MTD 24695S User Manual

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OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
for all seasons

LEAF

BLOWERS

Important:

Read Safety Rules and
Instructions Carefully
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
245-692-000 245-693-000
245-694-000 24695S
Thank you for purchasing
an American-built product.
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FORM NO. 770-3990

INDEX

Safe Operation Practices.............................................. 3
Assembly Instructions................................................... 4
Operation..
Adjustments.................................................................. 6
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Insti uctions given with this symbol are
for I lersonal safety. Be sure you follow them.

LIMITEiD WARRANTY

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For one year from the date of ori' repair or replace, at its option, free
part or parts found to be defective the movement of any power equipr chaser. Transportation charges for ty must be paid by the purchaser ui
This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse, ex cessive use, accident, neglect, im jroper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This warran
ty does not apply to the engine, mo tor, battery, battery chargeror component parts thereof.
Please refer to the applicable marufacturer’s warranty on these items.
jinal retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any in material or workmanship. Transportation charges for lent unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur­any parts submitted for replacement under this warran­iless such return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.
Maintenance and Lubrication
Off-Season Storage.............................................................. f
Illustrated Parts
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This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially. Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If
you do not know the dealer or distr butor in your area, please write to the Customer Service
Department of MTD. The return of a complete unit wiN lot be accepted by the factory unless prior written per
mission has been extended by M'f D. This warranty gives you specific I jgal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
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WARNING

This unit is equipped with an internal combuition engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered and 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.
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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 c n federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at your nearest engine authorized service center.
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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 ail 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

NOTE
Vacuum hose attachment 245-204-000 comes with model 694. It is optional equipment on all other models.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK:
(See Figure 1)
A (2) Carriage Bolts
B (2) Hand Knobs C (1) Hex Sems Bolt
FIGURE 2.
PARTS IN 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.
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