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Safety • Setup • Adjustments • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting

• Parts Lists • Warranty

22" Rotary Mower-

Model Series 070

iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY

RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS

CAREFULLY

BEFORE

OPERATION

Warning: This unit is equippedwith an 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.

For USCustomers: MTDLLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019
For CanadianCustomers: MTD Products Ltd.,P.O.Box 1386,KITCHENER,ONTARION2G4J1

772C0793
02/04/2006

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new equipment, 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 ...................................
Set-Up & Adjustments ........................................
Operation .............................................................

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4
6
8

Maintenance
& Off-Season Storage ................
Trouble Shooting ..............................................
Warranty ............................................................
illustrated Parts Lists .......................................

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12
13
14

Finding and Recording IVlodel Number
BEFOREYOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
the model number and the serial number to the sample model
plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by
standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear
of the deck.

Model
Number
Num6ro
de module

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USA-www.mtdproducts.com
CAN-www.mtdcanada.com

Serial
Num6ro

Number
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CLEVELAND, OH 44136
LLC
MTD PRODUCTS
LIMITED
KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1
1-800-800-7310
1-800-668-1238

Customer Support
Please do NOTretum
the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,
without first contacting Customer Support.
Ifyou have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenanceof this unit,
please call a Customer Support Representative.
For US Customers: 1-330-220-4MTD (4683)or 1-800-800-7310
For Canadian Customers: 1-800-668-1238
Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information.
You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to processyour call.

The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all enigne-related issueswith regards to performance, power-rating,specifications,
warranty and service. Please referto the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your unit,
for more information.

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DANGER:This machinewas builtto be operatedaccordingto the rulesfor safeoperationin this manual.As with
anytype of powerequipment,carelessnessor erroron the partof the operatorcan result in seriousinjury.This
machineis capableof amputatinghandsand feet and throwingobjects.Failureto observethe followingsafety
instructionscould resultin seriousinjuryor death.

General Operation

a. Stepback from the mowerto fullyextend yourarms.

1. Readthis operator'smanual carefully inits 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.

b. Be sureyou are well balancedwithsure footing.
c. Pullthe mowerback slowly,no morethan half way
towardyou.
d. Repeatthesesteps as needed.
12. Do not operatethe mowerwhileunderthe influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
13. Do not engagethe self-propelledmechanismon unitsso
equippedwhilestartingengine.

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.

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.
HEED iTS WARNING!

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.

3. Neverallow childrenunder 14yearsold to operatethis
machine.Children 14yearsold and overshould readand
understandthe instructionsinthis manualandshould
be trainedand supervisedby a parent.Onlyresponsible
individualswho arefamiliar withthese rulesof safe
operationshould be allowedto usethis machine.
4. Thoroughlyinspectthe area wherethe equipmentis to
be used. Removeall stones,sticks,wire, bones,toys and
otherforeignobjectswhichcould be tripped overor picked
up andthrown by the blade.Thrownobjectscan cause
seriouspersonalinjury.Plan yourmowingpatternto avoid
dischargeof materialtoward roads,sidewalks,bystanders
andthe like.Also, avoiddischargingmaterialagainsta
wall or obstructionwhich may causedischargedmaterial
to ricochet backtoward the operator.
5. Tohelp avoid bladecontact or a thrown objectinjury,
stay inthe operatorzonebehindthe handlesand keep
children,bystanders,helpersand pets at least 75 feet
fromthe mower whileit is in operation.Stop machineif
anyoneentersthe area.

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 in goodartificial light.Walk, never
run. Stopthe bladewhen crossinggraveldrives,walks or
roads.
17. If the equipmentshouldstartto vibrateabnormally,stop the
engineand check immediatelyfor the cause.Vibrationis
generallya warningof trouble.
18. Shutthe engineoff andwait untilthe bladecomesto
a completestop beforeremovingthe grass catcheror
uncloggingthe chute.The cutting bladecontinuesto rotate
fora few secondsafter the engine is shut off. Neverplace
any part of the bodyin the bladearea untilyou aresure the
blade hasstoppedrotating.

6. Alwayswearsafetyglasses or safetygogglesduring
operationand whileperformingan adjustmentor repair
to protectyour eyes.Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan
causeseriousinjury to the eyes.

