Yard Machines Lawn Mower 580 User manual

 22” Side Discharge
© Lawn Mower
‘Model Series 580
oi.
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. | _
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED INU.S.A. — o ВЕ FORM NO. 770-10113
| a | a (10/98)
SECTION 1: FINDING LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER
This Operators Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain your mower properly. Please read and understand what it says. -
Before you start to prepare your equipment for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the
information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you
need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department.
* Every lawn mower has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the t unit in the operating
position and looking down at the rear of the deck.
* The model plate will look like Figure 1.
| This is where the model number will be.
XKKXK-K-XXX-X-XXXK XXXXXXXXKXXX
_ This is where the serial number will be.
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
MTD PRODUCTS INC
MID PRODUCT
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136
For A EEE ll
Figure 1
SECTION 2: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
* Locate your mower’s model number and serial number — Record this information in the space
provided. To find your unit's specific model number and serial number, see the earlier section.
e If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any questions regarding the controls,
operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
о Customer Support can be reached by dialing:
| 1- (330) 220-4MTD
(4683)
| or
1- (800)-800-7310
° Although both the model and the serial numbers are important for expediting service, you will be asked to
enter only your lawn mower’s serial number before your call can be processed. | |
SECTION 3:
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could
endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions
~ in this manual before attempting to operate your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result i in personal injury. When you see this symbol, heed its warning.
WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to he rules for safe operation in
a this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator
MD can result in serious injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the © following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
1. General Operation |
* Read this operator's manual carefully ir 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. Be
— completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this machine before operating it. Keep this
manual! in a safe place for future reference and for
ordering replacement parts. |
Your rotary mower 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.
Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
a power mower. Children 14 years old and over
should only operate mower under close parental
~~ supervision. Only responsible individuals who are
familiar with these rules of safe operation s should be
allowed to use your mower. |
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Stop engine
when they are in the vicinity of your mower to help
prevent blade contact or thrown object injury.
Although the area ‘of operation should be
completely cleared of foreign objects, an object
may have been overlooked and could be
accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction
and cause serious personal injury to the operator or -
any others allowed in the area.
‘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. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Never
operate a unit in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light
— weight (e.g. canvas) shoes. |
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
during operation or while performing an adjustment
or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the machine in any direction. -
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, toys and other foreign objects which could
be picked up and thrown by the mower in any
direction and cause serious personal injury to the
‘operator or any others allowed in the area. Plan
your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
~ toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.
To help avoid a thrown objects injury, keep
N children, bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet
© from the mower while it is in operation.
; a Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of discharge opening at all times
as the rotating blade can cause injury.
В Many injuries occur as a result of the n mower being
— pulled over the foot during a fall. Do not hang on to
the mower if you are falling; release the handle
“immediately.
Never pull the mower toward you while you are
walking. If you must back the mower away from a
ВЕ wall or obstruction first look down and behind, and
. then follow these steps:
1. Step back from the mower to fully extend your
arms. |
2. Be sure you are el balanced with sure
footing.
3. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half
way toward you. - |
4. Repeat these steps as needed.
Do not operate the mower while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
Do not engage the self- propelled mechanism on
units so equipped while starting engine.
. . 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.
— Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
serious personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the
handle and walk, never run. If you feel you are
losing your footing, RELEASE THE BLADE
CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATELY and the blade
“will stop rotating within three seconds.
-e Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
* Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks
or roads.
* If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
* 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.
Never operate mower without proper guards, grass
catcher, plates or other safety protective devices in
place. :
» Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
. Only use accessories approved for this machine by
the manufacturer. Read, understand, and follow all
instructions provided with the approved accessory.
e If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your
dealer for assistance. Telephone 1-800-800-7310
for the name of your nearest dealer.
* Do not adjust the throttle control while the engine is
still running.
2. Slope Operation
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 as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this
unit on that area or serious injury could result.
Do:
e Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
e Watch for holes, ruts, hidden objects, or bumps.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
* 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 in less
than 3 seconds.
Do not:
* Do not mow “near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose footing or
balance.
Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as
shown on the slope gauge. |
* Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could
cause slipping.
3. 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. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
* Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.
* Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the
area. ВЕ
“e Before and while moving backwards, look behind
and down for small children or other objects.
* Never allow children under age 14 to operate the
mower. Children 14 years of age and above
should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual.
+ Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
your vision of a child or hazard.
4. Service
* Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
- vapors are explosive. |
* Use only an approved gasoline container.
* Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is running. Allow engine to cool at least two
“minutes before refueling. |
+ Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any
spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may
cause a fire or explosion. |
. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
* Never refuel machine indoors because flammable
vapors will accumulate in the area.
* Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame or spark such as a
gas water heater, space heater, or furnace.
* Never run an engine inside a closed area.
* To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes
before storing.
* Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting.
Check the blade and. engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,
cracked or worn). Replace with blade which meets
original equipment specifications listed in this
manual.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug, and -
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair the damage before Starting and operating
the mower.
Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height |
adjustment while the engine | is running.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DONOT YB
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Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
safety protection, frequently check components and
replace with manufacturers recommended parts,
when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing them.
