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Safety,Assembly®Operation,Adjustment,Maintenance,Troubleshooting,
Transmatic Lawn Tractor-
READ SAFETY
RULES
Warranty
Models 760°779
AND mNSTRUCTmONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning: This unitis equippedwith an internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brush=
coveredor grass=coveredland unlessthe engine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor state laws (if any),
If a sparkarresteris used, it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator,Inthe Stateof Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode), Otherstates mayhavesimilarlaws,Federallaws applyon federallands,A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyournearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO, Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio 44136=0019,
PRINTEDIN U,S,A,
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-0019
FORMNO,769=02189A
01/06/2006
This Operator's
Manual is an important
part of your
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance.
new lawn tractor, mtwill help you assemble,
Please read and understand
what it says.
Table of Contents
Slope Gauge .......................................................
Safe Operation
Practices ...................................
Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor ............................
Operating Your Lawn Tractor ...........................
Adjusting
Your Lawn Tractor ............................
Finding
3
4
8
12
20
Maintaining
Your Lawn Tractor ........................ 22
Off-Season
Storage / Attachments
................. 28
Safety Labels ....................................................
29
Trouble Shooting ..............................................
30
Warranty ..............................................
Back Page
and Recording
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BEFOREYOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
information to the sample model plate providedto the righL
You can locate the model plate by looking beneathe the seal
This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer's
web site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support
Department or an authorized service dealer.
purchased,
without
Modem Number
Serial
Number
www, mtdpreducts,com
P.O. BOX
CLEVELAND,
330-220-4683
800-800-731
MTD LLC
Customer
Please do NOTreturn
Model Number
361131
OH 44136
0
Support
the unit to the retailer
first contacting
from
Customer
which
it was
Support.
if you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regardingthe controls, operation, or maintenanceof this
unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
1. Visit mtdproducts.com
Click on the Service & Support menu option.
2_ Phone a Customer Support Representative at
(800) 800=7310_
3. The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power=rating,specificao
tions, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's Manual, packed separatelywith
your unit, for more information.
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yourlawnmoweronsuchslopes.
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WARNING
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Do not mowon inclines
with a dope in excess
of 15 degrees (a rise
of approximately
2-"
feet). A riding r
could overturn and
cause serious injury.
if operating a walb
behind mower on such
a dope, it is extremely
footing and you could
dip, resulting in serious
injury.
Operate RiDiNG
mowers up and down
dopes, neveracross
the face of dopes.
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Operate
WALK-BEHIND
mowers across the
face of dopes, never
up and down slopes.
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DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rubs for safe operation in this
manuak As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failureto observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Children
Operation
1. Tragicaccidentscan occurif the operatoris not
abrt tothe presenceof children.Childrenare often
attractedto the machineand the mowingactivity.
Theydo not understandthe dangers.Neverassume
that childrenwill remainwhereyou last saw them.
a. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and in
watchfulcare of a responsibleadult otherthan
the operator.
b. Be alert and turn machineoff if a childenters
the area.
instructionswhich, if
not followed, could
endangerthe personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and fobow all
instructions
in this man=
ual before attempting to
operate this machine.
Failureto comply with
When you see this
symbol.
H EED ITS WARNING
Your
Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read.
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
1. Toavoid personal injuryor property damage use
extreme care in handlinggasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Seriouspersonaliniurycanoccur whengasoline
is spilledon yourselfor yourclotheswhichcan ignite.
Washyourskin and changeclothesimmediately.
a. Use onlyan approvedgasolinecontainer.
b. Neverfill containersinsidea vehbb or on a
truckor trailerbed with a plastb liner.Always
c. Beforeand while backing,lookbehindand
placecontainerson the groundawayfrom
downfor smallchildren.
yourvehble beforefilling.
d. Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththe blade(s)
c. When practbal, removegas-powered
shutoff.They mayfalloff and be seriously
equipmentfromthe truck or trailerand refuelit
iniuredor interferewith safemachineoperation.
on the ground.If this is not possibb, then
e. Use extremecarewhenapproachingblind
refuelsuch equipmenton a trailerwith a
corners,doorways,shrubs,trees or other
portabb container,ratherthan from a gasoline
objectsthat mayblock yourvision of a child
dispensernozzb.
who mayrun into the machine.
d. Keepthe nozzb in contactwith the rimof
f. To avoid back-overaccidents, always
the fueltank or containeropeningat all
disengage the cutting blade(s) before
timesuntilfuelingis complete.Donot usea
shifting into Reverse. If equipped, the
nozzleIocbopen device.
"Reverse Caution Mode" should not be
e. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars,pipesand
used when children or others are around.
othersourcesof ignition.
g. Keepchildrenaway from hotor running
f. Neverfuel machineindoors.
engines.They cansuffer burnsfrom a hot
g. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whilethe
muffler.
engineis hot or running.Mow engineto cool
h. Removekeywhen machineis unattendedto
at bast two minutesbeforerefueling.
preventunauthorizedoperation.
h. Neveroverfill fuel tank.Fill tank to no more
2. Neverallowchildrenunder 14years old to operate
than1/2inchbelowbottomof filbr neck to
the machine.Children14}'earsold and overshould
allowspacefor fuel expansion.
read and understandthe operationinstructionsand
i. Replacegasolinecapand tightensecurely.
safetyrubs in this manualand shouldbe trainedand
i. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine
supervisedbya parent.
and equipment.Move unitto anotherarea.
Wait 5 minutesbeforestartingthe engine.
k. To reducefire hazards,keepmachinefreeof
grass,leaves,or other debrisbuild-up.Clean
up oil or fuel spillageand removeany fuel
soakeddebris.
I. Neverstorethe machineor fuel container
insidewherethere is an open flame,spark
or pilotlightas on a waterheater,space
heater,furnace,clothesdryeror othergas
appliances.
m. Allowa machineto cool at bast five minutes
beforestoring.
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GeneralOperation:
14.Watchfor traffic whenoperatingnearor crossing
roadways.This machineis not intendedfor useon
anypublic roadway.
15.Do notoperatethe machinewhileunderthe influenceof alcoholor drugs.
16.Mowonly in daylightor good artificiallight.
17,Nevercarry passengers.
18.Disengageblade(s)beforeshiftinginto reverse.
Back up slowly.Alwayslookdownand behind before
and whilebackingto avoida back-overaccident.
19.Slowdownbeforeturning.Operatethe machine
smoothly.Avoiderraticoperationand excessive
1. Read,understand,and followall instructionson the
machineand in the manual(s)beforeattemptingto
assembleand operate.Keepthis manualin a safe
placefor future and regularreferenceand forordering
replacementparts.
2. Be familiarwith all controlsand theirproperoperation.
Knowhow to stopthe machineand disengagethem
quickly.
3. Neverallowchildrenunder 14yearsold to operate
this machine.Children14yearsold and overshould
readand understandthe operationinstructionsand
safety rubs in this manualand shouldbe trainedand
supervisedby a parent.
4. Neverallowadults to operatethis machinewithout
properinstruction.
5. To helpavoid bladecontactor a thrownobiect iniury,
keepbystanders,helpers,childrenand petsat bast
75 feetfrom the machinewhileit is in operation.8top
machineif anyoneentersthe area.
6. Thoroughlyinspectthearea wherethe equipmentis to
be used. Removeall stones,sticks, wire,bones, toys,
and otherforeignobiectswhichcould be pickedup
and thrown bythe blade(s).Thrownobiectscancause
serious personaliniury.
7, Planyourmowingpatternto avoiddischargeof
materialtowardroads,sidewalks,bystandersand the
like.Also,avoiddischargingmaterialagainsta wall or
obstructionwhich may causedischargedmaterialto
ricochetback towardthe operator.
8. Alwayswearsafety glassesor safetygogglesduring
operationand while performingan adiustmentor
repairto protectyour eyes.Thrownobiectswhich
ricochetcan causeseriousiniuryto the eyes.
9. Wearsturdy,rough-sobdworkshoes and close-fitting
slacks and shirts. Loosefittingclothesand iewelry
can be caught in movabb parts. Neveroperatethis
machinein barefeet or sandals.
speed.
20.Dbengageblade(s),set parkingbrake,stop engine
and wait untilthe blade(s)cometo a completestop
beforeremovinggrasscatcher,emptyinggrass,
uncloggingchute,removingany grassor debris,or
makinganyadiustments.
21.Neverleavea runningmachineunattended.Always
turnoff blade(s), placetransmissionin neutral,set
parkingbrake,stop engineand removekey before
dismounting.
22.Useextracare whenloadingor unloadingthe
machineintoa traileror truck. This unitshould not
be drivenup or downramp(s),becausethe unit
couldtip over,causingseriouspersonaliniury.The
unit mustbe pushedmanuallyon ramp(s) to load or
unloadproperly.
23.Mufflerand enginebecomehotand can causea
burn.Do nottouch.
24.Checkoverheadclearancescarefullybeforedriving
under lowhangingtreebranches,wires,door openingsetc. wheretheoperatormaybe struckor pulled
from the unit,which couldresult in seriousiniury.
25.Disengageall attachmentclutches,depressthe
brakepedalcompbtely and shift into neutralbefore
attemptingto startengine.
