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22=inch Rotary Mower-
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Model 263
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning: This unit isequippedwith an internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brushcoveredor grass-coveredland unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresterisused,it shouldbe maintainedineffectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveisrequiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHiO 44136-0019
FORMNO.769-02337
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 Gauge .......................................................
Safe Operation Practices ...................................
Setup and Adjustment .......................................
Operating Your Lawn Mower ..............................
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower .........................
3
4
6
8
10
Troubleshooting ................................................
Safety Labels ....................................................
Parts List ...........................................................
Warranty ............................................
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13
14
Back Cover
MTDLLC reservesthe rightto changeproductspecifications,designs,andequipmentwithoutnoticeandwithoutincurringobligation.
Finding and Recording Model Number
BEFOREASSEMBLINGYOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,please
locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate provided 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 necessary to use the manufacturer's web site, to obtain
assistance from the Customer Support Department, or when
contacting an authorized service dealer.
Model Number
Serial Number
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CLEVELAND,OH 44136
www.yardman.com
330-220-4683
800-800-731
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Please do NOTreturn
purchased,
without
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first contacting
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it was
Support.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regardingthe controls, operation,or maintenanceof this
unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
= Visit www.yardman.com. Click on the Service & Support menu option.
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Phone a Customer Support Representativeat 1-800-800-7310.
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your unit, for more information.
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WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductiveharm.
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.
Failureto observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Children
RNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructionswhich, if
not followed, could
endangerthe personal
i safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
Failureto comply with
these instructions may
result in personal injury.
i When you see this
symbol.
HEED iTS WARNING
Your
i Flesponsibility
I
Restrict the use
i of this power machine
to persons who read.
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.
Tragicaccidentscan occur if operatoris not alert to presence
of children.Childrenare oftenattractedto mowerand mowing
activity.Theydo not understandthe dangers.Neverassume
thatchildrenwill remainwhereyou lastsawthem.
1. Keepchildrenout of the mowingareaand underwatchful
careof a responsibleadultotherthanthe operator.
2. Be alert andturn moweroff if a childentersthe area.
3. Beforeand whilemovingbackwards,look behindanddown
forsmallchildren.
4. Useextremecare when approachingblind corners,
doorways,shrubs,trees,or otherobjectsthat may obscure
yourvisionof a child whomay run intothe mower.
5. Keepchildrenawayfrom hot or runningengines.Theycan
sufferburnsfrom a hot muffler.
6. Neverallowchildrenunder14 yearsoldto operatea power
mower.Children14 yearsoldand overshouldreadand
understandoperationinstructionsandsafetyrulesinthis
manualandshouldbe trainedandsupervisedbya parent.
General
Operation
1. Readthis operator'smanualcarefullyin its entiretybefore
attemptingto assemblethis machine.Read,understand,
andfollowall instructionson the machineandin the
manual(s)beforeoperation.Be completelyfamiliar with
the controls andthe proper useof this machinebefore
operatingit. Keepthis manualin a safe place forfuture
and regularreferenceand for orderingreplacementparts.
2. This machineis a precision pieceof powerequipment,
not a plaything.Therefore,exerciseextremecautionat all
times.Yourunit has beendesignedto performonejob: to
mowgrass. Do not use it for any otherpurpose.
3. Neverallow childrenunder 14yearsold to operatethis
machine.Children 14yearsold and overshould readand
understandthe instructionsinthis manualandshould
be trainedand supervisedby a parent.Onlyresponsible
individualswho arefamiliar withthese rulesof safe
operationshould be allowedto usethis machine.
4. Thoroughlyinspectthe area wherethe equipmentis to
be used. Removeall stones,sticks,wire, bones,toys and
otherforeignobjectswhichcould be tripped overor picked
up andthrown by the blade.Thrownobjectscan cause
seriouspersonalinjury.Plan yourmowingpatternto avoid
dischargeof materialtoward roads,sidewalks,bystanders
andthe like.Also, avoiddischargingmaterialagainsta
wall or obstructionwhich may causedischargedmaterial
to ricochet backtoward the operator.
5. Tohelp avoid bladecontact or a thrown objectinjury,
stay inoperatorzone behindhandlesand keepchildren,
bystanders,helpers,and pets at least75 feet from mower
whileit is inoperation.Stop machineif anyoneenters
area.
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6. Alwayswearsafetyglasses or safetygogglesduringoperation andwhile performingan adjustmentor repairto protect
youreyes. Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan causeserious
injury to the eyes.
7. Wearsturdy, rough-soledworkshoesand close-fitting
slacksandshirts. Shirtsand pantsthatcoverthe arms and
legs andsteel-toedshoesare recommended.Neveroperate
this machinein bare feet,sandals, slipperyor lightweight
(e.g. canvas)shoes.
8. Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or undercutting
deck. Contactwithblade can amputatehands andfeet.
9. A missingor damageddischargecovercan cause blade
contactor thrownobject injuries.
10. Manyinjuriesoccuras a resultof the mowerbeing pulled
overthe foot duringa fall causedby slippingor tripping.
Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; releasethe
handle immediately.
11. Neverpullthe mowerback towardyou whileyou are
walking.If you must backthe mowerawayfrom a wall or
obstructionfirst look down and behindto avoid trippingand
thenfollowthese steps:
a. Stepback from mowerto fully extend yourarms.
b. Be sure youare well balancedwithsurefooting.
c. Pullthe mowerback slowly,no morethan half way
toward you.
d. Repeatthesesteps as needed.
12. Do not operatethe mowerwhileunderthe influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
13. Do not engage the self-propelledmechanismon units so
equippedwhilestartingengine.
14. The bladecontrol handle is a safetydevice.Neverattempt
to bypassits operation.Doingso makesthe safetydevice
inoperativeandmay result in personalinjurythrough
contactwiththe rotatingblade. The bladecontrol handle
mustoperateeasily in bothdirectionsandautomatically
returnto the disengagedpositionwhen released.
15. Neveroperate the mowerinwet grass. Alwaysbe sure of
yourfooting. A slip and fall can causeseriouspersonal
injury.If you feel you are losing yourfooting,releasethe
bladecontrol handle immediatelyand the bladewill stop
rotatingwithinthreeseconds.
16. Mowonly in daylightor good artificial light. Walk,never run.
17. Stopthe bladewhen crossinggraveldrives, walksor roads.
18. If the equipmentshouldstartto vibrateabnormally,stop the
engineand check immediatelyfor the cause.Vibrationis
generallya warningof trouble.
19. Shutthe engineoff andwait untilthe bladecomesto a
completestop beforeremovingthe grasscatcheror unclogging the chute.
The cuttingblade continuesto rotatefor a fewseconds
accumulatein the area.
after the engine is shut off. Neverplace any part of the body
inthe bladearea untilyou are surethe bladehas stopped
rotating.
20. Neveroperate mowerwithoutpropertrailshield, discharge
cover,grass catcher,bladecontrol handle,or othersafety
protectivedevices in placeand working.Neveroperate
mowerwithdamagedsafetydevices.Failureto do so can
resultin personalinjury.
21. Mufflerandengine becomehot andcan causea burn.Do
not touch.
9. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whileengine is hot or
running. Allow engineto cool at least two minutesbefore
refueling.
10. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan Y2inch
below bottomof filler neckto providefor fuel expansion.
11. Replacegasoline cap andtighten securely.
12. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Moveunit to another area.Wait 5 minutesbeforestarting
engine.
13. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containernear an open
flame,sparkor pilot light as on a water heater,space
heater,furnace, clothesdryer,or othergas appliances.
14. Toreducefire hazard,keepmowerfree of grass, leaves,
or other debrisbuild-up.Clean up oil or fuel spillage and
removeany fuel soakeddebris.
15. Allow a mowerto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.
22. Only use parts and accessoriesmadefor this machineby
manufacturer.Failureto do so can result inpersonalinjury.
23. If situationsoccurwhich are not coveredin this manual,
use careand goodjudgment. Contactyourdealerfor
assistance.Telephone1-800-800-7310for the name of your
nearestdealer.
Slope Operation
General Service:
Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto slip andfallaccidentswhich
can resultinsevereinjury.Operationon slopes requiresextra
caution.If you feel uneasyon a slope,do not mow it.For your
safety,usethe slope gaugeincludedas part of this manualto
measureslopes beforeoperatingthis unit on a slopedor hilly
area.If the slope is greaterthan 15degrees,do not mowit.
1. Neverrun an engine indoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorlessand
deadlygas.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertainthe
bladeandall movingparts havestopped.Disconnectthe
sparkplug wire andgroundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.
3. Checkthe bladeandengine mountingbolts atfrequent
intervalsfor propertightness.Also,visuallyinspectbladefor
damage(e.g.,bent,cracked,worn) Replacebladewiththe
originalequipmentmanufacture's(O.E.M.)bladeonly,listed
inthis manual."Use of partswhichdo not meetthe original
equipmentspecificationsmay leadto improperperformance
andcompromisesafety!"
4. Mowerbladesare sharp andcan cut.Wrap the bladeor wear
gloves,anduse extracautionwhen servicingthem.
