SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your tiller. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start to prepare your tiller for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operators Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department.
•Every tiller has a model plate. You can locate it by standing in the operating position behind the unit and looking down at the center of the rear tine cover.
•The model plate will look like Figure 2.
This is where your model number will be.
XXX-X-XXX-X-XXX XXXXXXXXXXX
This is where your serial number will be.
Copy the model number here:
MTD PRODUCTS INC Copy the serial number here:
CLEVELAND , OHIO 44136
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SECTION 3: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. You can reach them by calling:
Before you call, make sure that you have both your model and serial number ready. By having the model and serial number ready, you help the Customer Support Representative give you faster service. To find your units model and serial number, see SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER.
SECTION 4: 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 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.
6.Extend control cable and lay on the floor. Be careful not to bend or kink control cable.
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.
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