• Check the blade and engine mounting bolts nt frequent
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade
for damage (e.g., bent, cracked or worn). REolace with
blade which meets original equipment spncifications
listed in this manual.
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to b_ sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check tl'eir proper
operation regularly.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove
the wire from the spark plug, and thoroughly i lspect the
mower for any damage. Repair the dama;le before
starting and operating the mower.
• Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage
and deterioration, which could expose moving parts o.
allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,
frequently check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.
_lk ARNING-YOUR RESPONSIEILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and inst "uctions in this manual and on the machine.
DANGER
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (BLADE CONTROL,
DISCHARGE COVER, )IN PLACE AND WORKING.
Figure 1 S_fety Labels Found On Lawn Mower
SECTION 2: FIND YOUR MODEL NUMBER
This Owner's Guide is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your
mower. Please read and understand what it says
Before your start to prepare your mower for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in
this Owner's Guide. The information on the mod_l plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD
customer support department.
• Every mower has a model plate. You can I_cate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking
down at the cutting deck.
° The model plate will look like figure 2.
XXX-X-XXX-X-XXX XXXXX_(XXX
This is where your model number will be.
This is where your serial number will be.
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
Figure 2
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