MTD 111-902A - Manual (Page 10)

FIGURE 13.
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be cleaned (see figure 12)
and the gap reset to a 0.030-inch clearance once a
season (see figure 13). Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each mowing
season; check engine manual for correct plug
type.
NOTE
Whenever the spark plug is removed
for cleaning, it is advisable to
replace the spark plug gasket with a
new gasket.
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 lubrication instructions.
2. Refer to Engine Section for correct engine
storage instructions.
3. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis
grease to prevent rusting.
4. Place blocks under deck to raise tires clear of
floor.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
HANDLE STORAGE
The handle may be placed in an upright position
for storage.
Move the hairpin cotters to the outer hole on weld
pins. See figure 1. Press inward on the bottom of
the lower handle and push forward. The handle
will lock in this position.
Reverse the above procedure to place the handle
in the operating position.
USING YOUR ROTARY
MOWER
For the best results do not cut wet grass because
it tends to stick to the underside of the mower,
thus preventing proper discharge of grass clip­
pings. If wet grass must be cut, reduce walking
speed to help distribute the clippings more effec­
tively.
New grass should be treated as wet grass, other­
wise a normal walking speed is about the right
pace for efficient mowing.
The best mowing pattern is one that allows the
clippings to discharge towards the uncut part of
the lawn. This permits recutting of the clippings
to further pulverize them. When cutting high
weeds, discharge towards cut portion, then recut
at right angles to first direction.
Lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is
growth.
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