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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

• Service • Troubleshooting

• Warranty

L

Reel Mower

m Moclels 3000 & 3100

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019

FormNo.769-06424A
(October21,2010)

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ToTheOwner
ThankYou
Thank you for purchasing

an MTD Reel Mower.

engineered to provide excellent
operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual
It instructs

performance

It was carefully

prior to operating

your machine.

persons

who will operate

address and mailing

carefully

follow

concerning

address can be found

to ensure your complete

and

Please be sure that you, and any other
the machine,

or questions

the machine,

phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us
directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone
numbers, website

the equipment.

you how to safely and easily set up, operate

maintain

If you have any problems

when properly

Throughout

the

machine

satisfaction

this manual,
are observed

on this page. We want

at all times.

all references

to right and left side of the

from the operating

position

recommended
safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
All information
product

in this manual

information

is relative to the most recent

available

at the time of printing.

Review

this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,
its features and operation.
Please be aware that this Operator's
Manual may cover a range of product specifications
for various
models. Characteristics
and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual

may not be applicable

the right to change
equipment
without

to all models. We reserve

product specifications,
designs and
notice and without
incurring obligation.

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Safe Operation

Practices ........................................

3

Illustrated
Warranty

Assembly

& Set-Up ..................................................

S

Operation

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7

Maintenance

&Adjustment.

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and record the

area to the right. You can locate the

model plate by looking near the wheels of the machine. This
information
will be necessary, should you seek technical support
via our web site, Customer
authorized service dealer.

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your new equipment,

locate the model plate on the equipment

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this machine,

the machine
assembling

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or maintenance

of

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ImportantSafeOperationPractices
WARNING:

This symbol

could endanger

points out important

the personal

all instructions

in this manual

with these instructions

DANGER: This machine
machine

is capable

attempting

of amputating

safety instructions

fingers
could

carefully

in its entirety

to assemble this machine. Read, understand,
all instructions
on the machine and in the

manual(s)

before operation.
and regular

Keep this manual
reference

Be completely
familiar
before operating it.

3.

This machine

with the proper

is a precision

not a plaything.

11.

in a safe

caution

to mow grass. Do not use it for any other

Failure to observe

Many injuries occur as a result of the mower

being pulled

a fall caused by slipping

or tripping.

if you are falling;

release the

Be careful when

pulling

the machine

backward.

Look down

Be sure you are well balanced

with sure footing.
12.

Do not operate the mower
alcohol or drugs.

13.

Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal

at all

to perform

objects.

and behind to avoid tripping.

use of this machine

exercise extreme

in

can result in serious injury. This

Do not hold on to the mower

and for ordering

has been designed

practices

handle immediately.

piece of power equipment,

Therefore,

times. This machine

Failure to comply

to the safe operation

and toes and throwing

parts.

2.

Read and follow

result in serious injury.

before

attempting
and follow

replacement

according

over the foot during
manual

and others.

this machine.

or error on the part of the operator

10.

Read this operator's

place for future

to operate

if not followed,

HEED ITS WARNING!

GeneralOperation
1.

of yourself

which,

injury.

was built to be operated

Carelessness

the following

before

property

may result in personal

When you see this symbol.

this manual.

safety and/or

safety instructions

under the influence

of

injury.

one job:
14.

purpose.

while

Mow only in daylight

or good artificial

light. Walk, never

run.

4.

Never allow children under 10 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 10 and over should read and understand
the instructions

and safe operation

and on the machine

and should

practices

be trained

15.

has stopped

Only responsible

individuals

rules of safe operation
machine.
6.

Thoroughly

who are familiar

should

be allowed

with these

to use this

inspect the area where the equipment

foreign
7.

handles

and keep children,

away from
anyone
8.

mower

stay in operator
bystanders,

while it is in operation.

and pets

Stop machine

if

work shoes and close-fitting

slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms
shoes are recommended.

operate this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery
weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.
9.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating
blades can amputate

rotating.

Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by
the manufacturer.
Failure to do so can result in personal

practices

when

moving

mower.

injury.
18.

If situations

occur which

are not covered

in this manual,

care and good judgement.
Contact Customer Support
assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer.

