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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

• Service • Troubleshooting

• Warranty

Push Mower m Model Series 410

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

PrintedIn USA

FormNo.769-04302
(August21,2008)

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
Assembly
Controls

Practices ........................................
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& Set-Up
& Features

Operation

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

Maintenance

&Adjustment.

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

Service

up and operating

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

18
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Warranty

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should you seek technical
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support

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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
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DANGER--

HAND/FOOT

CUT

Keep hands and feet away from rotating

parts.

DANGER -- THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects

that can be thrown

by the blade in any direction.

Wear safety glasses.

DANGER -- SLOPES
Use extra caution

on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.

Allow
the engine to cool atFLAMMABLE
least two minutes
WARNING--GASOLINEIS

WARNING--

CARBON MONOXIDE

Never run an engine indoors
monoxide,

or in a poorly ventilated

follow
Ii_

and muffler

the warnings

WARNING:

and instructions

area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

an odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING-HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler,
__\_%._

before refueling.

become extremely

hot during

operation.

Allow engine

to cool before touching.

in this manual and on the machine.

Your Responsibility--Restrict

the use
of this INSTRUCTIONS!
power machine to persons
SAVE
THESE

SECTION 2 --

who read, understand

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

and

PRACTICES

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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 Grass Catcher
Operator's

Manual

One Engine Operator's

Assembly

One Bottle
Manual

Insert a carriage bolt from the hardware
upper

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

of Oil

hole on the handle mounting

pack into the

bracket.

Secure with

one plastic wing nut, also included in the hardware pack.
See Fig. 3-2. Repeat on other side with remaining items
from hardware

pack.

Handle
1.

Remove any packing material
upper and lower handles.
a.

which

may be between

Hardware

Pack

Carriage

Pull up and back on upper

Bolts

(2)

handle as shown in Fig.

3-1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely
into the handle
cable while

mounting

lifting

brackets.

Do not crimp

Wing Nuts (2)

the handle up.

Figure 3-2

Figure 3-1

Tighten

star knobs securing

handle.

See Fig. 3-1. Make sure that each carriage

bolt is seated properly

upper

handle to lower

in the handle.

The rope guide is attached
handle.

to the right side of the upper

Loosen the wing nut which

GrassCatcher

secures the rope guide.

Follow steps below to assemble

See Fig. 3-3.

needed).Make
assembling

the grass catcher (if

certain bag is turned
(warning

right side out before

label will be on the outside).

Place bag over fra me so that its black plastic side is
at the bottom.

Slip plastic channel

of grass bag over hooks on the

frame. See Fig. 3-5. All the plastic channels except
center top of bag attach from outside

of bag.

Figure

3-3

Hold blade control

against

upper

Pull starter rope out of the engine.
control handle.

Slip starter

Tighten

handle.
Release blade

rope into rope guide.
Figure

wing nut.

Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower
handle. Pull cable tie tight and trim excess. See Fig. 3-4.

J
Figure 3=4

'°1

SECTION

3 --

ASSEMBLY&

SET-UP

Attach

3-5

center top of bag from inside of bag.

Follow steps below to attach grass catcher:
a.

Lift rear discharge

Place grass catcher
discharge

Adjustments

door.
on the pivot

CuttingHeight

rod. Let go of

An adjusting

door so that it rests on the grass catcher.

cutting

See Fig. 3-6.

plate and thumb

lever at each wheel provides

height adjustment.

Depress lever towards

Move it to any one of the positions for desired cutting
height. See Fig. 3-7. Make sure that each wheel is
positioned

wheel.

at the same height.

J
Figure 3-6
To remove

grass catcher,

Lift grass catcher
discharge

lift rear discharge

door on the mower.

up and out, off of the pivot rod. Release rear

door to allow

it to close rear opening

of mower.

Figure 3-7
WARNING:

Never operate

mower

on the grass catcher are firmly
rod and the rear discharge
top of the grass catcher.

unless the hooks

seated on the pivot

door rests firmly

against

Release lever towards

mower

IMPORTANT:All

wheels

relative

For rough

position.

height adjustment
scalping of grass.

deck.

must be placed
or uneven

in the same

lawns, move the

lever to a higher position.

This will stop

Set-Lip
(;as and Oil Fill-Up
Refer to the separate engine owner's

manual

for additional

engine information.
1.

Add oil provided
of the box.

Service the engine with gasoline as instructed
separate engine owner's manual.

before

starting

unit for the first time out

in the

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the
WARNING:
Use extreme
handling
vapors are explosive.
Nevercare
fuel when
the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.

SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP

Controls
and Features

Control

Recoil Starter

Grass

Catcher

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

Figure 4-1

8lade Control
The blade control

RecoUStarter
is attached

to the upper

Depress and squeeze it against the upper

handle of the mower.
handle to operate

the

unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.

