Tips On Lawn Care; Transport; Servicing/Cleaning - MTD products Cub Cadet LM2 Notice D'instructions

Operating instructions – Lawnmower with IC engine
Insert mulch key

(depending on model).
Lower the ejection flap.

Note
Models with integrated mulching
function do not require a separate
mulch key – a specially shaped rear
flap assumes this function (fig. 8B).
Changing appliances over to
side discharge
(depending on model)
If fitted:

Remove grass catcher and lower
the rear discharge flap.
Lift impact protection/mulch lock

and attach side discharge (fig. 9).
After finishing work
Remove the ignition key (if used).

Wait until all moving parts have

come to a complete stop and
the engine has cooled down.
Turn off the fuel tap (if fitted – see

engine manual).
Disconnect the spark plug

terminal on the engine.
Empty grass catcher.
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For appliances with electric starter:
Recharge accumulator for

10 hours.
Note
Leave engine to cool down before
placing the mower in an enclosed
space.

Tips on lawn care

Here are some tips to help you
keep your lawn looking healthy and
ensure uniform growth.
Mowing
A lawn is made up of various
different types of grass. If you mow
your lawn frequently, those types of
grass which form strong roots and
a firm turf surface will grow better.
If you only rarely cut the grass, you
will encourage the development of
high-growing types of grass and
other weeds, such as clover and
daisies.
The normal height of a lawn is
approx. 4–5 cm. Only
height should be mown; therefore
cut 7–8 cm long grass to normal
height.
Preferably do not cut the lawn
shorter than 4 cm, otherwise the
turf will be damaged in a dry period.
If the grass has grown particularly
high (e.g. during a holiday period),
cut it back to its normal height in
stages.
When mowing, always overlap the
mown swaths slightly.
Mulching (using the
accessories)
During mowing the grass is cut into
small pieces (approx. 1 cm) and is
left on the ground. A lot of the
nutrients in the cut grass are
retained for the benefit of the lawn.
For the best possible result the
grass must always be kept short,
see also section "Mowing".
Observe the following mulching
instructions:
– Do not mow wet grass.
– Never mow more than 2 cm.
– Drive slowly.
– Use the maximum engine speed.
– Regularly clean the cutter deck.
Transporting
Short distances by hand
!
Danger
Solid objects may be hit/propelled
by the rotating cutter deck causing
damage.
First stop the engine before moving
it over surfaces other than grass.
When using a vehicle
!
Danger
Before transportation, always stop
the engine and leave to cool down.
Remove spark-plug terminal.
The mower must not be tilted when
it is transported.
When transporting the scarifier in
or on a vehicle, ensure that it does
not move around unintentionally.
Empty the fuel tank before
transporting the device. The filler
cap must be closed tightly.
Appliances with collapsible bars:
Fig. 10
1
/ of the total
3
The steering handle can be

folded down to facilitate storage.

Servicing/cleaning

!
Danger
To protect against injury before all
work on the device
– switch off the engine,
– Remove the ignition key (if used),
– wait until all moving parts have
come to a complete stop and
the engine has cooled down,
– remove the spark plug connector
on the engine to prevent the
engine from being accidentally
started,
– which takes into account
additional safety information in
the engine manual.
!
Danger
To protect against injury from the
cutters, have a specialist garage
perform all work such as replacing
or regrinding the cutters (special
tools required).
Caution
When tilting the unit, always ensure
that the spark plug is face up to
prevent fuel or oil damaging the
engine.
Note
Regular care ensures a long
service life and fault-free operation.
Inadequate maintenance of your
appliance may lead to safety-
related defects.
Maintenance
Caution
Observe the servicing instructions
in the engine manual. At the end of
the season, have the mower
inspected and serviced by a
specialist workshop.
Any repairs as well as the
replacement of defective
accumulators or defective fuses
may be carried out by a specialist
workshop only.
Caution
Environmental hazard caused by
engine oil.
After changing the oil, take the
waste oil to a waste oil collecting
point or to a waste disposal
company.
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