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22" Rotary Mower-
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Model Series 080
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equippedwith an internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brushcoveredor grass-coveredland unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(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.
For USCustomers: MTDLLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019
For CanadianCustomers: MTD Products Ltd.,P.O.Box 1386,KITCHENER,ONTARION2G4J1
772C0794
10/15/2005
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new equipment, 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 ...................................
Set-Up & Adjustments ........................................
Operation .............................................................
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4
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8
Maintenance
& Off-Season Storage ................
Trouble Shooting ..............................................
Warranty ............................................................
illustrated Parts Lists .......................................
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Finding and Recording IVlodel Number
BEFOREYOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
the model number and the serial number 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.
Model
Number
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CAN-www.mtdcanada.com
Serial
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CLEVELAND, OH 44136
LLC
MTD PRODUCTS
LIMITED
KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1
1-800-800-7310
1-800-668-1238
Customer Support
Please do NOTretum
the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,
without first contacting Customer Support.
Ifyou have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenanceof this unit,
please call a Customer Support Representative.
For US Customers: 1-330-220-4MTD (4683)or 1-800-800-7310
For Canadian Customers: 1-800-668-1238
Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information.
You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to processyour call.
The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all enigne-related issueswith regards to performance, power-rating,specifications,
warranty and service. Please referto the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your unit,
for more information.
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DANGER:This machinewas builtto be operatedaccordingto the rulesfor safeoperationin this manual.As with
anytype of powerequipment,carelessnessor erroron the partof the operatorcan result in seriousinjury.This
machineis capableof amputatinghandsand feet and throwingobjects.Failureto observethe followingsafety
instructionscould resultin seriousinjuryor death.
General Operation
a. Stepback from the mowerto fullyextend yourarms.
1. Readthis operator'smanual carefully inits 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.
b. Be sureyou are well balancedwithsure footing.
c. Pullthe mowerback slowly,no morethan half way
towardyou.
d. Repeatthesesteps as needed.
12. Do not operatethe mowerwhileunderthe influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
13. Do not engagethe self-propelledmechanismon unitsso
equippedwhilestartingengine.
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.
WARNING
This symbol points
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if
not followed,could
endangerthe personal
i safety and/or property
I ofyourselfand others.
Read and follow all
instructionsin this
manual beforeattemptingto operate
i this machine. Failure
I to complywith these
instructionsmay result
i in personalinjury.When
you see this symbol.
HEED iTS WARNING!
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.
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 inthe operatorzonebehindthe handlesand keep
children,bystanders,helpersand pets at least 75 feet
fromthe mower whileit is in operation.Stop machineif
anyoneentersthe area.
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 in goodartificial light.Walk, never
run. Stopthe bladewhen crossinggraveldrives,walks or
roads.
17. If the equipmentshouldstartto vibrateabnormally,stop the
engineand check immediatelyfor the cause.Vibrationis
generallya warningof trouble.
18. Shutthe engineoff andwait untilthe bladecomesto
a completestop beforeremovingthe grass catcheror
uncloggingthe chute.The cutting bladecontinuesto rotate
fora few secondsafter the engine is shut off. Neverplace
any part of the bodyin the bladearea untilyou aresure the
blade hasstoppedrotating.
6. Alwayswearsafetyglasses or safetygogglesduring
operationand whileperformingan adjustmentor repair
to protectyour eyes.Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan
causeseriousinjury to the eyes.
19. Neveroperate mowerwithoutproper trail shield, discharge
cover,grasscatcher,bladecontrol handleor othersafety
protectivedevices in place andworking. Neveroperate
mowerwithdamagedsafetydevices.Failureto do so, can
result inpersonalinjury.
7. Wearsturdy, rough-soledworkshoesand close-fitting
slacksandshirts. Shirtsand pantsthatcoverthe arms
and legsand steel-toedshoesare recommended.Never
operatethis machinein barefeet, sandals,slipperyor light
weight (e.g.canvas) shoes.
20. Mufflerandengine becomehot and can causea burn.Do
not touch.
i Your Responsibility
i Restrict the use
8. Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or underthe
cuttingdeck. Contactwiththe blade can amputatehands
andfeet.
