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Safe Operation
Practices • Set-Up • Operation
• Maintenance
• Service • Troubleshooting
• Warranty
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Self-Propelled
Mower m Model Series 830
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019
PrintedIn USA
FormNo.769-04545
(December15,2008)
1
ToTheOwner
ThankYou
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a Lawn Mower
manufactured
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when properly operated and maintained.
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prior to operating
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position
recommended
safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
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Table of Contents
Safe Operation
Practices ........................................
3
Service .....................................................................
16
Assembly & Set-Up ..................................................
Controls & Features ................................................
9
12
Troubleshooting
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Parts List .................................................................
17
20
Operation
13
Warranty
24
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Maintenance
& Adjustments
.................................
14
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WARNING:
This symbol
could endanger
all instructions
points out important
the personal
safety and/or
in this manual
with these instructions
before
property
attempting
may result in personal
When you see this symbol.
safety instructions
of yourself
to operate
which,
if not followed,
and others.
this machine.
Read and follow
Failure to comply
injury.
HEED ITS WARNING!
CALIFORNIA
PROPOSITION
65
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
,A
WARNING:
Battery
compounds,
harm.
posts, terminals,
chemicals
known
and related
to the State of California
this manual.
operator
was built to be operated
As with any type of power
result in serious injury
equipment,
objects.
6.
operation.
Keep this manual
reference
3.
This machine
Therefore,
personal
and the proper
use
exercise extreme
has been designed
caution
to perform
8.
at all
fingers,
hands,
could
inspect the area where the equipment
is to be
which
one job:
Plan your mowing
by an adult.
should
who are familiar
be allowed
material
to use this
or a thrown
zone behind
to ricochet
object
back
injury,
handles and keep children,
and pets at least 75 feet from
Stop machine
if anyone
mower
enters area.
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing
an adjustment
or repair
your eyes. Thrown
objects
which
ricochet
can
to the eyes.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled
work shoes and close-fitting
slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms
and legs and steel-toed
operate
weight
11.
against a wall or obstruction,
To help avoid blade contact
helpers
of material
and the like. Also,
material
cause serious injury
with these
can cause serious
to avoid discharge
bystanders
which may cause discharged
toward the operator.
to protect
10.
individuals
pattern
roads, sidewalks,
while it is in operation.
9.
over or picked up
objects
injury.
bystanders,
purpose.
could be tripped
by the blade. Thrown
stay in operator
the instructions
and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised
rules of safe operation
machine.
of amputating
safety instructions
objects,
and thrown
toward
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
Only responsible
Thoroughly
foreign
7.
piece of power equipment,
to mow grass. Do not use it for any other
5.
or error on the part of the
the following
avoid discharging
Be completely
familiar with the controls
of this machine before operating
it.
is a precision
in a safe
and for ordering
2.
times. This machine
in
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other
place for future and regular
replacement
parts
not a plaything.
is capable
practices
or death.
Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety before
attempting
to assemble this machine. Read, understand,
and follow all instructions
on the machine and in the
before
to the safe operation
carelessness
Failure to observe
GeneralOperation
4.
lead and lead
to cause cancer and reproductive
according
can result in serious injury. This machine
toes and feet and throwing
manuals)
contain
harm. Wash hands after handling.
DANGER: This machine
1.
accessories
this machine
shoes are recommended.
or light-
(e.g. canvas) shoes.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating
cutting
Never
in bare feet, sandals, slippery
deck. Contact
hands, toes and feet.
parts or under the
with blade can amputate
fingers,
12. Amissing
ordamaged
discharge
cover
cancause
blade
contact
orthrown
object
injuries.
13. Many
injuries
occur
asaresult
ofthemower
beingpulled
overthefootduring
afallcaused
byslipping
ortripping.
Donotholdontothemower
ifyouarefalling;
release
the
handle
immediately.
14. Never
pullthemower
back
toward
youwhileyouare
walking.
Ifyoumustback
themower
away
fromawallor
obstruction
firstlookdownandbehind
toavoid
tripping
andthenfollowthese
steps:
a. Stepback
frommower
tofullyextend
yourarms.
b. Besureyouarewellbalanced
withsure
footing.
c. Pullthemower
backslowly,
nomore
thanhalfway
toward
you.
d. Repeat
these
steps
asneeded.
15.
