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Safe Operation

Practices • Set-Up • Operation

• Maintenance

OPER roR's

Automatic

• Service • Troubleshooting

• Warranty

UAL

Lawn Tractor m Moclel Series 760

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

PrintedIn USA

FormNo.769-06297
(November22, 2010)

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ToTheOwner
ThankYou
Thank you for purchasing
MTD LLC. It was carefully
performance

when

a lawn tractor manufactured
by
engineered to provide excellent

properly

operated

Please read this entire manual
It instructs
maintain

and maintained.

prior to operating

directly.

Please be sure that you, and any other

Throughout

All information
product

injury

or property

in this manual

information

machine

damage.

telephone

satisfaction

this manual,
are observed

The engine

Support

address can be found

to ensure your complete

and

persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended
safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal

MTD's Customer

address and mailing

the equipment.

you how to safely and easily set up, operate
your machine.

If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,
phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us

all references

is responsible

issues with regards to performance,

to right and left side of the
position

for all engine-related

power-rating,

is relative to the most recent

warranty

at the time of printing.

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

available

Review

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

website

at all times.

from the operating

manufacturer

numbers,

on this page. We want

and service. Please refer to the engine

specifications,
manufacturer's
with your

Manual may cover a range of product specifications
for various
models. Characteristics
and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual

may not be applicable

to all models.

MTD LLC

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

Table of Contents
Safe Operation

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

3

Troubleshooting

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

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

9
12

Replacement
Attachments

Opera tion ................................................................

13

Emission

Control

Maintenance
& Adjustment
.................................
Service ....................................................................

18
22

Warranty

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

RecordProductinformation
Before setting

up and operating

your new equipment,

you seek technical
Department,

Statement

27
28

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and record the

information
in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by looking beneath the seat. This information
will
site, Customer Support
service dealer.

Parts ................................................
& Accessories ..................................

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locate the model plate on the equipment

be necessary, should

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SERIAL NUMBER

via our web

or with a local authorized

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do NOT return

If you have difficulty
this machine,

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assembling

to the retailer

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you can seek help from

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regarding

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operation,

Support

Department.

or maintenance

of

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Important SafeOperationPractices
WARNING!

This symbol

could endanger
all instructions

points

the personal

safety and/or

in this manual

with these instructions

out important

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

65

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

,A

WARNING!
compounds,

Battery

harm.

posts, terminals,

chemicals

known

and related accessories

to the State of California

this manual.
operator

was built to be operated

As with any type of power
objects.

serious injury

or death.

equipment,

Failure to observe

Read, understand,

future

and follow

all instructions

and operate.

Keep this manual

reference

on the

attempting

3.

in a safe place for

and for ordering

replacement

hands and feet
could

result in

inspect the area where the equipment

is to be

objects

which

could be picked up and thrown
objects

by

can cause serious personal

injury.
7.

Plan your mowing
toward

pattern

roads, sidewalks,

to avoid discharge
bystanders

of material

and the like. Also,

Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction
which may cause discharged material to ricochet back

quickly.

toward

Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand

by an adult.

5.

of amputating

the blade(s). Thrown

8.

the instructions
and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised

4.

this machine

without

proper

To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet
anyone

while

it is in operation.

Stop machine

the operator.

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
operation

and while

to protect

your eyes. Thrown

cause serious injury
9.

Never allow adults to operate
instruction.

from the machine

in

or error on the part of the

safety instructions

Thoroughly
foreign

to

pa rts.
2.

is capable

practices

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

and in the manual(s) before

and regular

to the safe operation

carelessness

the following

6.

GeneralOperation

assemble

to cause cancer and reproductive

according

can result in serious injury. This machine

and throwing

machine

lead and lead

harm. Wash hands after handling

DANGER! This machine

1.

contain

performing

10.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled

or repair

ricochet

can

clothes and jewelry

can be

caught in movable parts. Never operate
bare feet or sandals.

this machine

Be aware of the mower

discharge

without
proper
11.

which

work shoes and close-fitting

and attachment

and do not point it at anyone.

enters the area.

objects

to the eyes.

slacks and shirts. Loose fitting

if

during

an adjustment

the discharge

Do not operate

in

direction

the mower

cover or entire grass catcher

in its

place.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate
hands and feet.

12. Amissing
ordamaged
discharge
cover
cancause
blade
Slope Operation
contact
orthrown
object
injuries.
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over
13. Stoptheblade(s)
whencrossing
gravel
drives,
walks,
or
accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes
roads
andwhilenotcutting
grass.
require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you
feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
14. Watch
fortrafficwhenoperating
nearorcrossing
roadways.
Thismachine
isnotintended
foruseonany
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this
publicroadway.
manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on
a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as
15. Donotoperate
themachine
whileunder
theinfluence
of
shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this machine on that
alcohol
ordrugs.
area or serious injury could result.
16. Mowonlyindaylight
orgoodartificial
light.
17. Never
carrypassengers.
1.
Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme
18. Disengage
blade(s)
before
shifting
intoreverse.
Back
up
caution when changing direction
on slopes.
slowly.
Always
lookdownandbehind
before
andwhile
backing
toavoid
aback-over
accident.
2.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
19. Slow
downbefore
turning.
Operate
themachine
smoothly.
grass can hide obstacles.
Avoid
erratic
operation
andexcessive
speed.
20. Disengage
blade(s),
setparking
brake,
stopengine
andwait 3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so
that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
untiltheblade(s)
come
toacomplete
stopbefore
removing
Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes
grass
catcher,
emptying
grass,
unclogging
chute,
removing
are functioning
properly. Always keep machine in gear
anygrass
ordebris,
ormaking
anyadjustments.
when going down slopes to take advantage of engine
21. Never
leave
arunning
machine
unattended.
Always
turn
braking action.
offblade(s),
place
transmission
inneutral,
setparking
4.
Follow the manufacturer's
recommendations
for wheel
brake,
stopengine
andremove
keybefore
dismounting.
weights or counterweights
to improve stability.
22. Use
extracarewhenloading
orunloading
themachine
into
5.
Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
atrailerortruck.
Thismachine
should
notbedriven
upor
These can change the stability of the machine.
downramp(s),
because
themachine
couldtipover,
causing
serious
personal
injury.
Themachine
mustbepushed
6.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do
manually
onramp(s)
toloadorunload
properly.
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid
engagement
or braking could cause the front of the
23. Muffler
andengine
become
hotandcancause
aburn.Do
machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could
nottouch.
cause serious injury.
24. Check
overhead
clearances
carefully
before
driving
under
7.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
lowhanging
treebranches,
wires,
dooropenings
etc.,
disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down
where
theoperator
maybestruck
orpulled
fromthe
the slope.
machine,
whichcouldresult
inserious
injury.
25. Disengage
allattachment
clutches,
depress
thebrake
Do Not:
pedal
completely
andshiftintoneutral
before
attempting 1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly
tostartengine.
and gradually downhill, if possible.
26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of
a height no more than I0". Do not attempt
unusually

27.

up on the mower

the engine exhaust

deck presenting

and attachments

by the machine

and follow

fire

all instructions

approved

manufacturer.
provided

for this

Read, understand

to operate

ditches

or embankments.

The

turn over ira wheel is over the edge

Do not try to stabilize

the machine

by putting

Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

5.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction

your foot on

should

the riding mower

evaluate

themselves

and others from serious injury.

If situations

occur which

SECTION
2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

Do not shift to neutral

and coast downhill.

may cause the operator
resulting

in serious injury

to lose control

Over-speeding

of the machine

or death.

their ability

safely enough

are not covered

could cause

sliding.
6.

