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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor mModel Series 790

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

PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-03482A

(March5, 2007)

ToTheOwner 1

ThankYou

Thank you for purchasing a lawn tractor manufactured by

MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent

performance when properly operated and maintained.

Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.

It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and

maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other

persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the

recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could

result in personal injury or property damage.

All information in this manual is relative to the most recent

product information available at the time of printing. Review

this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,

its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator's

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.

This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor

Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing

laboratory. If you have any problems or questions concerning

the machine, phone your local authorized MTD service dealer

or contact us directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone

numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on

this page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all

times.

Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the

machine are observed from the operating position

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related

issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications,

warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's

Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your

machine, for more information.

Table of Contents

Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Assembly &Set-Up .................................................. 8

Controls & Features ................................................ 12

Operation ................................................................ 13

Maintenance &Adjustment. ................................. 19

Service .................................................................... 23

Troubleshooting .................................................... 28

Replacement Parts ................................................ 29

Attachments & Accessories .................................. 30

CA. Emission Control Statement ........................... 31

Warranty ................................................................ 32

RecordProduct information

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please

locate the model plate on the equipment 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

be necessary, should you seek technical support via our web

site, Customer Support Department, or with a local authorized

service dealer.

MODEL NUMBER

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CustomerSupport

Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Cu;tomer Support Department.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of

this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

0 Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com

0 Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683

0 Write us at MTD LLC • RO. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

ImportantSafeOperationPractices 2

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, 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. Failure to comply

with these instructions may result in personal injury.

When you see this symbol. 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 harm.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead

compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive

harm. Wash hands after handling

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in

this manual. 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. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

GeneralOperation

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for

future and regular reference and for ordering replacement

parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.

Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this

machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand

the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual

and on the machine and should be trained and supervised

by an adult.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper

instruction.

5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,

keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet

from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be

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

foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by

the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious personal

injury.

7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material

toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also,

avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction

which may cause discharged material to ricochet back

toward the operator.

8. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during

operation and while performing an adjustment or repair

to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can

cause serious injury to the eyes.

9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting

slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be

caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in

bare feet or sandals.

10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction

and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower

without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its

proper place.

11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the

cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate

hands and feet.

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24.

12. Amissingordamageddischargecovercancauseblade

contactorthrownobjectinjuries.

13. Stoptheblade(s)whencrossinggraveldrives,walks,or

roadsandwhilenotcuttinggrass.

14. Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossing

roadways.Thismachineisnotintendedforuseonany

publicroadway.

15. Donotoperatethemachinewhileundertheinfluenceof

alcoholordrugs.

16. Mowonlyindaylightorgoodartificiallight.

17. Nevercarrypassengers.

18. Disengageblade(s)beforeshiftingintoreverse.Backup

slowly.Alwayslookdownandbehindbeforeandwhile

backingtoavoidaback-overaccident.

19. Slowdownbeforeturning.Operatethemachinesmoothly.

Avoiderraticoperationandexcessivespeed.

20. Disengageblade(s),setparkingbrake,stopengineand

waituntiltheblade(s)cometoacompletestopbefore

removinggrasscatcher,emptyinggrass,uncloggingchute,

removinganygrassordebris,ormakinganyadjustments.

21. Neverleavearunningmachineunattended.Alwaysturn

offblade(s),placetransmissioninneutral,setparking

brake,stopengineandremovekeybeforedismounting.

22. Useextracarewhenloadingorunloadingthemachineinto

atrailerortruck.Thismachineshouldnotbedrivenupor

downramp(s),becausethemachinecouldtipover,causing

seriouspersonalinjury.Themachinemustbepushed

manuallyonramp(s)toloadorunloadproperly.

Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancauseaburn.Do

nottouch.

25.

26.

Checkoverheadclearancescarefullybeforedrivingunder

lowhangingtreebranches,wires,dooropeningsetc.,

wheretheoperatormaybestruckorpulledfromthe

machine,whichcouldresultinseriousinjury.

Disengageallattachmentclutches,depressthebrake

pedalcompletelyandshiftintoneutralbeforeattempting

tostartengine.

Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of

a height no more than 10". Do not attempt to mow through

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

Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/or

build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire

hazard.

27. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this

machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand

and follow all instructions provided with the approved

accessory or attachment.

28. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are

involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability

to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect

themselves and others from serious injury.

29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use

care and good judgment. Contact your customer service

representative for assistance.

SlopeOperation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over

accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you

feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this

manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on

a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as

shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this machine on that

area or serious injury could result.

Do:

1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden

objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so

that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes

are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear

when going down slopes to take advantage of engine

braking action.

4. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do

not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid

engagement or braking could cause the front of the

machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could

cause serious injury.

7. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down

the slope.

Do Not:

1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

2. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge

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

3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on

the ground.

4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over-speeding

may cause the operator to lose control of the machine

resulting in serious injury or death.

7. 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 to

push the tractor and may cause you to loose control (e.g.

tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are

reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to

overturn).

4 I SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

Children

Tragic accidents ca n occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand

the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in

watchful care of a responsible adult other than the

operator.

b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the

area.

c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for

small children.

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

They may fall offand be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,

doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may

blockyour vision of a child who may run into the

path of the machine.

f. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage

the cutting blade(s) before shifting into Reverse.

If equipped, the "Reverse Caution Mode" should

not be used when children or others are around.

g. Keep children away from hot or running engines.

They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.

h. Remove key when machine is unattended to

prevent unauthorized operation.

Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this

machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand

the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual

and on the machine and should be trained and supervised

by an adult.

Towing

1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for

towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight

limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

3. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause

loss of traction and loss of control.