Do not operate
alcohol
16.
while
under the influence
while
The blade control
starting
handle
to bypass its operation.
inoperative
mechanism
(kickback)
28.
injury
through
If you feel you are losing your footing,
blade control handle immediately
rotating within three seconds.
Mow only in daylight
run.
20.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
21.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
23.
Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge
cover, grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety
protective devices in place and working. Never operate
mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can
result in personal injury.
24.
Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
25.
Never attempt
adjustment
26.
to make a wheel or cutting
while
height
the engine is running.
the manufacturer.
made for this machine
Failure to do so can result in personal
injury.
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Mow across
extreme
Watch
the face of slopes;
caution
SECTION 2 --
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
PRACTICES
when
for holes,
which can cause
obstacles.
never
changing
ruts, rocks,
by
on a sloped or
serious personal
up and down.
direction
hidden
Exercise
on slopes.
objects,
or bumps
you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
Always be sure of your footing.
A slip and fall can cause
injury. If you feel you are losing your
handle immediately
three (3) seconds.
and
Do Not:
1.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, you
could lose your footing or balance.
2.
Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on
the slope gauge.
3.
Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause
slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents
presence
can occur if the operator
of children.
and the mowing
They do not understand
Never assume that children
1.
Keep children
is not alert to the
Children are often attracted
activity.
to the mower
the dangers.
will remain where you last saw them.
out of the mowing
care of a responsible
area and under watchful
adult other than the operator.
2.
Be alert and turn mower
3.
Before and while moving
down for small children.
4.
Use extreme care when approaching
blind corners,
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
your vision of a child who may run into the mower.
5.
Keep children away from hot or running
suffer burns from a hot muffler.
6.
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions
Only use parts and accessories
this machine
Do:
light. Walk, never
Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to
a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds after the blade control is released.
Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you
are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
which
on slopes requires extra
balance, release the blade control
the blade will stop rotating within
release the
in this manual,
hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it.
3.
19.
22.
are not covered
measure slopes before operating
and the blade will stop
or good artificial
occur which
faster than
bruises or sprains
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your
safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to
handle
Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal
injury.
If situations
can result in severe injury. Operation
must operate easily in both directions and automatically
return to the disengaged
position when released.
18.
of starter cord
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
is a safety device. Never attempt
blade. The blade control
Rapid retraction
will pull hand and arm toward engine
Slope Operation
2.
and may result in personal
pull cord slowly until resistance
use care and good judgement.
Contact Customer Support
for assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer.
Doing so makes the safety device
with the rotating
engine,
you can let go. Broken bones, fractures,
could result.
on machines
engine.
When starting
is felt, then pull rapidly.
1.
Do not engage the self-propelled
contact
of
or drugs.
so equipped
17.
the mower
27.
off if a child enters the area.
backwards,
and safe operation
and on the machine
adult.
and be trained
look behind and
engines.
practices
They can
in this manual
and supervised
by an
Service
3.
Check the blade and engine
intervals
To avoid personal
care in handling
injury
or property
damage
gasoline. Gasoline
is extremely
can ignite. Wash your skin and change
flammable
clothes
original
3.
Use only an approved
Never fill containers
gasoline
container.
inside a vehicle
4.
Remove gas-powered
equipment
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight
equipment
7.
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment
on a trailer with a portable
container,
5.
rather than from a gasoline
Keep the nozzle in contact
container
opening
at all times
not use a nozzle lock-open
6.
Extinguish
of ignition.
all cigarettes,
dispenser
until fueling
below
of filler neck to provide
bottom
no more than I inch
heater, furnace,
or fuel container
clothes dryer or other
To reduce fire hazard, keep machine
or other debris build-up.
near an open
discharge
cover, and trail shield
could expose
to be thrown.
check components
For safety
and replace
do not meet the original
equipment
performance
specifications
and compromise
gas appliances.
11.
Clean up oil or fuel spillage
to cool at least 5 minutes
before
and
storing.
Engine exhaust
contains
carbon
monoxide,
area.
an odorless
Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings
repairing,
blade and all moving
spark plug wire and ground
starting.
or inspecting,
parts have stopped.
make certain the
Disconnect
or over-speed
safe
frequently
12.
Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
13.
Maintain
or replace
safety and instruction
for cracks
labels, as
14.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper
disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment.
15.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA),
this product
has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
At the end of the Average Useful
inspected
annually
the
against the engine to prevent
by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents,
gas.
Before cleaning,
unintended
or in a poorly ventilated
setting
the maximum
speed of the engine.