7.

to protect

PRACTICES

Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments

(e.g. loaded

dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5
degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends

in this manual,

care and good judgment.
Contact your customer
representative
for assistance.

I

suddenly

4.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators

4,

could

of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.
3.

with the approved

accessory or attachment.

29.

mower

and/

a potential

Do not mow near drop-offs,

the ground.

Use only accessories
machine

28.

2.

tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves.

Dry grass or leaves may contact
or build
hazard.

to mow through

service

use

to push the tractor
(e.g. tractor

and may cause you to loose control

may speed up, braking

reduced, attachment
overturn).

may jack-knife

and steering

ability

and cause tractor

are
to

Children
1.

Service

Tragic accidents
presence

can occur if the operator

of children.

Children

is not alert to the

are often attracted

to the

machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand
the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where

SafeHandlingof Gasoline:
1.

Keep children
watchful

out of the mowing

care of a responsible

personal

area and in

yourself

adult other than the

Be alert and turn machine

off if a child enters the

atea.
c.

Before and while backing,
small children.

or property

injury

damage

can occur when gasoline

or your clothes which

and change

operator.
b.

injury

use extreme

care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Serious

you last saw them.
a.

To avoid personal

clothes

Use only an approved

b.

Never fill containers

look behind and down for

on

Wash your skin

immediately.

a.

or trailer

is spilled

can ignite.

gasoline container.
inside a vehicle

or on a truck

bed with a plastic liner. Always place

containers

on the ground

away from your vehicle

before filling.
d.

Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off.
c.

They may fall offand be seriously injured or interfere
with safe machine operation.

When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment

e.

Use extreme
doorways,

care when approaching
shrubs, trees or other

blockyour
vision of a child who
path of the machine.
f.

To avoid

back-over

the cutting

accidents,

blade(s)

before

blind corners,

a trailer with a portable

objects that may

gasoline

Keep children

d.
always

shifting

2.

away from hot or running

e.

is unattended

machine

and safe operation

and on the machine

and should

Extinguish

be trained

g.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two

to
h.

before

and supervised

that has a hitch designed
equipment

except

If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and

limits for towed

equipment

recommendation
and towing

3.

Never allow children

4.

On slopes, the weight of the towed
loss of traction and loss of control.

5.

Always use extra caution
capable
mower).

6.
7.

of making

k.

I.

on slopes.

equipment

to another

area. Wait 5

the engine.

To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
and remove any fuel soaked debris.

equipment.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

ride-on

or fuel container

inside

dryer or other gas appliances.

may cause
m.

tight turns (e.g. "zero-turn"

Never store the machine

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes

with a machine

Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing.

Do not shift to neutral

Move machine

before starting

securely.

for weight

or others in or on towed

when towing

cap and tighten

for

at the

spillage
Follow the manufacturers

neck to allow space for

j.

equipment.

Do not attach towed

of filler

Replace gasoline

hitch point.
2.

bottom

i.

minutes
towing.

refueling.

fuel expansion.

Towing
Tow only with a machine

indoors.

Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2
inch below

in this manual

by an adult.

1.

is

cigars, pipes and other

Never fuel machine

minutes

practices

all cigarettes,

f.

operation.

Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions

with the rim of the fuel

sources of ignition.

engines.

Remove key when

unauthorized

Keep the nozzle in contact

into Reverse.

a hot muffler.

prevent

nozzle.

tank or container opening at all times until fueling
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

disengage

They can suffer burns from
h.

on

rather than from a

may run into the

if equipped,
the "Reverse Caution Mode" should
not be used when children or others are around.
g.

dispenser

container,

Allow a machine

to cool at least five minutes

before

storing.

GeneralService
1.

Never run an engine
Engine exhaust

and coast downhill.

and deadly
2.

indoors

contains

or in a poorly ventilated

carbon monoxide,

area.

an odorless,

gas.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the
blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground
unintended

against the engine to prevent

starting.

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

S

3.

Periodically
complete

4.

approximately

(5) five seconds after

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway

should be serviced
Service Dealer.

engine and cause it to operate

at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

with factory

governor.

professionally

Check brake operation
normal

by an authorized

frequently

operation.

MTD

as it is subjected

to wear

Adjust and service as required.

Check the blade(s) and engine
intervals

mounting

for proper tightness.

bolts at frequent

Also, visually

inspect

for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked).

blade(s)

Replace

the blade(s) with the original equipment
manufacturer's
(O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts
which

do not meet the original

may lead to improper

equipment

performance

specifications

and compromise

Mower

when servicing

them.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight
equipment

8.

is in safe working

10.

11.

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

Never tamper

_

to be sure the

on regular
emission

unleaded
control

gasoline,

and

systems: Engine

Catalyst (OC), Secondary

Air

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

with the safety interlock

inspect the machine

system or other

the damage

before starting

to make adjustments

machine

the engine

while

Grass catcher

components

Ifa spark arrestor is used, it should

be maintained

apply on federal

or repairs to the

and the discharge

cover are

could expose moving

to be thrown.

For safety protection,

the
Public

laws. Federal laws

lands.

A spark arrestor for the muffler

which

in effective

working order by the operator. In the State of California
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Resources Code). Other states may have similar

is running.

subject to wear and damage
parts or allow objects

Repair

and operating.

Never attempt

land unless the

system is equipped with a spark
applicable local or state laws (if

any).

regularly.

for any damage.

or grass-covered

engine's exhaust
arrestor meeting

After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.
Thoroughly

internal combustion
engine and should not be used
machine isforest-covered,
equipped with an
on ARNING!
or near anyThis
unimproved
brushcovered

condition.

safety devices. Check their proper operation
9.

of engine

blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,

and use extra caution
7.

setting

SparkArrestor

safety!"
6.

Do not modify engine

operating the blade disengagement
control. If the blades
do not stop within the this time frame, your machine

during
5.

check to make sure the blades come to
stop within

is available

through

your

nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department,
P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

frequently check components
and replace immediately
with original equipment
manufacturer's
(O.E.M.) parts only,
listed in this manual.
original

equipment

performance
12.

"Use of parts which
specifications

and compromise

Do not change

the engine

safety!"

governor

the engine. The governor controls
operating speed of the engine.
13.

Maintain

or replace

do not meet the

may lead to improper

settings

or over-speed

the maximum

safety and instruction

safe

labels, as

necessary.
14.

Observe proper disposal laws and regulations
etc. to protect the environment.

15.

According

to the Consumer

Products

(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental
this product

for gas, oil,

Safety Commission

Protection

Agency

(EPA),

has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,

or 270 hours of operation.

At the end of the Average Useful

Life have the machine inspected annually 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,

WARNING!
follow

injuries

or death.

Your Responsibility--Restrict

the warnings

and instructions

the use of this power machine

to persons

in this manual and on the machine.

SAVETHESE
iNSTRUCTiONS!

6

J

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

who read, understand

and

SafetySymbols
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

to

and operate

DANGER--

ROTATING BLADES

Never carry passengers.

Never carry children,

even with the blades off.

O
DANGER--

ROTATING BLADES

Always look down

and behind

J

WARNING--

4

blade(s) can amputate

J

backing

to avoid a back-over

accident.

ROTATING BLADES

Do not put hands or feet near rotating

WARNING--THROWN
This machine

parts or under the cutting

This machine

deck. Contact with the

hands and feet.

OBJECTS

may pick up and throw and objects which

WARNING--THROWN

Lq

before and while

can cause serious personal

injury.

can cause serious personal

injury.

OBJECTS

may pick up and throw and objects which

BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders,

helpers,

children

and pets at least 75 feet from the machine

while

it is in

operation.