5. Keepall nuts,bolts, andscrewstight to be surethe equipmentis insafe workingcondition.
6. Nevertamperwithsafetydevices.Checktheir proper operation regularly.
7. Afterstrikinga foreignobject,stop the engine,disconnect the sparkplug wire andgroundagainstthe engine.
Thoroughlyinspectthe mowerfor any damage.Repairthe
damagebeforestartingandoperatingthe mower.
8. Neverattemptto makea wheel or cuttingheightadjustment
whilethe engine is running.
9. Grasscatchercomponents,dischargecover,andtrail
shield aresubjectto wear anddamagewhichcould expose
movingparts or allowobjectsto be thrown.For safety
protection,frequentlycheck componentsandreplaceimmediatelywithoriginal equipmentmanufacturer's(O.E.M.)
parts only,listed inthis manual."Use of parts which do
not meetthe original equipmentspecificationsmaylead to
improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!"
10. Do not changethe enginegovernorsettingor overspeedthe
engine.The governorcontrolsthe maximumsafe operating
speedof the engine.
11. Maintainor replacesafetylabels,as necessary.
12. Observeproperdisposallawsand regulations.Improper
disposalof fluidsand materialscan harmthe environment.
Do:
1. Mowacrossthe face of slopes; neverup anddown.
Exerciseextremecaution when changingdirectionon
slopes.
2. Watchfor holes,ruts,rocks, hiddenobjects,or bumpswhich
can causeyouto slip or trip. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.
3. Alwaysbe sure of yourfooting.A slip andfall can cause
serious personalinjury.If you feel you are losingyour
balance,releasethe bladecontrol handle immediately,and
the bladewill stop rotatingwithin 3 seconds.
Do Not:
1. Donot mownear drop-offs, ditchesor embankments,where
you could loseyour footingor balance.
2. Donot mowslopes greaterthan 15degrees asshown on
the slope gauge.
3. Donot mowon wetgrass. Unstablefooting could cause
slipping.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. To avoid personalinjury or propertydamage useextreme
care inhandlinggasoline. Gasolineis extremelyflammable
and the vapors are explosive.Serious personalinjury can
occur when gasolineis spilled on yourself or your clothes
which can ignite.
2. Wash yourskin andchangeclothesimmediately.
3. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.
4. Neverfill containers insidea vehicle or on a truckor trailer
bedwitha plasticliner.Alwaysplace containerson the
ground awayfrom yourvehicle beforefilling.
5. Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthe truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground.If this is not possible,then refuel
such equipmenton a trailer witha portablecontainer,rather
than from a gasoline dispensernozzle.
6. Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththe rim of the fuel tank or
container openingat all times until fuelingis complete.Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.
7. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars,pipes and othersources
of ignition.
8. Neverfuel machineindoorsbecauseflammablevaporswill
WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions which, if
not followed, could
endangerthe personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
Failureto 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.
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1. Beforeassembling,removethe unit fromthe carton.
a. Opencarton and removelooseparts includedwith
unit. Do notcrimp cableswhile removingloose
parts or the entireunitfrom the carton.
b. Cut cornersand laycartondownflat. Remove
packingmaterial.Rollor slideunit outof carton.
Checkcartonthoroughlyfor looseparts.
2. For shippingpurposes,the chutedeflectoron your
moweris held in an uprightpositionbya retainer.
Removethe retaineras follows:
a. Pull chutedeflectorup and back towardsengine.
Holdingdeflectorin this position,removethe
retainerand discard,Figure3-1.
b. Lowerthe chute deflectorcarefullykeepingyour
fingersout of the way.
Figure3-1:Removeretainerfrom undersideof chute.
c. If wantingto side dischargegrassclippings,remove
the mulchplug. Referto theAdjustmentsectionon
WARNING
the followingpage for instructions.
Thechute retainermust
be removed and discarded
_
before operatingthe
mower.
WARNING:The chute retainer must be
removedand discarded before operating the
mower.
3. Performthe followingsequencefor handlesetup:
a. Lift the upper handleup from the foldedposition
and pull it backto the extendedposition,Figure
3-2.The handleshouldclickinto this position.
b. Makesurethe carriageboltis seatedproperlyin
the handle.Tightenstar knobsto secureupper
handleto the lowerhandle
4. Followthe stepsbelowto securethe lowerhandleto
the handlemountingbrackets:
Eachend ofthe lower
handlemust be attached
a. Positioneach handlebracketstud intothe top or
bottomhole in the lowerhandle,Figure3-3.
Figure3-2:Unfoldhandleandtighten hardware.
b. Tightenthe star knobs.
to the handlemounting
brackets at the same
Note: The handleheightmay be adjusted at anytime
by moving the stud on each bracket to the other hole
on each side of the lower handle.
position.
iMPORTANT:This unitis
shipped withoutgasoline
or oil in the engine.FUl
up gasolineand oUas
instructedin the accompanyingengine manual
BEFOREoperatingyour
mower.
