MTD 020 Series Manuel utilisateur

Marque: MTD

Modèle: 020 Series

Catégorie: Tondeuses à gazon

Taper: Manuel utilisateur

PRINTED IN U.S.A. MTD Products Ltd., P. O. Box 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

IMPORTANT:

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT.

Safety • Setup • Adjustments • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

10.13.09

769-04639B

20” Rotary Mower — Model Series 020

Finding and Recording Model Number

Table of Contents

BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING

YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,

please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the

model number and the serial number to the sample model

plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by

standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear

of the machine.

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new equipment. It will help you assemble,

prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Please do

NOT

return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,

without rst contacting Customer Support.

Customer Support

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

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

1. Visit www.mtdcanada.ca for many useful suggestions, click on Customer Support button.

2. Call a Customer Support Representative at 1-800-668-1238.

3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues in terms of performance, power-rating, specifications,

warranty, and service. Depending on the engine manufacturer, more information is included in this publication or packed

separately with this product.

Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information.

You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.

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Slope Gauge........................................................3

Safe Operation Practices ...................................4

Safety Symbols ...................................................6

Set Up and Adjustments ....................................8

Operating Your Lawnmower ............................12

Maintainence and Storage ...............................14

Trouble Shooting ..............................................16

Warranty ............................................................17

Illustrated Parts Lists .......................................18

Slope

Gauge

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). A riding mower

could overturn and

cause serious injury.

If operating a walk-

behind mower on such

a slope, it is extremely

difficult to maintain your

footing and you could

slip, resulting in serious

injury.

Operate RIDING

mowers up and down

slopes, never across

the face of slopes.

Operate

WALK-BEHIND

mowers across the

face of slopes, never

up and down slopes.

Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree...

or a corner of a building...

or a fence post

Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope)

15°

Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate

your lawn mower on such slopes.

Safe

Operation

Practices

General Operation

1. Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before

attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and

follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s)

before operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future

and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of

this machine before operating it.

3. This machine is a precision piece of power equipment, not a

plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times.

Your unit has been designed to perform one job: to mow grass.

Do not use it for any other purpose.

4. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this

machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and

understand the instructions in this manual and should be

trained and supervised by a adult.

5. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules

of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine.

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 tripped over or picked up

and thrown by the blade. 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 discharg-

ing material against a wall or obstruction which may cause

discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

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

in the operator zone behind the handles and keep children,

bystanders, helpers and pets at least 75 feet from the mower

while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

9. 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.

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

and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs

and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this

machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g.

canvas) shoes.

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

deck. Contact with the blade can amputate hands and feet.

12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade

contact or thrown object injuries.

13. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled

over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do

not hold on to the mower if you are falling; release the handle

immediately.

14. Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If

you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first

look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these

steps:

a. Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms.

b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.

c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you.

d. Repeat these steps as needed.

15. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

16. Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on units so

equipped while starting engine.

17. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt

to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device

inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with

the rotating blade. The blade control handle must operate easily

in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged

position when released.

18. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your

footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you

feel you are losing your footing, release the blade control handle

immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds.

19. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Walk, never run.

20. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.

21. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener-

ally a warning of trouble.

22. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete

stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute.

The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the

engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade

area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.

23. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover,

grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective

devices in place and working. Never operate mower with

damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal

injury.

24. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not

touch.

25. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while

the engine is running.

26. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the

manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.

27. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then

pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull

hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken

bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

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

and good judgment. Call customer assistance for the name of

your nearest servicing dealer.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can

result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution.

If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use

the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes

before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is

greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it.

Do:

1. Mow

across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can

cause you to slip or trip. Ta

ll grass can hide obstacles.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain

or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

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 at-

tempting to operate

this machine. Failure

to comply with these

instructions may result

in personal injury. When

you see this symbol.

HEED ITS WARNING!

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use

of this power machine

to persons who read,

understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions

in this manual

and on the machine.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation 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.

3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious

personal injury. If you feel you are losing your balance, release

the blade control handle immediately, and the blade will stop

rotating within 3 seconds.

Do Not:

1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, you could

lose your footing or balance.

2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope

gauge.

3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause slipping.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence

of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing

activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.

3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for

small children.

4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a

child who may run into the mower.

5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer

burns from a hot muffler.

6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power

mower. Children 14 years old and over should read and under-

stand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual

and shou

ld be trained and supervised by a parent.

