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Safe Operation
Practices • Set-Up • Operation
• Maintenance
• Service • Troubleshooting
OPER roR's
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Push Mower m Model 58K
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019
PrintedIn USA
FormNo.769-06186
(June4, 2010)
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Table of Contents
Safe Operation
Practices ........................................
& Set-Up ..................................................
& Features ................................................
Assembly
Controls
Service
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12
Troubleshooting
Opera tion ................................................................
13
Warranty
Maintenance
14
& Adjustment
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ImportantSafeOperationPractices
WARNING:
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could endanger
points out important
the personal
all instructions
safety and/or
in this manual
with these instructions
before
property
attempting
may result in personal
When you see this symbol.
safety instructions
of yourself
to operate
which,
if not followed,
and others.
this machine.
Read and follow
Failure to comply
injury.
HEED ITS WARNING!
CALIFORNIA
PROPOSITION
65
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
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WARNING:
Battery
compounds,
harm.
posts, terminals,
chemicals
known
and related
to the State of California
this manual.
operator
was built to be operated
As with any type of power
result in serious injury
equipment,
objects.
6.
before operation.
Keep this manual
reference
3.
This machine
Therefore,
of amputating
fingers,
hands,
safety instructions
could
inspect the area where the equipment
is to be
objects,
and thrown
personal
which
and the proper
use
exercise extreme
has been designed
caution
to perform
8.
at all
one job:
should
who are familiar
be allowed
material
or a thrown
zone behind
to use this
object
back
injury,
handles and keep children,
and pets at least 75 feet from
Stop machine
your eyes. Thrown
if anyone
mower
enters area.
objects
which
ricochet
can
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
operate
weight
11.
to ricochet
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing
an adjustment
or repair
cause serious injury
with these
against a wall or obstruction,
To help avoid blade contact
helpers
of material
and the like. Also,
material
to protect
10.
individuals
can cause serious
to avoid discharge
bystanders
which may cause discharged
toward the operator.
while it is in operation.
the instructions
and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised
by an adult.
pattern
roads, sidewalks,
bystanders,
9.
over or picked up
objects
injury.
stay in operator
purpose.
could be tripped
by the blade. Thrown
Plan your mowing
toward
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
rules of safe operation
machine.
Thoroughly
foreign
7.
piece of power equipment,
to mow grass. Do not use it for any other
Only responsible
or error on the part of the
the following
avoid discharging
Be completely
familiar with the controls
of this machine before operating
it.
is a precision
in a safe
and for ordering
2.
times. This machine
in
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other
place for future and regular
replacement
parts.
not a plaything.
is capable
practices
or death.
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)
to the safe operation
carelessness
Failure to observe
GeneralOperation
S.
lead and lead
to cause cancer and reproductive
according
can result in serious injury. This machine
toes and feet and throwing
4.
contain
harm. Wash hands after handling.
DANGER: This machine
1.
accessories
this machine
shoes are recommended.
or light-
(e.g. canvas) shoes.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating
cutting
Never
in bare feet, sandals, slippery
deck. Contact
hands, toes and feet.
parts or under the
with blade can amputate
fingers,
12. Amissing
ordamaged
discharge
cover
cancause
blade
contact
orthrown
object
injuries.
13. Many
injuries
occur
asaresult
ofthemower
beingpulled
overthefootduring
afallcaused
byslipping
ortripping.
Donotholdontothemower
ifyouarefalling;
release
the
handle
immediately.
14. Never
pullthemower
back
toward
youwhileyouare
walking.
Ifyoumustback
themower
away
fromawallor
obstruction
firstlookdownandbehind
toavoid
tripping
andthenfollowthese
steps:
a. Stepback
frommower
tofullyextend
yourarms.
b. Besureyouarewellbalanced
withsure
footing.
c. Pullthemower
backslowly,
nomore
thanhalfway
toward
you.
d. Repeat
these
steps
asneeded.
15.
Do not operate
alcohol
16.
while
under the influence
Do not engage the self-propelled
while
The blade control
starting
inoperative
contact
mechanism
and may result in personal
injury
If you feel you are losing your footing,
blade control handle immediately
rotating within three seconds.
release the
Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
21.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
23.
24.
Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
25.
Never attempt
adjustment
26.
to make a wheel or cutting
while
height
the engine is running.
the manufacturer.
made for this machine
Failure to do so can result in personal
injury.