21. Only use partsand accessoriesmadefor this machineby
the manufacturer.Failureto do socan resultin personal
injury.
i of this powermachine
to persons who read,
understand
9. A missingor damageddischargecovercan cause blade
contactor thrownobject injuries.
22. If situationsoccurwhich are not coveredin this manual,use
careand good judgment. Call customerassistancefor the
name of yournearestservicingdealer.
and follow the warnings
and instructions
,I in
this
and
onmanual
the machine.
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.
Slope Operation
Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto slip andfall accidentswhich
can result insevere injury.Operationon slopes requiresextra
caution. Ifyou 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.
11. Neverpullthe mowerback towardyou whileyou are
walking.If you must backthe mowerawayfrom a wall or
obstructionfirst look down and behindto avoid tripping
andthen followthese steps:
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8. Neverfuel machineindoorsbecauseflammablevapors
will accumulateinthe area.
Do:
1. Mowacrossthe face of slopes; neverup anddown.
Exerciseextremecaution when changingdirectionon
slopes.
9. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whilethe engineis
hot or running. Allow engineto cool at least two minutes
beforerefueling.
10. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan Y2inch
below bottomof filler neckto providefor fuel expansion.
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.
11. Replacegasoline cap andtighten securely.
12. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Moveunit to another area.Wait 5 minutesbeforestarting
the engine.
Do Not:
I. Donot mownear drop-offs, ditchesor embankments,you
could loseyour footing or balance.
13. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containernear an open
flame,sparkor pilot light as on a water heater,space
heater, furnace, clothesdryeror othergas appliances.
2. Donot mowslopes greaterthan 15degrees asshown on
the slope gauge.
3. Donot mowon wetgrass. Unstablefooting could cause
slipping.
14. Toreducefire hazard,keepmowerfree of grass, leaves,
or other debrisbuild-up.Clean up oil or fuel spillage and
removeany fuel soakeddebris.
Children
15. Allow a mowerto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.
Tragicaccidentscan occur if the operatoris not alertto the
presenceof children.Childrenare often attractedto the mower
and the mowingactivity. Theydo not understandthe dangers.
Neverassumethat children will remainwhereyou lastsaw
them.
1. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and underthe watchful careof a responsibleadult otherthan the operator.
2. Be alert andturn moweroff if a child entersthe area.
General Service:
3. Beforeand while movingbackwards,look behindand down
for small children.
3. Checkthe bladeand enginemountingbolts at frequent
intervalsfor propertightness.Also,visuallyinspectblade
for damage(e.g.,bent,cracked,worn) Replacebladewith
the original equipmentmanufacture's(O.E.M.)bladeonly,
listed inthis manual."Use of parts whichdo not meetthe
originalequipmentspecificationsmay lead to improper
performanceand compromisesafety!"
1. Neverrunan engine indoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide,an odorless
anddeadlygas.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertain the
bladeand all moving parts havestopped.Disconnectthe
sparkplug wire and groundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.
4. Useextremecare when approachingblind corners,
doorways,shrubs,trees, or otherobjectsthat mayobscure
your visionof a childwho may run into the mower.
5. Keepchildrenawayfrom hot or runningengines.They can
suffer burnsfrom a hot muffler.
4. Mowerbladesare sharp andcan cut. Wrapthe bladeor
weargloves,and use extra cautionwhen servicingthem.
6. Neverallowchildren under14 yearsold to operatea power
mower.Children14years old andover shouldread and
understandthe operationinstructionsand safetyrules in
this manualandshould be trainedand supervisedby a
parent.
5. Keepall nuts,bolts, and screwstight to be surethe
equipmentis insafe workingcondition.
6. Nevertamper withsafetydevices.Checktheir proper
operationregularly.
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.
7. After strikinga foreignobject,stop the engine,disconnect the sparkplug wire and groundagainstthe engine.
Thoroughlyinspectthe mowerfor any damage.Repairthe
damagebeforestartingand operatingthe mower.