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.
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. Two safety labels are
reproduced in Figure 2.
"A DANGER
| AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
7 KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM
"ROTATING PARTS.
@ = REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN
WE BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION.
NN WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
I > DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR |
MEE OTHERS ARE AROUND. -
§ = USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES. DO NOT J
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(| KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY ||
Figure 2 Safety Labels Found On Lawn Mower
SLOPE GAUGE
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SECTION 5: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
- For identification purposes, lay out the hardware according to the ilustration below. Part numbers are shown | in
parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.)
A | Attaching the struts
— Hex Bolt
| 1/4-20:.620
— —_ (710-0751) и
ED do (710-0751) Bell Washer
265 |.D. x .75 O.D. x .062
(736-0270)
\ Nut1/4-20
/ (712-0287) =
Lock Washer 516
| (736- 0119) |
Saddle Washer
| 320 LD. x 83 O.D.
— (736-0451)
Nut 5/16-18 a В
(712-0267) |
B Attaching the rear wheels
(Only required if rear wheels are not installed before shipping)
~~ Wave Washer |
| +510 10. х „750 О.Р. х ‚017
| (736-0504)
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(750-0151)
Flat Washer | | a a ~~ Top Lock Jam Nut
4061.D.x.8120D.x05¢ 02020088 3/8-16
(736-3050) ВЕ В | (712-3020)
SECTION 6: UNPACKING
Removing Unit from Carton
* Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator's manual, etc.). See Figure 3. |
Figure 3
« Cut along dotted lines and lay carton down flat. Remove packing material. Roll or slide unit out of carton.
Check carton thoroughly for loose parts.
NOTE: Make sure not to crimp the cables while removing the loose parts or the entire unit from the carton.
SECTION 7: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: This operator's manual caters to several models of lawn mowers. Please follow instructions pertaining
to your unit only.
Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.
Tools Required
Pair of Pliers
Set of adjustable wrenches
Funnel
Important: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL in the engine. Be certain to service engine with
gasoline and oil before operating your mower.
Disconnecting Spark Plug
Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it
against the engine. See Figure 4. |
о Ifthe engine Is equipped with the optional rubber boot, attach the boot to a bolt on the engine to ground.
Rubber
Spark Plug
Wire Boot
> _— \_ | spark
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Figure 4
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Assembling Handle
1. Lift
2. Lift upper lower handle
handle |
| | Figure 5
* Raise the lower handle in the direction shown in Figure 5 (step 1) till it snaps into place.
* Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in Figure 5 (step 2). Tighten the hand knobs which are
already on the handle. See Figure GA. For convenience in assembly, do not overtighten these knobs as
you will be replacing these later in the assembly.
NOTE: Make sure to route the cables inside the lower handle. Also do not crimp the cables while lifting the
handle up. В Ш | |
* For shipping purposes, the hairpin clip is placed in the outer hole of the weld pin on the | lower handle.
Remove the hairpin clip from the outer hole of the weld pin. x
e Usinga pair of pliers, insert the hairpin clip into the inner hole i in the weld pin. Repeato on other side. See
Figure 6B. | | |
* Attach the cables to the lower handle with the $ two cable ties already o on the lower handle. Pul tight the
cable ties and cut off the extra. See Figure 6C below.
Upper Handle В Move hairpin clip to = Cable Tie В
this hole
Lower Handle
Lower
Hand Knob
В — Handle |
Figure 6
Installing Strut
* Remove the two plastic hand knobs which s secure the upper handle to the lower handle. Discard the hand
knobs. |
* Place the saddle washers over the carriage bolts on the handle aligning the curved side of the bolts
- against the contour of the handle. See Figure 7.
* Place struts over the carriage bolts. Secure loosely with lock washers and hex nuts. See Figure 7.
+ Attach the other end of the struts as follows. Place one cupped washer over each hex bolt aligning the
crowned side of the washer against the head of the bolt. Insert hex bolts up through the middle holes in
deck beside the engine and then through the struts. Secure with cupped washers (cupped side against
strut) and hex nuts. See Figure 7. | |
Dr
Carriage Bolt
| > AN Saddle Washer
| e | | Hex Nut
Xx NS
SNS | -
| | Hex Nut
—
Hex Bolt — —»
Cupped Washer
Figure 7
Installing Rear Wheels and Axle Shaft
NOTE: Some lawn mower models covered in this operators manual are shipped with the rear wheels and
axle shaft already installed on the unit. If your mower is one of these, proceed to the next sub-section now.
e Block the rear of the mower securely. Move rear height adjusters to the highest position. For location and
description of these height adjusters, refer to the Controls section of this manual.
* Note that the right side of the axle shaft has two tabs and the left side has one tab only. See Figure 8.
Identify the right and the left side of the rear axle shaft before proceeding to install.
Slide the left side of the rear axle shaft through the right pivot bar as shown in Figure 8.
» Rotate the axle shaft until the first tab on the right side of the shaft clears the keyed hole on the pivot bar.
