MTD 414 Series User manual

Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
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). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester
for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
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READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
IMPORTANT
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
21” Rotary Mower — Model 414
3/28/2005
FORM NO. 769-01468

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Finding and Recording Model Number
Model Number Serial Number
Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was
purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.
Table of Contents
BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
information to the sample model plate provided to the right.
You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating
position and looking down at the rear of the deck . This
information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web
site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support
Department or an authorized service dealer.
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Customer Support
Slope Gauge ....................................................... 3
Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4
Setup and Adjustment ....................................... 6
Operating Your Lawn Mower .............................. 8
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower ......................... 10
Trouble Shooting .............................................. 12
Safety Labels .................................................... 13
Parts List ........................................................... 14
Warranty ............................................................ 16
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this
unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
1. Visit mtdproducts.com. Click on the Service & Support menu option.
2. Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 [phone].
3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifica-
tions, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with
your unit, for more information.

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Slope
Gauge
WARNING
Do not mow on inclines
with a slope in excess
of 15 degrees (a rise
of approximately
2-1/2 feet every 10
feet). A riding mower
could overturn and
cause serious injury.
If operating a walk-
behind mower on such
a slope, it is extremely
difficult to maintain your
footing and you could
slip, resulting in serious
injury.
Operate RIDING
mowers up and down
slopes, never across
the face of slopes.
Operate
WALK-BEHIND
mowers across the
face of slopes, never
up and down slopes.
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your lawn mower on such slopes.

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Safe
Operation
Practices Children
Tragic accidents can occur if operator is not alert to presence
of children. Children are often attracted to mower and mowing
activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under watchful
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down
for small children.
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
your vision of a child who may run into the mower.
5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can
suffer burns from a hot muffler.
6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power
mower. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand operation instructions and safety rules in this
manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
General Operation
1. Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before
attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand,
and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before operation. Be completely familiar with
the controls and the proper use of this machine before
operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. This machine is a precision piece of power equipment,
not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all
times. Your unit has been designed to perform one job: to
mow grass. Do not use it for any other purpose.
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand the instructions in this manual and should
be trained and supervised by a parent. Only responsible
individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe
operation should be allowed to use this machine.
4. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys
and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or
picked up and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can
cause serious personal injury. Plan your mowing pattern
to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction, which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
stay in operator zone behind handles and keep children,
bystanders, helpers and pets at least 75 feet from mower
while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters
area.
6. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during opera-
tion and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect
your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious
injury to the eyes.
7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting
slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and
legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate
this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light-weight
(e.g. canvas) shoes.
8. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under cutting
deck. Contact with blade can amputate hands and feet.
9. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade
contact or thrown object injuries.
10. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled
over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping.
Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; release the
handle immediately.
11. Never pull the mower back toward you while you are
walking. If you must back the mower away from a wall or
obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping and
then follow these steps:
a. Step back from mower to fully extend your arms.
b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way
toward you.
d. Repeat these steps as needed.
12. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
13. Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on units so
equipped while starting engine.
14. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt
to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device
inoperative and may result in personal injury through
contact with the rotating blade. The blade control handle
must operate easily in both directions and automatically
return to the disengaged position when released.
15. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal
injury. If you feel you are losing your footing, release the
blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop
rotating within three seconds.
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never run.
17. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
18. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions which, if
not followed, could
endanger the personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this
manual before at-
tempting to operate
this machine. Failure
to comply with these
instructions may result
in personal injury. When
you see this symbol.
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

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19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog-
ging the chute.
The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after
the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in
the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped
rotating.
20. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge
cover, grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety
protective devices in place and working. Never operate
mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can
result in personal injury.
21. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
22. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by
manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
23. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgment. Contact your dealer for
assistance. Telephone [phone] for the name of your
nearest dealer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which
can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, 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, do not mow it.
Do:
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which
can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your
balance, release the blade control handle immediately, and
the blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds.
Do Not:
1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, you
could lose your footing or balance.
2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on
the slope gauge.
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause
slipping.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can
occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes,
which can ignite.
2. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
3. Use only an approved gasoline container.
4. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before filling.
5. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel
such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
6. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
8. Never fuel machine indoor because flammable vapors will
accumulate in the area.
9. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine is hot or
running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before
refueling.
10. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch
below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion.
11. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
12. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting
engine.
13. Never store the machine or fuel container near an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
14. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves,
or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and
remove any fuel soaked debris.
15. Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
General Service:
1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for
damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the
original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed
in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety!”
4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition.
6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper opera-
tion regularly.
7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, discon-
nect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the
damage before starting and operating the mower.
8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment
while the engine is running.
9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail
shield are subject to wear and damage which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety
protection, frequently check components and replace im-
mediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.)
parts only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do
not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety!”
10. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-rev the
engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating
speed of the engine.
11. Maintain or replace safety labels, as necessary.
12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper
disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment.
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Safe
Operation
Practices
WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions, which if
not followed, could
endanger the personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this man-
ual before attempting to
operate this machine.
Failure to comply with
these instructions may
result in personal injury.
When you see this
symbol.
HEED IT’S WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.

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Setup and
Adjustment
1. Remove any packing material which may be between
upper and lower handles.
a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in
Step 1. Make certain the lower handle is seated
securely into the handle mounting brackets.
b. Tighten hand knobs securing upper handle to
lower handle. Make sure that each carriage bolt is
seated properly in the handle.
2. Locate hairpin clip in one hole on the weld pin on each
side of lower handle.
a. Remove hairpin clip from this hole. Using a pair of
pliers, insert hairpin clip into the other hole on the
weld pin. Repeat on other side.
b. Insert a carriage bolt from the hardware pack into
the upper hole on the handle mounting bracket.
Secure with one plastic wing nut, also included
in the hardware pack. Repeat on other side with
remaining items from hardware pack.
3. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the
upper handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the
rope guide.
a. Hold blade control handle against upper handle.
b. Pull starter rope out of the engine. Release blade
control handle.
c. Slip starter rope into rope guide. Tighten wing nut.
4. Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the
lower handle. Pull cable tie tight and trim excess.
Step 3
Step 2
NOTE: Stand behind
the mower as if you
were going to operate
it. Your right hand cor-
responds to the right
side of the mower; your
left hand corresponds
to the left side of the
mower.
Step 1
IMPORTANT
This unit is shipped
without gasoline or
oil in the engine. Fill
up gasoline and oil
as instructed in the
accompanying engine
manual BEFORE
operating your mower.
NOTE: Each end of
the lower handle must
be placed in the same
relative position.
Step 4
NOTE: Your mower
is shipped with the
handle in the higher
height position.
1
2
Wing Nuts (2)
Hardware Pack
Carriage Bolts (2)
1
3
2
1
2

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Step 5 CUTTING HEIGHT
Step 5
All wheels must be
placed in the same
relative position.
GRASS CATCHER
Step 6
Make certain bag is
turned right side out
before assembling
(warning label will be
on the outside).
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Setup and
Adjustment
Step 6
Step 7
Never operate mower
unless the hooks on
the grass catcher are
firmly seated on the
pivot rod, and the
rear discharge door
rests firmly against
top of the grass
catcher.
5. An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel
position provides cutting height adjustment.
a. Depress lever towards wheel.
b. Move it to any of the nine positions for desired
cutting height. See Step 5.
c. Release lever towards mower deck.
6. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher:
a. Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side
is at the bottom.
b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the
frame. See Step 6. All the plastic channels except
center top of bag attach from outside of frame.
c. Attach center top of bag from inside of frame.
7. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher:
a. Lift rear discharge door.
b. Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go
of discharge door so that it rests on the grass
catcher. See Step 7.
To remove grass catcher or convert to a mulcher, lift rear
discharge door on the mower as shown in Step 8. Lift
grass catcher up and out of the pivot rod. Release rear
discharge door to allow it to close rear opening of mower.
WARNING: Never operate mower
unless the hooks on the grass
catcher are firmly seated on the
pivot rod, and the rear discharge
door rests firmly against top of
the grass catcher.
WARNING
A
C
B
C
B
A
B
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4
Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
Now that you have set up your lawn mower for op-
eration, get aquainted with its controls and features.