Life have the machine
indoors
governor
controls
or 140 hours of operation.
Never run an engine
and deadly
the engine's
The governor
or leaks. Replace if necessary.
free of grass, leaves,
any fuel soaked debris.
machine
Do not change
necessary.
GeneralService:
2.
frequently
the engine.
securely.
engine.
Never store the machine
10.
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space
I.
components,
parts or allow objects
operating
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before
Allow
height
the engine is running.
may lead to improper
for fuel expansion.
1I.
14.
Repair the
the mower.
safety!"
fuel tank. Filltankto
remove
for any damage.
and operating
to make a wheel or cutting
while
Grass catcher
which
before
Replace gasoline cap and tighten
13.
Never attempt
starting
immediately
with original equipment
manufacturer's
(O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts
is hot or
I0.
12.
inspect the mower
before
protection,
vapors will
Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
Never overfill
starting
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
moving
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine
with safety devices. Check their proper
are subject to wear and damage which
cigars, pipes and other sources
because flammable
to be sure the
condition.
regularly.
adjustment
9.
8.
9.
8.
Do
device.
Never fuel machine indoors
accumulate in the area.
running.
refueling.
Never tamper
damage
nozzle.
is complete.
7.
is in safe working
Thoroughly
with the rim of the fuel tank or
may lead to improper
safety!"
5.
operation
from the truck or
specifications
and compromise
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
6.
on the
blade
4.
or on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
ground away from your vehicle before filling.
equipment
performance
immediately.
2.
inspect
Replace blade with
the original equipment
manufacture's
(O.E.M.) blade only,
listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the
use extreme
and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can
occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes,
which
bolts at frequent
Also, visually
for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn)
SafeHandling Of Gas01ine:
I.
mounting
for proper tightness.
injuries
or death.
Donot modify engine
To avoid serious injury
or death, do not modify
engine
in any
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper
with factory
setting
SECTION
of engine
2 --
governor.
IMPORTANT
SAFE
OPERATION
PRACTICES
S
SparkArrestor
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
are certified
to operate
may include
the following
Modification
(EM), Oxidizing
Injection
on regular
emission
unleaded
control
gasoline,
and
internal combustion
engine and should not be used
WARNING:
This machine is equipped with an
on or near any unimproved
forest-covered,
brush
i_ll
systems: Engine
Catalyst (OC), Secondary
Air
(SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
covered
or grass-covered
exhaust
system is equipped
meeting
applicable
order by the operator.
above is required
with a spark arrester
local or state laws (if any).
Ira spark arrester is used, it should
working
land unless the engine's
be maintained
in effective
In the State of California
by law (Section
4442 of the California
the
Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal
lands.
A spark attester for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department,
6
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SECTION 2 --
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
PRACTICES
RO. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear
machine before attempting
to assemble and operate.
on this product.
Read, understand,
and follow
all instructions
on the
READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand,
assemble
and follow
all instructions
in the manual(s) before
attempting
to
and operate
DANGER -- ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate
or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged,
unless discharge
cover
replace immediately.
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Do not mow
when
children
or others
are around.
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DANGER--
HAND/FOOT
CUT
Keep hands and feet away from rotating
parts.
DANGER -- THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects
that can be thrown
by the blade in any direction.
Wear safety glasses.
DANGER -- SLOPES
Use extra caution
,_
on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.
Allow
the engine to cool atFLAMMABLE
least two minutes
WARNING--GASOLINEIS
_
WARNING--
CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors
monoxide,
or in a poorly ventilated
follow
Ii_
and muffler
the warnings
WARNING:
and instructions
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING-HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler,
__\_%._
before refueling.
become extremely
hot during
operation.
Allow engine
to cool before touching.
in this manual and on the machine.
Your Responsibility--Restrict
the use
of this INSTRUCTIONS!
power machine to persons
SAVE
THESE
SECTION 2 --
who read, understand
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
and
PRACTICES
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WARNING:
Do not operate
(a rise of approximately
mowers
up and down
up and down
slopes.
your lawn mower
on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees
2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding
mower
could overturn
slopes, never across the face of slopes. Operate
walk-behind
and cause serious injury. Operate
mowers
riding
across the face of slopes, never
3
AssembJy
& Set-Up
Contents of Carton
One Lawn Mower
One Lawn Mower
One Grass Catcher
One Engine Operator's
Assembly
Operator's
2.
