Yard Machines 540 Series Operator's Manual

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12Recoil StarterThe recoil starter is attached to the handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter to start the unit.PrimerThe primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor. Use it to start a cold engine, but do not use it to restart a warmengine after short shutdown. Refer to engine manual for illustration.Blade Control HandleWARNING: This control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. The blade control handle must bedepressed in order to operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.Throttle ControlThe throttle control is located on the side of the upper handle and is used to regulate engine speed. It cannot beused to stop the engine.SECTION 7: OPERATIONGas And Oil Fill-UpOil:• Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Use SAE30 oil;do notuse 10W40 oil.• Fill oil sump and check the oil level following steps below.a. Position the mower on level ground and clean area around oil fill plug.b. Remove oil fill plug and dipstick. Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole and tighten securely.c. Remove dipstick and check oil level. If the oil is not upto FULL mark on the dipstick, pour recommended oilthrough the oil fill and check the level again.• Install oil fill plug and dipstick, tighten securely.NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multiviscosity oilswill result in increased oil consumption when used above 32oF. Check the oil level more frequently to avoidpossible engine damage from running low on oil.GasolineWARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or when engine is running or hot. Do not smoke whenfilling up the fuel tank.• Clean area around fuel cap. Remove cap. Use a funnel to prevent spillage.• Pour approximately 1.5 quarts of fresh, regular grade, unleaded gasoline slowly to the fuel tank.IMPORTANT: Never mix engine oil with gasoline.• Fill tank to 1/2” below the bottom of the filler neck. Wipe any fuel spillage. Do not fill fuel tank completely.Provide space for fuel expansion.Starting EngineWARNING : Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while startingengine or operating mower.Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbonmonoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from anymoving parts on engine and lawn mower.