MTD 216 KW Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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SECTION 3: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
7/16" and 1/2" wrench or socket
Motor Oil (SAE 10W30)
•Fresh Gasoline
IMPORTANT:
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL (unless carton is marked as “audit
machine”) in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual before operating your mower.
NOTE:
Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.
SET-UP YOUR LAWN MOWER
Follow steps 1 through 10 to set up your lawn mower.
Step 1. Remove grass bag from unit and set it
out of the way.
Step 2. Remove lower handle retaining hardware
(Left and Right Lower Handle). See Step
3 for location. Lift upper handle. Align it
with lower handle.