MTD A00 Series Operator's Manual page 10

2. Remove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in
Fig. 3-3.
Figure 3-3
3.
Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly:
a. Pull upward on the handle until holes in lower
handle (shown in Fig. 3-3 deck cutaway) line up with
holes in handle bracket. See Fig. 3-4.
Figure 3-4
NOTE:When pulling upward on handle, make sure to not
pull handle all the way out.
b. Insert the T-bolts removed earlier through the
handle brackets and lower handle and tighten
securely to secure the handle in place. See Fig. 3-4.
c. Reattach wing nuts and carriage bolts removed
earlier into lower holes of handle as shown in Fig.
3-5.
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Figure 3-5
4. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper
handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope
guide. See Fig. 3-6.
a. Hold blade control against upper handle.
b. Slowly pull starter rope handle from engine and slip
starter rope into the rope guide. See Fig. 3-6.
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Figure 3-6
c. Tighten rope guide wing knob.
d. Use cable tie(s) to secure cable(s) to lower handle.
Grass Catcher (if Equipped)
1. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher (if
needed). Make certain bag is turned right side out before
assembling (warning label will be on the outside).
a. Place bag over fra me so that its black plastic side is
at the bottom.
SECTION
3 -- ASSEMBLY&
SET-UP