MTD 240-692-000 User Manual
OWNER'S GUIDE
ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS
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Model Numbers
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240-692-000
240-693-000
BLOWERS
Important: Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
240695
FORM NO. 770-5209E
INDEX
Safe Operation Practices
Assembly Instructions . .
Operation.
Adjustments
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3 Maintenance and Lubrication.......................................................... 6
4 Off-Season Storage.......................................................................... P-
5 Trouble Shooting Chart
6 Illustrated Parts
Instr jctions given with this symbol are
for psrsonal safety. Be sure you follow
them.
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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 enigne's exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state law> (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 law;; apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest engine authorized service center.
WARNING I
IMPORTANT
It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper
fuel and engine oil recommendations.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR LEAF BLOWERS
1. Read this operating and service instructing manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and proper use of the power leaf blower.
2. Never allow children to operate this power
leaf blower.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. Check fuel before starting engine. Do Not fill fuel
tank indoors, when engine is running, or while
engine is hot. Wipe off any spilled fuel before
starting engine.
5. Do Not change engine governor settings.
Do Not put hands near rotating parts for any
reason.
7. If the power leaf blower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check immediate
ly for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning
of trouble.
8. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting make
certain all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep wire
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
Also keep throttle control lever in the stop
position.
9. If the power leaf blower should become blocked
with debris at any point, shut engine off and wait
until the impeller comes to a complete stop before
attempting to remove the obstruction. Disconnect
spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.
10. Check all bolts for tightness at frequent peroids.
11. Never store this power leaf blower with fuel in
the tank. Allow engine to cool before storing in
any enclosure.
12. Keep equipment free of debris when not in use.
13. Never operate this leaf blower unless impeller
guard and guard assembly are properly affixed in
their place.
14. Never change inlet nozzle or auxiliary hose
attachment when engine is running.
15. The manufacturer recommends that the operator
wear safety glasses or some other suitable eye
protection when operating this machine.
16. Exercise caution whenever operating leaf blower.
Do Not allow exhaust to be pointed in the
direction of persons.
17. No one should operate this unit while
intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs
the senses or reactions.
FIGURE 1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK:
(See Figure 1)
A (2) Carriage Bolts
B (2) Hand Knobs
C (1) Hex Sems Bolt
FIGURE 2.
PARTS IlM CARTON (See Figure 2):
D (1) Upper Handle
E (1) Directional Discharge
NOTE
The right and left side of your leaf
blower is determined from operator's
position.
1. Remove the leaf blower, hardware pack and all
literature from the carton before discarding
carton.
USE THIS
HOLE ONLY
FIGURE 3.
2. Figure 3 shows lower handle. Upper handle
mounts in center hole only.
FIGURE 4.
3. Place the upper handle (D) over the lower handle,
lining up the holes. Secure with carriage bolts (A)
and hand knobs (B). See figure 4.
4. Slip end of directional discharge (E) over chute
opening. Secure in position with hex sems bolt
(C). See figure 5.
DIRECTIONAL
DISCHARGE (E)
FIGURE 5.
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Service engine with gas and oil. See engine manual
packed with leaf blower for complete instructions for
care and maintenenace of engine. READ DIREC
TIONS CAREFULLY.
TO START ENGINE
1. Move choke lever on engine to choke position.
NOTE
A warm engine may not require
choking.
2.
Move throttle control lever on engine to START
or ON position.
3.
Crank engine by pulling recoil starter with a
quick, firm stroke. Do not pull out so far the rope
stops with a jerk. Do not allow rope and han
dle to snap back into place.
4.
After two or three full firm pulls on recoil (or
as soon as engine fires, move choke control to
RUN position.
TO STOP ENGINE
1. To stop engine, move throttle control lever to
STOP position.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to
prevent accidental starting while equipment is
unattended.
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