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they are dry and are not laying too thick on the lawn. Do 
not wait for all the leaves to be off the trees before you 
mow.

WARNING:

 If you strike a foreign object, stop the 

engine. Remove wire from spark plug, thoroughly inspect 
the mower for any damage and repair the damage before 
restarting and operating the mower. Extensive vibration of 
the mower during operation is an indication of damage. 
The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired.

8-6 GRASS CATCHER

Empty and clean the bag, make sure it is clean and 
ensure its meshwork is ventilated. 

(Fig. 23)

8-7 DECK

The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after 
each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, 
dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, 
it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper 
mulching. The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower 
and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the 
spark plug wire is disconnected).

8-8 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 

INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: 

Do not at any time make any 

adjustment to lawnmower without first stopping the engine 
and disconnecting the spark plug wire.

CAUTION: 

Before changing mowing height, stop 

mower and disconnect spark plug cable. Your mower is 
equipped with a central height adjustment lever offering 
5 height positions.
1. Stop mower and disconnect spark plug cable before 

changing mower cutting height.

2. The central height adjustment lever offers you 

5 different height positions.

3. To change the height of cut, squeeze adjuster lever 

toward the wheel, moving up or down to selected 
height 

(Fig. 24)

. All wheels will be in the same height 

of cut.

9. MAINTENANCE 

INSTRUCTIONS

SPARK PLUG

Use only original replacement spark plug. For best 
results, replace the spark plug every 100 hours of use. 
(refer to ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL)

10. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: 

DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG 

BEFORE SERVICING.
1. WHEELS-Lubricate the ball bearings in each wheel at 

least once a season with a light oil.

2. ENGINE-Follow engine manual for lubrication 

instructions.

3. STOP CONTROL-Lubricate the pivot points on the 

stop control handle and its cable at least once a 
season with light oil. The stop control must operate 
freely in both directions.

11. CLEANING

CAUTION: 

Do not hose engine. Water can 

damage engine or contaminate the fuel system.
1. Wipe deck with dry cloth.
2. Hose under deck by tilting the mower so that the spark 

plug is up.

11-1 ENGINE AIR CLEANER

CAUTION: 

Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air 

filter foam element.

The engine air cleaner element must be serviced 
(cleaned) after 25 hours normal mowing. The foam 
element must be serviced regularly if the mower is used in 
dry dusty conditions. (refer to ENGINE OWNER’S 
MANUAL)

To CLEAN AIR FILTER

1. For PLM4120: Lift the tabs on top of the filter cover.

For PLM4620: Remove screw.

2. Remove cover.
3. Wash filter element in soap water. 

DO NOT USE 

GASOLINE!

4. Air dry filter element.
5. Place a few drops of SAE30 oil on the foam filter and 

squeeze tightly to remove any excess oil.

6. Reinstall filter.

NOTE: 

Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or 

unable to be cleaned. 

(Fig. 25 for PLM4120)

11-2 CUTTING BLADE

CAUTION: 

Be sure to disconnect and ground the 

spark plug wire before working on the cutting blade to 
prevent accidental engine starting. Protect hands by using 
heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blades.
Tip mower as specified in separate engine manual. 
Remove the hex bolt and washer which hold the blade 
and blade adapter to the engine crankshaft. Remove the 
blade and adapter from the crankshaft.

WARNING: 

Periodically inspect the blade 

adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. 
Replace when necessary.
For best results your blade should be sharp. The blade 
may be resharpened by removing it and either grinding or 
filing the cutting edge keeping as close to the original 
bevel as possible. It is extremely important that each