Rotate further until the second tab on the right side of the axle shaft locks into the hole in the pivot bar
and the tab on the left side of the axle shaft touches the surface of the left pivot bar.
e Insert a spacer and a wave washer on the axle shaft followed by wheel assembly, flat washer and a hex
jam nut. See Figure 8. Tighten securely.
Pivot Bar | -
um |
\ + Rear Axle ss >
Shaft
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Wheel TaN
Spacer
Wave Washer
Flat
Washer
Hex Jam
Figure 8
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* Install the other wheel assembly and the other end of the axle shaft in the same way.
* Remove the blocks from the rear of the mower and place the rear ‘height adjusters in the same relative
position as the two front height adjusters. |
Attaching Starter Rope
- NOTE: The rope guide is already attached to the right side of the upper handle of your mower.
* With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper
handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. -
~ + Slip the rope through the rope guide. See Figure 9. Tighten. the wing nut holding the rope guide to the
| upper handie.
— Wing Nut
Figure o Ne
Chute Deflector |
The chute deflector is held in an upright position during 9 shipping by means of a retainer. Remove this retainer
following the steps below.
* Lift the spring- -loaded chute up towards the engine and remove the retainer. Lower the chute carefully into
the operating position keeping fingers out of the way.
WARNING: The chute retainer is used for shipping purposes only. 1 must be removed from the chute
deflector and discarded before operating the mower. 5 |
Chute Deflector
Chute Retainer—|
Figure 10
Installing Muiching Baffle (Optional)
A mulching kit (OEM 190-110) is available for the mowers shown in n this manual. To obtain a mulching kit,
contact the local retailer or service dealer. Some lawn mower models covered in this manual may already be
equipped with the optional mulching baffle. If yours is one of these, install the baffle following the steps below.
* Lift the chute deflector up and slide the notches at the bottom of the mulching baffle over the lip of the
discharge opening. See Figure 11.
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* Push the hooks on top of the baffle till these snap over the hinge on the discharge chute. Release the
chute deflector.
Va Deflector о
Wu Mulching Baffle
| —— |
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Hook VS
| Notéhes
ВЕ | Figure 11
SECTION 8: CONTROLS
IMPORTANT: Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or
repairs on it. Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the
illustrations in Figure 12 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and
adjustments. | | В
Blade Control Handle —» | / A=
| L Drive Clutch Control
hrottle Control Lever
(Optional)
Recoil Starter
Gas Cap
Oil Fill Cap
Chute Deflector—— — N Sa = / | a Height
Front Height | | — Mus | Adjuster Lever
Adjuster Lever
Figure 12
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Drive Clutch Control
Squeeze the drive clutch control against the upper. handle of the mower to engage the drive mechanism and
move the wheels. Release the drive clutch control to slow down the mower when negotiating an obstacle,
making a turn, or stopping the mower.
Recoil Starter В
The recoil starter rope is attached to the handle. Stand behind i the unit and pull the recoil starter to: start the |
unit. - - | | ВЕ a В ВЕ
Blade Control Handle о ‘ E. В
A WARNING: This control mechanism sa safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations.
The blade control handle i is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 12. The blade control
handle must be. depressed i in order to operate the unit. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine
and blade.
| 4 WARNING: The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running.
Throttle Control (Optional) |
Your lawn mower may be equipped with one of three types of throttle controls described below. Follow
instructions which pertain to your unit. |
1. The throttle control is located on the left side of the upper handle. ti is used to regulate the engine speed.
2. The throttle control is located on the engine. It is used to regulate the. engine speed.
3. The mower engine is equipped with a constant speed throttle, which is set at full throttle for. best
performance.
WARNING: The throttle control cannot be used to stop the engine. Also if your mower’s throttle
A control is located on the engine, do not adjust the throttle control while the engine is running.
Primer (If equipped)
The primer is located on the engine as ‘shown in Figure 12 and is used to pump gas into the carburetôr. Use it
to start a cold engine, but do not use it to. restart a warm engine after short shutdown.
Height Adjustment Lever | пе a _ - =
The height adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height. See Figure 12.
All four levers have to be put at the same level for uniform cutting height.
SECTION 9: OPERATION
| — WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to warning label
A in Figure 2,
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. We recommend wide vision
— safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses. ©
Gas and Oil Fill- -Up
* Service the engine with’ gasoline and oil as instructed | in the separate engine manual packed with your
‘mower. Read instructions carefully. - | | a
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to
cool for at least two minutes after running. Ш | |
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Before Starting
e Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If your unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark
plug wire, make certain the metal cap 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 and Engage Blade
« If engine is equipped with a throttle control lever, move the lever all the way forward to the FAST (rabbit)
position. Your mower is designed to operate at full throttle. Engines with fixed throttles operate at full throttle
too. | |
» If engine is equipped with a primer, prime engine as instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your unit. | | | | | a
+ Standing behind the unit, depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle.
« Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will
pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind slowly. | a.
« Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on recoil starter. Return it slowly to the
rope guide. See Figure 13. | |
|
i “Hold blade control handle
EN firmly against upper handle
=
Pull starter rope г
Figure 13
To Stop Engine and Blade
< If engine is equipped with throttle control lever on the handle, move the lever to the SLOW (turtle)
position. |
* Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade.
) WARNING: The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine has been shut off.
« Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent accidental starting while
equipment is unattended. |
NOTE: For shipping purposes your mower is set with the wheels in a low cutting height position. For best
results, raise the cutting position until it is determined which height is best for your lawn.
Using Rotary Mower
WARNING: Never operate your unit without either the rear deflector or entire grass catcher assembly
Aa in place. | |
« Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or
engine. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious
personal injury to the operator and others. - | |
* For best results, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower, preventing
proper discharge of grass clippings, and could cause you to slip and fall. New grass, thick grass or wet
grass may require a narrower cut. Blade speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn.
° For a healthy lawn, never cut more than one-third of the total length of the grass at any one cutting. Lawn
should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.
e This mower is designed to be operated at full throttle to give you the best cut and do the most effective
job of bagging the cut grass.
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> Squeeze the drive clutch control against the upper handle of the mower to engage the drive mechanism
“and move the wheels. Release the drive clutch control to slow down the mower when negotiating an
obstacle, making a turn, or stopping the mower.
| WARNING: I you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark plug, thoroughly
A inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the
mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit
~ should be promptly inspected and repaired. | |
Using Mulcher (Optional Equipment)
e For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck,
preventing proper mulching of grass clippings. o
* New or thick grass may require a narrower cut. The ground speed of the mower should be e adjusted to the
“condition of the lawn. If mowing has been delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of
4", mulching is not recommended. Mow using the grass bag (it so equipped) E o reduce the grass height to
3-1/4" maximum before mulching. | | |
SECTION 10: ADJUSTMENTS a
| $ WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any
| A adjustments on your lawn п mower. | | |
Adjusting Cutting Height _ | | | |
IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed in the same relative position. For rough ‹ or uneven lawns, move the
height adjustment lever to a higher position. This will help stop scalping of the grass. |
There is an adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel to enable the operator to adjust the r mower $
cutting height. Each adjusting plate has nine height positions. Height of cut will be changed when you move
the thumb lever from one hole to another within these nine positions.
* Simply depress the lever towards wheel and move lever assembly to desired position. See Figure 14A.
* For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment levers to higher cutting height position.
Height Adjustment
Lever
Lower
Handle
Figure 14
| Adjusting Handle e Height
‘Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. To lower the handle height, proceed as
follows. |
. | Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.
* Remove the upper handle by removing the hand knobs and carriage bolts. Lay the upper handle out of
the way, being careful not to bend or kink the cables. |
* Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the handle brackets. Refer to Figure 6B. Press out on the
legs of the lower handle. Remove lower handle from the mower.
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Tum the lower handle around so the notch on the bottom of the lower handle is facing forward as shown
in Figure 14B. Reassemble, placing the bottom holes in the handle over the weld pins in the handle
mounting bracket.
Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle.
Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes of the weld pins and attach the starter rope as instructed in the
Assembly section.
Adjusting Throttle Control
If your lawn mower is equipped with an adjustable throttle control on the handle (refer to the first category of
throttle control described on page 13 of this manual), adjust it following instructions below.
Adjust the throttle control only if it is out of adjustment, or if it has been replaced.
Remove the screw shown in Figure 15. Remove the cable clamp from the cable. NOTE: If your mower
has a Tecumseh engine, simply loosen the screw shown in Figure 15 so the cable will move freely
beneath the clamp. It is not necessary to remove the screw and clamp completely. |
Push the throttle control lever on the handle all the way forward as far as it will go, then back it off one
“click.” Make certain the throttle control lever remains in this position.
Push the control lever on the engine as far toward the rear of the engine as it will go. Secure the cable in
this position with the cable clamp and screw.
Briggs & Stratton Engines
Cable
Clamp
| a | e Control
Cable Lever on Scréw \ ; 1) ever ,
Clamp Engine | ‚On Engine -
Quantum Models Е Sprint & Classic Models
Tecumseh Engines
=) Cable Clamp
/ |
Control |
Leveron | crew
Engine
Figure 15
Adjusting Drive Clutch | | |
The drive clutch control adjustment wheel is located in the drive clutch control handle housing and is used to
tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will have to adjust the drive clutch control if any of the following happens:
1.
The mower does not propel itself with the drive clutch engaged.
2. The mower's drive wheels hesitate with the drive clutch engaged.
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* To adjust the drive clutch, rotate the adjustment wheel with your fingers. You should rotate the wheel
clockwise to tighten the cable and counter-clockwise to loosen the cable. See Figure 16.
If the drive clutch control handle is not in a comfortable position for you, adjust the handle by tightening
the adjustment wheel. See Figure 16. |
Adjustment Wheel
Figure 16
Adjusting Carburetor
If the engine is running rough, minor adjustments to he carburetor may be required to compensate for
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load.