Service

Safe Handling Of Gasoline:

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.

2. Use only an approved gasoline container.

3. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed

with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away

from your vehicle before filling.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6 Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of

ignition.

7. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will

accumulate in the area.

8. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or run-

ning. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

9. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below

bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion.

10. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

11. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move

unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

12. Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame,

spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace,

clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

13. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove

any fuel soaked debris.

14. Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.

General Service:

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 and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark

plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended

starting.

3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent

intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for

damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the

original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed

in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original

equipment specifications may lead to improper performance

and compromise safety!”

4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

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

is in safe working condition.

6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation

regularly.

7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the

spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Thoroughly

inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before

starting and operating the mower.

8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment

while the engine is running.

9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail shield

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!”

10. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the

engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating

speed of the engine.

11. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or

leaks. Replace if necessary.

12. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

13. Maintain or replace safety labels, as necessary.

14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper

disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment.

15. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission

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

this product has an

Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,

or 60 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.

Do not modify engine

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

Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine

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

factory setting of engine governor.

Safe

Operation

Practices

WARNING

This machine is equipped

with an internal combus-

tion 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 ap-

plicable local or provincial

laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used,

it should be maintained in

effective working order by

the operator.

A spark arrester for the muf-

fler is available through your

nearest engine authorized

service dealer.

Notice regarding Emis-

sions

Engines which are certified

to comply with California

and federal EPA emission

regulations for SORE (Small

Off Road Equipment) are

certified to operate on regu-

lar unleaded gasoline, and

may include the following

emission control systems:

Engine Modification (EM)

and Three Way Catalyst

(TWC) if so equipped.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before

attempting to assemble and operate

DANGER — ROTATING BLADES

To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate

unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged,

DANGER — BYSTANDERS

Do not mow when children or others are around.

DANGER — HAND/ FOOT CUT

Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.

DANGER — THROWN DEBRIS

Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction. Wear

safety glasses.

DANGER — SLOPES

Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.

WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE

Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE

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

contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING— HOT SURFACE

Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during opera-

tion. Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching.

Safety

Symbols

WARNING

This symbol points

out important safety

instructions which,

if not followed, could

endanger the per-

sonal 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!

NOTES

It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this manual in a

safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.

NOTE: Locknuts cannot be threaded onto a bolt by hand, a wrench is required for assembly. This type of nut is used

where vibrations occur.

Remove the lawn mower and all parts from the carton. Make certain all parts and literature have been removed from

the carton before the carton is discarded.

Refer to “Hardware Pack”, Figure 4-1, for hardware identification.

NOTE: Reference to right, left, front and rear of the lawn mower is in relation to the operating position.

Figure 4-1 - Hardware Pack

Tools Required

• AdjustableWrench

• 7/16”Wrench

• 1/2”Wrench

• 9/16”Wrench

• 5/8”Wrench

• 3/4”Wrench

IMPORTANT

This unit is shipped

WITHOUT GASOLINE

or OIL. After assem-

bly, service engine

with gasoline and

oil as instructed in

the separate engine

manual packed with

your unit.

WARNING

Disconnect and

ground the spark

plug wire as instruct-

ed in the separate

engine manual.

Setup and

Adjustments

Attaching Lower Handle

(Hardware A)

• Raisetherearofthedeckandplaceitonablock

securely.

• Placethelowerhandleoverthedeckaligningthe

lower two holes in the handle with the corresponding

holesonthedeck.SeeFigure4-2.

• Attachthelowerhandletothedeckwithshoulder

screws in the upper hole and hex screws in the lower

holeasshowninFigure4-2,securebothwithhex

flange locknuts. Tighten securely.

Attaching Upper Handle

(Hardware B)

• Placetheupperhandleinpositionoverthelower

handle. The blade control must be on the upper side

of the handle.

• Securetheupperhandletothelowerhandleusing

the carriage bolts and hex flange lock nuts, see

Figure4-3.Makesurethatthecarriageboltheadsgo

on the outside of the handle.

Attaching the Chute Deﬂector

(Hardware D)

The chute deflector provided is a safety device. Do not

operate the mower unless the chute deflector has been

properly installed.

• Placethechutedeflectorinpositiononthedeck,

aligning holes. See Figure 4-4.

• Insertthecarriageboltsfromtheundersideofthe

deck up through the chute deflector. Secure each bolt

with a flat washer and locknut.

