MTD 111-614R000 - Manual (Page 5)

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BEFORE STARTING
1. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened secureiy over
the metai tip on the spark piug. See figure 4.
Metal Loop
on Spark
Plug Wire
FIGURE 4.
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Rubber Boot
Open fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped). Refer to
separate engine manual.
Before each use, check for proper drive clutch
operation by performing the foilowing before start­
ing the engine:
With the drive clutch control released, push mower
forward. It should move freely. Pull mower
backward. It should move freely.
If it does not and the rear wheels tend to lock up,
the clutch may not be releasing completely. Do not
start the engine until corrections have been made.
Check the control cable for severe bend, kinks and
binding, or grass build-up in the pulley groove. Cor­
rect and adjust as required.
TO START ENGINE AND ENGAGE BLADE
WARNING: When starting self-propelled
units for the first time, face the mower
against a soiid object such as a wall, fence,
etc. Start the unit, and if it shows any signs
of motion with the drive ciutch control
disengaged, shut the engine off im­
mediately.
Move throttle control lever all the way forward.
Standing behind the unit, depress the blade con­
trol handle and hold it against the upper handle
as shown. See figure 5.
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FIGURE 5.—Self-Propelled Model Shown
3. Grasp the recoil starter handle and pull back rapid­
ly, extending rope fully. Return it slowly to the rope
guide.
4. After engine starts, rnove throttle control to desired
engine speed.
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the
Trouble Shooting Guide on page 16.
TD STDP ENGINE AND BLADE
1. Move throttle control lever to SLOW position.
2. Release the blade control handle to stop the
engine and blade.
A WARNING: The blade continues to rotate
for a few seconds after the engine is shut
off.
3. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it
against the engine to prevent accidental starting
while equipment is unattended.
USING YDUR RDTARY MDWER
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WARNING: Never operate your unit without
either the rear chute door or entire grass
catcher assembly in place.
Be sure that 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.
For the best results, do not cut wet grass because it
tends to stick to the underside of the mower, prevent­
ing proper bagging of grass clippings, and could cause
you to slip and fall. New grass, thick grass or wet grass
may require a narrower cut. Blade speed should be ad­
justed to the condition of the lawn.
For best results, cut off one-third or less of the total
length of the grass. Lawn should be cut in the fall as
long as there is growth.
This mower is designed to be operated at full throttle
to give you the best cut and do the most effective job
of bagging the cut grass.
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WARNING: If you strike a foreign object,
stop the engine. Remove wire from spark
plug, thoroughly inspect the mower for
any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the mower. Exten­
sive vibration of the mower during opera­
tion is an indication of damage. The unit
shouid be promptiy inspected and
repaired.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Do not at any time make any
adjustment to lawn mower without first
stopping engine and disconnecting spark
piug wire.