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

The recoil starter
behind

is attached

One adjustment
adjust the cutting

lever is located

on each wheel and is used to

height. All four levers have to be at the same

relative

position

height,

refer to the "Assembly

to ensure a uniform

cut. To adjust the cutting

& Set-Up" Section.

handle.

Stand

rope to start the unit.

GrassCatcher
The grass catcher,

located

the grass clippings
any further

mowing.

at the rear of the mower, is used to bag

for disposal

full, it has to be removed

Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever

to the right upper

the unit and pull the recoil starter

at another

from the mower

site. Once the bag is
and emptied

before

Operation
f

Starting Engine
is standing near the lawn mower while starting
WARNING:
Be sure mower.
no one Never
other than
the operator
engine
or operating
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.

Follow the set of instructions pertaining to your unit. Refer to
engine manual for help with the engine.

Briggs & Stratt0n Engine
I.

When starting
equipped)

the engine for the first time, push primer

five times. For all future

three times. Wait about

(if

starts, push the primer

two seconds between

each push.

See Fig. 5-I. Do not prime to restart a warm engine.
2.

Standing
against

Holding
starter

behind
upper

the mower,

squeeze the blade control

handle.

these two handles together

firmly,

grasp recoil

Figure 5-1

handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous,

full arm stroke. See Figure 5-I. Keeping a firm grip on the
starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly. Repeat until
engine cranks. Let the rope rewind each time slowly.

Honda Engine:
I.

Place the fuel valve lever (if equipped)

found

side of the engine into the ON (OPEN) position.
2.

Move the choke lever (if equipped)

on the left
See Fig. 5-2.

all the way backward

into the choke position.
3.

Standing

behind

the mower,

squeeze the blade control

against upper handle. The choke will now begin to slowly
return to the off choke position after activating the blade
control.
4.

Therefore,

quickly

move onto step four below.

Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil
starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous,
full arm stroke. See Fig. 5-2. Keeping
starter

handle let the rope rewind

engine cranks. Let the rope rewind

a firm grip on the

slowly. Repeat until
each time slowly.
J

Stopping Engine
Figure 5-2
1.

Release blade control

to stop the engine and blade.

before performing
anythework
on to
thestop
mower
or to
WARNING:
Wait for
blade
completely
remove the grass catcher.

UsingYour I.awn Mower

UsingGrassCatcher

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

You can use the grass catcher to collect
operating the mower.

which could damage
be accidently thrown
serious personal

lawn mower or engine. Such objects could
by the mower in any direction and cause

injury to the operator

safety glasses while operating
performing

any adjustments

the mower,

Attach

grass catcher

"Assembly

result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,
WARNING:
The operation
any lawnAlways
mower wear
can
which can damage
your eyesofseverely.

and others.

Lift discharge

and reinstall the bag when

Use

engine.
_

Remove wire from the spark plug,

thoroughly
ARNING: inspect
If you strike
mowera foreign
for any damage,
object, stop
andthe
repair damage
indication
inspected

5--

OPERATION

complete.

and allow the rear

is not recommended.

instead.

door and pull grass bag up and away from

to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass

before

Extensive vibration

SECTION

Operate

Stop engine completely
by releasing the blade control.
Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop.

door to close the rear opening of mower. For effective
do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been allowed to
to bag clippings

will

or repairs on it.

grass, remove the grass catcher

the grass catcher

in the

& Set-Up" section. Grass clippings

the mower

grow in excess of four inches, mulching

you are

or while

clippings
discharge
mulching,

instructions

while

automatically
collect in bag as you run mower.
mower till grass bag is full.

Usingas Mukher
For mulching

following

clippings

restarting

of mower

and operating.

during

of damage. The unit should
and repaired.

operation

is an

be promptly

Maintenance
& Adjustments
Maintenance

Lubricate
motor

General Recommendations
Always observe
maintenance.
The warranty

safety rules when

performing

does not cover items that

Lubricate

the torsion

discharge

door periodically

Changing

DeckCare

of engine-governed

speed will void engine

wa rra nty.

on the rear

with light oil to prevent

rust.

Follow the accompanying
schedule and instruction

engine manual for lubrication
for engine lubrication.

for this job.
and make sure these are

tight.

Disconnect
mower

Always stop engine,

plug, and ground

against engine

any type of maintenance

disconnect
before

spark

spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from

lawn

or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

Tip mower

so that it rests on the housing.

with the air cleaner

performing

facing

Keep the side

up. Hold mower

firmly.

on your machine.
any direction

and do not leave the mower tipped for
WARNING:
tip can
the drain
mowerintomore
° in
any
length of Never
time. Oil
the than
upper90 part

Lubrication
Lubricate

spring and pivot points

Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent
build-up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below

be checked at least once each

check all fasteners

WARNING:

of the wheel

See Fig. 6-1.