Manual
brackets.
NOTE:This unit is shipped
without
gasoline
or oil in the engine.
Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying
manual BEFORE operating your mower.
engine
One Side Discharge Chute
Manual
Tighten
One Bottle of Oil
star knobs securing
lower handle to handle
See Fig. 3-2. Make certain
the lower
seated securely into the handle mounting
handle is
brackets.
f
Handle
1.
Remove any packing material
upper and lower handles.
a.
which
Pull up and back on upper
may be between
handle as shown in Fig.
3-1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely
into the handle mounting brackets.
cable while lifting the handle up.
Do not crimp
%
Figure 3-2
3.
The rope guide is attached
handle.
rope guide.
Figure 3-1
b.
Tighten
handle.
properly
star knobs to secure upper handle to lower
Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated
in the handle.
to the right side of the upper
See Fig. 3-3. Loosen the wing nut which
secures the
c. Attach
center
topofbagfrominside
offrame.
Before
attaching
thegrass
catcher,
themulching
baffle
mustberemoved.
a. Liftreardischarge
door.
b. Remove
mulching
baffle.
SeeFig.3-5.
Figure
:3-3
a_
Hold blade control
against
b.
upper
Pull starter
control.
rope out of the engine.
c.
Slip starter
rope into rope guide.
d.
Tighten
handle.
Release blade
wing nut.
Figure
GrassCatcher
3_
Follow steps below to assemble
certain bag is turned
(warning
a.
right side out before
assembling
Follow the steps below to attach the grass catcher:
a.
the grass catcher. Make
3-5
Lift rear discharge
door. See Fig. 3-6.
f
label will be on the outside).
Place bag over fra me so that its black plastic side is
at the bottom. See Fig. 3-4.
\
Figure 3-6
b.
Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of
discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher.
Figure 3-4
b.
Slip plastic channel
of grass bag over hooks on the
frame. All the plastic channels except center top of
bag attach from outside of frame.
'°1
SECTION
3 --
ASSEMBLY&
SET-UP
_
on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot
Never
operate door
mower
hooks
rodARNING:
and the rear
discharge
restsunless
firmly the
against
top of the grass catcher.
Side DischargeChute
To convert
unit and rear discharge
1.
Adjustments
to side discharge,
make sure grass catcher
is off of the
door is closed.
On the side of the mower,
3-7.
lift the mulching
plug. See Fig.
CuttingHeight
The cutting
wheel.
height adjustment
lever is located above the rear left
1.
Depress height adjustment
2.
Slide lever to desired
height.
lever towards
position
for a change
in cutting
See Fig. 3-8.
//
/
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Figure 3-7
wheel.
/
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2_
Slide two hooks of side discharge
chute under
hinge pin on
Figure 3-8
mulching plug assembly. Lower the mulching plug. Do not
remove side mulching plug at any time, even when you are
not mulching.
3.
Release lever towards
deck.
Set-Lip
(;as and Oil Fill-Up
Refer to the separate engine owner's
manual
for additional
engine information.
1.
Add oil provided
of the box.
before
2_
Service the engine with gasoline as instructed
separate engine owner's manual.
WARNING:
starting
Use extreme
gasoline. Gasoline
or while
care when
is extremely
vapors are explosive.
indoors
unit for the first time out
handling
flammable
and the
Never fuel the machine
the engine
Extinguish cigarettes,
sources of ignition.
in the
is hot or running.
cigars, pipes and other
SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP
11
4
Controls
andFeatures
f
Control
DeedControl
Recoil Starter
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
Figure 4-1
BladeControl
RecoilStarter
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
_
SpeedControl
The speed control is located
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
ARNING:
This blade control is a safety device.
on the variable
housing
on the upper
forward
speed of the mower.
speed control
handle, This control is used to select the
See Fig. 4-1 inset.
DriveControl
IMPORTANT: Move the speed control only when the engine is
running, Changing the speed control setting with the engine off
The drive control is located on the underside of the upper
handle and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze it against the
upper handle to engage the drive; release it to stop mower from
propelling, See Fig, 4-1,
can damage
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever
MulchPlug
The cutting
height adjustment
rear wheel. To adjust the cutting
Set-Up" Section.
lever is located above the left
height, refer to the "Assembly
NOTE:The
speeds noted on the speed control are not exact.
Speed will vary depending
conditions.
