Manual de instrucciones de MTD OEM-190-118

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Operator’s Manual
Mulch Kit Models
OEM-190-118
190-118-000
190-118-100
For Lawn Tractors & Garden Tractors
with a 46-inch Deck
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 770-10259D.fm
FORM NO.
(6/5/2007)

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SECTION 1: TO THE OWNER The Model 118 mulch kit is designed for use with 46-inch cutting decks on Lawn Tractors and Garden Tractors manufactured after 1996 ONLY. It will NOT fit on tractors made in 1996 or prior. If you should own such a tractor and would like to convert the deck to a mulcher, purchase kit 190-117-000/OEM-190-117. If you are unsure of the manufacturing date of your tractor, contact the Customer Support department at 1(800) 800-7310. Have your model number and serial number

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SECTION 3: INSTALLATION 3. Replace the blades with the blades included in the WARNING: Before beginning installation, kit. Be sure to install each blade with the side place the tractor on a firm and level surface, marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in set the parking brake, place the PTO in the it) facing the ground when the mower is in the disengaged (OFF) position, stop the tractor’s operating position. Be certain to mount the SHORT engine and remove the ignition key to

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SECTION 4: OPERATION This mulch kit incorporates special blades in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck. After which, the ultra-fine clippings are forced back into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer. Observe the following recommendations for the best results when mulching. � ALWAYS operate the tractor with the throttle control in the FAST (rabbit) position while mulching � Clear the lawn of all debris prior to mowing. Running over stick, r