2. Wash yourskin andchangeclothesimmediately.
9. Grasscatchercomponents,dischargecover,andtrail
shield aresubjectto wear anddamagewhichcould
exposemovingparts or allowobjectsto be thrown.For
safetyprotection,frequentlycheck componentsand replace immediatelywithoriginal equipmentmanufacturer's
(O.E.M.)parts only, listedin this manual."Use of parts
whichdo not meetthe originalequipmentspecifications
may lead to improperperformanceand compromise
safety!"
8. Neverattemptto makea wheel or cuttingheightadjustmentwhilethe engine is running.
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.
10. Do not changethe engine governorsettingor overspeed
the engine.The governorcontrols the maximumsafe
operatingspeed of the engine.
6. Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththe rim of the fuel tank or
container openingat all times until fuelingis complete.Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.
11. Maintainor replacesafetylabels, as necessary.
7. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars,pipes and othersourcesof
ignition.
12. Observeproper disposallaws andregulations.Improper
disposaloffluids and materialscan harmthe environment.
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Practices
WARNING
This symbol points
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if
not followed,could
endangerthe personal
safety and/or property
of yourselfand others.
Read and follow all
instructionsin this
manual beforeattempting to operate
this machine. Failure
to comply with these
instructionsmay result
in personalinjury.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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WARNING:
Disconnect and
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ground theinspark
plug wire
as
instructed
the separate
engine
manual.
1. Thechute deflectoron your mowermaybe held inan
uprightpositionbya block for shippingpurposesonly.
This shippingNock mustbe removedand discarded
beforethe moweris putintooperation.See Figure1.
a. Pull thechute deflectorup towardsengine.
operatingposition,keepingfingersout of the way.
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Your mower is shipped
with the handle in the
higher height position,
NOTE: Each end of
the lower handle must
be placed in the same
relative position.
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2. Performthe followingsequencefor handlesetup:
b. Removetheblock and carefullylowerthe chute into
a. Pull up and backon theupper handleto raisethe
handlefrom positionA intothe operatingposition
B. See Figure2.
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b. Makesurethe carriageboltis seatedproperlyin
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the handle.Tightenwingnuts (star knobs)securing
upperhandleto the lowerhandle.
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NOTE: On somemodels wingnuts havebeen replaced
with star knobs.Figuresshow wingnuts only.
3. If satisfiedwith heightof handle,tightenwingnuts (star
knobs)atthe endsof the lowerhandle shownin Figure
3. Forconvenienceof operating,you mayadjust the
handleheightas follows:
IMPORTANT
a. Removethewing nuts (star knobs)shownin Figure
3 and removethe lowerhandle.
This unit is shipped
WITHOUT GASOLINE
or OIL. After assembly, service engine
with gasoline and
oil as instructed in
the separate engine
manual packed with
your unit.
b. Positioneach handlebracketstud intothe top hole
in thelowerhandle.See Figure3 inset.
c. Tightenthewing nuts (star knobs).
4. Insertpost on cable ties into holesprovidedon the
lowerhandle.Pullcabletie tight and trim excess.See
Figure4.
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Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
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RopeguideSetupas follows,see Figure5:
a. Holdthe bladecontrolagainstthe upper handle.
PositionA.
b. Slowlypull starterropeout of engine.PositionB.
c. Slip starterrope intothe ropeguide.Tighten rope
guide wingnut. PositionC.
NOTE: All wheels must
be in the same height
of cut.
Figure 5
,
When cutting in heavy
or moist grass, the rear
of the lawnmowermay
be raised higher to
allow better discharge
of the grass.
Eachwheelhasa heightadjustmentleverto change
the cuttingheightof the mower.Tochangethe height
of cut, squeezeadjusterlevertowardthe wheel,
movingup or downto selectedheight.See Figure6.
Figure 6
If yourmoweris equippedwith an optionalmulching
baffle,installit as shownin Figure8,
a. Lift up and hold the side-dischargechute deflector
and insert bottomlip of the mulchingbaffle inside
the chuteopening.
b. Pushthe hookson the top of the baffle untilthey
snapoverthe hingeon the dischargechute.