Never
or light-

use
for

Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,

enters area.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled
and legs and steel-toed

Never place any part

Use safe lifting

zone behind

helpers

to rotate for a few seconds

moving.

17.

objects.

To help avoid blade contact,

has stopped

16.

is to be

used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other

blade may continue

of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade

and supervised

by an adult.
5.

The cutting

after the mower

in this manual

which

can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. If the slope
is greater than

15 degrees, do not mow it.

Do:
1.

blades. Contact with

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise
caution

when changing

direction

on slopes.

fingers and toes.
2.

Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden

objects, or bumps

which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
3.

Always be sure of your footing.
serious personal injury.

A slip and fall can cause

Do Not:
1.

Service

Do not mow near drop-offs,
could lose your footing

ditches

or embankments,

you

1.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wear gloves, and use
extra caution when servicing them.

2.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight

or balance.

2.

Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.

3.

Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable

footing

could cause

equipment

slipping.

3.

Never tamper
operation

Children
Tragic accidents
presence

can occur if the operator

of small children.

Children

is in safe working

to be sure the

condition.

with safety devices. Check their proper

regularly.

is not alert to the

are often attracted

to the

mower and the mowing activity. Children younger than 10 yearsold do not understand
the dangers. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
1.

Keep children younger than 10 years-old out ofthe
mowing area and under watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.

2.

Be alert and stop mowing

3.

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.

4.

Never allow children under 10 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 10 and over should read and understand
the instructions

if a child or others enter the area.

and safe operation

and on the machine
adult.

and be trained

practices

in this manual

and supervised

by an

Safety Symbols
This page depicts
machine

and describes

before attempting

safety symbols

to assemble

that may appear

on this product.

Read, understand,

and follow

all instructions

and operate.

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand,
assemble

and follow

all instructions

in the manual(s) before

and operate

DANGER -- ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away.

•

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SECTION 2 --

®
DANGER -- BYSTANDERS
Do not mow when children

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

or others are around.

attempting

to

on the

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Assembly
& Set-Up
Contents of Crate
One Upper Handle

Two Mid Handles

One Lower Handle

Six Carriage Bolts

Six Wing

Six Saddle Washers

One Grass Catcher (Model

3100)

Knobs

One Operator's

Manual

One Product

Mower Set-Up
Attaching the Handle
1.

Secure the upper
carriage

handle to the mid handles with two

bolts, two saddle washers

and two wing

knobs.

See Fig. 3-1.

Figure 3-2

Figure 3=1
2.

Securethe

handleassembledin

step 1 tothelowerhandlewith

four carriage bolts, four saddle washers and four wing
knobs. See Fig. 3-2.
3.

Position the complete handle assembly over the studs on
the rear of the mower frame. See Fig. 3-3.

Figure 3=3

Registration

Card

Adjusting the Cutting Height

Attaching the GrassCatcher(Model 3100)

The cutting height can be adjusted
3/4-inch and 21/2-inches.

to between

approximately

I.

opening

Move the right-hand height adjustment
lever outward and
then position it forward (to lower the cutting height) or

2.

rearward

f

(to raise the cutting

into the notch for your desired

Expand the grass catcher

height)
height.

before

releasing

it

See Fig. 3-4.

from its collapsed

up the hinges found

Position the grass catcher
the mower. See Fig. 3-5.

position

by

on the inside of its frame.

hooks over the rod on the rear of

\

Figure 3-5
3.

Figure 3-4

Position the strapthrough
the mower's

2.

RepeatStep

I on the left-hand

height adjustment

side making

sureto release the

lever into the corresponding

notch.

the grass catcher's handleand

lower handle crossbar to support

of the grass catcher. See Fig. 3-6. Adjust the length of the
strap so that the bag is low to the ground but not dragging
on the ground.

Figure 3-6

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SECTION3 --

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

over

the rear

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Operation
UsingYourLawnMower
Please observe

the following

when operating

your reel mower.

Transportingthe Mower

Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects
which

could damage

lawn mower

During normal operation, the blade reel will turn anytime the
mower's front wheels are turning. To safely move the mower

or engine.

from one location
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,

or while

dry. Attempting

to mow wet grass can result in an uneven

cut.

