User manual MTD 15HP Z-FORCE 44

[. . . ] 769-00062. fm (1/02) TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Slope Gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Know Your Lawn Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] If the grass catcher is full, air does not flow through it allowing the sail to fall. So the position of the sail acts as a bag-fill indicator signifying when to empty the grass bag. Blade Control Handle The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Never attempt to bypass its operations. Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the Adjustment Section in this manual. See Figure 7. 8 Blade Control Handle Recoil Starter Drive Clutch Control Engine Controls See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine. Stopping Engine • • Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to the post on the engine. Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Figure 7 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Towards Better Mower Performance 1. Pour fresh, clean gasoline into the mower’s gas tank until the tank is full. Make sure to connect the mower’s spark plug wire before trying to start the engine. Locate the primer decal near the primer bulb on the engine, and read its instruction. Using your thumb, press the primer bulb slowly as many times as the decal advises. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. For best results, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower, preventing proper discharge of grass clippings, and could cause you to slip and fall. For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-third of the total length of the grass. This mower is designed to be operated at full throttle to give you the best cut and do the most effective job of mowing or mulching. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired. Here Figure 8 Emptying Grass Bag • • • Release the blade control handle to shut off engine. Dump the grass clippings. 10 Lift Lift Pull Push Lift Figure 11 Attaching Side Discharge (If Equipped) Follow the steps below to install the side discharge chute: • For the correct orientation see Figure 12. This side up Figure 9 Attaching Mulching Plug Follow the steps below to install the mulching plug: • For the correct orientation when installing see Figure 10. This side up Figure 12 • Raise the rear discharge door and remove the grass bag or mulch plug if installed. See Figure 13. Lift Hang This side down Figure 10 • Lift the rear discharge door and remove the grass bag, if installed. [. . . ] 81. * If Equipped 19 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Cub Cadet LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Cub Cadet LLC for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. [. . . ]