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measure slopes before operating
SECTION
2
--
IMPORTANT
SAFE
OPERATION
PRACTICES
by
in this manual,
which
on slopes requires extra
this machine
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 direction 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.
serious personal
A slip and fall can cause
injury. If you feel you are losing your
balance, release the blade control
the blade will stop rotating within
handle immediately
three (3) seconds.
and
Do Not:
1.
Do not mow near drop-offs,
could lose your footing
ditches
or embankments,
you
or balance.
Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on
the slope gauge.
Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable
slipping.
footing
could cause
Children
Tragic accidents
presence
can occur if the operator
of children.
and the mowing
They do not understand
Never assume that children
1.
Keep children
is not alert to the
Children are often attracted
activity.
to the mower
the dangers.
will remain where you last saw them.
out of the mowing
care of a responsible
area and under watchful
adult other than the operator.
2.
Be alert and turn mower
3.
Before and while moving
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
suffer burns from a hot muffler.
6.
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions
Only use parts and accessories
are not covered
engine faster than
bruises or sprains
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
3.
Never operate mower without proper trail shield,
discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control 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.
occur which
can result in severe injury. Operation
light. Walk, never
Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to
a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds after the blade control is released.
Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you
are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
If situations
of starter cord
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
2.
20.
or good artificial
Rapid retraction
will pull hand and arm toward
Slope Operation
and the blade will stop
Mow only in daylight
run.
pull cord slowly until resistance
use care and good judgement.
Contact Customer Support
for assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer.
return
19.
22.
28.
must
Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal
engine,
you can let go. Broken bones, fractures,
could result.
to
through
blade. The blade control
operate easily in both directions and automatically
to the disengaged
position when released.
injury.
(kickback)
Doing so makes the safety device
with the rotating
When starting
is felt, then pull rapidly.
on machines
engine.
is a safety device. Never attempt
bypass its operation.
18.
of
or drugs.
so equipped
17.
the mower
27.
off if a child enters the area.
backwards,
and safe operation
and on the machine
adult.
and be trained
look behind and
engines.
practices
They can
in this manual
and supervised
by an
Service
3.
Check the blade and engine
intervals
To avoid personal
care in handling
injury
or property
damage
gasoline. Gasoline
is extremely
can ignite. Wash your skin and change
flammable
clothes
original
3.
Use only an approved
Never fill containers
gasoline
container.
inside a vehicle
4.
Remove gas-powered
equipment
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight
equipment
7.
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment
on a trailer with a portable
container,
5.
rather than from a gasoline
Keep the nozzle in contact
container
opening
dispenser
at all times
until fueling
Extinguish
of ignition.
all cigarettes,
nozzle.
is complete.
8.
Never remove gas cap oradd
because flammable
fuel while engine
fuel tank. Filltankto
below
of filler neck to provide
bottom
no more than 1 inch
which
10.
or fuel container
near an open
11.
heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other
To reduce fire hazard, keep machine
or other debris build-up.
cover, and trail shield
could expose
to be thrown.
check components
For safety
and replace
do not meet the original
equipment
performance
specifications
and compromise
gas appliances.
Clean up oil or fuel spillage
to cool at least 5 minutes
before
and
storing.
Engine exhaust
contains
carbon
monoxide,
area.
an odorless
repairing,
blade and all moving
spark plug wire and ground
starting.
or inspecting,
parts have stopped.
make certain the
Disconnect
or over-speed
safe
frequently
Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
13.
Maintain
or replace
safety and instruction
for cracks
labels, as
14.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper
disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment.
15.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA),
this product
has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
At the end of the Average Useful
inspected
annually
the
against the engine to prevent
by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents,
gas.
Before cleaning,
unintended
or in a poorly ventilated
setting
the maximum
Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings
Life have the machine
indoors
governor
controls
speed of the engine.
or 140 hours of operation.
Never run an engine
and deadly
the engine's
The governor
12.
free of grass, leaves,
any fuel soaked debris.
machine
Do not change
necessary.
GeneralService:
2.
discharge
or leaks. Replace if necessary.
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space
1.
frequently
the engine.
securely.
engine.
Never store the machine
Allow
components,
parts or allow objects
operating
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before
14.
height
the engine is running.
may lead to improper
for fuel expansion.
11.
remove
Grass catcher
Repair the
the mower.
immediately
with original equipment
manufacturer's
(O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts
before
Replace gasoline cap and tighten
13.
for any damage.
and operating
to make a wheel or cutting
while
protection,
is hot or
10.
12.
Never attempt
starting
safety!"
