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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

22=inch Rotary Mower-

Model Series 030

iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY

RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS

CAREFULLY

BEFORE

OPERATION

Warning: This unit is equippedwithan internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brushcoveredor grass-coveredland unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.

PRINTEDIN U.S.A

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,

OHiO 44136-0019

FORMNO.769-00901C
11/16/2006

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower, it will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance.
Please read and understand what it says.

Table of Contents
Slope Gauge ........................................................
Safe Operation Practices ...................................
Setup and Adjustment .......................................
Operating Your Lawn Mower ............................
Maintaining Your Lawn Mower .........................

3
4
6
12
14

Troubleshooting ................................................
Safety Labels ....................................................
Parts List ...........................................................
Warranty .............................................

16
17
18

Back Cover

MTDLLCreservesthe rightto changeproductspecifications,designs,and equipmentwithoutnoticeand withoutincurring
obligation.

Finding and Recording Model Number
BEFOREYOU BEGINTO ASSEMBLEYOUR NEW

EQUIPMENT,pleaselocate the model plateon the
equipmentand copy the information
to the sample
model plateprovidedto the right. You can locate the
model plate by standing at the operatingposition and
lookingdown at the rear of the deck. This information
will be necessaryto use the manufacturer'sweb
site, to obtain assistancefrom the CustomerSupport Department,or when contactingan authorized
service dealer.

Model Number

Serial Number

MTD LLC
P.O. BOX
CLEVELAND,
330-220-4683
, www.mtdproducts.com

361131
OH 44136

800-800-731

Customer Support
Please do NOTreturn
purchased,

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first

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which it was
Support.

If you havedifficulty assemblingthis productor have any questionsregardingthe controls,operation,or
maintenanceof this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choosefrom the options below:
= Visit www.mtdproducts.com
• Call a CustomerSupport Representativeat 1-800-800-7310.
• The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all engine-relatedissueswith regardsto performance,powerrating,specifications,warrantyand service. Please refer to the enginemanufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's
Manual,packedseparatelywith your unit, for more information.

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WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductiveharm.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of powerequipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator
can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Children

WARNING
This symbol points
out importantsafety
instructionswhich, if
not followed,could
endangerthe personal
i safety and/or property
I ofyourselfand others.
Read and follow all
instructionsin this
manual beforeattemptingto operate
i this machine. Failure
I to complywith these
instructionsmay result
i in personalinjury.When
you see this symbol.
i HEED ITS WARNING!

i Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to personswho read.
i understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
I.
=nthis manual
and on the machine.

Tragicaccidentscan occur if operatoris not alert to presence
of children.Childrenare oftenattractedto mowerand mowing
activity.Theydo not understandthe dangers.Neverassume
thatchildrenwill remainwhereyou lastsawthem.
1. Keepchildrenout of the mowingareaand underwatchful
careof a responsibleadultotherthanthe operator.
2. Be alert andturn moweroff if a childentersthe area.
3. Beforeand whilemovingbackwards,look behindanddown
forsmallchildren.
4. Useextremecare when approachingblind corners,
doorways,shrubs,trees,or otherobjectsthat may obscure
yourvisionof a child whomay run intothe mower.
5. Keepchildrenawayfrom hot or runningengines.Theycan
sufferburnsfrom a hot muffler.
6. Neverallowchildrenunder14 yearsoldto operatea power
mower.Children14 yearsoldand overshouldreadand
understandoperationinstructionsandsafetyrulesinthis
manualandshouldbe trainedandsupervisedbya parent.

General Operation
1. Readthis operator'smanualcarefullyin its entiretybefore
attemptingto assemblethis machine.Read,understand,
andfollowall instructionson the machineandin the
manual(s)beforeoperation.Be completelyfamiliar with
the controls andthe proper useof this machinebefore
operatingit. Keepthis manualin a safe place forfuture
and regularreferenceand for orderingreplacementparts.
2. This machineis a precision pieceof powerequipment,
not a plaything.Therefore,exerciseextremecautionat all
times.Yourunit has beendesignedto performonejob: to
mowgrass. Do not use it for any otherpurpose.
3. Neverallow childrenunder 14yearsold to operatethis
machine.Children 14yearsold and overshould readand
understandthe instructionsinthis manualandshould
be trainedand supervisedby a parent.Onlyresponsible
individualswho arefamiliar withthese rulesof safe
operationshould be allowedto usethis machine.
4. Thoroughlyinspectthe area wherethe equipmentis to
be used. Removeall stones,sticks,wire, bones,toys
andotherforeignobjects, whichcould be trippedover or
picked up andthrown bythe blade.Thrownobjects can
causeseriouspersonalinjury.Plan your mowingpattern
to avoid dischargeof materialtoward roads,sidewalks,
bystandersandthe like.Also,avoid dischargingmaterial
againsta wall or obstruction,whichmay causedischarged
materialto ricochetback towardthe operator.
5. Tohelp avoid bladecontact or a thrown objectinjury,
stay inoperatorzone behindhandlesand keepchildren,
bystanders,helpersand pets at least 75 feetfrom mower
whileit is inoperation.Stop machineif anyoneenters
area.