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Figure3-4:Usecabletieto securecablesto lowerhandle.
Figure3-3:Securelowerhandleto mountingbrackets.
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Tosecurecablesto lowerhandle,wrapcablesaround
lowerhandleusingthe cabletie. Pull cabletie tight
and trim excess,Figure3-4.
.
Followthe stepsbelowto securethe recoilstarter,
Figure3-5.
a. Holdthe bladecontrol againsttheupper handle.
b. Slowlypull starterrope out of engine.
c. Slip starterrope intothe rope guide.
d. Tightenropeguide wingnut.
Figure3-5:Pullrecoilstarterthroughropeguideandtighten.
Adjustments
Cutting
Height Adjustment
Mulch Plug (if equipped)
Eachwheelhasa heightadjustmentleverto changethe
cuttingheightof the mower.Followthe stepsbelowto
adjustthe cuttingheight.NOTE:All wheels must be
movedto the same position.For roughor uneven
lawns, movethe height adjustment lever to a higher
position.
1. Depressheightadjustmentlevertowardswheel,
Figure3-6.
Insteadof expellingthe clippingsfrom the sidedischarge
chute,the mowerhasthe optionof recirculatingthe
clippingsback to the lawnby installing
the optional
mulchingplug.
1. Lift up and holdthe side dischargechute.Insertbottom lip of the mulchingplug insidethe chuteopening,
Figure3-7.
2. Snaphookson the mulchingplug overthe hingepin.
The hooksmustsnap intoplaceon the hingepin,
lockingthe mulchingplug firmlyontomower.Release
chute deflector.
2. Slide leverto desiredpositionfor a changein cutting
height.
3. Releaselevertowardsdeck.
CUTTINGHEIGHT
Forroughor uneven
lawns,movethe height
adjustmentlever to a
higher position.Thiswill
stop scalpingof grass.
MULCHPLUG(if equipped)
Forproperassembly,
installbottom lip inside
chuteopening before
placinghooks overthe
hinge pin.
IMPORTANT:This unit is
shippedwithout gasoline
or oil in the engine. Fill
up gasoline and oil as
instructedin the accompanyingengine manual
BEFOREoperatingyour
mower.
Figure3-6: Usethe leverat eachwheelto adjustthe cutting
height.
Figure3-7: Installthe optional mulchplug to use the moweras
a mulcher.
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Drive
Control
Your Lawn
Recoil Starter
Mower
HeightAdjustment
Levers(one at each
wheel)
WARNING
The blade controlis a
safetydevice.Never
attemptto bypassits
operations.
Use extremecarewhen
i handlinggasoline.
Gasolineis extremely
flammable and the vapors
are explosive.Neverfuel
the machineindoorsor
whUethe engineis hot
i or running.Extinguish
cigarettes,cigars, pipes
and other sourcesof
i ignition.
Figure4-1:The majorcomponentson the mower.
Nowthat you havesetupyour lawnmowerfor operation,it's importantto becomeacquaintedwith its controlsand
features.
Blade Control
Cutting
Theblade controlis attachedto the upperhandleof
the mower.Depressand squeezeit againstthe upper
handleto operatethe unit. Releaseit to stop engineand
blade.
One adjustmentleveris locatedat eachwheeland is
usedto adjustthe cuttingheight.All fourleversmustbe
movedto the samepositionto ensurea uniformcut.
Levers
Recoil Starter
The recoilstarteris attachedto the rightupper handle.
Standbehindthe unitand pullthe recoilstarterropeto
startthe unit.
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ARNING:This bladecontrolmechanismis
a safety device.Neverattempt to bypass its
operations.
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
Drive Control
i Keephandsand feet
awayfrom the chutearea
on cuttingdeck. Referto
warninglabelon the unit.
Height Adjustment
Referto the enginemanualfor instructions.
Thedrivecontrol islocatedon the undersideof the
upperhandleand is usedto engagethe drive.Squeeze
it againstthe upper handleto engagethedrive; release
itto slow downor stopthe mowerfrom propelling.
Mulch
1. Checkoil leveland add oil if necessary.
2. Servicethe enginewith gasoline.
Plug (if equipped)
WARNING: Useextremecarewhen handling
gasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable
and the vaporsare explosive.Neverfuel the machine
indoorsor while the engineis hot or running.Extinguish cigarettes,cigars, pipesand other sourcesof
ignition.
insteadof collectingthe grassclippings inthe grass
catcher,yourmowerhas theoptionof recirculatingthe
clippingsbackto the lawn.installthemulch plug by
followingthe instructions
inthe Setupsection.
