75 1075"1/4 - 28 x 5/8" Bolts (2 req.) L & R 76 1076-P"1/4" - 28 Nuts (2 req.) L & R 77 1077-PDrive Pivot Rod 78 1078-SDrive Pivot Spring 6058Drive Pivot Arm 79 1037-D*Set Screw 3/8" -16 x 1/2" Square Head 80 1080Lower Drive control Rod 81 1057*Cotter Pin 1/8"x 1/2" 82 5001"5/16" - 16 x 3/4" Bolts (4 req.) L & R 83 1083Deck 84 1028Handle Brackets (2 req) 65 5002Roller Support Bracket with Bearing 86 1086Roller Support Bracket 87 1028"5/16" - 16 x 1/2" Bolts [2 req,) 88 1088Roller Drive Tube 89 1070Roller Drive Tires (5 req.) 90 1033Roller End Caps (2 req.) 91 1091-AInd Cap Bearings (2 req.) 92 1092Roller Drive Sprocket (30 teeth) 93 1057Roller Drive Bolts (3 req.) 94 1094"1/4" - 26 Drive Nuts (6 req.) 95 1033RollerDrive Shaft 96 1096Spacer 97 1097Engine, State Model_- 98 7050"5/16" - 24 x 1-1/2" Bolts (4 req.) 98A 1075-AMain Clutch Body 99 1099Clutch Rod Bearing 100 1100Belt Idler Arm 101 1101-2Idler Bearing 1101-A"3/8" -16 1/2" Flat Head Phillips Head Screw 102 1033Bolt for Clutch Body 103 1103-AWasher 104 1028Clutch Spring w/Spdng Plate 105 1105Jack Shaft with Pulley & Sprocket 106 1106Jack Shaft Housing (2 req,) 107 1107"5/16"- 18 x 3/4" Bolts (4 req.)Clutch Drive Chain -No. 41 x 46 Pitch*Connecting Link for No.41 ChainClutch Chain Guard

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"5/16" - 18 x 1/2" BoltsClutch BeltBelt Guard"5/16" - 18 x 3/8" Bolts

Engine Pulley*Key For Engine Pulley Shaft 3/16"x3/16"x5/8"Allen Set Screw 5/16"- 24 x 15/16"Rear Axle ShaftRetainerSprocket (30 teeth w{th Hub)Sprocket (8 teeth with Hub)*Set Screws 7/16"- 20 x 7/16" Half Dog (3 req.)

Axle Support Bearing (2 req.)Roller Bracket Supports (2 req.)Axle hangers (4 req.)*Hanger Bolts 5/16" - 24 x 7/8" (8 req.)"5/16" - 24 Nuts (8 req,)SpacerSpacerRear Wheels w/Bearings (2 req.)Bearing For 1078-SRetainer Bearing*Roller Drive Chain No. 41-36 Pitch*Connecting Link No. 41Slide Plate w/Chain Guard BracketCatcher Hook Bracket"5/16" - 18 x 3/4" Bolts (4 req.)Side PlateCatcher Hook Bracket"5/16" - 18 x 3/4" Bolts (4 req,)Sprocket (17 teeth)*Set Screws 7/16"- 20 x 7/16" Half Dog (4 req.)"5/16" - 18 x 1/2" Bolts (2 req.)Sprocket (13 teeth)*Reel Drive Chain No. 41-46 Pitch*Connecting Link No.41Chain Guard"5/16" - 18 x 1/2" Bolts (2 req.)

Height Adjustment LeverHeight Adjustment Notched Bracket"5/16" - 18 x 3/4" Bolt5/16" -18 NgtSpacer BushingHeight Adjustment SpringShieldShield Assembly Hardware"5/16" - 18 x 1/2" Bolt (2 req.)Bed Knife"5116"- 18 x 3/4" Bolts (2 req.)Tapered Bolts 5/16"-18 x 5/8" (6 req.)Bushing for Tapered Bolt (6 req.)Reel Assembly 7 Blade

* Standard Hardware items, may be purchased locally.

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Front Throw Reel Mower Repair Parts 20" Models (Continued)REF. PART REF. PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

108 1t08

109 1109

110 1033

111 1111

112 1112

113 1113

114 1007

115 1008

115A 1008-A

116 1116

117 1002

118 1118

119 1008

Reel Bearings (2 req.)Reel Bearing Retainer"5/16" - 18 x 1/2" Bolts (2 req.)Reel Bearing RetainerFront Wheel Assembly BarTie rodPlastic Washer

"7/16"- 14 Nuts (2 req.)"7/16"- 14 Jam Nuts (2 req.)Front Wheels with BearingsFront Wheel Bearings (2 req.)"7/16" - 14 x 3-1/2" Bolt

"7/16"- 14 Nuts (2 req.)