Releasethe chute deflector.
NOTE: Whenyou wish to mow insteadof mulch,
simplyraisethe chutedeflector,graspthe handleon the
mulchingbaffleand lift upwardto removethe baffle. It is
not necessaryto removethe mulchingblade.
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Figure 7
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Know Your Lawn Mower
Blade Control
Recoil
Starter
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Starter
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Cutting Height
Ad ustment Lever
(if equipped)
WARNING
Read, understand,
and follow all instructions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
This blade control
mechanism is a
safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operations.
Chute
Deflector
Figure 8
Blade Control Handle
Before Starting
The bladecontrolhandleis locatedon the upperhandle
of the mower.See Figure8. The bladecontrolhandle
mustbe depressedin order to operatethe unit. Release
the bladecontrolhandle to stopthe engineand blade.
1. Servicethe enginewith gasolineand oil as instructed
in theseparateenginemanual.
2. Attachsparkplug wireto sparkplug. If unitis
equippedwith a rubberbootovertheend of the spark
plug wire,makecertain the metalloop on theend of
the sparkplug wire(insidethe rubber boot)is fastened
securelyoverthe metaltip on the sparkplug.
Recoil Starter
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline.Gasoline is
extrernely 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 so urces of
ignition.
The recoilstarteris attachedto the rightupper handle.
Standbehindthe unitand pullthe recoilstarterropeto
startthe unit.
To Start Engine
Mulching Baffle (if so equipped)
1. If yourunit isequippedwith a primer,primeengineas
instructedin the separateenginemanualpackedwith
yourunit.
The mulchingbaffle is usedto recirculategrass clippingsback to the lawn.Attachit as instructedon page 7
of this manual.
2. Standingbehindthe unit, depressthe bladecontrol
handleand hold itagainstthe upper handleas shown
in Figure9.
Cutting Height Adjustment Levers
(if so equipped)
One adjustmentleveris locatedon eachwheeland is
usedto adjustthe cuttingheight.All fourlevers haveto
be at the same relativepositionto ensureuniformcut.
3. Graspthe starterhandleas shownand pull slowlyuntil
resistanceisfelt, thenpull rapidlyto start engineand
avoidkickback.Returnit slowlyto the ropeguide.
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"_ UsingYour
Lawn Mower
Be surethe lawnisclearof stones,sticks, wire,or other
objectswhichcoulddamagethe lawnmoweror the
engine.Suchobjectscould be accidentlythrown bythe
mowerin anydirectionand cause seriouspersonalinjury
to the operatorand others.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspectthe mower for any
damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating
the mower. Extensive vibration
of the mower during operation is
an indication of damage. The unit
should be promptly inspected
and repaired.
Figure 9
Operating Tips
1. Forbest resultsand effectivemulching,do notcut wet
grass.
To Stop Engine"
1. Releasethe blade controlhandleto stop the engine
and blade.
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2. Newgrass,thickgrass,or wet grassmay requirea
narrowercut.
3. Fora healthierlawn,nevercut off morethan one-third
of the total lengthof the grass.
to rotate for a few seconds after
WARNING: The blade continues
the engine is shut off.
4. Yourlawnshouldbe cut in the fall as long as there
isgrowth.
2. Disconnectand groundthe spark plug wireas
instructedin the separateenginemanualto prevent
accidentalstartingwhileequipmentis unattended.
5. Adjustground speedaccordingto conditionof lawn.
6. If the grass hasbeen allowedto growin excessof 4
inches,mulchingis not recommended.Mow using
the sidedischargeto reducethegrass heightto 3-1/4
inchesor less beforemulching.
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Your LaWn
WARNING
The operation of any
lawn mower can result
in foreign objects
being thrown into
the eyes, which can
damage your eyes
severely. Always wear
safety glasses while
operating the mower,
or while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the lawn
mower while starting
engine or operating
mower. Never run
engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
lawn mower.
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Engine
1. Referto the separateeng=nemanualfor engine
maintenanceinstructions.