26.Yourmachineis designedto cut normalresidential
grassof a heightno morethan 10".Do notattemptto
mowthroughunusuallytall, dry grass (e.g.,pasture)
or pilesof dry leaves.Dry grass or leavesmay
contactthe engineexhaustand/orbuild up on the
mowerdeck presentinga poten%l fire hazard.
27.Use onlyaccessoriesand attachmentsapprovedfor
this machineby the machinemanufacturer.Read,
understandand followall instructionsprovidedwith
the approvedaccessoryor attachment.
28.Data indicatesthat operators,age 60 yearsand
above,are involvedin a large percentageof riding
mower-relatediniuries.Theseoperatorsshould
evaluatetheirability to operatetheriding mower
safelyenoughto protectthemselvesand others from
seriousiniury.
29.If situationsoccur whichare not coveredin this
manual,usecareand good iudgment.Contactyour
customerservicerepresentativefor assistance.
10.Be awareof the mowerand attachmentdischarge
directionand do notpoint it at anyone.Do notoperate
the mowerwithoutthe dischargecoveror entiregrass
catcherin its properplace.
11.Do notput handsor feet near rotatingpartsor under
the cuttingdeck.Contactwith the blade(s)can
amputatehandsand feet.
12.Amissingor damageddischargecovercan cause
bladecontactor thrownobiect iniuries.
13.8top the blade(s)whencrossinggraveldrives,walks,
or roadsand whilenot cuttinggrass.
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WARNING
This symbol points
instructions wh ch. if
not followed, could
endanger the personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
these instructions may
result in personal injury.
When you see this
symbol.
HEED iTS WARNING
Your
Responsibility
Restrictthe use
d this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warninas
and instructions
in this manual
Slope Operation:
Do Not:
Slopesare a majorfactorrelatedto loss of controland
tip-overaccidentswhich can resultin severeinjury or
death,All slopesrequireextracaution,if you cannot
back up the slopeor if youfeel uneasyon it, do notmow
1, Do notturn on slopes unlessnecessary;then,turn
slowlyand graduallydownhill,if possibb,
2, Do not mownear drop-offs,ditchesor embankments,
The mowercouldsuddenlyturnoverif a wheel is over
the edgeof a cliff, ditch,or if an edge cavesin,
3, Do nottry to staNlizethe machineby puttingyourfoot
on the ground,
4, Do not usea grasscatcheron steep slopes,
5, Do not mowon wet grass,Reducedtractioncould
causesliding,
6, Do notshift to neutraland coastdownhill Over-speeding may causethe operatorto lose controlof the
machineresultingin seriousinjuryor death,
7, Do nottow heavypull behindattachments(e,g,loaded
dumpcart, lawnroller,etc,)on slopesgreaterthan
5 degrees,Whengoingdown hill,the extra weight
tendsto pushthetractorand maycauseyou to loose
control (e,g, tractormayspeedup, brakingand steering ability are reduced,attachmentmayjack-knifeand
causetractorto overturn),
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uperal:lon
racl:lces
out important safety
instructions which, if
not followed, could
endangerthe personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this man°
Foryour safety,usethe slopegauge includedas partof
this manualto measureslopesbeforeoperatingthis unit
on a slopedor hillyarea,if the slopeis greaterthan 15
degreesas shownon the slopegauge,do notoperate
this unit on that area or serious injurycouldresult,
Do:
1, Mow up and downslopes,notacross,Exercise
extremecautionwhenchangingdirectiononsbpes,
2, Watchfor hobs, ruts,bumps,rocks,or other hidden
objects,Uneventerraincouldoverturnthe machine,
Tallgrasscan hide obstacbs,
3, Use slow speed,Choosea low enoughspeed
settingso that youwill not haveto stop or shift while
on the slope,Tires may losetractionon slopeseven
thoughthe brakesare functioningproperly,Always
keepmachinein gear whengoingdownslopes to
take advantageof engine brakingaction,
4, Followthe manufacturer'srecommendationsfor
wheelweightsor counterweightsto improvestability,
5, Use extra carewith grasscatchersor otherattachments,These canchangethe stabilityof the
machine,
6, Keepall movementon theslopes slow and gradual
Do not makesuddenchangesin speedor direction,
Rapidengagementor brakingcouldcausethe front
of the machineto lift and rapidlyfib overbackwards
whichcouldcause seriousinjury,
7, Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope,If tires lose
traction,disengagethe blade(s)and proceedslowly
straightdownthe slope,
Towing:
1, Towonlywith a machinethat hasa hitchdesignedfor
towing,Do not attachtowedequipmentexceptat the
hitch point,
2, Followthe manufacturersrecommendationfor weight
limitsfor towedequipmentand towingon slopes,
3, Neverallowchildrenor othersin or on towedequipment,
4, On slopes,theweight of thetowed equipmentmay
causeloss of tractionand loss of control,
5, Travelslowlyand allowextra distanceto stop,
6, Do notshift to neutraland coastdownhill
ual before attempting to
these instructions may
result in personal injury,
When you see this
symbol
HEED ITS WARNING
YOUr
Responsibility
Restrictthe use
of this power machine
to persons who read.
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
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Service
lO,Neverattemptto makeadiustmentsor repairsto the
machinewhile theengine is running,
1. Neverrun an engineindoorsor in a poorlyventilated
11,Grasscatchercomponentsand
the discharge
area. Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an
coverare
subiectto
wearand
damagewhichcould
odorless,and deadlygas.
exposemovingpartsor allowobiectsto be thrown,
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertain
Forsafety protection,frequentlycheckcomponents
the blade(s)and all movingparts havestopped.
and replaceimmediatelywith originalequipment
Disconnectthe sparkplug wireand groundagainstthe
manufacturer's(O,E,M,)parts only,listed in this
engineto preventunintendedstarting.
manual,"Useof partswhich do notmeet theoriginal
3. Periodicallycheckto make surethe bladescome to
equipmentspecificationsmay bad to improper
compbte stop withinapproximately(5) five seconds
performanceand compromisesafety!"
after operatingthe bladedisengagementcontrol,if the
12,Do notchangethe enginegovernorsettingsor
bladesdo notstop within thethis time frame,your unit
over-speedthe engine,The governorcontrolsthe
shouldbe servicedprofessionallyby an authorized
maximumsafe operatingspeedof theengine,
MTDServiceDealer.
13,Maintainor replacesafety and instructionlabels,as
4. Checkbrakeoperationfrequentlyas it is subiectedto
necessary,
wearduring normaloperation.Adiustand serviceas
14,Observeproperdisposallawsand
regulationsfor
required.
gas, oil,etc, to protecttheenvironment,
5. Checkthe blade(s)and enginemountingboltsat
frequentintervalsfor propertightness.Also,visually
inspectblade(s)for damage(e.g. excessivewear,
bent,cracked). Replacethe blade(s)with theoriginal
equipmentmanufacturer's(O.E.M.)blade(s)only,
listedin this manual."Useof partswhich do not meet
the originalequipmentspecificationsmaybad to
improperperformanceand compromisesafety!"
6. Mowerbladesare sharp.Wrapthe bladeor wear
gloves,and useextra cautionwhenservicingthem.
7, Keepall nuts,bolts,and screwstight to be surethe
equipmentis in safe workingcondition.
8. Nevertamperwith the safety interlocksystemor other
safety devices.Checktheir properoperationregularly.
9. After strikinga foreignobiect,stop the engine,
disconnectthe spark plug wire(s)and groundagainst
the engine.Thoroughlyinspectthe machinefor any
damage.Repairthe damagebeforestartingand
operating,
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This symbol points
instructions which, if
safety and/or property
of yourself and others,
Read and follow al
ual before attempting to
operate this machine.
When you see this
symbol,
N EED roTSWARNING
Your
Responsibility
Restrictthe use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
>wthe warnings
and instructions
in this manual
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NOTE:This OperatorsManualcoversa rangeof product
specificationsfor variousmodels,Characteristicsand fea=
turesdiscussedand/orillustratedin this manualmay not
be applicableto all models,MTDLLC reservesthe right
to changeproduct specifications,designsand equipment
withoutnoticeand withoutincurringobligation,
Rubber Boot
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Attaching
the Battery
Cables
NOTE:Somemodelsare shippedwith the batterycables
alreadyconnected,
NOTE:The positivebatteryterminalis markedPos, (+),
The negativebatteryterminalis markedNeg, (-),
Nut
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Hex Bolt
Thepositivecane (heavyred wire) is securedto the
positivebatteryterminal(+)with a hexbolt and hex
nut at thefactory,Makecertainthat the rubberboot
coversthe terminalto help protectit from corrosion,
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Removethehex bolt and hexnut from the negative
cable,
Figure 1
,
Removetheblack plasticcover,if present,from the
negativebatteryterminaland attachthe negative
cane (heavy blackwire)to the negativebattery
terminal(-) with the boltand nut,
Makecertain thehold=downstrap is in positionover
the battery,securingit in place,See Figure1,
expiosivel Neverfue!
machineindoors
orwhile
theengine
NOTE:If the batteryis putinto serviceafterthe date
shownon top of battery,chargethe batteryas instructed
on page24 of this manualpriorto operatingthe tractor,
Gas and Oil Fill-up
The gasolinetank is locatedunderthe hood and hasa
capacityof 1=1/2gallons, Do notoverfill,
WARNING: Use extreme care
when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and
the vapors are explosive. Never
fue! machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes,
and other sources of ignition.
