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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty L Automatic Lawn Tractor m Model Series 760 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-05684 (December11,2009) 1 ToTheOwner ThankYou Thank you for purchasing a lawn tractor manufactured by If you have any problems MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual It instructs prior to operating your machine. persons who will operate address and mailing the equipment. you how to safely and easily set up, operate maintain carefully and follow concerning address can be found to ensure your complete Please be sure that you, and any other the machine, or questions Throughout the machine satisfaction this manual, are observed on this page. We want at all times. all references to right and left side of the from the operating position recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage. The engine All information is relative to the most recent warranty at the time of printing. Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately machine, for more information. product in this manual information available the machine, phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone numbers, website manufacturer is responsible issues with regards to performance, Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator's for all engine-related power-rating, and service. Please refer to the engine specifications, manufacturer's with your Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. 1"able of Contents Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3 Troubleshooting .................................................... 27 Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. Controls & Features ................................................ 9 12 Replacement Attachments Parts ................................................ & Accessories .................................. 28 29 Operation 13 CA. Emission Control Statement 30 18 22 Warranty ................................................................ Maintenance & Adjustment. ................................. Service .................................................................... Record Product information Before setting up and operating in the provided your new equipment, 32 DNDNDNDNDND please and record the 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 service dealer. ................................................................ MODEL NUMBER locate the model plate on the equipment information .......................... Department, SERIALNUMBER or with a local authorized DFI[3FI[3FI[3FI[3F1D CustomerSupport Please do NOT return If you have difficulty this machine, the machine assembling to the retailer this product you can seek help from Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com 0 Call a Customer 0 Write Support Representative without or have any questions the experts. 0 or dealer Choose from at (800) 800-7310 us at MTD LLC • RO. Box 361131 • Cleveland, first contacting regarding the options the controls, below: or (330) 220-4683 OH • 44136-0019 our Cu;tomer operation, Support Department. or maintenance of 2 ImportantSafeOperationPractices WARNING! This symbol could endanger points the personal all instructions safety and/or in this manual with these instructions out important before property attempting may result in personal When you see this symbol. safety instructions of yourself to operate which, if not followed, and others. this machine. Read and follow Failure to comply injury. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive ,A WARNING! compounds, Battery harm. posts, terminals, chemicals known and related to the State of California this manual. operator was built to be operated As with any type of power objects. serious injury or death. Failure to observe Read, understand, future and follow all instructions and operate. Keep this manual reference in a safe place for and for ordering replacement 7. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand Never allow adults to operate instruction. To help avoid blade contact hands and feet could result in inspect the area where the equipment or a thrown without object objects which Plan your mowing is to be could be picked up and thrown objects pattern roads, sidewalks, avoid discharging by can cause serious personal to avoid discharge bystanders material 8. injury, 10. operation and while performing to protect your eyes. Thrown during an adjustment objects which back or repair ricochet can 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 bare feet or sandals. this machine Be aware of the mower discharge without proper 11. to ricochet to the eyes. and attachment and do not point it at anyone. enters the area. material Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles cause serious injury proper of material and the like. Also, against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged toward the operator. 9. this machine keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone in injury. toward by an adult. 5_ of amputating safety instructions Thoroughly practices or error on the part of the the blade(s). Thrown the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be trained and supervised 4. is capable foreign to quickly. 3. carelessness the following on the attempting parts. 2. to the safe operation used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other and in the manual(s) before and regular equipment, 6. GeneralOperation assemble lead and lead to cause cancer and reproductive according can result in serious injury. This machine and throwing machine contain harm. Wash hands after handling DANGER! This machine 1. accessories the discharge Do not operate in direction the mower cover or entire grass catcher in its place. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet. 12. Amissing ordamaged discharge cover cancause blade Slope Operation contact orthrown object injuries. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over 13. Stoptheblade(s) whencrossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes roads andwhilenotcutting grass. require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. 14. Watch fortrafficwhenoperating nearorcrossing roadways. Thismachine isnotintended foruseonany For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this publicroadway. manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as 15. Donotoperate themachine whileunder theinfluence of shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this machine on that alcohol ordrugs. area or serious injury could result. 16. Mowonlyindaylight orgoodartificial light. Do: 17. Never carrypassengers. 1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme 18. Disengage blade(s) before shifting intoreverse. Back up caution when changing direction on slopes. slowly. Always lookdownandbehind before andwhile backing toavoid aback-over accident. 2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall 19. Slow downbefore turning. Operate themachine smoothly. grass can hide obstacles. Avoid erratic operation andexcessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), setparking brake, stopengine andwait 3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. untiltheblade(s) come toacomplete stopbefore removing Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear anygrass ordebris, ormaking anyadjustments. when going down slopes to take advantage of engine 21. Never leave arunning machine unattended. Always turn braking action. offblade(s), place transmission inneutral, setparking 4. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel brake, stopengine andremove keybefore dismounting. weights or counterweights to improve stability. 22. Use extracarewhenloading orunloading themachine into 5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. atrailerortruck. Thismachine should notbedriven upor These can change the stability of the machine. downramp(s), because themachine couldtipover, causing serious personal injury. Themachine mustbepushed 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do manually onramp(s) toloadorunload properly. not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the 23. Muffler andengine become hotandcancause aburn.Do machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could nottouch. cause serious injury. 