Never overfill
starting
inspect the mower
before
are subject to wear and damage which
vapors will
Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
with safety devices. Check their proper
regularly.
adjustment
9.
to be sure the
condition.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
moving
Never fuel machine indoors
accumulate in the area.
9.
8.
Do
cigars, pipes and other sources
7.
running.
refueling.
Never tamper
damage
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
6.
is in safe working
Thoroughly
with the rim of the fuel tank or
may lead to improper
safety!"
5.
operation
from the truck or
specifications
and compromise
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
6.
on the
blade
4.
or on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
ground away from your vehicle before filling.
equipment
performance
immediately.
2.
inspect
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
use extreme
and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can
occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes,
which
bolts at frequent
Also, visually
for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn)
SafeHandling Of Gasoline:
1.
mounting
for proper tightness.
injuries
or death.
Donot modifyengine
To avoid serious injury
or death, do not modify
engine
in any
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper
with factory
setting
of engine
SECTION 2 --
governor.
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
PRACTICES
S
SparkArrestor
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
are certified
to operate
may include
the following
Modification
(EM), Oxidizing
Injection
on regular
emission
unleaded
control
gasoline,
and
internal combustion
engine and should not be used
WARNING:
This machine is equipped with an
on or near any unimproved
forest-covered,
brush
i_ll
systems: Engine
Catalyst (OC), Secondary
covered
Air
or grass-covered
exhaust system is equipped
(SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
meeting
applicable
order by the operator.
above is required
with a spark attester
local or state laws (if any).
Ira spark arrester is used, it should
working
land unless the engine's
be maintained
by law (Section
4442 of the California
Resources Code). Other states may have similar
apply on federal
in effective
In the State of California
the
Public
laws. Federal laws
lands.
A spark attester for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department,
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SECTION 2 --
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
PRACTICES
P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear
machine before attempting
to assemble and operate.
on this product.
Read, understand,
and follow
all instructions
on the
READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand,
assemble
and follow
all instructions
in the manual(s) before
attempting
to
and operate
DANGER -- ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate
or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged,
unless discharge
cover
replace immediately.
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Do not mow
when
children
or others
are around.
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DANGER--
HAND/FOOT
CUT
Keep hands and feet away from rotating
parts.
DANGER -- THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects
that can be thrown
by the blade in any direction.
Wear safety glasses.
DANGER -- SLOPES
Use extra caution
,_
on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.
Allow
the engine to cool atFLAMMABLE
least two minutes
WARNING--GASOLINEIS
_
WARNING--
CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors
monoxide,
or in a poorly ventilated
follow
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and muffler
the warnings
WARNING:
and instructions
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING-HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler,
__\_%._
before refueling.
become
extremely
hot during
operation.
Allow engine
to cool before touching.
in this manual
Your Responsibility--Restrict
and on the machine.
the use
of this INSTRUCTIONS!
power machine to persons
SAVE
THESE
SECTION 2 --
who read, understand
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
and
PRACTICES
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WARNING:
Do not operate
(a rise of approximately
mowers
up and down
up and down
slopes.
your lawn mower
on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees
2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding
mower
could overturn
slopes, never across the face of slopes. Operate
walk-behind
and cause serious injury. Operate
mowers
riding
across the face of slopes, never
3
Assembly
& Set-Up
Contentsof Carton
One Lawn Mower
One Grass Catcher
One Lawn Mower
Operator's
Manual
One Engine Operator's
Assembly
NOTE:This
2.
unit is shipped
without
gasoline
Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed
manual
BEFORE operating
or oil in the engine.
in the accompanying
engine
One Bottle of Oil
Manual
Locate hairpin clip in one hole on the weld pin on each side
of lower handle.
a.
Remove hairpin clip from this hole. Using a pair of
pliers, insert hairpin clip into the other
your mower.
hole on the
weld pin. Repeat on other side. See Fig. 3-2.
Handle
1.
Remove any packing material
upper and lower handles.
a.
which
may be between
Carriage
Pull up and back on upper
I
3-1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely
into the handle
cable while
mounting
lifting
Bolts
(2)
handle as shown in Fig.
brackets.
Handle
Hardware
/
Wing Nuts (2)
Do not crimp
the handle up.
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Figure 3=2
b.
Insert a carriage bolt found
the upper
in the manual
hole on the handle mounting
bag into
bracket.
Secure with one plastic wing nut, also included
the manual
with remaining
Figure 34
b.
Tighten
handle.
star knobs securing upper handle to lower
See Fig. 3-1. Make sure that each carriage
bolt is seated properly
in the handle.
in
bag. See Fig. 3-2. Repeat on other side
hardware
from manual
bag.