6. Alwayswearsafetyglasses or safetygogglesduringoperation andwhile performingan adjustmentor repairto protect
youreyes. Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan causeserious
injury to the eyes.
7. Wearsturdy, rough-soledworkshoesand close-fitting
slacksandshirts. Shirtsand pantsthatcoverthe arms and
legs andsteel-toedshoesare recommended.Neveroperate
this machinein bare feet,sandals, slipperyor light-weight
(e.g. canvas)shoes.
8. Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or undercutting
deck. Contactwithblade can amputatehands andfeet.
9. A missingor damageddischargecovercan cause blade
contactor thrownobject injuries.
10. Manyinjuriesoccuras a resultof the mowerbeing pulled
overthe foot duringa fall causedby slippingor tripping.
Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; releasethe
handle immediately.
11. Neverpullthe mowerback towardyou whileyou are
walking.If you must backthe mowerawayfrom a wall or
obstructionfirst look down and behindto avoid trippingand
thenfollowthese steps:
a. Stepback from mowerto fully extend yourarms.
b. Be sure youare well balancedwithsurefooting.
c. Pullthe mowerback slowly,no morethan half way
toward you.
d. Repeatthesesteps as needed.
12. Do not operatethe mowerwhileunderthe influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
13. Do not engagethe self-propelledmechanismon unitsso
equippedwhilestartingengine.
14. The bladecontrol handle is a safetydevice.Neverattempt
to bypassits operation.Doingso makesthe safetydevice
inoperativeandmay result in personalinjurythrough
contactwiththe rotatingblade. The bladecontrol handle
mustoperateeasily in bothdirectionsandautomatically
returnto the disengagedpositionwhen released.
15. Neveroperate the mowerinwet grass. Alwaysbe sure of
yourfooting. A slip and fall can causeseriouspersonal
injury.If you feel you are losing yourfooting,releasethe
bladecontrol handle immediatelyand the bladewill stop
rotatingwithinthreeseconds.
16. Mowonly in daylightor good artificial light. Walk,never run.
17. Stopthe bladewhen crossinggraveldrives, walksor roads.
18. If the equipmentshouldstartto vibrateabnormally,stop the
engineand check immediatelyfor the cause.Vibrationis
generallya warningof trouble.

19.Shutthe engine off and waituntil the bladecomesto a
completestop beforeremovingthe grasscatcheror unclogging the chute.
The cutting bladecontinuesto rotatefora few secondsafter
the engine is shut off. Neverplace any partof the body in
the bladearea until you are surethe bladehas stopped
rotating.
20. Neveroperate mowerwithoutpropertrail shield, discharge
cover,grasscatcher,bladecontrol handle or othersafety
protectivedevices in placeand working.Neveroperate
mowerwith damagedsafetydevices.Failureto do so can
result in personalinjury.
21. Mufflerand engine becomehot andcan causea burn.Do
not touch.

6. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipesand othersources
of ignition.
7. Neverfuel machineindoorbecauseflammablevapors will
accumulatein the area.
8. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whileengine is hot or
running. Allow engineto cool at least two minutesbefore
refueling.
9. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan Y2inch
below bottomof filler neckto providefor fuel expansion.
10. Replacegasoline cap andtighten securely.
11. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Moveunit to another area.Wait 5 minutesbeforestarting
engine.
12. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containernear an open
flame,sparkor pilot light as on a water heater,space
heater,furnace, clothesdryeror othergas appliances.
13. Toreducefire hazard,keepmowerfree of grass, leaves,
or other debrisbuild-up.Clean up oil or fuel spillage and
removeany fuel soakeddebris.
14. Allow a mowerto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.

22. Only use parts andaccessoriesmade forthis machineby
manufacturer.Failureto do so can resultin personalinjury.
23. Ifsituationsoccur whichare not coveredinthis manual,
use care and goodjudgment.Contactyour dealerfor
assistance.

Slope Operation

Practices

General Service:

Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto slip andfall accidents,which
can result insevereinjury.Operationon slopes requiresextra
caution.If youfeel uneasyon a slope,do not mowit. Foryour
safety,use the slope gaugeincludedas part of this manualto
measureslopes beforeoperatingthis uniton a slopedor hilly
area.Ifthe slope is greaterthan 15 degrees,do not mow it.