The mulch
&
the mower.
collecting
on belt wear, cable wear, and mowing
plug is used for mulching
the grass clippings
purpose.
Instead of
in the grass catcher, your mower
has the option of recirculating
the clippings back to the lawn.
Make sure that the rear discharge door is closed and the grass
catcher
is removed
from unit while
mulching.
Operation
Starting Engine
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator
is standing near the lawn mower while starting
engine or operating mower. Never run engine
indoors or in enclosed, 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.
1.
If equipped, place the fuel valve lever found on the left side
of the engine into the ON (OPEN)position. SeeFig. 5-1.
2.
Move the choke lever (if equipped) all the way backward
into the choke position.
3.
Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
against upper handle. The choke (if equipped) will now
begin to slowly return to the off choke position after
activating the blade control. Therefore, quickly move onto
step four below.
4.
Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil
starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous,
full arm stroke. See Fig. 5-1. Keeping a firm grip on the
starter handle let the rope rewind slowly. Repeat until
engine cranks. Let the rope rewind each time slowly.
Figure 5-1
engine. Remove wire from the spark plug,
ARNING: inspect
If you strike
thoroughly
mowera foreign
for any object,
damage, stop
andthe
repair damage before restarting and operating.
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Stopping Engine
Extensive vibration
1.
Release blade control
to stop the engine and blade.
before performing
any work on the mower or to
WARNING:
Wait catcher.
for the blade to stop completely
remove the grass
i_
Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects
could damage
be accidently
lawn mower
thrown
serious personal
by the mower
or engine.
inspected
and repaired.
and cause
UsingGrassCatcher
and others.
operating
result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
WARNING:
The operation
any lawnAlways
mower wear
can
which
can damage
your eyesofseverely.
safety glasses while operating
performing
any adjustments
the mower,
1.
while
Attach
grass catcher
following
instructions
in the
or repairs on it.
2.
till grass bag is full.
Stop engine
completely
by releasing
the blade control.
Make sure that the unit has come to a complete
2.
To change
speed, move speed control
to the desired
until you are comfortable
of the mower.
a drive speed, use the first speed
and familiar
stop.
speed.
3.
NOTE: When selecting
you are
"Assembly & Set-Up" section. Grass clippings will
automatically
collect in bag as you run mower. Operate
or while
Once the engine is running, squeeze the drive control
against the upper handle to propel mower.
clippings
the mower.
mower
1.
is an
be promptly
Usingas Mulcher
You can use the grass catcher to collect
_
operation
Such objects could
in any direction
injury to the operator
during
of damage. The unit should
For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher, insert rear mulch
plug, and remove side discharge chute from the mower. For
effective mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been
allowed to grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not
recommended. Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead.
UsingYour Lawn Mower
which
of mower
indication
with the operation
Lift discharge
the mower
clippings
door and pull grass bag up and away from
to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass
and reinstall the bag when
complete.
13
Maintenance
& Adjustments
Maintenance
2.
Lubricate
the wheels
and rear wheel gears at least once a
season with light oil (or motor
General Recommendations
Always observe
maintenance.
The warranty
safety rules when
performing
are removed
any
3.
on this lawn mower
does not cover items that
Lubricate
the torsion
discharge
door and side mulch plug periodically
oil to prevent
spring and pivot points
on the rear
with light
rust. See Fig. 6-1.
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed
here.
4.
The transmission
is pre-lubricated
and does not require lubrication.
and sealed at the factory
Changing
5.
Follow the accompanying
manual
of engine-governed
speed will void engine
schedule
wa rra nty.
All adjustments
season.
Periodically
should
be checked at least once each
and make sure these are
engine
for engine
for lubrication
lubrication.
build-up
of the mower
of grass clippings
deck after each use to prevent
or other debris. Follow steps below
for this job.
WARNING:
Always stop engine,
plug, and ground
against engine
any type of maintenance
disconnect
before
spark
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from lawn
mower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
2.
Tip mower
performing
on your machine.
so that it rests on the housing.
with the air cleaner
Lubrication
Lubricate pivot points on the blade and drive controls
at least once a season with light oil. These controls must
operate
and instruction
DeckCare
Clean underside
check all fasteners
tight.
1.
oil). If wheels
for any reason, lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner
surface of the wheel with light oil. See Fig. 6-1.
freely in both directions.
facing
up. Hold mower
Keep the side
firmly.
any direction
and do not leave the mower tipped for
WARNING:
tip can
the drain
mowerintomore
° in
any length of Never
time. Oil
the than
upper90 part
of the engine causing a starting problem.
