MTD 260 Thru 279 manual

Models: 260 Thru 279

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MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYOPERATOR’S MANUAL 22” Self-Propelled Mower Model Series 260 ThruContent TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBER CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORTGeneral Operation SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESChildren ServiceGeneral Service Slope OperationNOTE Not all safety labels shown may apply to your lawn mower APOWERPOLE SECTION 2 SLOPE GAUGERemoving Unit From Carton Disconnecting Spark Plug WireSetting Up Your Lawn Mower SECTION 3 ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWEREngine Controls Installing Mulching Baffle Model 260 SeriesSECTION 4 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Removing Chute Retainer Models 260 SeriesGas and Oil Fill-Up Cutting Height Adjustment LeversSECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Stopping EngineMulching Using Your Lawn MowerCutting Height Adjustment Starting EngineGeneral Recommendations Handle Height AdjustmentEngine Adjustments Customer ResponsibilitiesEngine MaintenanceCutting Blade Removal, Replacement, and Sharpening LubricationOff-Season Storage Drive Belt Removal And ReplacementRemedy SECTION 8 TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem CausePage Model Series 260 thru 1. 747-1214 Drive Control Handle 2. 747-1161A Blade Control Handle Model Series 260 thruPart Description Model Series 260 thruPage MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR