MTD 070 Thru 088 - Manual (Page 3)

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5. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child
or hazard.
IV. SERVICE
1. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They
are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
a. Use only an approved container.
b. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is
running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before
refueling.
c. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled
gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or
explosion.
d. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of
ignition.
e. Never refuel machine indoors because flammable vapors
will accumulate in the area.
f. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame or spark such as a gas water heater,
space heater, or furnace.
2. Never run an engine inside a closed area.
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
OWNER’S
MANUAL
SAFETY LABEL
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Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to pre­
vent accidental starting.
Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for
damage (e.g., bent, cracked). Replace with blade which meets
original equipment specifications.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire
from the spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating the
mower.
Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment
while the engine is running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended
parts, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the
engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.
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WARNING
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the machine.
UNPACKING
TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON
1. Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to
open carton.
2. Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e.,
owner’s manual, etc.).
3. Cut along dotted lines and lay carton down flat.
4. Remove packing material.
5. Roll or slide unit out of carton. Check carton
thoroughly for loose parts.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
Pair of Pliers (Not necessary, but helpful).
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE
Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it
against the engine. See figure 1.
NOTE: On engines with a rubber boot, attach rubber
boot to a bolt on the engine to ground.
Spark Plug Wire
Vith Rubber Boot
Spark Plug
All Engines with
Rubber Boot
Spark
Plug
Wire
Briggs & Stratton Engines
Retaining
Post
Spark Plug Wire
Tecumseh Engines
FIGURE 1.—Grounding the Spark Plug Wire