3.
The rope guide is attached
handle.
to the right side of the upper
Loosen the wing nut which
GrassCatcher
secures the rope guide.
Follow steps below to assemble
See Fig. 3-3.
needed).
the grass catcher (if
Make certain bag is turned
assembling
(warning
right side out before
label will be on the outside).
a.
Place bag over frame
at the bottom.
b.
Slip plastic channel
so that its black plastic side is
of grass bag over hooks on the
frame. See Fig. 3-5. All the plastic channels
center top of bag attach from outside
except
of bag.
F
Figure
4.
3-3
a.
Hold blade control
against
upper
b.
Pull starter rope out of the engine.
control handle.
c.
Slip starter
d.
Tighten
handle.
Release blade
rope into rope guide.
Figure
wing nut.
Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower
handle. Pull cable tie tight and trim excess. See Fig. 3-4.
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Figure 3-4
SECTION
3 --
ASSEMBLY&
SET-UP
c.
Attach
3-5
center top of bag from inside of bag.
2_
Follow steps below to attach grass catcher:
a.
Lift rear discharge
b.
Place grass catcher
discharge
Adjustments
door.
on the pivot
CuttingHeight
rod. Let go of
An adjusting
door so that it rests on the grass catcher.
cutting
See Fig. 3-6.
plate and thumb
Depress lever towards
2.
lever at each wheel provides
height adjustment.
wheel.
Move it to any one of the positions for desired cutting
height. See Fig. 3-7. Make sure that each wheel is
positioned
at the same height.
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Figure 3-6
To remove
grass catcher,
Lift grass catcher
discharge
lift rear discharge
door on the mower.
up and out, off of the pivot rod. Release rear
door to allow
it to close rear opening
of mower.
Figure 3-7
WARNING:
Never operate
mower
on the grass catcher are firmly
rod and the rear discharge
top of the grass catcher.
unless the hooks
seated on the pivot
door rests firmly
3.
against
Release lever towards
mower
IMPORTANT:All
wheels
relative
For rough
position.
height adjustment
scalping of grass.
deck.
must be placed
or uneven
in the same
lawns, move the
lever to a higher position.
This will stop
Set-Up
(;as and Oil Fill-Up
Refer to the separate engine owner's
manual
for additional
engine information.
1.
Add oil provided
of the box.
2_
Service the engine with gasoline as instructed
separate engine owner's manual.
_
before
starting
unit for the first time out
in the
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the
WARNING:
Use extreme
handling
vapors are explosive.
Nevercare
fuel when
the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP
11
4
Controls
and Features
Recoil Starter
Grasscatcher
Figure 4=1
BladeControl
The blade control
RecoilStarter
is attached
to the upper
Depress and squeeze it against the upper
handle of the mower.
handle to operate
the
unit. Release itto stop engine and blade.
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Never attempt to bypass its operations.
ARNING:
This blade control is a safety device.
The recoil starter
behind
is attached
One adjustment
adjust the cutting
lever is located
on each wheel and is used to
height. All four levers have to be at the same
relative
position
height,
refer to the "Assembly
to ensure a uniform
cut. To adjust the cutting
& Set-Up" Section.
handle.
Stand
rope to start the unit.
GrassCatcher
The grass catcher,
located
the grass clippings
any further
mowing.
at the rear of the mower, is used to bag
for disposal
full, it has to be removed
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever
to the right upper
the unit and pull the recoil starter
at another
from the mower
site. Once the bag is
and emptied
before
Operation
f
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,
Engine exhaust
poorly ventilated
contains carbon
odorless and deadly
Standing
control
2.
behind
against
the mower,
upper
squeeze and hold the blade
lightly
rapidly
compression,
start the engine.
parts on
handle.
Pull the recoil starter
to overcome
an
gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving
engine and lawn mower.
1.
areas.
monoxide,
until
resistance
prevent
Repeat if necessary.
is felt, then pull
kickback,
and
See Fig. 5-1.
NOTE: Do not allow the recoil starter
to snap back against
the rope guide.
Stopping Engine
1.
Release blade control
to stop the engine and blade.
Figure 5-1
before performing
anythework
on to
thestop
mower
or to
WARNING:
Wait for
blade
completely
remove the grass catcher.
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UsingGrassCatcher
You can use the grass catcher to collect
operating the mower.
UsingYourLawnMower
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other
which
could damage
be accidently
lawn mower
thrown
serious personal
or engine.
by the mower
in any direction
injury to the operator
objects
1.