5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

Service

SafeHandling of 6as01ine:

1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme

care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely

flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious

personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on

yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin

and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.

b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer bed with a plastic linen Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle

before filling.

c. 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 on

a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a

gasoline dispenser nozzle.

d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel

tank or container opening at all times until fueling is

complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

f. Never fuel machine indoors.

g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine

is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two

minutes before refueling.

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

inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for

fuel expansion.

i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

j. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and

equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5

minutes before starting the engine.

k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass,

leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel

spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.

I. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light

as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes

dryer or other gas appliances.

m. Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before

storing.

GeneralService

1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,

and deadly gas.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the

blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the

spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent

unintended starting.

3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to

complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after

operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades

do not stop within the this time frame, your machine

should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD

Service Dealer.

4_ Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear

during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.

SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES S

5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent

intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s)

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

may lead to improper performance and compromise

safety!"

6. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,

and useextra caution when servicing them.

7. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safeworking condition.

8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other

safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

9. After striking 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 starting and operating.

10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the

machine while the engine is running.

11. Grasscatcher components and the discharge cover are

subject to wear and damage which could expose moving

parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,

frequently check components and replace immediately

with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.)parts only,

listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the

original equipment specifications may lead to improper

performance and compromise safety!"

12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed

the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe

operating speed of the engine.

13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas,oil,

etc. to protect the environment.

Donot modifyengine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any

way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway

engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

with factory setting of engine governor.

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 on regular unleaded gasoline, and

may include the following emission control systems: Engine

Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air

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

SparkArrestor

_ARNING: This machine is equipped with an

internal combustion engine and should not be used

on or near any unimproved forest-covered,

brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any).

Ira spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator. In the State of California the

above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public

Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws

apply on federal lands.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service

department, RO. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

AverageUsefulLife

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission

(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),

this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 270

hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy

a new machine or 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, injuries or death.

WARNING: Your Responsibility--Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS!

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WARNING: Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees

(a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. Operate riding

mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.

Assembly&Set-Up 3

TractorSet-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 product

specifications, designs and equipment without notice and

without incurring obligation.

Attaching the Battery Cables

NOTE: Some models are shipped with the battery cables already

connected.

Shipping BraceRemoval

_ARNING! Make sure the riding mower's engine is

off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking

• brake before removing the shipping brace. Refer to

the Controls and Features section for instructions on

how to set the parking brake.

Locate the shipping brace, if present, and accompanying

warning tag found on the right side of the mower, between

the discharge chute and the cutting deck. See Fig. 3-2.

Figure 3-1

NOTE:The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The

negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (-).

The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured to the

positive battery terminal (+) with a hex bolt and hex nut at

the factory. Make certain that the rubber boot covers the

terminal to help protect it from corrosion.

Remove the hex bolt and hex nut from the negative cable.

Remove the black plastic cover, if present, from the

negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable

(heavy black wire) to the negative battery terminal (-) with

the bolt and nut.

NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown

on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the

Service section of this manual prior to operating the tractor.

Figure 3-2

Place the deck lift lever in the highest cutting position.

Refer to Setting the Cutting Height in the Operation

section of this manual.

While pushing the discharge chute towards the machine

with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your

right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index

finger and rotating it clockwise.

_ARNING! The shipping brace, used for packaging

purposes only, must be removed and discarded

before operating your riding mower.

WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of

throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding

mower without the discharge cover in the proper

operating position could result in serious personal

injury and/or property damage.

Attaching The Steering Wheel

If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come attached, the

hardware for attaching it has been packed within the steering

wheel, beneath the steering wheel cap. Carefully pry offthe

steering wheel cap and remove the hardware.

I. With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward,

place the steering wheel over the steering shaft.

2. Place the washer (with the cupped side down) over the

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

Figure 3-3

3. Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering

wheel and push downward until it "clicks" into place.

Attaching the 1-100dScoop (If so equipped)

If the hood scoop was not secured to the hood of your tractor

at the factory, you will find it in a plastic bag, hanging from the

throttle lever.

To install:

1. Carefully pivot the tractor hood forward.

2. Remove the four screws from the underside of the hood

scoop.

3. Line up the four holes in the hood scoop with the four

holes visible through the tractor's hood Iouvres. See Fig.

3-4.

4. While holding the scoop in place, use a 3/8" socket wrench

(or box wrench) to carefully tighten the scoop onto the

hood. Do NOT overtighten.

Attaching The Seat

Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different

styles available:

Standard Adjustment

Quick Adjustment

Knob Adjustment

If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, refer

to Fig. 3-5, Fig. 3-6, and Fig. 3-7 to identify your tractor's seat

style and follow the applicable instructions below to attach it.

NOTE: For shipping reasons, seats are either fastened to the

tractor seat's pivot bracket with a plastic tie, or mounted

backward to the pivot bracket. In either case, free the seat

from its shipping position and remove the two hex screws (or

knobs, on models so equipped) from the bottom of seat before

proceeding with applicable instructions below.

StandardAdjustment Seat

I. Position the shoulder screws (found on the base of the seat)

inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket. Fig. 3-5.

2. Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket,

lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the

remaining two holes in the seat's base.

3. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with the

two hex screws removed earlier. See Fig. 3-5.

Figure 3-4 Figure 3-5

SECTION2 -- ASSEMBLY& SET-UP 9

4. To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two hex

screws on the bottom of the seat. Slide the seat forward or

backward as desired. Retighten the two screws.

KnobAdjustment Seat

I. Position the shoulder screws (found on the base of the seat)

inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket.

See Fig. 3-6.

2. Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket,

lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the

remaining two holes in the seat's base.

3. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with the

two knobs removed earlier. See Fig. 3-6.

4. To adjust the position of the seat on models so equipped,

loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat. Slide the

seat forward or backward as desired. Retighten the two

knobs.