See Fig. 6-1.
3.
Scrape and clean the underside
of the deck with a suitable
tool. Do not spray with water.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use a pressure washer or garden
hose
to clean your unit. These may cause damage to bearings,
or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened
life
and reduce serviceability.
4.
Put the mower
put plastic
now.
Figure 6-1
back on its wheels on the ground.
Ifyou
had
under the gas cap earlier, make sure to remove
it
Engine Care
A list of key engine
performance
maintenance
by the mower
accompanying
for a detailed
oil level as instructed
With engine off, shift back to first speed. This will provide
slack in the cable.
4.
Remove back cover of speed control housing by removing
the three screws securing it to the housing. See Fig. 6-3.
for good
is given below. Follow the
engine manual
Maintain
jobs required
3_
list and instructions.
in engine
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
Clean every few hours under extremely
r
manual.
conditions.
dusty conditions.
Poor engine performance
and flooding usually indicates
that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air
cleaner, refer to the engine
manual.
Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. Spark
plug replacement
mowing
is recommended
season. Check engine
at the start of each
manual for correct
plug
type and gap specifications.
Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the
top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation.
Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible
a rea.
debris from muffler
Repladng RearFlap
1.
To remove
rear flap, lift rear door, remove
flap in on either
side to remove from
screw, and press
hole. See Fig. 6-2.
Figure 6=3
5_
Remove screw and flat washer securing
NOTE:Make
cable is in.
6_
sure to take note of which
cable. See Fig. 6-3.
slot in housing
Using a pair of needle nose pliers or similar tool, move
eyelet in cable only one slot to the left in housing
as shown
in Fig. 6-4.
f
\
....
2 ..............
Figure 6=2
2.
Remove screw and flap from opposite
with new flap in the opposite
removal.
hole and replace
order and manner
of
\
Adjustments
VariableSpeed(:able
Periodic adjustment
of the variable
speed cable may be
necessary due to normal wear on the drive system. Adjustment
needed if unit begins to run too slow or too fast.
1.
J
is
Figure 6=4
Start engine and place shift lever in the third speed
NOTE: Moving eyelet to the left speeds unit up; moving
to the right slows it down.
position.
2.
Stop engine and disconnect
against engine.
spark plug wire and ground
it
it
7_
Replace screw and washer
removed
earlier and reassemble
back of housing.
SECTION 6 --
MAINTENANCE
& ADJUSTMENTS
15
7
Service
Blade Care
WARNING:
sharpening
When removing
or replacement,
the cutting
protect
blade for
your hands with
a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the
blade.
Periodically
inspect the blade adapter
strike a foreign object. Replace when
below for blade service.
1.
for cracks, especially
necessary.
5.
if you
the engine
which
hold the
to the engine crankshaft.
(or with part number)
faces the ground
is in the operating
position.
6.
when
7.
Remove blade and adapter
7-1.
from the crankshaft.
See Fig.
the mower
Make sure that the blade is aligned
and seated on
flanges.
Place blade bell support
blade bell support
See
Fig. 7-1.
and the inner surface
light oil. Slide the blade
side of the blade marked "Bottom"
the blade adapter
Remove the bolt and the blade bell support
crankshaft
with
adapter (and wave washer, if applicable) onto the engine
crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter such that the
Follow the steps
Disconnect spark plug boot from spark plug. Turn mower
on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor
blade and the blade adapter
3.
Lubricate
of the blade adapter
are facing up.
2.
excessive vibration
when rotating at high speeds. It
ARNING:
An unbalanced
will cause
may
cause damage
to mower blade
and could
break
causing personal injury.
_
on the blade. Align notches
on the
with small holes in blade.
Replace hex bolt and tighten
rain., 600 in. Ibs. max.
hex bolt to torque:
To ensure safe operation
of your mower,
blade bolt for correct torque.
periodically
450 in. Ibs.
check the
Belt Care
NOTE: Several components
the mower's
must be removed
belt. See an authorized
in order to change
Service Dealer to have your
belt replaced.
0ff-SeasonStorage
The following
steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower
for storage.
Clean and lubricate mower
lubrication
instructions.
/
thoroughly
Do not use a pressure washer or garden
unit.
Coat mower's
Blade Bell
Support
_._ ......
