Operation, Figure 11 – MTD 242-662-000 User Manual
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Flange On
k Air Duct Assembly
2. Attach the bag by slipping the top straps on the
bag over upper handle. Hook the two small straps
— over the stud pins on handle. See figure 9.
3. Slip the elastic opening of the bag over the air
duct assembly, making certain the elastic opening
is secured behind the flanges on all four sides of
— the air duct. See figure 10.
FIGURE 10.
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Service engine with gas and oil. See engine manuai
packed with vacuum for complete instructions for care
and maintenance of engine. Read directions carefully.
A
WARNING: Revolving blades — keep
hands away from all openings.
TO START ENGINE
After the engine has been properly fueled and oiled
(refer to engine operating and maintenance instruc
tions), start engine as follows.
1. Move throttle control lever on engine to FAST or
START position.
2. Crank engine by puiiing recoil starter with a quick,
firm stroke. Do not pull out so far the rope stops
with a jerk. Do not aliow rope and handie to snap
back into piace.
3. After two or three full firm pulls on recoil (or as
soon as engine fires), move throttle control to
RUN position.
TO STOP ENGINE
1. To stop engine, move throttle control lever to OFF
position.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to prevent
accidentai starting while equipment is un
attended.
TO EMPTY BAG
The bag may be emptied using the iarge zipper as
shown in figure 1
1. Be certain the zipper is closed
when operating the unit.
FIGURE 11.