N
A

WARNING--

SLOPE OPERATION

Do not operate

WARNING--

this machine

15 degrees.

HOT SURFACE

Engine parts, especially
and muffler

on a slope greater than

the muffler,

become extremely

hot during

operation.

Allow engine

to cool before touching.

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,

WARNING--

unless discharge

cover

replace immediately.

TOWING

Avoid jack-knifing

when towing,

go slow and make wide turns.

SECTION 2 --

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES

7

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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

your lawn mower on such slopes. Do not mow

2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding

mower

slopes, never across the face of slopes.

on inclines

could overturn

with a slope in excess of 15 degrees

and cause serious injury. Operate

riding

3

Assembly& Set-Op
1.

Tractor Set-Up
NOTE:This Operators Manual covers 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
specifications,
without

designs and equipment

incurring

without

product

notice and
3.

obligation.

RecommendedToolsfor Assembly
9/16-inch

wrench

7/16-inch

wrench

2.

(or adjustable
(or adjustable

3/8-inch

wrench

1/2-inch

socket wrench

(or adjustable

Remove the plastic

and attach the red cable to the positive

battery

terminal

(+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-1.

Remove the plastic

and attach the black cable to the negative

battery

terminal

(-) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-1.

Position
terminal

on top/side

wrench)

Maintenance
the tractor.

connect
followed

For shipping

NOTE:The
negative

positive
battery

Locate the shipping
warning

tag found

the discharge

cables, always

the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal

as instructed

Manual

in the

prior to operating

brake.

brace, if present, and accompanying
on the right side of the mower,

chute and the cutting

between

deck. See Fig. 3-2.

first,

by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.

reasons, both battery

To connect

how to set the parking

known

harm. Wash hands after handling.

may have been left disconnected
factory.

charge the battery

section your Operator's

off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking
ARNING!
Make sure the riding mower's engine is
brake before removing the shipping brace. Refer to
the Controls and Features section for instructions
on

_

battery

battery

is put into service after the date shown

of battery,

and related accessories

When attaching

the red rubber boot over the positive
to help protect it from corrosion.

Shipping BraceRemoval

contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals
to the State of California to cause cancer and

CAUTION:

from the negative

terminal

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:

reproductive

cover, if present,

battery

NOTE: If the battery

Connecting the Battery Cables
Battery posts, terminals,

from the positive

terminal

wrench)

wrench)

cover, if present,

battery

the battery
battery

terminal

cables on your equipment
from the terminals

cables, proceed

terminal
is marked

at the

as follows:

is marked Pos. (+). The
Neg. (-).

L

J
Figure 3=2
Place the deck lift lever in the highest
Refer to Setting the Cutting
section of this manual.

cutting

position.

Height in the Operation

While pushing the discharge chute towards the machine
with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your
right hand by grasping
finger and rotating

Figure 3=1

it between

it clockwise.

your thumb

and index

Attaching The DashCollar
purposes only, must be removed and discarded
ARNING!
The your
shipping
used for packaging
before
operating
ridingbrace,
mower.

_

WARNING!
throwing
mower

The mowing
objects.

without

operating

Failure to operate

the discharge

position

injury and/or

deck is capable

If the tractor's

dash collar did not come attached

secure the dash collar as illustrated

of

from the

factory, the screws for attaching
it can be found in either side of
the dash console. Remove the two screws from the console and
in Fig 3-4.

f

the riding

cover in the proper

could result in serious personal

property

damage.
\

\

Attaching The Steering Wheel
If the steering

\

wheel for your tractor

did not come attached,

hardware for attaching
it has been packed within
wheel, beneath the steering wheel cap. Carefully
steering
1.

the steering
pry offthe

\

wheel cap and remove the hardware.

With the wheels
place the steering

2.

the

of the tractor

pointing

Place the washer (with the cupped
steering

straight

wheel over the steering

forward,

shaft.

side down) over the

wheel and secure with the hex bolt. See Fig. 3-3.
\

\
Figure 3-4

Figure
3.

Place the steering

wheel cap over the center of the steering

wheel and push downward

SECTION

3--

3-3

ASSEMBLY&

until it "clicks" into place.

SET-UP

\

Tire Pressure

Attaching The Seat
If the seat for your tractor
the applicable

was not attached

instructions

at the factory,

below to attach

follow

it.

circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be
maintained
ARNING! atMaximum
all times. tire
Never
pressure
exceed under
the maximum
any

NOTE: For shipping reasons, some seats are not attached at
the factory. If this is the case, free the seat from its shipping

_

position

The recommended

from the bottom
instructions.
1.

2.

inflation

and remove the hex screw (or knob screw if applicable)
of seat before

proceeding

with the following

Approximately

10 psi for the rear tires

Approximately

14 psi for the front tires

IMPORTANT:

Refer to the tire sidewall

provided

manufacturer's

recommended

grooves

in the seat pivot bracket.

Slide the seat rearward

and align the center mounting

screw previously

removed.

Do not tighten

Adjust the seat to the optimal
this may mean actually sitting

at this point.

operator preferred location,
in the seat to decide what

feels best to the operator.

Keep in mind the operator

to be able to fully operate

all pedals comfortably

sitting

of the tire.

tire pressure is:

Position the seat facing forward over the seat pivot bracket,
with the two forward seat mount tabs fitting into the

hole in the seat with the slot in the seat pan. Insert the hex

3.

pressure shown on the sidewall
operating

for exact tire

or maximum

psi. Do not

overinflate.
Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting
mow unevenly.

Fueland 0il Fill-up
The fuel tank is located

under the hood. Do not overfill.

needs
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
ARNING!
Use extreme
handling
vapors
are explosive.
Never care
fuel when
machine
indoors or

while
_

back in the seat.

while the engine is hot or running.

Extinguish

4.

Tighten the hex screw at this time.

5.

To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the hex screw on
the bottom of the seat. Slide the seat forward or backward

IMPORTANT:

as desired.

engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before
operating.
Be careful not to overfill.

Retighten

deck to

cigarettes,

the hex screw. See Fig. 3-5.

cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

Your tractor

is shipped

with motor

Service and check the engine oil as instructed
Engine Operator/Owner
the instructions
IMPORTANT:
when filling

Manual

in accordance

in the separate

packed with your tractor.

Read

carefully.
It is important

to NOTtop

offyour

with fuel. Leave an expansion

the fuel tank to allow for the fuel to expand
ventilation.

oil in the

Otherwise

fuel tank

area available

inside

and for proper

the unit may not run properly.

Fill the tank

with Figure 3-6.

f

Hex Screw
Adjust

Figure 3-5

Mulch Plug
Note: See the Attachments

& Accessories

like information
regarding
model of tractor.

adding a mulching

section

if you would

system for your

Figure 3-6

SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY
& SET-UP

11

4

Controls
and Features
f
Speed Control
Parking

Clutch/Brake

&

Brake Lever

Pedal

Throttle/Choke Lever
Ignition Switch
Module

Shift Lever

J
PTO (Blade Engage) Lever
Deck Lift Lever

Figure 4=1
Lawn Tractor controls

and features

are illustrated

before attempting
to operate
WARNING!
Read and follow
injury.

in Fig 4-1 and described

on the following

pages.

this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules and instructions
may result in personal
all safety rules and instructions
in this manual, including the entire Operation section,

Throttle/ChokeControl Lever
The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the
tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine
and when

pushed

all the way forward,

When set in a given position,

the choke control

the throttle

will maintain

also.

a uniform

i_ll

unattended.
WARNING!
into neutral

Always disengage PTO, move shift lever
Never leave
a runningbrake,
machine
position,
set parking
stop engine

and remove

key to prevent

iMPORTANT:

Prior to operating

unintended

the tractor,

starting.

refer to both Safety

Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation
section of this manual for further detailed instructions.

engine speed. See Fig. 4-2.

