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Operator's Manual

Pedal Drive Garden Tractor

Models V809H

Y809P

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

TROY-BILT® is a registered trademark owned by Garden Way Incorporated of Troy, New York.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-10189C

(3/2001)

TABLEOFCONTENTS

Content

Important Safe Operation Practices ...................................................................

Slope Gauge ......................................................................................................

Tractor Set-up ....................................................................................................

Know Your Garden Tractor ................................................................................

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Operating Your Garden Tractor .........................................................................

Making Adjustments ..........................................................................................

Maintaining Your Garden Tractor .......................................................................

Service ...............................................................................................................

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Off-Season Storage ...........................................................................................

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

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................

Models V809H and Y809P Parts List .................................................................

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FINDINGMODELNUMBER

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment 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 our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.

You can locate the model number by looking beneath the seat. A sample model plate is explained below.

For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

(Model Number)

(Serial Number)

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

L kcO.OO.OOOC.S,°C

LEVELAND, OHIO 44136_

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.

Call 1- (330) 228-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support representative.

Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call.

See previous section to locate this information. You wilt be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.

WARNING:

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.

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.

California

Proposition 65 Warning:

,_ WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain reproductive harm.

GENERAL OPERATION

1.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2.

Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3.

Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4.

Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5.

To hetp avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.

7.

Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

8.

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

9.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.

10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place.

11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.

12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries.

13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass.

14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway.

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

16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

17. Never carry passengers.

18. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse.

Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.

19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.

20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any adjustments.

21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.

22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not be driven up or down ramp(s), because the unit could tip over, causing serious personal injury. The unit must be pushed manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.

23. Mufflerandenginebecome burn.Donottouch.

clearances wires,door pulledfromtheunit,whichcouldresultinserious injury.

brakepedalcompletely tostartengine.

grassofa heightnomorethan10". Donotattempt tall,drygrass(e.g., pasture)orpilesofdryleaves.Drygrassorleaves

maycontacttheengineexhaustand/orbuildupon a potentialfirehazard.

forthismachinebythemachine andfollowallinstructions providedwiththeapproved attachment.

evaluatetheirabilitytooperatetheridingmower fromseriousinjury.

occurwhicharenotcoveredinthis manual,usecareandgoodjudgment.

MTDServiceDealerforassistance.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feet uneasy on it, do not mow it.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this 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:

1.

Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

2.

Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3.

Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly.

Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action.

4.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

5.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

6.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury.

7.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

1.

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

2.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.

3.

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

4.

Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

5.

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

6.

Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Overspeeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death.

7.

Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g.

loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control. (e.g. tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to overturn).

CHILDREN

1.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children wilt remain where you last saw them.

a.

Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

b.

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

c.

Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children.

d.

Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

objectsthatmayblockyourvisionofa child whomayrunintothemachine.

Reverse" featureisa remindernottocutinreverseand to helpavoidbackoveraccidents.

defeatit.

g. Keepchildrenawayfromhotor running engines.Theycansufferburnsfroma hot muffler.

9. Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsoldtooperate

Children14yearsoldandovershould safetyrulesinthismanualandshouldbetrained

TOWING

1.

Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

2.

Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

3.

Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

5.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

6.

Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

SERVICE

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.

a.

Use only an approved gasoline container.

b.

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.

c.

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

d.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

e.

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

f.

Never fuet machine indoors.

g.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

h.

Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.

i.

Replace gasoline cap andtighten securely.

j.

If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to another area.

Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. k.

To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.

L Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

m. Allow a machine to cool at least 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(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

3.

Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, your unit should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer.

4.

Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.

5.

Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked).

Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!"

6.

Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

7.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

8. Nevertamperwiththesafetyinterlocksystemor othersafetydevices.Checktheirproperoperation

regularly.

9. Afterstrikinga foreignobject,stoptheengine, againsttheengine.Thoroughly

Repairthedamage beforestartingandoperating.

