Controls & Features - MTD 12A-446M001 Operator's Manual

Self propelled mower
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Controls and Features
Drive Control
Recoil Starter
Grass Catcher
Blade Control
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the
unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
WARNING:
This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Drive Control
The drive control is located on the underside of the upper handle
and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze it against the upper
handle to engage the drive; release it to slow down or stop
mower from propelling.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to
adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to be at the same
relative position to ensure a uniform cut. To adjust the cutting
height, refer to the "Assembly & Set-Up" Section.
Blade Control
Electric Start Ignition Switch
Figure 4-1
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Electric Start Ignition Switch (If Equipped)
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel.
It is used only for the electric starter.
Grass Catcher
The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower, is used to bag
the grass clippings for disposal at another site. Once the bag is
full, it has to be removed from the mower and emptied before
any further mowing.
Cutting Height
Adjustment Levers
4
11

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

This manual is also suitable for:

440 series

Table of Contents