1. Neverrun an engine indoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorless
anddeadlygas.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertainthe
bladeandall movingparts havestopped.Disconnectthe
sparkplug wire andgroundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.
3. Checkthe bladeandengine mountingbolts atfrequent
intervalsfor propertightness.Also,visuallyinspectblade
fordamage(e.g.,bent,cracked,worn) Replacebladewith
the originalequipmentmanufacture's(O.E.M.)bladeonly,
listedin this manual."Useof partswhichdo not meetthe
originalequipmentspecificationsmay leadto improper
performanceand compromisesafety!"
4. Mowerbladesare sharp andcan cut.Wrap the bladeor
weargloves,anduse extracautionwhen servicingthem.
5. Keepall nuts,bolts, andscrewstight to be surethe equipmentis insafe workingcondition.
6. Nevertamperwithsafetydevices.Checktheir proper
operationregularly.
7. After strikinga foreignobject,stop the engine,disconnect the sparkplug wire andgroundagainstthe engine.
Thoroughlyinspectthe mowerfor any damage.Repairthe
damagebeforestartingandoperatingthe mower.
8. Neverattemptto makea wheel or cuttingheightadjustmentwhilethe engine is running.
9. Grasscatchercomponents,dischargecover,andtrail
shield aresubjectto wear anddamagewhichcould
exposemovingparts or allowobjectsto be thrown.For
safetyprotection,frequentlycheck componentsand replace immediatelywithoriginal equipmentmanufacturer's
(O.E.M.)parts only, listedin this manual."Use of parts
whichdo not meetthe originalequipmentspecifications
may lead to improperperformanceand compromise
safety!"
10. Do not changethe enginegovernorsettingor over-revthe
engine.The governorcontrolsthe maximumsafe operating
speedof the engine.
11. Maintainor replacesafetylabels,as necessary.
12. Observeproperdisposallawsand regulations.Improper
disposalof fluidsand materialscan harmthe environment.

Do:
1. Mow acrossthe face of slopes;neverupand down.Exercise
extremecautionwhen changingdirectionon slopes.
2. Watchfor holes,ruts, rocks,hidden objects,or bumps
which can causeyouto slip or trip. Tallgrasscan hide
obstacles.
3. Alwaysbe sure of yourfooting.A slip and fallcan cause
serious personalinjury.If youfeel you are losingyour
balance,releasethe bladecontrol handle immediately,and
the bladewill stop rotatingwithin3 seconds.

Do Not:
1. Do not mow near drop-offs,ditchesor embankments,you
could loseyourfooting or balance.
2. Do not mow slopes greaterthan 15degreesas shown on
the slope gauge.
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstablefooting could cause
slipping.

Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. Toavoid personalinjury or propertydamageuse extreme
care in handlinggasoline. Gasolineis extremelyflammable
and the vapors are explosive.Serious personalinjury can
occur when gasolineis spilled on yourselfor your clothes,
which can ignite.Washyourskin andchangeclothes
immediately.
2. Use onlyan approvedgasolinecontainer.
3. Neverfill containersinside a vehicleor on a truck or trailer
bed witha plasticliner.Alwaysplacecontainerson the
ground awayfrom yourvehicle beforefilling.
4. Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truckor trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,then refuel
such equipmenton atrailer witha portable container,rather
than from a gasolinedispensernozzle.
5. Keepthe nozzle in contactwiththe rim of the fuel tank or
containeropeningat all times untilfueling is complete.Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.

WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions, which if
not followed, could
endangerthe personal
safety and/or property
of yourselfand others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
Failureto comply with
these instructions may
result in personal injury.
When you see this
symbol.
HEED

iT'S WARNING!

Your Responsibility
Restrictthe use
of this power machine
to persons who read.
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manua
and on the machine.

Loose Parts
Cartoncontentsinclude:wheels,handles(upper & lower), bladecontrol,chute deflector,and a hardwarepack. Be
certainto removeall looseparts beforediscardingthe carton.Forconvenienceof assembly,identifyand separatethe
piecesin the hardwarepack accordingto Figure3-1 below.A set of adjustablewrencheswill be neededfor assembly.

Adjustment

Referenceto right, left,
front, or back of the
lawn moweris from
the operating position
only, unless otherwise
stated.

Qty. 2
IMPORTANT:
This unit is shipped
without gasoline or oil
in the engine. Fill up
gasoline and oil as
instructed in the accom-

--1

Qty. 1

panyingengine manual
BEFORE operating your
mower.

;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;

NOTE: This Operator's
Manual covers several
models. Lawn Mower
featuresvary by
model. Not all features
discussed (or engines
pictured) in this manual
are applicable to all
Lawn Mowermodels.

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Figure3-1:Contentsof the HardwarePack.

Control

Spark Plug Wire

*blade

Disconnectspark plugwirefrom the spark plugand
groundit againstthe engine.If engineis equippedwith a
rubberboot,attach rubberbootto a bolton the engine.
This will preventthe enginefrom firingduring assembly.

control may
be detached

Attaching The Handles
The lowerhandlehastwo flat endswith threeholeseach,
one small and two large.The upperhandlehas indented
endswith one holeand mayhavethe bladecontrol
attached.See Figure3-2.

Attaching Lower Handle
Lower Handle

Upper Handle

NOTE:Usethe hardwarein Group 1 to attachthe lower
handle.
1. Placethe lowerhandleoverthe handlebracket
assembliesand positioneachbracketstudinto the
top or bottomhole. See Figure3-3.

