Bolens 979 manual OPERATOR’S Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

21” Self-Propelled

Mower

Model Number

979

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-10075B.fm

(10/00)

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation ServiceChildren Page Slope Gauge Setting Up Your Lawn Mower Disconnecting Spark Plug WireAssembling Your Lawn Mower Removing Unit From CartonStopping Engine Know Your Lawn MowerOperating Your Lawn Mower Attaching The Grass Bag MulchingAttaching Side Discharge Chute Emptying the Grass BagHandle Height Adjustment Cutting Height AdjustmentDrive Clutch Control Adjustment Shift Lever Cable AdjustmentGeneral Recommendations Customer Responsibilities Engine AdjustmentsCutting Blade Removal, Replacement, and Sharpening MaintenanceLubrication EngineDrive Belt Removal and Replacement Control Storing your Lawn MowerArm Problem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingPage Model 747-0824 Control Handle Part DescriptionModel 25 -0807 Spacer .385 ID x .624 OD 782-0568 Page Page MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for