Clutch-BrakePedal

BI]

CHOKE

The clutch-brake
tractor,

pedal is located

along the running

part way down when

FAST

board.

slowing

on the left side of the lawn
Depress the clutch-brake

the tractor

by changing

pedal

speeds

(Refer to Speed Control Lever). Depress the pedal all the way down
to engage the disc brake and bring the tractor

to a complete

stop.

m

NOTE:The

pedal must be depressed

Safety Interlock

Switches

to start the engine.

in the Operation

Refer to

section of this manual.

ParkingBrake
To set the parking brake, fully depress the clutch-brake
pedal.
Move the speed control lever all the way down and into the
parking

brake position.

the parking

SLOW

To release the parking

engaged,
(rabbit)

pedal to allow

brake, depress the clutch-brake

pedal and

move the speed control lever out of the notches to the desired
position. Release the speed control lever and the clutch-brake
Figure

iMPORTANT:

Release the clutch-brake

brake to engage.

When operating

4-2
the tractor

be certain that the throttle

pedal.
with the cutting

deck

lever is always in the FAST

position.

NOTE:The

parking

seat with the engine
shut off.

brake must be set if the operator
running

leaves the

or the engine will automatically

Ignition Switch
The ignition

switch is activated

into the ignition

to start the engine.

switch and turn clockwise

Insert key

to the START position.

Release the key into the ON position
Fig. 4-3.

once engine

To stop the engine,

key counterclockwise

OFF position.

turn the ignition

has fired. See

to the

See Fig. 4-3.

On

off

Figure 4=3

SECTION

4 --

CONTROLS

AND

FEATURES

13

$hift Lever

SpeedControl Lever

The shift lever is located
three positions,

pedal must be depressed
when the moving
IMPORTANT:

on the left side of the fender

and has

FORWARD, NEUTRAL and REVERSE.The brake
and the tractor

must not be in motion

shift lever. See Fig. 4-4.

Never force the shift lever. Doing so may result in

serious damage to the tractor's

transmission.

F

The speed control lever, located on the left side of
the tractor's dash console, allows you to regulate
the ground

speed of the lawn tractor.

depress the clutch-brake
out of the parking

To use,

pedal and move the lever

brake notch and forward

to

increase the tractor's ground speed. When a desired
speed has been reached, release the lever into an
appropriate

notch to maintain

To slow the tractor's

ground

that speed.

speed, depress the

clutch-brake
pedal and move the speed control
lever rearward and release it into a notch.
NOTE: Lawn tractors
available

vary by model and are

with either a 6- or 7-speed control

lever.
PARR
BRAKE

PTO(BladeEngage)Lever
Found on the tractor's

right fender,

the PTO (blade

engage) lever is used to engage power to the cutting
deck or other (separately available) attachments.

RUETRAL

To operate,
Moving

move the lever all the way forward.

the lever all the way rearward

OFF position
attachment.
NOTE:The
disengaged

disengages

into the PTO

power to the cutting

PTO (blade engage) lever must be in the
(PTO OFF) position

when starting

Z

deck/

the

ll

O

m

o

engine.
p.

Figure 4=4

DeckLift Lever
m

Found on your tractor's right fender, the deck lift lever
is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To
use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch
best suited for your application.

SECTION 4 --

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Z
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_'4

Operation
Engaging the ParkingBrake
Toengage the parkingbrake:

TO AVOID

SERIOUS
OR DEATH

1.

INJURY

Fully depress the clutch-brake

pedal and hold it down with

your foot.
2.

Move the speed control
parking brake position.

3.

Release the clutch-brake

• GOUP AND DOWNSLOPES,NOT ACROSS.
• AVOIDSUDDENTURNS.

lever all the way down and into the

pedal to allow the parking

brake

to engage.

• DONOT OPERATETHE UNIT WHERE IT COULDSLIP
ORTIP.

Toreleasethe parkingbrake:
1.

• IF MACHINESTOPSGOINGUPHILL, STOP BLADE(S)
AND BACK DOWNHILLSLOWLY.

Depress the clutch-brake

pedal and move the speed

control

lever out of the parking

desired

speed.

• KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,
AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACEAND WORKING.

Setting the CuttingHeight

• REMOVEOBJECTSTHAT COULDBE THROWN

1.

Select the height

position

brake position

of the cutting

deck by placing

the deck lift lever in any of the six different

BY THE BLADE(S).

notches

and into a

cutting

height

on the right side of the fender.

• KNOWLOCATIONAND FUNCTIONOF ALL CONTROLS.
• BESURE BLADE(S)AND ENGINEARE STOPPED
BEFOREPLACINGHANDS ORFEET NEARBLADE(S).

_

discharge

opening of the cutting deck.
Keep hands and feet away from the

WARNING!

• BEFORELEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,
DISENGAGEBLADE(S), ENGAGEPARKINGBRAKE,
SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

READ

OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
SafetyInterlockSwitches
This tractor
protection

is equipped

with a safety interlock

of the operator.

If the interlock

malfunction,
do not operate
MTD service dealer.

the tractor.

system for the

system should

ever

Contact an authorized

The safety interlock

system prevents

cranking

unless the parking

or starting

J

the engine

from

brake is engaged,

and the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is in the disengaged

(OFF)

position.
The engine will automatically
shut off if the operator
the seat before engaging the parking brake.

leaves

The engine will automatically

leaves

the tractor's

shut off if the operator

seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the

engaged (ON) position,
brake is engaged.

regardless

The engine will automatically

of whether

the parking

shut off if the PTO (Blade

Engage) lever is moved into the engaged
the shift lever in Reverse.

(ON) position

with

15

Starting the Engine

DrivingTheTractor
WARNING!

interlock system is malfunctioning.
This system was
WARNING!
operate
tractor if the
designed for Do
yournot
safety
and the
protection.

i_i

Assembly

instructions

& Set-up section of this manual.
key into the ignition

switch.

2.

Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged

(OFF)

WARNING!

position.

and while

4.

Activate

5.

Turn the ignition

parking

brake.

1.

the choke control.

the engine

key clockwise

to the START position.

After

position

and behind

up to avoid a back-over

Depress the brake pedal to release the parking

key off

before
accident.

brake and

2.

Move the throttle

3.

Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE

position.

CAUTION:

also turn the ignition

Always look down
backing

the brake

brake. If leaving

let the pedal up.

starts, release the key. It will return to the ON (or

Normal Mowing)

depressing

the parking

the tractor unattended,
and remove the key.

Insert the tractor

Engage the tractor's

the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in

(OFF) position,

pedal and engaging

1.

3.

Do not leave the seat of the tractor

first placing

the disengaged

in the

starts, excessive speed

stops.

WARNING!
without

NOTE: Refer to the Gasoline and Oil fill-up

Avoid sudden

and sudden

lever into the FAST (rabbit)

position.

position.

Do NOT hold the key in the START

for longer

than ten seconds at a time. Doing

so may cause damage
starter.

to your engine's

electric

IMPORTANT:
direction

Do NOT use the shift lever to change

of travel when the tractor

the brake pedal to bring the tractor

is in motion.

the

Always use

to a complete

stop before

shifting.
6.

After the engine starts, deactivate
place the throttle

control

the choke control

and

in the FAST position.

engine to run poorly.

Stepping the Engine
engine,
ground

1.