Figure3-2:Theupperandlowerhandles.

2. Securewith the star knobs,Figure3-3. Eachsideof
the lowerhandlemustbe positionedontothe stud at
the same position.

Attaching Upper Handle
NOTE:Usethe hardwarein Group 2 to attachthe upper
handle.
1. Placethe upper handlein positionoverthe lower
handlekeepingthe bladecontrolhandlefacing up.
2. Securethe upperhandleto the lowerhandleusingthe
carriageboltsand star knobs.See Figure3-4. Make
surethatthe carriagebolt headsgo on the outsideof
the handle.

J
Figure3-3:Attachthe lower handleto the bracketson deck.

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Figure3-4:Attachtheupperhandleto thelowerhandle.

Referenceto right, left,
front, or back of the
lawn mower is from
the operating position
only, unless otherwise
stated.

Attaching
Straight End

Blade Control

If the bladecontrolbecamedisplacedeitherduringshipping
or duringassembly,reassembleit now.If the bladecontrol
is firmlyin place,youmay proceedto thenext step.
1. Insertthe curvedend of the bladecontrol intothe right
hole.See StepA, Figure3-5. Squeezethe handlein
and insert thestraightend of the bladecontrol intothe
left holeof the upper handle.See Step B, Figure3-5.

Adj. tmo.t

2. Squeezethebladecontrolagainsttheupperhandleto
checkfor properassembly.The holein the bladecontrol
mustbe on theleft sideand thecontrolhandlemust
touchtheupperhandlewhensqueezed.

Attaching

Blade Control

Cable

1. Routethe cableunderthe lowerhandle.Pressthe
snapfitting intothe holeon the upperhandle as shown
in Figure3-6.
Figure3-5:Installthe bladecontrol(if needed).

The blade control
cable is attached to the

2. Hookthe "Z" end of the bladecontrolcable intothe
bladecontrolfrom the outsideto the inside.See Figure
3-6.

Securing

enginefrom the factory.
You will need to attach
the free end of the cable
:othe upper handle.

NOTE:Use thehardwarein Group 3 to securethe blade
controlcable.
Thecable mustbe routedproperlyto avoidcontactwith all
sharpedgesand hot surfaces.Suchcontactsdamagethe
cableand renderthe controlsinoperative.
1. Securethe cableto the lowerlefthandlenearthe base

MPORTANT:
This unit is shipped
without gasoline or
oil in the engine. Fill
up gasoline and oi
as instructed in the
accompanying engine
manual BEFORE

the Cable

of the unitwith a cabletie. See Figure3-7.Trim off any
excess.

Figure3-6:Attachthe bladecontrolcable.

operating your mower.

i
Figure3-7:Securecable to lowerhandleusing a cabletie.

Attaching Wheels
NOTE:Usethe hardwareinGroup4 to securethe
wheels.
1. Placethe moweron blocksup off of the ground.
2. Placethe largertwo wheelson the rear pivotarm
axles and securewith the flangedlocknuts.See
Figure3-8.
3. Repeatwith the two smallerwheelson thefront pivot
arm axles.See Figure3-8.
4. Removeblocksand put the moweron ground.

Attaching

Chute Deflector

NOTE:Usethe hardwareinGroup5 to securethe chute
deflector.

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Figure3-8:Installthewheels.

1. Align the holeson the chutedeflectorwith the
correspondingholeson thedeck.
2. Securewith self-tappingscrewsand bell washers
from undersideof the deck and up throughthe chute
deflector.See Figure3-9.

Attaching

Recoil

Starter

NOTE:Usethe hardwareinGroup6 to securethe recoil
starter.
1. Looselyattachthe rope guideto the outsideof the
upperhandleand threadthe wing nutonly a few
turns.See Figure3-10.Do not tighten.
2. Depressthe blade control.
3. Pullthe recoilstarterout of the engine.
4. Slipthe ropethroughthe ropeguideas shownin
Figure3-10.Tightenthe wingnut to securethe rope
guide.
Figure3-9:Installthe chutedeflector.

Reattach

The Spark Plug Wire

Reattachthe sparkplug wireto the spark plug.If engine
isequippedwith a rubberboot, makesurethe rubber
bootsnapsdownontothe spark plug.

Figure3-10:Securetherecoilstarter.

, IMPORTANT:
i This unit is shipped
i without gasoline or oil
inthe engine. Fill up
gasoline and oil as
, instructed in the accomi panying engine manual
BEFORE operating your
mower.

Adjustments
Handle Height
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ARNING: spark
Always
stopand
engine,
disconnect
plug,
ground
against engine before performing
adjustments.

2. Removethestar knobsshownin Figure3-12and
removethe lowerhandles.

Cutting Height
Eachwheelhasa heightadjustmentleverto changethe
cuttingheightof the mower.
1. Depressthe levertowardsthe wheel.
2. Slidethe leverassemblyto desiredpositionto
changethe cuttingheight.See Figure3-11.
3. Releaselevertowardsdeck.

