MTD 110-127R000 - Manual (Page 9)

OPERATION
TO START ENGINE (Cent.)
C. To start a warm engine, priming is not usually
necessary. (If engine does not start afterthree pulls
of the starter, push primer 1 time using a full push).
• Hold operator presence control bar down to the
handle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow
starter rope to snap back.
• To "STOP" engine, release operator presence con­
trol bar.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to use 2
pushes and repeat priming steps between pulls. In
warmer weather over priming may cause flooding and
engine will not start. If you do flood engine wait a few
minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT repeat
priming steps.
MOWING TIPS
• Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it
may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce
pushing effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings.
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut.
• Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with
dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less
grass. Topreventthis, regularly hose catcheroff with
water and let dry before using.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATION
• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, air
filter, and check blade for wear. A new spark plug
and air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and
" helps your engine run better and last longer.
* Follow the Sen/ice Recommendation Schedule on
page 12.
MOWER
BLADE CARE
Your mower will work better with a sharp blade.
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CAUTION: DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE
FROMSPARKPLUG AND PLACEWIREWHEREIT
CANNOT COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SPARK
PLUG.
TO REMOVE BLADE (SEE FIG. 7):
• Turn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and
carburetor are up.
• Use a block of wood between blade and mower
housing to prevent blade from turning when bolt is
removed. Protect your hands with gloves and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.
• Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.
Use a 9/16" box or open-end wrench.
NOTE: Check the blade bolt lock washer at each
•^removal for damage and replace if necessary. The lock
Vasher should be replaced after every three (3) blade
removals to insure proper tightness.
TO REPLACE BLADE (SEE FIG. 7):
• Make sure key is in slot in crankshaft.
• Put blade adaptor on engine crankshaft.
• Fit blade in adaptor. Be sure trailing edge of blade is
up towards engine.
• Assemble retainer plate, lock washer (undamaged)
and blade bolt.
• Use block of wood to hold blade and tighten bolt
clockwise. The recommended torque is 35 - 40 ft.
lbs.
NOTE: The bolt used to secure the blade to engine is
specially heat treated. Do not substitute (See Repair
Parts).
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CAUTION: A LOOSE BLADE CAN BE DANGER­
OUS AND MAY MAKE THE ENGINE HARD TO
START.
Use only an original manufacturer's replacement blade to
get the best cutting results.