These are described below and illustrated on this
page. This knowledge will allow you to use your
new equipment to its fullest potential.
Blade Control
The blade control is attached to the upper handle
of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the
upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop
engine and blade.
WARNING: This blade control mecha-
nism is a safety device. Never attempt
to bypass its operations.
Cutting Height Adjustment Levers
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and
is used to adjust the cutting height. All four levers
have to be at the same relative position to ensure a
uniform cut.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper
handle. Stand behind the unit, depress blade control,
and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
1. Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow engine
manual for this. See Figure 1 above for location of the
oil fill.
2. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the
engine manual. See Figure 1 above for location of
gas fill.
WARNING: Use extreme care when han-
dling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel the machine indoors or while
the engine is hot or running. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
WARNING
The blade control
mechanism is a
safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operations.
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.
Keep hands and feet
away from the chute
area on cutting deck.
Refer to warning
label on the unit.
Figure 1
Know Your Lawn Mower
Blade Control
Recoil
Starter
Starter
Rope
Upper Handle
Grass
Catcher
Lower Handle
Oil Fill/Dipstick
Spark Plug
Gasoline Fill
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
(for each wheel)

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WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thoroughly
inspect mower for any damage, and
repair damage before restarting and
operating. Extensive vibration of
mower during operation is an indica-
tion of damage. The unit should be
promptly inspected and repaired.
1. For best results, do not cut wet grass.
2. For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-
third of the total length of the grass.
Using as Mulcher
For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher from the
mower. The rear discharge door should be closed.
1. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass.
2. New or thick grass may require a narrower cut.
Adjust ground speed according to condition of lawn.
3. If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of
4 inches, mulching is not recommended. Use the
grass catcher to bag clippings instead.
Using Grass Catcher
You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while
you are operating the mower.
1. Attach grass catcher following instructions on page
7 . Grass clippings will automatically collect in the
bag as you run the mower. Operate the mower till the
grass bag is full.
2. Stop engine completely by releasing the blade
control handle. Make sure that the unit has come to
a complete stop.
3. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away
from the mower to dispose of the grass clippings.
WARNING: The operation of any lawn
mower can result in foreign objects
being thrown into the eyes, which can
damage your eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses while operating
the mower, or while performing any
adjustments or repairs on it.
Starting Engine
WARNING: Be sure no one other than
the operator is standing near the lawn
mower while starting engine or operat-
ing mower. Never run engine indoors
or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monox-
ide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep
hands, feet, hair and loose clothing
away from any moving parts on engine
and lawn mower.
1. Push primer three times. Wait about two seconds
between each push. See Figure 2. In temperature
around 55° F or below, prime five times. Do not prime
to restart a warm engine.
2. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
against upper handle. See Figure 2.
3. Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil
starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continu-
ous, full arm stroke. See Figure 2. Keeping a firm
grip on the starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly.
Repeat until engine cranks. Let the rope rewind each
time slowly.
WARNING: Wait for the blade to stop
completely before doing any work
on the mower or to remove the grass
catcher.
Stopping Engine
1. Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
ground against the engine.
Using Your Lawn Mower
WARNING: Never operate your mower
without either the rear door or the entire
grass catcher assembly firmly secured.
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other
objects which could damage lawn mower or engine.
Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower
in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the
operator and others.
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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING
The operation of any
lawn mower can result
in foreign objects
being thrown into
the eyes, which can
damage your eyes
severely. Always wear
safety glasses while
operating the mower,
or while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the lawn
mower while starting
engine or operating
mower. Never run
engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
lawn mower.
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2
1
3
Figure 2

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5
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING
Always stop engine,
disconnect spark
plug, and ground
against engine before
cleaning, lubricating
or doing any kind of
maintenance on your
machine.
We do not recommend
the use of pressure
washers or garden
hose to clean your
unit. These may cause
damage to electric
components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or
the engine. The use
of water will result in
shortened life and
reduce serviceability.
Figure 3
General Recommendations
1. Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,
operator must maintain the lawn mower as
instructed here.
3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
4. All adjustments should be checked at least once
each season.
5. Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these
are tight.
WARNING: Always stop engine,
disconnect spark plug, and
ground against engine before
cleaning, lubricating or doing
any kind of maintenance on your
machine.