120 1120 Flat Washer121 1121 "7/16"- 14 x 3-1/4" Bolt122 1122 Plastic Grass Catcher124 1124 Catcher Hook125 3065 Washer127 1127 Catcher Hook

128 1028 1/4" - 28 x 7/8" Bolt (4 req.)N/S 3122"* Owner manual--Repair PartsN/S 1202E** Engine Operating Instruction Manual

Standard Hardware items, may be purchased locally.NOT SHOWN

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Front Throw Reel Mower Repair Parts 25" ModelsREF. PART REF. PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 5001 Sideplate (Right)2 5002 Sideplate (Left)3 5003 Sideplate Bearing Retainer4 5004 Rear Axle (20")

5004-B Rear Axle (25")5 5005 RearWheels (20") w/Bearings-ea

5005-A RearWheels (25") w/Bearings-ea6 5006 Sprocket (17Teeth)7 5007 Sprocket (8 Teeth)8 5008 Sprocket (30 Teeth)-20"

5008-B Sprocket (30Teeth)-25"9 1108 Sealed Bearing (8 Req)

10 5010 Roller Bearing Supports11 5011 Axle Hangers12 1033 5/16"-18xl/2" Bolt13 1074 5/16"-24x7/8" Bolt14 1075 5/16"-24 Nut15 1056 Clutch Drive Chain-44 Pitch16 5016 2-Link #41 Chain w/Master Linkt7 5017 4-Link #41 Chain w/Master Link

18 5018 Spacer (20") Right5018-B Spacer (25") Right

19 5019 Spacer (20") Left5019-B Spacer (25") Left

20 1094 Chain Guard21 1092 Sideplate Chain

1 4001-A13 401314 401419 401922 402223 402329 402931 403132 403234 403435 403539 403941 404142 404253 4053-A60 106063 4063

101 4101-24101-A

103 4103-A107 4107112 4112113 4113118 4118121 4121122 4122

Handle w/Shoulder Bolts

Throttle Control AssemblyHandle Brace Plate

Handle Brace (2 Req) L & RDrive Pivot Rod

Drive Pivot SpringDeck

Roller Support Bracket w/BearingRoller Support BracketRoller Drive Tube

Roller Drive Tires (6 Req)Roller Drive Belts (3 Req)Roller Drive ShaftSpacerJack Shaft w/Pulley & SprocketClutch Belt

Engine PulleyShieldAssembly HardwareBed Knife

Reel Assembly 7-BladeFront Wheel Assembly BarTie Rod7/16"- 14x6" Bolt7/16"-14x5-1/4" BoltGrass Catcher

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STORAGE

MOWER:

• Clean all debris off mower and engine with a rag orbrush.

• Do not use water.

• Oil all chains and wipe off excess oil with a rag.

ENGINE:

Engines to be stored over 30 days should be completelydrained of fuel to prevent gum deposits forming onessential carburetor parts, fuel filter and tank.

NOTE:

The use of a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL®,or an equivalent,will minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits duringstorage. Such an additive may be added to the gasoline inthe fuel tank of the engine, or to the gasoline in a storagecontainer.a. All fuel should be removed from the tank. Run the

engine until it stops from lack of fuel.

b. While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase.Refill with fresh oil.

c. Remove spark plug, pour approximately 1/2 ounce (15 cc)of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute oil.Replace spark plug.

d. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head fins,blower housing, rotating screen and muffler areas.

e. Store in a clean and dry area.

IMPORTANT:IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITSFROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEMPARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE, ALSO,EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDEDFUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL ORMETHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICHLEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDSDURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THEFUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

OTHER:

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline can cause problems.

• Do not store your mower under any plastic cover.Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation toform and can cause your mower to rust.

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

SERVICE RECORD FIRST5

HOURS

SCHEDULEEVERY

25HOURS

EVERYUSE

EVERY EVERY50 100 HRS.

HOURS OR SEASON

X

X

X

X

ENGINE OIL CHANGE X

ENGINE OIL CHECK X

SERVICE AIR CLEANER X

CLEAN/REPLACE SPARK PLUG

LUBRICATE MOWER

CHECK MUFFLER

CLEAN MOWER X

SERVICE DATES

FILL IN WHEN SERVICEIS COMPLETED

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NOTES m MAINTENANCE RECORD

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