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ARNING:The operationof any lawnmower
can result in foreign objects being thrown
intothe eyes,whichcan damageyoureyes severely.
Alwayswear safetyglasseswhileoperatingthe
mower,or while performingany adjustmentsor
repairson it.
Starting Engine
Your LaWn
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WARNING:Be sureno one otherthanthe
operatoris standingnear the lawnmower
whilestartingengineor operatingmower.Never
run engineindoorsor in enclosed,poorly ventilated
areas. Engine exhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, an
odorlessand deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and
looseclothing awayfrom any movingpartson engine
and lawn mower.
MoWer
Figure4-2:The steps involvedinstartingthe engine.
1. Pushprimerthreetimes.Wait abouttwo seconds
betweeneachpush, Figure4-2. In temperature
around55°For below,primefive times. Do notprime
to restarta warm engine.
Using Your Lawn Mower
2. Standingbehindthe mower,squeezethe bladecontrol Be sure lawnis clearof stones,sticks,wire, or other
againstupper handle,Figure4-2.
objectswhichcoulddamagelawnmoweror engine.
3. Holdingthesetwo handlestogetherfirmly,grasp recoil Suchobjectscouldbe accidentlythrownbythe mower
starterhandleand pull ropeout with a rapid,continu- in any directionand causeseriouspersonalinjuryto the
ous, full arm stroke,Figure4-2. Keepinga firm grip on operatorand others.
the starterhandle,letthe roperewindslowly.Repeat
until enginecranks.Letthe rope rewindeachtime
slowly.
Stopping
.
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WARNING:if you strike a foreign object,
stop the engine. Removewire from the spark
plug,thoroughly inspectmower for any damage,
and repair damage before restarting and operating.
Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an
indicationof damage. The unit should be promptly
inspectedand repaired.
Engine
Releasebladecontrol to stop theengineand blade.
2. Disconnectsparkplug wirefrom spark plug and
groundagainstthe engine.
,_
1. Oncethe engineis running,squeezethedrive
controlagainstthe upperhandleto propelmower.
WARNING:Wait for the blade to stop completelybefore performingany work on the
mower.
* Forbest results,do notcut wet grass.
* Fora healthierlawn, nevercut off morethan onethirdof the total lengthof the grass.
Using
as Mulcher
Formulchinggrass,installmulch plugfollowingthe
instructionsin the Setupsection.
* Foreffectivemulching,do notcut wet grass.
* Newor thick grassmay requirea narrowercut.
Adjustgroundspeedaccordingto conditionof lawn.
* If thegrass has beenallowedto growinexcessof
fourinches,mulchingis not recommended.
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WARNING
The operationof any
lawnmower can result
in foreign objectsbeing
thrown intothe eyes,
which can damageyour
eyes severely. Always
wearsafety glasses whUe
operatingthe mower,
or while performingany
adjustments or repairs
on it.
Be sure no one otherthan
the operator is standing
near the lawn mower
whilestartingengine or
operatingmower. Never
run engine indoorsor
in enclosed,poorly
ventilatedareas.Engine
exhaustcontainscarbon
monoxide, an odorless
and deadly gas. Keep
hands, feet, hair and
loose clothingaway from
any moving partson
engine and lawn mower.
Deck Care
_
ARNING:Nevertipthemower morethan90°
inanydirection
anddo notleavethemower
tippedfor any lengthof time. Oil can drain intothe
upper partof the enginecausing a startingproblem.
1. Disconnectsparkplug wire. Draingasolinefrom lawn
mower,or placea pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap.
2. Tip mowersothat it restson the housing.Keepthe
sidewith the air cleanerfacingup. Hold mowerfirmly.
3. Scrapeand clean the undersideof the deck with a
suitabletool. Do notspraywith water.
4. Putthe mowerback on its wheelson the ground.If
youhad put plasticunderthe gas capearlier,make
sureto removeit now.
Engine Care
Figure5-1:Areasto lubricateon mower.
Refer to the engine manual for specific instructions.
General
Recommendations
WARNING
Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen performing
anymaintenance.
Always stop enginel
Thewarrantyon this lawnmowerdoesnot cover
itemsthat havebeen subjectedto operatorabuse
or negligence.To receivefull valuefromwarranty,
operatormustmaintainthelawn moweras
instructedhere.
disconnect spark plug
and ground against
engine before performing
any typeof maintenance
!
•
Changingof engine-governedspeedwill void
enginewarranty.
•
All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat leastonce
eachseason.
•
Maintainoil levelas instructedin enginemanual.
