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MTD 440 Thru E459 manual 2631, Models 440 Thru E450 Series, Electric Start 8Optional

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MTD 440 Thru E459 manual 2631, Models 440 Thru E450 Series, Electric Start 8Optional

Contents

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO Operator’s ManualModel Series 440 Thru E459TABLE OF CONTENTS FINDING MODEL NUMBERCALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT ContentSECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES GENERAL OPERATIONSERVICE SLOPE OPERATIONDO NOT CHILDRENTo reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing SECTION 2 SLOPE GAUGE Disconnecting Spark Plug SECTION 3 UNPACKINGSECTION 4 ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER Removing Unit From CartonGrass Catcher Assembly Attaching Starter RopeSOFT GRASS BAG Assemble soft grass bag as followsHARDTOP GRASS BAG Parts for Hardtop Grass BagAssemble hardtop grass bag as follows Attaching Grass Catcher Removing the Grass CatcherOptional Chute Deflector Attaching Chute DeflectorSECTION 5 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Recoil StarterPrimer Blade Control HandleCharging the Battery Electric Start Ignition Switch If EquippedSECTION 6 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Gas And Oil Fill-UpUsing Your Lawn Mower Adjusting Cutting HeightStarting Engine Stopping EngineCleaning Mower Engine MaintenanceSECTION 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER LubricationSECTION 8 SERVICE AND MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Battery Pack ReplacementBlade Care To Remove BladeAdjusting Drive Clutch Control In-line Fuse Electric Start OnlyReplacing Drive Belt NOTE Torque center hex bolt to between 450 and 600 in. lbsAdjusting Handle Height Adjusting CarburetorAdjusting Cutting Height To tighten cable Adjustment Wheel To loosen cableStorage Of The Battery MowerEngine OtherPROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSECORRECTIVE ACTION SECTION 10 TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDESECTION 11 PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 440 THRU E450 SERIES SEE ENGINEMANUAL 4442Models 440 Thru E450 Series † If EquippedModels 440 Thru E450 Series Models 440 Thru E450 Series IMPORTANT For a proper working machine, use factory approved parts2631 Models 440 Thru E450 SeriesElectric Start 8Optional Models 440 Thru E450 Series DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTION SECTION 12 ENGINE SHROUDS MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR