MTD 38 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 4 Safety Labels esses rnnt 17 Setup and Adjustment 6 Parts Ws mtn 18 Operating Your Lawn Mower DER Coco Back Cover Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 14 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 information to the sample model plate pro vided 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 neces MTD LLC sary to use the manufacturer s web site to obtain MTD 4 P O BOX 361131 assistance from the Customer Support Department CLEVELAND OH 44136 f f ForA Growing World 330 220 4683 or when contacting an authorized service dealer www mtdproducts com 800 800 7310 Model Number Serial Number 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 mtdproducts com Call a Customer Support2. Safety e Assembly Operation Tips amp Techniques Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists e Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL 22 inch Rotary Mower Model 038 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 PRINTED IN U S A MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 FORM NO E 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 GGG is sindinsica ciisstadineseteen sa stapawamaceaosngeenispsianet 3 TroubleShooting cssscsccsssessessesseeseesseeees 16 Safe Operation Practices
3. Choke engine as instructed in the Operating Your Lawn Mower section 5 Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line Wait a few minutes to restart but do not prime Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh 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 Refer to engine manual Adjust gap to 030 inch Refer to engine manual Reset gap to 030 inch or replace spark plug Refer to engine manual Referto engine manual Tighten blade and adapter Balance blade Seean authorized service dealer Do not 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 x AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH E a e KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS Y e REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY GLASSES e DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND wl SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER i Ns UP AND DOWN NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING BACKWARDS e S e USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT
4. MOW READ OPERATOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES BLADE CONTROL TRAILING SHIELD DISCHARGE COVER ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY 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 KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY 17 Safety Labels WARNING DO NOT remove safety or any labels from mower for any reason 18 710 1205 Eye Bolt 720 0279 Wing Nut 747 1161A Blade Control Handle Pa rts List 749 1092A Upper Handle 746 0957 Blade Control Cable 37 25 inch 746 0946 Blade Control Cable 48 25 inch 749 04037 Lower Handle 725 0157 Cable Tie MTD 787 01097 Deck Assembly 22 inch ENUINE 710 0654A TT Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 mum FACTORY PARTS 748 0376C Blade Adapter To order replacement 742 0642A Standard Blade 22 inch parts call 1 800 800 7310 736 0524B Blade Bell Support or visit us on the web at www mtdproducts com 710 1044 Screw 3 8 24 x 1 5 712 04065 Lock Nut 3 8 16 741 0751 Height Adjuster Bearing 687 02094 Pivot Arm 687 02051 Lever Assembly 736 0741 Bell Washer 760 ID x 1 25 OD 738 172 Shoulder Screw 734 1988 Front Wheel 7 x 1 8 710 0599 TT Screw 1 4 20 x 5 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 ID x 75 OD 710 0216 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 738 1173 Shoulder Screw 734 1987 Rea
5. and position each bracket stud into the top or bottom hole Figure 3 4 2 Secure with the star knobs Figure 3 4 Each side of the lower handle must be positioned onto the stud at the same position Attaching Upper Handle NOTE Use the hardware in Group 2 to attach the upper handle 1 Place the upper handle in position over the lower handle keeping the blade control handle if attached facing up 2 Secure the upper handle to the lower handle using the carriage bolts and star knobs Figure 3 5 Make sure that the carriage bolt heads go on the outside of the handle Attach the Blade Control Handle If the blade control handle became displaced either during shipping or during assembly reassemble it now If the blade control handle is firmly in place you may proceed to the next step Setup and Adjustment 1 Insert the curved end of the blade control handle into the right hole Step A Figure 3 6 Squeeze the handle in and insert the straight end of the blade control handle into the left hole of the upper handle Step B Figure 3 6 2 Squeeze the blade control handle against the upper handle to check for proper assembly The hole in the blade control handle must be on the left side and the control handle must touch the upper handle when The blade control Figure 3 5 Attach the upper handle to the lower handle Squeezed cable is attached to the Attach the Blade engine from the factory You will need to attach
6. 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 Readthis 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 t
7. lawn mower it s important to become acquainted with its controls and features Blade Control Handle Gas and Oil Fill Up The blade control handle is attached to the upper 1 Check oil level and add oil if necessary Follow engine handle Depress and squeeze it against the upper manual for this handle to operate the unit Release it to stop the engine 5 Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the and blade engine manual WARNING This blade control handle is WARNING Use extreme care when a safety device Never attempt to bypass A handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely its operations flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is Cutting Height Adjustment hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes Levers and other sources of ignition One adjustment lever is located at each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height All four wheels must be moved to the same height 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 12 mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can damage Be Sure the lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other WARNING The operation of any lawn Usi ng Your Lawn Mower your eyes severely Always wear safety glasses objects which could damage the law
8. 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 warranty 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 1 800 800 7310 1 330 220 4683
9. 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 19 Shu
10. 450 in lbs min 600 in Ibs max To ensure safe operation of your mower periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque 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 e Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions 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 15 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replace ment 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 Do not use a pressure washer 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 l
11. Representative at 1 800 800 7310 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications 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 881 E9I148A V YUM 99 SIY pjou pue 1ufig Buipiing e jo 190402 10 B99 Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes 1sod 39u34 e 10 gt Operate WALK BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes never up and down slopes 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 carel
12. Straight End d ntrol Cable Route the cable under the lower handle Press the snap fitting into the hole on the upper handle as Curved End shown in Figure 3 7 2 Hook the Z end of the blade control cable into the blade control handle from the outside to the inside Figure 3 7 Secure the Cable NOTE Use the hardware in Group 3 to secure the blade control cable the free end of the cable to the upper handle 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 The cable must be routed properly to avoid contact with all sharp edges and hot surfaces Such contacts damage the cable and render the controls inoperative 1 Secure the cable to the lower left handle near the base of the unit with a cable tie Figure 3 8 Trim off any excess Attach the Wheels NOTE Use the hardware in Group 4 to secure the wheels 1 Place the mower on blocks up off of the ground 2 Place the larger two wheels on the rear pivot arm axles and secure with the flanged lock nuts Figure 3 9 3 Repeat with the two smaller wheels on the front pivot arm axles Figure 3 9 4 Remove blocks and put the mower on ground Figure 3 7 Attach the blade control cable Attach the Recoil Starter NOTE Use the hardware in Group 5 to secure the recoil starter 1 Loosely attach the rope guide to the ou
13. against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine Never tip the mower more than 90 in any direction and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time Cil can drain into the upper part of the engine NOTE Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean the mower 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 General Recommendations Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance work 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 WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before cleaning lubricating or performing any kind of maintenance on your machine Lubrication 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 Figure 5 1 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 axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil Fig
14. d 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 mer chantability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified 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
15. essness 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 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 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 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
16. 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 govern
17. ife and reduce serviceability Trouble Shooting For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here contact an authorized service dealer NOTE Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation Images my not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips hesitates at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut Blade control disengaged Spark plug wire disconnected Fueltank empty or stale fuel Engine not choked Faulty spark plug Blocked fuel line Engine flooded 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 Air flow 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 16 Engage blade control Connect wire to spark plug Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline
18. n mower or the while operating the mower or while performing any engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the adjustments or repairs on it mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others Starting Engine 1 WARNING If you strike a foreign object Operating WARNING Be sure no one other than the stop the engine Remove wire from the A operator is standing near the lawn mower spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower Your Lawn while starting engine or operating mower for any damage and repair the damage before Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly restarting and operating the mower Extensive vibra Mower ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon tion of the mower during operation is an indication of monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Keep hands damage The unit should be promptly inspected and feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving _ eaired parts on engine and lawn mower Operating Tips NOTE For the location of the primer on your mower refer to the engine manual shipped with your unit For best results do not cut wet grass 1 Push primer three times Wait about two seconds New grass thick grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut between each push Figure 4 2 In temperature around 55 F or below prime five times Do not prime Fora healthier lawn never cut more than one third of WARNING to restart a warm engine the total le
19. ngth of the grass DIG 2 Standing behind the mower squeeze the blade Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there lawn mower can result control handle against upper handle Figure 4 2 is growth in foreign objects being 3 Holding these two handles together firmly grasp Adjust ground speed according to condition of lawn thrown into the eyes recoil starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid which can damage your continuous full arm stroke Figure 4 2 Keeping a firm eyes severely Always grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind slowly wear safety glasses while Repeat until engine cranks Let the rope rewind each operating the mower time slowly 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 Figure 4 2 To start mower prime the engine squeeze blade engine and lawn mower control handle and pull recoil starter Stopping Engine 1 Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine 13 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground
20. ning at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device w 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 12 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
21. on 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 oe 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 2 Wash your skin and change clothes immediately 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 ope
22. or 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 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 Setup and Reference to right left front or back of the lawn mower is from the operating position only unless otherwise stated 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 Loose Parts Carton contents include wheels handles upper amp lower blade control handle and a hardware pack Be certain to remove all loose parts before discarding the carton For convenience of assembly identify and separate the pieces in the hardware pack according to Figure 3 1 below A set of adju
23. ower 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 Figure 5 2 Figure 5 2 The blade and corresponding hardware 14 3 Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft Figure 5 2 4 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 the blade follow the original angle of grind Grind each cutting edge equally to keep the blade balanced 5 Remove blade from the adapter and balance on a round shaft screwdriver for testing balance 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 6 Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft 7 Place the blade on the adapter such that the side of the blade marked Bottom or with part number faces ground when the mower is in the operating position Make sure that the blade is aligned and seated on blade adapter flanges 8 Place blade bell support on the blade Align notches on the blade bell support with small holes in blade 9 Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque
24. r Wheel 8 x 1 8 682 3064 Handle Bracket Assembly RH 682 3065 Handle Bracket Assembly LH 720 04072 Star Knob 731 04019 Trailshield 17098 Hinge Clip 710 1174 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 731 1035B Chute Deflector 732 1014 Torsion Spring 17032A Chute Hinge 747 0710 Hinge Pin 731 1034B Hinged Chute Deflector Assembly MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ForA For A Growing World World MTD The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its possessions and territories MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workman ship 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 war ranty 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 fo
25. r 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 batter ies 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 sol
26. ripped 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 Never pull
27. stable wrenches will be needed for assembly Figure 3 1 Contents of the Hardware Pack Figure 3 2 Remove the retainer and lower chute lt Blade Control blade control may Handle be detached Upper Handle Figure 3 4 Attach the lower handle to the brackets on deck Spark Plug Wire Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground it against the engine If engine is equipped with a rubber boot attach rubber boot to a bolt on the engine This will prevent the engine from firing during assembly Lower the Discharge Chute 1 For shipping purposes the chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer Push chute deflector up towards engine Holding deflector in this position remove the retainer and discard Figure 3 1 Setup and Adjustment 2 Lower the chute deflector carefully keeping your fingers out of the way Attach the Handles The lower handle has two flat ends with three holes each one small and two large The upper handle has indented ends with one hole and may have the blade control handle attached Figure 3 3 Reference to right left front or back of the lawn mower is from the operating position only unless otherwise stated Attaching Lower Handle NOTE Use the hardware in Group 1 to attach the lower handle 1 Place the lower handle over the handle bracket assemblies
28. star knobs shown in Figure 3 12 and Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the rangove gig logat mandig cutting height of the mower 3 Position each handle bracket stud into the appropriate hole in the lower handle Figure 3 12 Each end of the lower handle must be placed in the same position 4 Attach and tighten the star knobs 5 Reinsert starter rope into rope guide For instructions refer to the Setup section 1 Depress the lever towards the wheel and slide the lever assembly to desired position to change the cutting height Figure 3 11 IMPORTANT All wheels must be positioned at the same height Remember to attach the spark plug wire after completing the adjustments and before operating your mower Figure 3 11 Adjusting the cutting height Figure 3 12 Adjusting the handle height 10 NOTES Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING This blade control is a safety device Do not 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 Know Your Lawn Mower lt Blade Control Handle Recoil Starter 5 Cutting Height Adjustment Levers one at each wheel Chute Deflector Figure 4 1 The main components on the mower Now that you have assembled your
29. t 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 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 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 directi
30. tside of the upper handle and thread the wing nut only a few turns Figure 3 10 Do not tighten Setu D and Adjustment 2 Depress the blade control handle 3 Pull the recoil starter out of the engine 4 Slip the rope through the rope guide as shown in Figure 3 10 Tighten the wing nut to secure the rope guide Reattach the Spark Plug Fi 3 8 S ble to handle usi le ti Wire igure 3 8 Secure cable to lower Dale using aicable tie Reattach the spark plug wire to the spark plug If engine IMPORTANT is equipped with a rubber boot make sure the rubber This unit is shipped boot snaps down onto the spark plug 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 9 Install the wheels Figure 3 10 Secure the recoil starter 3 Setup and Adjustment WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing adjust ments IMPORTANT All wheels must be placed in the same position For rough or uneven lawns move the wheels to a higher position to prevent scalping of grass Adjustments 1 Always stop engine disconnect Handle Height spark plug and ground against For convenience of operating you may adjust the handle engine before performing height as follows adjustments 1 Remove the starter rope from the rope guide Cutting Heig ht 2 Remove the
31. ure 5 1 Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the chute deflector periodically with light oil to prevent rust Figure 5 1 Follow the accompanying engine manual for engine lubrication schedule and instructions Figure 5 1 Lubrication areas on the mower Cleaning the Mower Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent build up of grass clippings or other debris 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 NOTE Refer to Engine Manual for location of engine components 1 Disconnect spark plug wire 2 Drain gasoline or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap 3 Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up Hold the mower firmly 4 Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool Do not spray with water 5 Putthe mower back on its wheels on the ground If you had put plastic under the gas cap earlier make sure to remove it now 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 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Turn m
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