MTD 769-09991E Mode D'emploi page 12

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6 PTO lever
The PTO lever mechanically switches the cutter
deck on and off.
Switch off the cutter deck
= Press lever out of recess and pull all the way
backwards.
Switch on the cutter deck
= Slowly press lever forwards and engage in
recess.
7 Ignition lock (depending on model)
Ignition lock
Fig. 5a
Starting: Turn key to the right
running, then release. Key is turned to
Stopping: Turn the key to the left, to
Ignition lock with OCR function (depending on
model)
Fig. 5b
This is an ignition lock with OCR function (= us-
er-controlled mowing in reverse).
Starting: Turn key to the right
running, then release. The key at
allows mowing in the drive direction.
OCR position: Turn key to left from the normal
position to reverse mowing position
press the switch (1). The indicator light (2) comes
on and indicates to the user that the device can
now mow in reverse and forward gear.
Stopping: Turn the key to the left, to
8 Throttle
Set engine speed continuously.
Fast engine speed =
Slow engine speed =
9 Choke (depending on model)
To start a cold engine, pull the choke (9a) or set
the throttle to position
10 Fuel cap
Refuel
11 Oil filler neck
Fill up the oil and check the oil level
12 Battery
13 Grass catcher
Pick up cuttings.
14 Discharge chute
Convey cuttings to the grass catcher.
15 Can holder
16 Hitch (depending on model)
Cannot be used unless grass catcher removed.
Operation
Follow the instructions in the engine handbook!
Danger
Risk of injury
No person, especially children, and/or animals
should be allowed to stand close to the mower while
it is in use. They could be injured by stones or simi-
lar objects that might be thrown out.
Children must never be allowed to operate the
mower.
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until the engine is
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until the engine is
(normal)
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(9b).
Be particularly careful when mowing in reverse gear
(devices with OCR switch). There must be nobody in
the working area of the mower.
Never empty the grass catcher attachment while the
cutter deck is running.
While emptying the grass catcher attachment, you or
other persons may be injured by ejected clippings.
When mowing on steep slopes, there is a risk of the
mower tipping over and you could be injured as a
result. Do not drive across the face of a slope, but
only straight up and down. The device should not
be driven on slopes with a maximum incline greater
than 20%. Do not turn the mower round while you
are still on the slope. If the ground is wet the mower
could slip due to reduced traction and overturn. Only
cut the grass when the ground is dry.
Excessive speed can increase the risk of an
accident.
When mowing closed to the lawn edges, maintain
a safe distance at all times e.g. close to particularly
steep slopes, trees, bushes and hedges.
Pay particular attention when you are travelling in
reverse while mowing at the same time.
Inspect the ground on which the device is going to
and
be used and remove any loose objects that could be
picked up and thrown out again by the device.
If the cutter strikes a foreign object (e.g. stone) or if
the mower starts vibrating unusually:
Immediately switch off the engine. Before continuing
to use the device, have it checked for damage by a
specialist workshop
When rotary mowing, never stand in front of the
grass discharge openings.
Never place your hands or feet on or under rotating
parts.
Switch off the engine and remove the ignition key
and the spark-plug connector before loosening
obstructions or removing blockages from the dis-
charge channel.
Do not use the mower in adverse weather condi-
tions, e.g. if there is a risk of rain or a storm.
Danger of carbon monoxide asphyxiation
Run the internal combustion engine outdoors only.
Danger of explosion and risk of fire
Petrol vapour is explosive and petrol itself is
extremely flammable.
Fill up will petrol before you start the engine. Do not
remove the fuel cap while the engine is running or
if it is still hot. Fill the fuel tank only after the engine
has been switched off and allowed to cool down.
Prevent naked flames and spark formation, and do
not smoke. Only refuel the device outside.
Do not start the engine if any petrol has been spilt.
Push the device away from the area where the
petrol was spilt and wait until the petrol fumes have
evaporated.
To prevent a fire hazard, keep the following parts
free from grass and leaking oil: Engine, exhaust, fuel
tank.
Operation