MTD 136 User Manual

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
This symbol on the product’s nameplate
U
L
®
means it is listed by
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC.
MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
FORM NO.
770-10502B-
(9/2002)
Electric Lawn Mower
13” Rear Bagger
Model 136
Operator’s Manual

MTD 136 Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	136
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

General Operation Safety

Key safety rules and precautions for general mower operation.

Slope Operation Safety

Precautions for safe operation on slopes.

Children Safety Precautions

Safety guidelines concerning children around the mower.

Slope Gauge Guide

Assembling Your Lawn Mower

Attaching Wheels

Instructions for fitting the mower's wheels.

Assembling the Handle

Steps to assemble the mower's upper and lower handles.

Installing Guide Rod and Cord Restraint

Assembling the Grass Catcher

Attaching the Grass Catcher

Instructions for mounting the grass catcher to the mower.

Operating Your Lawn Mower

Cord Connection

Connecting the extension cord to the mower.

Connecting to Power Source

How to connect the mower to an electrical outlet.

Starting Motor and Blade

Making Adjustments

Cutting Height Adjustment

Stopping Motor and Blade

Mowing Your Lawn Safely

Maintenance

Removing the Blade

Installing the Blade

Resetting the Circuit Breaker

Sharpening the Blade

Off-Season Storage

Troubleshooting Guide