MTD 260 User Manual

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Figure 13

If adjustment is necessary, loosen the screw
which secures the cable bracket tot the upper
handle.

Slide the cable bracket up or down as
necessary.

Check the spring length as instructed in step
one.

Tighten the screw when correct adjustment is

reached.

If additional adjustment is needed, fhook the
cable into the higher hole in the drive clutch
control handle. See figure 15. Then readjust the
cable at the cable bracket.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING:

If any adjustments are

made to the engine while the engine is
running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated

surfaces and muffler.

Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load. To adjust carburetor, refer to the
separate engine manual packed with your mower.

NOTE:

A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to

run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and
attached to the carburetor before adjusting
carburetor.

SECTION 9: LUBRICATION

WARNING:

Always stop engine and

disconnect spark plug wire before
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn mower.

Blade Control:

Lubricate the pivot points on the

blade control handle and the brake cable at least
once a season with light oil. See Figure 14. The
blade control must operate freely in both directions.

Drive Clutch Control:

Lubricate the pivot

points on the Drive Clutch Control handle and the
spring on the cable at least once a season with light
oil. Figure 14.

Discharge Chute:

The torsion springs and pivot

points should be lubricated periodically with light oil
to prevent any rust or binding. Door must work
freely.

Wheels:

The wheels require no lubrication.

However, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner
surface of the wheel with light oil. Engine oil may
also be used.

Engine:

Follow engine manual for lubrication

instructions.

Figure 14

2-1/4”

Bracket

Cable

Plastic Fitting

Z-End of Cable

in Lower Hole

Adjustment

Hole

Blade Control

Drive

Clutch

Control

Discharge

Chute

Engine

Wheels