Operation; Starting Engine; Stopping Engine - MTD 11A-A44E000 Operator's Manual

Operation
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Starting Engine
i_ WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator
is standing near the lawn mower while starting
engine or operating mower. Never run engine
indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving parts on
engine and lawn mower.
Refer to engine manual for help with the engine.
1. When starting the engine for the first time, push primer (if
equipped) five times. For all future starts, push the primer
three times. SeeFig. 5-1. Do not prime to restart a warm
engine.
NOTE: If you push the primer too many times, excessive
fuel will flood the engine and it will be difficult to start.
2. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
against upper handle. See Fig. 5-1.
3. Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil
starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous,
full arm stroke. See Figure 5-1. Keeping a firm grip on the
starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly. Repeat until
engine cranks. Let the rope rewind each time slowly.
Stopping Engine
1. Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.
l_ WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop completely
before performing any work on the mower or to
remove the grass catcher.
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Figure 5-1
UsingYourLawnMower
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.
WARNING: 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.
WARNING:
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.