• Makecertainallnutsandboltsaretightenedsecurely.

Figure 4-2

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Figure 4-3

Flange Lock Nut

Carriage

Bolt

WARNING

Do not run your

lawn mower without

chute deflector or

an approved grass

catcher in place. The

deflector will deflect

a projectile thrown

by the blade into the

lawn.

Setup and

Adjustments

IMPORTANT

This unit is shipped

WITHOUT GASOLINE

or OIL. After assem-

bly, service engine

with gasoline and

oil as instructed in

the separate engine

manual packed with

your unit.

Attaching the Blade Control Handle

NOTE: If the blade control handle got displaced either

during shipping or during assembly of other two handles,

reassemble it now. If the blade control handle is firmly

secured in place, you may proceed to the next assembly.

• Toreattachthebladecontrolhandletotheupper

handle, first identify the proper holes in the upper

handle. This can be done by placing the blade control

handle flat against the upper handle. The ends of

the blade control handle will approximate the hole

positions.

• Insertthecurvedendofthebladecontrolhandleinto

therighthole.SeeFigure4-5.

• Squeezethehandlein,andinsertthestraightendof

the blade control handle into the left hole of the upper

handle.

• Squeezethebladecontrolhandleagainsttheupper

handle to check for proper assembly.

NOTE: The hole in the blade control handle must be on

the left side and the control handle must touch the upper

handlewhensqueezed.

Attaching Blade-Brake Cable

• Makecertainthebladecontrolhandleisonthetopof

the upper handle.

• Thebrakecableisattachedtotheengine,andhas

a “Z” fitting on the loose end. Route the brake cable

under the lower handle. Snap the plastic fitting into

the hole on the inside of the upper handle as shown

inFigure4-6.

• Hookthe“Z”endofthebrakecableintotheholein

the blade control handle from the outside to the inside

asshowninFigure4-6,inset.

• Brakecablemustbeassembledasshownforproper

blade brake operation.

• Thecablemustberoutedproperlytoavoidcontact

with all sharp edges and hot surfaces. Such contacts

damage the cable and render the controls inopera-

tive.

Securing Brake Cable

(Hardware F)

• Securethecabletothelowerlefthandlenearthe

base of the unit with a cable tie from the hardware

pack. Trim off extra length of the cable tie. See Figure

4-7.

Figure 4-5

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Figure 4-6

WARNING

The cable must be

routed properly to

avoid contact with

all sharp edges and

hot surfaces. Such

contacts damage the

cable and render the

controls inoperative.

IMPORTANT

The blade control

handle is a safety

device. Never at-

tempt to bypass its

operations.

Setup and

Adjustments

Figure 4-7

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Attaching Wheels

(Hardware E)

NOTE: The holes provide three cutting heights for your

mower. Use the same hole location for all four wheels

when assembling. For example, if you desire the lowest

cutting position, assemble each wheel at the highest

hole on the deck.

• Blockthemowersecurely.

• Placeaxleboltthroughthewheelwiththehubside

ofthewheelfacingthedeck.SeeFigure4-8.

• Placethewasherontheaxleboltwiththecupped

sidetowardsthedeck.SeeFigure4-8.

• Securethewheeltothedeckwiththeflangelocknut.

• Tightenaxleboltuntilcuppedwashersflatten.

Assembledtheotherwheelsinthesamemanner.

• Remove blocks and put the mower on ground.

Attaching Starter Rope

(Hardware C)

• Thestarterropeisattachedtotheengine.Additional

rope may be wound around the starter handle. If so,

unwind the rope from the handle.

• Withthesparkplugwiredisconnectedandgrounded,

depress the blade control handle and pull the rope

out of the engine.

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the opening in the rope guide is toward the front of

the mower. Insert the rope guide into the right side of

the handle, and secure with hex locknut. See Figure

4-9.

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NOTE: If the starter

rope becomes discon-

nected from rope guide

on handle, disconnect

and ground the spark

plug wire. Depress the

blade control handle

and pull the starter

rope out from engine

slowly. Slip the starter

rope into the rope

Setup and

Adjustments

Axle Bolt

Flange

Locknut

Washer

Cupped

Side

Crowned

Side

Figure 4-8

Blade Control Handle

The blade control handle is located on the upper handle

of the mower. See Figure 5-1. The blade control handle

must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release

the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade.

Recoil Starter

The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle.

Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to

start the unit.

