Operation - MTD A00 Series Operator's Manual

Operation
Starting & Stopping Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator's manual packed with your lawn
mower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine.
UsingYour Lawn Mower
Be sure 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.
_lk ARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can
result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear
safety glasses while operating the mower, or while
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Usingas Mulcher
For mulching grass, remove the side discharge chute (if
equipped) or the grass catcher (if equipped) and allow the rear
discharge door (if equipped) to close the rear opening of mower.
For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has
been allowed to grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not
recommended. Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead.
UsingGrass Catcher(if Equipped)
You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are
operating the mower.
1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the
"Assembly & Set-Up" section. Grass clippings will
automatically collect in bag as you run mower. Operate
mower till grass bag is full.
2. Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control.
Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop.
3. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from
the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass
clippings and reinstall the bag when complete.
_ ARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the
engine. Remove wire from the spark plug,
thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and
repair damage before restarting and operating.
Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an
indication of damage. The unit should be promptly
inspected and repaired.