Table Des Matières; Service Information; Introduction; California Proposition 65 Warning - MTD Yard Machines MCT333707 Manuel De L'utilisateur

THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern
outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful
service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.
This operator's manual provides you with easy-to-
understand operating instructions. Read the whole
manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new
outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS
AND SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this
manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2004 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights
Reserved.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
period should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
For service call 1-800-345-8746 in the United States, or
1-800-668-1238 in Canada to obtain a list of authorized
service dealers near you. For more details about your
unit, visit our website at www.yardmachines.com.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any
questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer
Support Department.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR
WARRANTY SERVICE.
Make sure you carefully read and understand this manual
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S.
PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
Before beginning, locate the unit's model plate. It lists
the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the
sample plate below and copy the information for future
reference.
S/N :
Copy the model and parent
part number here:
Copy the serial number
2

INTRODUCTION

MODEL :
ITEM :
here:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Oil and Fuel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting / Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .11
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover
SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states
of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S.
Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources
Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require,
by law that certain internal combustion engines operated
on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped
with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working
order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and main-
tained for the prevention of fire. 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. This unit is factory
equipped with a spark arrestor. If it requires replace-
ment, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the
Accessory Part #182747 Spark Arrestor Kit.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.