Figure 3-6

QuickAdjustment Seat

NOTE: If your seat was shipped mounted backwards on the seat

pivot bracket, pull out the tab found on the seat stop and hold it

open while sliding the seat offthe seat pivot bracket. See Fig. 3-6.

I. Line up the plastic seat spacers with the slots in seat pivot

bracket.

2. Slide seat in until front seat spacer engages the seat stop.

See Fig. 3-7.

Figure 3-7

WARNING! Before operating this machine, make

sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop, stand

behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully

engaged into stop.

To adjust the position of the seat on models equipped with

a seat adjustment lever, move the seat adjustment lever

(located under the seat) to the left and slide the seat forward

or rearward. See Fig. 3-8. Make sure seat is locked into

position before operating the tractor.

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Figure 3-8

SECTION2-- ASSEMBLY&SET-UP

Mulch Plug (ifequipped)

On tractor models so equipped, a mulch plug can be found

within the cutting deck's discharge opening.

NOTE: Refer to Mulching in the "Operation" section of this

manual for more detailed information.

If you'd prefer to operate the cutting deck without mulching,

simply remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic

wing nut which fastens it to the cutting deck. This will allow

the clippings to discharge out of the discharge opening during

operation. See Fig. 3-9.

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IMPORTANT:Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the

engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before

operating. Becareful not to overfill.

Setting the DeckGaugeWheels(ifso equipped)

Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably

pavement, and proceed as follows

1. Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing

the deck lift lever in the normally desired mowing height

setting (any of the six different cutting height notches on the

righ t fender).

2. Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance

with the surface below. The deck gauge wheels should

have between 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch clearance above the

ground as follows:

If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the

surface, adjust as follows:

a. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting.

b. Remove the gauge wheels by removing the lock

nuts and shoulder screws which secure them to the

deck. See Fig. 3-10.

Figure 3-9

TirePressure

_WARNING! Maximum tire pressure under any

circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be

maintained at all times. Never exceed the maximum

inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire.

The recommended operating tire pressure is:

Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires

Approximately 14 psi for the front tires

IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire

manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Do not

overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to

mow unevenly.

(;asandOilFill-up

The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity

of 1-1/2gallons. Do not overfill.

WARNING! Use extreme care when handling

gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the

vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or

while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish

cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the

separate Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your

tractor. Read instructions carefully.

Figure 3-10

c. Place the deck lift lever in the desired mowing

height setting.

d. Reinsert the shoulder screw (with each gauge

wheel) into the index hole that leaves approximately

1/2-inch between the bottom of the wheel and the

pavement.

Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section of this

manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck

adjustments.

SECTION 2 -- ASSEMBLY& SET-UP 11

Controlsand Features 4

Ignition Switch

Module

Throttle/Choke Lever

Speed Control Lever

PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Deck Lift Lever

,,. -j

Figure 4=1

Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4-1 and described on the following pages.

i_ WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section,

before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules and instructions may result in personal

injury.

ThrottleControl 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, on some models, when pushed all the way forward, the

choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will

maintain a uniform engine speed. See Fig. 4-2.

FAST

SLOW

CHOKe: _

FAST

SLOW

Figure 4-2

iMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck

engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST

(rabbit) position.

ChokeControl

On some models, moving the throttle

lever all the way forward activates the

engine's choke control. On all other

models, the choke control can be found

on the left side of the dash panel and is

activated by pulling the knob outward.

Activating the choke control closes the

choke plate on the carburetor and aids

in starting the engine. Refer to Starting

The Engine on page 15 of this manual for

detailed starting instructions.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is activated to start the engine. Insert key

into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position.

Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired. See

Fig. 4-3A.

To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the

OFF position. See Fig. 4-3A.

AOff 0n/Lights

Start

Stop

©Start

Position

Figure 4=3

Ignition Switch Module (If5o Equipped)

To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and

turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the

NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired.

To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the

OFF position. See Fig. 4-3B.

i _lkll 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 operating the tractor, refer to both Safety

Interlock Switches on page 14 and Starting The Engine on page

16 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition

Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSECAUTION

MODE.

SECTION4 -- CONTROLS AND FEATURES 13

DeckLift Lever

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.

Brake Pedal

The brakepedalis locatedonthe left sideof the lawntractor,along

the runningboard.Depressthe brakepedalpartwaydownto slow

thetractor'sgroundspeed.Depressthe pedalallthe wayclownto

engagethedisc brakeand bringthe tractorto a completestop.

NOTE:The pedal must be depressed to start the engine. Refer to

Safety Interlock Switches on page 14.

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. Release the clutch-brake pedal to allow

the parking brake to engage.

To release the parking 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

pedal.

NOTE:The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the

seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically

shut offl

SpeedControl Lever

The speed control lever, located on the left fender, allows you

to regulate the travel direction and ground speed of the lawn

tractor. To use, release the parking brake and move the speed

control lever forward (to travel forward) or rearward (to travel in

reverse). The further forward or rearward that the lever is moved,

the faster the tractor will travel. See Fig. 4-4.

Place the speed control lever in the Cutting Speed, or slower,

position when mowing.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel

when the tractor is in motion. Serious damage to the tractor's

transmission could result. Always bring the tractor to a complete

stop before moving the speed control lever from forward to

reverse or vice versa.

IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when leaving the

tractor unattended.

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. To operate, move the lever all the way

forward. Moving the lever all the way rearward into the PTO OFF

position disengages power to the cutting deck/attachment.

NOTE:The PTO (blade engage) lever must be in the disengaged

(PTO OFF) position when starting the engine.

Figure 4-4

SECTION 4-- CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Operation

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY

OR DEATH

• GOUP AND DOWNSLOPES,NOTACROSS.

•AVOIDSUDDENTURNS.

•DONOTOPERATETHE UNITWHERE IT COULDSLIP

ORTIP.

•IF MACHINESTOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOP BLADE(S)

AND BACKDOWNHILLSLOWLY.

•KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,

AND SWITCHES,ETC.) IN PLACEAND WORKING.

•REMOVEOBJECTSTHATCOULDBE THROWN

BY THE BLADE(S).

• KNOWLOCATIONAND FUNCTIONOF ALL CONTROLS.

• BESUREBLADE(S)AND ENGINEARESTOPPED

BEFOREPLACINGHANDSORFEETNEARBLADE(S).

• BEFORELEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,

DISENGAGEBLADE(S), ENGAGEPARKINGBRAKE,

SHUT OFFAND REMOVEKEY.

READ OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

SafetyInterlockSwitches

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the

protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever

malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized

MTD service dealer.

The safety interlock system prevents the engine from

cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,

and the PTO (blade engage) lever is in the disengaged (OFF)

position.

The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves

the seat before engaging the parking brake.

The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves

the tractor's seat with the PTO (blade engage) lever in the

engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking

brake is engaged.

The engine will automatically shut off if the operator

engages the PTO with the parking brake ON.

Modelswithout ReverseCautionMode

The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO (blade

engage) lever is moved into the engaged (ON) position with

the speed control lever in Reverse.

Modelswith ReverseCautionMode

With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position,

the engine will automatically shut off if the PTO (blade

engage) lever is moved into the engaged (ON) position with

the speed control in Reverse.

WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the

interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was

designed for your safety and protection.

Reverse Caution Mode

(Modelsequippedwithignitionswitchmodule)

WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating

the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

Do not operate the tractor when children or others

are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone

enters the area.

The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch

module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the

blades (PTO) engaged.

IMPORTANT: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.

Tousethe REVERSE CAUTION MODE:

IMPORTANT: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.

1. Start the engine as instructed on page 16 under Starting

The Engine.

2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position

to the REVERSECAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the

key switch module. See Fig. 5-1.

3. Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular

Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch rood ule.

The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key

switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig. 5-1.

Indicator

Light

Stop

Position

Reverse

Push Button

Reverse

CautionMode

Position

Start

Position

Figure 5-1

4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be 3.

driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. 4.

5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to 5.

make sure no children are around.

6. After resuming forward motion, return the key to the

NORMAL MOWING position.

IMPORTANT: The REVERSECAUTION MODE will remain

activated until:

The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING

position or STOP position.

The operator engages the parking brake by fully

depressing the brake pedal and holding it down

while moving the parking brake lever into the PARK

BRAKE position.

Engagingthe ParkingBrake.

Toengagethe parkingbrake:

Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it down with your

foot.

Move the parking brake lever all the way down and into the

ON position.

Release the brake pedal to allow the parking brake to

engage.

Toreleasethe parkingbrake:

1. Depress the brake pedal and move the parking brake lever

out of the ON position and into the OFF position.

Setting the CuttingHeight

1. Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing

the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height

notches on the right side of the fender.

2. Adjust the deck wheels, if equipped, so that they are

between 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch above the ground when the

tractor is on a smooth, flat surface such as a driveway.

i_ WARNING! Keep hands and feet away from the

discharge opening of the cutting deck.

NOTE: On models so equipped, the deck wheels are an anti-scalp

feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight

of the cutting deck.

Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 20 of this manual for more

detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments.

Starting the Engine

WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the

interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was

designed for your safety and protection.

NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 11 of this manual

for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.

2. Place the PTO (blade engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)

position.

Engage the tractor's parking brake.

Activate the choke control.

Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After

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

Normal Mowing) position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOThold the key in the STARTposition for

longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage

to your engine's electric starter.

6. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control and

place the throttle control in the FASTposition.

NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the

tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the

engine to run poorly.

Stopping the Engine

_ARNING! If you 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

1. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO (blade engage)

lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.

2. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP

position.

3. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent

unintended starting.

DrivingTheTractor

_ WARNING! Always look down and behind before

and while traveling in reverse to avoid a back-over

accident.

WARNING! Before leaving the operator's position.

Always place the PTO (blade engage) lever in the

disengaged (PTO OFF) position, place speed control

lever in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and

remove key to prevent unintended starting.Depress

the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let

the pedal up.

1. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the throttle control lever

in the FAST (rabbit) position for the most efficient use of the

cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments.

2. Release the parking brake by depressing the brake pedal

3. Position the speed control lever in desired position. The

further forward or rearward that the lever is moved, the

faster the tractor will travel.

WARNING! Do NOT attempt to change the

direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.

Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before

moving the speed control lever from forward to

reverse or vice versa. Failure to do so could result in

serious damage to your tractor's transmission.

IMPORTANT: First-time operators should use slower speeds.

Become completely familiar with the tractor's operation and

controls before operating the tractor in at higher speed.

SECTION 5-- OPERATION

4. The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the

brake pedal.

5. Set the parking brake by fully depressing the brake pedal

and keeping it depressed while placing the parking brake

lever in the ON position. Release the brake pedal to allow

the parking brake to engage.

WARNING! Before leaving the operator's position

for any reason, disengage the blades, place the

speed control lever in neutral, engage the parking

brake, shut engine off and remove the key.

IMPORTANT: When stopping the tractor for any reason while

on a grass surface, always:

1. Place the speed control lever in N (neutral),

2. Engage the parking brake,

3. Shut engine off and remove the key.

Doingso will minimizethe possibilityof havingyourlawn"browned"

by hotexhaustfromyourtractor'srunningengine.

Driving On Slopes

Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine slopes

where you may operate the tractor safely.

i_ WARNING! Do not mow on inclines with a slope in

excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2

feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and

cause serious injury.

Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.

Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on

slopes.

Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden

objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

Avoid turns when driving on a slope. Ira turn must be

made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly

increases the chance of a roll over.

Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary

to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and

carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor

over backward.