19. Neveroperate mowerwithoutproper trail shield, discharge
cover,grasscatcher,bladecontrol handleor othersafety
protectivedevices in place andworking. Neveroperate
mowerwithdamagedsafetydevices.Failureto do so, can
result inpersonalinjury.

7. Wearsturdy, rough-soledworkshoesand close-fitting
slacksandshirts. Shirtsand pantsthatcoverthe arms
and legsand steel-toedshoesare recommended.Never
operatethis machinein barefeet, sandals,slipperyor light
weight (e.g.canvas) shoes.

20. Mufflerandengine becomehot and can causea burn.Do
not touch.

i Your Responsibility
i Restrict the use

8. Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or underthe
cuttingdeck. Contactwiththe blade can amputatehands
andfeet.

21. Only use partsand accessoriesmadefor this machineby
the manufacturer.Failureto do socan resultin personal
injury.

i of this powermachine
to persons who read,
understand

9. A missingor damageddischargecovercan cause blade
contactor thrownobject injuries.

22. If situationsoccurwhich are not coveredin this manual,use
careand good judgment. Call customerassistancefor the
name of yournearestservicingdealer.

and follow the warnings
and instructions
,I in
this
and
onmanual
the machine.

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.

Slope Operation
Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto slip andfall accidentswhich
can result insevere injury.Operationon slopes requiresextra
caution. Ifyou feel uneasyon a slope,do not mow it. For your
safety,usethe slope gaugeincludedas part of this manualto
measureslopes beforeoperatingthis unit on a slopedor hilly
area.If the slope is greaterthan 15degrees, do not mowit.

11. Neverpullthe mowerback towardyou whileyou are
walking.If you must backthe mowerawayfrom a wall or
obstructionfirst look down and behindto avoid tripping
andthen followthese steps:

8. Neverfuel machineindoorsbecauseflammablevapors
will accumulateinthe area.

Do:

1. Mowacrossthe face of slopes; neverup anddown.
Exerciseextremecaution when changingdirectionon
slopes.

9. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whilethe engineis
hot or running. Allow engineto cool at least two minutes
beforerefueling.
10. Neveroverfill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan Y2inch
below bottomof filler neckto providefor fuel expansion.

2. Watchfor holes,ruts,rocks, hiddenobjects,or bumpswhich
can causeyouto slip or trip. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.
3. Alwaysbe sure of yourfooting.A slip andfall can cause
serious personalinjury.If you feel you are losingyour
balance,releasethe bladecontrol handle immediately,and
the bladewill stop rotatingwithin 3 seconds.

11. Replacegasoline cap andtighten securely.
12. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine and equipment.
Moveunit to another area.Wait 5 minutesbeforestarting
the engine.

Do Not:
I. Donot mownear drop-offs, ditchesor embankments,you
could loseyour footing or balance.

13. Neverstorethe machineor fuel containernear an open
flame,sparkor pilot light as on a water heater,space
heater, furnace, clothesdryeror othergas appliances.

2. Donot mowslopes greaterthan 15degrees asshown on
the slope gauge.
3. Donot mowon wetgrass. Unstablefooting could cause
slipping.

14. Toreducefire hazard,keepmowerfree of grass, leaves,
or other debrisbuild-up.Clean up oil or fuel spillage and
removeany fuel soakeddebris.

Children

15. Allow a mowerto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.

Tragicaccidentscan occur if the operatoris not alertto the
presenceof children.Childrenare often attractedto the mower
and the mowingactivity. Theydo not understandthe dangers.
Neverassumethat children will remainwhereyou lastsaw
them.
1. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and underthe watchful careof a responsibleadult otherthan the operator.
2. Be alert andturn moweroff if a child entersthe area.

General Service:

3. Beforeand while movingbackwards,look behindand down
for small children.

3. Checkthe bladeand enginemountingbolts at frequent
intervalsfor propertightness.Also,visuallyinspectblade
for damage(e.g.,bent,cracked,worn) Replacebladewith
the original equipmentmanufacture's(O.E.M.)bladeonly,
listed inthis manual."Use of parts whichdo not meetthe
originalequipmentspecificationsmay lead to improper
performanceand compromisesafety!"

