MTD 111-080R000 THRU 111-089R000 - Manual (Page 10)

Control
Lever
On Engine
FIGURE 14A.—Briggs & Stratton Standard Engine
FIGURE 14B.—Tecumseh Engines
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
A WARNING: If any adjustments are made to
the engine whiie the engine is running (e.g.
carburetor), keep ciear of ali moving parts.
Be carefui of heated surfaces and nr uffier.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be requ red to
compensate for differences in fuel, tempe ature,
altitude and load.
To adjust carburetor, refer to the
separate engine manual packed with your mcwer.
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. Refer to the
separate engine manual.
LUBRICATION
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WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before clean­
ing, iubricating 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 15. The blade control
must operate freely in both directions.
Chute Deflector— The torsion spring and pivot point
should be lubricated periodically with light oil to pre­
vent any rust or binding. Deflector must work freely.
Wheels— Mower may be provided with ball bearing
wheels. Lubricate at least once a season with light oil.
Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner sur­
face of the wheel with light oil. A 4 oz. plastic bottle
of light oil lubricant is available. Order part number
737-0170. Engine oil may also be used.
Engine— Follow engine manual for lubrication in­
structions.
Throttle— Periodically lubricate throttle control lever
and throttle wire assembly with a few drops of light oil
for ease of operation.
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and
ground the spark plug wire before perform-
iing any repairs or maintenance.
NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and
keep engine spark plug side up.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Refer to page 16 of this manual for trouble shooting
information.
CUTTING BLADE
When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or
replacement, protect hands by using heavy gloves or
a rag to grasp the cutting blade. Remove the bolt and
bell washer which hold the blade and adapter to the
engine crankshaft. Remove the blade and adapter from
the crankshaft.
If the blade or blade adapter needs replacing, remove
the two small bolts, lock washers and nuts which hold
the blade to the adapter.
WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade
adapter for cracks, especially if you strike
a foreign object. Replace when necessary.
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