Engaging the Blades

Engaging the PTO (blade engage) transfers power to the cutting

deck. To engage the blades, proceed as follows:

1. Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit)

position.

2. Grasp the PTO (blade engage) lever and pivot it all the way

forward into the engaged (ON) position.

3. Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position for the

most efficient use of the cutting deck or other (separately

available) attachments.

IMPORTANT: Models with Reverse Caution Mode:

The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with

the speed control lever in position for reverse travel with the

ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position.

Modelswithout ReverseCautionMode:

The PTO (blade engage) lever must be in the disengaged (OFF)

position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse, and

if the operator leaves the seat. Refer to Safety Interlock Switches

on page 15.

Usingthe Deck Lift 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. Refer to

Setting The Cutting Height earlier in this section.

Mowing

_ARNING! To help avoid blade contact or a

thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers,

children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine

while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

The following information will be helpful when using the cutting

deck with your tractor:

WARNING! Plan your mowing pattern to avoid

discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks,

bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction which may

cause discharged material to ricochet back toward

the operator.

Do not mowat high ground speed, especially ira mulch kit

or grass collector is installed.

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.

Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back

over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut.

Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and

extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns,

NOT clear brush.

Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn.

Refer to Cutting Blades on page 25 of this manual for

proper blade sharpening instructions.

SECTION 5 -- OPERATION 17

Mulching

Select models come equipped with a mulch kit which

incorporates special blades, already standard on the tractor, in a

process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the

cutting deck. The ultra-fine clippings are then forced back into

the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer.

Observe the following points for the best results when mulching:

Never attempt to mulch if the lawn is damp. Wet grass

tends to stick to the underside of the cutting deck

preventing proper mulching of the clippings.

Do NOT attempt to mulch more than 1/3 the total height of

the grass or approximately 1-1/2 inches. Doing so will cause

the clippings to clump up beneath the deck and not be

mulched effectively.

Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass clippings

more time to effectively be mulched.

Always position the throttle control lever in the FAST

(rabbit) position and allow it to remain there while

mowing. Failing to keep the engine at full throttle places

strain on the tractor's engine and does not allow the blades

to properly mulch grass.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the discharge chute to

operate the mower with the mulch kit installed.

WARNING! Never operate the mower without the

discharge chute properly attached.

To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply remove

the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing nut which

fastens it to the cutting deck. This will allow the clippings to

discharge out the side. See Fig. 5-2.

//'

MovingTheTractorManually

Yourtractor'stransmissionis equippedwitha hydrostaticrelief

valvefor occasionswhenit is necessaryto movethe tractor

manually.Activatingthisvalveforcesthe fluid inthe transmission

to bypassits normalroute,allowingthe reartiresto "freewheel."To

engagethe hydrostaticreliefvalve,proceedas follows:

1. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.

See Fig. 5-3.

Figure 5-3

2. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down and to

the left, to lock it in place.

NOTE:The transmission will NOTengage when the hydrostatic

bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position

prior to operating the tractor.

IMPORTANT: Never attempt to move the tractor manually

without first engaging the hydrostatic relief valve. Doing so will

result in serious damage to the tractor's transmission.

Headlights

On some models, the lamps are ON whenever the tractor's

engine is running. On other models, the lamps are ON

whenever the ignition key is moved out of the STOP

position.

On all models, the lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is

moved to the STOP position.

Figure 5-2

SECTION 5-- OPERATION

Maintenance& Adjustments 6

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 starting.

Engine

Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manual for engine

maintenance instructions.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the

Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. Follow

the instructions carefully.

ChangingEngineOil

For draining oil from the engine's crankcase 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 from the oil

fill tube.

Snap the small end ofoil drain sleeve onto the oil sump.

SeeFig. 6-1.

\\\

Figure 6-1

3. Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container

with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.

4. Service oil filter (ifso equipped) as instructed in the separate

Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.

Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has

finished draining.

5. Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the

Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.

IMPORTANT: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manual

packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and

proper viscosity of motor oil.

Air Cleaner

Service the pre-cleaner, if so equipped, and cartridge/air cleaner

element as instructed in the Engine Operator/Owner Manual

packed with your unit.

Spark Plug

The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a

season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start

of each mowing season. Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner

Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.

Lubrication

i_ll WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or

inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever

into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine

and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Engine

Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the Engine

Owner Manual packed with your unit.

PivotPoints&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.

FrontAxles

Each end of the tractor's front pivot bar may be equipped with a

grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of

tractor operation.

Cleaningthe 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 use of a pressure washer to clean your

tractor is NOT recommended. It may cause damage to electrical

components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.

Battery

The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot

be checked.

Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and

free of corrosive build-up.

After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat

of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.

Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive

terminal to prevent shorting.

IMPORTANT: If removing the battery for any reason,

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

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

battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal

first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the

wires are connected to the correct terminals; reversing them

could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine's

alternating system.

CleaningBattery

Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing

with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the

battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. Coat

terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to

prevent corrosion.

Battery Failures

Some common causes for battery failure are:

Incorrect initial activation

Overcharging

Freezing

Undercharging

Corroded connections

These failures are NOT covered by your tractor's warranty.

DeckWashSystemTM

A hex plug can be found on your tractor's deck surface. See Fig. 6-2.

This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as part of

a separately-available deck wash system.

Use the Deck Wash System TM to rinse grass clippings from the

deck's underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.

NOTE: Refer to page 30 for information regarding this and other

separately-available attachments & accessories for your tractor.

He× Plug

Figure 6=2

SECTION 6-- MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustments

WARNING: Never attempt to make any

adjustments while the engine is running, except

where specified in the operator's manual.

Leveling the Deck

NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing

any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 23 for

information regarding tire pressure.

Front ToRear

The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that

can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of

the deck should be between 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch lower than

the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:

1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the

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

the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel

with the tractor.

