Yard-Man 263 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 4 Safety Labels essere 13 Setup and Adjustment 6 Parts WS tcn 14 Operating Your Lawn 8 Warranty PER Back Cover Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 10 MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the infor mation to the sample model plate provided to the right You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating posi tion and looking down at the rear of the deck This information Model Number Serial Number will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site to obtain assistance from the Customer Support Department or when contacting an authorized service dealer YaRD YaRD MaN 1 MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 SSS CLEVELAND OH 44136 www yardman com 330 220 4683 800 800 7310 Customer Support Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support 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 Visit www yardman com Click on the Service amp2. 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 trailshield 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 1 800 800 7310 for the name of your nearest dealer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which Safe Operation Practices 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 Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 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 1
3. Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 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 WARNING This symbol points out important safety 2 De ade ida in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original instructions which if equipment specifications may lead to improper performance 3 Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause and compromise safety not followed could serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear endanger the personal p balance release the blade control handle immediately and gloves and use extra caution when servicing them safety and or property the blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds 5 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip Do Not ment is in safe working condition of yourself and others 1 Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments where hed with safety devices Check their proper opera Read and follow all 2 your idi f Y Alter etrikinga thm engi discar instructions in this man s AO eon Spee MAN Wegener Nel nect the spark plug wire and gro
4. USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER UP AND DOWN NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO fies YOUR FEET LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING BACKWARDS READ OPERATOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES BLADE CONTROL TRAILING SHIELD DISCHARGE COVER ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY 13 yi 9 Y 21 is 22 9 59 s chute Detector adapter s 8 Side Discharge One Assy 687 02139 Pivot Arm Assembly 732 1026 l Parts List 2 748 0455 Bearing Support www yardman com 710 0216 HH Cap Screw 3 8 16 x 75 741 0710 Sleeve Bearing 502 x 627 x 1 20x ENUINE FACTORY PARTS 4 To order 710 0654A TT Screw 3 8 16 x 1 682 3064 Handle Bracket Assy RH contact 741 0751 Height Adjustment Bearing 1 800 800 7310 7384173 Shoulder Screw 75 x 625 or visit 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 x 75 x 062 IMPORTANT For a proper working machine use Factory Approved Parts 710 0599 TT Screw 1 4 20 x 500 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 5 7 9 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 720 0279 Handle Knob V BELTS are specially 749 1092A Upper Handle designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely
5. WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance Lubrication e Lubricate pivot points on the blade control and drive control at least once a season with light oil These controls must operate freely in both directions Figure 5 1 e 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 Figure 5 1 Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on each end of the side discharge chute periodically with light oil to prevent rust Figure 5 1 The transmission is pre lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubrication Follow the accompanying engine manual for engine lubrication instructions and schedule Deck Care WARNING Never tip the mower more than 90 in any direction 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 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 3 Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool Do not spray with water 4 Putthe mower back on its wheels on the ground If you had put plastic und
6. Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Engine Parts Lists Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL 22 inch Rotary Mower Model 263 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION 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 FORM NO 769 02337 PRINTED IN U S A MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 01 10 2006 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 Table of Contents Slope 3 Troubleshooting cesses eren 12 Safe Operation
7. 747 1214 Drive Control 15 MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR YaRD MaN 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 Warr
8. WARNING Wait for the blade to stop com pletely before performing any work on the mower Figure 4 2 The steps involved in starting the engine Using Your Lawn Mower 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 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 indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired 1 Once the engine is running squeeze the drive control against the upper handle to propel mower For best results do not cut wet grass e Fora healthier lawn never cut off more than one third of the total length of the grass Using as Mulcher For mulching grass install mulch plug following the instructions in the Setup section For effective mulching do not cut wet grass e New or thick grass may require a narrower cut Adjust ground speed according to condition of lawn If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches mulching is not recommended Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which c
9. Support menu option Yard Machines Manuals Online Parts Online Service Locator Product Registration tences or long phrases My Stuff Login Help Products amp Services Search Text optional Search Tips Search by Similar Phrases Y SORightHow Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 800 800 7310 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 Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes 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 E9I148A YUM SIY pjou Buipiing e jo 194103 10 Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes 1sod 9949 0 Operate WALK BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes never up and down slopes Practices WARNING