Such objects could
mower
performing
any adjustments
the mower,
or while
or repairs on it.
Usingas Mulcher
For mulching
discharge
grass, remove the grass catcher
and allow the rear
of mower.
For effective
mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been allowed
grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not recommended.
to bag clippings
collect
you are
in the
will
in bag as you run mower.
Operate
till grass bag is full.
2.
Stop engine completely
by releasing the blade control.
Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop.
3.
Lift discharge
door and pull grass bag up and away from
the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass
clippings and reinstall the bag when complete.
WARNING:
If you strike a foreign object, stop the
engine. Remove wire from the spark plug,
door to close the rear opening
the grass catcher
instructions
while
& Set-Up" section. Grass clippings
automatically
and others.
safety glasses while operating
grass catcher following
"Assembly
and cause
result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
WARNING:
The operation
any lawnAlways
mower wear
can
which
can damage
your eyesofseverely.
_
Attach
clippings
instead.
to
Use
thoroughly
inspect
repair damage
Extensive vibration
indication
inspected
mower
before
for any damage,
restarting
of mower
and
and operating.
during
of damage. The unit should
and repaired.
operation
is an
be promptly
13
6
Maintenance
& Adjustments
Maintenance
2.
Lubricate
motor
GeneralRecommendations
Always observe
maintenance.
The warranty
safety rules when
performing
does not cover items that
the torsion
discharge
door periodically
Changing
DeckCare
of engine-governed
speed will void engine
on the rear
with light oil to prevent
rust.
Follow the accompanying
schedule and instruction
engine manual for lubrication
for engine lubrication.
for this job.
and make sure these are
1.
tight.
Disconnect
mower
Always stop engine,
plug, and ground
against
any type of maintenance
disconnect
engine before
spark
2.
spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from
lawn
or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip mower
so that it rests on the housing.
with the air cleaner
performing
facing
Keep the side
up. Hold mower
firmly.
on your machine.
any direction
and do not leave the mower tipped for
WARNING:
tip can
the drain
mower into
more
° in
any
length of Never
time. Oil
the than
upper90 part
Lubrication
Lubricate
spring and pivot points
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent
build-up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below
be checked at least once each
check all fasteners
WARNING:
of the wheel
See Fig. 6-1.
4.
wa rra nty.
I.
Lubricate
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed
here.
Periodically
for any reason, lubricate
any
3.
should
at least once a season with light oil (or
are removed
surface of the pivot arm and inner surface
with light oil. See Fig. 6-1.
on this lawn mower
All adjustments
season.
the wheels
oil). If wheels
pivot points
on the blade control
season with light oil. The blade control
in both directions. See Fig. 6-1.
at least once a
must operate
freely
of the engine causing a starting
3.
Scrape and clean the underside
problem.
of the deck with a suitable
tool. Do not spray with water.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use a pressure washer or garden
to clean your unit. These may cause damage
or the engine.
The use of water will result in shortened
and reduce serviceability.
4.
Figure 6-1
hose
to bearings,
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. Ifyou
had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to
remove it now.
life
EngineCare
ReplacingRear Flap
A list of key engine maintenance
performance
accompanying
Maintain
by the mower
jobs required
for good
1.
is given below. Follow the
engine manual
for a detailed
oil level as instructed
list and instructions.
in engine
manual.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
Clean every few hours under extremely
To remove rear flap, lift rear door, and press flap in on
either side to remove from hole. See Fig. 6-2.
r
conditions.
dusty conditions.
Poor engine performance
and flooding usually indicates
that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air
cleaner, refer to the engine
manual.
Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. Spark
plug replacement
mowing
is recommended
season. Check engine
at the start of each
manual for correct
plug
type and gap specifications.
Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the
top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation.
Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible
area.
debris from muffler
Figure 6-2
2.
Remove flap from opposite
in the opposite
hole and replace with new flap
order and manner
SECTION 6 --
of removal.
MAINTENANCE
& ADJUSTMENTS
15
7
Service
Blade Care
WARNING:
sharpening
When removing
or replacement,
the cutting
protect
blade for
your hands with
a pair of heavy gloves or usea heavy rag to hold the
blade.
Periodically
inspect the blade adapter
strike a foreign object. Replace when
below for blade service.
1.
for cracks, especially
necessary.
5.
if you
the engine crankshaft
part number)
Remove the bolt and the blade bell support
which
operating
See
faces the ground
position.
when the mower
is in the
Make sure that the blade is aligned
seated on the blade adapter
Place blade bell support on the blade. Align notches
blade bell support with small holes in blade.