1. Neverrunan engine indoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide,an odorless
anddeadlygas.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertain the
bladeand all moving parts havestopped.Disconnectthe
sparkplug wire and groundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.

4. Useextremecare when approachingblind corners,
doorways,shrubs,trees, or otherobjectsthat mayobscure
your visionof a childwho may run into the mower.
5. Keepchildrenawayfrom hot or runningengines.They can
suffer burnsfrom a hot muffler.

4. Mowerbladesare sharp andcan cut. Wrapthe bladeor
weargloves,and use extra cautionwhen servicingthem.

6. Neverallowchildren under14 yearsold to operatea power
mower.Children14years old andover shouldread and
understandthe operationinstructionsand safetyrules in
this manualandshould be trainedand supervisedby a
parent.

5. Keepall nuts,bolts, and screwstight to be surethe
equipmentis insafe workingcondition.
6. Nevertamper withsafetydevices.Checktheir proper
operationregularly.

Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. To avoid personalinjury or propertydamage useextreme
care inhandlinggasoline. Gasolineis extremelyflammable
and the vapors are explosive.Serious personalinjury can
occur when gasolineis spilled on yourself or your clothes
which can ignite.

7. After strikinga foreignobject,stop the engine,disconnect the sparkplug wire and groundagainstthe engine.
Thoroughlyinspectthe mowerfor any damage.Repairthe
damagebeforestartingand operatingthe mower.

2. Wash yourskin andchangeclothesimmediately.

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!"

8. Neverattemptto makea wheel or cuttingheightadjustmentwhilethe engine is running.

3. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.
4. Neverfill containers insidea vehicle or on a truckor trailer
bedwitha plasticliner.Alwaysplace containerson the
ground awayfrom yourvehicle beforefilling.
5. Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthe truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground.If this is not possible,then refuel
such equipmenton a trailer witha portablecontainer,rather
than from a gasoline dispensernozzle.

10. Do not changethe engine governorsettingor overspeed
the engine.The governorcontrols the maximumsafe
operatingspeed of the engine.

6. Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththe rim of the fuel tank or
container openingat all times until fuelingis complete.Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.

11. Maintainor replacesafetylabels, as necessary.

7. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars,pipes and othersourcesof
ignition.

12. Observeproper disposallaws andregulations.Improper
disposaloffluids and materialscan harmthe environment.

Practices

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

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

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WARNING: Disconnect and
ground the spark plug wire as
instructed in the separate engine
manual.

1. Thechute deflectoron your mowermaybe held in an
uprightpositionbya block for shippingpurposesonly.
This shippingblock mustbe removedand discarded
beforethe moweris putinto operation.See Figure1.

Adjustmen

a. Pull thechute deflectorup towardsengine.
b. Removetheblock and carefullylowerthe chute into
operatingposition,keepingfingersout of the way.

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Tools Required for
Assembly:
• 9/16-inchwrench
• 3/4-inch wrench

k,.

Performthe followingsequencefor handlesetup:
a. Pull up and backon theupper handleto raisethe
handlefrom positionA intothe operatingposition
B. See Figure2.

Figure 1

b. Makesurethe carriageboltis seatedproperlyin
the handle.Tightenwingnuts (star knobs)securing
upperhandleto the lowerhandle.

(or a pair of adjustable
wrenches)

NOTE: On somemodels wingnuts havebeen replaced
with star knobs.Figuresshow wingnuts only.
3. If satisfiedwith heightof handle,tightenwingnuts (star
knobs)atthe endsof the lowerhandle shownin Figure
3. Forconvenienceof operating,you mayadjust the
handleheightas follows:

Your mower is shipped
with the handle in the
higher height position.
_iOTE:Each end of
he lower handle must

a. Removethewing nuts (star knobs)shownin Figure
3 and removethe lowerhandle.
b. Positioneach handlebracketstud intothe top hole
in thelowerhandle.See Figure3 inset.

be placed in the same
relative position.

c. Tightenthewing nuts (star knobs).
.

iMPORTANT
This unit is shipped
WITHOUT GASOLINE
or OiL. After assembly, service engine
with gasoline and
oil as instructed in
the separate engine
manual packed with
your unit.