Lubrication
1. Lubricate pivot points on the blade control handle at
least once a season with light oil. The blade control
must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 3.
2. Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with
light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any
reason, lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner
surface of the wheel with light oil. See Figure 3.
3. Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the
rear discharge door periodically with light oil to
prevent rust. See Figure 3.
4. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrica-
tion schedule and instruction for engine lubrication.
Deck Care
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use
to prevent build-up of grass clippings or other debris.
Follow steps below for this job.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from lawn
mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
2. Tip mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the
side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold mower firmly.
WARNING: Never tip the mower
more than 90 degrees in any
directions and do not leave the
mower tipped for any length of
time. Oil can drain into the upper
part of the engine causing a
starting problem.
3. Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
4. Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If
you had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make
sure to remove it now.
Engine Care
A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and
instructions.
1. Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual.
2. Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely
dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should
be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the
engine manual.
3. Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season.
Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start
of each mowing season. Check engine manual for
correct plug type and gap specifications.
4. Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the
cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit
proper air circulation. Remove all grass, dirt and
combustible debris from muffler area.
Lubricate these
points before
reassembly.

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Figure 5
5
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING
When removing
the cutting blade
for sharpening or
replacement, protect
your hands with a
pair of heavy gloves
or use a heavy rag to
hold the blade.
An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotat-
ing at high speeds. It
may cause damage
to mower, and could
break causing per-
sonal injury.
Blade Care
WARNING: When removing the
cutting blade for sharpening or
replacement, protect your hands
with a pair of heavy gloves or use
a heavy rag to hold the blade.
Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,
especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary. Follow the steps below for blade service.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn
mower on its side making sure that the air filter and
the carburetor are up.
2. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which
hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine
crankshaft. See Figure 4.
3. Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft.
4. The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind-
ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade while it
is still on the mower.
5. When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle
of grind. Grind each cutting edge equally to keep the
blade balanced.
6. Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance.
7. Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to
check. Remove metal from the heavy side until it
balances evenly.
WARNING: An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive vibration
when rotating at high speeds. It
may cause damage to mower, and
could break causing personal
injury.
8. Lubricate the engine crankshaft and slide the blade
adapter onto the engine crankshaft.
9. Place the blade on the adapter such that the side
of the blade marked “Bottom” (or with part number)
faces the ground when the mower is in the operating
position. Make sure that the blade is aligned and
seated on the blade adapter flanges.
10. Place blade bell support on the blade. Align notches
on the blade bell support with small holes in blade.
11. Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque: 450
in. lbs. min., 600 in. lbs. max.
To ensure safe operation of your mower, periodically
check the blade bolt for correct torque.
Replacing Rear Flap
1. To remove rear flap, cut off the flat end of the wire
rod which secures it to the deck. See Figure 5.
2. Attach the new flap and new rod to deck, bending
the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck.
Off-Season Storage
The following steps should be taken to prepare your
lawn mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described
in the lubrication instructions.
2. We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer
or garden hose to clean your unit.
3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
4. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly
ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken
to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone,
coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving
parts of your lawn mower before storage.
Figure 4
Wire
Rod

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For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments
listed here, contact
an authorized service
dealer.
6
Trouble
Shooting
CauseProblem Remedy
Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Engine not primed.
5. Faulty spark plug.
6. Blocked fuel line.
7. Engine flooded.
1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Prime engine as instructed in
“Operating Your Lawn Mower”.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Clean fuel line.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but
do not prime.
Engine runs erratic 1. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean,
fresh gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with
fresh fuel.
5. Refer to engine manual.
6. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Vent in gas cap plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor out of adjustment.
Engine overheats 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Remove blower housing
and clean.
3. Refer to engine manual.
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Air flow restricted.
3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Occasional skips
(hesitates) at
high speed
1. Adjust gap to .030”.
2. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug gap too close.
2. Carburetor idle mixture adjustment
improperly set.
Idles poorly 1. Reset gap to .030” or replace
spark plug.
2. Refer to engine manual.
3. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap
too wide.
2. Carburetor improperly adjusted.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
Mower will not
mulch grass
1. Do not mow when grass is wet;
wait until later to cut.