If you strike a foreign

3.

machine

for any damage.

restarting

and operating

If the blades are engaged,

Turn the ignition
position.

Repair the damage

before

place the PTO (Blade Engage)

(OFF) position.

key counterclockwise

Remove the key from the ignition
unintended

stop the

disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and
against the engine. Thoroughly
inspect the

lever in the disengaged
2.

object,

Release the parking

brake by depressing

the clutch-brake

the speed control

lever in desired

pedal and positioning

NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the
tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the

WARNING!

4.

position.

IMPORTANT: First-time operators should use speed positions 1
or 2. Become completely familiar with the tractor's operation and
controls before operating the tractor in higher speed positions.
5.

Release clutch-brake pedal slowly to put unit into motion.

6.

The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the
clutch-brake pedal.

NOTE: When operating the unit initially, there will be little
difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts
have seated themselves into the pulleys during the break-in
period.
WARNING!

to the STOP

Before leaving the operator's

for any reason, disengage
lever in neutral,

switch to prevent

engine

starting.
IMPORTANT:

offand

position

the blades, place the shift

engage the parking

brake, shut

remove the key.

When stopping

the tractor

for any reason while

on a grass surface, always:
1.

Place the shift lever in neutral,

2.

Engage the parking brake,

3.

Shut engine off and remove the key. Doing so will minimize
the possibility of having your lawn "browned" by hot
exhaust from your tractor's running engine.

If unit stalls with speed control in high speed, or if unit will
not operate with speed control lever in a low speed position,
proceed as follows:

'°1

SECTION

S--

OPERATION

1.

Place shift lever in NEUTRAL.

2.

Restart engine.

3.

Place speed control

4.

Release clutch-brake

pedal fully.

5.

Depress clutch-brake

pedal.

lever in highest

speed position.

6.

Place speed control

7.

Place shift lever in either
normal

operating

lever in desired

position.

Mowing

FORWARD or REVERSE,and follow

procedures.

Driving OnSlopes

i_li

Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE in the Important
Practices

section of the manual

you may operate

the tractor

Safe Operation

to help determine

slopes where

safely.

excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately2-1/2
feet
WARNING!
mow could
on inclines
a slope
every
10 feet). Do
Thenot
tractor
overturnwithand
cause in

_

serious injury.
Mow up and down
Exercise extreme
slopes.

slopes, NEVER across.
caution

when

Watch for holes, ruts, bumps,
objects.

Uneven terrain

changing

direction

rocks, or other

could overturn

on

the machine. Tall

on a slope. Ira turn must be

made, turn down the slope. Turning
increases the chance of a roll over.
Avoid stopping
to stop while

when driving
driving

up a slope greatly

up a slope. If it is necessary

up a slope, start up smoothly

carefully to reduce the possibility
over backward.

of flipping

and

the tractor

the PTO (Blade Engage) transfers

deck or other (separately available)
blades, proceed
1.

power to the cutting

Move the throttle

attachments.

To engage the

control

3.

For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be
cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the
first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge
to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a
better appearance to the lawn.
Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites weed
growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.
Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle.

Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and
extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns,
NOT clear brush.

Refer to Cutting
for proper

into the engaged

Keep the throttle

if the operator
in the Operation

lever in the FAST (rabbit) position
deck or other

instructions.

the engine,

when traveling

for the

(separately

(OFF)

in reverse, and

leaves the seat. Refer to Safety Interlock
section

blade sharpening

worn.

of this manual

it all the way

The PTO (Blade Engage) lever must be in the disengaged
when starting

Blades in the Service section

(ON) position.

most efficient use of the cutting
available) attachments.

position

discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and
the
like.mowing
Also, avoid
discharging
WARNING!
Plan
your
pattern
to avoid
material against a wall or obstruction which may
cause discharged material to ricochet back toward
the operator.

Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when

lever to the FAST (rabbit)

Grasp the PTO (Blade Engage) lever and pivot
forward

when using the cutting

as follows:

position.
2.

will be helpful

Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back
over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut.

Engagingthe Blades
Engaging

The following
information
deck with your tractor:

Do not mowat high ground speed, especially ira mulch kit
or grass collector is installed.

hidden

grass can hide obstacles.
Avoid turns when driving

thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers,
children and pets
at least
feet from
the ormachine
WARNING!
To help
avoid 75blade
contact
a
while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

Switches

of this manual.

Usingthe DeckLift Lever
To raise the cutting

deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then

place it in the notch best suited for your application.
Setting

The Cutting

Refer to

Height earlier in this section.

SECTION

S --

OPERATION

17

Maintenance& Adjustments
Air Cleaner

Maintenance
WARNING!

Before performing

any maintenance

or

repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral
position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove
key to prevent

unintended

Service the air cleaner
Operator/Owner

element

Manual

as instructed

Spark Plug

starting.
The spark plug should

Engine

be cleaned

season. Spark plug replacement

Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner
maintenance
instructions.
Check engine
instructions

Manual

Manual

at the start

in the Engine

Lubrication

packed with your unit. Follow the

carefully.

ChangingEngine Oil
For draining

and the gap reset once a
is recommended

of each mowing season. Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner
Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.

for engine

oil level before each use as instructed

Operator/Owner

in the Engine

packed with your unit.

inspecting,
always disengage PTO, move shift lever
Before lubricating,
intoARNING!
neutral position,
set parking repairing,
brake, stopor engine

_

oil from the engine's

crankcase

and remove

of select model

tractors, a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with this Operator's
Manual. To drain the oil, proceed as follows:
1.

Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick
fill tube.

2_

Snap the small end ofoil
See Fig. 6-1.

from the oil

drain sleeve onto the oil sump.

key to prevent

unintended

starting.

Engine
Lubricate
Owner

the engine with

Manual

motor

oil as instructed

in the Engine

packed with your unit.

Pivot Points& Linkage
Lubricate

all the pivot points

on the drive system, parking

brake

and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.

RearWheels
The rear wheels

should

be removed

from the axles once a

season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an all-purpose
grease before re-installing
them.

Front Axles
Each end of the tractor's

front pivot

grease fitting. Lubricate
tractor operation.

with a grease gun after every 25 hours of

bar may be equipped

with a

Battery
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free.
be checked.
Always keep the battery
free of corrosive
After cleaning
of petroleum

3.

Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable
with

Perform
finished
5.

terminal

a capacity

container

of no less than 64 oz.

the above steps in the opposite
draining.

Refill the engine

with new motor

Engine Operator/Owner

Manual

order after oil has

oil as instructed

NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner
your unit for information
viscosity of motor oil.

regarding

in the

packed with your machine.
Manual

the quantity

packed with

and proper

cables and terminals

clean and

build-up.

the battery

and terminals,

apply a light coat

jelly or grease to both terminals.

Always keep the rubber

Figure 6-1

Acid levels cannot

to prevent

boot positioned

over the positive

shorting.

IMPORTANT:
If removing the battery for any reason,
disconnect
the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal

first,

followed

the

by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing

battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal
first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the
wires are connected
could

to the correct terminals;

change the polarity

alternating

system.

reversing

them

and result in damage to your engine's

To level the deck from front to rear:

CleaningBattery
Clean the battery
with a baking
battery

by removing

it from the tractor

soda and water solution.

terminals

with a wire brush to remove deposits.

terminals and exposed
prevent corrosion.

wiring

Tighten

and washing

If necessary, scrape the

with grease or petroleum

the lock nut to raise the front of the deck;

Loosen the lock nut to lower the front of the deck.

Coat
jelly to

Battery Failures
Some common

causes for battery

Incorrect

failure are:

initial activation

Overcharging
Freezing
Undercharging
Corroded

connections

These failures are NOT covered

by your tractor's

warranty.