24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under 7. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, lowhanging treebranches, wires, dooropenings etc., disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down where theoperator maybestruck orpulled fromthe the slope. machine, whichcouldresult inserious injury. 25. Disengage allattachment clutches, depress thebrake Do Not: pedal completely andshiftintoneutral before attempting 1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly tostartengine. and gradually downhill, if possible. 26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10". Do not attempt unusually 27. up on the mower the engine exhaust deck presenting a potential fire all instructions provided 29. should evaluate I themselves and others from serious injury. If situations occur which SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION The the machine by putting 4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. 5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction your foot on could cause sliding. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. may cause the operator to lose control resulting in serious injury or death. 7. to protect Over-speeding of the machine PRACTICES Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends in this manual, care and good judgment. Contact your customer representative for assistance. 4 or embankments. their ability safely enough are not covered ditches turn over if a wheel is over the edge Do not try to stabilize the ground. 6. the riding mower suddenly of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related to operate could 3. with the approved accessory or attachment. injuries. These operators Do not mow near drop-offs, mower and/ Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand and follow 28. 2. tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves may contact or build hazard. to mow through service use to push the tractor (e.g. tractor and may cause you to loose control may speed up, braking reduced, attachment overturn). may jack-knife and steering ability and cause tractor are to Children 1. Service Tragic accidents presence ca n occur if the operator of children. is not alert to the Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where SafeHandling of Gasoline: 1. Keep children watchful out of the mowing care of a responsible personal area and in yourself adult other than the Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. c. Before and while small children. backing, look behind and down d. Never carry children, or property injury damage can occur when gasoline or your clothes which and change operator. b. injury use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious you last saw them. a. To avoid personal clothes is spilled can ignite. on Wash your skin immediately. a. Use only an approved b. Never fill containers gasoline container. inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle for before filling. even with the blade(s) shut off. c. They may fall offand be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment e. Use extreme doorways, care when approaching shrubs, trees or other blockyour vision of a child who path of the machine. f. To avoid back-over the cutting accidents, blade(s) blind corners, a trailer with a portable objects that may gasoline Keep children d. always before shifting disengage prevent 2. machine unauthorized e. engines. is unattended and on the machine and should Extinguish be trained g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two to h. before Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 and supervised that has a hitch designed equipment except j. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and k. limits for towed equipment recommendation and towing Never allow children On slopes, the weight of the towed loss of traction and loss of control. 5. Always use extra caution when towing with a machine capable of making tight turns (e.g. "zero-turn" ride-on 7. or others in or on towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Do not shift to neutral I. on slopes. 4. 6. to another area. Wait 5 the engine. and remove any fuel soaked debris. for weight 3. mower). Move machine before starting securely. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage Follow the manufacturers cap and tighten for at the hitch point. 2. neck to allow space for Replace gasoline equipment. Do not attach towed of filler i. minutes towing. refueling. fuel expansion. Towing Tow only with a machine indoors. inch below bottom in this manual by an adult. 1. is cigars, pipes and other Never fuel machine minutes practices all cigarettes, f. operation. and safe operation with the rim of the fuel sources of ignition. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions Keep the nozzle in contact into Reverse. away from hot or running Remove key when nozzle. tank or container opening at all times until fueling complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. h. on rather than from a may run into the If equipped, the "Reverse Caution Mode" should not be used when children or others are around. g. dispenser container, 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 equipment. dryer or other gas appliances. may cause m. Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing. GeneralService 1. Never run an engine Engine exhaust and coast downhill. and deadly 2. indoors contains or in a poorly ventilated carbon monoxide, area. an odorless, gas. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground unintended against the engine to prevent starting. SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES S 3. 4. Periodically stop within operating approximately the blade disengagement (5) five seconds after control. If the blades frequently operation. as it is subjected Check the blade(s) and engine for proper tightness. may lead to improper to wear Adjust and service as required. mounting bolts at frequent Also, visually inspect equipment performance blade(s) Replace manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. which do not meet the original equipment "Use of parts specifications and compromise Mower when servicing them. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight equipment is in safe working setting of engine governor. Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate may include the following Modification (EM), Oxidizing Injection Never tamper _ to be sure the on regular emission unleaded control gasoline, and systems: Engine Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. with the safety interlock internal combustion engine and should not be used machine isforest-covered, equipped with an on ARNING! or near anyThis unimproved brushcovered condition. or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if system or other safety devices. Check their proper operation 11. with factory blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution 10. in any Spark Arrestor safety!" 9. engine Notice Regarding Emissions normal the blade(s) with the original 8. or death, do not modify Check brake operation for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). 7. To avoid serious injury way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper intervals 6. Do not modify engine do not stop within the this time frame, your machine should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer. during 5. check to make sure the blades come to complete any). regularly. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Ifa spark arrester is used, it should Thoroughly inspect the machine the damage before starting above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws for any damage. and operating. Never attempt to make adjustments machine the engine while Grass catcher components and the discharge frequently cover are could expose moving to be thrown. For safety protection, be maintained in effective In the State of California the lands. A spark attester for the muffler which check components order by the operator. apply on federal or repairs to the is running. subject to wear and damage parts or allow objects Repair working is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, RO. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. 