MTD 245-596-000 - Manual (Page 2)

INDEX
Safe Operation Practices
Assembly Instructions . .
Operation ..........................
Adjustments......................
Lubrication........................
3 Maintenance .................................................................. 8
4 Off-Season Storage....................................................... 9
7 Troube Shooting Chart.................................................. .. . 9
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Illustrated Parts............................................................ 10
8 Replacement Parts List...............................................11
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LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of original retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either
repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any
part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Transportation charges for
the movement of any power equipmsnt unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur­
chaser. Transportation charges for my parts submitted for replacement under this waran-
ty must be paid by the purchaser un ess such return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.
This warranty will not apply to an^ part which has become inoperative due to misuse, ex­
cessive use, accident, neglect, imp oper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit has
been operated and maintained inaccordance with the instructions furnished. This warranty
does not apply to the engine, moto", battery, battery charger or component parts thereof.
Please refer to the applicable manufc cturer's warranty on these items.
This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially.
Warranty service is available througi your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If
you do not know the dealer or distri butor in your area, please write to the Customer Service
Department of MTD.
The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written per­
mission has been extended by MTD.
This warranty gives you specific lejal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
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AC WARNING {
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covere f land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws ( if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code),
Other states may have similar laws. Federal la vs apply on federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at
your nearest engine authorized service center.