WAR N!NG

IMPORTANT:All wheelsmust be positionedat the
sameheight.

IMPORTANT:
All wheels must be
_laced in the same
position. Forrough or
uneven lawns, movethe
wheelsto a higher position to prevent scalping
of grass.

3. Positioneach handlebracketstud into theappropriate
hole inthe lowerhandle.See Figure3-12.Eachend of
the lowerhandlemustbe placedin the sameposition.
4. Attachand tightenthe star knobs.
5. Reinsertstarterrope into ropeguide.For instructions,
referto page 9.
Rememberto attachthe sparkplug wireafter completing
the adjustmentsand beforeoperatingyourmower.

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d
disconnect spark plug;
and ground against
enginebefore perform'
ing adjustments:

Forconvenienceof operating,you mayadjust the handle
heightasfollows:
1. Removethestarter ropefrom the ropeguide.

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Figure3-11:Adjustingthe cuttingheight.

Figure3-12:Adjusting
thehandleheight.

NOTES

Know Your Lawn Mower
Blade Control

Recoil Starter

Cutting Height
Adjustment
Levers(one at
eachwheel)

WARNING
This blade control is a
safety device. Do not
bypass its operations.
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline.Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of

Figure4-1:Themaincomponents
onthemower.
Now that youhaveassembledyour lawnmower,it's importantto becomeacquaintedwith its controlsand features.

Blade Control

Recoil Starter

The bladecontrolisattachedto the upperhandle.
Depressand squeezeit againstthe upperhandleto
operatethe unit. Releaseit to stop the engineand
blade.

The recoilstarteris attachedto the rightupper handle.
Standbehindthe unit,depress bladecontrol,and pullthe
recoilstarterrope to startthe unit.

Gas and Oil Fill-Up
1. Checkoil leveland add oil if necessary.Followengine
manualfor this.

device.
Never attempt
bypass aits
ARNING:This
blade to
controlis
safety
operations.

2. Servicethe enginewith gasolineas instructedin the
enginemanual.Referto enginemanualfor locationof
oil and gas fill.

ignition.

Cutting Height
Levers

Adjustment

One adjustmentleveris locatedat eachwheeland is
usedto adjustthe cuttingheight.All fourwheelsmust be
movedto the sameheightto ensurea uniformcut.

handlinggasoline.
Gasoline is extremely
WARNING:Use extremecarewhen
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is
hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.

mowercan
resultoperationof
in foreign objects
being
ARNING:The
any lawn
thrownintothe eyes,whichcan damage
youreyesseverely.Alwayswearsafety glasses
whileoperatingthe mower or whileperformingany
adjustmentsor repairson it.
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Starting

Engine

You r LaWn
MoWer

operatoris
standingnearthe
lawnmower
WARNING:Be
sure no one otherthan
the
whilestarting engineor operating mower.
Neverrun engineindoorsor in encJosed,poorly
ventilatedareas. Engineexhaustcontainscarbon
monoxide, an ododess and deadly gas. Keep hands,
feet, hairand looseclothingaway fromany moving
parts on engineand lawn mower.
_i=

Figure4-2:Tostart mower,primethe engine,squeezeblade
control,andpull recoilstarter.

NOTE:Forthe locationof the primeron yourmower,
referto the enginemanualshippedwith yourunit.

Using Your Lawn Mower

1. Pushprimer(if equipped)threetimes. Waitabout
two secondsbetweeneachpush. See Figure4-2. In
temperaturearound55°For below,primefive times.
Do not primeto restarta warm engine.

Be surethe lawnis clearof stones,sticks,wire,or other
objectswhich coulddamagethe lawnmoweror the
engine.Suchobjectscouldbe accidentlythrown bythe
mowerin anydirectionand cause seriouspersonalinjury
to theoperatorand others.

2. Standingbehindthe mower,squeezethe blade
controlagainstupperhandle.See Figure4-2.
3. Holdingthese two handlestogetherfirmly,grasp
recoilstarterhandleand pull ropeout with a rapid,
continuous,full arm stroke.See Figure4-2. Keeping
a firm grip on the starterhandle,letthe rope rewind
slowly.Repeatuntil enginecranks.Letthe rope
rewindeach time slowly.

Stopping

stop
the engine.Removewire
from
the
ARNING:if
you strike a foreign
object,
spark plug, thoroughly inspectthe mower
for any damage, and repair the damage before
restartingand operating the mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indicationof
damage.The unit should be promptlyinspectedand
repaired.

Engine

1. Releasebladecontrolto stop the engineand the
blade.
2. Disconnectspark plug wirefrom spark plugand
groundagainstthe engine.

Operating

Tips

•

Forbest results,do not cut wet grass.

•

Newgrass,thickgrass,orwet grass mayrequirea
narrowercut.

