MTD 260 - Manual (Page 9)

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SECTION 6: CONTROLS
Figure 8
THROTTLE CONTROL
The throttle control is located on the left side of the
upper handle. It is used to regulate the engine
speed. See Figure 8.
WARNING: The throttle control cannot
be used to stop the engine.
NOTE: Your unit may be a constant speed engine,
which is set at full throttle for best performance. If
your unit is so equipped, no throttle control is
required.
RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter handle is attached to the handle
and is used to start the engine. See Figure 8.
BLADE CONTROL HANDLE
WARNING: This control mechanism is
a safety device. Never attempt to bypass
its operations.
The blade control handle is located on the upper
handle of the mower. See Figure 8. The blade
control handle must be depressed in order to
operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to
stop the engine and blade.
WARNING: The blade will be rotating
whenever the engine is running.
DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL
Squeezing the drive clutch control engages the drive
mechanism to the wheels. Releasing the clutch
control stops the wheels from driving. Release the
drive clutch control to slow down when negotiating
an obstacle, making a turn or stopping. See Figure
8.
SECTION 7: OPERATION
Warning: Keep hands and feet away
from the chute area on cutting deck.
Warning: The operation of any lawn
mower can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields. We recommend
wide vision safety mask for over spectacles
or standard safety glasses.
NOTE: For best results raise the cutting position
until it is determined which height is best for your
lawn. See cutting height adjustment section.
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your mower. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,
with engine running or until the engine has
been allowed to cool for at least two
minutes after running.
Throttle
Control
Blade Control
Handle
Control
Clutch
Drive
Recoil
Starter