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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

• Service • Troubleshooting

• Warranty

Push Mower m Moclel Series 020

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

PrintedIn USA

FormNo.769-04525
(November10,2008)

ToTheOwner
ThankYou
Thank you for purchasing

a Lawn Mower

manufactured

If you have any problems

MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent
performance
when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual
It instructs

prior to operating

your machine.

persons

who will operate

address and mailing

the equipment.

you how to safely and easily set up, operate

maintain

carefully

and

concerning

address can be found

to ensure your complete

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

or questions

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.

The engine

All information

is relative to the most recent

warranty

at the time of printing.

Owner's/Operator's
Manual, packed separately
machine, for more information.

product

in this manual

information

available

the machine,

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

manufacturer

is responsible

issues with regards to performance,

Review

this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,
its features and operation.
Please be aware that this Operator's

for all engine-related

power-rating,

and service. Please refer to the engine

specifications,
manufacturer's
with your

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

to all models.

MTD LLC

reserves the right to change product specifications,
designs and
equipment
without notice and without
incurring obligation.

Table of Contents
Safe Operation

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

Service .....................................................................

Assembly & Set-Up ..................................................
Controls & Features ................................................

9
13

Troubleshooting
.....................................................
Illustrated Parts List ...............................................

17
18

Operation

Warranty

................................................................

Maintenance

&Adjustment.

.................................

RecordProductInformation
Before setting

up and operating

information
model

in the provided

plate by standing

MODEL NUMBER

your new equipment,

locate the model plate on the equipment

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please

and record the

area to the right. You can locate the

at the operator's

position

and looking

SERIALNUMBER

down at the rear of the deck. This information
will be necessary,
should you seek technical support via our web site, Customer
Support

Department,

................................................................

or with a local authorized

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service dealer.

CustomerSupport
Please

do NOT return

If you have difficulty
this machine,

the machine

assembling

to the retailer

this product

you can seek help from

Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com

Call a Customer

Write

Support

Representative

without

or have any questions

the experts.

or dealer

Choose

from

at (800) 800-7:310

us at MTD LLC • RO. Box :3611:31 • Cleveland,

first contacting
regarding

the options

the controls,
below:

or (330) 220-468:3

OH • 441:36-0019

our Customer
operation,

Support

Department.

or maintenance

importantSafeOperationPractices
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

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

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.

operation.

Keep this manual
reference

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

piece of power equipment,

to mow grass. Do not use it for any other

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

times. This machine

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

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

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.

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,

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:

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, you
could lose your footing or balance.

Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on
the slope gauge.

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.

Be alert and turn mower

Before and while moving
down for small children.

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.

Keep children away from hot or running
suffer burns from a hot muffler.

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.

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

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.

Do not engage the self-propelled

contact

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

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

Use only an approved
Never fill containers

gasoline

container.

inside a vehicle

Remove gas-powered

equipment

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight
equipment

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:

frequently

the engine.

securely.

engine.

Never store the machine

10.

flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space

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.

device.

Never fuel machine indoors
accumulate in the area.

running.
refueling.

Never tamper

damage

nozzle.

is complete.

is in safe working

Thoroughly

with the rim of the fuel tank or

may lead to improper

safety!"

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.

on the

blade

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

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
machine isforest-covered,
equipped with brush
an
on ARNING:
or near anyThis
unimproved
covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine's

systems: Engine

Catalyst (OC), Secondary

Air

(SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

exhaust

system is equipped

meeting

applicable

with a spark arrester

local or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it should
effective

working

order by the operator.

the above is required

be maintained

by law (Section 4442 of the California

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,

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

RO. Box 361131 Cleveland,

In the State of California

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

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.

i|1_

Do not mow

when

children

or others

are around.

IRFS
_1_

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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Usethis page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely.
WARNING:

Do not operate

(a rise of approximately
mowers

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

Assembly& Set-Up
Contents of Carton
One Lawn Mower

One Lawn Mower

One Hardware

Four Wheels

One Upper & Lower Handle

One Chute Deflector

One Bottle

Pack

One Blade Control

Operator's

Manual

One Engine Operator's

ffardware Pack

Group1

Qty. 2

k--

Group2
_--

Qty. 2

Qty. 2
Qty. 4

Qty. 4

Group3

Qty. 4

Group4
Qty. 2

Group5

\-_

]
Qty.