Characteristics and
Servicethe enginewith gasolineand oil as instructedin
the separateEngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwith
yourtractor,Readinstructionscarefully,
IMPORTANT:Yourtractoris shippedwith motoroil in the
engine,However,you MUSTcheckthe oil levelbefore
operating,Be careful notto overfill,
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WARNING:
Makesurethe riding
mower'sengineis off, remove the
ignition key, and set the parking
brake before removing the shipping brace.
Your Lawn
Tractor
Locatethe shippingbrace,if present,and accompany=
ing warningtagfoundon the rightside of the mower,
betweenthe dischargechuteand the cuttingdeck,
See Figure2,
• While holdingthe dischargechutewith yourleft hand,
removetheshippingbracewith yourright handby
graspingit betweenyourthumb and indexfingerand
rotatingit clockwise,
Figure 2
WARNING: The shipping brace,
used for packaging purposes
onJy, must be removed and discarded before operating your
riding mower.
WARNING
Make sure the riding
mower's engine is
off, remove the ignition key, and set the
parking brake before
removing the shipping
brace.
WARNING: The mowing deck is
capaMe of throwing objects. FaiF
ure to operate the riding mower
without the discharge cover in the
proper operating position could
resuJt in serious personal injury
and/or property damage.
The shipping brace,
used for packaging
purposes only, must
be removed and
discarded before
operating your riding
mower.
Attaching
The Steering Wheel
if the steeringwheelfor yourtractordid notcome
attached,the hardwarefor attachingit hasbeen packed
within the steeringwheel, beneaththe steeringwheel
cap, Carefullypry off thesteeringwheelcapand remove
the hardware,
Figure 3
The mowing deck is
capable of throwing
objects. Failure to
operate the riding
mower without the
discharge cover in
NOTE:Thereare two differentstylesof steeringwheel
cap, See Figure3, Styles vary by model.
the proper operating
1. With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight
forward, placethe steeringwheeloverthe steering
shaft,
2, Placethe washer(with thecuppedside down)over
the steeringshaftand securewith the hex bolt, See
Figure3,
3, Placethe steeringwheelcap overthe centerof the
steeringwheeland pushdownwarduntilit"clicks" into
place,
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Attaching The Seat
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Seatstyles vary bytractormodeland thereare three
d fferentsty es ava abe
[ Standard
Ad ostment
QuickAdiustment&
Setti nqUp
• Knob
Adius ment
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If theseat for yourtractordid notcome attached,refer,to
Figure4, Figure5, and Figure6 to kJentifyyourtractors
seat styleand followthe applicableinstructionsbelowto
attachit,
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Figure 4
NOTE:Forshippingreasons,seatsare eitherfastened
to the tractorseat'spivot bracketwith a plastictie, or
mountedbackwardto the pivot bracket,In eithercase,
freethe seat form its shippingpositionand removethe
two hex screws(or knobs,on modelsso equipped)from
the bottomof seat beforeproceedingwith applicable
instructionsbelow,
Standard Adjustment Seat
1, Positionthe shoulderscrews (foundon the baseof the
seat) insidethe slot openingsin the seat pivot bracket,
Figure4,
Before operat ng this
machine, make sure
t,eseat
stop;
stand
2, Slide theseat slightlyrearwardin the seat pivot
bracket,lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket
with the remainingtwo holesin the seat'sbase,
behind the machin e
and pull back on seat
3, Selectdesiredpositionforthe seat,and securewith
the two hexscrewsremovedearlier,SeeFigure4,
theseat e"gaged
Quick Adjustment
Seat
NOTE:If yourseat wasshippedmountedbackwardson
the seatpivot bracket,pull outthe tab foundon the seat
stop and hold it open whileslidingthe seat off the seat
pivot bracket,See Figure5,
Figure 5
1, Line up the plasticseatspacerswith the slotsin seat
pivot bracket,
2, Slide seat in until frontseat spacerengagesthe seat
stop,See Figure5,
sons, seats are either
fastened to the tractor
WARNING: Before operating this
machine, make sure the seat is
engaged in the seat stop, stand
behind the machine and putl back
on seat until fully engaged into
stop.
backward to the pivot
Knob Adjustment Seat
1, Positionthe shoulderscrews (foundon the baseof the
seat) insidethe slot openingsin the seat pivot bracket,
Figure6,
models so equipped)
2, Slide theseat slightlyrearwardin the seat pivot
bracket,lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket
with the remainingtwo holesin the seat'sbase,
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3, Selectdesiredpositionforthe seat,and securewith
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equipped)
On tractormodelsso equipped,a mulch plugcan either
be foundwithinthe cuttingdeck'sdischargeopeningor
packedseparatelywith your unit,
NOTE:Refer to Mulching on page 19for moredetailed
information,
if you'dpreferto operatethe cuttingdeck withoutmulch=
ing, simplyremovethe mulch plugby unthreadingthe
plasticwing nutwhich fastensit to the cuttingdeck,This
will allowthe clippingsto dischargeout of the discharge
openingduringoperation,See Figure7,
Tire Pressure
Figure 7
WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is
30 psi. Equal tire pressure should
be maintained at all times.
The tires on your unitmay be over=inflated
for shipping
purposes,Reducethe tirepressurebeforeoperating
the tractor,Recommendedoperatingtire pressureis
approximately10 p,s,ifor the rear tires & 14p,s,i,for the
front tires,Checksidewallof tirefor maximump,s,i,
circumstances is 30
psi. Equal tire pressure
should be maintained
at all times.
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Figure 8
t if so equipped
A
SpeedControlLever/ParkingBrake
E
ThrottleControlLever
B
Clutch-BrakePedal
F
ignitionSwitchModule
C
ShiftLever
G
DeckLift Lever
D
ChokeControlt
H
PTO(Blade Engage)Lever
NOTE:Anyreferencein this manualto the RIGHTor LEFTside of the tractoris observedfrom operators position,
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the wayforward,the chokecontrol also,Whenset in a
givenposition,the throttlewill maintaina uniformengine
speed,See Figure9,
FAST
IMPORTANT:Whenoperatingthetractorwith the cutting
deck engaged,be certainthat the throttleleveris always
in the FAST(rabbit)position,
Choke
Control
On some models,movingthe
throttleleverall the wayforward
activatestheengine'schoke
control On all othermodels,the
chokecontrolcan be foundon
the left side of thedash panel
and is activatedby pullingthe
knoboutward,Activatingthe
chokecontrolclosesthe choke
SLOW
J
lk
Figure 9
f
A
Off
\
plateon the carburetorand aids in startingthe engine,
Referto Starting The Engine on page 16of this manual
for detailedstartinginstructions,
l/Lights
\
machine unattended.
mgnition Switch
A ,vays
d sengage
Theignitionswitchis activatedto startthe engine,Insert
key intothe ignitionswitchand turnclockwisetothe
STARTposition,Releasethe key intothe ON position
onceengine hasfired, See FigureIOA,
PTO,move Shift lever
into neutral position,
set parking brake, stop
engine and remove key
Ignition Switch Module (mrEquipped)
Tostartthe engine,insertthe keyintothe ignitionswitch
and turnclockwiseto theSTARTposition,Releasethe
key intothe NORMALMOWINGMODEpositiononce
the enginehasfired,
Tostop the engine,turnthe ignitionkey counterclockwise
to the OFF position,See FigurelOB,
Normal
Mode
)sition
Start
Position
WARNING: Never leave a running
machine unattended. Always
disengage PTO, move shift lever
into neutral position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove
key to prevent unintended
starting.
IMPORTANT:Prior to operatingthe tractor,referto both
Safety hterlock Switches on page 14and Starting
The Engine on page16 of this manualfordetailed
instructionsregardingthe IgnitionSwitchModuleand
operatingthetractorin REVERSECAUTIONMODE,
J
Figure 10
Deck Lift Lever
Foundon yourtractor'srightfender,the deck lift leveris
usedto changethe heightof thecuttingdeck,To use,
movethe leverto the left, thenplace in the notch best
suitedfor yourapplication,
operating the tractor in
REVERSE CAUTION
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Speed
Contro_ Lever
Thespeedcontrol lever,locatedon the
left side of the tractor'sdashconsole,
allowsyouto regulatethegroundspeed
of the lawntractor,To use,depressthe
clutch-brakepedal and movethe leverou
of the parkingbrakenotchand forward
to increasethe tractor'sgroundspeed,
Whena desiredspeedhas beenreached
releasethe leverintoan appropriate
notchto maintainthat speed,
Toslow the tractor'sgroundspeed,
depressthe clutch-brakepedal and mow
the speedcontrol leverrearwardand
releaseit intoa notch,
NUET_L
REVER_E
,,..
j
Figure 11
NOTE:Theparking
brakemustbesetifthe
operatorleavestheseal
withtheenginerun-
NOTE:ThePTO(Blade
Engage)levermustbe
inthedisengaged
(PTO
OFFtposition
when
startingtheengine,
IMPORTANT
Neverforcetheshift
lever.Doingso may
resultinserious
damagetothetractor's
transmission.