2. Mow once at a high cutting height,
then mow again at desired height
or make a narrower cutting path.
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Wet grass.
2. Excessively high grass.
3. Dull blade.
Uneven cut 1. Place all four wheels in same
height position.
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Wheels not positioned correctly.
2. Dull blade.
Excessive
Vibration
1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting blade.
1. Tighten blade and adapter.
Balance blade.
2. See an authorized service dealer.

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Parts List
1 747-1161A Blade Control Handle
2 749-1092A Upper Handle
3 747-04080 Grass Catcher Frame
4 749-0928A Lower Handle
5 720-0279 Wing Nut
6 710-1205 Rope Guide
7 710-1174 Carriage Bolt ,5/16-18 x 2
8 664-04007 Grass Bag Assembly
9 720-0284 Hand Knob
10 736-0451 Saddle Washer
11 726-0240 Cable Tie
12 710-0703 Carriage Bolt ,1/4-20
13 731-04134A Rear Discharge Door
14 750-04162 Spacer
15 732-04089A Torsion Spring - LH
16 732-04090A Torsion Spring - RH
17 ‡ Rear Wheel
18 731-04150 Rear Baffle
19 731-0981A Hubcap † (Not Shown)
20 787-01276 Deck - 21”
21 738-04136 Shoulder Screw
22 782-5002B Front Baffle
23 748-0377C Blade Adapter
24 742-0741 Mulching Blade
25 710-1257 Hex Bolt , 3/8-24 x 2.5
26 687-02077 Pivot Arm Assembly -RH (8” wheel)
687-02077 Pivot Arm Assembly - LH (7” wheel)
687-02076 Pivot Arm Assembly - LH (8” wheel)
687-02076 Pivot Arm Assembly -RH (7” wheel)
27 736-0524B Blade Bell Support
28 15261C Front Adjustment Plate
29 720-0426 Adjustment Lever Knob
30 732-0404 Spring Lever Assembly
31 738-0507B Shoulder Screw
32 ‡ Front Wheel
33 710-04371 Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.250
34 746-0957 Control Cable - 37.25”
746-1130 Control Cable - 40”
746-0554 Control Cable - 40.5”
746-1137 Control Cable - 53”
35 687-02069 Rear Handle Bracket Assy. - LH
687-02068 Rear Handle Bracket Assy. - RH
36 731-04998 Trailshield
37 732-0700 Trailshield Wire
38 712-0397 Wing Nut, 1/4-20
39 747-04035 Rear Door Pivot Rod
40 732-04175 Spring Lever
41 687-02071 Pivot Arm Assembly - RH
687-02070 Pivot Arm Assembly - LH
42 710-1652 AB Screw
43 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
44 714-0104 Hairpin Clip
45 710-0654A TT Sems Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0
46 687-02074 Ht. Adj. Assy. Front - RH (8” Wheel)
687-02100 Ht. Adj. Assy. Front - RH (7” Wheel)
687-02075 Ht. Adj. Assy. Front - LH (8” Wheel)
687-02099 Ht. Adj. Assy. Front - LH (7” Wheel)
† If equipped
‡ Refer to Wheel Chart
Type Part No. Tread
Wheels w/o bearing 734-1781, Slot Hub Bar
734-1987, 8 x 1.8 Bar
734-1988, 7 x 1.8 Bar
Wheels w/ BB 734-2004A, Disc Hub Zag
734-2005A Zag
‡ Wheel Chart
To order replacement
parts, contact 1-800-
800-7310 or visit www.
mtdproducts.com.

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to
new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses-
sions and territories.
“MTD” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship
for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase
and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to
be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only
apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance
with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not been
subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper
maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because
of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or
use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use
with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to
any resulting damage.
Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase.
Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such as: batteries,
belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow
thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, or
contact MTD LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or
call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our Web site at
www.mtdproducts.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a
separate manufacturer’s warranty. Refer to applicable manufacturer’s
warranty for terms and conditions.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one year
warranty.
c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck
adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use
or exposure.
d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
dealer.
e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported
outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except
those sold through MTD’s authorized channels of export distribution.
f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
g. Transportation charges and service calls.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchant-
ability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable
period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identi-
fied. No other express warranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer
or retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind MTD. During the
period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without
limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care
services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted
product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the
purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of the
product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability for
loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their
property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original
purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited war-
ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain
warranty coverage.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: [phone]
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
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Podadora giratoria 21”- Modelo Serie 414
Seguridad•Ensamblaje•Operación•Consejos y Técnicas•Mantenimiento • Solución de problemas•Lista de Parte•Grantías
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
IMPORTANTE
LEA CON ATENCIÓN LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD E INSTRUCCIONES ANTES
DE OPERAR LA PODADORA
ADVERTENCIA: Esta unidad está equipada con un motor de combustión interna y no debe ser utilizada en o cerca de un
terreno agreste cubierto por bosque, malezas o hierba excepto que el sistema de escape del motor esté equipado con un
amortiguador de chispas que cumpla con las leyes locales o estatales correspondientes (en caso de existir). Si se utiliza
un amortiguador de chispas el operador lo debe mantener en condiciones de uso adecuadas. En el Estado de California
las medidas anteriormente mencionadas son exigidas por ley (Artículo 4442 del Código de Recursos Públicos de Califor-
nia). Es posible que existan leyes similares en otros estados. Las leyes federales se aplican en territorios federales. Su
distribuidor más cercano autorizado para realizar el mantenimiento del motor puede conseguir el amortiguador de chispas
para el silenciador sino usted puede comunicarse con el departamento de servicios al apartado postal P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019..
10/11/2004
FORM NO. 769-01468

Búsqueda y registro del número de modelo
Por favor, NO devuelva la unidad al minorista a quien se la adquirió sin contactarse
primero con el Departamento de Asistencia al Cliente.
Índice
ANTES DE COMENZAR A ENSAMBLAR SU NUEVO
EQUIPO,
por favor localice la placa del modelo en el equipo y copie la
información en la placa modelo a la derecha. Para encontrar
la placa de modelo colóquese detrás de la unidad en la
posición del operador y mire hacia abajo en la parte posterior
de la cubierta. La presente información resultará necesaria
para el uso del sitio web del fabricante y / o para solicitar
ayuda del Departamento de Asistencia al Cliente o de un
distribuidor autorizado.
Este manual de operador es una parte importante de su nueva máquina podadora. Le
ayudará a montar, preparar y mantener la unidad para obtener los mejores resultados.
Por favor lea y comprenda el contenido del manual.
Asistencia al Cliente
En caso de tener problemas para ensamblar este producto o de
tener dudas con respecto a los controles, funcionamiento o man-
tenimiento del mismo, puede solicitar la ayuda de los expertos.
Elija entre las opciones que se presentan a continuación:
1. Visite mtdproducts.com si desea numerosas sugerencias útiles.
Haga clic en el botón de Asistencia al Cliente y recibirá las cuatro
opciones que se reproducen a la derecha. Haga clic en el botón
apropiado y podrá disponer de ayuda de forma inmediata.
2. Si desea contactarse con un Representante del Departa-
mento de Asistencia al Cliente, por favor comuníquese al
1(800) 800-7310.
3. El fabricante del motor es el responsable de todas las
cuestiones relacionadas con el rendimiento, potencia de salida,
especificaciones, garantía y mantenimiento del motor. Por favor, para
mayor confirmación, consulte el manual del propietario/ operador del
fabricante del motor que es enviado, en un paquete por separado,
junto con su unidad.
Indicador de pendiente ................................... 19
Prácticas de seguridad en la operación ......... 20
Configuración y ajustes ................................... 22
Funcionamiento de la podadora ..................... 24
Mantenimiento de la podadora ........................ 26
Solución de problemas .................................... 28
Etiquetas de seguridad .................................... 29
Lista de las piezas ............................................ 30
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Indica-
dor de
pendien-
te
ADVER-
TENCIA
No pode en inclina-
ciones mayores a 15
grados (elevación
aproximada de 2
1/2 pies por cada 10
pies). Una podadora
en movimiento podría
voltearse y causar
lesiones severas.
Si en una pendiente
opera una podadora
ubicado detrás de la
misma, es extremada-
mente difícil mantener
el equilibrio y podría
resbalarse y sufrir
lesiones graves.