2. 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. Determine the

approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and

proceed, if necessary, to the next step.

3. Locate the jam nut and lock nut on the front side of the

stabilizer bracket. See Fig. 6-3. After loosening the jam nut:

Sideto Side

If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side

adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:

1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the

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

both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.

2. Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade

tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the

right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken

should be equal. If they're not, proceed to the next step.

3. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on the left

deck hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-4.

Figure 6-3

Tighten the lock nut to raise the front of the deck;

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

4. Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier when proper

adjustment is achieved.

Figure 6-4

4. Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment

gear (found immediately behind the hex cap screw just

loosened) clockwise/up or counterclockwise/down.

The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip

measurements taken earlier are equal.

5. Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger

bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.

SeatAdjustment

Refer to the Set-Up and Assembly section of this manual for seat

adjustment instructions.

Parking BrakeAdjustment

WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes

while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO,

move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine

and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake

pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels

can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of

adjustment. See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have your

brakes properly adjusted.

SECTION 6-- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 21

MaintenanceSchedule

Before

Eachuse

Every

lOHours

Every

25Hours

Every

50Hours

Every

100Hours

Prior

to Storing

,/CleanHood/DashLouvers

CheckEngineOil Level V'" V'"

CheckAirFilter for Dirty, LooseorDamagedParts V""

CleanandRe-oilAirFilter'sFoamPredeaner V""

ReplaceAirFilter Element V /

ChangeEngineOiland ReplaceOil Filter V /

CleanBattery Terminals _" _"

LubeFrontAxlesand Rims _" _"

CleanEngineCoolingFins _" _"

LubeFrontDeckWheels(i_equJppe_) v/v/

LubeDeckSpindles _" _"

LubePedalPivotPoints _" _"

CheckSparkPlugCondition&Gap _" _"

ReplaceFuelFilter _"

SECTION 6-- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

Service 7

Cutting DeckRemoval

NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler

pulley. Models equipped with a 42- and 46-inch deck have two

deck idler pulleys.

To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:

1. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)

position and engage the parking brake.

2. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the

bottom notch on the right fender.

3. 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.

Note: Make a mental note what hole the other end of the belt-

keeper rod is inserted in for reinstallation purposes.

Figure 7=1

4. Remove the belt (C) from around the tractor's engine

pulley. See Fig. 7-1.

5. Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor,

locate the cotter pin that secures the deck support rod

on the rear left side of the deck. See Fig. 7-2. Remove the

cotter pin that secures the deck support rod, and carefully

remove the deck support from the deck lift arm.

6. Repeat the above steps on the tractor's right side.

NOTE:The deck support rod on the right side of the tractor is

secured using hair pin clip as opposed to a cotter pin, which you

might had noticed was used on the left side. This is normal and

should be reinstalled in the same manner as removed.

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.

8. Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor

carefully guiding the hooks on the deck off of the deck

stabilizer rod.

Figure 7-2

Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the

cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it.

Remove the spring from the deck idler bracket. See Fig. 7-3

Figure 7-3

10. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the leftside) out from

underneath the tractor.

Tires

_WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation

pressure shown on the sidewall of tire.

The recommended operating tire pressure is:

Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires

Approximately 14 psi for the front tires

IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire

manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Do not

overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to

mow unevenly.

Battery

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 harm. Wash hands after handling.

CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the

NEGATIVE(Black) wire from it's terminal first,

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

installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE

(Red)wire its terminal first, followed by the

NEGATIVE(Black) wire.

JumpStarting

_lm ARNING! Never jump start a damaged or frozen

battery. Becertain the vehicles do not touch, and

ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch.

1. Connect positive (+)cable to positive post (+) of your

tractor's discharged battery.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the (positive +) post

of the jumper battery.

3. Connect the second cable (negative -) to the other post of

the jumper battery.

4. Make the final connection on the engine block of the

tractor, away from the battery. Attach to a unpainted part

to assurea good connection.

CAUTION: If the jumper battery is installed on a

vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOTstart the vehicle's

engine when jump starting your tractor.

5. Start the tractor (as instructed in the Operation section of

this manual).

6. Set the tractor's parking brake before removing the jumper

cables, in reverse order of connection.

Charging

AWARNING! 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: When charging your tractor's battery,

use only a charger designed for 12Vlead-acid

batteries. Readyour battery charger's Owner's

Manual prior to charging your tractor's battery.

Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings.

If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period

of time, charge the battery as follows:

1. Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes.

If your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery until the

charger indicates that charging is complete. If the charger is not

automatic, charge for no fewer than eight hours.

Fuse

One 20 AMP fuse is installed in your tractor's wiring harness to

protect the tractor's electrical system from damage caused by

excessive amperage.

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 the

fender located by the battery.

1_ii WARNING! Always use a fuse with the same

amperage capacity for replacement.

SECTION7-- SERVICE

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 the blade.

WARNING! Periodically inspect the blade and/or

spindle for cracks or damage, especially after you've

struck a foreign object. Do not operate the machine

until damaged components are replaced.

To remove the blades, proceed as follows.

1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to

Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section) then gently

flip the deck over to expose its underside.

2. Place a block of wood between the center deck housing

baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.

See Fig. 7-4.

3. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the

spindle assembly. See Fig. 7-4.

Figure 7-4

4. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal

amounts of metal from 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 proper blade balance. See Fig. 7-5.

L_i CAUTION: If the cutting edge of the blade has

previously been sharpened, or if any metal

separation is present, replace the blades with new

ones.

l_kll WARNING! A poorly balanced blade will cause

excessive vibration, may damage to the tractor and/

or result in personal injury.

5. Test the blade's balance using a blade balancer. Grind

metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.

Figure 7-5

NOTE:When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with

the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with a part number

stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the

operating position.

CAUTION: Use a torque wrench to tighten the

blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 Ibs-ft

and 90 Ibs-ft.

