MTD 02B Series Operator's Manual page 6

Service
1. Keep the mower in good working order. Replace worn or
damaged parts.
2. To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in
any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to
a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.
Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor. Do
not change the engine governor settings or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
3. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,
and use extra caution when servicing them.
4. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
5. Ensure the blade comes to a complete stop within (3) three
seconds after operating the blade control. If the blade
does not stop in less than three seconds, your mower
must be serviced professionally by an authorized service
dealer. Check for proper operation per the Service and
Maintenance section.
6. Regularly check the safety interlock system for proper
function, as described later in this manual. If the safety
interlock system does not function properly, have your
mower serviced professionally by an authorized service
dealer.
7. Never tamper with the blade control safety interlock or
other safety devices. Check for proper operation per the
Service and Maintenance section.
8. Check the mower blade and engine mounting bolt torque
in accordance to the Service and Maintenance section in
this manual. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g.,
excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade with the
original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade only.
9. Use of service parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety.
10. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition. Check all hardware
for tightness per the Service and Maintenance section.
11. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the
damage before starting and operating
12. Never attempt to make wheel cutting height adjustments
or repairs to the mower while the engine is running.
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13. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover 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.
"Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety."
14. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
15. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and
may include the following emission control systems: Engine
Modification (EM) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
When required, models are equipped with low permeation fuel
lines and fuel tanks for evaporative emission control. California
models may also include a carbon canister. Please contact
Customer Support for information regarding the evaporative
emission control configuration for your model.
Spark Arrestor
WARNING:
This mower 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 arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor 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 arrestor for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
WARNING:
This mower 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 arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).