Cleaning the EngineAndDeck
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine.

IMPORTANT: The
tractor

use of a pressure washer to clean your

is NOT recommended.

components,

spindles,

It may cause damage

pulleys,

bearings

Figure 6-2

Sideto Side

to electrical

or the engine.

If the cutting
adjustment

Adjustments

1.

deck appears to be mowing
can be performed.

With the tractor

Adjust

unevenly,

if necessary

a side to side
as follows:

parked on a firm, level surface, place the

deck lift lever in the second from the top notch (second
highest position) and rotate

adjustments
while
engineto ismake
running,
WARNING!
Never the
attempt
any except
where specified in the operator's manual.

perpendicular
2.

both blades so that they are

with the tractor.

Measure the distance from the outside

Levelingthe Deck

tip to the ground

NOTE: Check the tractor's

right blade tip to the ground.

tire pressure before

performing

any

deck leveling adjustments.
Refer to Tires in the Service section
this manual for more information
regarding tire pressure.

3.

Loosen,

be equal. If they're

The front of the cutting
can be adjusted
the deck should

deck is supported

by a stabilizer

of the left blade

from the outside

Both measurements

not, proceed

of the
taken

to the next step.

but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on the left

deck hanger

FrontToRear

bracket.

See Fig. 6-3.

bar that

to level the deck from front to rear. The front of
be between 1/4-inch and %-inch lower than the

rear of the deck. Adjust
1.

should

of

and the distance

With the tractor

if necessary

as follows:

parked on a firm, level surface, place the

lever for lifting the platform on the second to the top notch
(second highest position) and rotate the blade as close to
the discharge
2.

channel

that is parallel

to the tractor.

Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to
the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground.
The first measurement
taken should be between 1/4"and
3/8"less than the second measurement.
approximate
proceed,

3.

distance

necessary

Determine

the

for proper adjustment

and

if necessary, to the next step.

Locate the flange

nut as seen in Fig. 6-2.

HexCap Screw
Figure 6-3

SECTION 6 --

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

19

4.

5.

Balance the deck by using a wrench

to turn the

adjustment

behind the hex cap

gea r (found immediately

ParkingBrakeAdjustment

screwjustloosened)
clockwise/up
or counterclockwise/
down. The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip

while

measurements

WARNING!
move shift lever
Never
intoattempt
neutral

Retighten
bracket

taken earlier are equal.

and remove

the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger
when

proper adjustment

If the tractor

is achieved.

adjustment

SECTION

section

of this manual

instructions.

6--

MAINTENANCE

&

ADJUSTMENTS

for seat

key to prevent

depressed,

can roll with the parking

Refer to the Set-Up and Assembly

is running.

Always disengage
unintended

adjustment.
See an authorized
brakes properly adjusted.

starting.

stop when the brake

or if the tractor's

brake applied,

PTO,

to
position,
adjust the
stopbrakes
engine

does not come to a complete

pedal is completely

SeatAdjustment

the engine

rear wheels

the brake is in need of

MTD Service Dealer to have your

MaintenanceSchedule
Every

Before

Every

Every

Every

Eachuse

10 Hours

25 Hours

50 Hours

100 Hours

Prior
toStoring

,/

,/

CleanHood/DashLouvers
CheckEngineOil Level

_

CheckAir Filter for Dirty,Looseor DamagedParts
ReplaceAir Filter Element
ChangeEngineOil
CleanBattery Terminals

_

LubeFrontAxlesand Rims

_

CleanEngineCoolingFins

_

LubePedalPivot Points

_

CheckSparkPlugCondition& Gap

_

ReplaceFuelFilter

NOTE:This Operators
or illustrated
and equipment

without

iMPORTANT: Since
manual

Manual

in this manual

included

covers a range of product

may not be applicable

notice and without

specifications

incurring

for detailed

models.

Characteristics

and features

product

discussed and/

specifications,

designs

obligation.

this ma nual covers a range of various tractor

with this machine

for various

to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change

engine maintenance

models,

it is important

procedures

to consult the specific engine operator's

and intervals.

SECTION 6 --

MAINTENANCE

& ADJUSTMENTS

21

7

Service
Cutting DeckRemoval
To remove the cutting
1.

position
2.

and engage

as follows:

the parking

Lower the deck by moving
bottom

3.

deck, proceed

Bow-Tie

Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged

(OFF)

brake.

the deck lift lever into the

notch on the right fender.

Remove the belt-keeper
rod, from around the tractor's
engine pulley, by removing the self-tapping
screw (A) that
secures it. See Fig. 7-1.

F
/

/

/

/

/

/
/

/

Figure 7-2
8_

Gently slide the cutting

deck toward

carefully

guiding

stabilizer

rod. See Fig. 7-3

the front of the tractor

the hooks on the deck off of the deck

Figure 7-1
Note: Make a mental note what hole the other
keeper rod is inserted
4.

in for reinstallation

Remove the belt (C) from around

end of the belt-

purposes.
the tractor's

engine

pulley. See Fig. 7-1.
5.

Looking

at the cutting

deck from

the left side of the tractor,

locate the bow-tie pin that secures the deck support rod on
the rear left side of the deck. See Fig. 7-2. Remove the bowtie pin that secures the deck support
remove the deck support

rod, and carefully

from the deck lift arm.

6.

Repeat step 5 on the tractor's

right side.

7.

Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right
fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way.

Figure 7-3
9.

Carefully
cutting

10.

remove the PTO cable from the rear of the
deck by removing

the hair pin clip which

secures it.

Remove the spring from the deck idler bracket.
on the next page.

See Fig. 7-4

Gently slide the cutting
underneath
the tractor.

out from

deck (from the leftside)

4.

Make the final connection
tractor,

on the engine

away from the battery.

Attach

block of the

to a unpainted

part

to assure a good connection.

vehicle

(i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle's
AUTION:
the jumper
is installed on a
engine
when Ifjump
starting battery
your tractor.

_li

5.

Start the tractor
this manual).

(as instructed

in the Operation

6.

Set the tractor's parking brake before
cables, in reverse order of connection.

section

removing

of

the jumper

Charging
WARNING!

Batteries

give off an explosive

gas

while charging. Charge the battery in a well
ventilated area and keep away from an open flame
or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater,
furnace,

clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

CAUTION:

Figure 7-4

When charging

use only a charger

Tires

your tractor's

battery,

for 12V lead-acid

batteries. Read your battery charger's Owner's
Manual prior to charging your tractor's battery.
pressure shown on the sidewall of tire.
WARNING!
Never exceed the maximum

i_!l_hll

Always follow
inflation

If your tractor

The recommended

operating

1.
10 psi for the rear tires

Approximately

14 psi for the front tires

Refer to the tire sidewall

manufacturer's

recommended

and heed its warnings.
period

as follows:

tire pressure is:

Approximately

IMPORTANT:

its instructions

has not been put into use for an extended

of time, charge the battery

overinflate.

designed

charger

psi. Do not

Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting

deck to

mow unevenly.

charger to deliver

charger

indicates

automatic,

for exact tire

or maximum

Set your battery

If your battery

is automatic,

that charging

is complete.

until the

If the charger

is not

charge for no fewer than eight hours.

Fuse
One 20 AMP fuse is installed
protect

Battery

a max of 10 amperes.

charge the battery

the tractor's

electrical

in your tractor's

wiring

harness to

system from damage

caused by

excessive amperage.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive

If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor's engine
will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not
blown.

It can be found at the rear of the unit, underneath

fender

located

the

by the battery.

harm. Wash hands after handling.