Parking Brake
Toset the parkingbrake,fully depressthe clutch_brake
pedal Movethe speedcontrol leverall the way down
and intothe parkingbrakeposition,Releasethe clutch_
brakepedalto allowthe parkingbraketo engage,
Toreleasethe parkingbrake,depressthe clutch_brake
pedaland movethe speedcontrol leverout of the
notchesto the desiredposition,Releasethe speed
controlleverand the clutch_brakepedal
NOTE:The parkingbrakemustbe set if theoperator
leavestheseat with the enginerunningor theengine
willautomaticallyshut off,
CJutch-Brake
NOTE:Lawntractorsvary by modeland
are availablewith eithera 6_or 7-speed
controllever,
PTO (B_ade Engage}
w
m
m
PARK
BAAKr'
Lever
Foundon thetractor'sright fender,the
PTO(bladeengage)leveris usedto
engagepowerto the cuttingdeck or
other(separatelyavailable)attachments,
Tooperate,movethe leverall the way
forward,Movingthe leverall the way
rearwardintothe PTOOFF position
disengagespowerto the cuttingdeck/
attachment,
NOTE:The PTO(blade engage)lever
mustbe in the disengaged(PTOOFF)
positionwhenstartingthe engine,
=o
0
_3
_4
!
_5
0
8_
Pedal
Theclutch_brakepedal is locatedon the left side of
the lawntractor,along the runningboard,Depressthe
clutch_brakepedal part waydownwhenslowingthe
tractorby changingspeeds (Referto SpeedControl
Lever),Depressthe pedalall theway downto engage
thedisc brakeand bringthe tractorto a completestop,
NOTE:The pedalmustbe depressedto startthe
engine,Referto SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page 14,
Shift Lever
Theshift leveris locatedon the left sideof thefender
and hasthree positions,FORWARD,NEUTRALand
REVERSE,The brakepedal mustbe depressedand
thetractor mustnotbe in motionwhenthe movingshift
lever,See Figure11,
IMPORTANT:Neverforce theshift lever,Doingso may
result in seriousdamageto the tractor'stransmission,
Safety
hterJock
Switches
This tractoris equippedwith a safety interlocksystem
for theprotectionof the operator,If the interlocksystem
shouldevermalfunction,do not operatethe tractor,
Contactan authorizedMTDservicedealer,
Thesafety interlocksystempreventstheengine
from crankingor startingunlessthe parkingbrakeis
engaged,and the PTO(BladeEngage)leveris in the
disengaged(OFF)position,
,
Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if theoperator
leavestheseat beforeengagingthe parkingbrake,
,
Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if theoperator
leavesthetractor'sseat with the PTO(Blade Engage)
leverin the engaged(ON) position,regardlessof
whetherthe parkingbrakeis engaged,
• Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if theoperator
engagesthe PTOwith the parkingbrakeON,
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ModeJs with Reverse Caution Mode
With the ignitionkeyin the NORMALMOWING
position,the enginewill automaticallyshut off if the
PTO(Blade Engage)leveris movedintothe engaged
(ON) positionwith the shift leverin Reverse,
Stop
Position
Start
Position
WARNING: Do not operate the
tractor if the interlock system
is malfunctioning. This system
was designed for your safety and
protection.
Reverse
Caution
Position
,J
Figure 12
Mode (if Equipped)
WARNING: Use extreme caution
white operating the tractor in
the REVERSE CAUTION MODE.
Nways took down and behind
before and white backing. Do not
operate the tractor when children
or others are around. Stop the
tractor immediately if someone
enters the area.
4, Onceactivated(indicatorlightON), the tractorcan
be drivenin reversewith thecutting blades(PTO)
engaged,
5, Alwayslookdownand behindbeforeand while
backingto makesure no childrenare around,
6, After resumingforwardmotion,returnthe key to the
NORMALMOWINGposition,
IMPORTANT:The REVERSECAUTIONMODEwill
remainactivateduntih
a, The key is placedin eitherthe NORMALMOWING
positionor STOPposition,
b, The operatorengagesthe parkingbrakeby fully
depressingthe clutch=brakepedaland holdingit
downwhile movingthe speedcontrolleverintothe
PARKBRAKEposition,
TheREVERSECAUTIONMODEpositionof the key
switchmoduleallowsthetractorto be operatedin
reversewith the blades(PTO)engaged,
IMPORTANT:Mowingin reverseis notrecommended,
IMPORTANT:TheoperatorMUSTbe seated in the
tractorseat,
Engaging the Parking Brake
Toengagethe parkingbrake:
1, Fully depressthe clutch=brakepedaland hold it down
with yourfoot,
1, Start the engineas instructedon page 16under
Starting The Engine,
2, Move thespeedcontrolleverall the waydownand
into theparkingbrakeposition,
2, Turnthe key from the NORMALMOWING(Green)
positionto the REVERSECAUTIONMODE(Yellow)
positionof the keyswitch module, See Figure12,
3, Releasethedutch=brakepedal to allowthe parking
braketo engage,
Touse the REVERSECAUTIONMODE:
3, Depressthe REVERSEPUSHBUTTON(Orange,
TriangularButton)at the top, rightcornerof the key
switchmodule,The red indicatorlightat thetop, left
cornerof the keyswitch modulewill be ON while
activated,See Figure12,
To releasetheparkingbrake:
1, Depressthe clutch=brakepedaland movethe speed
control leverout of the parkingbrakepositionand into
a desiredspeed,
15
=aution
while operating the
tractor in the REVERSE
Always look down and
behind before and
whi!e back!rig, Donot
OPerate the tractor
when children or oth=
erS are around. Stop
the tractor immediately
if someone enters the
Setting the Cutting Height
1, Selectthe heightpositionof the cuttingdeck by
placingthe deck rift leverin any of the six different
cuttingheightnotcheson the rightside of the fender,
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
2, Adjustthe deck wheels,if equipped,so that they are
between1A-inch
and 1/2-inchabovethe groundwhen
the tractoris on a smooth,flat surfacesuch as a
driveway,
GO UPAND DOWN SLOPES,NOT ACROSS,
AVOIDSUDDENTURN&
DO NOT OPERATETHE UNITWHERE IT COULDSLIP ORTIR
IF MACHINE STOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOP BLADE(S) AND
BACK DOWNHILLSLOWLY
WARNING: Keep hands and feet
away from the discharge open°
ing of the cutting deck.
DO NOT MOWWHEN CHILDRENOR OTHERS AREAROUND,
NEVER CARRYCHILDREN,EVENWITH BLADES OFE
LOOK DOWNAND BEHINDBEFOREAND WHILE BACKING.
NOTE:On modelsso equipped,the deckwheelsare an
anti:scalpfeatureof thedeck and are notdesignedto
supportthe weightof the cuttingdeck,
KEEP SAFETY DEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,AND SWITCHES
IN PLACEAND WORKING,
REMOVEOBJECTSTHAT COULDBE THROWNBYTHE
Referto Levelingthe Deck on page20 of this manual
for moredetailedinstructionsregardingvariousdeck
adiustments,
BLADE(S)_
KNOW LOCATIONAND FUNCTIONOF ALL CONTROLS.
BE SUREBLADE(S) AND ENGINEARESTOPPEDBEFORE
Starting
PLACINGHANDSORFEET NEAR BLADE(S)_
the Engine
BEFORE LEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,DISENGAGE
WARNING: Do not operate the
tractor if the interlock system is
malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and
protection.
Do not operate the
tractor if the interlock
system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your
safety and protection.
BLADE(S), PLACETHE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL,ENGAGE
BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINEOFF AND REMOVEKEY_
READ OPERATOR'S
Stopping
MANUAL
the Engine
WARNING: if you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s} and
ground against the engine. Thor°
ougNy inspect the machine for
any damage. Repair the damage
before restarting and operating
NOTE:Referto the TRACTORSET-UPon page8 of
this manualfor Gasolineand Oil fill-upinstructions,
1, insert the tractorkeyinto the ignitionswitch,
2, Placethe PTO(BladeEngage)leverin the disengaged(OFF) position,
3, Engagethetractor'sparkingbrake,
4, Activatethe chokecontrol
ifyou strike a foreign
object, stop the
engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire(s)
and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly
inspect the machine
for any damage. Repair
the damage before
restarting and operating.
5, Turnthe ignitionkeyclockwiseto the STARTposition, Afterthe enginestarts, releasethe key,it will
returnto theON position,
1, If the bladesare engaged,placethe PTO(Blade
Engage)leverin the disengaged(OFF) position,
2, Turnthe ignitionkey counterclockwiseto the STOP
position,
iMPORTANT:Do NOT holdthe key in the START
positionfor longerthanten secondsat a time, Doingso
maycause damageto yourengine'selectricstarter,
3, Removethe key fromthe ignitionswitchto prevent
unintendedstarting,
6, After theenginestarts, deactivatethechoke control
and placethe throttlecontrolin theFASTposition,
NOTE:Do NOTleavethe chokecontrolon while operating the tractor,Doingso will result in a "rich" fuelmixture
and causethe engineto run poorly,
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WARNING:
Donot leavetheseat
of the tractorwithoutfirst plac-
place the shift lever in neutral,
engage the parking brake, shut
ing the PTO (Blade Engage} lever
in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake pedal
and engaging the parking brake.
if leaving the tractor unattended,
also turn the ignition key off and
remove the key.
engine off and remove the key.
