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IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer. Or, contact the service department of MTD Products Inc at P.O. Box 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722, (330) 225-7711.
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214 IP
216 IP
214 KW
216 KW
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- Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer. Or, contact the service department of MTD Products Inc at P.O. Box 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722, (330) 225-7711.
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Page 2: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices
As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 3: Slope Operation
• Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on units so equipped while starting engine. • The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade. - Page 4 WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Figure 1 Safety Labels Found On Lawn Mower • Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
- Page 5 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST 15° WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
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Page 6: Section 1: Finding Your Model Number
• Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., owner’s manual, etc.). DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it against the engine by attaching rubber boot to a bolt •... -
Page 7: Section 3: Set-Up Instructions
Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. SET-UP YOUR LAWN MOWER Follow steps 1 through 10 to set up your lawn mower. Step 1. Remove grass bag from unit and set it out of the way. - Page 8 Step 3. Replace the hardware removed from the lower handle. Tighten all four handle (two on each side of the handle assembly) nuts with 1/2" wrench or socket. Remove Pivot Note: Use the same height hole in each strut. Height holes in each strut allow for handle height adjustment up and down.
- Page 9 Step 5. Attach control cables to handle with pull ties found on the handle. Step 6. Loosen the nut holding the rope guide to the upper handle with a 7/16" wrench or socket. Step 7. Squeeze the blade control bail against the upper handle and pull out starter rope, slowly! . (Models without BBC) Step 8.
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Page 10: Section 4: Controls
SECTION 4: CONTROLS ENGINE BRAKE CONTROL MODEL BLADE CONTROL BAIL For units equipped with Engine Brake Control: The blade control bail is located on the handle of the mower. See Figure 2. The blade control bail must be depressed in order to start and operate the unit. Release the blade control bail to stop the engine and blade. -
Page 11: Section 5: Operation
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. See Figure 1. The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. - Page 12 USING YOUR ROTARY MOWER Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage the lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.
- Page 13 BAGGING GRASS CLIPPINGS This mower can bag grass clippings. Follow steps 1 and 2 to ready the mower for bagging. Step 1. Remove mulching plug, if installed. LIFT EMPTYING A FULL BAG OF GRASS Once the grass bag is full it will need to be emptied, follow steps 3 and 4 to empty the grass bag. Step 3.
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Page 14: Section 6: Adjustments
Side Discharge Top and Left View. This side up SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT • See the ASSEMBLY SECTION for handle height adjustment. -
Page 15: Section 7: Lubrication
SECTION 7: LUBRICATION WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of work on the lawn mower. Wheels Blade Control: Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil. -
Page 16: Trouble Shooting
DECK The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching, discharge or bagging. -
Page 17: Section 9: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. - Page 18 1. What Is Covered By This Warranty. This limited warranty covers any defect in materials or workmanship in your MTD Pro equipment for two year from the date of purchase for the first user purchaser. MTD Pro will replace or repair any part or parts without charge through your authorized MTD Pro dealer. Batteries, belts and tires will be covered for a period of ninety (90) days from date of purchase.