Insertpost on cable ties into holesprovidedon the
lowerhandle.Pullcabletie tight and trim excess.See
Figure4.

Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

RopeguideSetupas follows,see Figure5:
a, Holdthe bladecontrolagainstthe upper handle,
PositionA,
b, Slowlypull starterropeout of engine,PositionB,
c, Slip starterrope intothe ropeguide,Tighten rope
guide wingnut, PositionC,

Adjustmen

If yourwheels are notassembled,install as follows
usingFigure6 and 7:
a, Usinghardwarefrom hardwarepack,secure
the rearwheelsto the deck as shownin Figure
6 and front wheelsas shown in Figure7.The
smallcuppedwashershouldbe installedwith the
cuppedside of washertowardsthe deck,
b, Securethe wheelsto the deck with thelarge
cuppedwasherand nut (cuppedsideof large
washertowardsthe deck),

Figure 5

c, Tightenall wheelhardware,

If your moweris equippedwith an optionalmulching
baffle,install it as shownin Figure8,

, The three holes provide
i three cutting heights for
i your mower. Use the
same hole locationfor
all four wheels when
} assembling. Fora
higher cutting height,
use the lower hole; for
a lower cutting height,
usethe upper hole.

a, Lift up and hold theside-dischargechutedeflector
and insertbottomlip of the mulchingbaffle inside
the chute opening.
b. Pushthe hookson the top of the baffleuntil they
snapoverthe hingeon the dischargechute.
Releasethe chutedeflector.
NOTE: Whenyouwish to mowinsteadof mulch,
simplyraisethe chute deflector,graspthe handleon the
mulchingbaffle and lift upwardto removethe baffle. It is
notnecessaryto removethe mulchingblade.
Figure 6

Figure 8

Figure 7

Know Your Lawn Mower
Blade Control

lVlo We r
Starter
Rope

WARNING

Chute

Read, understand,
and follow all instruco
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
This blade control
mechanism is a
safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operations.

Baffle

Figure 9

Blade Control Handle

To Start Engine

The bladecontrolhandleis locatedon the upperhandle
of the mower.See Figure9. The bladecontrolhandle
mustbe depressedin order to operatethe unit. Release
the bladecontrolhandle to stopthe engineand blade.

1. If yourunit isequippedwith a primer,primeengineas
instructedin the separateenginemanualpackedwith
yourunit.
2. Standingbehindthe unit, depressthe bladecontrol
handleand hold it againstthe upper handleas shown
in Figure10.

Recoil Starter
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
ignition.

The recoilstarteris attachedto the rightupper handle.
Standbehindthe unitand pullthe recoilstarterropeto
startthe unit.

3. Graspthe starterhandleas shownand pull slowlyuntil
resistanceis felt, thenpull rapidlyto start engineand
avoidkickback.Returnit slowlyto the ropeguide.

Mulching Baffle (if so equipped)
The mulchingbaffle is usedto recircuiategrass clippingsback to the lawn.Attachit as instructedon page 7
of this manual.

To Stop Engine
1. Releasethe blade controlhandleto stop the engine
and blade.

Before Starting
1. Servicethe enginewith gasolineand oil as instructed
in the separateengine manual.
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2. Attachsparkplug wireto sparkplug. If unitis
equippedwith a rubberbootoverthe end of the
spark plugwire, makecertainthe metal loop on the
end of the sparkplug wire (insidethe rubberboot)
is fastenedsecurelyoverthe metaltip on the spark
plug.

rotate for a few seconds after the
ARNING: The blade continues to
engine is shut off.

2. Disconnectand groundthe spark plug wireas
instructedin the separateenginemanualto prevent
accidentalstartingwhileequipmentis unattended.

OperatingTips
1. Forbest resultsand effectivemulching,do notcut wet
grass.
2. Newgrass,thickgrass,or wet grassmay requirea
narrowercut.
3. Fora healthierlawn,nevercut off morethan one-third
of the total lengthof the grass.
4. Yourlawnshouldbe cut in the fall as long as there
isgrowth.

Operating
Your LaWn

5. Adjustground speedaccordingto conditionof lawn.
6. If the grass hasbeen allowedto growin excessof 4
inches,mulchingis not recommended.Mow using
the sidedischargeto reducethegrass heightto 3-1/4
inchesor less beforemulching.