Changingthe DeckBelt

l_kl ARNING! 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.

_ARNING! All belts on your tractor are subject to

wear and should be replaced 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 (non-

OEM) 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:

Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the

bottom notch on the right fender.

Remove the belt guards by removing the self-tapping

screws that fasten them to the deck.

Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine pulley.

On the 42-inch deck only, loosen but do not remove, the

idler pulley nuts. This will enable the belt to be easily

removed from the idler pulleys. See Fig. 7-6.

_lb 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.

5. Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys, including

the deck idler pulley.

SECTION7 -- SERVICE 25

Idler pulleys

Changingthe LowerDeckBelt(46"Decks)

NOTE: Several components must be removed in order to change

the tractor's lower deck belt. See an authorized MTD Service

Dealer to have your lower drive belt replaced or phone Customer

Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a

Service Manual.

Changingthe TransmissionDriveBelt

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 or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for

information on ordering a Service Manual.

Idler pulley nuts

Figure 7=6

6. Route the new belt as shown in and Fig. 7-7, 7-8 or 7-9,

depending on your specific sized deck.

7. Remount the belt guards removed earlier.

Engine Pulley

38-inchDeck

SECTION7-- SERVICE

Engine Pulley

42-inch Deck

Deck Idler Pulleys J

Figure 7-8

46-inch Deck

Belt Cover Idler Pulleys

Figure 7-9

SECTION7 -- SERVICE 27

Troubleshooting

Problem

Engine fails to start

Cause

PTO/Blade engaged.

Engine runs erratic

Engine overheats

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3. Fuel tankempty, or stale fuel.

4. Choke notactivated.

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Engine flooded.

8. Parking brake notengaged

Remedy

1. Place knob (or lever) in disengaged (OFF)

position.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

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

old) gas.

9. Throttle control lever not in correct starting

position.

1. Unit running with CHOKE activated.

4. Place the throttle control in CHOKE position.

5. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.

6. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter.

7. Crankengine with throttle in FAST position.

8. Engage parking brake.

Engine hesitates at high

RPM

Engine Idles rough

Excessive vibration

Mower will not mulch grass

Uneven cut

2. Spark plug wires loose.

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

4. Ventin gascap plugged.

5. Water or dirt in fuel system.

6. Dirty air cleaner.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Air flow restricted.

1. Spark plug gap too close.

1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide.

2. Dffty air cleaner.

1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

2. Damaged or bent cutting blade.

1. Engine speed too low.

2. Wet grass.

3. Excessively high grass.

4. Dull blade.

1. Deck not leveled properly.

2. Dull blade.

3. Uneven tire pressure.

9. Place throttle leverto FAST position.

1. Move the throttle contol out of the CHOKE

position.

2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter, is so equipped.

4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.

5. Drain fuel tank. Refill wtth clean, fresh

gasoline.

6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean

foam precleaner, is so equipped.

1. Fill crankcase with proper amount and

weight of oil.

2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around

the engine's cooling fins and blower housing.

1. Remove spark plug and resetthe gap.

1. Replace spark plug. Set plug gap.

2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean

pre-cleaner, if so equipped.

1. Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.

2. Replace blade.

1. Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position.

2. Do not mulch when grass is wet.

3. Mowonceata high cutting height, then

mow again at desired height or make a

narrower cutting swath.

4. Sharpen or replace blade.

1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.

ReplacementParts 9

DriveBelt(MowingDeck)38" Deck

DriveBelt(MowingDeck)42" Deck

UpperDriveBelt(MowingDeck)46" Deck

LowerDriveBelt(MowingDeck)46" Deck

Deck Blades(38" Deck)

Deck Blade(42"Deck)

754-04062

754-04060B

754-04142

754-0349

742-0610A

742-0616A

Deck Blade(46"Deck)CenterBlade 742-0612A

Deck Blade(46"Deck)OuterBlade 742-0611A

Deck Spindle(42"Deck) 618-0624

Deck Spindle(46"Deck)DoublePulley 618-04134B

Deck Spindle(38"Deck) 618-04474

Deck Spindle(42"Deck) 618-04456

Deck Spindle(46"Deck) 618-0240A

DeckWheel5.0x 1.38 734-0973

Battery 725-1737A

Tire (Front)15"x 6"x 6" SquareShoulder 734-1731

Tire (Rear)20" x 8" x 8" SquareShoulder 734-1730

Hub Cap 731-0484A

FuelTankCap 951-3111

ThrottleControl/Cable 746-04364

DischargeChuteAssembly 931-1032B

Key 725-1744A

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 product specifications,

designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com or phone (800) 800-7310 to purchase a Parts

Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready. These can be found on the model plate located under the seat.

Refer to page 2 for more information regarding locating your model and serial numbers.

Attachments&Accessories 1

Thefollowingattachmentsandaccessoriesarecompatiblefor ModelSeries700 HydrostaticLawnTractors.Seethe retailerfromwhich

youpurchasedyourtractor,anauthorizedMTDServiceDealerorphone(800)800-7310for informationregardingpriceandavailability.

_[j AUTION: ModelSeries700HydrostaticLawnTractorsareNOTdesignedfor use withanytypeof ground-engaging

attachments(e.g.tilleror plow).Useof thistypeof equipmentWILLvoidthe tractor'swarranty.

0EM-190-118

0EM-190-679

0EM-190-180

46-inchDeckMulchKit

Bumper

DoubleBaggerKit38" 42"

490-900-0025 DeckWashKit

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardandMTDConsumerGroupInc are pleasedto explaintheevaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyon your2007 lawn

mower.In California,new lawnmowersmust be designed,built and equippedto meetthe State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTDConsumerGroupInc must

warrantthe EECSon yourlawn mowerfor the periodof timelisted belowprovidedthere has beenno abuse,neglector impropermaintenanceof yourlawn mower.

