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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Engine • Parts Lists • Warranty A'rO A 22=inch Rotary Mower- AL 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 ............................................ 12 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 P. O. BOX IVITD LLC ;3611;31 ,'_ CLEVELAND,OH 44136 www.yardman.com 330-220-4683 800-800-731 0 % J Customer Support Please do NOTreturn purchased, without the unit to the retailer from which first contacting Customer 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. Ya_oMia_ o Phone a Customer Support Representativeat 1-800-800-7310. o The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating,specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's Manual, packed separatelywith your unit, for more information. 2 O Sight and hold this levelwith a vertical tree... o 1= o >:. (13 O3 (13 (13 OO O (-O5 E also O (13 (13 o3 (13 OO o3 I (13 E (]3 (13 o o5 (13 OO O3 (13 -5 C5 O3 ('5 O O3 O5 (13 O E t"b (13 O9 15° 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. 4 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. 5 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. f Figure3-4:Usecabletieto securecablesto lowerhandle. Figure3-3:Securelowerhandleto mountingbrackets. 6 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. 7 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. _lll 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. 8 _ 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 ,d_lL 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 . _bk 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. 9 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. ,_ 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. 10 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_ 8 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. 11 vibrationwhen rotating at highspeeds, it may causedamage to mower and could breakcausing personalinjury. Problem Cause Engine fails to start I ii 3. 4. 5. 6. Engine overheats I I I Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed !iiiiiLi i Iiiiii 1. Engineoil levellow. 1. Fillcrankcasewith proper oil 2. Air flow restricted. 2. Removeblowerhousing and clean. 3. Referto engne manua. 3. Carburetornot adjustedpropery. I 1. Sparkplug gap too close. 1. Adjust gapto .030". 2. Carburetoridlemixtureadjustment 2. Referto engine manual. I 1 Sparkplug fouled, faulty or gap too wide. I 2. Carburetorimproperlyadjusted. 3. Drtyarceaner, Excessive Vibration Mower will not mu ch _rass ' f E u y _d,t q PP ) i ii i i i I i I I Unevencut 2 . Referto engine manual. 3. Refertoengnemanua. 1. Tighten bladeandadapter.Balance 2. Bentcutting blade. 2. See an authorizedservicedealer. 1. Wetgrass. , 2. Excessivelyhigh grass. I I 3. Sharpenor replaceblade. 1. Wheelsnot positionedcorrectly. 1. Placeall four wheelsin same heightposition. 2. Sharpenor replaceblade. I 1. Belt not installedproperly. ' I 2. Debrs clogg ng driveoperation. I 1. Check belt for proper puley installation and movement. 2, Stop engine,disconnectsparkplug I . 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. I i I 1. Cuttingbladeloose or unbalanced. I i_i 5. Referto engine manual. 6. Referto engine manual. improperly set. Idles noorlv i 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. I r i 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. 12 . 3. Inspectand replacebelt. Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower Safety WARNING DO NOT remove safety (or any)labels from mower for any reason, 13 \\ q_ 14 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 15 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