IMPORTANT:Whenstoppingthe tractorforany reason
whileon a grasssurface,always:
1, Placethe shift leverin neutral,
2, Engagethe parkingbrake,
3, Shutengineoff and removethe key,
1, Depressthe brakepedalto releasethe parkingbrake
and let the pedal up,
Doingso will minimizethe possibilityof havingyourlawn
"browned"by hot exhaustfromyourtractor'srunning
engine,
If unit stalls with speedcontrolin high speed,or if unit
will notoperatewith speedcontrol leverin a lowspeed
position,proceedas follows:
1, Placeshift leverin NEUTRAL,
2, Movethe throttleleverintothe FAST(rabbit)position,
2, Restartengine,
3, Placetheshift leverin eitherthe FORWARDor
3, Placespeedcontrol leverin highestspeedposition,
Nways look down and behind
before and whiJe backing up to
avoid a back-over accident.
REVERSEposition,
WARNING
Avoid sudden starts,
ex=cessive speed and
sudden stops.
4, Releaseclutch=brakepedal fully,
5, Depressclutch=brakepedal,
IMPORTANT:Do NOT usethe shift leverto changethe
directionof travelwhenthe tractoris in motion,Always
usethe brakepedalto bringthe tractorto a complete
stop beforeshifting,
6, Placespeedcontrol leverin desiredposition,
7, Placeshift leverin eitherFORWARDor REVERSE,
and follow normaloperatingprocedures,
4, Releasethe parkingbrakeby depressingthe clutchbrakepedaland positioningthe speedcontrolleverin
desiredposition,
IMPORTANT:First-timeoperatorsshouldusespeed
positions1 or 2, Becomecompletelyfamiliarwith the
tractor'soperationand controlsbeforeoperatingthe
tractorin higherspeed positions,
5, Releaseclutch-brakepedalslowlyto put unitinto
motion,
6, The lawntractor is broughtto a stop bydepressing
the clutch-brakepedal
Do not leavethe seat
of the tractor without
first placing the PTO
(Blade Engage) lever in
the disengaged (OFF)
position, depressing
the brake pedal and
engaging the parking
brake, ff leaving the
tractor unattended,
also turn the ignition
key off and remove the
key.
Always look down
and behind before
and while backing up
to avoid a back-over
accident.
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Using
Referto the SLOPEGAUGEon page3 to helpdetep
mineslopeswhereyou mayoperatethe tractorsafely,
WARNING: Do not mow on
inclines with a s!ope in excess
of !5 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet}.
The tractor could overturn and
the Deck Lift Lever
Toraisethe cuttingdeck, movethe deck lift leverto the
left, thenplace it in the notch bestsuited for yourapplication, Referto SettingThe CuttingHeightearlierin this
section,
Mowing
WARNING: To help avoid blade
contact or a thrown object injury,
keep bystanders, hetpers, children
and pets at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation.
Stop machine if anyone enters the
area.
cause serious injury.
• Mow up and downslopes,NEVERacross,
• Exerciseextremecautionwhenchangingdirection
on slopes,
• Watchfor holes, ruts,bumps,rocks, or otherhidden
obiects,Uneventerraincouldoverturnthe machine,
Tall grasscan hide obstacles,
• Avoidturns whendrivingon a slope, If a turn must
be made,turn downthe slope,Turningup a slope
greatlyincreasesthechanceof a roll over,
WARNING
,
Do not mow on inclines
with a slope in excess
of 15 degrees (a rise
of approximately 2-1/2
feet every 10feet}, "[he
tractor could overturn
and cause serious
injury,
Thefollowinginformationwill be helpfulwhenusingthe
cuttingdeckwith yourtractor:
WARNING: Plan your mowing
pattern to avoid discharge of
materials toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and the like. Also,
avoid discharging material against
a walt or obstruction which may
cause discharged material to
ricochet back toward the operator.
Avoidstoppingwhendrivingup a slope, If it is
necessaryto stop whiledrivingup a slope, start up
smoothlyand carefullyto reducethe possiNlityof
flippingthetractoroverbackward,
Engaging
the Blades
Engagingthe PTO(Blade Engage)transferspowerto
thecutting deckor other(separatelyavailable)attach=
ments,To engagethe blades,proceedas follows:
1, Movethe throttlecontrolleverto the FAST(rabbit)
position,
Do not mowat high groundspeed,especiallyif a
mulchkit or grasscollectoris installed,
2, Graspthe PTO(BladeEngage)leverand pivotit all
the wayforwardinto theengaged(ON) position,
For bestresultsit is recommendedthat the firsttwo
lapsbe cut with the dischargethrowntowardsthe
center,After thefirst two laps, reversethe directionto
throwthe dischargeto the outsidefor the balanceof
cutting,This will givea betterappearanceto the lawn,
3, Keepthe throttleleverin the FAST(rabbit)position
for the mostefficientuseof the cuttingdeck or other
(separatelyavaUable)attachments
fi help avoid blade
ntact or a thrown
ject injury, keep
bystanders, helpers,
;hildren and pets at
east 75 feet from the
_achine while it is in
_peration, Sto p ma=
,'hine if anyone enters
the area,
,
Do notcut thegrass too short,Shortgrass invites
weedgrowthand yellowsquicklyin dryweather,
,
Mowingshouldalwaysbe done with theengineat full
throttle,
,
Underheavierconditionsit may be necessarytogo
backover thecut areaa secondtime to get a clean
cut,
iMPORTANT:Models with ReverseCaution Node:
Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if the PTOis
engagedwith the shift leverin positionfor reversetravel
with the ignitionkey in the NORMALMOWINGposition,
Models without ReverseCaution Node:
The PTO(BladeEngage)levermustbe in the disen=
gaged(OFF)position whenstartingthe engine,when
travelingin reverse,and if the operatorleavesthe seat,
Referto SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page 14,
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Mulching (If
Equipped)
Select
modelscome equipped
,with
a mu{chkit
,which
incorporatesspecialb{ades,alreadystandardon the
tractor,in a processof recirculatinggrass clippings
repeatedlybeneaththecutting deck,The ultra-fine
clippingsare thenforced backinto thelawnwherethey
act as a naturalfertilizer,
Observethe followingpointsfor the best resultswhen
mulching:
• Neverattemptto mulchif the lawnis damp,Wet grass
tendsto stick to the undersideof the cuttingdeck
preventingpropermulchingof the clippings,
Figure 13
• Do NOTattemptto mulch morethan 1/3the total
heightof thegrass or approximately1-1/2inches,
Doingso will causethe clippingsto clump up beneath
the deck and not be mulchedeffectively,
,
Maintaina slow groundspeedto allowthe grass
clippingsmoretime to effectivelybe mulched,
,
Alwayspositionthe throttlecontrol leverin the FAST
(rabbit)positionand allowit to remaintherewhile
mowing,Failingto keepthe engineat full throttle
placesstrain on the tractor'sengineand does not
allowthe bladesto properlymulchgrass,
NOTE:It is not necessaryto removethe dischargechute
to operatethe mowerwith the mulchkit installed,
Tooperatethe cuttingdeck withoutmulcNng,simply
removethe mulch plug by unthreadingthe plasticwing
nut whichfastensit to thecuttingdeck,This will allowthe
clippingsto dischargeout the side,See Figure13,
Headlights
• On some models,the lampsare ON wheneverthe
tractor'sengine is running,On other models,the
lampsare ON wheneverthe ignitionkeyis movedout
of the STOPposition,
,
On all models,the lampsturn OFFwhenthe ignition
key is movedto the STOPposition,
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tern to avoid discharge
of materials toward
roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.
Also,avoiddischarging
material against a wail
or obstruction which
may cause discharged
material to ricochet
back toward the
operator.
that it is parallelwith the tractor,
IrLaw
2, Measurethe distancefrom the front of the bladetip to
the groundand the rearof the bladetip to the ground,
Thefirst measurementtaken shouldbe between
1/4" and3/8" less thanthe second measurement,
Determinethe approximatedistancenecessaryfor
properadiustmentand proceed,if necessary,to the
next step,
!g
3, Locatetheiam nutand lock nut on the front sideof the
stabilizerbracket,See Figure14,After looseningthe
iam nut:
Tighten the lock nutto raisethe frontof the deck;
Loosenthe lock nut to lowerthe frontof the deck,
WARNING
4, Retightenthe iam nut loosenedearlier whenproper
adiustmentis achieved,
Figure 14
Side to Side
Never attempt to
make any adjust=
merits while the
If thecutting deckappearsto be mowingunevenly,a side
to sideadiustmentcan be performed,Adiustif necessary
as follows:
1, With thetractor parkedon a firm,levelsurface,place
the deck lift leverin the top notch(highestposition)
and rotate bothbladesso that they are perpendicular
with the tractor,
engine is running,
except where specified in the operator's
manual
2, Measurethe distancefrom the outsideof the left blade
tip to the groundand the distancefrom theoutsideof
the rightblade tipto the ground,Bothmeasurements
takenshouldbe equal If they'renot, proceedto the
next step,
_ever attempt to
_djuat the brakes
while the engine
is running. Nways
disengage PTO, move
shift lever into neutraJ
3, Loosen,butdo NOTremove,the hexcap screwon
the left deck hangerbracket,See Figure15,
position, atop engine
and remove key to
prevent unintended
starting.