7.
Replace hex bolt and tighten
rain., 600 in. Ibs. max.
Fig. 7-1.
To ensure safe operation
blade bolt for correct
and
flanges.
6.
hold the
to the engine crankshaft.
and the inner surface of
with light oil. Slide the blade adapter
onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter
such that the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with
Disconnect spark plug boot from spark plug. Turn mower
on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor
blade and the blade adapter
Lubricate
the blade adapter
Follow the steps
are facing up.
2.
excessive vibration
when rotating at high speeds. It
ARNING:
An unbalanced
will cause
may
cause damage
to mower blade
and could
break
causing personal injury.
_
hex bolt to torque:
of your mower,
periodically
on the
450 in. Ibs.
check the
torque.
Off-SeasonStorage
The following
steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower
for storage.
Clean and lubricate mower
lubrication
instructions.
thoroughly
Do not use a pressure washer or garden
unit.
Coat mower's
cutting
as described
in the
hose to clean your
blade with chassis grease to prevent
rusting.
Refer to engine
instructions.
manual
for correct engine storage
Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
J
Figure 7-1
When storing
ventilated
rust-proof
equipment,
3.
Remove blade and adapter
7-1.
from the crankshaft.
See Fig.
4.
Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance.
Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to check.
Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.
When sharpening
the blade, follow
grind. Grind each cutting
balanced.
the original
angle of
edge equally to keep the blade
mower
any type of power equipment
in a poorly
or metal storage shed, care should be taken to
the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
especially
before storage.
cables and all moving
parts of your lawn
Troubleshooting
Problem
Engine Fails to start
Cause
1.
Remedy
Blade control disengaged.
1. Engage blade control.
2. Spark plug boot disconnected.
2. Connect wire to spark boot.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Engine not primed (if equipped
with primer).
4. Prime engine as instructed
in the Operation
section.
5. Faulty spark plug.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Blocked
6. Clean fuel line.
Z
Engine
fuel line.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not
flooded.
prime.
8. Fuel valve (if equipped)
9.
Engine runs erratic
Engine not choked
closed.
(if equipped
8. Open fuel valve. See engine manual.
with choke).
9. Choke engine. See engine manual.
1. Spark plug boot loose.
1. Connect and tighten
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
spark plug boot.
gasoline.
3. Ventin
Engine
overheats
Occasional
skips
(hesitates) at
3. Clear vent.
gas cap plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
5. Refer to engine manual.
6. Unit running
applied.
6. Push CHOKE knob in.
with CHOKE (if equipped)
1. Engine oil level low.
1. Fill crankcase
2. Air flow restricted.
2. Clean area around
1. Spark plug gap too close.
1. Adjust gap to .030".
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.
1. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
2. Refer to engine manual.
1. Cutting
1. Tighten
with proper
oil.
and on top of engine.
high speed
Idles poorly
Excessive Vibration
blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting
Mower
will not
blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. See an authorized
blade.
service dealer.
1. Wet grass.
1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until
later to cut.
2. Excessively high grass.
2.
mulch grass
Mow once at a high cutting
height, then
mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting path.
3. Dull blade.
Uneven cut
1. Wheels not positioned
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
correctly.
1. Place all four wheels in same height
(if equipped
2. Dull blade.
with individual
position
height adjusters).
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
17
9
ReplacementParts
f
Component
_
G
Part Number
759-3336
Spark Plug (Kohler)
KH-14-083-01-S
Air Filter Cartridge
KH-14-227-04-S
FuelTank Cap (Kohler)
734-04014C
Wheel (Front)
734-04127
Wheel(Rear)
964-04007A
Grass Bag
942-0741
Phone (800) 800-7310
serial number
or (330) 220-4683
ready). Parts Manual
to order replacement
downloads
are also available
and Description
parts or a complete
Mulching
Parts Manual
(Kohler)
Blade
(have your full model number
free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com
and
19
MANUFACTURER'S
LiMiTED WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States
and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
"MTD" warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and
Attachments as described below) 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, tines, grass bags,
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
Attachments-- MTD warrants attachments for this product against
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year,
commencing on the date of the attachment's original purchase or
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:
grass collectors and mulch kits.
HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service dealer.
To locate the dealer in your area:
In the U.S.A.
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-2204683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call 1-800668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.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. Referto applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.
FOR
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 sold or exported
outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their respective
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.
h. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or 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. Duringthe 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.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO 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
MTD Canada Limited = KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1=800=668=1238
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