MTD warranty Rotary Mower Model 44M, MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio, 10/13/2006

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

21” Rotary Mower — Model 44M

IMPORTANT

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

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FORM NO. 769-02768

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

10/13/2006

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Contents MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio Rotary Mower Model 44M10/13/2006 Finding and Recording Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Slope Gauge General Operation ChildrenYour Responsibility Slope Operation ServiceSetup Adjustment Cutting Height AdjustmentsGrass catcher Know Your Lawn Mower Operating Your Lawn MowerUsing Your Lawn Mower Using as MulcherUsing Grass Catcher Starting EngineMaintaining Your Lawn Mower Changing the Belt Blade CareSonal injury Problem Cause Remedy Trouble ShootingSafety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower Off Season Storage Safety LabelsOff-Season Storage Do not choke carburetor to stop engine Cm below lowest portion of neck to allow for fuel expansionInternational Symbols and Meanings Safety Label LocationRunning engine produces Grass, brush, etc., can Catch fireOperating Your Engine Ambient TemperatureKnow Your Engine Pre-Operation CheckCheck Fuel Level Check Oil LevelStarting The Engine Stopping The EngineMaintaining Your Maintenance ScheduleSpark Plug Service Air Cleaner ServiceMaintaining Your Engine Never use gasolineAccumulation Clean EngineStorage Removing From StoragePage Wave Tread Model 44MTo order replacement Parts, contact Or visit Parts ListDescription Engine 1P70 Illustrated Parts List MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage EPA-1 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio 44136-0019 Phone MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for