MTD warranty Rotary Mower Model 26M, MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio, 10/12/2006

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

22” Rotary Mower — Model 26M

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

FORM NO. 769-02298B

10/12/2006

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Contents MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio Rotary Mower Model 26M10/12/2006 Finding and Recording Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Slope Gauge General Operation ChildrenYour Responsibility Slope Operation ServiceHandle in the higher height position Setup AdjustmentSlowly pull starter rope out of engine Rope guide Setup as follows in FigureSlip starter rope into the rope guide Tighten rope guide wing nutKnow Your Lawn Mower Operating Your Lawn MowerUsing as Mulcher Using Your Lawn MowerStarting Engine Stopping EngineMaintaining Your Lawn Mower Blade Care Break causing per Sonal injuryBelt Care Problem Cause Remedy Trouble ShootingOff-Season Storage Off Season Storage Safety LabelsDo not choke carburetor to stop engine Cm below lowest portion of neck to allow for fuel expansionInternational Symbols and Meanings Safety Label LocationOperating Your Engine Ambient TemperatureKnow Your Engine Pre-Operation CheckStarting The Engine Check Oil LevelStopping The Engine Fuel RecommendationsMaintaining Your Maintenance ScheduleSpark Plug Service Air Cleaner ServiceMaintaining Your Engine Never use gasolineAccumulation Clean EngineStorage Removing From StoragePage Model 26M Description Parts ListEngine 1P65 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