MTD 12A-445E755 User Manual

Operator's Manual
21" Rear-Discharge
Lawn Mower
Model 445
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00540B
(10/2003)

MTD 12A-445E755 Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	12A-445E755
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

General Operation Safety

Read, understand, and follow all instructions for safe operation and familiarization with controls.

Service Safety

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Handle gasoline with extreme care due to flammability and explosive vapors.

Slope Operation Safety

Child Safety

General Service Safety

Assembling Your Lawn Mower

Disconnecting Spark Plug

Assembling Handle

Assembling Soft Grass Bag

Attaching Grass Catcher

Operating Your Lawn Mower

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

Before Starting Mower

Starting Engine

Detailed steps and safety warnings for starting the lawn mower engine.

Stopping Engine

Procedure to safely stop the mower's engine and blade.

Mowing Operation

Instructions for engaging drive, mowing safely, and handling foreign objects.

Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

Cleaning the Lawn Mower

Engine Maintenance

Key maintenance tasks for the engine, including oil and filter servicing.

Servicing Your Lawn Mower

Blade Care

Inspection, removal, and handling procedures for the mower blade.

Replacing Drive Belt

Trouble-Shooting Guide