CAUTION:

If removing the battery, disconnect
NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal first,

followed

by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-

installing

the battery,

always connect

(Red) wire its terminal first, followed
NEGATIVE (Black) wire.

the
_

amperage capacity for replacement.
ARNING!
Always use a fuse with the same

the POSITIVE
by the

Jump Starting

battery. Be certain the vehicles
WARNING!
Never jump start

i_kll

do not touch, and
a damaged or frozen
are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch.

ignitions
1.

2.

Connect

positive

tractor's

discharged

Connect

the other end of the cable to the (positive

of the jumper
3.

Connect

(+) cable to positive

+) post

battery.

the second cable (negative

the jumper

post (+) of your

battery.

-) to the other

post of

battery.

SECTION
7 -- SERVICE

23

Cutting Blades
WARNING!

Shut the engine off and remove

ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for
sharpening or replacement.
Protect your hands by
using heavy gloves when grasping
WARNING!

Periodically

inspect the blade and/or

spindle for cracks or damage,
struck a foreign
until damaged

after

you've

as follows.

Remove the deck from beneath
Cutting

especially

object. Do not operate the machine
components
are replaced.

To remove the blades, proceed
1.

the blade.

Deck Removal

the tractor,

earlier in this section)

\\

(refer to
then gently

flip the deck over to expose its underside.
2.

Place a block of wood

between

baffle and the cutting

blade to act as a stabilizer.

the center deck housing

See Fig. 7-5.
3.

Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the
spindle assembly.

See Fig. 7-5.
Figure
NOTE:When

replacing

7-6

the blade, be sure to install

the side of the blade marked

"Bottom"

stamped in it) facing the ground
operating
position.

when the mower

blade spindle hex flange
CAUTION:
Use a torque
and 90 Ibs-ft.

4.

To properly
amounts

sharpen

the cutting

of metal from

blades, remove equal

both ends of the blades along the

cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25 °- to 30 °
angle. Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to
maintain

_

i_ll

5.

proper blade balance. See Fig. 7-6.

previously been sharpened, or if any metal
AUTION: isIfpresent,
the cutting
edgetheof blades
the blade
separation
replace
with has
new
ones.

excessive vibration,
may cause damage to the
WARNING!
poorly in balanced
tractor
and/or A result
personal blade
injury. will cause

Test the blade's balance
metal from

using a blade balancer.

Grind

the heavy side until it balances evenly.

SECTION
7-- SERVICE

the blade with

(or with a part number
is in the

nut to between 70 Ibs-ft
wrench to tighten the

Changingthe DeckBelt
WARNING!

Changing the TransmissionDrive Belt

Be sure to shut the engine

off, remove

ignition key, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s) and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting

before

removing

the belt.

NOTE: Several components
must be removed and special tools
(i.e. air/impact wrench) in order to change the tractor's drive belt.
See an authorized

MTD Service Dealer to have your drive belt

replaced

Customer

information
WARNING!

All belts on your tractor

wear and should

be replaced

or phone

on ordering

Support

as instructed

on page 2 for

a Service Manual.

are subject to

if any signs of wear are

present.

IMPORTANT: The

V-belt found

on your tractor

is specially

designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (nonOEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging
completely.
For a proper working

machine,

use factory

approved

belts.

To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows:
1.

Lower the deck by moving
bottom

2.

Remove the belt guards by removing
screws that fasten them

3.

_

5.

the deck lift lever into the

notch on the right fender.
the self-tapping

to the deck. See Fig. 7-7.

Remove the belt keeper rod from around

the engine

pulley.

injury. Do not place your fingers on the idler spring
Avoid
of a pinching
or ARNING!
between the
belt the
and possibility
a pulley while
removing the
belt.
Remove the deck belt from around

all pulleys,

including

the deck idler pulley.
6.

Route the new belt as shown in and Fig. 7-7.

7.

Remount

the belt guards removed

earlier.

Engine Pulley

Belt Guard

©

Deck Idler Pulley

J
Figure 7-7

SECTION
7 -- SERVICE

25

Troubleshooting
Problem

Cause

Engine fails to start

Remedy

PTO/Blade engaged.

1. Place knob (or lever)in

disengaged

(OFF)

position.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

2. Connect w,re to spark plug.

3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days
old) gas.

4. Choke notactJvated.

4. Place the throttle

S. Faulty spark plug.

S. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.

6. Blocked fuel line.

6. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter.

7. Engine flooded.

7. Crank engine with throttle

8. Parking brake notengaged

8. Engage parking

9.

9.

Throttle

control lever not in correct starting

Place throttle

control m CHOKE position.

in FAST position.

brake.
lever to FAST position.

position.
Engine runs erratic

1. Unit running

with CHOKE activated.

1. Move the throttle

contol

out of the CHOKE

position.
2. Spark plug wires loose.

2. Connect and tighten

spark plug wire.

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

3. Clean fuel line; fill tankwith

clean, fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter, is so equipped.
4. Ventin

gas cap plugged.

4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.

S. Water or dtrt m fuel system.

5. Dram fuel tank. Refill wtth clean, fresh
gasoline.

6. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Replace air cleaner paper element

or clean

foam precleaner, is so equipped.

Engine overheats

1. Engine oil level low.

1. Fill crankcase with proper amount
weight of oil.

2. Air flow restricted.

2. Clean grass clippings
the engine's cooling

Engine hesitates at high
RPM

1. Spark plug gap too close.

Engine Idles rough

1. Spark plug fouled, faulty
2. Dirty air cleaner.

1. Cutting

2. Replace air cleaner element

blade loose or unbalanced.

2. Damaged
Mower

will not mulch grass

or bent cutting

blade.

housing.

gap.

1. Replace spark plug. Set plug gap.

pre-cleaner,
Excessive vibration

and debris from around
fins and blower

1. Remove spark plug and resetthe

or gap too wide.

and

1. Tighten

and/or

clean

if so equipped.

blade and spindle.

Balance blade.

2. Replace blade.

1. Engine speed too low.

1. Place throttle

in FAST (rabbit) position.

2. Wet grass.

2. Do not mulch when grass is wet.

3. Excessively high grass.

3. Mow once at a Ngh cutting

height, then

mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting swath.

Uneven cut

4. Dull blade.

4. Sharpen or replace blade.

1. Deck not leveled properly.

1. Perform

2. Dull blade.

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

3. Uneven tire pressure.

3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.

side-to-side

deck adjustment.

Replacement
Parts

DESCRIPTION

PARTNO.

DriveBelt (MowingDeck)38" Deck

954-04062

DeckBlade(38" Deck)

942-0610A

DeckSpindle(38"Deck)

918-04474A

Battery

925-1707D

Tire (Front) 13x 5 x 6 RoundShoulder

734-04372

Tire (Rear)18x 6.5 x 8 SquareShoulder

734-0294

FuelTank Cap

751-0603A

FuelTank Cap(EPAPhaseIll)

751-12179"

FuelTank Cap(CA Models)

751-10947

Throttle Control/Choke Cable (Single Cylinder Engines)

746-04364

Discharge Chute Assembly 38" Deck

931-1032B

Key

925-1745A

_For use on tractors built after January 1,2011 in compliance with EPAPhase III
Provisions. Contact customer support for more information.

NOTE:This

Operators

or illustrated
and equipment

NOTE: Download
Manual.

Manual

in this manual
without

covers a range of product

may not be applicable

notice and without

a complete

Parts Manual

Be sure to have your model

Refer to page 2 for more information

number

specifications

for various

incurring

Characteristics

and features

product

discussed and/

specifications,

designs

obligation.

free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com
and serial number

regarding

models.

to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change

or phone (800) 800-7310 to purchase

ready. These can be found

on the model plate located

a Parts

under the seat.

locating your model and serial numbers.