NOTE: A dirty air cleaner may cause an engine to run rough too. So make sure that the air cleaner i is clean
and attached to the carburetor before deciding to adjust the carburetor. | mn
To adjust the carburetor, please follow the recommendations and instructions on carburetor adjustment | in the
engine manual. |
WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine > (e. 9. carburetor) while the engine is running,
keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces like the muffler.
SECTION 11: LUBRICATION _
WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning lubricating or
A performing any kind of work on your le lawn mower. a |
For complete lubrication chart, see > Figure 17.
— Wheels: The wheels require no lubrication. However, if the wheels are removed for any reason, » lubricate the
— surface of the axle bolt and the i inner suríace of the wheel with light oil or engine oil.
"Chute Deflector: Lubricate the torsion spring and the pivot point on each end of the chute deflector using a
light oil. This will prevent rusting and ensure that the deflector, which is a safety device, can always work
properly. |
Engine: Follow the engine manual instructions and recommended schedule for lubricating engine
components. В | В | | | В
Pivot Points: Lubricate the pivot points o on the blade control handle, brake cable and the cutting height |
adjustment lever at least once a season with light oil. The blade control handle must operate freely in both
directions. The cutting height adjustment lever should be able to move easily.
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“Lubricate
pivot point
Lubricate
torsion spring
Lubricate
axle bolt,
Lu inner surface
ubricate of wheel
pivot point
SECTION 12: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance
A work or adjustments on your lawn mower.
Cleaning Mower
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent any build-up of grass clippings,
leaves, dirt, or other debris. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will result in rust and corrosion.
e Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a piece of plastic under the
gas cap. | |
e Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the
mower firmly. |
* Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool. Do not use water.
о Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If you had put plastic under the gas cap, make sure to
remove it now. | |
WARNING: Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any
A length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing problems in starting the engine.
Blade Care
+ Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. |
« Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up.
+ Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks; especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary.
WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect hands by using
A heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade.
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| То Remove Blade | | |
o Remove the bolt and the bell washer securing the blade assembly to the crankshaft. See Figure 18A.
* Remove the two pairs of hex bolt and lock nut holding the blade to the blade adapter and the pulley
assembly. Keep the hardware ina safe place. | | |
° Remove the blade and adapter from the crankshaft.
A. Insert screw driver through hole
= -— — Pulley Assembly =
| | {О
Lock Nut ———8 7
2. Blade should be parallel to ground
Screw В
Driver \_ Blade
le ‘ _ | x a
u Hex Bolt - Е — - - ——
— Hex Bolt : О a Ground
|Bell Washer
Figure 18
To Replace Blade: |
« Before reinstalling the blade and the pulley to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the i inner
~ surface of the blade adapter | with "light oil or engine oil. Also lubricate the bolt holes, bolts and inner
surface of the nuts.
* Install the pulley over the blade adapter with the “star away from the рийеу. See Figure 18A.
* Place the new blade on the adapter with the side marked bottom (or with part number) facing € away from
the adapter.
* Secure the blade to the pulley and the blade adapter with two hex bolts and lock nuts as shown in figure.
Tighten the hex bolts to the torque listed below.
| * Install the blade assembly on the crankshaft. Secure with the large h hex bolt and bell washer (cupped side
| of the washer against blade) and tighten to the torque listed below.
Blade Mounting Torque: .
Blade Adapter Bolts: 120 inch- Ibs. minimum; 150 inch-ibs. maximum.
Center Bolt: 450 inch- Ibs. minimum; 600 inch-lbs. maximum. |
IMPORTANT: The bolt, used to secure the blade to the engine, is specialy heat-treated. Do not substitute.
To order replacement bolt, refer to the Parts List section of this manual.
_ WARNING: To ensure safe operation of ‘your unit, ail nuts and bolts must tbe checked periodically for
A correct tightness. | a. |
To Sharpen Blade:
* The blade can be sharpened with a file € or on a a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while blade | 15
still installed on the mower. |
* Follow the original angle of grind as a guide. Make sure that each cutting edge receives an equal amount
of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. |
МОТЕ: Ап unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds, may cause damage
to the mower and could break, causing personal i injury. Test the blade by balancing itona round shait
screwdriver or a blade balancer. See Figure 18B. |
If the blade is not balanced, remove metal from the heavy s side until it balances evenly.
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Replacing Rear Flap a
The rear flap is attached to the back of the mower deck, and is designed to minimize the possibility of objects
being thrown from the rear of the mower towards the operator. If the rear flap is damaged, replace as follows.
e To remove the old rear flap, compress the hinge clips and remove the flap from the slot in rear of the
deck. See Figure 19. | a | 5
* To attach the new rear flap, place new hinge clips in the slots on the flap. Then compress the spring clips
and reinsert flap in slots in rear of deck. See Figure 19.
- Rear Flap
«Deck
Figure 19
Replacing Drive Belt
Remove the two shoulder screws from top of the deck which secures the front drive cover to the mower
deck. a | |
e Remove the front drive cover from the unit by lightly pressing inward on the sides of the front drive cover.
This will release the tabs that secure the front drive cover to the height adjuster brackets.
