Mtd 769-01283C User Manual download pdf (Page 5)

5sectiOn 1 — iMpOrtant safe OperatiOn practices

and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have

stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it

against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed

the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe

operating speed of the engine.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,

transporting, and storage of this machine.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water

heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.

Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper

instructions on off-season storage.

If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,

etc. to protect the environment.

Do not modify engine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any

way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway

engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

with factory setting of engine governor.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal

EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)

are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and

may include the following emission control systems: Engine

Modification (EM) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

10.

Spark Arrestor

WARNING: This machine is equipped with an

internal combustion engine and should not be used

on or near any unimproved forest-covered,

brushcovered 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.

Average Useful Life

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission

(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),

this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60

hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy

a new machine or have the machine inspected annually by an

authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and

safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively.

Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

WARNING: Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

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