Figure 10

WARNING

Using Your Lawn Mower
Be surethe lawn is clearof stones,sticks,wire, or other
objectswhichcoulddamagethe lawnmoweror the
engine.Suchobjectscouldbe accidentlythrownby the
mowerin any directionand causeseriouspersonalinjury
to the operatorand others.

The operation of any
lawn mower can result
in foreign objects
being thrown into
the eyes, which can
damage your eyes
severely. Always wear
safety glasses while
operating the mower,
or while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.

WARNING: if you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating
the mower. Extensive vibration
of the mower during operation is
an indicationof damage. The unit
should be promptly inspected
and repaired.

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.

Engine
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2. Maintainengineoil as instructedin the separate
enginemanualpackedwith yourunit. Readand follow
instructionscarefully.

Lubricate these
points before

Maintenance

Figure 11

Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenperforming
anymaintenance.

Deck

3. Changingof engine-governedspeedwill void
enginewarranty.

Theundersideof the mowerdeck shouldbe cleanedafter
eachuseto preventa buildupof grass clippings,leaves,
dirt or other matter.If this debrisis allowedto accumulate,
it will invite rust and corrosion,and maypreventproper
mulching.

4. All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat leastonce
eachseason.
5. Periodicallycheckall fastenersand makesurethese
are tight.

Lubrication
1. Lubricatethe pivot pointson the blade controlhandle
at least oncea seasonwith lightoil. The blade
controlmustoperatefreely in bothdirections.See
Figure11.

Wedo not i
the use of pressure
Washersor garden
hose tO clean your
unit. These maycause
damageto electrical
compOnents;spindles;
pulley& bearings;or
the engine: The use
of water will resultin
shortened ife and
reduce serviceability:

3. Lubricatethe torsionspringand pivot pointperiodically with lightoil to preventrust.See Figure11.
4. Followthe accompanyingengine manualfor lubrication scheduleand instruction.

Thespark plug shouldbe cleanedand the gap reset
oncea season. Sparkplug replacementis recommendedat the startof each mowingseason;check
enginemanualfor correctplug type and gap specifications.

5. Cleantheengine regularlywith a cloth or brush.
Keepthe coolingsystem(blowerhousingarea) clean
to permitproperair circulationwhich is essentialto
engineperformanceand life. Be certain to removeall
grass,dirt and combustibledebrisfrom mufflerarea.

2. Thewarrantyon this lawnmowerdoesnot cover
itemsthat havebeensubjectedto operatorabuse
or negligence.To receivefull valuefrom warranty,
operatormustmaintainthe lawnmoweras
instructedhere.

2. If yourmoweris equippedwith ball bearingwheels,
lubricateat leastonce a seasonwith a light oil, all
othertypes requireno lubrication.However,if the
wheelsare removedfor any reason,lubricatethe
surfaceof the axle bolt and the innersurfaceof the
wheelwith lightautomotiveoil.

Undernormalconditionsserviceair cleaneras
instructedin the separateengine manualpackedwith
yourunit. Cleanevery few hoursunderextremely
dustyconditions. Poorengineperformanceand
floodingusuallyindicatesthat the air cleanershouldbe
serviced.

NOTE:This spark ignitionsystemmeetsall requirementsof the CanadianInterference-Causing
Equipment
Regulations.

General Recommendations
.

Referto the separateengine manualfor engine
maintenanceinstructions.

Thedeck may be cleanedbytilting the mowerand scraping cleanwith a suitabletool (makecertainthe spark plug
wireis disconnected).

Blade Care

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cutting blade for sharpening or
ARNING: When removing the
replacement, protect your hands
with a pair of heavy gloves or use
a heavy rag to hold the blade.

