MTD 838 Table of Contents, Finding and Recording Model Number, Customer Support, Slope Gauge

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare, and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Table of Contents

Slope Gauge	3	Troubleshooting	................................................ 14
Safe Operation Practices	4	Safety Labels	15
Setup and Adjustment	6	Parts List	16
Operating Your Lawn Mower	8	Warranty	Back Cover
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower	10

Finding and Recording Model Number

BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the infor- mation to the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating posi- tion and looking down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer.

Model Number Serial Number

TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 361131 www.troybilt.com CLEVELAND, OH 44136 330-558-7220 866-840-6483

Customer Support

Please DO NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first

contacting Customer Support.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

1.Visit www.troybilt.com

2.Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1-866-840-6483.

3.The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifica- tions, warranty, and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information.

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