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

Periodically

for any reason, lubricate

any
3.

should

at least once a season with light oil (or
are removed

surface of the pivot arm and inner surface
with light oil. See Fig. 6-1.

on this lawn mower

All adjustments
season.

the wheels

oil). If wheels

pivot points

on the blade control

season with light oil. The blade control
in both directions. See Fig. 6-1.

at least once a

must operate

freely

of the engine
3.

causing a starting

Scrape and clean the underside

problem.

of the deck with a suitable

tool. Do not spray with water.
IMPORTANT:

Do not use a pressure washer or garden

to clean your unit. These may cause damage
or the engine.

hose

to bearings,

The use of water will result in shortened

life

and reduce serviceability.
4.

Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. Ifyou
had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to
remove it now.

Figure 6-1

Engine Care

ReplacingRearFlap

A list of key engine
performance

maintenance

by the mower

accompanying

for good

is given below. Follow the

engine manual

Maintain

jobs required
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

To remove rear flap, lift rear door, and press flap in on
either side to remove from hole. See Fig. 6-2.

conditions.

dusty conditions.

Poor engine performance
and flooding usually indicates
that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air
cleaner, refer to the engine

manual.

Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. Spark
plug replacement
mowing

is recommended

season. Check engine

at the start of each

manual for correct

plug

type and gap specifications.
Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the
top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation.
Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible
a rea.

debris from muffler

Figure 6=2

Remove flap from opposite
in the opposite

SECTION 6--

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

hole and replace with new flap

order and manner

of removal.

Service
BladeCare
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-Season
Storage
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.

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

cables and all moving

parts of your lawn

before storage.

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

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

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

posttion

height adjusters).

ModelSeries
410

12
11

14
\

8
\

37
34

29
32

Bar

{<2

ModelSeries410

Ref I Part Number
NO,

Description

747-1161A

Ref
No,

Blade Control

749-I092A

Upper Handle

710-1205

Rope Guide

720-0279

Wing Nut, 1/4-20
26

Description

Part Number
687-02100B

Hr. Adj. Assy. Frt- RH (7" Wheel)

782-5002B

Front Baffle

748-0377C

Blade Adapter,

#6 x 2.15

748-04082

Blade Adapter,

25mm x 2.15

742-0641

Standard

742-0741±

Mulch

Blade

710-1174

Carriage

720-04072

Hand Star Knob

749-0928A

Lower Handle

736-0524B

Blade Bell Support

712-0397

Wing Nut, 1/4-20

710-1257

Screw, 3/8-24 x 2.50 (w/#6 x

746-0957

Control

Cable - 37.25"

746-I 130

Control

Cable - 40"

746-0554

Control

Cable - 40.5"

746-I 137

Control

Cable - 53"

726-0240

664-04007A

747-04080A

731-2626i-

731-05642A

Trailshield

747-04587

Rear Door Pivot Rod

710-0654A

TT Screw, 3/8-16 x 1

731-05865

Rear Discharge

Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2

Blade

2.15 w/Star
710-1044

Blade Adapter)

Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.50 (w/25mm
Blade Adapter)

712-04065

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Cable Tie

787-01290

Height Adjustment

Grass Bag

687-02338

Pivot Arm Assy RH (7" wheel)

Grass Bag Frame

687-02337

Pivot Arm Assy LH (7" wheel)

Bail Cover

687-02338

Pivot Arm Assy LH (8" wheel)

687-02337

Pivot Arm Assy RH (8" wheel)

734-1988

Wheel, 7 x 1.8, Spoke Bar

734-04213

Wheel, 7 x 1.8, K2 Bar

738-04266

Shoulder

732-0404

Spring Lever

Door

Plate

Screw

731-04150C

Rear Baffle

732-04090A

Torsion Spring RH

720-0426

Height Adjustment

710-1241

Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.00

687-02333

Pivot Arm Assembly

- RH

787-01276

Deck21

- LH

687-02271A
687-02270A
687-02075B

inch

Knob

687-02332

Pivot Arm Assembly

Handle Bracket Assy - RH

732-04175

Spring Lever

Handle Bracket Assy - LH

710-0703

Carriage

Hr. Adj. Assy. Frt- LH (8" Wheel)

734-1987

Wheel, 8 x 1.8, Spoke Bar

734-04215

Wheel, 8x 1.8, K2 Bar

710-1652

Screw, 1/4-20 x .625

687-02074B

Hr. Adj. Assy. Frt- RH (8" Wheel)

687-02099B

Hr. Adj. Assy. Frt- LH (7" Wheel)

Bolt, 1/4-20

±lfEquipped

NOTE: Mower

features/components

vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured

on the previous

page are standard

equipment.

NOTES

MANUFACTURER'S

LiMiTED WARRANTY

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States
and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
"MTD" warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and
Attachments as described below) against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date
of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been
operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual
furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse,
abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other
peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use
of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use
with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as
to any resulting damage.
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items
such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags,
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
Attachments-- MTD warrants attachments for this product against
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year,
commencing on the date of the attachment's original purchase or
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:
grass collectors and mulch kits.
HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service dealer.
To locate the dealer in your area:
In the U.S.A.
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-2204683 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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