Before Starting

1. Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed

in the separate engine manual.

2. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If unit is

equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the

spark plug wire, make certain the metal loop on the

end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot)

is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark

plug.

To Start Engine

1. If your unit is equipped with a primer, prime engine as

instructed in the separate engine manual packed with

your unit.

2. Standing behind the unit, depress the blade control

handle and hold it against the upper handle as shown

in Figure 5-2.

Know Your Lawn Mower

3. Grasp the starter handle as shown and pull slowly until

resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to start engine and

avoid kickback. Return it slowly to the rope guide.

Figure 5-1

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Mower

WARNING

Read, understand,

and follow all instruc-

tions and warnings

on the machine and

in this manual before

operating.

This blade control

mechanism is a

safety device. Never

attempt to bypass its

operations.

Use extreme care

when handling

gasoline. Gasoline is

extremely flammable

and the vapors are

explosive. Never fuel

the machine indoors

or while the engine

is hot or running.

Extinguish cigarettes,

cigars, pipes and

other sources of

ignition.

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Operating

Your Lawn

Mower

WARNING

The operation of any

lawn mower can result

in foreign objects

being thrown into

the eyes, which can

damage your eyes

severely. Always wear

safety glasses while

operating the mower,

or while performing

any adjustments or

repairs on it.

Be sure no one other

than the operator is

standing near the

lawn mower while

starting engine or

operating mower.

Never run engine in-

doors or in enclosed,

poorly ventilated

areas. Engine exhaust

contains carbon

monoxide, an odor-

less and deadly gas.

Keep hands, feet, hair

and loose clothing

away from any moving

parts on engine and

lawn mower.

To Stop Engine

1. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine

and blade.

WARNING: The blade continues to

rotate for a few seconds after the

engine is shut off.

2. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as

instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent

accidental starting while equipment is unattended.

Using Your Lawn Mower

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

objects which could damage the lawn mower or the

engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by

the mower in any direction and cause serious personal

injury to the operator and others.

WARNING: If you strike a foreign

object, stop the engine. Remove wire

from the spark plug, thoroughly in-

spect the mower for any damage, and

repair the damage before restarting

and operating the mower. Extensive

vibration of the mower during opera-

tion is an indication of damage. The

unit should be promptly inspected and

repaired.

Operating Tips

1. For best results, do not cut wet grass.

2. New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a

narrower cut.

3. For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-third

of the total length of the grass.

4. Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is

growth.

5. Adjust ground speed according to the condition of the

lawn.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Adjustment may be made by removing and moving axle

bolts to desired position. Cutting heights will be raised

as axle bolts are moved to a lower hole and lowered as

axle bolts are moved to a higher hole in the deck All axle

bolts must be assembled so that the cupped side of the

washers are against the deck.

Figure 6-1

General Recommendations

1. Always observe safety rules when performing any

maintenance.

2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator abuse

or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,

operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed

here.

3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void

engine warranty.

4. All adjustments should be checked at least once each

season.

5. Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these

are tight.

Lubrication

1. Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle

at least once a season with light oil. The blade control

must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 6-1.

2. Lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner

surface of the wheel with light automotive oil.

3. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrica-

tion schedule and instruction.

Engine

1. Refer to the separate engine manual for engine

maintenance instructions.

2. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate

engine manual packed with your unit. Read and

follow instructions carefully.

3. Under normal conditions service air cleaner as in-

structed in the separate engine manual packed with

your unit. Clean every few hours under extremely

dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and

flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should

be serviced.

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4. 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;

check engine manual for correct plug type and gap

specifications.

NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all requirements

of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-

tions.

5. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush.

Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean

to permit proper air circulation which is essential to

engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all

grass, dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.

Deck

The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned

after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings,

leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to

accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may

prevent proper mulching.

The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scrap-

ing clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug

wire is disconnected).

Blade Care

WARNING: When removing the cutting

blade for sharpening or replacement,

protect your hands with a pair of heavy

gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the

blade.

Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,

especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when

necessary. Follow the steps below for blade service:

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.

2. Tip mower as specified in separate engine manual. If

it does not specify turn mower on its side making sure

that the air filter and the carburetor are up.

3. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which

hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine

crankshaft. See Figure 6-2.

WARNING

Always stop engine,

disconnect spark

plug, and ground

against engine before

cleaning, lubricating

or doing any kind of

maintenance on your

machine.