Periodicallyinspectthe bladeadapterforcracks,especially ifyou strikea foreignobject.Replacewhennecessary.
Followthe stepsbelowfor blade service:
1. Disconnectspark plug wirefrom sparkplug.
2. Tip moweras specifiedinseparateenginemanual.If
itdoes notspecify turnmoweron itsside makingsure
that the air filter and the carburetorare up.
3. Removethebolt and the blade bell supportwhich
hold the bladeand the bladeadapterto the engine
crankshaft.See Figure12.

mowerfor storage.
1. Cleanand lubricatemowerthoroughlyas describedin
the lubricationinstructions.
2. Wedo not recommendthe useof a pressurewasher
or gardenhoseto cleanyour unit.
3. Referto engine manualfor correctengine
storageinstructions.
4. Coatmower'scutting bladewith chassisgreaseto
preventrusting.
5. Storemowerin a dry, cleanarea. Do notstore nextto
corrosivematerials,such as fertilizer.
Figure 12
4. Removebladeand adapterfrom the crankshaft.
5, The blademay be resharpenedby removingitand
eithergrindingor filing thecuttingedge keepingas
closeto the original bevelas possible.Donot attempt
to sharpenthe bladewhile itis stillon the mower,

NOTE:Whenstoringany type of powerequipmentin
a poorlyventilatedor metal storageshed, careshould
be takento rust-proofthe equipment.Usinga light oil or
silicone,coat the equipment,especiallycablesand all
movingparts of yourlawn mowerbeforestorage.

6. it is extremely importantthat eachcuttingedge
receivesan equal amountof grindingto preventan
unbalancedblade.
NOTE:improperblade balancewill resultin excessive
vibrationcausingeventualdamageto theengine and
mower. Be sureto carefullybalancebladeafter sharpening.Possibledamageresultingfrom bladeunbalance
conditionisnotthe responsibilityof the manufacturer.
NOTE:Alwaysremovebladefrom the adapterfor testing
balance.

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 nba anced
b ade
will cause excessive

vibration when rotat,
:ing at high speeds;it
may cause damage
to mower, and could

7. The bladecan be testedfor balanceby balancingit
on a round shaftscrewdriver.Removemetalfrom the
heavyside untilit balancesevenly.
8. Beforereassemblingthe bladeand the blade adapter
to the unit, lubricatethe enginecrankshaftand the
innersurfaceof the bladeadapterwith lightoil.

tea,causing
per,

sonal injury,

9. install the bladeadapteron thecrankshaftwith the
"star"awayfromthe engine.See Figure12.Place
the bladewith the side marked"bottom"(or with part
number)facingawayfrom the adapter.Alignthe
blade bell supportoverthe bladewith the tabs in the
holesof the bladeand insertthe hex bolt.
10.Tightenthe hexbolt to thetorquelisted below:
Blade Mounting Torque
CenterBolt450 in.lb.rain.,600 in.lb,max.
Toinsuresafe operationof your unit, ALL nutsand bolts
mustbe checkedperiodicallyfor correcttightness.

Problem

Cause

_Enginefails to start

Shooting

1. Blade control handle disengaged._

1. Engaie blade_--control
handle• --

2. Sparkplug w re disconnected.

2. Connectwireto spark plug.

3. Fueltank emptyor stalefuel.

3. Filltank with clean,freshgasoline.

4. Enginenot primed.

4. Referto enginemanual.

5. Faultyspark plug.

5. Clean,adjustgap,or replace.

6. Blockedfuel line.
I 7. Engineflooding.
I
Enginerunserratic

For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments listed here;

Remedy

6. Cleanfuel line.
7. Waita few minutesto restart,butdo not
prime.

1. Sparkplug wire loose.

1. Connectand tightenspark
plug wire.

2. Blockedfuel line or stalefuel.

2. Cleanfuelline; fill tank with clean,fresh
gasoline.

3. Gas capvent plugged.

3. Clearvent.

4. Wateror dirt in fuel system.

4. Drainfueltank and carburetor.Refillwith
freshfuel.

5. Dirtyair cleaner.

5. Referto enginemanual.
6. Referto enginemanual.

contact
anautho;i=ed

Engineoverheats

service dealer.

1. Engineoil levellow.
2. D rty air f lter

1. Fill crankcasewith proper oil.
2. Referto the enginemanualpackedwith

3. Air flow restricted.

yourunit.
3. Removeblowerhousingand clean.

.4. Carburetornotadjustedproperly.
Occasionalskip
(hesitates)at high speed

4, Referto enginemanual.