4, Balancethe deck by usinga wrenchto turnthe
adiustmentgear (foundimmediatelybehindthe hex
capscrewiust loosened)clockwise/upor counterclockwise/down,Thedeck is properlybalancedwhen
both bladetip measurementstakenearlierare equal,
Figure 15
WARNING: Never attempt to
make any adjustments whiJe
the engine is running, except
where specified in the operator's
manual.
Leveling
5, Retightenthe hex capscrewon the left deck hanger
bracketwhenproperadiustmentis achieved,
Parking
the Deck
,_ll,
NOTE:Checkthe tractor'stire pressurebeforeperforming any deck levelingadiustments,Referto Tires on
page24 for informationregardingtire pressure,
Front To Rear
The front of the cuttingdeck is supportedbya stabilizer
bar that can adiustedto levelthe deck from front to rear,
The front of the deck shouldbe between1/4-inchand
3/8-inch lowerthanthe rear of thedeck, Adiustif
necessaryas follows:
Brake
Adjustment
just
the brakes
while
the engine
WARNING:
Never
attempt
to ad- is
running. Always disengage PTO,
move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine and remove key
to prevent unintended starting.
If thetractordoes notcome to a completestop whenthe
brakepedal iscompletelydepressed,or if thetractor's
rear wheelscanroll with the parkingbrakeapplied,the
2O
brakeis in need of adiustment,The brakedisc can be
foundon the rightsideof the transmissionin the rearof
the tractor,Adiustif necessaryas follows:
1, Lookingat thetransmissionfrom the rightside of the
tractor,locatethe compressionspringand brakedisc,
See Figure16,
2, Loosen,but do NOTremove,the hex nutfoundon the
rightsideof the brakeassembly,See Figure16,
3, Usinga feelergauge,set the gap betweenthebrake
disc and the brakepuck at ,011",
4, Re=tightenthe hexnut loosenedearlier,
Seat Adjustment
_lj
Standard
machine, make sure the seat is
ARNING: Before operating this
engaged in the seat stop, stand
behind the machine and pull back
on seat until fully engaged into
stop.
Set gap
.011
Hex Nut
Figure 16
f
machine, make sure
Seat
the seat is engaged in ,I
the seat stop, stand
}
Toadiust the positionof the seat,loosenthe two hex
screwson the bottomof the seat,Slide the seatforward
or backwardas desired,Retightenthe two screws,See
Figure17,
behind the machine
;
and pull back on seat }
until fully engaged into i
stop.
Knob Adjustment Seat (if so equipped)
Toadiust the positionof the seaton modelsso equipped,
loosenthe two knobs on the bottomof the seat, See
Figure18, Slidethe seat forwardor backwardas desired,
Retightenthe two knobs,
Quick Adjust Seat (mrso equipped)
Toadiust the positionof the seaton modelsequipped
with a seat adiustmentlever,movetheseat adiustment
lever(locatedunder theseat) to the left and slidethe seat
forwardor rearward,See Figure19,Makesureseat is
locked intopositionbeforeoperatingthe tractor,
zJ-•'••
."
Figure 17
ZY
Figure 19
Figure 18
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Performthe abovestepsin theoppositeorderafter oil has
finisheddraining,
5, Refillthe enginewith newmotoroil as instructedin the
EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwith your unit,
IMPORTANT:Referto the EngineOperator/Owner
Manualpackedwith yourunit for informationregardingthe
quantityand properweightof motoroil
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Tractor
Air Cleaner
Servicethe pre=cleaner,if so equipped,and cartridge/air
cleanerelementas instructedin the EngineOperator/
OwnerManualpackedwith your unit,
Spark PJug(s)
Thespark plug(s)shouldbe cleanedand the gap reset
oncea season,Sparkplug replacementis recommended
at the startof each mowingseason,Referto the Engine
OperatodOwnerManualfor correctplug type and gap
specifications,
WARNING: Before performing
any maintenance or repairs,
disengage PTO, move shift Jever
into neutral position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove
key to prevent unintended
starting.
Lubrication
WARNING: Before lubricating,
repairing, or inspecting, atways
disengage PTO, move shift lever
into neutrat position, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove
key to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the Engine OperatodOwner Manualfor
engine maintenance instructions.
Checkengine oil level beforeeachuseas instructed
in the EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwith your
unit, Follow the instructionscarefully.
Changing
Engine
Lubricatethe enginewith motoroil as instructedin the
EngineOwnerManualpackedwith your unit,
Engine Oil
Pivot Points & Linkage
Lubricateall the pivotpointson the drivesystem,parking
brakeand lift linkageat least oncea seasonwith lightoil
NOTE:Dependingon the engine modelfoundon your
tractor,it may be necessaryto removethe tractor'sside
panel in order to replacethe oil filter (if so equipped),
Rear WheeJe
The rearwheelsshouldbe removedfrom the axles once
a season,Lubricatethe axles and the rimswell with an
Fordrainingoil fromthe engine'scrankcaseof select
modeltractors,a plasticoil drain sleeveis packedwith
this Operator'sManual Todrain the oil, proceedas
follows:
1, Unscrewthe oil fill capand removethe dipstickfrom
the oil fill tube,
all=purposegreasebeforere=installingthem,
Front A×lee
Eachend of the tractor'sfront pivot bar may be equipped
with a greasefitting, Lubricatewith a greasegun after
every25 hoursof tractoroperation,
2, Snapthe small end of oil drain sleeveontothe oil
sump,See Figure20,
C_eaning
3, Removedrain plugand drain oil intoa suitable
containerwith a capacityof no lessthan 64 oz,
4, Servicethe oil filter (if soequipped)as instructedin
the separateEngineOperator/OwnerManualpacked
with yourunit,
the Engine And Deck
Anyfuel or oil spilledon the machineshouldbe wiped
off promptly,DoNOT allowdebristo accumulatearound
the coolingfins of the engine or on anyotherpart of the
machine,
IMPORTANT:The useof a pressurewasherto cleanyour
tractoris NOT recommended,It maycause damageto
electricalcomponents,spindles,pulleys,bearingsor the
engine,
22
Deck Wash System TM
A hexplug can be foundon yourtractor'sdeck surface,
See Figure21,
This plug can be replacedwith a water port to be used as
partof a separateIy_availabIe
deck washsystem,
Use the DeckWash SystemTM to rinsegrasscIippbgs
from thedeck'sundersideand preventthe buildupof
corrosivechemicals,
NOTE:Referto page 28 for informationregardingthis
and otherseparately-available
attachments& accessorbs for yourtractor,
Cutting
Deck Remova_
NOTE:Modelsequippedwith a 38-inchdeck haveone
deck idler pulley,Modelsequippedwith a 42-bch deck
havetwo deck idler pulleys,
Figure 21
Toremovethe cuttingdeck, proceedas follows:
1, Placethe PTO(BladeEngage)leverin the disem
gaged (OFF)positionand engagethe parkingbrake,
/
NOTE: Models
2, Lowerthe deck by movingthedeck lift bver into the
bottomnotchon the rightfender,
equippedwith a 38°inch
deck have one deck
3, Removethe beltfrom aroundthe tractor'sengine
pulleyand idler pulby(s), Refer toChangingthe Deck
Belton page 26 for detailedinstructions,
idler pulley, Models
equippedwith a 42-inch
deck have two deck
4, Lookingat the cuttingdeck fromthe left sideof the
tractor,locatethe hair pin clip that securesthe deck
supportrod on the rear left sideof thedeck, See
Figure22,
idler pulleys.
5, Removethe hair pin clipthat securesthedeck
supportrod, and carefullyremovethe deck support
from thedeck lift arm,
6, Repeatthe abovestepson the tractor'srightside,
i
7, Movethe deck lift bver intothe top notchon the right
fenderto raisethedeck lift arms up and out of the
way,
Figure 22
8, Carefullyremovethe PTOcabb from the rearof
the cuttingdeck by removingthe hair pin clipwhich
securesit, Removethe springfrom the deck idler
bracket,See Figure23,
9, Gentlyslidethe cuttingdeck towardthefront of the
tractorallowingthe hookson the deck to rebase
themselvesfrom thedeck stabilizerrod,
10,Gentlyslidethe cuttingdeck (from the rightside)out
from underneaththetractor,
......
Figure 23
23
Tires
Jump Starting
WARNING: Never exceed the
WARNING: When removing or
installing the battery, follow
these instructions to prevent the
screwdriver from shorting against
the frame.
maximum inflation pressure
shown on the sidewall of tire.