Opere las podadoras
MONTABLES arriba y
abajo de las pendien-
tes, nunca cruzando el
frente de las pendien-
tes.
Opere las podadoras
QUE SE EMPUJAN de
manera que crucen el
frente de las pendien-
tes, nunca hacia arriba
y hacia abajo.
Use esta página como guía para determinar las inclinaciones de las pendientes en las que podría
no tener una operación segura. No opere la podadora en dichas pendientes.
Alinee y sostenga este nivel con un árbol vertical...
o la esquina de una construcción...
o el poste de una cerca.
Doble a lo largo de la línea punteada (que representa una pendiente de 15 grados)
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2
Prácticas de
seguridad
en la
operación
Niños
Pueden ocurrir accidentes trágicos si el operador no está atento a la
presencia de niños. Por lo general a los niños les atraen las podado-
ras y la actividad de podar el césped. No entienden los riesgos ni los
peligros. Nunca dé por sentado que los niños permanecerán en el
mismo lugar donde los vio por última vez.
1. Mantenga a los niños fuera del área de trabajo y bajo estricta
vigilancia de un adulto responsable además del operador.
2. Esté alerta y apague la podadora si un niño ingresa al área.
3. Antes y mientas se está moviendo hacia atrás, mire hacia atrás y
cuide que no haya niños.
4. Tenga extrema precaución cuando se aproxime a esquinas
ciegas, entradas de puertas, árboles u otros objetos que puedan
obstaculizarle la vista de un niño que pudiese correr hacia la
podadora.
5. Mantenga alejados a los niños de los motores en marcha o
calientes. Pueden sufrir quemaduras con un silenciador caliente.
6. Nunca permita que niños menores de 14 años operen esta
máquina. Los niños mayores de 14 años deben leer y entender
las instrucciones de operación y reglas de seguridad contenidas
en este manual y deben ser entrenados y supervisados por sus
padres.
Funcionamiento
Manejo seguro de la gasolina:
1. Para evitar lesiones personales o daños materiales sea
sumamente cuidadoso al manipular la gasolina. La gasolina es
altamente inflamable y los vapores son explosivos. Se puede
lesionar gravemente si derrama gasolina sobre usted o sobre la
ropa ya que se puede encender.
2. Lávese la piel y cámbiese de ropa de inmediato.
3. Utilice sólo recipientes para gasolina autorizados.
4. Nunca llene los contenedores en el interior de un vehículo
o camión o caja de camioneta con recubrimientos plásticos.
Coloque siempre los recipientes en el piso y lejos del vehículo
antes de llenarlos.
5. Retire el equipo a gasolina del camión o remolque y llénelo
en el piso. Si esto no es posible, entonces llene dicho equipo
en un remolque con un recipiente portátil, en vez de desde un
dispensador de gasolina.
6. Mantenga la boquilla de llenado en contacto con el borde de la
entrada del tanque de gasolina o contenedor en todo momento
hasta que esté lleno. No utilice un dispositivo para abrir/cerrar la
boquilla.
7. Apague todos los cigarrillos, cigarros, pipas y otras fuentes de
combustión.
8. Nunca cargue combustible en la máquina en interiores porque
los vapores inflamables podrían acumularse en el área.
9. Nunca saque la tapa del gas ni agregue combustible mientras el
motor está caliente o en marcha. Deje que el motor se enfríe por
lo menos dos minutos antes de volver a cargar combustible.
10. Nunca recargue el tanque de combustible. Llene el tanque no
más de 1/2 pulgada por debajo de la base del cuello de llenado
para dejar espacio para la expansión del combustible.
11. Vuelva a colocar la tapa de la gasolina y ajústela bien.
12. Limpie la gasolina derramada sobre el motor y el equipo.
Traslade la máquina a otra zona. Espere 5 minutos antes de
encender el motor.
13. Nunca almacene la máquina o el recipiente de combustible en un
espacio cerrado donde haya fuego, chispas o aparatos con piloto
como por ejemplo, calentadores de agua, calentadores, hornos,
secadores de ropa u otros aparatos a gas.
14. Para reducir el riesgo de incendio mantenga la máquina limpia
de pasto, hojas y de acumulación de otros escombros. Limpie los
derrames de aceite o combustible y saque todos los desechos
embebidos con combustible.