1. Sparkplug gap too close.

1. Adjustgap to .030".Referto engine
manual.

2. Carburetoridle mixtureadjustment
improperlyset.

2. Referto enginemanual.

1 Sparkplug fouled,faultyor gaptoo
wide.

1. Resetgap to .030' or replacespark plug.
Referto enginemanual.

3. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Referto enginemanual.

1. CuttingBladelooseor unbalanced.

1. Tightenbladeand adapter.Balanceblade

2. Bentcutting blade.

2. Replaceblade.

Mowerwill notmulch

1 Wetgrass

1 Do notmow whengrass iswet

grass

2• Excessivehigh g rass•
3 Dull bl de

wat untillaterto cut.
2 Mowonce at a h gh cutt ng heght, then

dies poorly
,

Excessivevibration

mowagain at desiredhleghtor makea

I
I
Unevencut

narrowercuttng path.
3. Sharpenor replaceblade.
1. Wheelsnot positionedcorrectly.
2. Dull blade,

1. Placeall fourwheels in same height
position.
2. Sharpenor replaceblade.

\_i

3J
12

MANUFACTURER'S

LiMiTED WARRANTY

FOR

The limitedwarrantyset forth belowis givenby MTD LLCwith respectto new merchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStatesand/or its territories
and possessions,and by MTDProductsLimitedwith respectto new merchandisepurchasedand usedin Canadaand/or its territoriesand possessions
(eitherentity respectively,"MTD").
MTDwarrantsthis product(excludingits normalwearpartsas describedbelow)againstdefects in materialand workmanshipfor a periodof two (2)
years commencingon the dateof originalpurchaseand will, at its option,repairor replace,free of charge,anypart foundto be defectivein materials
or workmanship.This limitedwarrantyshallonly applyif this producthas beenoperatedand maintainedin accordancewith the Operator'sManual
furnishedwith the product,and has notbeen subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,
theft, fire, water,or damagebecauseof other peril or naturaldisaster.Damageresultingfrom theinstallationor useof any part,accessoryor attachment
not approvedby MTDfor usewith the product(s)coveredbythis manualwill voidyourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage.
Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free from defectsin materialand workmanshipfor a periodof thirty (30) daysfrom the dateof purchase.Normal
wear partsinclude,but are not limitedto itemssuch as: batteries,belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags,rider deck wheels,seats,snow throwerskid
shoes,frictionwheels,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberand tires.
HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warrantyserviceis available,WITH PROOFOF PURCHASE,throughyour localauthorizedservicedealer.To locatethe
dealer in yourarea;
In the U.S.A.: CheckyourYellowPages,or contact MTDLLCat RO. Box361131,Cleveland,Ohio 44136-0019,or call 1-800-800-7310or
1-330-220-4683or log on to our Website at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada: ContactMTDProductsLimited,Kitchener,ON N2G4J1,or call 1-800-668-1238or log on to our Website at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limitedwarrantydoes not providecoveragein the followingcases:
a. The engineor componentparts thereof.Theseitemsmay carrya separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer'swarrantyfor
termsand conditions.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone-yearwarranty.
c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuchas lubricants,filters, blade sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck adjustments,and
normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinishdue to useor exposure.
d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthan an authorizedservicedealer.
e. MTDdoes notextendany warrantyfor productssoldor exportedoutsideof the UnitedStatesand/or Canada,and their respectivepossessionsand
territories,exceptthose soldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof export distribution.
f. Replacementpartsthat are not genuineMTDparts.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
h. If Productsare usedcommercially.(MTD mayseparatelyoffer LimitedCommercialWarrantieson certain selectproducts.Ask yourdealer or retailer
for detailsor contactMTDServicefor more information.)
No impliedwarranty, includingany impliedwarrantyof merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose,applies after the applicable period
of expresswritten warranty above as to the parts as identified.No other expresswarranty,whetherwritten or oral, exceptas mentioned
above, givenby any personor entity,includinga dealer or retailer, with respect to any product,shall bind MTD. Duringthe period of the
warranty, the exclusive remedyis repair or replacementof the productas set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warrantyprovidethe sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTDshall not be liablefor incidental
or consequential loss or damage including,without limitation,expensesincurredfor substituteor replacementlawn care servicesor for
rentalexpensesto temporarily replacea warranted product.
Somejurisdictionsdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarrantylasts,
so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmay not applyto you.
In no eventshall recoveryof any kind be greaterthan theamountof the purchaseprice of the productsold.Alterationof safety features of the
productshall void this warranty. You assumethe risk and liabilityfor loss,damage,or injuryto youand your propertyand/orto othersand their
propertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto use theproduct.
This limitedwarrantyshall notextendto anyoneotherthanthe originalpurchaseror to the personfor whom itwas purchasedas a gift.
NOW LOCAL LAWSRELATETO THIS WARRANTY:This limitedwarrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and youmay also haveother rightsthat vary
in differentjurisdictions.
iMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseto obtainwarrantycoverage.
MTD LLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHiO44136-0019;Phone: 1-600-600-7310,1-330-220-4683
MTD Products Ltd., P.O. BOX 1386,KITCHENER,ON N2G4J1; Phone: 1-800-668-1238