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 performance 12. specifications and compromise Do not change the engine governor the engine. The governor controls operating speed of the engine. 13. Maintain or replace may lead to improper safety!" settings or over-speed the maximum safety and instruction safe labels, as necessary. 14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations etc. to protect the environment. 15. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product for gas, oil, has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 270 hours of operation. Life have the machine At the end of the Average Useful inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, WARNING! follow injuries or death. Your Responsibility--Restrict the warnings and instructions the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand in this manual and on the machine. SAVETHESE iNSTRUCTIONS! 6 J SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES and Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear machine before attempting to assemble and operate. on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, assemble and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to and operate DANGER-- ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blades off. O DANGER-- ROTATING BLADES Always look down J WARNING-- and behind WARNING--THROWN This machine This machine M N A to avoid a back-over accident. parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the hands and feet. OBJECTS may pick up and throw and objects which WARNING--THROWN Lq backing ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating blade(s) can amputate J before and while can cause serious personal injury. can cause serious personal injury. OBJECTS may pick up and throw and objects which BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. WARNING-- SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate WARNING-- this machine 15 degrees. HOT SURFACE Engine parts, especially and muffler on a slope greater than the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine to cool before touching. DANGER -- ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, WARNING-- unless discharge cover replace immediately. TOWING Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns. SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 7 co or a corner of a building... I I -4 6 Z | I ,_ I I I | Z ' /:Oldo,_ O ' ' or a fence post ', " .- 22 diine 6 .I Z ' "o a 15Oslope -4 I I 15 ° Usethis page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. WARNING! Do not operate (a rise of approximately mowers up and down your lawn mower on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower slopes, never across the face of slopes. could overturn with a slope in excess of 15 degrees and cause serious injury. Operate riding 3 Assembly & Set-Up TractorSet-Up NOTE: If the battery NOTE:This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features Maintenance the tractor. discussed and/or on top/side illustrated in this manual without designs and equipment incurring without _ PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Locate the shipping known harm. Wash hands after handling. connect For shipping f When attaching battery cables, always the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, factory. reasons, both battery To connect the battery cables on your equipment from the terminals cables, proceed NOTE:The positive battery terminal negative battery terminal is marked 1. \ by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. may have been left disconnected brake. 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. CAUTION: followed off,ARNING! remove the ignition key, riding and set the parking Make sure the mower's engine is brake before removing the shipping brace. Refer to the Controls and Features section for instructions on how to set the parking and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive in the prior to operating Shipping BraceRemoval product Connectingthe Battery Cables Battery posts, terminals, as instructed Manual notice and obligation. CALIFORNIA charge the battery section your Operator's may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change specifications, is put into service after the date shown of battery, at the as follows: is marked Pos. (+). The Neg. (-). Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive terminal and attach the red cable to the positive terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-1. battery battery Figure 3-2 Place the deck lift lever in the highest Refer to Setting the Cutting section of this manual. While pushing cutting the discharge chute towards with your left hand, remove the shipping right hand by grasping finger and rotating i_li Removethe terminal terminal 3. plasticcover, ifpresent, from the negative battery and attach the black cable to the negative battery (-) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-1. Positionthe red rubberbootoverthe help protect it from corrosion. positivebatteryterminalto your thumb and index purposes only, must be removed and discarded WARNING! The shipping used for packaging before operating your ridingbrace, mower. throwing 2. it between the machine brace with your it clockwise. WARNING! Figure 3-1 position. Height in the Operation mower The mowing objects. without operating the discharge position injury and/or deck is capable Failure to operate of the riding cover in the proper could result in serious personal property damage. Attaching The Steering Wheel If the steering hardware Attaching The DashCollar wheel for your tractor did not come attached, for attaching it has been packed within wheel, beneath the steering wheel cap. Carefully steering wheel cap and remove the hardware. I. With the wheels place the steering 2. of the tractor pointing Place the washer (with the cupped steering If the tractor's dash collar did not come attached from the factory, the screws for attaching it can be found in either side of the dash console. Remove the two screws from the console and pry offthe secure the dash collar as illustrated straight wheel over the steering the the steering in Fig 3-4. f forward, shaft. side down) over the wheel and secure with the hex bolt. See Fig. 3-3. \ \ \ \ \ \ Figure 3-4 \ J Figure 3. Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward SECTION 3-- 3-3 ASSEMBLY& until it "clicks" into place. SET-UP \ Tire Pressure Attaching The Seat If the seat for your tractor the applicable was not attached instructions NOTE: For shipping at the factory, follow below to attach it. reasons, some seats are not attached at the factory. If this is the case, free the seat from its shipping position and remove the hex screw (or knob screw if applicable) from the bottom instructions. 1. 2. 3. of seat before proceeding circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained ARNING! atMaximum all times. tire Never pressure exceed under the maximum any _ inflation The recommended pressure shown operating on the sidewall with the following Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires Approximately 14 psi for the front tires Positiontheseatfacing forward overtheseat pivotbracket, with the two forward seat mount tabs fitting into the provided IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall grooves manufacturer's recommended in the seat pivot Slide the seat rearward bracket. and align the center mounting hole in overinflate. the seat with the slot in the seat pan. Insert the hex screw previously Gasand Oil Fill-up removed. seattothe Do not tighten optimal operator at this point. preferred location,this for exact tire or maximum psi. Do not Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting mow unevenly. Adjustthe of the tire. tire pressure is: The gasoline tank is located under the hood. deck to Do not overfill. may mean actually sitting in the seat to decide what feels best to the operator. Keep in mind the operator needs to be able to fully operate back in the seat. 4. 