Maintenance - MTD SX800 Owner's Manual

Safety Precautions
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Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will
eliminate several potential hazards:
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Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.
Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.
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Burns from hot parts.
Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching.
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Injury from moving parts.
Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so.
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Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills
required.
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To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when working around fuel. Use
only a non-flammable solvent, not fuel, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames
away from all fuel-related parts.
To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, genuine parts for repair and replacement.
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MAINTENANCE