We do not recommend

the use of pressure

washers or garden hose

to clean your unit. These

may cause damage to the

bearings or the engine.

The use of water will

result in shortened life

and reduce serviceability.

Maintenance

Figure 6-2

WARNING

When removing

the cutting blade

for sharpening or

replacement, protect

your hands with a

pair of heavy gloves

or use a heavy rag to

hold the blade.

An unbalanced blade

will cause excessive

vibration when rotat-

ing at high speeds. It

may cause damage

to mower, and could

break causing per-

4. Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft.

5. The blade may be resharpened by removing it and

either grinding or filing the cutting edge keeping

as close to the original bevel as possible. Do not

attempt to sharpen the blade while it is still on the

mower.

6. It is extremely important that each cutting edge

receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an

unbalanced blade.

NOTE: Improper blade balance will result in excessive

vibration causing eventual damage to the engine and

mower. Be sure to carefully balance blade after sharp-

ening. Possible damage resulting from blade unbalance

condition is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

NOTE: Always remove blade from the adapter for

testing balance.

7. The blade can be tested for balance by balancing it

on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the

heavy side until it balances evenly.

8. Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter

to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the

inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil.

9. Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the

“star” away from the engine. See Figure 6-2. Place

the blade with the side marked “bottom” (or with part

number) facing away from the adapter. Align the

blade bell support over the blade with the tabs in the

holes of the blade and insert the hex bolt.

10. Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed below:

Blade Mounting Torque

Center Bolt 450 in. lb. min., 600 in.lb. max.

To insure safe operation of your unit, ALL nuts and bolts

must be checked periodically for correct tightness.

Cutting grass in sandy

soil condition causes

abrasive wear to the

blade.

Off-Season Storage

The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn

mower for storage.

1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in

the lubrication instructions.

2. We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer

or garden hose to clean your unit.

3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine

storage instructions.

4. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to

prevent rusting.

5. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to

corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in

a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should

be taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or

silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all

moving parts of your lawn mower before storage.

Maintenance

For repairs beyond

the minor adjust-

ments listed here,

contact an authorized

service dealer.

Trouble

Shooting

CauseProblem

Remedy

Engine fails to start

1. Blade control handle disengaged.

2. Spark plug wire disconnected.

3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

4. Engine not primed.

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Engine flooding.

1. Engage blade control handle.

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

4. Refer to engine manual.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Clean fuel line.

7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not

prime.

Engine runs erratic 1. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire.

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

gasoline.

3. Clear vent.

4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with

fresh fuel.

5. Refer to engine manual.

6. Refer to engine manual.

1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

3. Gas cap vent plugged.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Carburetor out of adjustment.

Engine overheats

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Refer to the engine manual packed with

your unit.

3. Remove blower housing and clean.

4. Refer to engine manual.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Dirty air filter.

3. Air flow restricted.

4. Carburetor not adjusted properly.

Occasional skip

(hesitates) at high speed

1. Adjust gap to .030”. Refer to engine

manual.

2. Refer to engine manual.

1. Spark plug gap too close.

2. Carburetor idle mixture adjustment

improperly set.

Idles poorly

1. Reset gap to .030” or replace spark plug.

Refer to engine manual.

2. Refer to engine manual.

3. Refer to engine manual.

1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too

wide.

2. Carburetor improperly adjusted.

3. Dirty air cleaner.

1. Cutting Blade loose or unbalanced.

2. Bent cutting blade.

1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade

2. Replace blade.

Excessive vibration

1. Wheels not positioned correctly.

2. Dull blade.

Uneven cut

1. Place all four wheels in same height

position.

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

Warranty

Failure to comply

with suggested

maintenance

and lubrication

specifications

will void

warranty.

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and

used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”).

MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts 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, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction wheels, shave plates, auger

spiral rubber, tires engine oil, air filters and spark plugs.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local

authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, 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. Refer to

applicable manufacturer’s warranty for terms and conditions. The Powermore engine is not excluded under this

agreement.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a 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 Canada, including possessions and

territories.

f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.

g. Transportation charges and service calls.

h. If Products are used commercially. (MTD may separately offer Limited Commercial Warranties on certain select

products. Ask your dealer or retailer for details or contact MTD Service for more information.)

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. During the period of the warranty, the exclu-

sive 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 jurisdictions 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.

HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you

may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.

IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage.

MTD Products Ltd., P. O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone: 1-800-668-1238

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Parts List

For parts and/or

accessories refer to

customer support on

page 2.