•
Serviceair cleanerevery25 hoursundernormal
conditions.Cleaneveryfew hoursunderextremely
dustyconditions.
•
Cleansparkplug and resetthegap once a season.
Checkenginemanualfor correctplugtype and gap
specifications.
•
Cleanengineregularlywith a cloth or brush. Keepthe
coolingsystem(blowerhousingarea) cleanto permit
properair circulation.Removeall grass,dirt, and
combustibledebrisfrom mufflerarea.
Blade Care
ARNING:When removingcutting blade
Periodicallycheckall fastenersand makesurethese _
for sharpeningor replacement, protectyour
are tight.
hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag
to hold blade.
_
ARNING:Always stop engine, disconnect
spark plug,and ground against engine
1. Disconnectsparkplug wirefrom sparkplug.Turn
before performingany type of maintenance.
moweron itssidemakingsurethat the air filterand
the carburetorare facingup.
•
Donot
useapressure
washer or garden hose
to cleanyour unit. These
Lubrication
•
may causedamage to
electriccomponents,
spindles, pulleys bear,
rags,
ortheengine.
The
useofwaterw resutn
shortenedlife
and reduce
serViceability'
2. Removebolt, bell bladesupport,and bladefrom the
enginecrankshaft,Figure5-2.
Lubricatepivot pointson theblade controland drive
controlat least oncea seasonwith lightoil. These
controlsmustoperatefreely in bothdirections,
Figure5-1.
3. Theblade can be sharpenedwith a file or on a grindingwheel. Donot attemptto sharpenthe bladewhile
itis still on the mower.Whensharpeningblade,follow
originalangleof grind and removemetalfrom the
heavyside untilit balancesevenly.Balancethe blade
on a roundshaftscrewdriverto checkfor balance.
•
Lubricatethe wheelsat least oncea seasonwith
lightoil (or motoroil). If wheelsare removedfor any
reason,lubricatesurfaceof the pivotarm and inner
surfaceof thewheelwith light oil, Figure5-1.
•
Lubricatethe torsionspringand pivot pointon each
end of the sidedischargechute periodicallywith light
oil to preventrust, Figure5-1.
•
Thetransmissionis pre-lubricatedand sealedat the
factoryand does not requirelubrication.
•
Followtheaccompanyingengine manualfor engine
lubricationinstructions
and schedule.
Grindcuttingedgesequallyto keepblade balanced.
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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.
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4. Placethe bladeon the adaptersuch that the side
of the blade marked"Bottom"(or with part number)
facesthe groundwhenthe moweris in theoperating
position.Makesurethat the blade is alignedand
seatedon the bladeadapterflanges.
Blade
5. Placebell bladesupporton the blade.Align notches
on the supportwith small holeson blade.Replacehex
bolt and tightenhex boltto torque: 450 in. Ibs.rain.,
600 in. Ibs.max.
Adapter
Maintaining
BellBladeSupport
Toensuresafe operationof yourmower,periodically
checkthe blade boltfor correcttorque.
Screw_
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Figure5-2:Removebolt, bellbladesupport,andblade.
Changing the Belt
1. Removethe frontdrive coverby slidingoff the
two plasticrivetson eachside of thecover with a
screwdriver,Figure5-3.
2. Unhookthe extensionspringfrom the heightadjustment plate, Figure5-3. Thiswill loosenthe tensionon
the belt.
3. Pushtransmissionup a little and slidebelt off the
transmissionpulley,Figure5-3.
WAR N! NG
4. Lift mowerto accessbelt from undersideof mower.
Slide belt off of engine pulleyand aroundthe blade,
Figure5-4.
When removing the
cuttingblade or when
slidingthe belt around it,
protectyour hands with
a pair of heavyglovesor
use a heavyrag to hold
the blade,
5. Replacewith newbelt, workingaroundblade.Make
sure belt isfirmly seatedon enginepulleywhilepulling
from the othersideand slidingit aroundthetransmission pulley.
6. Putthe mowerdownwith all fourwheelsfirmly placed
on one level. Reattachtheextensionspringand
reassemblethe front drivecover.
Off-Season
An unbalanced blade
will causeexcessive
Figure5-3:Remove
cover,unhookspring,andpullbeltoffof
pulley.
Storage
The followingstepsshouldbe taken to prepareyour lawn
mowerfor storage.
• Cleanand lubricatemowerthoroughlyas described
in the lubricationinstructions.Do not usea pressure
washeror gardenhoseto cleanyour unit.
•
Referto enginemanualfor correctenginestorage
instructions.
• Coat mower'scuttingbladewith chassisgreaseto
preventrusting.
• Store mowerin a dry,cleanarea. Do notstore next to
corrosivematerials,such as fertilizer.
