Controls And Features - MTD 12AE46JA001 Operator's Manual

Controls a nd Features
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Drive Controk Electric Start ignition Switch
Recoil Starter
Primer
Side Discharge
Chute
Cutting Height
Adjustment Levers
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BladeControl
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.
_ ARNING: This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
DriveControl
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.
Primer
The primer is located on the left side of the
engine, behind the air cleaner. Pressing the
primer forces fuel directly into the engine's
carburetor to aid in starting the engine.
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLevers
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.
MulchPlug
The mulch plug is used for mulching purposes. Instead of
collecting the grass clippings in a grass catcher or using the
side discharge chute, some mower models have the option
of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn. This is called
mulching.
SideDischargeChute
Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass
clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the
Assembly & Set-Up section to attach the side discharge chute.
_lb ARNING:
Keep hands and feet away from the
chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
on the unit.
ElectricStartIgnition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the left side of the handle panel.
It is used only for the electric starter.
RecoilStarter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.