2. Maintainengine oil as instructed in the separate
enginemanualpackedwith yourunit. Readand follow
instructionscarefully.
Lubricatethese
points before
reassembly.
Maintenance
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Figure 10
Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenperforming
anymaintenance.
5. Cleantheengine regularlywith a cloth or brush.
Keepthe coolingsystem(blowerhousingarea) clean
to permitproperair circulationwhich is essentialto
engineperformanceand life. Be certain to removeall
grass,dirt and combustibledebrisfrom mufflerarea.
2. Thewarrantyon this lawnmowerdoesnot cover
itemsthat havebeensubjectedto operatorabuse
or negligence.To receivefull valuefrom warranty,
operatormustmaintainthe lawnmoweras
instructedhere.
Deck
3. Changingof engine-governedspeedwill void
enginewarranty.
Theundersideof the mowerdeck shouldbe cleanedafter
eachuseto preventa buildupof grass clippings,leaves,
dirt or other matter•If this debrisis allowedto accumulate,
it will invite rust and corrosion,and maypreventproper
mulching.
4. All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat leastonce
eachseason.
5. Periodicallycheckall fastenersand makesurethese
are tight.
Lubrication
1. Lubricatethe pivot pointson the blade controlhandle
at least oncea seasonwith lightoil. The blade
controlmustoperatefreely in bothdirections.See
Figure10.
We donot recommend
the useof pressure
hose to clean your
UniL These may Cause
damage toelectrical
components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings,or
the engine: The use
of water will resuIt in
shortened life and
2. If yourmoweris equippedwith ball bearingwheels,
lubricateat leastonce a seasonwith a light oil, all
othertypes requireno lubrication.However,if the
wheelsare removedfor any reason,lubricatethe
surfaceof the axle bolt and the innersurfaceof the
wheelwith lightautomotiveoil.
3. Lubricatethe torsionspringand pivot pointperiodically with lightoil to preventrust.See Figure10.
4. Followthe accompanyingengine manualfor lubrication scheduleand instruction.
Thespark plug shouldbe cleanedand the gap reset
oncea season• Sparkplug replacementis recommendedat the startof each mowingseason;check
enginemanualfor correctplug type and gap specifications.
NOTE:This spark ignitionsystemmeetsall requirementsof the CanadianInterference-Causing
Equipment
Regulations.
General Recommendations
.
Undernormalconditionsserviceair cleaneras
instructedin the separateengine manualpackedwith
yourunit. Cleanevery few hoursunderextremely
dustyconditions. Poorengineperformanceand
floodingusuallyindicatesthat the air cleanershouldbe
serviced•
Thedeck may be cleanedbytilting the mowerand scraping cleanwith a suitabletool (makecertainthe spark plug
wireis disconnected).
Blade Care
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cutting blade for sharpening or
WARNING: When removing the
replacement, protect your hands
with a pair of heavy gloves or use
a heavy rag to hold the blade.
Periodicallyinspectthe bladeadapterforcracks,especially if you strikea foreignobject•Replacewhennecessary.
Followthe stepsbelowfor blade service:
1. Disconnectspark plug wirefrom sparkplug.
2. Tip moweras specifiedin separateenginemanual,if
it does notspecify turnmoweron its side makingsure
that the air filter and the carburetorare up.
3. Removethebolt and the blade bell supportwhich
hold the bladeand the bladeadapterto the engine
crankshaft.See Figure11.
reduce serViceabilityl
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Off-Season
Storage
The followingstepsshouldbe takento prepareyour lawn
mowerfor storage.
1. Cleanand lubricatemowerthoroughlyas describedin
the lubricationinstructions.
2. Wedo not recommendthe useof a pressurewasher
or gardenhoseto cleanyour unit.
3. Referto engine manualfor correctengine
storageinstructions.
4. Coatmower'scutting bladewith chassisgreaseto
preventrusting.
5. Storemowerin a dry, cleanarea. Do notstore nextto
corrosivematerials,such as fertilizer.
