Before starting, To start engine, To stop engine – MTD 24640-7 User Manual
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FIGURE 4
3. The hydraulic system takes 4-1/2 gallons of
low 30 HD only detergent oil. Fill the reservoir
tank to the bottom of the fill tube.
NOTE
You can not get all the oil in the
system until after the engine is run.
Replace the breather cap.
BEFORE STARTING
During initial break-in period, oil level should be
watched closely. See ENGINE MAINTENANCE.
Use MS classification oil. Do not use oils marked
only MM or ML or unmarked.
Above 32° use SAE 30; below 32° use SAE 10W.
These recommendations must be followed for best
performance and long life.
Change oil first two (2) hours of operation and
check oil level every five (5) operating hours or
each time equipment is used.
Change oil every twenty-five (25) operating hours
or sooner if equipment is operated in extremely
dusty of dirty conditions.
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NOTE
Carburetors are preset at the factory.
DO NOT attempt to make adjustments
at this time. See carburetor instructions
outlined under CARBURETOR AD
JUSTMENT.
FIGURE 5
TO START ENGINE
1.
Place control lever (on engine) in run position.
See figure 6.
2.
Move choke lever to CHOKE position. See
figure 7.
3.
Rewind starter-use quick full arm stroke. Keep
firm grip on handle and return rope slowly.
TO STOP ENGINE
1. Move control levertoSTOP position. See figure 6.
2.
Remove high tension wire from spark plug to
prevent accidental starting by children while
equipment is unattended.