REF
NO.
N° DE
REF

PART
NO.
N ° DE
PII_CE

DESCRIPTION

17032A

Chute Hinge

Charniere de deflecteur

17098

Hinge Clip

687-02145

Handle Bracket Assembly

Support de guidon CG

687-02144

Handle Bracket Assembly

Support de guidon CD

787-01084A

Plateau de coupe de 22 po

712-3017

Deck Assembly 22"
Hex Nut 3/8-16

710-0216

Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x .75

Vis A chapeau A six pans de 3/8-16 x 0,75

Attache

12crou A six pans 3/8-16

710-0599

Hex Wash S-Tapp Scr 1/4-20 x .50

Vis autotaraudeuse

710-0654A

Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 x .88

Vis autotaraudee

710-1044

Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. (Gr. 8)

Vis A t_te hex. 3/8-24 x 1,50 po de Ig (Qual. 8)

710-1174

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0

Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 2,0

710-1205

Rope Guide Bolt

Boulon de guidage de cordon

712-04065

Flanged Lock Nut 3/8-16

12crou de blocage 3/8-16

720-0279

Knob - ERS Guide 1/4-20

Bouton - 1/4-20

720-0284

Wing Nut

12crou A oreilles

749-1092A

725-0157

Upper Handle
Cable Tie

Guidon superieur
Attache-cAble

731-04019

Trail Shield

Abattant de protection

731-04197

Mulching Baffle

Deflecteur

731-1035B

Chute Deflector

Deflecteu r late ral

749-04037

Lower Handle

Guidon inferieur

732-1014

Torsion Spring

Ressort de torsion

734-04063

Wheel, 7 x 1.5 Star-Diam Gray

Ensemble de roue 7,0 x 1,5 Star-Diam. Gris

748-04096

Blade Adapter

Adaptateur

736-0270

Rondelle creuse 0,265 DI x 0,75 DE x 0,062

736-0451

Cup. Wash..265 ID x .75 OD x .062
Saddle Wash..320 ID x .937 OD

736-0524B

Blade Bell Support

Support de lame

736-0105

Cupped Washer.375

736-0331

738-0533

Cupped Washer.389 x 1.13 x .062
Shoulder Screw .498 x 1.635

Vis A epaulement

747-1161A

Blade Control Handle

Poignee de commande

742-0642A

Blade 22"

Lame 22 po

x .870 x .063

A rondelle hex. de 1/4-20 x 0,5
3/8-16 x 0,88

For parts and/or
accessories refer to

arriere

customer support on
page 2.
Adressez-vous au

de dechiquetage

,_Service apr_s-vente_,
la page 2 pour ce qui
concerne les pi_ces
et/ou accessoires.

de la lame

Rondelle selle 0,320 DI x 0,937 DE

Rondelle creuse 0,375 x 0,870 x 0,063
Rondelle creuse 0,389 x 1,13 x 0,062
0,498 x 1,635

742-0742A

Mulching Blade 22"

Lame dechiqueteuse

746-0946

Blade Control Cable 48.25" Lg.

CAble de la commande

747-0710

Hinge Pin

Axe fixe

731-1034B

Side Dis. Chute Ass'y

Deflecteur

720-04072

Knob (star)

Bouton (etoile)

de la lame

22 po
48,25 po de Ig.

lateral complet

11A-070
10.15.05

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