5
meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety!”
4.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
5.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
6.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
7.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair
the damage before starting and operating the mower.
8.
Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
9.
Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail
shield are subject to wear and damage which could
expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
safety protection, frequently check components and
replace immediately with original equipment
manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual.
“Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!”
10. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper
disposal of fluids and materials can harm the
environment.
13. ALWAYS de-energize self starter prior to performing any
maintenance or service to the engine and or mower.
Follow instructions both in manual and on the engine and
or machine to de-energize starter.
Your Responsibility
•
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in
this manual and on the machine.
TO START
Prime
Engine
1
Turn Key To
Run Position
2
Push and Hold
Starter Button
3
Pull Blade Control
Bar to Handle
4
If Mower Does Not Start, Repeat
Steps 1-4 And Pull Rope To Start
FOR SERVICE & REPAIR
TO DE-ENERGIZE
STARTER
Push and Hold
Starter Button
Remove Spark
Plug Wire
1
Turn Key To
Run Position
2
3
4
Release Blade Control Bar
5
5
Pull Blade Control
Bar to Handle
BLADE ROTATES WHEN SELF-STARTER IS ENERGIZED.
DE-ENERGIZE SELF-STARTER BEFORE SERVICING MOWER.
STARTER
BUTTON
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS.
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY THE
BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION. WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
• DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND.
• USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES. DO NOT MOW
SLOPES GREATER THAN 15. MOW ACROSS NEVER
UP AND DOWN. NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO
YOUR FEET. LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE
AND WHILE MOVING BACKWARDS.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL . KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (BLADE CONTROL, TRAILING SHIELD,
DISCHARGE COVER, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.
For Customer Assistance Call:
1- 800 - 800 -7310
1- 330 - 220 - 4MTD
Have your model number ready when you call
For Customer Assistance
Visit Our Website
www.mtdproducts.com
PLACE MODEL PLATE HERE
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT
OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR
GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.