Adressez-vous au

«Service après-vente»

à la page 2 pour ce qui

concerne les pièces

et/ou accessoires.

REF PA RT

NO. NO.

N° DE N° DE

RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION

1 710-0654A Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 x .88 Vis autotaraudée 3/8-16 x 0,88

2 787-01602 20" Deck w/o sprig logo Pla teau de coupe 20 po sans logo sprig (brin d’herbe)

3 749-04037 Lower Han dle Guidon inférieur

4 749-1092A Up per Han dle Guidon supérieur

5 747-1161A Blade Con trol Han dle Poignée de commande de la lame

6 731-0872B Rear Flap Abattant de pro tec tion arrière

7 17098 Hinge Clip Attache

8 710-1044 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. (Gr 8) Vis à tête hex. 3/8-24 x 1,5 po de lg (Qual. 8)

9 736-0524B Blade Bell Sup port Sup port de lame

10 748-04224 Blade Adapter Adaptateur de lame

11 742-0640 Blade, Cen tre Star, 20" Lame, cen tre étoile, 20 po.

12 731-0064 Fixed Side Chute Déflecteur

13 710-0932 Car riage Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.00" Lg. Boulon ordi naire 1/4-20 x 1,00

14 736-0173 Flat Washer .28 ID x .74 OD x .063 Rondelle plate 0,28 DI x 0,74 DE x 0,063

15 712-04064 Flanged Lock Nut 1/4-20 Gr. F Ny lon Écrou à embase 1/4-20 Qual. F ny lon

16 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg. Gr. 5 Boulon hex. 5/16-18 x 0,75 po de lg. Qual. 5

17 712-04063 Flanged Lock Nut 5/16-18 Gr. F Ny lon Écrou à embase 5/16-18 Qual. F ny lon

18 710-1205 Rope Guide Bolt Boulon de guidage de cor don

19 710-0262 Car riage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50 Gr. 2 Boulon ordi naire 5/16-18 x 1,50 Qual. 2

22 734-04063 Front Wheel Ass’y 7" Star Di a mond Grey En sem ble de roue avant 7 x 1,50 Diamant gris

23 738-0533 Shoul der Screw .498" DIA. x 1.64 Vis épaulée 0,498 DIA x 1,64

24 736-0105 Cupped Washer .375 ID x Rondelle creuse 0,375 DI x 0,870 DE x 0,063

.870 OD x .063

25 712-04065 Flanged Lock Nut 3/8-16 Gr. F Ny lon Écrou à embase 3/8-16 Qual. F ny lon

26 725-0157 Ca ble Tie Attache-câble

27 746-0957 Con trol Ca ble 37.25" Lg. (B&S) Câble de la commande 37,25 po de lg. (B&S)

29 738-04033 Shoul der Screw, 3/8-16 x .428 Vis épaulée 3/8-16 x 0,498 DIA

30 753-0588 Blade Adapter Kit Kit - Adaptateur de lame

11A-020

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Garantie

Le non-respect des

conseils d’entretien

et de lubrification

annule la garantie.

GARANTIE LIMITÉE DE DEUX ANS

La garantie limitée qui est énoncée ci-dessous est offerte par MTD Products Limited, pour toutes les marchandises

achetées et utilisées au Canada et/ou ses territoires (l’une ou l’autre entité respectivement appelée « MTD »).

« MTD » garantit que ce produit (à l’exception des pièces à usure normale énumérées ci-dessous)est exempt de tout

vice de matière et de fabrication pour une durée de deux (2) ans à compter de la date de l’achat initial et s’engage

à réparer ou à remplacer, gratuitement et à son choix, toute pièce qui s’avère défectueuse en raison d’un vice de

matière ou de fabrication. Cette garantie limitée n’est applicable que si ce produit a été utilisé et entretenu conformé-

ment aux instructions de la notice d’utilisation qui l’accompagne. De plus, le produit ne doit pas avoir fait l’objet d’un

emploi incorrect ou abusif, d’une utilisation à des fins commerciales, d’une négligence, d’un accident, d’un entretien

incorrect, d’une modification, d’un acte de vandalisme, d’un vol, d’un incendie, d’une inondation ou de tout autre

dégât causé par tout incident ou désastre naturel. Les dégâts causés par l’installation ou l’utilisation d’une pièce, d’un

accessoire ou d’un équipement annexe, dont l’emploi avec le produit faisant l’objet de la notice d’utilisation n’est pas

homologué par MTD, rendront la garantie nulle et non avenue.