Figure 11
4. Removebladeand adapterfrom the crankshaft.
5, The blademay be resharpenedby removingit and
eithergrindingor filing thecuttingedge keepingas
closeto the original bevelas possible.Donot attempt
to sharpenthe bladewhile it is stillon the mower,
NOTE:Whenstoringany type of powerequipmentin
a poorlyventilatedor metal storageshed, careshould
be takento rust-proofthe equipment.Usinga light oil or
silicone,coat the equipment,especiallycablesand all
movingparts of yourlawn mowerbeforestorage.
6. It is extremely important that eachcuttingedge
receivesan equal amountof grindingto preventan
unbalancedblade.
NOTE:improperblade balancewill resultin excessive
vibrationcausingeventualdamageto theengine and
mower. Be sureto carefullybalancebladeafter sharpening.Possibledamageresultingfrom bladeunbalance
conditionisnotthe responsibilityof the manufacturer.
NOTE:Alwaysremovebladefrom the adapterfor testing
balance.
7. The bladecan be testedfor balanceby balancingit
on a round shaftscrewdriver.Removemetalfrom the
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, ...........;
unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotat,
may cause damage
to mower, a
heavyside untilit balancesevenly.
8. Beforereassemblingthe bladeand the blade adapter
to the unit, lubricatethe enginecrankshaftand the
innersurfaceof the bladeadapterwith lightoil.
sonal injury;
9. install the bladeadapteron thecrankshaftwith the
"star"awayfromthe engine.See Figure11.Place
the bladewith the side marked"bottom"(or with part
number)facingawayfrom the adapter.Alignthe
blade bell supportoverthe bladewith the tabs in the
holesof the bladeand insertthe hex bolt.
10.Tightenthe hexbolt to thetorquelisted below:
Blade Mounting Torque
CenterBolt450 in.lb. rain.,600 in.lb,max.
soil condition causes
abrasive wear tothe
Toinsuresafe operationof your unit, ALL nutsand bolts
mustbe checkedperiodicallyfor correcttightness.
11
Problem
Enginefails to start
Cause
I 1. Blade controlhandledisengaged•
Remedy
1. Engagebladecontrolhandle•
I
Enginerunserratic
For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments listed here;
2. Sparkplug wiredisconnected•
2. Connectwireto spark plug,
3. Fueltank emptyor stalefuel.
3, Filltank with clean,freshgasoline•
4. Enginenot primed•
4. Referto enginemanual•
5. Faultyspark plug.
5. Clean,adjustgap,or replace•
6. Blockedfuel line.
7. Engineflooding•
6. Cleanfuel line.
7. Waita few minutesto restart,butdo not
1. Sparkplug wire loose.
1. Connectand tightenspark
plug wire.
2. Blockedfuel line or stalefuel.
2. Cleanfuelline; fill tank with clean,fresh
gasoline.
3. Gas capvent plugged.
3. Clearvent.
4. Wateror dirt in fuel system.
4. Drainfueltank and carburetor.Refillwith
freshfuel.
5. Dirtyair cleaner.
5. Referto enginemanual.
6. Referto enginemanual.
contact
anautho;ized
Engineoverheats
service dealer.
1. Engineoil levellow.
2. D rty air f lter
1. Fill crankcasewith proper oil.
2. Referto the enginemanualpackedwith
3. Air flow restricted•
yourunit.
3. Removeblowerhousingand clean•
.4. Carburetornotadjustedproperly•
Occasionalskip
(hesitates)at high speed
1. Sparkplug gap too close.
1. Adjustgap to .030".Referto engine
manual.
2. Carburetoridle mixtureadjustment
improperlyset.
2. Referto enginemanual.
1. Sparkplug fouled faultyor gaptoo
1. Resetgap to •030"or replacespark plug.
wide.
2. Carburetorimproperlyadjusted.
Referto enginemanual•
2. Referto enginemanual•
3. Dirty air cleaner•
3. Referto enginemanual•
1. CuttingBlade looseor unbalanced.
1. Tightenbladeand adapter.Balanceblade
2. Bentcutting blade.
2. Replaceblade.
Mowerwill notmuch
1. Wet grass•
1. Do notmow whengrass iswet;
grass
2• Excessivehigh g rass•
Idles poorly
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Excessivevibration
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ii
i
4, Referto enginemanual•
watunt
atertocut
_i_
i i
I
Unevencut
3. Sharpenor replaceblade•
1. Wheelsnot positionedcorrectly.
2. Dull blade,
1. Placeall fourwheels in same height
position.