5. all pedals comfortably while gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the ARNING! Use extreme handling vapors are explosive. Never care fuel when machine indoors or sitting _ while the engine is hot or running. Tighten the hex screw at this time. cigarettes, To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the hex screw on the bottom of the seat. Slide the seat forward or backward as desired. Retighten the hex screw. See Fig. 3-5. Service the engine separate tractor. with gasoline and oil as instructed Engine Operator/Owner Read the instructions IMPORTANT: engine. Extinguish cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. Your tractor Manual in the packed with your carefully. is shipped with motor oil in the However, you MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill. ForCaliforniaModels: For California models cap, STOP filling equipped with a tethered, ratcheting fuel tank once fuel is seen inside the filler neck. This ensures that a proper expansion volume is created, otherwise fuel can overflow creating a hazardous situation. Do NOTtop the off the fuel tank. See Fig. 3-6. f He× Screw Adjust Figure 3-5 Mulch Plug Note: See the Attachments & Accessories like information regarding model of tractor. adding a mulching section if you would system for your Figure 3-6 SECTION3 -- ASSEMBLY& SET-UP 11 4 Controls and Features F Speed Control Parking Clutch/Brake & Brake Lever Pedal Throttle/Choke Lever Ignition Switch Module Shift Lever J PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Deck Lift Lever Figure 4=1 Lawn Tractor controls i_ and features are illustrated before attempting to operate WARNING! Read and follow injury. in Fig 4-1 and described on the following pages. this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules and instructions may result in personal all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, Throttle/ChokeControl Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and when pushed all the way forward, When set in a given position, the choke control the throttle will maintain _ unattended. intoARNING! neutral Always disengage PTO, move shift lever Never leave a runningbrake, machine position, set parking stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. also. a uniform Prior to operating IMPORTANT: the tractor, refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for further detailed instructions. engine speed. See Fig. 4-2. Clutch-BrakePedal BI] CHOKE The clutch-brake tractor, pedal is located along the running part way down when FAST board. slowing on the left side of the lawn Depress the clutch-brake the tractor by changing pedal speeds (Refer to Speed Control Lever). Depress the pedal all the way down to engage the disc brake and bring the tractor to a complete stop. m NOTE:The pedal must be depressed Safety Interlock Switches to start the engine. in the Operation Refer to section of this manual. ParkingBrake To set the parking brake, fully depress the clutch-brake pedal. Move the speed control lever all the way down and into the parking brake position. Release the clutch-brake pedal to allow the parking SLOW 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 Figure 4-2 IMPORTANT: When brake to engage. operating the tractor engaged, be certain that the throttle (rabbit) position. pedal. with the cutting deck lever is always in the FAST NOTE:The parking seat with the engine shut off. brake must be set if the operator running leaves the or the engine will automatically Ignition Switch The ignition switch is activated into the ignition to start the engine. switch and turn clockwise Insert key to the START position. Release the key into the ON position Fig. 4-3. once engine To stop the engine, key counterclockwise OFF position. turn the ignition has fired. See to the See Fig. 4-3. On Start Off Figure 4-3 SECTION4 -- CONTROLS AND FEATURES 13 Shift Lever SpeedControl Lever The shift lever is located three positions, pedal must be depressed when the moving IMPORTANT: on the left side of the fender a nd has FORWARD, NEUTRAL and REVERSE.The brake and the tractor must not be in motion shift lever. See Fig. 4-4. Never force the shift lever. Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor's transmission. F The speed control lever, located on the left side of the tractor's dash console, allows you to regulate the ground speed of the lawn tractor. To use, depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the lever out of the parking brake notch and forward to increase the tractor's ground speed. When a desired speed has been reached, release the lever into an appropriate notch to maintain that speed. To slow the tractor's ground speed, depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the speed control lever rearward and release it into a notch. NOTE: Lawn tractors vary by model and are available with either a 6- or 7-speed control lever. ((D) PARR BRAKE PTO(BladeEngage)Lever Found on the tractor's right fender, engage) lever is used to engage the PTO (blade power to the cutting _t deck or other (separately available) attachments. To operate, move the lever all the way forward. RUETRAL Moving the lever all the way rearward OFF position attachment. NOTE:The disengaged disengages into the PTO power to the cutting PTO (blade engage)lever (PTO OFF) position must be in the when starting Z deck/ the engine. | m o W r- Figure 4=4 DeckLift Lever m Z Found on your tractor's right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. SECTION 4 -- CONTROLS AND FEATURES O Operation Engagingthe ParkingBrake Toengage the parkingbrake: TO AVOID SERIOUS OR DEATH 1. INJURY Fully depress the clutch-brake pedal and hold it down with your foot. 2. Move the speed control parking brake position. 3. Release the clutch-brake • GOUP AND DOWNSLOPES,NOT ACROSS. • AVOIDSUDDENTURNS. lever all the way down and into the pedal to allow the parking brake to engage. • DONOT OPERATETHE UNIT WHERE IT COULDSLIP ORTIP. Toreleasethe parkingbrake: 1. • IF MACHINESTOPSGOINGUPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILLSLOWLY. Depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the parking desired speed. • KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACEAND WORKING. Setting the Cutting Height • REMOVEOBJECTSTHAT COULDBE THROWN 1. BY THE BLADE(S). brake position and into a 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. • KNOWLOCATIONAND FUNCTIONOF ALL CONTROLS. • BESURE BLADE(S)AND ENGINEARE STOPPED BEFOREPLACINGHANDS ORFEET NEARBLADE(S). _ discharge opening of the cutting deck. Keep hands and feet away from the WARNING! • BEFORELEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION, DISENGAGEBLADE(S), ENGAGEPARKINGBRAKE, SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY. READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL SafetyInterlockSwitches This tractor protection is equipped with a safety interlock of the operator. If the interlock malfunction, do not operate MTD service dealer. The safety interlock cranking or starting the tractor. J system for the system should ever Contact an authorized system prevents the engine from 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 the seat before engaging the parking brake. leaves The engine will automatically leaves the tractor's shut off if the operator seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the engaged (ON) position, brake is engaged. regardless of whether the parking The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the shift lever in Reverse. 15 Starting the Engine DrivingTheTractor WARNING! interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was WARNING! operate tractor if the designed for Do yournot safety a nd the protection. i_ Assembly instructions & Set-up section of this manual. key into the ignition the tractor Insert the tractor 2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged switch. (OFF) 4. Activate 5. Turn the ignition parking brake. key clockwise to the START position. After to your engine's After the engine starts, deactivate control electric the choke control and in the FAST position. 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 engine, If you strike a foreign disconnect object, stop the the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting 1. and operating If the blades are engaged, lever in the disengaged place the PTO (Blade Engage) (OFF) position. 2. Turn the ignition position. 3. Remove the key from the ignition unintended Move the throttle 3. Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. position. so may cause damage starter. WARNING! brake and 2. position. place the throttle key off let the pedal up. CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing 6. also turn the ignition the key. Depress the brake pedal to release the parking starts, release the key. It will return to the ON (or Normal Mowing) the brake brake. If leaving WARNING! Always look down and behind before and while backing up to avoid a back-over accident. the choke control. the engine depressing the parking unattended, and remove position. Engage the tractor's the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in (OFF) position, pedal and engaging 1. 3. Do not leave the seat of the tractor first placing the disengaged in the starts, excessive speed stops. WARNING! without NOTE: Refer to the Gasoline and Oil fill-up Avoid sudden and sudden key counterclockwise IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting. 4. Releasethe parking brake by depressing the clutch-brake pedal and positioning the speed control lever in desired position. IMPORTANT: First-time operators should use speed positions 1 or 2. Become completely familiar with the tractor's operation and controls before operating the tractor in higher speed positions. 5. Release clutch-brake pedal slowly to put unit into motion. 6. The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the clutch-brake pedal. NOTE:When operating the unit initially, there will be little difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts have seated themselves into the pulleys during the break-in period. WARNING! Before leaving the operator's position for any reason, disengage the blades, place the shift lever in neutral, engage the parking brake, shut engine offand remove the key. to the STOP switch to prevent starting. IMPORTANT: When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface, always: 1. Place the shift lever in neutral, 2. Engage the parking 3. Shut engine off and remove the key. Doing so will minimize the possibility exhaust '°1 5-- OPERATION of having your lawn "browned" from your tractor's running by hot engine. If unit stalls with speed control in high speed, or if unit will not operate lever in a low speed position, proceed SECTION brake, with speed control as follows: 1. Place shift lever in NEUTRAL. 2. Restart engine. 3. Place speed control 4. Release clutch-brake pedal fully. 5. Depress clutch-brake pedal. lever in highest speed position. 6. Place speed control 7. Place shift lever in either normal operating lever in desired position. Mowing FORWARD or REVERSE,and follow procedures. Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE in the Important Practices section of the manual you may operate thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least feet from the ormachine ARNING! To help avoid 75blade contact a while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. _ the tractor Safe Operation to help determine slopes where safely. The following excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately2-1/2 feet ARNING! mow could on inclines a slope every 10 feet). Do Thenot tractor overturnwithand cause in _ Exercise extreme slopes. discharge slopes, NEVER across. caution when Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, objects. Uneven terrain changing could overturn to stop while direction on the machine. Tall better of flipping and the tractor the PTO (Blade Engage) transfers power to the cutting attachments. To engage the Move the throttle This will give a to the lawn. Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites growth and yellows quickly weed in dry weather. it may be necessary to go back Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor NOT clear brush. is designed to mow lawns, control Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn. lever to the FAST (rabbit) Refer to Cutting for proper Blades in the Service section blade sharpening of this manual instructions. Grasp the PTO (Blade Engage) lever and pivot it a II the way forward 3. kit as follows: position. 2. ira mulch over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut. deck or other (separately available) 1. back toward that the first two laps be for the balance of cutting. appearance Under heavier conditions blades, proceed to ricochet Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle. Engagingthe Blades Engaging material For best results it is recommended to the outside up a slope. If it is necessary carefully to reduce the possibility over backward. roads, sidewalks, cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge up a slope greatly up a slope, start up smoothly toward Do not mowat high ground speed, especially or grass collector is installed. hidden on a slope. Ira turn must be when driving driving of materials cause discharged rocks, or other made, turn down the slope. Turning increases the chance of a roll over. Avoid stopping when using the cutting the operator. grass can hide obstacles. Avoid turns when driving will be helpful bystanders and like. mowing Also, avoid discharging WARNING! Plantheyour pattern to avoid material against a wall or obstruction which may serious injury. Mow up and down information deck with your tractor: into the engaged Keep the throttle (ON) position. lever in the FAST (rabbit) position most efficient use of the cutting available) attachments. The PTO (Blade Engage)lever position when starting if the operator in the Operation deck or other must be in the disengaged the engine, when traveling (OFF) in reverse, and leaves the seat. Refer to Safety Interlock section for the (separately Switches of this manual. Using the 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. Setting The Cutting Refer to Height earlier in this section. SECTION S -- OPERATION 17 6 Maintenance& Adjustments Air Cleaner Maintenance WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended Service the air cleaner element Operator/Owner Manual as instructed Spark Plug starting. The spark plug should be cleaned season. Spark plug replacement Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner maintenance instructions. Check engine instructions Manual Manual of each mowing for engine Manual oil level before each use as instructed Operator/Owner in the Engine and the gap reset once a is recommended at the start season. Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner for correct plug type and gap specifications. Lubrication packed with your unit. Follow the carefully. ChangingEngine Oil For draining in the Engine packed with your unit. _ll, oil from the engine's crankcase i and remove of select model tractors, a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with this Operator's Manual. To drain the oil, proceed as follows: 1. Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick fill tube. from the oil 2. Snap the small end ofoil drain sleeve onto the oil sump. SeeFig. 6-1. inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever WARNING! Before lubricating, or engine into neutral position, set parking repairing, brake, stop key to prevent unintended starting. Engine Lubricate Owner the engine with Manual motor oil as instructed in the Engine 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. Front Axles Each end of the tractor's front pivot grease fitting. Lubricate tractor operation. with a grease gun after every 25 hours of bar may be equipped with a Battery The battery is sealed and is maintenance-flee. be checked. Always keep the battery free of corrosive After cleaning of petroleum 3. Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable with Perform finished 5. a capacity the above steps in the opposite draining. with new motor Engine Operator/Owner Manual order after oil has oil as instructed your unit for information of motor oil. regarding in the packed with your machine. NOTE: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner viscosity container of no less than 64 oz. Refill the engine cables and terminals Manual the quantity packed with and proper clean and build-up. the battery and terminals, apply a light coat jelly or grease to both terminals. Always keep the rubber boot positioned terminal to prevent shorting. Figure 6-1 Acid levels cannot over the positive 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. To level the deck from front to rear: CleaningBattery Clean the battery with a baking battery by removing it from the tractor soda and water solution. terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. terminals and exposed prevent corrosion. wiring Tighten and washing If necessary, scrape the with grease or petroleum the lock nut to raise the front of the deck; Loosen the lock nut to lower the front of the deck. Coat jelly to Battery Failures Some common Incorrect causes for battery failure are: initial activation Overcharging Freezing Undercharging Corroded connections These failures are NOT covered by your tractor's warranty. Cleaning the EngineAndDeck Flange Lock Nut 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. Figure 6-2 Sideto Side If the cutting adjustment Adjustments 1. deck appears to be mowing can be performed. With the tractor Adjust unevenly, if necessary a side to side as follows: parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the second from the top notch (second highest position) and rotate adjustments while engineto ismake running, WARNING! Never the attempt any except where specified in the operator's manual. perpendicular 2. both blades so that they are with the tractor. Measure the distance from the outside Leveling the Deck tip to the ground NOTE: Check the tractor's right blade tip to the ground. tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires in the Service section of this manual for more information regarding tire pressure. 3. Loosen, be equal. If they're The front of the cutting can be adjusted the deck should deck is supported by a stabilizer of the left blade from the outside Both measurements not, proceed of the taken to the next step. but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger Front ToRear bracket. See Fig. 6-3. bar that to level the deck from front to rear. The front of be between 1/4-inch and %-inch lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust 1. should and the distance With the tractor if necessary as follows: parked on a firm, level surface, place the lever for lifting the platform on the second to the top notch (second highest position) and rotate the blade as close to the discharge 2. channel that is parallel to the tractor. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be between 1/4"and %" less than the second measurement. approximate proceed, 3. distance necessary Determine the for proper adjustment and if necessary, to the next step. Locate the flange nut as seen in Fig. 6-2. Hex Cap Screw Figure 6-3 SECTION 6 -- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 19 4. Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment behind the hex cap gear (found immediately screw just loosened) clockwise/up or counterclockwise/ down. The deck is properly balanced when measurements taken earlier are equal. 5. Retighten bracket Parking Brake Adjustment while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, WARNING! move shift lever Never intoattempt neutral to position, adjust the stopbrakes engine both blade tip and remove the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger when proper adjustment If the tractor is achieved. SECTION 6-- MAINTENANCE depressed, can roll with the parking Refer to the Set-Up a nd Assembly adjustment instructions. section of this manual & ADJUSTMENTS for seat unintended does not come to a complete pedal is completely Seat Adjustment key to prevent adjustment. See an authorized brakes properly adjusted. stop when the brake or if the tractor's brake applied, starting. rear wheels the brake is in need of MTD Service Dealer to have your MaintenanceSchedule Before Every Every Every Every Eachuse 10 Hours 25 Hours SOHours 100 Hours CleanHood/DashLouvers Prior toStoring ,/ V/" CheckEngineOilLevel V/" CheckAir Filter for Dirty, Looseor DamagedParts V/" V/" ReplaceAir Filter Element V/" ChangeEngineOil CleanBattery Terminals V/" V/" LubeFrontAxlesand Rims _ CleanEngineCoolingFins V/" LubePedalPivot Points V/" _ CheckSparkPlug Condition&Gap _ ReplaceFuelFilter NOTE:This Operators or illustrated Manual in this manual covers a range of product may not be applicable and equipment without IMPORTANT: Since this manual manual included notice and without specifications incurring for detailed models. Characteristics and features product discussed and/ specifications, designs obligation. covers a range of various tractor with this machine for various to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change engine maintenance models, it is important procedures to consult the specific engine operator's and intervals. SECTION 6 -- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 21 7 Service Cutting Deck Removal NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch pulley. Models equipped deck idler pulleys. with a 42- and 46-inch To remove the cutting 1. deck, proceed deck have one deck idler as follows: Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged position and engage the parking (OFF) 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 engine pulley, by removing secures it. See Fig. 7-1. Bow=Tie deck have two the tractor's the self-tapping // screw (A) that / / / / Note: Make a mental note what hole the other keeper rod is inserted in for reinstallation / end of the belt- / / purposes. f -,, Figure 7-2 8. Gently slide the cutting deck toward carefully guiding stabilizer rod. See Fig. 7-3 the front of the tractor the hooks on the deck off of the deck Figure 7=1 4. Removethebelt(C)fromaroundthetractor'senginepulley.See Fig. 7-1. 5. Looking at the cutting locate the bow-tie deck from the left side of the tractor, pin that secures the deck support the rear left side of the deck. rod on See Fig. 7-2. Remove the bow- tie pin that secures the deck support rod, and carefully remove the deck support from the deck lift arm. right side. Figure 7=3 6. Repeat step 5 on the tractor's 7. Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right by removing fender spring from the deck idler bracket. 9. to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way. CarefullyremovethePTOcablefromtherearofthecuttingdeck the hair pin clip which secures it. Remove the See Fig. 7-4 on the next page. 10. Gently slide the cutting underneath the tractor. deck (from the leftside) out from 4. Make the final connection tractor, on the engine away from the battery. Attach block of the to a unpainted part to assure a good connection. vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle's AUTION: the jumper is installed on a engine when Ifjump starting battery your tractor. _ 5. Start the tractor this manual). (as instructed in the Operation 6. Set the tractor's parking brake before cables, in reverse order of connection. section removing of the jumper Charging WARNING! while Batteries charging. give off an explosive Charge the battery gas in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. CAUTION: Figure 7-4 When charging use only a charger Tires batteries. pressure shown on the sidewall of tire. WARNING! Never exceed the maximum _ Read your battery operating inflation If your tractor 1. 10 psi for the rear tires Approximately 14 psi for the front tires IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall manufacturer's recommended Owner's has not been put into use for an extended period as follows: automatic, for exact tire or maximum Set your battery charger to deliver psi. Do not a max of 10 amperes. deck to charge for no fewer than eight hours. Fuse mow unevenly. One 20 AMP fuse is installed Battery protect the tractor's electrical excessive amperage. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and in your tractor's wiring harness to system from damage caused by If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown. It can be found at the rear of the unit, underneath fender located the by the battery. harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal first, followed installing charger's If your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery until the charger indicates that charging is complete. If the charger is not Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting reproductive battery, for 12V lead-acid tire pressure is: Approximately overinflate. your tractor's Manual prior to charging your tractor's battery. Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings. of time, charge the battery The recommended designed the amperage _ capacity for replacement. Always use a fuse with the same ARNING! by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When rethe battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed NEGATIVE (Black) wire. by the Jump Starting battery. Be certain the vehicles ARNING! Never jump start _ do not touch, and a damaged or frozen are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch. ignitions 1. 