MTD 113-011A - Manual (Page 11)

When replacing the blade, be sure to install the
blade with the side of the blade marked “Bottom”
(or with part number) facing the ground when the
mower is in the operating position.
Blade Mounting Torque
3/8" Dia. Bolt 375 in. lb. min., 450 in. lb. max.
5/16" Dia. Bolt 150 in. lb. min., 250 in. lb. max.
To insure safe operation of your unit, all nuts and
bolts must be checked periodically for correct
tightness.
DECK
The underside of mower deck should be cleaned
after each period of use as grass clippings, leaves,
dirt and other matter will accumulate. This ac­
cumulation of grass clippings, etc., is undesirable
as it will invite rust and corrosion and may cause
an uneven discharge of grass clippings at the next
cutting.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower for­
ward or on its side and scraping clean with a
suitable tool or by washing with a stream of water
from a garden hose.
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CAUTION
Do not direct the stream of water at
a hot engine as damage to the
engine may result.
AIR CLEANER
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extreme­
ly dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner
should be serviced.
To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate
engine manual packed with your unit.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap
reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each mowing
season; check engine manual for correct plug
type and gap specifications.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare
lawn mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as
described in the iubrication instructions.
2. Refer to engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
3. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis
grease to prevent rusting.
4. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
NOTE
The use of any accessory on this Rotary Mower
other than those manufactured by the mower
manufacturer is not recommended.
GRASS CATCHER Model 003 is available as optional equipment for the
mower shown in this manual.
i WARNING t
1. DO NOT operate the mower without the entire grass catcher or chute
deflector in place.
2. DO NOT operate the mower without the protective shield on the rear
of the deck in place.
NOTE
Under normal usage bag material is subject to wear and should be
checked periodically. Be sure any replacement bag complies with the
mower manufacturer’s recommendations.
For replacement bags, use only factory authorized replacement bag No.
764-0176.
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