2. Sharpenor replaceblade.
MANUFACTURER'S
LiMiTED WARRANTY
FOR
The limitedwarrantyset forth belowis givenby MTD LLCwith respectto new merchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStatesand/or its territories
and possessions,and by MTDProductsLimitedwith respectto new merchandisepurchasedand usedin Canadaand/or its territoriesand possessions
(eitherentity respectively,"MTD").
MTDwarrantsthis product(excludingits normalwearpartsas describedbelow)againstdefects in materialand workmanshipfor a periodof two (2)
years commencingon the dateof originalpurchaseand will, at its option,repairor replace,free of charge,anypart foundto be defectivein materials
or workmanship.This limitedwarrantyshallonly applyif this producthas beenoperatedand maintainedin accordancewith the Operator'sManual
furnishedwith the product,and has notbeen subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,
theft, fire, water,or damagebecauseof other peril or naturaldisaster.Damageresultingfrom theinstallationor useof any part,accessoryor attachment
not approvedby MTDfor usewith the product(s)coveredbythis manualwill voidyourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage.
Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free from defectsin materialand workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30) daysfrom the dateof purchase.Normal
wear partsinclude,but are not limitedto itemssuch as: batteries,belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags,rider deck wheels,seats,snow throwerskid
shoes,frictionwheels,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberand tires.
HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warrantyserviceis available,WITH PROOFOF PURCHASE,throughyour localauthorizedservicedealer.To locatethe
dealer in yourarea;
In the U.S.A.: CheckyourYellowPages,or contact MTDLLCat RO. Box361131,Cleveland,Ohio 44136-0019,or call 1-800-800-7310or
1-330-220-4683or log on to our Website at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada: ContactMTDProductsLimited,Kitchener,ON N2G4J1,or call 1-800-668-1238or log on to our Website at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limitedwarrantydoes not providecoveragein the followingcases:
a. The engineor componentparts thereof.Theseitemsmay carrya separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer'swarrantyfor
termsand conditions.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone-yearwarranty.
c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuchas lubricants,filters, blade sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck adjustments,and
normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinishdue to useor exposure.
d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthan an authorizedservicedealer.
e. MTDdoes notextendany warrantyfor productssoldor exportedoutsideof the UnitedStatesand/or Canada,and their respectivepossessionsand
territories,exceptthose soldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof export distribution.
f. Replacementpartsthat are not genuineMTDparts.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
h. If Productsare usedcommercially.(MTD mayseparatelyoffer LimitedCommercialWarrantieson certain selectproducts.Ask yourdealer or retailer
for detailsor contactMTDServicefor more information.)
No impliedwarranty, includingany impliedwarrantyof merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose,applies after the applicable period
of expresswritten warranty above as to the parts as identified.No other expresswarranty,whetherwritten or oral, exceptas mentioned
above, givenby any person or entity,includinga dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind MTD. Duringthe period of the
warranty, the exclusive remedyis repair or replacementof the productas set forth above.
The provisionsas set forth in this warrantyprovidethe sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTDshall not be liablefor incidental
or consequential loss or damage including,without limitation,expensesincurredfor substituteor replacementlawn care servicesor for
rentalexpensesto temporarily replacea warranted product.
Somejurisdictionsdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarrantylasts,
so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmay not applyto you.
In no eventshall recoveryof any kind be greaterthan theamountof the purchaseprice of the productsold.Alterationof safety features of the
productshall void this warranty. You assumethe risk and liabilityfor loss,damage,or injuryto youand your propertyand/orto othersand their
propertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto use theproduct.
This limitedwarrantyshall notextendto anyoneotherthanthe originalpurchaseror to the personfor whom itwas purchasedas a gift.
