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General| Engine Type | 4-Cycle |
|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 140cc |
| Cutting Width | 21 inches |
| Cutting Positions | 6 |
| Wheel Size (rear) | 8 inches |
| Mulching Capability | Yes |
| Bagging Capability | Yes |
| Side Discharge Capability | Yes |
| Start Type | Recoil |
| Wheel Size (front) | 8 inches |
Read manual, exercise caution, keep children away, wear safety gear, and avoid hazardous actions.
Mow across slopes, avoid drop-offs, and never mow on slopes greater than 15 degrees or wet grass.
Keep children away from mower, be alert for their presence, and never allow children under 14 to operate.
Handle gasoline with extreme care in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources.
Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire before service. Check parts, labels, and dispose of fluids properly.
Restrict use to trained persons. Follow manual instructions. Altering safety features voids warranty.
Use gauge to determine safe mowing slopes. Operate walk-behind mowers across slopes, never up/down.
Remove staples, cut tape, lay carton flat, and remove packing material to unpack the mower.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground it against the engine for safety.
Raise and secure the upper handle to the lower handle using wing nuts and bracket assemblies.
Push up chute deflector and remove retainer. Lower deflector carefully to operating position.
Lift side discharge chute, insert baffle, and snap hooks over hinge pin to secure baffle.
Slide hooks of side discharge chute under hinge pin on mulching baffle and snap into place.
Refer to the separate engine manual for the location and function of engine controls.
Located on upper handle. Must be depressed to operate. Release to stop engine and blade.
Use fresh gas, connect spark plug wire, check oil, prime engine, set height, mulch if desired.
Service engine with gasoline and oil per engine manual. Fill tank only when engine is cool.
Check clutch operation by pushing and pulling mower. Ensure wheels don't lock up and drive cable is clear.
Connect spark plug wire, prime engine, stand behind mower, squeeze blade control, pull starter rope.
Clear lawn of debris. Mow across slopes, not up/down. Do not mow wet or excessively high grass.
Use levers on each wheel to adjust height. Ensure all wheels are at the same relative position.
Lower handle by removing wing nuts, disconnecting handle, repositioning studs, and securing.
Refer to the separate engine manual for specific engine adjustments and tuning.
Follow the maintenance schedule for lubricating, cleaning, checking oil, changing oil, and filter replacement.
Observe safety rules, avoid altering governed speed, and maintain unit for full warranty value.
Lubricate wheels, blade control, drive clutch, chute deflector, and engine per manual instructions.
Clean underside of mower deck after each use to prevent rust, corrosion, and maintain performance.
Protect hands when removing blade. Use correct angle for sharpening to prevent imbalance.
Balance blade by removing metal from heavy side. Install blade with end tips up, secure with hex bolt.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Remove transmission cover, slide belt off pulleys, install new belt.
Check blade control, spark plug wire, fuel, fuel line, spark plug, and flooded engine causes.
Check spark plug wire, fuel line, fuel tank, gas vent, fuel system, air cleaner, and carburetor.
Check engine oil level, airflow restriction, and carburetor adjustment.
Check spark plug, carburetor adjustment, and air cleaner.
Check blade looseness or imbalance, or bent cutting blade.
Avoid wet or excessively high grass. Mow at a high setting first, then adjust height.
Ensure wheels are positioned correctly and blade is sharp/balanced.
Check belt installation, pulley alignment, and debris clogging the drive operation.
Warrants against defects for 2 years. Normal wear parts covered for 90 days or if caused by defects.
Contact local authorized service dealer or MTD Customer Service with proof of purchase.
Excludes engine parts, log splitter parts, routine maintenance, and damage from misuse or alteration.
No implied warranties beyond express period. MTD not liable for incidental/consequential damages.