10. hesitates at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass If Equipped Uneven cut Mower will not self propel Blade control disengaged Spark plug wire disconnected Fueltank empty or stale fuel Engine not primed Faulty spark plug Blocked fuel line Engine flooded 1 Spark plug wire loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Ventin gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Carburetor out of adjustment Engine oil level low Airflow restricted Carburetor not adjusted properly Spark plug gap too close Carburetor idle mixture adjustment improperly set Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Carburetor improperly adjusted Dirty air cleaner Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Bent cutting blade Wet grass Excessively high grass Dull blade Wheels not positioned correctly Dull blade Belt not installed properly Debris clogging drive operation Damaged or worn belt Engine fails to start Engage blade control Connect wire to spark plug Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Prime engine as instructed in Operat ing Your Lawn Mower Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line Waita few minutes to restart but do not prime 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fres
11. 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 whi
12. 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 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 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
13. an 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 Engine 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 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to electric components spindles pulleys bear ings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability Figure 5 1 Areas to lubricate on mower General Recommendations Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance 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 Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty All adjustments should be checked at least once each season e Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight
14. anty 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 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 M 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 by MTD 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 expres
15. ch 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 8 9 10 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 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 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 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 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 Do not put hands or feet near rotati
16. er the gas cap earlier make sure to remove it now Engine Care Refer to the engine manual for specific instructions Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications 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 Blade Care WARNING When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are facing up 2 Remove bolt bell blade support and blade from the engine crankshaft Figure 5 2 3 The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind ing wheel Do not attempt to sharpen the blade while itis still on the mower When sharpening blade follow original angle of grind and remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to check for balance Grind cutting edges equally to keep blade balanced WARNING An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high
17. front drive cover Figure 5 3 Remove cover unhook spring and pull belt off of Off Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions e Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting 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 5 4 Remove belt from around the blade 11 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING When removing the cutting blade or when sliding the belt around it 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 rotating at high speeds It may cause damage to mower and could break causing personal injury Trouble Shooting For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here contact an authorized service dealer Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips
18. fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extin guish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition 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 operating mower Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine 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 1 Push primer three times Wait about two seconds between each push Figure 4 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 Figure 4 2 3 Holding these two handles together firmly grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid continu ous full arm stroke Figure 4 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 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
19. h gasoline Clear vent Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Refer to engine manual Refer to engine manual Fill crankcase with proper oil Remove blower housing and clean Referto engine manual Adjust gap to 030 Refer to engine manual Reset gap to 030 or replace spark plug Referto engine manual Refer to engine manual Tighten blade and adapter Balance blade Seean authorized service dealer Do mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path Sharpen or replace blade Place all four wheels in same height position Sharpen or replace blade Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement Stop engine disconnect spark plug wire and clean out debris Inspect and replace belt Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY DANGER Safety KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY Labels WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS DO NOT remove safety REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY GLASSES or any labels from e DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND mower for any reason
20. ic liner Always place containers on the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating p ground away from your vehicle before filling ee Restrict the use 5 Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer ALAS s SAR aS of this power machine and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel 12 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations Improper such equipment ona trailer with a portable container rather disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment to persons who read E a Ee bud TR understand Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do and follow the warnings not use a nozzle lock open device and instructions 7 Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources in this manual of ignition and on the machine 8 Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will Setup and Ar WARNING The chute retainer must be removed and discarded before operating the mower Each end of the lower handle must be attached to the handle mounting brackets at the same position IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accom panying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower Figure 3 3 Secure lower handle to mounting brackets 1 Before assembling remove the unit f
21. ich 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 1 800 800 7310
22. ng parts or under cutting deck Contact with blade can amputate hands and feet A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries 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 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 Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not engage the self propelled mechanism on units so equipped while starting engine 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 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 contr
23. ol handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Walk never run Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble 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 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 72 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
24. r operation it s important to become acquainted with its controls and features 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 mechanism is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Drive Control The drive control is located on the underside of the upper handle and is used to engage the drive Squeeze it against the upper handle to engage the drive release it to slow down or stop the mower from propelling Mulch Plug if equipped Instead of collecting the grass clippings in the grass catcher your mower has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn Install the mulch plug by following the instructions in the Setup section Cutting Height Adjustment Levers One adjustment lever is located at each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height All four levers must be moved to the same position to ensure a uniform cut Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit Gas and Oil Fill Up Refer to the engine manual for instructions 1 Check oil level and add oil if necessary 2 Service the engine with gasoline WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never
25. rom the carton a Open carton and remove loose parts included with unit Do not crimp cables while removing loose parts or the entire unit from the carton b Cut corners and lay carton down flat Remove packing material Roll or slide unit out of carton Check carton thoroughly for loose parts 2 For shipping purposes the chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer Remove the retainer as follows a Pull chute deflector up and back towards engine Holding deflector in this position remove the retainer and discard Figure 3 1 b Lower the chute deflector carefully keeping your fingers out of the way c If wanting to side discharge grass clippings remove the mulch plug Refer to the Adjustment section on the following page for instructions WARNING The chute retainer must be removed and discarded before operating the mower 3 Perform the following sequence for handle setup a Lift the upper handle up from the folded position and pull it back to the extended position Figure 3 2 The handle should click into this position b Make sure the carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle Tighten star knobs to secure upper handle to the lower handle 4 Follow the steps below to secure the lower handle to the handle mounting brackets a Position each handle bracket stud into the top or bottom hole in the lower handle Figure 3 3 b Tighten the star knobs Note The handle height ma
26. s 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 wh
27. sert bot tom lip of the mulching plug inside the chute opening Figure 3 7 2 Snap hooks on the mulching plug over the hinge pin The hooks must snap into place on the hinge pin locking the mulching plug firmly onto mower Release chute deflector Figure 3 7 Install the optional mulch plug to use the mower as mulcher CUTTING HEIGHT For rough or uneven lawns move the height adjustment lever to a higher position This will stop scalping of grass MULCH PLUG if equipped For proper assembly install bottom lip inside chute opening before placing hooks over the hinge pin IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accom panying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING The blade control 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 Know Your Lawn Mower Drive Control Figure 4 1 The major components on the mower ZA Blade Control Height Adjustment Levers one at each Now that you have setup your lawn mower fo
28. speeds It may cause damage to mower and could break causing personal injury 10 4 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 5 Place bell blade support on the blade Align notches on the support with small holes on blade Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque 450 in lbs min 600 in 105 max To ensure safe operation of your mower periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque Figure 5 2 Remove bolt bell blade support and blade Changing the Belt 1 Remove the front drive cover by sliding off the two plastic rivets on each side of the cover with a screwdriver Figure 5 3 2 Unhook the extension spring from the height adjust ment plate Figure 5 3 This will loosen the tension on the belt 3 Push transmission up a little and slide belt off the transmission pulley Figure 5 3 4 Lift mower to access belt from underside of mower Slide belt off of engine pulley and around the blade Figure 5 4 5 Replace with new belt working around blade Make sure belt is firmly seated on engine pulley while pulling from the other side and sliding it around the transmis sion pulley 6 Put the mower down with all four wheels firmly placed on one level Reattach the extension spring and reassemble the
29. und against the engine ual before attempting to the slope gauge Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the operate this machine 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause damage before starting and operating the mower slipping Service Handling Of Gasoline 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 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 Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING 2 Wash your skin and change clothes immediately 3 Use only approved gasoline container improper performance nd e pud Your 4 Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer 10 Do not change the engine governor setting r overspeed the Responsibilit bed with a plast
30. y be adjusted at anytime by moving the stud on each bracket to the other hole on each side of the lower handle Figure 3 4 Use cable tie to secure cables to lower handle 5 To secure cables to lower handle wrap cables around lower handle using the cable tie Pull cable tie tight and trim excess Figure 3 4 6 Follow the steps below to secure the recoil starter Figure 3 5 a Hold the blade control against the upper handle b Slowly pull starter rope out of engine c Slip starter rope into the rope guide d Tighten rope guide wing nut Figure 3 5 Pull recoil starter through rope guide and tighten Adjustments Cutting Height Adjustment Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the cutting height of the mower Follow the steps below to adjust the cutting height NOTE All wheels must be moved to the same position For rough or uneven lawns move the height adjustment lever to a higher position 1 Depress height adjustment lever towards wheel Figure 3 6 2 Slide lever to desired position for a change in cutting height 3 Release lever towards deck Figure 3 6 Use the lever at each wheel to adjust the cutting height Mulch Plug if equipped Instead of expelling the clippings from the side discharge chute the mower has the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn by installing the optional mulching plug 1 Lift up and hold the side discharge chute In
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