Slightly overlap
uncut strips.

without

the blade reel turning,

F

pace while pushing

the

each pass to even the cut and avoid leaving

Mow the lawn regularly,
growing

to another

pivot the handle over the reel and push the mower

or repairs on it.

Mow the lawn when the grass is relatively

Maintain a consistent walking
mower in straight passes.

simply

at least once a week during

season. Mow more frequently

with a conventional

rotary

the

than you would

lawn mower.

Always mow with the blade height adjusted

to cut no more

than 1/3the total height of grass.
If the height

of your lawn's grass exceeds four inches,

adjust the blade height to its highest

position

before

mowing. After mowing, readjust the blade to your
preferred cutting height and mow the lawn a second time
within

the next one or two days.

\
Figure 44

UsingGrassCatcher(Model3100)
You can use the grass catcher to collect
operating
1.

clippings

while

Attach

grass catcher

& Set-Up section.
in catcher

following

instructions

Grass clippings

as you operate

in the Assembly

will automatically

Remove the grass catcher's
to remove

thoroughly
any damage

up and away from the

the bag. Dispose of the grass clippings

and reinstall the bag when
WARNING:

clippings.

strap from the lower handle's

crossbar and lift the grass catcher
mower

collect

the mower. The faster you push

the mower, the more effectively it will collect
Operate the mower till grass catcher is full.
2.

you are

the mower.

complete.

If you strike a foreign
inspect
before

mower

object,

for any damage.

operating.

Repair

from the opposite

side. See Fig. 4-1. Pushing the mower

manner

mode)

(transport

prohibits

the blade reel from

in this
turning.

Maintenance& Adjustments
Maintenance

Adjustments

General Recommendations
Always observe
maintenance.
The warranty

safety rules when

performing

any

to rotate.

on this lawn mower

does not cover items that

have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed
here.
All adjustments
season.
Periodically

should

Blade ClearanceAdjustment
The blade reel is adjusted for proper clearance from the cutting
bar at the factory. However, after extended periods of mowing or
as part of annual maintenance,

be checked at least once each

clearance

check all fasteners

cutting

apply

lubricant

to mower's

cutting

If blade clearance

surfaces,

and difficult

reel axle shaft and wheels.

the build-up

the mower

by wiping

of grass clippings
it down

or other

pattern

will be

will be noisy

operating.

proceed

as follows:

1.

Locate the adjustment
bolts found on the underside
cutting bar on the rear of the mower.

2.

Using a 13ram wrench,

of the

with a damp cloth after each use.

Scrape and clean the mower
plastic scraper or brush).

with a suitable

Do not use a pressure washer or garden
mower.
Remove deposits

debris, clean

that the blade

is too narrow, the machine

to push while

To adjust blade clearance,

Cleaningthe Mower
To prevent

it is recommended

be readjusted.

If blade clearance is too wide, the cutting
rough and uneven.

and make sure these are

tight.
Regularly

Wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
ARNING:
Mowerrotation
blades can
are cause
sharp the
and blade
can cut.
them.
Any wheel
reel

_

tool (e.g. a

tighten

the adjustment

bolts (one

on each end) 1/4-turn. See Fig. 5-1.

hose to clean the

screws, as this could damage the cutter bar. Tighten
Do
not overtighten
the adjusting
during
final adjustment.

CAUTION:
both screws

from the wheel tread.

Blade Care

i_

Wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
WARNING:
them.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Periodically

sharpen the blades as follows:

1.

Spread a thin layer of lapping compound
the front edge of the reel blades.

2.

Adjust the cutter barso that the blade has light but firm
contact across the full width of the cutter bar. Refer to
Blade Clearance

3.

Operate the mower
of the cutter

4.

Adjustment

(100 - 240 grit) on

later in this section.

on a paved surface

until the front edge

bar blade is polished.

Clean any grinding

compound

or debris from the cutter

bar

blade, reel blade, pinions, and pawls.
,J

Figure 5-1

3.

To test for proper adjustment:
a.

Lean the mower
on the handle.

all the way back so that it's resting

b.

Use one hand to slowly rotate the wheel of the
mower, causing the blade reel to slowly turn. If the
wheel is too difficult
adjustment

to turn, slightly

loosen each

screw.