2. Connect positive tractor's discharged Connect the other end of the cable to the (positive of the jumper 3. Connect (+) cable to positive +) post battery. the second cable (negative the jumper post (+) of your battery. -) to the other post of battery. SECTION 7 -- SERVICE 23 Cutting Blades WARNING! ignition Shut the engine off and remove 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, struck a foreign until damaged To remove the blades, proceed 1. after you've as follows. Remove the deck from beneath Cutting especially object. Do not operate the machine components are replaced. Deck Removal the tractor, \\ (refer to earlier in this section) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside. 2. Place a block of wood between baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. the center deck housing See Fig. 7-5. 3. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See Fig. 7-5. Figure NOTE:When replacing 7-6 the blade, be sure to install the side of the blade marked "Bottom" stamped in it) facing the ground operating position. when the mower blade spindle hex flange CAUTION: Use a torque and 90 Ibs-ft. 4. Toproperlysharpenthecutting of metal from blades,removeequalamounts 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 proper blade balance. See Fig. 7-6. to maintain previously _ i_ii 5. been sharpened, or if any metal AUTION:isIfpresent, the cutting edgetheof blades the blade separation replace with has new ones. excessive vibration, may cause damage to the WARNING! poorly in balanced tractor and/or A result personal blade injury. will cause Test the blade's balance metal from SECTION 7-- using a blade balancer. Grind the heavy side until it balances evenly. SERVICE the blade with (or with a part number is in the nut to between 70 Ibs-ft wrench to tighten the Changingthe DeckBelt WARNING! Changing the TransmissionDrive Belt Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt. NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools (i.e. air/impact wrench) in order to change the tractor's drive belt. See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have your drive belt replaced Customer information WARNING! All belts on your tractor wear and should be replaced or phone on ordering Support as instructed on page 2 for a Service Manual. are subject to if any signs of wear are present. IMPORTANT: The designed V-belt found on your tractor to engage and disengage is specially 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: 1. Lower the deck by moving bottom the deck lift lever into the notch on the right fender. 2. Remove the belt guards by removing the self-tapping screws that fasten them to the deck. See Fig. 7-7. 3. Remove the belt keeper rod from around _ 5. the engine pulley. injury. Do not place your fingers on the idler spring Avoid of a pinching or ARNING! between the belt the and possibility a pulley while removing the belt. Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys, including the deck idler pulley. 6. Route the new belt as shown in and Fig. 7-7. 7. Remount the belt guards removed earlier. Belt Guard © Deck idler Pulley J Figure 7-7 SECTION 7 -- SERVICE 25 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Engine fails to start Remedy PTO/Blade engaged. 1. Place knob (or lever) in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tankempty, 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas. or stale fuel. 4. Choke notactivated. 4. Place the throttle 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug. 6. Blocked fuel line. 6. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter. 7. Engine flooded. 7. Crankengine 8. Parking brake notengaged 8. Engage parking 9. 9. Throttle control lever not in correct starting control in CHOKE position. with throttle Place throttle in FAST position. brake. leverto FAST position. position. Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running with CHOKE activated. 1. Move the throttle contol out of the CHOKE position. 2. Spark plug wires loose. 2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter, is so equipped. 4. Ventin gas cap plugged. 4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged. 5. Water or dirt in fuel system. 5. Drain fuel tank. Refill wtth clean, fresh gasoline. 6. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner, is so equipped. Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low. 1. Fill crankcase with proper amount weight of oil. 2. Air flow restricted. 2. Clean grass clippings the engine's cooling Engine hesitates at high RPM 1. Spark plug gap too close. Engine Idles rough 1. Spark plug fouled, faulty 2. Dffty air cleaner. 1. Cutting 2. Replace air cleaner element blade loose or unbalanced. 2. Damaged Mower will not mulch grass or bent cutting blade. housing. gap. 1. Replace spark plug. Set plug gap. pre-cleaner, Excessive vibration and debris from around fins and blower 1. Remove spark plug and resetthe or gap too wide. and 1. Tighten and/or clean if so equipped. blade and spindle. Balance blade. 2. Replace blade. 1. Engine speed too low. 1. Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Wet grass. 2. Do not mulch when grass is wet. 3. Excessively high grass. 3. Mowonceata high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. Uneven cut 4. Dull blade. 4. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Deck not leveled properly. 1. Perform 2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 3. Uneven tire pressure. 3. Check tire pressure in all four tires. side-to-side deck adjustment. 9 Replacement Parts DESCRIPTION PARTNO. DriveBelt (MowingDeck)38" Deck 954-04062 DeckBlade(38" Deck) 942-0610A DeckSpindle(38"Deck) 918-04474A Battery 925-1707D Tire (Front) 13x 5 x 6 RoundShoulder 734-04372 Tire (Rear)18x 6.5 x 8 SquareShoulder 734-0294 FuelTank Cap 751-0603A FuelTank Cap(CA Models) 751-10947 ThrottleControl/ChokeCable(SingleCylinderEngines) NOTE:This Operators or illustrated 931-1032B Key 925-1745A Manual in this manual and equipment NOTE: Download without _ 746-04364 DischargeChuteAssembly38" Deck covers a range of product may not be applicable notice and without a complete Parts Manual Manual. Be sure to have your model Refer to page 2 for more information specifications for various models. Characteristics to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change incurring and features product discussed and/ specifications, designs obligation. free of charge at www.mtdproducts.com or phone (800) 800-7310 to purchase number and serial number ready. These can be found regarding locating your model and serial numbers. on the model plate located a Parts under the seat. 27 Attachments & Accessories Thefollowingattachmentsand accessoriesare compatiblefor ModelSeries700 LawnTractors.Seethe retailerfromwhich you _urchasedyourtractor,an authorizedMTDServiceDealeror phone(800) 800-7310for informationregardingpriceand availability. CAUTION: ModelSeries700 LawnTractorsare NOTdesignedfor usewith any type of ground-engagingattachments(e.g. tiller or plow).Use of this type of equipmentWILL voidthe tractor'swarranty. OEM-190-607 DeluxeTractorSunshade OEM-190-183 DeckWheel Kit38" OEM-190-032 42" SnowThrower OEM-19A-218 RearWeight BracketKit 11 29 FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTDConsumerGroupInc,the United StatesEnvironmentalProtectionAgency (EPA),and, forthose productscertifiedfor sale in the stateof California,the CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard(CARB)are pleasedto explainthe emission(evaporativeand/or exhaust)controlsystem(ECS) warrantyon youroutdoor 2006 andlater smalloff-roadspark-ignitedengine andequipment(outdoorequipmentengine)In California,new outdoorequipmentengines mustbe designed,built and equippedto meetthe State'sstringentanti-smog standards(in otherstates, 1997andlater modelyear equipmentmustbe designed,built, and equippedto meet the U.S. EPAsmalloff-road, sparkignitionengine regulations.MTDConsumerGroupInc mustwarrantthe ECSon your outdoorequipmentenginefor the periodof time listed belowprovidedtherehas been no abuse, neglector impropermaintenanceof outdoor equipmentengine. Your ECSmay includeparts such as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fuel tanks,fuel lines,fuel caps, valves,canisters, filters,vapor hoses,clamps,connectors,andotherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents. Wherea warrantableconditionexists, MTDConsumerGroupIncwill repairyouroutdoor equipmentengine at no cost to you includingdiagnosis,parts and labor. MAN UFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This emissioncontrolsystemis warrantedfor two years. If any emission-relatedpart on your outdoorequipmentengine is defective,the part will be repairedor replacedby MTDCONSUMERGROUPINC. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: Asthe outdoorequipmentengineowner,you are responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelisted inyour owner'smanual.MTDConsumerGroup Inc recommendsthat you retain all receiptscoveringmaintenanceon youroutdoor equipmentengine,but MTDConsumerGroupInc cannotdeny warrantysolely forthe lackof receipts. Asthe outdoorequipmentengineowner,you shouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDConsumerGroupInc may denyyou warrantycoverageif your outdoorequipment engineor a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications. Youare responsiblefor presentingyouroutdoor equipmentengineto MTDConsumerGroupInc's distributioncenteror servicecenteras soon asthe problem exists.The warrantyrepairsshouldbe completedin a reasonableamountof time, not to exceed30 days. If you havea questionregardingyour warrantycoverage, you shouldcontactthe MTDConsumerGroupIncService Departmentat 1-800-800-7310or via email at http://support.mtdproducts.com GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: MTDConsumerGroupIncwarrantsto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the outdoor equipmentengine is: Designed,built and equipped so asto conformwithall applicableregulations;and freefrom defects in materialsand workmanshipthatcausethe failureof a warrantedpart to be identicalin all materialrespectsto that part as describedin MTDConsumerGroupInc's applicationfor certification. The warrantyperiodbeginson the date the outdoor equipmentengine is deliveredto an ultimate purchaseror first placedinto service.The warrantyperiodis two years. Subjectto certain conditionsand exclusionsasstated below,the warrantyon emission-relatedparts is asfollows: 1. Any warrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the written instructionssupplied,is warrantedforthe warrantyperiod statedabove. Ifthe part fails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,the part will be repairedor replacedbyMTDConsumerGroupInc accordingto subsection (4) below. Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the period. 2. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledonly for regularinspectionin the writteninstructionssupplied is warrantedforthe warrantyperiodstatedabove.Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedforthe remainingwarrantyperiod. 3. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the written instructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the periodof time beforethe first scheduledreplacementdatefor that part. If the partfails beforethe first scheduledreplacement,the part will be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumer GroupInc accordingto subsection(4) below.Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the periodprior to the first scheduledreplacementpointfor the part. 4. Repairor replacementof any warrantedpart underthe warrantyprovisionshereinmustbe performedat a warrantystationat no chargeto the owner. 5. Notwithstandingthe provisionsherein,warrantyservicesor repairswill be providedat all of our distributioncentersthatare franchisedto servicethe subject enginesor equipment. 6. The outdoorequipmentengine ownerwill not be chargedfor diagnostic laborthat is directlyassociatedwithdiagnosisof a defective,emission-relatedwarrantedpart, providedthat suchdiagnosticwork is performedat a warrantystation. 7. MTDConsumerGroupInc is liablefor damagesto otherengine or equipmentcomponentsproximatelycausedby a failure underwarrantyof any warranted part. 8. Throughoutthe off-roadengineand equipmentwarrantyperiodstatedabove, MTDConsumerGroupInc will maintaina supply of warrantedparts sufficientto meetthe expecteddemandfor such parts. 9. Any replacementpart may be usedinthe performanceof any warrantymaintenanceor repairsand mustbe providedwithoutchargeto the owner.Suchuse will not reducethe warrantyobligationsof MTDConsumerGroupInc. 10. Add-onor modifiedpartsthat are not exemptedbythe Air ResourcesBoardmay not be used.The use of any non-exemptedadd-on or modifiedparts by the ultimatepurchaserwill be groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims. MTDConsumerGroup Incwill not be liable to warrantfailuresof warrantedparts caused bythe use of a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart. WARRANTED PARTS: The repairor replacementof any warrantedpart otherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemay be excludedfrom such warrantycoverageif MTDConsumerGroup Inc demonstratesthatthe outdoor equipmentengine has beenabused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,and thatsuch abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenancewasthe direct causeof the needfor repairor replacementof the part. That notwithstanding,any adjustmentof a componentthat hasa factory installed, and properlyoperating,adjustmentlimitingdevice is still eligible for warrantycoverage. Further,the coverageunderthis warrantyextendsonly to partsthat were presenton the off-roadengineand equipmentpurchased. Thefollowing emissionwarrantypartsare covered(if applicable): (1) FuelMeteringSystem • Cold start enrichmentsystem(softchoke) • Carburetorand internalparts (or fuel injectionsystem) • Fuelpump • Fueltank (2) Air InductionSystem • Air cleaner • Intakemanifold (3) IgnitionSystem • Spark plug(s) • Magneto ignitionsystem (4) ExhaustSystem • Catalyticconverter • SAI (Reed valve) (5) MiscellaneousItemsUsedin AboveSystem • Vacuum,temperature,position,time sensitivevalvesand switches • Connectorsandassemblies (6) EvaporativeControl • Fuelhose • Fuelhoseclamps • Tetheredfuel cap • Carboncanister • Vapor lines GDOC-100223 MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/ or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD"). "MTD" warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and Attachments as described below) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags, wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires. Attachments-- MTD warrants attachments for this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, commencing on the date of the attachment's original purchase or lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as: grass collectors and mulch kits. HOWTO OBTAINSERVICE:Warranty service is available, WITH PROOFOF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area: In the U.S.A. Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-2204683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com. In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G4J1, or call 1-800668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com. This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases: a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Referto applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and conditions. b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders havea separate oneyear warranty. FOR c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure. d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer. e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their respective possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD's authorized channels of export distribution. f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts. g. Transportation charges and service calls. h. MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use. No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind MTD. Duringthe period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above. The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product. This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift. HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136=0019; Phone: 1=800=800=7310, 1=330=220=4683 MTD Canada Limited = KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1=800=668=1238 GDOC-lO0015 REV. B
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