Lawn-Boy 10730 Operator's Manual

Summary of 10730

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    Form no. 3379-226 rev a 21in mulching/rear bagging lawn mower model no. 10730—serial no. 314000001 and up model no. 10732—serial no. 314000001 and up model no. 10734—serial no. 314000001 and up model no. 17730—serial no. 314000001 and up model no. 17732—serial no. 314000001 and up model no. 17734—se...

  • Page 2: Contents

    Warning california proposition 65 warning this product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects...

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear. • do not pull machine backward unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while...

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    General service • never operate the machine in a closed area. • keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • never remove or tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Never do anything to interfere with the intended function of a sa...

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    117–2718 117-4143 1. Warning—read the operator's manual. 2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 4. Cutt...

  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup important: remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Unfolding the handle warning folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. • if a cable...

  • Page 7: Charging The Battery

    4. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube, but do not screw it in. 5. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick (figure 5). • if the oil level is low, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat steps 3 through 5 until the oil level on the dipstick is ...

  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation attachments/accessories a selection of lawn-boy approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your authorized service dealer or distributor or go to www.Lawn-boy.Com for a list of all approved attachments and acce...

  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Important: if the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine. 6. Install the dipstick securely. Adjusting the cutting height warning adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. • stop ...

  • Page 10: (Self-Propel Models Only)

    Note: if the machine does not start after several attempts, contact an authorized service dealer. Using the self-propel drive (self-propel models only) to operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive bar (figure 14) toward the handle and hold it. Figure 14 1. Self-propel drive bar to...

  • Page 11: Operating Tips

    Removing the grass bag 1. Lift up the rear deflector (figure 16). 2. Lift the grass-bag handle out from the notches on the handle brackets and remove the bag from the machine. 3. Close the rear deflector. Operating tips general mowing tips • clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and othe...

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    Maintenance note: determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended maintenance schedule(s) maintenance service interval maintenance procedure after the first 5 hours • change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • check the engine oil level. • ens...

  • Page 13: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Servicing the air cleaner service interval: every 25 hours/yearly (whichever comes first)—check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts, and clean or replace them if necessary. Every 100 hours/yearly (whichever comes first)—replace the air-cleaner element (more frequently when operating t...

  • Page 14: Charging The Battery

    G020008 figure 20 engine for electric-start models not shown • if the oil level is low, add a small amount of oil slowly to the oil-fill tube, and then repeat steps 6 through 8 until the oil level on the dipstick is correct. • if the oil level is high, drain the excess oil until the oil level on the...

  • Page 15: Replacing The Blade

    Figure 23 3. Install the battery cover. Replacing the blade service interval: yearly important: you will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an authorized service dealer. Examine the blade when...

  • Page 16: Cable (Self-Propel Models

    Adjusting the self-propel drive cable (self-propel models only) whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive cable. 1. Loosen the cable-support nut (figure 25). Figure 25 1. 25 to 38 mm (1 to 1-1/2 inches) 4. Cable-suppor...

  • Page 17: Storage

    Storage store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. Preparing the machine for storage warning gasoline vapors can explode. • do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. • allow the engine to cool before storing it. 1. On the last refueli...

  • Page 18: Notes:

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    The lawn-boy no-worry warranty 21 in. Mulching/rear bagging a 2-year full warranty (45 day limited warranty for commercial use) walk power mowers the lawn-boy true start commitment a 3-year full warranty (not applicable for commercial use) conditions and products covered lawn-boy inc. And its affili...