•

Fora healthierlawn, nevercut morethan one-thirdof
thetotal lengthof the grass.

•

Yourlawnshouldbe cut in the fallas longas there
is growth.

•

Adjustgroundspeedaccordingto conditionof lawn.

WARNING
The operation of
any lawn mower
can result in foreign
objects being thrown
into the eyes, which
can damage your
eyes severely.
Alwayswear safety
glasses while operating the mower, or
while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the
lawn mower while
starting engine or operating mower. Never
run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas.
Engine exhaust
contains carbon
monoxide, an odor=
less and deadly
gas. Keep hands,
feet, hair and loose
clothing away from
any moving parts
on engine and lawn
mower.

Lubrication
*

Lubricatepivot pointson the bladecontrolat least once
a seasonwith lightoil. The bladecontrolmustoperate
freelyin bothdirections.See Figure5-1.

o Lubricatethe wheelsat least oncea seasonwith light
oil (or motoroil). if wheelsare removedfor any reason,
lubricatesurfaceof the axle boltand innersurfaceof
the wheelwith lightoil. See Figure5-1.
o Lubricatethe torsionspringand pivot pointon the
chutedeflectorperiodicallywith lightoil to preventrust.
See Figure5-1.
,

Followthe accompanyingengine manualfor engine
lubricationscheduleand instructions.

Deck Care
Cleanundersideof the mowerdeck after eachuse to
Figure5-1:Lubricationareas on the mower.

preventbuild-upof grass clippingsor otherdebris.

WARNING
General
Alwaysstop engine,
disconnectspark
plug,and ground
againstenginebefore
performinganytype
of maintenanceon
your machine.

the upper partof the
engine.
NOTE: Do not use a
pressure washer or
garden hose to clean
the mower. These may
cause damage to electric
components,spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or the
engine. The use of water
will result in shortened
life and reduce serwce-

WARNING:Never tip the mower more than 90°
in any direction and do not leavethe mower
tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the
upper part of the enginecausing a starting problem.

• Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen performing
maintenancework.
Thewarrantyon this lawnmowerdoesnot cover
itemsthat havebeen subjectedto operatorabuse
or negligence.To receivefull valuefrom warranty,
operatormustmaintainthe lawn moweras instructed
here.
• Changingof engine-governedspeedwill voidengine
warranty.
All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat leastonce
eachseason.

Nevertip the mower
more than 900inany
directionanddo not
leavethe mowertipped
for anylengthoftime.
Oilcandrain into

Recommendations

NOTE:Referto Engine Manualfor locationof engine
components.
1. Disconnectsparkplug wire.
2. Draingasolineor placea pieceof plasticunderthe gas
cap.
3. Tip the mowerso that it restson the housing.Keep
the sidewith the air cleanerfacingup. Holdthe mower
firmly.
4. Scrapeand cleanthe undersided the deck with a
suitabletool. Do notspraywith water.

disconnect
WARNING:Alwaysstop engine,
sparkplug, and ground against engine
before cleaning,lubricating, or performingany kind
of maintenance on your machine.
,_

5. Putthe mowerback on its wheelson the ground.If you
had put plasticunderthe gascap earlier,makesureto
removeit now.

Engine

Care

1. Maintainoil levelas instructedin enginemanual.
2. Serviceair cleanerevery25 hoursundernormal
conditions.Cleaneveryfew hoursunderextremely
dustyconditions.Referto engine manual.
3. Cleansparkplug and resetthegap once a season.
Checkenginemanualfor correctplugtype and gap
specifications.
4. Cleanengineregularlywith a cloth or brush. Keep
the coolingsystem(blowerhousingarea) cleanto
permitproperair circulation.Removeall grass,dirt and
combustibledebrisfrom mufflerarea.

ability.

Blade Care
removing cutting
WARNING:When
the
blade
for sharpeningor replacement, protect your
handswith a pair of heavygloves or use a heavyrag
to hold the blade.
_

Maintaining
Periodicallyinspectthe bladeadapterforcracks,
especiallyif you strikea foreignobject.Replacewhen
necessary.
1. Disconnectspark plug wirefrom spark plug.Turn
moweron its sidemakingsurethat the air filter and
thecarburetorare up.
2. Removethe boltand the bell washerwhich holdthe
bladeand the blade adapterto the enginecrankshaft.
See Figure5-2.

Figure5-2:The bladeand correspondinghardware.

3. Removebladeand adapterfrom the crankshaft.See
Figure5-2.
4. The bladecan be sharpenedwith a file or on a grinding wheel. Donot attemptto sharpenthe bladewhile
it is still on the mower.Whensharpeningthe blade,
followthe originalangle of grind.Grindeachcutting
edgeequallyto keepthe blade balanced.
5. Removebladefrom the adapterand balanceon a
round shaftscrewdriverfor testingbalance.Remove
metalfrom the heavyside untilit balancesevenly.