........
Bolt
Refer to engine
instructions.
j
Store mower
Figure 7-1
When removing
washer when
reassembling
corrosive
these items, a wave washer
may also come off with the adapter.
Be sure to include this
the blade adapter.
Failure to do
so will result in the unit not being able to change
4.
speeds.
Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance.
Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to check.
Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.
When sharpening
the blade, follow
grind. Grind each cutting
balanced.
in the
hose to clean your
blade with chassis grease to prevent
rusting.
k_
IMPORTANT:
cutting
as described
the original
edge equally
angle of
to keep the blade
manual
for correct engine storage
in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to
materials,
such as fertilizer.
When storing any type of power equipment
in a poorly
ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to
rust-proof
equipment,
mower
the equipment.
especially
before storage.
Using a light oil or silicone,
cables and all moving
coat the
parts of your lawn
Troubleshooting
Problem
Engine Fails to start
Cause
1.
Remedy
Blade control disengaged.
2. Spark plug boot disconnected.
2. Connect wire to spark boot.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Engine not primed (if equipped
with primer).
4. Prime engine as instructed
section.
in the Operation
5. Faulty spark plug.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Blocked fuel line.
6. Clean fuel line.
Z
Engine flooded.
Z Waita few mmutes to restart, butdo not
prime.
B,
Fuel valve (if equipped)
9. Engine not choked
Engine runs erratic
1. Engage blade control.
closed.
(if equipped
8. Open fuel valve. See engine manual.
with choke).
9. Choke engine. See engine
manual.
10. Burnt fuse. (Electric Start only)
10. Replace fuse (see Service Section).
1. Spark plug boot loose.
1. Connectand
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
tighten
spark plug boot.
gasoline.
3. Vent in gas cap plugged.
3. Clear vent.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
5. Refertoengine
6. Unit running
6. Push CHOKE knob in.
with CHOKE (if equipped)
manual.
applied.
Engine overheats
Occasional skips
(hesitates) at
1. Engine oil level low.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Air flow restricted.
2. Clean area around
1. Spark plug gap too close.
1. Adjust gap to .030".
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.
1. Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
2. Refer to engine manual.
1. Cutting
1. Tighten
and on top of engine.
high speed
Idles poorly
Excessive Vibration
blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting
Mower
will not
blade.
1, Wet grass.
blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. See an authorized
service dealer.
1, Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until
later to cut.
mulch grass
2, Excessivelyhigh grass.
2. Mow once ata high cutting
height, then
mow again at desired height or make a
narrower
3. Dull blade.
cutting
path.
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
Continued
on next page
17
Problem
Uneven cut
Cause
1. Wheels not positioned
Remedy
correctly.
1. Place all four wheels in same height
(if equipped
2. Dull blade.
SECTION 8 --
TROUBLESHOOTING
with individual
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
position
height adjusters).
9
19
ModelSeries830
21
28
11
15
29
i"-.24
I0
ModelSeries830
Ref
No.
1
Ref
No,
Part Number
Drive Cable
26
712-04063
Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
27
731-05462A
Trail Shield
I Part Number
746-04440
Description
Description
2
735-04059
Rubber
3
747-04994
Drive Control
28
731-05157
Rear Mulching
4
732-04516
Shift Spring
29
731-05702
Rear Door
710-1241
Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.00
Grommet
Baffle
5
747-04995
Blade Control
30
6
746-04438
Control
Cable
31
720-04072
Star Knob
7
749-04555
Lower Handle
32
732-04534
Torsion Spring, RH
8
725-0157
Cable Tie
33
747-05034
Door Pivot Rod
9
732-04535
Torsion Spring, LH
34
647-04051-0637
Grass Catcher
lO
710-0599
TT Screw, 1/4-20 x .500
35
964-04046A
Grass Catcher
11
787-01618-0629
21-inch
36
710-1174
Carriage
12
710-0654A
TT Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00
37
720-0279
Wing Nut
13
787-01346
Front Deck Baffle
38
710-1205
Eye Bolt
14
731-06304
Variable Spd. Cont. Panel Cover
39
749-04504
Upper Handle
15
726-0201
Speed Nut
40
736-0270
Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062
16
710-0779A
Screw, #10-16 x .500
41
732-1014
Torsion Spring
17
710-0895
Screw, 1/4-15 x .750
42
17032A
Chute Deflector
18
736-3000
Washer, Flat, .250 x .750 x .119
43
747-0710
Hinge Pin
19
936-0275
Washer, Flat, .344 x .688 x .065
44
987-02055
Mulch
20
715-04073
Dowel Pin
45
731-04177
Side Discharge
46
710-04373A
Screw, #12-16 x .75
Deck
Frame
Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2.00
Adapter
Plug Assembly
Chute
21
731-06873
Variable Speed Control
22
710-1017
Screw, AB, 1/4-14 x .625
47
728-0199
Rivet, Plastic
23
746-04439
Variable Speed Cable
48
731-06189
4 Speed Actuator
24
731-06173
Rear Baffle
49
731-06193
Speed Selector
25
710-3025
Screw, 5/16-18 x .625
Panel
Level
21
ModelSeries830
21
29
47
48_
14
28
..._
12
24
_'_
31.-'_ "_25
16"_
7
36I_
_'_'42
ModelSeries830
Ref
No.