The recommendedoperatingtire pressureis:
Approximately10 psifor the rear tires
,
IMPORTANT:Neveriumpyourtractor'sdead batterywith
the batteryof a runningvehicle,
Approximately14psi for the fronttires
IMPORTANT:Referto the tire sidewallforexacttire
manufacturer'srecommendedor maximumpsi, Do not
overinflate,Uneventire pressurecouldcausethe cutting
deck to mow unevenly,
Battery
1, Connectend of one iumpercableto the positive
terminalof thegood battery',thenthe otherend to the
positiveterminalof the dead battery,
2, Connectthe otheriumpercableto the negative
terminalof thegood battery,thento the frame of the
unit with the dead battery.
Thebatteryis sealedand is maintenance-free,
Acid
levelscannotbe checked,
, Alwayskeepthe batterycablesand terminalsclean
and freeof corrosivebuild-up,
,
Never exceed the
maximum inflation
)ressure shown on the
sidewall of the tire.
Batteries give off an
_xpiosive gas while
:harging. Charge battery in a well ventiJated
area and keep away
Froman open flame
or pilot light as on a
_ater heater, space
heater, furnace, clothes
dryer or other gas
appliances.
WARNING: Failure to use this
procedure could cause sparking,
and the gas in either battery could
explode.
After cleaningthe batteryand terminals,apply a light
coat of petroleumielly or greaseto bothterminals,
• Alwayskeepthe rubberboot positionedoverthe
positiveterminalto preventshorting,
IMPORTANT:If removingthe batteryforany reason,
disconnectthe NEGATIVE(Black)wire from it's terminal
first, followedbythe POSITIVE(Red)wire,When
re-installingthe battery,alwaysconnectthe POSITIVE
(Red)wire its terminalfirst, followedbythe NEGATIVE
(Black)wire, Be certainthat thewires are connectedto
thecorrectterminals;reversingthemcould changethe
polarityand result in damageto your engine'salternating system,
Battery Failures
Somecommoncausesfor batteryfailureare:
, incorrectinitialactivation • undercharging
, overcharging
• corrodedconnections
, freezing
Charging
If thetractor hasnot beenput into usefor an extended
periodof time,chargethe batterywith an automotivetype 12-voltchargerfor a minimumof one hour at six
amps.
Thesefailures are NOT covered by your tractor's
warranty.
Fuse
One 20 AMPfuse is installedin yourtractor'swiringhaF
hess to protectthe tractor'selecNcal systemfrom damage
causedby excessiveamperage,
If the electricalsystemdoes notfunction,or your tractor's
enginewill not crank,first checkto be certain that the fuse
has notblown,It can be foundunderthe hoodmounted
WARNING: Batteries give off an
explosive gas while charging.
Charge battery in a well venti°
lated 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.
Always use a fuse with
the same amperage
capacity for replacemeat.
Cleaning
Cleanthe batteryby removingit fromthe tractorand
washingwith a bakingsodaand watersolution,If necessary,scrapethe batteryterminalswith a wire brushto
removedeposits,Coatterminalsand exposedwiringwith
greaseor petroleumielly to preventcorrosion,
behindthe dashpanelon the rightside,
WARNING: Always use a fuse with
the same amperage capacity for
replacement.
y
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Cutting Blades
WARNING:
Besuretoshut
the engineoff, removeignition
key, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended
starting before removing the cutting Made(s) for sharpening or
replacement. Protect your hands
by using heavy gloves or a rag to
grasp the cutting Made.
rig
WARNING: Periodically inspect
the Made spindles for cracks or
damage, especially if you strike a
foreign object. Replace immediately if damaged.
Figure 24
Thebladesmay be removedas follows,
1, Removethe deck from beneaththe tractor,(referto
CuttingDeckRemovalon page23) thengently flip
the deck overto exposeits underside,
engine
off,remove
2, Placea blockof wood betweenthe centerdeck housing baffle and the cuttingbladeto act asa stabilizer,
See Figure24,
wire(s)
Be sure to shut the
ignition key, discon_
nect the spark Plug
3, Use a 15/16"wrenchto removethe hexflangenut
that securesthe bladeto thespindleassembly,See
Figure24,
4, Toproperlysharpenthe cutting blades,removeequal
amountsof metalfrom bothends of the bladesalong
the cuttingedges, parallelto the trailingedge,at a
25° to 30° angle,
1-5/8 inch
.J
Figure 25
IMPORTANT:If the cuttingedgeof the blade hasalready
been sharpenedto within 1 5/8" fromthe edge,or if any
metalseparationis present,replacethe bladeswith new
ones, See Figure25,
It is importantthat eachcuttingblade edge be ground
equallyto maintainproper bladebalance,
A poorlybalancedbladewill causeexcessive
vibrationand maycausedamageto thetractorand
result in personaliniury,The bladecan be testedby
balancingit on a roundshaftscrewdriver,Grind metal
from the heavysideuntil it balancesevenly,
25
and ground
against the engine to
prevent unintended
When replacingthe blade,be sure to installthe blade
with theside of the blade marked"Bottom" (or with
a part numberstampedin it) facing the groundwhen
the mower is in the operatingposition,
IMPORTANT:Use a torquewrenchto tightenthe blade
spindlehex flangenutto between70 foot-poundsand 90
foot-pounds,
,
3/8"
Tochangeor replacethedeck beltand PTObelt on your
tractor,proceedas follows:
uareH01_'_
1, Lowerthe deck by movingthedeck lift leverinto the
bottomnotchon the rightfender,
2, Removethe beltguardsby removingthe selfqapping
screwsthat fastenthem to the deck,
3, Removethe beltkeeperrod fromaroundthe engine
pulley,
Your Lawn
4, insert a 3/8"-driveratchetwrench(setto loosen)into
the squarehole foundin the idler bracketon the left
sideof the deck'ssurface,See Figure26,
5, Graspthe ratchet'shandleand pivot it towardthe front
of the tractorto relievetensionon the belt,
6, With belttension relieved,carefully remove the belt
from around the left-hand spindle pulley.
Figure 26
Changing
IMPORTANT:Carefullyallowthe ratchetto pivotrearward
beforeremovingit from the squarehole,
the Deck Be_t & PTO BeNt
WARNING: Be sure to shut
WARNING
WARNING: Avoid the possibility
of a pinching injury. Do not place
your fingers on the idler spring
or between the belt and a pulley
while removing the belt.
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(s).
Be sure to shut the
engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect
the spark pJugwire(s)
and ground against
the engine to prevent
unintended starting
before removingthe
beJt(s).
7, Removethe deck belt fromaroundall pulleys,including
the deck idler pulley,
All belts on yourtractorare subiectto wearand should
be replacedif anysigns of wearare present,
Avoid the possibility of
a pinching injury. Do
not place your fingers
an the idler spring or
be_een the belt and a
pulley while removing
the beJt.
8, Routethe newbelts as shownin and Figure27 and 28,
9, Remountthe beltguardsremovedearlier,
IMPORTANT:The V-beltsfoundon yourtractorare
speciallydesignedto engageand disengagesafely,A
substitute(nomOEM)V_beltcan be dangerousby not
disengagingcompletely,Fora properworkingmachine,
usefactory approvedbelts,
Changing
Be_ts
the Transmission
Drive
NOTE:Severalcomponentsmust be removedand
specialtools (Le,air/impactwrench) in order to change
the tractor'sdrKfebelts, Seean authorizedMTDService
Dealerto haveyour drivebelts replacedor phone
CustomerSupportas instructedon page 2 for information
on orderinga ServiceManual
J
26
42-Inch Deck
EnginePu_
IdlerBracket
DeckIdlerPulleys
,J
Figure 26
38-Inch Deck
Engine Pu,lley
Idler Bracket
\
\
Deck Idler Pulleys
,J
Figure 27
27
;
of this manualbeforestoringfor an extendedperiod,
Manualfor properenginecare prior to storingyourtractor,
WARNING: Never store the
machine or fuel container indoors
WARNING: Drain fueJ only into
an approved container outdoors,
away from an open flame. Allow
engine to coot. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
other sources of ignition prior to
draining fuel.
Attachments
where there is an open flame,
spark or pilot tight such as on
water heater, furnace, clothes
dryer or other gas appliance.
& Accessories
The followingattachmentsand accessoriesare compatiblefor ModelSeries700 LawnTractors,See the retailer
fromwhich you purchasedyour tractor,an authorizedMTDServiceDealeror phone(800) 800-7310for information
regardingpriceand availability,
NOTE:ModelSeries700 LawnTractorsare NOTdesignedfor usewith any type of ground-engagingattachments
(e,g,tiller or plow),Use of this type of equipmentWiLL voidthe tractor'swarranty,
MODEL
WARNING
Drain fuel only into an
approved container
outdoors, away from
an open flame. Allow engine to coon.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes, and
other sources of igni=
tion prior to draining
fuel.
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DESCfllPTION
0EM-190-032
42-inchTwo-stageSnowThrower
0EM-190-116
38/42-inchDeckMulch Kit
OEMq90-180
0EN-190-183
Twin BaggerGrass Collector(for38/42-inchDecks)
Deckwheel Kit
0EM-190-218
RearWheelWeightKit
0EM-190-607"
DeluxeTractorSunshade
OEMq90-658
Tire Chains,20 x 8 Tires
0EM-190-672
Grille Guard (mountson front oftractor)
0EM-190-833
42-inchFrontDozerBlade
490-900-0025
DeckWash Kit
Not compatiblewith tractorsequippedwith a GrassCollector
Never store the machine or fuel container
indoors where there is
an open flame, spark
or pilot light such
as on water heater,
furnace, clothes dryer
or other gas appliance.