NOW LOCAL LAWSRELATETO THIS WARRANTY:This limitedwarrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and youmay also haveother rightsthat vary
in differentjurisdictions.
IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseto obtainwarrantycoverage.
MTD LLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHiO44136-0019;Phone: 1-600-600-7310,1-330-220-4683
MTD Products Ltd., P.O. BOX 1386,KITCHENER,ON N2G4J1; Phone: 1-800-668-1238
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REF
NO.
N ° DE
REF
PART
NO.
N ° DE
PIECE
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
1
17032A
Chute Hinge
Charniere
2
17098
Hinge Clip
Attache
3
682-3064
Handle Bracket Assembly
RH
Support de guidon CD
4
682-3065
Handle Bracket Assembly
LH
Support de guidon CG
5
687-02048
Deck Assembly 22"
Plateau de coupe de 22 po
6
687-02051
Lever Ass'y (includes ref. #17)
Enesmble d'levier (comprend
7
687-02094
Pivot Arm
Bras de pivot
8
710-0216
Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x .75
Visa chapeau
9
710-0599
Hex Wash S-Tapp Scr 1/4-20 x .50
Vis autotaraudeuse
10
710-0654A
Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 x .88
Vis autotaraudee
11
710-1044
Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. (Gr. 8)
Vis & t6te hex. 3/8-24 x 1,50 po de Ig (Qual. 8)
12
710-1174
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0
Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 2,0
13
710-1205
Rope Guide Bolt
Boulon de guidage de cordon
14
712-04065
15
720-0279
Flanged Lock Nut 3/8-16
Knob - ERS Guide 1/4-20
12crou de blocage 3/8-16
Bouton - 1/4-20
16
720-0284
Wing Nut
12crou & oreilles
17
720-0426
Knob
Bouton
18
725-0157
Cable Tie
Attache-c&ble
19
731-04019
Trail Shield
Abattant de protection arriere
20
631-04045
Mulching Baffle
Deflecteur de dechiquetage
21
731-1034B
22
731-1035B
Side Dis. Chute Ass'y
Chute Deflector
Deflecteur lateral complet
Deflecteu r lateral
23
732-1014
Torsion Spring
Ressort de torsion
24
734-1987
Rear Wheel 8 x 1.8
Roue arriere 8 x 1,8
25
734-1988
Front Wheel 7 x 1.8
Roue avant 7 x 1,8
26
736-0270
Rondelle creuse 0,265 DI x 0,75 DE x 0,062
27
736-0451
Cup. Wash..265 ID x .75 OD x .062
Saddle Wash..320 ID x .937 OD
28
736-0524B
Blade Bell Support
Support de lame
29
736-0741
Cupped Washer.760
30
738-1172
Shoulder Screw
Vis a epaulement
31
738-1173
Shoulder Screw
Visa epaulement
32
741-0751
Height Adjuster Bearing
Roulement
32
742-0642A
Blade 22"
Lame 22 po
33
742-0742A
Mulching Blade 22"
Lame dechiqueteuse
34
746-0946
Blade Control Cable 48.25" Lg.
C&ble de la commande
35
747-0710
Hinge Pin
Axe fixe
36
747-1161A
Blade Control Handle
Poignee de commande
37
748-04096
38
749-04037
Blade Adapter 25 mm x 1.19
Lower Handle
Adaptateur de la lame 22 mmx 1,19
Guidon inferieur
39
749-1092A
720-04072
Upper Handle
Knob - Star 5/16-18
Guidon inferieur
40
x 1.25
de deflecteur
le ref. 17)
a six pans de 3/8-16 x 0,75
a rondelle hex. de 1/4-20 x 0,5
3/8-16 x 0,88
For parts and/or
accessories refer to
customersupport on
page 2.
Adressez-vousau
<<Serviceapr_s-vente>>
la page 2 pour ce qui
conceme les pi_ces
et/ou accessoires.
Rondelle selle 0,320 DI x 0,937 DE
Rondelle creuse 0,760 x 1,25
22 po
48,25 po de Ig.
de la lame
Bouton - etoile 5/16-18
11A-080
10.14.05
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