YourEECSmayincludeparts suchasthe carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fueltanks,fuel lines,fuel caps,valves,

canisters,filters,vaporhoses,clamps,connectors,andother associatedemission-relatedcomponents.

Where a warrantable condition exists, MTDConsumer Group Inc will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you includingdiagnosis, parts and labor.

MAN UFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

Thisevaporativeemissioncontrolsystemiswarrantedfor two years.Ifany evaporativeemission-relatedpart onyour equipmentis defective,the part will be

repairedor replacedby MTDConsumerGroupInc.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Asthe lawn mowerowner,you are responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelisted in yourowner'smanual. MTDConsumerGroupInc recom-

mendsthat youretainallreceiptscoveringmaintenanceon your lawnmower,but MTDConsumerGroup Inccannotdenywarrantysolely forthe lackof receipts.

Asthe lawn mowerowner,youshouldhoweverbeawarethat MTDConsumerGroupInc maydeny youwarrantycoverageif yourlawn moweror a part hasfailed

dueto abuse,neglect,orimpropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.

Youare responsiblefor presentingyourlawn mowerto MTDConsumerGroupInc'sdistributioncenteror servicecenteras soonas the problemexists.The

warrantyrepairsshouldbecompletedin a reasonableamountof time, notto exceed30 days.If you havea questionregardingyourwarrantycoverage,youshould

contactthe MTDConsumerGroupIncService Departmentat 1-800-800-7310.

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:

MTDConsumerGroupIncwarrantsto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the lawnmoweris: Designed,built andequippedso as to

conformwithall applicableregulations;andfree fromdefectsin materialsandworkmanshipthatcausethe failureof a warrantedpart to be identicalinall material

respectsto that part as describedin MTDConsumerGroupInc'sapplicationfor certification.

The warrantyperiodbeginsonthedate the lawnmoweris deliveredto an ultimatepurchaseror firstplacedintoservice.The warrantyperiodis two years.

Subjectto certainconditionsand exclusionsasstatedbelow,the warrantyon emission-relatedparts is asfollows:

1. Any warrantedpartthat isnotscheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein thewritten instructionssupplied,is warrantedforthe warrantyperiod

statedabove. Ifthe partfails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,thepartwill berepairedor replacedbyMTDConsumerGroupInc accordingto subsection

(4)below.Anysuchpart repairedor replacedunderwarrantywillbewarrantedfor the remainderof the period.

2. Any warrantedpart that isscheduledonlyfor regularinspectionin the writteninstructionssupplied is warrantedforthe warrantyperiodstatedabove.Any such

partrepairedor replacedunderwarrantywill bewarrantedforthe remainingwarrantyperiod.

3. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein thewritten instructionssuppliediswarrantedfor the periodoftimebeforethe

firstscheduledreplacementdatefor that part.If the partfails beforethefirst scheduledreplacement,the partwill berepairedorreplacedby MTDConsumer

GroupInc accordingto subsection(4) below.Any suchpart repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the periodpriorto the

firstscheduledreplacementpointforthe part.

4. Repairor replacementof any warrantedpart underthe warrantyprovisionshereinmustbeperformedat a warrantystationat no chargeto the owner.

5. Notwithstandingthe provisionsherein,warrantyservicesor repairswill be providedat all of our distributioncentersthatare franchisedto servicethe subject

enginesor equipment.

6. The lawnmowerowner willnot bechargedfor diagnosticlaborthat is directly associatedwith diagnosisof a defective,emission-relatedwarrantedpart,

providedthat such diagnosticworkis performedat a warrantystation.

7. MTDConsumerGroupInc is liablefor damagesto otherengineor equipmentcomponentsproximatelycausedby a failure underwarrantyof any warranted

part.

8. Throughoutthe lawnmowerwarrantyperiodstatedabove,MTDConsumerGroupIncwill maintaina supplyofwarrantedparts sufficientto meetthe expected

demandfor suchparts.

9. Any replacementpartmaybe usedinthe performanceof anywarrantymaintenanceor repairsand mustbe providedwithoutchargeto the owner.Suchusewill

notreducethe warrantyobligationsof MTDConsumerGroupInc.

10.Add-onor modifiedpartsthat are notexemptedbythe AirResourcesBoardmaynot beused.Theuse of any non-exemptedadd-on or modifiedpartsby the

ultimatepurchaserwill be groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims.MTDConsumerGroup Incwill notbeliable to warrantfailuresof warrantedpartscaused

bythe useof a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart.

WARRANTED PARTS:

The repairor replacementof any warrantedpart otherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemaybe excludedfromsuchwarrantycoverageif MTDConsumerGroup

Inc demonstratesthatthe lawn mowerhasbeenabused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,andthat suchabuse,neglect,or impropermaintenancewasthe

directcauseof the needfor repairorreplacementof thepart. Thatnotwithstanding,any adjustmentof a componentthat has a factory installed,and properly

operating,adjustmentlimitingdeviceis still eligiblefor warrantycoverage.The followingemissionwarrantyparts listare covered:FuelLine, FuelLineClamps

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MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FOR

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 WearParts and

Attachments as described below) against defects in material and

workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing onthe 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 WearParts 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

PROOFOFPURCHASE,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, 1-330-220-

4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.

In Canada

Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call 1-800-

668-1238 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 manufactur-

er's warranty for terms and conditions.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate one-

year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade

sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,

deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish

due to use or exposure.

d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service

dealer.

e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported

outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their respective

possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD's

authorized channels of export distribution.

f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.

g. Transportation charges and service calls.

h. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of

merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after

the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the

parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or

oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity,

including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product,shall

bind MTD. Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy

is repair or replacement of the productas set forth above.

The provisions as set forth inthis warranty providethe sole and

exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable

for incidental orconsequential 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 begreater 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 RELATESTOTHIS 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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