Qty. 1

Group6

Qty.

of Oil

Manual

Assembly

Secure the lower handle to the deck using the hex screws,
shoulder

screws, and flange

lock nuts. See Fig. 3-2.

NOTE:This lawn mower is shipped without gasoline or oil in
the engine. Fill up the gasoline and oil as instructed in the
accompanying

engine manual

BEFORE operating

your mower.

Chute Deflector
FlangeLock Nut
NOTE: Use the hardware
following
steps.
1.

in Group

to complete

Align the holes on the chute deflector

holes on the deck surface.

Insert carriage

screws up through

the underside

the chute deflector.

Shoulde
Screw

with the

corresponding

deck and through

the

of the

See Fig. 3-1.

\
He× Screw

Figure 3-2

UpperHandle
1,

Place the upper handle in position over the lower
keeping the blade control handle facing up.

Secure the upper
carriage

Carriage

Screw ..................

handle to the lower

handle

handle using the

bolts and lock nuts from Group 4 of the hardware

pack. See Fig, 3-3,

Figure 3-1
3,

Secure each screw with a washer and lock nut.

Handles
NOTE: Use the hardware
following
steps.

in Groups 2 and 4 to complete

the

Carriage
Bolt
\
\
\

Lower Handle
1,

Lift the rear of the deck and place it on a block of wood
secure it.

"Flange
Lock Nut

Place the lower handle over the deck and align the holes on
the deck with the corresponding

holes on the handle.

Figure

'°1

SECTION

3 --

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

3-3

Wheels

ht
NOTE: Use the hardware

in Group 3 to complete

the following

steps.
The holes in the deck provide

three cutting

corresponding

holes when attaching

lowest

position,

cutting

assemble

on the deck). Refer to the Cutting
more information.
1.

heights.

all four wheels

Use
(i.e. for the

each wheel at the highest
Height Adjustment

hole

section for

Secure each wheel to the deck as shown in Fig. 3-4.

Wheel

Lock
Nut

J
Figure
3_

3=5

Check to confirm that the blade control
against the upper handle.

pivots freely

Control Cable
Unwrap the control cable from the engine and route it
under the lower handle.

Washer

Z Fitting
1.
Figure 3-4
NOTE:The cupped
against the deck.

side of each washer

To make it easier to attach the Z fitting,

temporarily

the left side of the blade control as shown
should

remove

in Fig. 3-6.

be pressed

BladeControl
NOTE: If the blade control

is secured and in place on the upper

handle, you may skip the following
three steps. If, however, the
blade control became displaced either during shipping or during
assembly,
1.

reattach

Insert the curved end of the blade control
hole located
3-5.

it as follows:

on the right side of the upper

into the center

Z=Fitting

handle. See Fig.

Gently squeeze the blade control inward and insert the
straight end into the lower hole located on the left side of
the upper handle.

See Fig. 3-5.

Figure 3-6
2.

Hook the Z end of the brake cable into the control
inside to outside.

from the

See Fig. 3-6.

Reattach the left side of the blade control.

SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP

SecuringControl Cable
NOTE: Use the hardware

in Group 6 to complete

the following

steps.

properly

Loop the rope through

controls

Tighten

inoperative.
inside the snap fitting

the eye bolt. See Fig. 3-8.

the eye bolt to the handle using the lock nut. DO

NOT overtighten.

into the hole

handle, as shown

See Fig. 3-8.

engine.
3.

on the left side of the upper

handle and loosely thread

With the spark plug wire disconnected
and grounded,
depress the blade control and pull the rope out of the

avoid contact with all sharp edges and hot surfaces.
Such contacts damage the cable and render the

Press the stud found
found

The cable must be routed

the eye bolt to the upper

the lock nut on to secure it. Do NOT tighten.
2.

WARNING:

Attach

Adjustments

Figure 3- 7.

Cutting Height
1.

Remove the carriage

bolts and related

hardware

from the

wheels. See Fig. 3-9.

f
_Stu//d

inside

•

Snap Fitting
Snap

.......

