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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, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. (Model Number) (Serial Number) Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136 330-220-4683 www.mtdproducts.com 800-800-7310...
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
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Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep wire away from gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire spark plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not use or explosion. flammable solutions to clean air filter.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LEAF BLOWER Unpacking from Carton Assembling Upper Handle • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut • Place the upper handle over the lower handle, tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open aligning the holes in the upper handle with the carton.
SECTION 3: OPERATING YOUR LEAF BLOWER Two-Way Discharge WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all For your convenience, this blower can be adjusted to instructions and warnings on the machine and discharge toward the front of the unit or to its side. See in this manual before operating.
SECTION 4: MAINTAINING YOUR LEAF BLOWER recommended at the start of each leaf blowing WARNING: Before performing any season. Refer to the engine manual for details. maintenance or repairs on your equipment, • Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. stop the engine, wait until the machine comes Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug...
SECTION 5: TROUBLE-SHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct 3.
SECTION 6: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 24A-657E129 Engine for reference only; may not resemble actual part. Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 749-0784 Upper Handle 747-0542 Height Adjustment Crank 726-0100 Push Nut 3/8 736-0451 Saddle Washer .32 ID x .93 OD 720-0171 Crank Knob 736-0159...
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Model 24A-657E129 25 17 Ref. Part No. Part Description 14540B Engine Housing Brace Assembly 710-0607 Hex Self Tapping Screw 5/16 x .5 710-1260A Hex Screw 5/16-18 x .75 736-0170 Special L-Washer 5/16” x .88 OD 14541 Right Angle Bracket 710-0672 Hex Locking Bolt 5/16-24 x 1.25 710-0260 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62...
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD LLC does not extend any warranty for products respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the sold or exported outside of the United States, its United States, its possessions and territories.
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