Whenstoringany type of powerequipmentin a poorly
ventilatedor metal storageshed,care shouldbe takento
rust-proofthe equipment.Using a light oil or silicone,coat
the equipment,especiallycablesand all movingparts of
your lawnmowerbeforestorage.
Figure5-4:Remove
beltfromaroundtheblade.
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vibrationwhen rotating
at highspeeds, it may
causedamage to mower
and could breakcausing
personalinjury.
Problem
Cause
Engine fails to start I
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3.
4.
5.
6.
Engine overheats
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Occasional skips
(hesitates) at
high speed
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1. Engineoil levellow.
1. Fillcrankcasewith proper oil
2. Air flow restricted.
2. Removeblowerhousing
and clean.
3. Referto engne manua.
3. Carburetornot adjustedpropery.
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1. Sparkplug gap too close.
1. Adjust gapto .030".
2. Carburetoridlemixtureadjustment
2. Referto engine manual.
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1 Sparkplug fouled, faulty or gap
too wide.
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2. Carburetorimproperlyadjusted.
3. Drtyarceaner,
Excessive
Vibration
Mower will not
mu ch _rass ' f
E u y _d,t
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Unevencut
2
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Referto engine manual.
3. Refertoengnemanua.
1. Tighten bladeandadapter.Balance
2. Bentcutting blade.
2. See an authorizedservicedealer.
1. Wetgrass.
,
2. Excessivelyhigh grass.
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3. Sharpenor replaceblade.
1. Wheelsnot positionedcorrectly.
1. Placeall four wheelsin same
heightposition.
2. Sharpenor replaceblade.
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1. Belt not installedproperly.
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2. Debrs clogg ng driveoperation.
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1. Check belt for proper puley installation
and movement.
2, Stop engine,disconnectsparkplug
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1. Donot mowwhen grass is wet; wait
until laterto cut,
2. Mowonce atahigh cutting height
then mowagainat desiredheight or
makea narrowercutting path,
3. Dub ado.
2. Dull blade.
Mower will not
seIf propeI
1. Resetgapto .030"or replace
spark plug.
blade.
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1. Cuttingbladeloose or unbalanced.
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5. Referto engine manual.
6. Referto engine manual.
improperly
set.
Idles noorlv
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Engage bladecontro!.
21 c0nnect wireto sPa[k piugl
1. Connect andtighten sparkplug wire.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank withclean,
fresh gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drainfuel tank. Refillwithfresh fuel.
Ventingas cap plugged.
Wateror dirt infuel system.
Dirtyair cleaner.
Carburetorout of adjustment.
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1. Sparkplug wire loose.
2. Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel.
Engineruns erratic
For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments
listed here, contact
an authorized service
Biadecontroldisengaged.
spark plug Wiredisconnected:
Remedy
wire and clean out debris.
3. Damagedorworn belt.
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3. Inspectand replacebelt.
Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower
Safety
WARNING
DO NOT remove safety
(or any)labels from
mower for any reason,
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1
747-1161A
BladeControl
31
687-02139
PivotArm Assembly
2
746-1114
ControlCable50.56-inch
32
732-1026
Spring Lever
3
725-0157
CableTie
33
736-0741
Bell Washer.760x 1.25x .041
4
631-04045
Mulch Plug
34
731-04643
WheelDustCover
5
731-1035B
Side DischargeChute
35
715-0221
DowelPin 3/16x.75
6
17032A
Chute DeflectorAdapter
36
717-1762
SpurGear- RH
7
732-1014
TorsionSpring
37
716-0865
Snap Ring.500
8
747-0710
HingePin
38
634-04100
Wheel8 x 1.8SPK BARFWD
9
931-1034B
Side DischargeChuteAssy
39
712-04065
FlangeLockNut 3/8-16
10
7510042823
ShoulderScrew#10 x .457
40
720-0426
HeightAdjustmentKnob
11
731-04525
EngineShroud
41
710-0216
HH Cap Screw3/8-16x .75
12
687-02051
LeverAssembly
42
748-0455
BearingSupport
13
682-3065
HandleBracketAssy- LH
43
741-0710
SleeveBearing502 x .627x 1
710-0599
TT Screw1/4-20x .500
14
732-04049
ExtensionSpring
44
15
987-02141
LeverAssembly- RH
45
736-0270
Bell Washer.265x .75x .062
16
717-1761
SpurGear-LH
46
710-0654A
TT Screw3/8-16x 1
17
782-0585A
HeightAdjustmentPlate- LH
47
682-3064
HandleBracketAssy-RH
18
731-04636
TransmissionCover
48
741-0751
HeightAdjustmentBearing
19
750-04407
SleeveSpacer.550x 2.22
49
738-1173
ShoulderScrew .75x .625
20
618-04375
Transmission22-inch
50
734-04087
Wheel8 x 1.8SPOKEBAR
21
750-04406A
SleeveSpacer.550x 8.51
51
687-02094
PivotArm Assembly
22
716-0198
RetentionRing
52
687-02046
22-inchSide DischargeDeck
23
748-0390
BearingSpacer
53
17098
HingeClip
24
754-04100
V-Belt
54
731-04019
Trailshield
25
748-04016A
BladeAdapter
55
720-0408
Star Knob
26
710-1044
HH Cap Screw3/8-24 x 1.50
56
749-04037
LowerHandle
27
736-0524B
Bell Blade Support
57
710-1174
CarriageBolt5/16-18x2
28
742-0742A
22-inchMulchingBlade
58
710-1205
EyeBolt
720-0279
HandleKnob
29
782-0584
HeightAdjustmentPlate- RH
59
30
728-0199
PlasticRivet
60
749-1092A
UpperHandle
61
747-1214
Drive Control
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Parts List
To order
replacement
parts;
contact
1:8ooL8oo.73
orvisit
wwwiyar man:c
IMPORTANT:For a proper
workingmachine,use
FactoryApprovedParts.