Off-Season

Thefollowingstepsshouldbe takento prepareyourlawn
mowerfor storage.
• Cleanand lubricate
mowerthoroughlyas describedin
the lubricationinstructions.
• Do notuse a pressurewasheror garden hoseto
cleanyourunit.
Referto engine manualforcorrectengine storage
instructions.
Coat mower'scuttingblade with chassisgreaseto
preventrusting.

cause
WARNING:An unbalancedbladewill
excessivevibrationwhen rotating at high
speeds.It may causedamageto mowerand could
breakcausingpersonalinjury.
,_

6. Lubricatethe enginecrankshaftand the innersurface
of the bladeadapterwith lightoil. Slide theblade
adapterontothe enginecrankshaft.
7. Placethe bladeon the adaptersuchthat the side
of the blademarked"Bottom"(or with part number)
facesgroundwhenthe mowerisinthe operating
position.Makesurethat the bladeisalignedand
seatedon blade adapterflanges.

Storage

Storemowerin a dry, cleanarea.Do not storenext to
corrosivematerials,suchas fertilizer.
Whenstoringanytype of powerequipmentin a poorly
ventilatedor metalstorageshed,care shouldbe taken
to rust-proofthe equipment.Usinga lightoil or silicone,
coat theequipment,especiallycablesand all moving
parts of yourlawnmowerbeforestorage.

WARNING
When removing the
cutting blade for
sharpening or replacement, protect your
hands with a pair of
heavy gloves or use a
heavy rag to hold the
blade.
An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotating at high speeds, it
may cause damage
to mower and could
break causing personal injury.

8. Placebell washeron the blade.
9. Replacehexbolt and tightenhexbolt to torque:450
in.Ibs.rain.,600 in.Ibs. max.
Toensuresafeoperationof yourmower,periodically
checkthe bladebolt for correcttorque.

Problem

Cause

Engine fails tostart

ii
2

B!adeContr0idisengaged,
Spa[kplug Wiredisconnected.

3: Fuel tank empty or staie fuel
4. Enginenot primed(if equippedwith
primer)i
5. FaultySparkp ugl
61 Blocl_edfuel linel
7: Engineflooded.

Shooting

Remedy
ii

EngagebladeContr0
2 connect wireto spark plugl

31 Filltank Withcleanl fresh gasoiine:
4. Primeengine as instr,u,
cted in operat_
ingYour Lawn Mower:
15
cleanl adjustgaP,OrreP!ace.
6. clean fuel linel
Wait a few minutesto restart butdo

I
8_Fue! yalve (if equipped)closed.
I 8_ Open fuel va!ve, see enginemanua!.
9. Enginenot Choked(if equippedwtchoke).
91 Choke enginel Seeengine manual.
Engine runs erratic

1. Sparkplug wire loose.
2. Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel.
3.
4.
5.
6.

For repairsbeyond
the minor adjustments
listedhere; contact
an authorized service
dealer'
ii

Engine overheats

Occasional skips
(hesitates) at high speed

1. Connect andtighten sparkplug wire.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank withclean,
fresh gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drainfuel tank. Refillwithfresh fuel.

Ventingas cap plugged.
Wateror dirt infuel system.
Dirtyair cleaner.
Carburetorout of adjustment.

5. Referto engine manual.
6. Referto engine manual.

1. Engineoil levellow.

1. Fillcrankcasewith proper oil.

2. Air flow restricted.
3. Carburetornot adjustedproperly.

2. Removeblowerhousingand clean.
3. Referto engine manual.

1. Sparkplug gap too close.
2. Carburetoridlemixtureadjustment
improperlyset.

1. Adjustgap to .030-inch.
2. Referto engine manual.

i_
i

Idles poorly
NOTE: Specifications are
subject to change without
notification or ob!igationl
Images my not [eft ect you r
exact model and are for

Excessive Vibration

Mower wil not mulch grass

1. Sparkplug fouled, faulty or gaptoo wide.

1. Resetgapto .030-inchor replace

2. Carburetorimproperlyadjusted.
3. Dirtyair cleaner.

spark plug.
2. Referto engine manual.
3. Referto engine manual.

1. Cuttingbladeloose or unbalanced.

1. Tighten bladeandadapter.Balance
blade.

2. Bentcutting blade.

2. See an authorizedservicedealer.

1. Wetgrass.
2 Excessivelyhigh grass.

iiiI i_I _ii_iii_iii_!i_i
i_i _ _i i_

_i
Uneven cut

3. Dullblade.
1. Wheelsnot positionedcorrectly.
2. Dull blade.

1 Donot mowwhen grass is wet wait
untillater to cut.
2. Mowonce at a high cutting height,
then mowagainat desiredheight or
makea narrowercutt ng path.
, 3. Sharpenor replaceblade.
1. Placeall four wheelsin same
heightposition.
_ 2. Sharen or re! laceblade.

Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower

WARNING

DoNOT
remove
safe_y
(or any)labels from
mower for any reason,

iVlodel Series 030

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WheelTreads

K2 BarTread

Bar Tread

Fief.
No.