While the blade reel is turning, insert a sheet of
paper between the blade reel and the cutting bar.
See Fig. 5-2. The paper should shear evenly along
the entire length

of the cutter

scissors. If the paper doesn't
each adjustment

bar, as if being cut by
shear, slightly

tighten

screw and repeat the test.

Figure 5-2

SECTION S --

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

9

Models15A-3000& 15A3100

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Models15A-3000& 15A-3100

Ref,

I

Part

Number

Description

Ref,

[

Part Number

Description

1

720-04167

Grip, Handle, 26 x 16 x 630

24

710-05325

Bolt, M6x20,

2

749-04811

Handle, Upper

25

731-08254

Hub Cap

3

749-04812

Handle, Middle

26

734-04607

Wheel, Complete

4

720-04169

Knob, Orange

27

787-01969

Bracket, Black

5

749-04813

Handle, Lower (Model 3000)

28

736-04568

Washer, Spacer, Gb/T7244

5

749-04814

Handle, Lower (Model 3100)

29

787-01973

Bracket, Support,

6

710-05321

Bolt, M6 x 35gb/T12

30

736-04569

Washer, 20x10.2x1.4

7

711-05531

Shaft, Rear,Black (Model 3000)

31

712-04294

Nut, MIO, Gb/T6172.2

7

711-05533

Shaft, Rear,Black (Model 3100)

32

717-04917

Gear, 41ram, Pa66

8

712-04292

Nut, M8, Gb/T6172.2

33

787-01976

Support,

9

736-04563

Washer, 17 x 8.2 x 1.2

34

736-04570

Washer, 34 x 15.5x 1

10

711-05534

Pin, (Model 3000)

35

741-04514

Bearing, 6002z

10

711-05535

Pin, (Model 3100)

36

742-04362

Blade, Roller (Model

3000)

11

710-05322

Screw, M8-16gbt70.2

36

742-04363

Blade, Roller (Model

3100)

12

787-01986

Bracket, Rear,LH, Black

37

787-01978

Shield, Deflector

(Model

3000)

13

787-01961

Handle, Adjustment, Orange

37

787-01980

Shield, Deflector

(Model

3100)

14

734-04605

Wheel, Rear

38

787-01982

Bracket, Support,

15

736-04564

Washer, 17 x 8.2 x 1.2

39

711-05536

Axle, Wheel, 19x65.5

16

736-04565

Washer, Gb/T955

40

712-04295

Nut, M8, Gb/T6170

17

736-04566

Washer, 20 x 13x 1

41

710-05326

Bolt, M8x16gb/T5781

18

710-05323

Bolt, M8 x 24

42

787-01985

Bracket, Adjustment,

9 Tooth RH

19

787-01965

Bracket, Lower Blade, Black
(Model 3000)

787-01994

Bracket, Adjustment,

9 Tooth LH

43

787-01988

Bracket, Rear, RH, Black

44

710-05327

Bolt, M6xlO Gb/T5780

45

764-04133

Grass Bag (Model

46

727-04374

Strap, Grass Bag (Model 3100)

47

736-04573

Saddle Washer

19

787-01967

Bracket, Lower Blade, Black
(Model 3100)

20

712-04293

Nut, M8 x 1

21

732-04854

Spacer, 65mm, 17 x 4 x 48

22

710-05324

Bolt, M8 x 1 x 65

23

736-04567

Washer, 25 x 6.5 x 1.5

Gb/T5780

LH, Black

19x 10x 5

RH, Black

3100)

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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, engine oil, air filters, spark
plugs 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 OBTAINPARTSAND SERVICE:Warranty service is available,
WITH PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area:
In the U.S.A.
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-2204683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call 1-800668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
a.

FOR

c. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
dealer.
d. 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.
e. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
f. Transportation charges and service calls.
g. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies after
the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the
parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or
oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity,
including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall
bind MTD. Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy
is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and
exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without
limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn
care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a
warranted product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply
to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of
the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability
for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others
and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the
product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the
original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a
gift.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to
obtain warranty coverage.

Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.

b. 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.

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
GDOC-100016 REV. C



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