MTD 020 Series Owner's Manual page 5

Check the blade and engine mounting bolts
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at frequent intervals for proper tightness.
Also, visually inspect blade for damage
(e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade
with the original equipment manufacturer's
(O.E.M.) blade only, listed in this manual.
"Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to im-
proper performance and compromise
safety!"
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap
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the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
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sure the equipment is in safe working con-
dition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check
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their proper operation regularly.
After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
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gine, disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine. Thoroughly in-
spect the mower for any damage. Repair
the damage before starting and operating
the mower.
OWNER'S
MANUAL
SAFETY LABEL
Grass catcher components, discharge
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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 compo-
nents 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 perfor-
mance and compromise safety!"
Do not change the engine governor setting
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or overspeed the engine. The governor con-
trols the maximum safe operating speed of
the engine.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction la-
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bels, as necessary.
Observe proper disposal laws and regula-
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tions. Improper disposal of fluids and
materials can harm the environment.
WARNING - 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.
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