Part No.

Description

710-1205

EyeBolt

720-0279

Wing Nut

747-1161A BladeControlHandle

749-1092A UpperHandle

746-0957

BladeControlCable- 37.25inch

746-0946

BladeControlCable- 48.25inch

746-1130

BladeControlCable- 40.00inch

749-04037

LowerHandle

725-0157

CableTie

787-01097

DeckAssembly22-inch

710-0654A TT Screw3/8-16x 1.0

748-0376C BladeAdapter,#6 x 1.19,w/Star
748-04096

BladeAdapter,25ramx 1.19

742-0642A StandardBlade22-inch

736-0452

Washer,Bell,.396 x 1.140x .095

710-1044

Screw3/8-24 x 1.5

712-04065

LockNut 3/8-16

741-0751

HeightAdjusterBearing

687-02094

PivotArm

687-02051

LeverAssembly(IncludesRef.# 31
& #36)

736-0741

BellWasher.760ID x 1.25OD

738-1172

ShoulderScrew

734-04213A FrontWheel,7 x 1.8, K2 Bar
734-1988

FrontWheel,7 x 1.8, Bar

710-0599

TT Screw 1/4-20x .5

736-0270

BellWasher.265 ID x .75OD

710-0216

Screw3/8-16x .75

738-1173

ShoulderScrew

734-04215A RearWheel,8 x 1.8,K2 Bar

734-1987

RearWheel,8 x 1.8,Bar

682-3064

HandleBracketAssemblyRH

682-3065

HandleBracketAssemblyLH

720-04072 Star Knob

731-04019 Trailshield

17098

HingeClip

710-1174

CarriageBolt5/16-18x 2

720-0426

Knob

732-1014

TorsionSpring

17032A

Chute Hinge

747-0710

HingePin

731-1034B HingedChuteDeflectorAssembly

732-1026

Spring Lever

To order replacement
parts, contact
1-800-800-7310
or visit
www.rntdproducts.com.

MANUFACTURER'S

LiMiTED WARRANTY

The limitedwarrantyset forth belowisgivenby MTDLLCwith respect
to newmerchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its
possessionsand territories.
"MTD"warrantsthis productagainstdefectsin materialand workmanshipfor a periodof two (2) years commencingon the date of original
purchaseand will, at its option,repairor replace,freeof charge,any
part foundto be defectiveinmaterialsor workmanship.This limitedwarranty shallonlyapply if this product hasbeen operatedand maintained
inaccordancewith the Operator'sManualfurnishedwith the product,
and has notbeen subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,
accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire, water,
or damagebecauseof otherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresulting
fromthe installationor useof any part, accessoryor attachmentnot
approvedby MTDfor use with the product(s)coveredbythis manual
willvoid yourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage.
Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand
workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30) days fromthe dateof purchase.
Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batteries,belts,blades,blade adapters,grass bags, riderdeck wheels,seats,
snowthrowerskid shoes,shaveplates,auger spiralrubberand tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages,
or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 441360019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our
Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoverageinthe followingcases:
a. Theengineor componentparts thereof.These itemsmaycarry a
separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's
warrantyfor termsand conditions.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone year
warranty.
c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade
sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck
adjustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish due to
useor exposure.

FOR

e. MTDdoesnot extendanywarrantyfor productssoldor exported
outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories,except
those soldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof export distribution.
f. Replacementparts that are notgenuine MTDparts.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
No impliedwarranty,includingany impliedwarranty of merchantabilityof fitness for a particular purpose,applies after the
applicable periodof express written warranty above as to the
parts as identified.No otherexpresswarranty, whetherwrittenor
oral, except as mentioned above, givenby any personor entity,
includinga dealeror retailer, with respect to any product,shall
bind MTD.Duringthe periodof the warranty,the exclusiveremedy
is repairor replacementof the productas set forth above.
The provisionsas set forth in this warrantyprovidethe sole and
exclusiveremedy arising from the sale. MTDshallnot be liable
for incidentalor consequentialloss or damage including,without
limitation, expensesincurredfor substituteor replacementlawn
careservicesor for rentalexpensesto temporarily replacea
warranted product.
Somestatesdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor
consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarranty
lasts, sothe aboveexclusionsor limitationsmaynot applyto you.
In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the
purchasepriceof the productsold.Alterationof safety features of
the productshallvoid this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability
for loss,damage,or injuryto you and yourpropertyand/orto others and
theirpropertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto usethe product.
This limitedwarrantyshallnot extendto anyoneotherthan theoriginal
purchaseror to the personfor whomitwas purchasedas a gift.
HOWSTATELAWRELATESTOTHIS WARRANTY: This limited
warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and youmay alsohaveother
rightswhich vary from stateto state.
IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginal Proofof Purchaseto obtain
warrantycoverage.

d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthanan authorizedservice
dealer.

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

Phone: 1=800=800-7310, 1-330=220-4683

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