4
Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thor-
oughly 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.
Operating Tips
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1.
To engage the drive, squeeze the drive control handle
towards the upper handle. Release the drive control
to slow down when negotiating an obstacle, making a
turn, or stopping.
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Figure 10
2.
For best results do not cut wet grass.
b. If it does not the clutch may not be releasing
completely. Do not start the engine until correc-
tions have been made. Check the control cable
for severe bend, kinks and binding. Also check for
grass build-up around the belt.
3. New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a
narrower cut.
WARNING
4.
5.
6.
For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-third
of the total length of the grass.
The operation of any
lawn mower 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.
Youris growth.lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there
To Start Engine
1
. If your unit is equipped with a primer, choke or fuel
valve lever operate as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit.
. Standing behind the unit, depress the blade control
handle and hold it against the upper handle as shown
in Figure 10.
. Grasp the starter handle as shown and pull slowly
until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to start engine
and avoid kickback. Return it slowly to the rope guide.
If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4
inches, mulching is not recommended. Mow using
the side discharge to reduce the grass height to 3-1/4
inches or less before mulching.
2
General Recommendations
1.
2.
Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
3
The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,
operator must maintain the lawn mower as
instructed here.
To Stop Engine
1.
Releaseand blade.the blade control handle to stop the engine
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the lawn
mower while starting
engine or operating
mower. Never run
WARNING: The blade continues
to rotate for a few seconds after
the engine is shut off.
3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
4
. Aseason.ll adjustments should be checked at least once each
. Pareeritight.odically check all fasteners and make sure these
2.
Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as
instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
5
engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
lawn mower.
UsingYour Lawn Mower
NOTE: To operate your unit using the grass catcher,
Be sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other
objects which could damage the lawn mower or the
engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the
mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury
to the operator and others.
mulcher or optional side discharge refer to page 7.
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| Categories | Gold Lawn Mower Manuals, Lawn Mower Manual, MTD Lawn Mower Manuals |
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| Language | English |
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