« Remove the idler and hardware from the idler bracket using 7/16” wrench and socket.
e Remove the belt from the transmission pulley as shown in Figure 20.
Drive Belt
NOTE: The wheels have
| been moved forward in
this picture for clarity.
Do not remove the
wheels away from the
mower housing while
| replacing the drive belt.
Pulley
Belt
Keeper
Lock Nut
N
SL | Spacer Idler
Shoulder
Front Drive Cover Screw
Figure 20
20
Lift and stabilize the front of the deck.
Loosen the center hex bolt and lower the blade and | engine pulley until there is adequate clearance to move
the belt past the belt keeper.
Remove the belt from the engine pulley and around the blade. See Figure 21.
Reassembie in reverse order with new belt (part # 754- -0465). NOTE: Begin idler reassembly by inserting bolt
up through the idler bracket hole. Adjust the drive clutch following instructions on page 1 16 of ‘this manual.
IMPORTANT: Torque с center hex bolt to between 450 and 600 in. lbs.
Left Front
ВЕ Right Front ho) — = LAN
Wheel NM a с MF s 1 Wheel
Remove belt
~~ Engine __ __ A (IAE A from around
| Pulley | o. — j pulley and blade
Center | Y ВЕ В ZA |
Hex Bolt [o a. В | ВЕ
ВЕ Figure 21
Maintaining Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual for € engine maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual | packed with your unit. Read and follow:
instructions carefully. | | Dom
Service air cleaner every y 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty
conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced.
— To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
‘The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement i is
recommended at the start of each mowing season; check engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.
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. | |
SECTION 13: "OFF-SEASON STORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage if it wil not be used for 30 days o or more.
Compliance with these instructions will ensure that your mower will work properly when it is reused next season.
Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions.
Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.
Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting.
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 cable and all moving parts.
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SECTION 14: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Corrective Actions
Engine fails to
start
Blade control handle disengaged.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Dirty aircleaner.
Primer button not depressed.
Throttle controi lever not in correct
starting position (if so equipped).
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line (if so equipped).
|Engage blade control handle.
Connect wire to spark plug.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Move throttle lever to FAST or START position.
Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty
days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clean fuel line.
Faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
| Engine flooded. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Engine runs Unit running in START position. Move throttle lever to FAST position. |
erratic Spark plug wire loose. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. Check spark plug for
| fouling.
Blocked fuel line (if so equipped) or Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will
stale fuel. not last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is added.
Vent in gas cap plugged. Clear vent or threads or replace.
Water or dirt in fuel system. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Dirty air cleaner. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Carburetor out of adjustment. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Engine ¡Engine oil level low. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
overheats Dirty aircieaner. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Air flow restricted.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove blower
housing and clean.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or see an
authorized service dealer.
Occasionat skip
(hesitates) at
Spark plug gap too close.
Carburetor idle mixture adjustment
Adjust gap to .030". |
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
high speed improperly set.
Idles poorly Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too Reset gap to .030" or replace spark plug.
wide. a.
Carburetor improperly adjusted. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Dirty air cleaner. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Excessive Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
vibration Bent cutting blade. See an authorized service dealer.
Mower will not [Engine speed too low. Set throttle between 3/4 and full throttle.
mulch grass Wet grass. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut.
Excessively high grass. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at
desired height or make a narrower cutting swath (1/2 width).
Wheels not positioned correctly. Place all four wheels in same height position.
Uneven cut
Dull blade.
Sharpen or replace blade.
Wheels will not
propel
Drive belt not installed properly.
Debris clogging belt mechanism.
Check belt and reinstalll pulley if necessary.
Clean the area around the belt by scraping with a hard
brush.
Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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SECTION 15: REPAIR PARTS
| SEE ENGINE |
MANUAL
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Ref. Ref. |
No. Part No. Description No. Part No. Description
1 1731-1057 Upper Drive Cover 37 1742-0642 Blade 22”
2 1731-0620 Drive Lever 742-0742 Mulching Blade - 22”
3 [731-1058 Lower Drive Cover 38 |736-0452 Bell Washer .396 1.D. x 1.140 O.D. x
4 1731-1059 Mounting Cap 39 |710-0606 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 1.50
5 1710-1667 Screw # 10-16 x .625 40 |710-1257 Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 2.50
6 |746-0960 Drive Cable 41 1710-0599 Tapp Screw 1/4-20 x .500
7 1747-0824 Control Lever 42 736-0270 Bell Wash .265 x .75 x .062
647-0004 Deluxe 43 |712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20
8 |749- 0539C Upper Handle 44 |736-0270 Bell Washer .265 x .75 x .062
9 746-0875- Throttle Housingt | 45 782-7006 Hinged Mounting Bracket
10 1736-0501 {Curved Washer .663 x .980 x 0141 . | 46 732-0731 Torsion Spring
11 1746-0876 Throttle Levert 47 1747-0710 Hinge Pin
12 1710-0605 Screw Oval C-Sunk 1/4-20 x1 81t | 48 |731-1386A |Mulch Plug
13 720-0279 Knob 49 1731-1034 Chute Deflector
14 712-0267 Hex Nut 5/16-18 50 |710-0793 Bolt 3/8-24 x .80 =
15 710-1205 Eye Bolt 1/4-20 51 |738-0878 Rear Axie
16 746-0842 Throttle Cable: 51” B8S + 52 |738-0507B Shidr Screw .500 Dia x .434
746-0847 Throttle Cable: 42” Tec tt 53 1732-0404 Lever Spring
17 |710-1174 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0 54 720-0190 |Knob
18 | 746-0550 Control Cable: 39” B&S 55 |782-0519A Small Pivot Bar- LH
746-0737 Control Cable: 51” Tec |782-0520A Small Pivot Bar- RH
:.19 1726-0240 | Tie Cable 56 1682-0517 Handie Bracket Assembly - LH
20 [714-0104 Cotter Pin 682-0518 ‘| Handle Bracket Assembly- RH
21 1749-0928 Lower Handle | 57 736-0105 Spring Washer
22 1710-1237 Hex Screw: T: #10-32 x .625 B&S 58 1712-0328 ¡Hex Nut 3/8-24
710-0871 Hex Screw: T: 4+10-32 x .625 Tec 59 1736-0331 Bell Washer .39 x 1.13 x .062
23 |751B213146 | Cable Clamp B&3 60 |712-0798 ‘Hex Nut 3/8-16
7510007775 Cable Clamp Tec 61 750-0151” Spacer _
24 1711-1293. Pin-Belt Keeper 62 1736-0504 Wave Washer .510 ID x .750 OD
25 631-0075A Engine Spacer 63 734-1864 Wheel Complete 14 x 1.8 Grey Bar
26 712-0271 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thread № 1741-0484 Bearing (2 per Wheel - Incl. w/No. 63)
27 1710-0751 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .620 64 |736-3050 Fiat Washer .406 x .812 x .051
28 736-0270 Bell Washer .265 x 65 |712-3020 Top Lock Jam Nut 3/8-16
29 1710-1008 Tapp Screw w/Hex Lock Wash 66 1731-1026 . |Rear Flap
30 |782-0079 Deck 22” SD 67 117098 [Hinge Clip
31 |710-1650 Shoulder Screw TT 68 749-0939 Strut - Handle
32 (731-1926 Trans Cover - Black w/Logo 69 1712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20
| 731-1927 | Trans Cover - Black wo/Logo 70 |736-0451 Saddle Washer .20 ID x .83 OD
33 1754-0466 |V-Belt 71 [736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16
34 [712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 Thd. 72 1811-00185 Throttle Comp. +
35 |756-1146A Drive Pulley 73 |746-0883 Throttle Hsg. w/o Lever
36 |753-0825 Blade Adapter Kit 74 |710-1270 Ser. 1/4-20 x 1.31 Oval C- Sunk
+ Optional
Self-Propelled Front Wheel Drive Transmission: 618-0298A a
| IMPORTANT: For the proper working
| of your mower, | use e Factory Approved
- Parts.
V-BELTS aré specially designed to
engage and disengage safely. A
substitute (non-OEM)
dangerous if it fails to disengage
comletely.
V-Belt can be
— 99 ke Bats,
Bae ®
x a
25
28
Ref. | Ds | Ref. о
No. | Part No. Description — | No. | PartNo. Description
1 [712-3025 Hex Jam Nut 5/16-24 | 29 |618-0298A Transmission- -Complete
2 |736-0425 |Bell Wash .325 x 930 x .045 30 |732-0708 Bearing Retainer
3 |756-1042 Pulley 31 |741-0604 |Bearing Sleeve .50 I.D.
4 1736-0425 Bell Wash .325 x 930 x .045 —| 32 1748-0355 Bearing Support В
5 712-0896 {Hex Nut 1/4 - 28 Lock 33 (1736-0447 Wave Washer 1.5 x 1.0 x .029 Е
6 [736-0406 [Flat Wash .442 x 1.38 x .060 34 |782-0512B [Height Adj. Plate: RH ~~
7 1782-7598 |Belt Keeper | 35 |782-0511A |Height Adj. Plate: LH
8 1741-0124 Ball Bearing 36 |682-0509 = |Pivot Plate Assembly
9 |721-0457 [Oil Seal | 37 |732-0706 |FrontLever RH
10 [750-1050 |Flange Spacer | 38 |732-0707 |Front Lever L.H.
11 [682-0028 [Idler Bracket Assembly 39 [720-0190 |Knob
12 |741-0682A |Bearing Sleeve 40 [710-0216 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x .75
13 |732-0849A |Wash:Flat:.504 x 700 x .030 | 41 1736-0474 Washer DD 1.5" O.D.