Fitting

Upper
Handle

Medium

\
High

Figure 3=7
2.

Secure the cable to the lower left handle with a cable tie.
Trim off the extra length

of the cable tie.
Figure

Starter Rope
2.

NOTE: Use the hardware

in Group 5 to complete

the following

steps.

3=9

Reattach the wheels with carriage bolts at another hole.
Remember to attach ALL wheels at the same relative
position

to ensure an even cut. Refer to instructions

Attaching

The Wheels earlier in this section.

for

For a higher

Flange

cutting

height, use the lower hole on the deck. For a lower

Lock

cutting

height, use the upper

hole.

Set-Up
Gasand Oil Fill-Up
Refer to the separate engine owner's
engine information.

Eye Bolt

Add oil provided
of the box.

before

manual

starting

for additional

unit for the first time out

Service the engine with gasoline as instructed
separate engine

owner's

WARNING:

in the

manual.

Use extreme

care when

handling

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors

or while

Extinguish

the engine

cigarettes,

sources of ignition.

Figure 3=8

SECTION
3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP

is hot or running.

cigars, pipes and any other

Controls
and Features

Recoil Starter

J
Figure 4-1

8lade Control

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.

Never
attempt This
to bypass
its operations.
ARNING:
blade control
is a safety device.

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.

When starting the engine for the first time, push primer (if
equipped) five times. For all future starts, push the primer
three times. Wait about two seconds between each push.
See Fig. 5-1. Do not prime to restart a warm engine.

Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control
against upper handle.

Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil
starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous,
full arm stroke. See Figure 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

Stopping Engine

WARNING:

result in foreign

Release blade control to stop the engine and blade.

The operation
objects

of any lawn mower can

being thrown

into the eyes,

which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear
safety glasses while operating the mower, or while

before performing
any
work
on to
thestop
mower
or to
WARNING:
Wait for
the
blade
completely
remove the mulching baffle (if equipped).

performing
WARNING:
engine.

UsingYourlawn Mower

any adjustments

or repairs on it.

If you strike a foreign

object,

stop the

Remove wire from the spark plug,

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

thoroughly
inspect mower for any damage, and
repair damage before restarting and operating.

which

Extensive vibration

could damage

be accidently

thrown

serious personal

lawn mower
by the mower

or engine.

Such objects could

in any direction

injury to the operator

and others.

and cause

of mower

during

indication

of damage. The unit should

inspected

and repaired.

operation

is an

be promptly

Maintenance& Adjustments
DeckCare

Maintenance

Clean underside

General Recommendations
Always observe
maintenance.
The warranty

build-up

safety rules when

performing

any

of engine-governed

should

3.
and make sure these are

Always stop engine,
against engine

any type of maintenance

disconnect
before

Lubricate

spark

4.
pivot points

on the blade control

Lubricate

the wheels

at least once

must operate

freely in

at least once a season with light oil (or

motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate
surface of the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with
light oil. See Fig. 6-1.
3.

Scrape and clean the underside

schedule

Put the mower

and instruction

engine

manual

for engine

for lubrication

lubrication.

Do not use a pressure washer

or garden

hose

back on its wheels on the ground.

Ifyou

had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to
remove it now.

Engine Care
A list of key engine
performance
accompanying
Maintain

Follow the accompanying

of the deck with a suitable

serviceability.

on your machine.

a season with light oil. This control
both directions. See Fig. 6-1.

firmly.

to clean your unit. These may cause damage to the engine.
The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce

performing

Lubrication
1.

Keep the side

up. Hold mower

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.

IMPORTANT:

plug, and ground

facing

tool. Do not spray with water.

tight.
WARNING:

lawn

any direction

be checked at least once each

check all fasteners

so that it rests on the housing.

with the air cleaner

_ll

All adjustments
season.

spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from

or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

Tip mower

speed will void engine

wa rra nty.

Periodically

Disconnect
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.
Changing

deck after each use to prevent

or other debris. Follow steps below

for this job.
1.

on this lawn mower

of the mower

of grass clippings

maintenance

by the mower

jobs required

for good

is given below. Follow the

engine manual

for a detailed

oil level as instructed

list and instructions.

in engine

manual.

Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
Clean every few hours under extremely

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 is recommended
at the start of each
mowing season. Check engine 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

Figure 6-1

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.

if you

the engine

part number)

Remove the bolt and the blade bell support

which

operating

See

faces the ground

position.

and the inner surface

when the mower

is in the

Make sure that the blade is aligned

seated on the blade adapter

Place blade bell support on the blade. Align notches
blade bell support with small holes in blade.

Replace hex bolt and tighten
rain., 600 in. Ibs. max.

Fig. 7-1.

To ensure safe operation
blade bolt for correct

and

flanges.

6.
hold the

to the engine crankshaft.

crankshaft

with light oil. Slide the blade adapter

onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter
such that the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with

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

Lubricate

the blade adapter

Follow the steps

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.

hex bolt to torque:

of your mower,

periodically

on the

450 in. Ibs.

check the

torque.

Off-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

cutting

as described

in the

hose to clean your

blade with chassis grease to prevent

rusting.
Refer to engine
instructions.

manual

for correct engine storage

Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
When storing
ventilated
rust-proof

Figure 7-1

equipment,
3.

Remove blade and adapter
7-1.

from the crankshaft.

See Fig.

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.

the original

edge equally

angle of

to keep the blade

mower

any type of power equipment

in a poorly

or metal storage shed, care should be taken to
the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
especially

before storage.

cables and all moving

parts of your lawn

Troubleshooting
Problem
Engine Fails to start

Cause
1.

Remedy
1. Engage blade control.

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

in the Operation

section.
5. Faulty spark plug.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Blocked

6. Clean fuel line.

7. Engine

fuel line.

7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not

flooded.

prime.
8. Fuel valve (if equipped)
9.

Engine runs erratic

Engine not choked

closed.

(if equipped

8. Open fuel valve. See engine manual.
with choke).

9. Choke engine. See engine

manual.

1. Spark plug boot loose.

1. Connect and tighten

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh

spark plug boot.

gasoline.
3. Ventin

3. Clear vent.

gas cap plugged.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5,

Dirty air cleaner.

6. Unit running
applied.
Engine overheats

Occasional skips
(hesitates) at

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Refer to engine manual.

with CHOKE (if equipped)

6. Push CHOKE knob in.

1. Engine oil level low.

1. Fill crankcase with proper od.

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

2. Dirty air cleaner.

2. Refer to engine

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

manual.
and adapter.

2. See an authorized

blade.

spark plug.

service

Balance

blade.

dealer.

1. Wet grass.

1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until
later to cut.

2. Excessively high grass.

mulch grass

Mow once at a high cutting

height, then

mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting path.
3. Dull blade.
Uneven cut

1. Wheels not positioned

3. Sharpen or replace blade.
correctly.

1. Place all four wheels in same height
(if equipped

2. Dull blade.

with individual

posttion

height adjusters).

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

ModelSeries020

20
12

21
19

ModelSeries020

Ref,

Part

Number

Description

710-0654A

Hex Ind. Washer Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0

787-01602-0638

Cutting

Deck, 20" - Red

787-01602-0709

Cutting

Deck, 20" - Green

749-04037

Lower Handle

749-1092A-0637

Upper Handle

747-1161A-0637

Control

731-0872B

Rear Flap

17098P

Hinge Clip

710-1044

Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.5"

736-0524B

Blade Bell Support

748-0376C

Blade Adapter

942-0640

Cutting

731-0064

Discharge

710-0932

Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.0"

736-0173

Flat Washer

710-3008

Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x .75"

712-04063

Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

710-1205

Eye Bolt

710-0262

Carriage

753-0588

Blade Adapter

712-04064

Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20

734-04063

Wheel, 7" Star-Dia., Oys. Gray

938-0533

Shoulder

736-0105

Bell Washer

712-04065

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

725-0157

Cable Tie

746-0957

Control

938-04033

Shoulder

Handle (Bail)

Blade
Chute

Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1.5"
Kit (Incl. Ref. 8-10)

Screw, .498 x 1.635

Cable
Screw, 5/16-18 x.428"

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 one (1) year 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, 1-330-2204683 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. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a
separate manufacturer's warranty. Referto applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty.

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.

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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