Les pièces ou composants à usure normale sont garantis exempts de tout vice de matière et de fabrication pour une

période de 30 jours à compter de la date d’achat. Les pièces et composants à usure normale comprennent, sans s’y

limiter, les batteries, courroies, lames, adaptateurs de lame, sacs à herbe, roues du plateau de coupe des tondeuses

à siège, sièges, patins de souffleuses, roues de frottement, lames de raclage, le caoutchouc de la tarière et pneus,

l’huile à moteur, les filtres à air et bougies.

POUR FAIRE HONORER LA GARANTIE : Présentez UNE PREUVE D’ACHAT à la station technique agréée de

votre localité. Pour localiser une station technique agréée ou un concessionnaire dans votre région, adressez-vous à

MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 4J1 ou appelez le 1-800-668-1238 ou visitez notre site web au www.

mtdcanada.com

Cette garantie limitée ne couvre pas:

a. Le moteur ou ses composants. Ces articles peuvent être couverts par une garantie séparée du fabricant.

Consultez la garantie du fabricant quant aux conditions. Le moteur Powermore à soupapes en tête n’est pas

exclus aux termes de cette garantie.

b. Les pompes, soupapes et pistons des fendeuses à bois sont couverts par une garantie séparée d’un an.

c. Les articles d’entretien courant tels que les lubrifiants, filtres, aiguisages de lame et révisions, les réglages de

frein, de l’embrayage ou du plateau de coupe et la détérioration normale de la finition du fait de l’utilisation de la

machine ou de son exposition aux intempéries.

d. L’entretien ou les réparations effectués par quiconque autre qu’une station technique agréée.

e. MTD ne garantit pas les produits vendus ou exportés du Canada, de ses possessions et territoires.

f. Les pièces de rechange si elles ne sont pas des pièces MTD authentiques.

g. Les frais de transport des machines et de déplacement des techniciens.

h. Les produits utilisés dans un but commercial. (Certains produits peuvent être accompagnés d’une garantie limitée

MTD séparée pour usage commercial. Renseignez-vous auprès du concessionnaire ou détaillant pour plus de

détails ou adressez-vous directement au service après-vente de MTD.)

Aucune garantie tacite, y compris toute garantie tacite de qualité marchande ou d’adaptabilité dans un but

particulier, ne s’applique aux pièces identifiées ci-dessus après la période de vigueur de la garantie écrite

expresse. Aucune autre garantie expresse, qu’elle soit verbale ou écrite, à l’exception des stipulations

ci-dessus, offerte par toute personne ou entité (y compris un concessionnaire/revendeur), pour tout produit,

n’engage MTD. Pendant la période de garantie, la réparation ou le remplacement du produit ci-dessus

constitue le recours exclusif à la disposition du client.

Les stipulations énoncées dans cette garantie offrent le seul recours à la suite de la vente. MTD ne peut être

tenue responsable pour toute perte ou tout dommage accessoire ou immatériel comprenant, sans s’y limiter,

les frais de remplacement ou de substitution des services d’entretien des pelouses ou les frais de location

pour remplacer temporairement un article sous garantie.

Certaines juridictions ne permettent pas l’inclusion ou la restriction des dommages accessoires ou immatériels ou

une limite à la durée de la garantie tacite. Par conséquent, les exclusions ci-dessus peuvent ne pas s’appliquer dans

votre situation.

Le remboursement ou remplacement quel qu’il soit ne sera en aucun cas supérieur au montant du prix d’achat du

produit vendu. Toute modification des caractéristiques de sécurité rendra la garantie nulle et non avenue.

L’utilisateur assume tout risque et toute responsabilité en cas de perte, de dommage matériel ou de blessure résultant

de l’utilisation incorrecte du produit ou de l’incapacité de l’employer.

Cette garantie limitée n’est offerte qu’à l’acheteur initial ou à la personne à laquelle le produit a été offert en cadeau.

LES LOIS LOCALES ET CETTE GARANTIE : Cette garantie limitée vous accorde des droits juridiques spécifiques

et vous pouvez bénéficier d’autres droits qui varient selon les juridictions.

IMPORTANT : Le propriétaire doit présenter le reçu original pour faire honorer la garantie.

MTD Products Ltd., C.P. 1386, Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4J1; téléphone: 1-800-668-1238

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