Assembling The Seat; Battery Information - MTD 660 Series Owner's Manual

IV. SERVICE
1. Useextra carein handlinggasolineand otherfuels. They are
flammable and vaporsare explosive.
a. Useonlyan approved container.
b. Neverremovegas capor addfuel with the enginerunning.
Allow engineto coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling.
Donot smoke.
c. Neverrefuelthe machine indoors.
d. Neverstore the machine or fuel container insidewhere
there is an openflame, or spark,such as a water heater,
space heater,clothes dryerand the like.
2. Neverrun a machine insidea closedarea.
3. Checkfrequently and keep nuts and bolts, especiallyblade
attachmentbolts, tight and keepequipment in safe working
condition.
4. Nevertamperwith safetydevices. C hecktheir properoperation
regularly.Useall guardsasinstructedin this manual.
5. To reducefire hazard,keepmachinefree of grass,leavesor
other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
machineto cool beforestoring.
6. Stop and inspectthe equipmentfor damageif you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary,beforere-startingand operating
the machine.
7. Nevermakeadjustments or repairswith the enginerunning.
8. Grasscatchercomponents a re subjectto wear, damageand
deteriorate, w hich could exposemoving parts or allowobjects
to be thrown. Frequently, c heckcomponents and replacewith
manufacturer's recommended parts whennecessary.
9. Mower bladesare sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)or
wearglovesand useextracautionwhenservicingblade(s).
10. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.
11. Muffler, engine,and belt guards becomehot during operation
andcancause a burn.Allowto cooldown beforetouching.
!2. Do not change the enginegovernorsettingsor overspeed the
engine.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
This owner's manual covers various models of
lawn tractors. Instructions for 36", 38" and 42"
decks are included in this manual. For all other
decks, refer to the separate deck manual packed
with your unit. The units illustrated may vary
slightly from your unit. Follow only those instruc-
tions which pertain to your model lawn tractor.
IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with
gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Self-Tapping Screws
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the
unit is observed from the driver's seat, facing for-
ward.
UNPACKING
1. Remove the lawn tractor from the carton as fol-
lows. Open the top flaps. The loose parts (include
the battery fluid, steering wheel with steering cap
attached and chute deflector) are on the seat and
wrapped in plastic. Remove all carton inserts. Cut
the front corners of the carton. If you have a 46"
deck, carefully remove the deck from the side of
the carton. Make certain brake is released, and
push the unit out of the carton.
2. The seat has been mounted backward for ship-
ping purposes. Carefully cut and remove the plas-
tic wrap. Remove the loose parts from the seat.
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---ASSEMBLING THE SEAT
Remove the hex self-tapping screws which secure the
seat to the seat pivot bracket. Turn the seat around
and place in position against the seat pivot bracket,
lining up the slotted holes in the pivot bracket with the
holes in the seat. Select desired position for the seat,
and secure with hex self-tapping screws. See figure 1.
BATTERYINFORMATION
A. Battery acid must be handled with great care as
contact with it can bum and blister the skin. It is
also advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles,
rubber gloves and apron) when working with it.*
B. Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the
eyes or onto the face, rinse the affected area
immediately with clean cold water. If there is any
further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
C. If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/
water or baking soda/water.
D. Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into
any sink or drain. Before discarding empty elec-
trolyte containers, rinse them with a neutralizing
solution.
E. NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to
battery while charger is turned on as it can cause
sparks.
F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen
gas generated during charging can be combustible.
G. As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well-ventilated area.
*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.