V-BELTSare specially
designedto engage and
disengage safely.A
substitute(non-OEM)
V-Beltcan be dangerous
by not disengaging
completely.
MANUFACTURER'S
LiMiTED WARRANTY
FOR
The limitedwarrantyset forth belowisgivenby MTDLLCwith respectto
newmerchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories.
e. MTDdoes notextendany warrantyfor productssoldor exported
outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories,except
those soldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof exportdistribution.
"MTD"warrantsthis productagainstdefectsin materialand workmanship
for a periodof two (2) yearscommencingon the dateof originalpurchase
and will, at its option,repairor replace,free of charge,anypart foundto
be defectivein materialsor workmanship.This limitedwarrantyshallonly
applyif this producthas beenoperatedand maintainedin accordance
with the Operator'sManualfurnishedwith the product,and has not been
subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,accident,improper
maintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire,water,or damagebecause
of otherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresultingfrom the installationor
useof any part, accessoryor attachmentnotapprovedby MTDfor use
with the product(s)coveredbythis manualwill voidyourwarrantyas to
any resultingdamage.
Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand
workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30) days fromthe dateof purchase.
Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batteries,
belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags, riderdeck wheels,seats, snow
throwerskid shoes,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberand tires.
NOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warrantyserviceisavailable,WITH
PROOFOF PURCHASE,throughyour localauthorizedservicedealer.To
locatethe dealerin yourarea,checkyourYellowPages,or contact MTD
LLCat RO. Box 361131,Cleveland,Ohio44136-0019,or call 1-800-8007310or logon to our Website at www.mtdproducts.com.
This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoveragein the followingcases:
a. Theengineor componentparts thereof.These itemsmaycarry a
separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's
warrantyfor termsand conditions.
f. Replacementpartsthat are not genuineMTDparts.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone year
warranty.
c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade
sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck
adjustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish due to use
or exposure.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
No impliedwarranty,includingany impliedwarranty of merchantability of fitness for a particularpurpose,applies after the applicable
periodof express written warranty above as to the partsas identified. No other express warranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentionedabove, givenby any personor entity,includinga dealer
or retailer,with respect to any product,shallbind MTD. Duringthe
periodof the warranty, the exclusive remedyis repairor replacement
of the productas set forth above.
The provisionsas set forth in this warranty providethe sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTDshall not be liable
for incidentalor consequential loss or damage including,without
limitation, expenses incurredfor substitute or replacementlawn care
services or for rentalexpenses to temporarily replacea warranted
product.
Somestatesdo not allowtheexclusionor limitationof incidentalor
consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarranty
lasts, so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmay notapplyto you.
In no eventshall recoveryof any kind be greaterthan theamountof the
purchasepriceof the productsold. Alterationof safetyfeatures of the
productshall void this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability for
loss, damage,or injuryto youand your propertyand/orto others and their
propertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto use theproduct.
This limitedwarrantyshall notextendto anyoneotherthanthe original
purchaseror to the personfor whom itwas purchasedas a gift.
HOW STATELAWRELATESTO THISWARRANTY: This limitedwarrantygives youspecificlegal rights,and you mayalso haveother rights
which vary from stateto state.
IMPORTANT: OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseto obtain
warrantycoverage.
d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthanan authorizedservice
dealer.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHiO 44136-0019;
Phone: 1-800-800-7310