Before starting, To start engine, To stop engine – MTD 249-640A User Manual
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BEFORE STARTING
During initial break-in period, oil level should be
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Jse MS classification oil. Do not use oils marked
only MM or ML or unmarked.
Above 32° use ASE 30; below 32° use SAE lOW.
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 or dirty conditions. See figure 17.
NOTE
Carburetors are preset at the factory.
DO NOT attempt to make adjustments
at this time. See carburetor
instructions outlined under CAR
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT.
TO START ENGINE
1.
Place control lever (on engine) in run position.
See figure 18.
2.
Move choke lever to CHOKE position. See
figure 19.
3.
Rewind starter—use quick full arm stroke. Keep
firm grip on handle and return rope slowly.
TO STOP ENGINE
1.
Move control lever to STOP position. See figure
18.
2.
Remove high tension wire from spark plug to
prevent accidental starting by children while
equipment is unattended.
FIGURE 17
FIGURE 19