User manual MTD 190-192-000

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual Triple Bagger Kit Models 190-190-100 & 190-192-190 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered 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). A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P. O. [. . . ] Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine. Disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting in reverse. The “No-Cut-In Reverse” feature emphasizes not to cut in reverse and to avoid back-over accidents; do not defeat it. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Children 1. Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy, do not mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit on that area. Do: 1. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. [. . . ] Figure 5 Lock Nut Remove this chute stop Carriage Bolt A B Install this chute stop WARNING: The hex flange nut has a righthanded thread pattern. Do not attempt to force the nut in an incorrect direction; it may damage the nut and create a safety hazard. • Place a new blade on top of the outer blade spindle so that side of the blade with part number faces the ground when the mower is in the operating position. Secure with the hex flange nut removed earlier. Use a torque wrench to tighten the hex flange nut between 70 to 90 foot-pounds. [. . . ]