1
Ref
I
Part Number
954-04176A
Description
No,
I
Part Number
Description
V-Belt
25
756-04317A
Lower Pulley
687-02322-0637
Handle Bracket Assembly
2
732-04338C
Spring Lever
26
3
720-04113
Height Adjuster
27
915-0221
Dowel Pin
4
917-04540B
Spur Gear, 14T- LH
28
618-04826A
Transmission
687-02323-0637
Handle Bracket Assembly
Knob
LH
Assembly
5
738-04278
Shldr. Screw, 1/4-20 x 0.50
29
6
710-0895
Screw, HL, 1/4-15 x .750
30
748-0390
Bearing Support
7
749-04267A-0637
Cross Bracket
31
732-04313
Extension
8
687-02204B-0637
Front Bracket Assembly
32
748-04096
Blade Adapter
9
731-05470
Clip Spacer
33
710-1044
Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.50
lO
741-04136B
Split Hex Flange Bearing
34
736-0524B
Blade Bell Support
11
734-04014B
Front Wheel
35
942-0741
21" Mulching
12
712-04065
Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
36
936-0447
Washer, Wave, 1.5 x 1.0 x .029
13
934-04430
Rear Wheel
37
710-0599
TT Screw, 1/4-20 x .500
14
710-04531
Screw, 1/4-20 x .39
38
731-06112A
Engine Baffle
15
917-04539B
Spur Gear, 14T- RH
39
956-04046
Lower Pulley Assembly
16
731-06284
Baffle
40
756-04311A
Pulley, Half
17
731-06974
Wheel Dust Cover
41
736-04413
Wash., Wave, .385 ID x .598 OD
18
687-02415
Transmission
42
710-04774
Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.250
19
731-05872
Clip Spacer
43
736-0242
Washer, Bell, .340 x .872 x .080
20
716-0198
Retaining
44
732-04543
Ring, .3751D x .054
787-01673
Gear Retainer Strap
Bearing Support
Ring .875
RH
Spacer
Spring
Blade
21
687-02314A-0637
Rear Bracket Assembly
45
22
732-04630
Compression
46
750-05008
Spcr., 25mm
23
756-04316A
Upper Pulley
47
736-0369
Washer, Flat, .508 x 1.00 x .020
24
936-0406
Flat Washer, .442 x 1.38 x .060
48
732-04646
Spr, Wave
Spring
x 1.375
23
MANUFACTURER'S
LiMiTED WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States
and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
"MTD" warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and
Attachments as described below) against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date
of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been
operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual
furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse,
abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other
peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use
of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use
with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as
to any resulting damage.
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items
such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags,
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
Attachments-- MTD warrants attachments for this product against
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year,
commencing on the date of the attachment's original purchase or
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:
grass collectors and mulch kits.
HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service dealer.
To locate the dealer in your area:
In the U.S.A.
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box
361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310,
1-330-220-4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.
com.
In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call
1-800-668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a
separate manufacturer's warranty. Referto applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions.
FOR
c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish
due to use or exposure.
d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
dealer.
e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported
outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their respective
possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD's
authorized channels of export distribution.
f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
g. Transportation charges and service calls.
h. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after
the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the
parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or
oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall
bind MTD. Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy
is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without
limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn
care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a
warranted product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply
to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of
the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability
for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others
and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the
product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a
gift.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to
obtain warranty coverage.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136=0019; Phone: 1=800=800=7310, 1=330=220=4683
MTD Canada Limited = KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1=800=668=1238
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