MTD YARD-MAN 11B-106C401 Owner's Manual page 9

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been
allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running.
Before Starting
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If equipped with a rubber boot, make certain the metal loop
on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on
the spark plug.
To Start Engine And Engage Blade
• Move the throttle control lever to all the way forward.
• Prime engine as instructed in the engine manual.
• Standing behind the unit, depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle.
• Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope
will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind slowly.
• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Return it
slowly to the rope guide.
• After engine starts, move throttle control to FAST or desired engine speed. (Mower is designed to
be operated at full throttle.)
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide for helpful information.
To
Stop Engine
And Blade
• Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade.
WARNING: The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off.
• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent accidental starting
while equipment is unattended.
Using Your Rotary Mower
• Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage 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.
• For the best results, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower,
preventing proper discharge of grass clippings, and could cause you to slip and fall. New grass,
thick grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut. Speed of the mower should be adjusted to the
condition of the lawn.
• When using the side-discharge mower, the best mowing pattern is one that allows the clippings to
discharge towards the uncut part of the lawn. This permits recutting of the clippings to further
pulverize them. When cutting high weeds, discharge towards cut portion, then recut at right angles
to first direction.
• For a healthier lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the total length of the grass. Lawn should
be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.
• This mower is designed to be operated at full throttle to give you the best cut and do the most
effective job of mowing.
WARNING: if you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark plug,
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an
indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired.
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