28
_andinstructions
29
Problem
Cause
Remedy
1. PlacePTOknob (or lever)in
Engine runs erratic
For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments listed here,
contact an authorized
service dealer.
1, Unit runningwith CHOKEapplied,
2, Sparkplug wire(s) loose,
3, Blockedfuel lineor stab fuel
1, PushCHOKEcontrol(if so
equipped)in, or movethe throttle
controlout of the CHOKEposition,
2, Connectand tightenspark
plugwire(s),
3, Cban fuel line;fill tank with clean,
fresh (less than30 daysold)
gasoline,Replacefuel filter,if so
equipped,
4, Ventin gas cap plugged,
4, Char vent or replaceif damaged,
5, Wateror dirt in fuel system,
5, Drainfuel tank, Refillwith
fresh fuel
6, Dirty air cbaner,
6, Replaceair cleanercartridge/eb=
mentor cleanpre=cleaner,if so
equipped,
3O
Problem
Cause
.
Remedy
2, Air flow restrbted,'
2, CLeangrassclippingsand debris
,
•
Enginehesitates at
high RPM
,
•
1, Sparkplug(s)gap tooclose,
1, Removespark plug(s)and reset
thegap,
'
Excessive
aroundthe engine:scoe!!ng
fins and bbwer housing.
.....
equipped,
........
.....
1, Cuttingblade looseor unbalanced,
1, Tightenbladeand spindle,Balanc(
blade,
2, Damagedor bentcutting blade,
2, Replaceblade,
Vibration
For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments listed here,
contact an authorized
service dealer,
Uneven cut
1, Decknot balancedproperly,
2, Dullblade,
1, Performside-to-sidedeck adiustment,
3, Uneventire pressure,
2, Sharpenor replaceblade,
3, Checktire pressurein all fourtires,
31
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32
33
Use this page to make
notesandwritedown
importantinformation.
34
CAUFORNJA EMiSSiON CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardand MTDConsumerGroupInc are pleasedto explainthe evaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyon your2006 lawn
mower.In California,new lawnmowermust be designed,built andequippedto meet the State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTD ConsumerGroupInc must
warrantthe EECSon your lawnmowerfor the periodof time listedbelow providedthere has beenno abuse,neglector impropermaintenanceof your lawnmower.
YourEECSmay includeparts such as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fuel tanks,fuel lines,fuel caps, valves,
canisters,filters,vapor hoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents.
Where a warrantaMe condition exists, MTDConsumer Group _newill repair your Hawnmower at no cost to you ineHudingdiagnosis, parts and Habor.
MANUFACTURER'S
WARRANTY
COVERAGE:
This evaporativeemissioncontrol systemis warrantedfor twoyears. If anyevaporativeemission-relatedpart onyour equipmentis defective,the partwill be
repairedor replacedby MTDConsumerGroupInc.
OWNER'S WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Asthe lawn mowerowner,you are responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelistedin yourowner'smanual. MTDConsumerGroup Inc recommendsthat you retain all receiptscoveringmaintenanceon your lawnmower,but MTDConsumerGroup Inccannot denywarrantysolelyfor the lackof receipts.
Asthe lawn mowerowner,you shouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDConsumerGroupInc maydenyyou warrantycoverageif yourlawn moweror a part has failed
dueto abuse,neglect, or impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.
Youare responsiblefor presentingyourlawn mowerto MTDConsumerGroupInc's distributioncenteror servicecenteras soonas the problemexists.The
warrantyrepairsshouldbe completedin a reasonableamountof time, not to exceed30 days. If you havea questionregardingyour warrantycoverage,you should
contactthe MTDConsumerGroupIncService Departmentat 1-800-800-7310.
GENERAL
EMISSIONS WARRANTY
COVERAGE:
MTDConsumerGrouphc warrantsto the ultimatepurchaserandeachsubsequentpurchaserthat the lawnmower is: Designed,built and equippedso as to
conformwithall applicable regulations;and freefrom defectsin materialsand workmanshipthatcausethe failure of a warrantedpart to be identicalin all material
respectsto that part as describedin MTDConsumerGroupInc's applicationfor certification.
Thewarranty periodbeginson the datethe lawnmoweris deliveredto an ultimatepurchaseror first placedinto service.Thewarranty periodis twoyears.
Subjectto certain conditionsand exclusionsas statedbelow,the warrantyon emission-relatedparts is as follows:
1. Anywarrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenanceinthe writteninstructionssupplied, is warrantedfor the warranty period
statedabove. If the part fails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,the partwill be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumerGroupInc accordingto subsection
(4) below. Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the period.
2. Anywarrantedpart that is scheduledonly for regular inspectioninthe writteninstructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the warranty periodstated above.Any such
part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainingwarrantyperiod.
3. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenanceinthe written instructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the periodof time beforethe
first scheduledreplacementdatefor that part. If the part failsbeforethe first scheduledreplacement,the partwill be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumer
GroupInc accordingto subsection(4) below. Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the periodpriorto 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 distributioncentersthat arefranchisedto servicethe subject
enginesor equipment.
6. The lawnmowerowner will not be chargedfor diagnosticlaborthat is directlyassociatedwithdiagnosisof a defective,emission-relatedwarrantedpart,
providedthat such diagnosticwork is performedat a warrantystation.
7. MTDConsumerGroupInc is liablefor damagesto other engineor equipmentcomponentsproximatelycaused bya failure underwarrantyof any warranted
part.
8. Throughoutthe lawnmowerwarrantyperiodstated above,MTDConsumerGroupIncwill maintaina supplyof warrantedparts sufficientto meetthe expected
demandfor 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-onor modifiedparts by the
ultimatepurchaserwill be groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims. MTDConsumerGroup Incwill not be liableto warrantfailures of warrantedparts caused
bythe use of a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart.
WARRANTED
PARTS:
The repairor replacementof any warrantedpartotherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemay be excludedfrom such warrantycoverageif MTDConsumerGroup
Inc demonstratesthat the lawn mowerhas been abused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,andthat such abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenancewasthe
directcauseof the need for repairor replacementof the part.That notwithstanding,any adjustmentof a componentthat has a factory installed,and properly
operating,adjustmentlimiting device is still eligiblefor warrantycoverage.The following emissionwarrantyparts list are covered:FuelLine,Fuel Line Clamps
m
MANUFACTURER'S
LiMiTED WARRANTY
Thefimitedwarrantyset forth belowis givenby MTDLLCwith respect
to new merchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its
possessionsand territories.
"MTD"warrantsthis productagainstdefectsin materialand workman=
shipfor a periodof two (2) yearscommencingon thedate of original
purchaseand will, at its option,repairor replace,free of charge,any
partfound to be defectivein materialsor workmanship.This limitedwar=
ranty shallonlyapply if this producthas beenoperatedand maintained
in accordancewith theOperator'sManualfurnishedwith the product,
and has notbeen subiectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,
accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire, water,
or damagebecauseof otherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresulting
from the installationor useof any part, accessoryor attachmentnot
approvedby MTDfor use with the product(s)coveredbythis manual
will voidyourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage.
Normalwearpartsare warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand
workmanshipfor a period of thirty (30) days fromthe date of purchase.
Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batter=
ies, belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags, riderdeck wheels,seats,
snowthrowerskid shoes,shaveplates,auger spiralrubberand tires.
NOW TO OBTAmNSERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH
PROOF OF PURCHASE,through your !ocal authorized service
dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages,
or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 441360019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our
Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoveragein the followingcases:
a. Theengineor componentpartsthereof.These itemsmaycarry a
separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's
warrantyfor termsand conditions.
b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone year
warranty.
c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade
sharpening,tune=ups,brakeadiustments,clutchadjustments,deck
adiustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish due to
useor exposure.
FOR
e. MTDdoesnot extendanywarrantyfor productssold or exported
outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsandterritories,except
thosesold throughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof export distribution.
f. Replacementparts that are not genuineMTDparts.
g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
No impliedwarranty, includingany impliedwarranty of mero
chantability 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.During the 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. MTDshall 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.
Somestatesdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor
consequentialdamages,or limitationson how longan impliedwarranty
lasts,so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmaynotapply to you.
In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the
purchasepriceof the productsold. Alteration of safety features of
the product shall void this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability
for loss,damage,or injuryto you and yourpropertyand/orto othersand
theirpropertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto usethe product.
This limitedwarrantyshallnot extendto anyoneotherthan the original
purchaseror to the personfor whomit was purchasedas a gift.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THISWARRANTY: This limited
warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and youmay also haveother
rightswhich vary from stateto state,
IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginal Proofof Purchaseto obtain
warrantycoverage,
d. Servicecompletedbysomeoneotherthanan authorizedservice
dealer.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019;
Phone: 1-800-800-7310,
1-330-220-4683
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