User manual MTD OEM-190-103

[. . . ] Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the Accessory Part #753-05297 Spark Arrestor Kit. Please read these instructions before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. [. . . ] NOTE: Do not rest the Bump Head™ on the ground while the unit is running. 7 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs with unit running. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. In order to assure peak performance of your engine, inspection of the engine exhaust port may be necessary after 50 hours of operation. If you notice lost RPM, poor performance or general lack of acceleration, this service may be required. If you feel your engine is in need of this inspection, refer service to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer for repair. DO NOT attempt to perform this process yourself as engine damage may result from contaminants involved in the cleaning process for the port. FREQUENCY Before starting engine Every 10 hours 1st change at 10 hours 2nd change at 25 hours Every 25 hours after 10 hours on new engine Every 25 hours Every 25 hours MAINTENANCE REQUIRED Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel Check oil Clean and re-oil air filter Change oil Change oil Clean spark arrestor Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check spark plug condition and gap 3. Hold the outer spool, and unscrew the bump knob counterclockwise (Fig. Remove any debris or grass from the knob, spring, inner reel and foam seal. If the oil level is not touching the inner most thread on the oil fill hole, add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole and recheck (Fig. Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the inner most thread on the oil fill hole. NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug when checking and changing the oil (Fig. To clean the shaft underneath the plunger, press down on the plunger (Fig. 9 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation. Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container by tipping the unit to a vertical position (Fig. Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil that may have spilled. NOTE: Use the bottle and spout saved from initial use to measure the correct amount of oil. NOTE: If the unit is operated without the air filter, you will VOID the warranty. [. . . ] € Any manufacturer approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair of emission related parts and will be provided without charge to the owner. Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance or durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repair and will not reduce the warranty obligations of the manufacturer • The following components are included in the emission related warranty of the engine, air filter, carburetor, primer, fuel lines, fuel pick up/ fuel filter, ignition module, spark plug and muffler. 17 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC (“Troy-Bilt”) with respect with new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship 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 material or workmanship. [. . . ]