15. Deje que la máquina se enfríe 5 minutos por lo menos antes de
almacenarla.
Funcionamiento general:
1. Lea y siga todas las instrucciones contenidas en este manual
antes de intentar ensamblar esta máquina. Lea, comprenda y siga
todas las instrucciones que figuran en la máquina y en el o los
manuales antes de intentar operarla. Familiarícese completamente
con los controles y con el uso apropiado de esta máquina antes de
operarla. Guarde este manual en un lugar seguro para referencias
futuras y regulares y para solicitar repuestos.
2. Esta máquina es una pieza de equipo de precisión, no un juguete.
Por tanto, tenga la máxima precaución en todo momento. Su
unidad ha sido diseñada para realizar una tarea: cortar el césped.
No la utilice con ningún otro propósito.
3. No permita nunca que los niños menores de 14 años operen esta
máquina. Los niños de 14 años y más deben leer y comprender las
instrucciones contenidas en este manual y deben ser capacitados
y supervisados por uno de los padres. Únicamente los individuos
responsables que se hayan familiarizado con estas reglas de
seguridad para la operación deberán usar esta máquina.
4. Inspeccione minuciosamente el área en donde utilizará el equipo.
Saque todas las piedras, palos, cables, huesos, juguetes y otros
objetos extraños con los que podría tropezar o que podrían ser
arrojados por la cuchilla. Los objetos arrojados por la máquina
pueden producir lesiones graves. Planifique el patrón en el que va
a ir descargando el recorte para evitar que la descarga de material
se realice hacia los caminos, las veredas, los observadores, etc.
Evite además descargar material contra las paredes y obstruc-
ciones que podrían provocar que el material descargado rebote
contra el operador.
5. Para ayudar a evitar el contacto con la cuchilla o una lesión por
un objeto arrojado, manténgase en la zona del operador detrás de
las manijas y mantenga a los niños, observadores, ayudantes y
mascotas apartados al menos 25 metros de la podadora mientras
está en operación. Detenga la máquina si alguien entra en la zona.
6. Para protegerse los ojos utilice siempre anteojos o antiparras de
seguridad mientras opera la máquina o mientras la ajusta o repara.
Los objetos arrojados que rebotan pueden lesionar gravemente la
vista.
7. Utilice zapatos de trabajo resistentes, de suela fuerte y pantalones
y camisas ajustados. Se recomienda utilizar camisas y pantalones
que cubran los brazos y las piernas, así como calzado con puntas
reforzadas en acero. Nunca opere esta máquina con los pies
desnudos, sandalias, o con zapatos ligeros o con los que se pueda
resbalar (por ejemplo, calzado de lona).
8. No ponga las manos o los pies cerca de las piezas rotatorias o
en la tolva de la cortadora. El contacto con las cuchillas puede
producir la amputación de manos y pies.
ADVERTENCIA: El escape del motor de este producto, algunos de sus componentes y
algunos componentes del vehículo contienen o emiten productos químicos que el estado
de California considera que pueden producir cáncer, defectos de nacimiento u otros
problemas reproductivos.
ADVERTENCIA
Este símbolo indica in-
strucciones de seguridad
importantes que de no
seguirse, se podría poner
en peligro la seguridad
personal y/o la propiedad
suya y de terceros. Lea y
siga todas las instruccio-
nes en este manual antes
de iniciar la operación
de esta máquina. En
caso de no seguir
estas instrucciones
podría provocar lesiones
personales. Cuando vea
este símbolo
SIGA LA ADVERTENCIA
Su
responsabilidad:
Sólo permita que usen
esta máquina eléctrica
las personas que lean,
comprendan y respeten
las advertencias y las
instrucciones que apa-
recen en este manual y
en la máquina.
PELIGRO: Esta máquina está diseñada para ser utilizada respetando las reglas de seguridad contenidas en
este manual. Al igual que con cualquier tipo de equipo eléctrico, un descuido o error de parte del operador
puede producir lesiones graves. Esta máquina es capaz de amputar manos y pies y de arrojar objetos con
gran fuerza. De no respetar las instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir lesiones graves o
la muerte.