27

Attachments
& Accessories
The followingattachmentsand accessoriesare compatiblefor ModelSeries700 LawnTractors.See the retailerfrom whichyou
purchasedyourtractor,an authorizedMTDService Dealeror phone(800) 800-7310for informationregardingpriceand availability.

_b

tilleror plow). Useof this type of equipmentWILLvoid thetractor'swarranty.
AUTION: ModelSeries700 LawnTractorsare NOTdesignedfor use with anytype of ground-engagingattachments(e,g,

0EM-190-607

DeluxeTractorSunshade

0EM-190-183

DeckWheel Kit38"

0EM-190-032

42" SnowThrower

OEM-19A-218

RearWeight BracketKit

29

FEDERAL
and/orCALIFORNIA
EMISSION
CONTROL
WARRANTY
YOUR WARRANTY

STATEMENT

RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

MTDConsumerGroupInc,the United StatesEnvironmentalProtectionAgency (EPA),and, forthose productscertifiedfor sale in the stateof California,the
CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard(CARB)are pleasedto explainthe emission(evaporativeand/or exhaust)controlsystem(ECS) warrantyon youroutdoor 2006
andlater smalloff-roadspark-ignitedengine andequipment(outdoorequipmentengine)In California,new outdoorequipmentengines mustbe designed,built and
equippedto meetthe State'sstringentanti-smog standards(in otherstates, 1997andlater modelyear equipmentmustbe designed,built, and equippedto meet
the U.S. EPAsmalloff-road, sparkignitionengine regulations.MTDConsumerGroupInc mustwarrantthe ECSon your outdoorequipmentenginefor the periodof
time listed belowprovidedtherehas been no abuse, neglector impropermaintenanceof outdoor equipmentengine.
Your ECSmay includeparts such as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fuel tanks,fuel lines,fuel caps, valves,canisters,
filters,vapor hoses,clamps,connectors,andotherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents.
Wherea warrantableconditionexists, MTDConsumerGroupIncwill repairyouroutdoor equipmentengine at no cost to you includingdiagnosis,parts and labor.
MAN UFACTURER'S

WARRANTY

COVERAGE:

This emissioncontrolsystemis warrantedfor two years. If any emission-relatedpart on your outdoorequipmentengine is defective,the part will be repairedor
replacedby MTDCONSUMERGROUPINC.
OWNER'S WARRANTY

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Asthe outdoorequipmentengineowner,you are responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelisted inyour owner'smanual.MTDConsumerGroup
Inc recommendsthat you retain all receiptscoveringmaintenanceon youroutdoor equipmentengine,but MTDConsumerGroupInc cannotdeny warrantysolely
forthe lackof receipts.
Asthe outdoorequipmentengineowner,you shouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDConsumerGroupInc may denyyou warrantycoverageif your outdoorequipment
engineor a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.
Youare responsiblefor presentingyouroutdoor equipmentengineto MTDConsumerGroupInc's distributioncenteror servicecenteras soon asthe problem
exists.The warrantyrepairsshouldbe completedin a reasonableamountof time, not to exceed30 days. If you havea questionregardingyour warrantycoverage,
you shouldcontactthe MTDConsumerGroupIncService Departmentat 1-800-800-7310or via email at http://support.mtdproducts.com
GENERAL

EMISSIONS WARRANTY

COVERAGE:

MTDConsumerGroupIncwarrantsto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the outdoor equipmentengine is: Designed,built and equipped
so asto conformwithall applicableregulations;and freefrom defects in materialsand workmanshipthatcausethe failureof a warrantedpart to be identicalin all
materialrespectsto that part as describedin MTDConsumerGroupInc's applicationfor certification.
The warrantyperiodbeginson the date the outdoor equipmentengine is deliveredto an ultimate purchaseror first placedinto service.The warrantyperiodis two
years.
Subjectto certain conditionsand exclusionsasstated below,the warrantyon emission-relatedparts is asfollows:
1. Any warrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the written instructionssupplied,is warrantedforthe warrantyperiod
statedabove. Ifthe part fails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,the part will be repairedor replacedbyMTDConsumerGroupInc accordingto subsection
(4) below. Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the period.
2. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledonly for regularinspectionin the writteninstructionssupplied is warrantedforthe warrantyperiodstatedabove.Any such
part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedforthe remainingwarrantyperiod.
3. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the written instructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the periodof time beforethe
first scheduledreplacementdatefor that part. If the partfails beforethe first scheduledreplacement,the part will be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumer
GroupInc accordingto subsection(4) below.Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the periodprior to the
first scheduledreplacementpointfor the part.
4. Repairor replacementof any warrantedpart underthe warrantyprovisionshereinmustbe performedat a warrantystationat no chargeto the owner.
5. Notwithstandingthe provisionsherein,warrantyservicesor repairswill be providedat all of our distributioncentersthatare franchisedto servicethe subject
enginesor equipment.
6. The outdoorequipmentengine ownerwill not be chargedfor diagnostic laborthat is directlyassociatedwithdiagnosisof a defective,emission-relatedwarrantedpart, providedthat suchdiagnosticwork is performedat a warrantystation.
7. MTDConsumerGroupInc is liablefor damagesto otherengine or equipmentcomponentsproximatelycausedby a failure underwarrantyof any warranted
part.
8. Throughoutthe off-roadengineand equipmentwarrantyperiodstatedabove, MTDConsumerGroupInc will maintaina supply of warrantedparts sufficientto
meetthe expecteddemandfor such parts.
9. Any replacementpart may be usedinthe performanceof any warrantymaintenanceor repairsand mustbe providedwithoutchargeto the owner.Suchuse will
not reducethe warrantyobligationsof MTDConsumerGroupInc.
10. Add-onor modifiedpartsthat are not exemptedbythe Air ResourcesBoardmay not be used.The use of any non-exemptedadd-on or modifiedparts by the
ultimatepurchaserwill be groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims. MTDConsumerGroup Incwill not be liable to warrantfailuresof warrantedparts caused
bythe use of a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart.

WARRANTED

PARTS:

The repairor replacementof any warrantedpart otherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemay be excludedfrom such warrantycoverageif MTDConsumerGroup
Inc demonstratesthatthe outdoor equipmentengine has beenabused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,and thatsuch abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenancewasthe direct causeof the needfor repairor replacementof the part. That notwithstanding,any adjustmentof a componentthat hasa factory installed,
andproperlyoperating,adjustmentlimitingdevice is still eligible for warrantycoverage. Further,the coverageunderthis warrantyextendsonly to partsthat were
presenton the off-roadengineand equipmentpurchased.
Thefollowing emissionwarrantypartsare covered(if applicable):
(1) FuelMeteringSystem
•

Cold start enrichmentsystem(softchoke)

•

Carburetorand internalparts (or fuel injectionsystem)

•

Fuelpump

•

Fueltank

(2) Air InductionSystem
•

Air cleaner

•

Intakemanifold

(3) IgnitionSystem
•

Spark plug(s)

•

Magneto ignitionsystem

(4) ExhaustSystem
•

Catalyticconverter

•

SAI (Reed valve)

(5) MiscellaneousItemsUsedin AboveSystem
•

Vacuum,temperature,position,time sensitivevalvesand switches

•

Connectorsandassemblies

(6) EvaporativeControl
•

Fuelhose

•

Fuelhoseclamps

•

Tetheredfuel cap

•

Carboncanister

•

Vapor lines

GDOC-100223Rev.A

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.

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

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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