14 |710-0299 |Hex Cap Screw 1/4-28 x 1 .00 Gr. 5 | 42 1716-0102 Snap Ring 1.0 Dia
15 |736-0570 Flat Washer .865 x 1.145 x .030. 43 |782-7551 |Wheel Dust Cap
16 |741-0699 Needie Bearing .438 x 625 x .500 44 1717-1534 |Gear 14T RH Fwd
17 1721-0325 Plug 1/4 x .437 | 45 1717-1533 Gear 14T LH Fwd
18 1618-0300 Housing Asm:Upper: (Incl. #1 6) 46 |634-0021A |Wh!8x1.75 Disk Bar Gray Sleeve S
19 |721-0329 |Seal:Oil:.500x .687 x .094 | 47 |731-0981A |Hubcap:Whl:Radial Spoke Grey
20 1741-0673 Flange Bearing .503 x .689 x 792 > 720-0249 Hubcap:Euro:Grey |
21 [611-0105 [Output Shaft | — | 48 |682-0512A |Height Adj. Complete RH
22 |736-0520 Flat Washer 504 x 700 x .030 49 |682-0511A |Height Adj. Complete LH
23 |717-1492 Pinion Shaft 10T. | 50 |682-0030 Cable Idler Bracket
24 1736-0314 - |Thrust Washer .375 x 70x 030 «| 51 1715-0221 Dowel Pin |
25 |736-0569 [Thrust Washer .388 x .625 x .062 52 1736-3013 |Flat Washer 1/2 x 1.00 x .063
26 [618-0299 Housing:Lwr: (Includes #27) 53 (714-0101 |Cotter Pin .08 x 1.42
27 741-0672 Flange Bearing .378 x .531 x .370 54 1738-1002 |Screw, Shoulder .375 x .25AB: 1/4-20
28 [710-1276 |Нех Screw w/Wash 1/4-20 x .750 —55 1754-0466 “V”-Belt
Engine Shroud Chart
NOTE: This chart shows all the optional engine shrouds for the lawn mowers covered in this manual. To order replace-
ment parts, please refer to the shroud and hardware applicable to your lawn mower unit.
Hardware: 710-1256 (Screw)
Part No. Color Part No. Color Part No. “Color
751B281439 |Dark Red 731-1395A Red 731-1402A |Yellow -
7518281440 |Black 731-1396A Black 731-1694 [Black
751B281443 |Bright Red 731-1397A Gray 731-1695 Silver
Hardware: 710-1256 (Screw) 731-1934 Charcoal
Hardware: 710-1256 (Screw)
Part No. Color Part No. Color | Part No. Color
731-1585B . - ¡Black 731-1586B Black 7510143208 Black
Hardware: 710-1274 (Screw) 731-1612A ¡Red Hardware: 7510042823 (Screw)
Hardware: 7510042823 (Screw)
Part No.
Part No. Color Part No. Color Color
7511681311 |Black 751B281451 |Gray 1751B281476 Black
7511681911 |Red - Hardware: 710-1256 (Screw) 751B281777 | Yellow
7511682011 Gray | | Hardware: 710-1237 (Screw)
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase
within the United States of America, its possessions
and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its
option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser,
free of charge, any part or parts found to be
defective in material or workmanship. This warranty
covers units which have been operated and
maintained in accordance with the operating
instructions furnished with the unit; and which have
not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use,
neglect, accident, improper maintenance or
alteration.
Normal wear parts or components thereof are
“subject to separate terms as noted below in the “No
Fault Ninety Day Consumer Warranty” clause.
All normal wear part failures will be covered on this |
product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause.
After 90 days, but within the two year period, normal
wear parts failures will be covered ONLY IF caused
by defects in material or workmanship of OTHER
component parts. Normal wear parts are defined as
batteries*, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags,
rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes,
shave plates and tires.
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, please check the yellow pages or contact
the Customer Service Department of MID
PRODUCTS INC, P. O. Box 368022, Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-9722. Phone 1 (330) 273-4683. The
return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the
factory unless prior written permission has been
extended by the Customer Support Department of
MTD PRODUCTS INC.
Transportation charges: Transportation charges
for the movement of any power equipment unit or
attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser.
Units exported out of the United States: MTD
PRODUCTS INC does not extend any warranty for
YARD MACHINES /
products sold or exported outside of the United
States of America, its possessions and territories,
except those sold through MTD PRODUCTS INC's
authorized channels of export distribution.
Other Warranties:
1. The engine or component parts thereof carry
separate warranties from their manufacturers.
Please refer to the applicable manufacturers
warranty on these items.
2. *Batteries are covered by a 90- -day replacement
warranty.
3. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders or
component parts thereof are covered by a one
year warranty.
4. All other warranties, express or implied,
including any implied warranty of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose, are hereby
expressly disclaimed in their entirety.
5. The provisions as set forth in this warranty
provide the sole and exclusive remedy of MTD
PRODUCTS INC’s obligations arising from the
— sales of its products. MTD PRODUCTS INC will
not be liable for incidental or consequential loss
or damage.
How state law relates to this warranty: This
limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state. Certain disclaimers are not allowed in some
states and therefore they may not apply to you
under all circumstances.
NOTE: This warranty does not cover routine
maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as
brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck
adjustments. Nor does this warranty cover normal
deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or
exposure. | |
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