10. Neverattempttomakeadjustments whiletheengineis running.

coveraresubjecttowearanddamagewhichcould exposemovingpartsorallowobjectstobethrown.

(O.E.M.)partsonly,listedinthis manual."Useofpartswhichdonotmeetthe

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Donotchangetheenginegovernorsettingsor

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maximum speedoftheengine.

labels,as

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necessary.

Observeproperdisposallawsandregulations gas,oil,etc.to protectthe

environment.

WARNING:

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,

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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.

AttachingtheBatteryCables

NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos.

(+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (-).

• The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured to the positive battery terminal (+) with a hex bolt and hex nut at the factory. Make certain that the rubber boot covers the terminal to help protect it from corrosion.

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

• Remove the black plastic cover, if present, from the negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable (heavy black wire) to the negative battery terminal (-) with the bolt and wing nut.

• Make certain the hold-down strap is in position over the battery, securing it in place. See Figure 1.

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual

(or Kohlerengine's Owner's Manual) packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully.

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.

ShippingBraceRemoval

,_ Make sure the riding mower's the parking brake before removing the shipping brace.

On model V809H, locate the shipping brace and accompanying warning tag found on the right side of the mower, between the discharge chute and the cutting deck. See Figure 2.

Figure 1

NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top of battery, charge the battery as

instructed on page 20 of this manual prior to operating the tractor.

GasandOilFill-up

The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of either two or three gallons. Do not overfill.

WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running.

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

Warning Tag

Figure 2

While holding the discharge chute with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise.

WARNING:

The shipping brace, used for packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower.

WARNING:

The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

AttachingTheCuttingDeck

(ModelY809P)

Notches

Deck Lift Assembly

Lift Cables

Deck Support Pins.

Discharge Chute

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Deck Skid Rod

Deck

Stabilizer

Bracket

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NOTE: components not shown for clarity.

PTO Idler Pulley Bracket

(mounted on tractor)

Front of Tractor

Deck Stabilizer ROd "_

Figure 3

4_ WARNING:

Before attaching the cutting deck, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition key to the

Raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way by placing the lift lever in the top notch on the right fender.

Gently slide the cutting deck beneath the tractor from the right side.

Move the cutting deck into position so that the hooks found on the front end of the deck fit snugly around the deck stabilizer rod as shown in Figure 3.

NOTE:

The stabilizer rod may be secured to the tractor frame with a plastic cable tie for shipping reasons. If so, cut the cable tie before mounting the front of the cutting deck.

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Lower the deck lift arms by placing the lift lever in the bottom notch on the right fender.

Raise the left side of the cutting deck by grasping the deck skid rod and lifting upward. Pull the deck support pin (on the left side of the deck) outward and align it with the hole on the rear of the left deck lift arm before releasing the pin to lock it in place as shown in Figure 3. Repeat on the right side.

Route the PTO belt around the electric PTO clutch as shown in Figure 3.

Grasp the PTO idler pulley bracket and pull it towards the discharge chute, then route the belt around the

PTO idler pulley as shown in Figure 3.

IMPORTANT: Be certain that the FLAT side of the PTO belt is the side coming in contact with the PTO idler pulley.

• If not already attached, hook the idler spring to the stud found on the left side of the tractor frame.

Perform any adjustments, if necessary, prior to operating the tractor

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NOTE: Steering

A PTO (Power Take-off) Knob

B Choke Control

C Parking Brake Button

D Shift Lever

E Cup Holder

F Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter

G Throttle Control Lever

Figure 4

H Cruise ControI Button

I Ignition Switch

J Brake Pedal

K Drive Pedal

L DeckLift Lever

M Seat Adjustment Lever

NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator's position.

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ThrottleControlLever

The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. See Figure 5.

Fast

Position

IgnitionSwitch

WARNING: Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position.

Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired. See Figure 6.

On/Lights

Off

Slow

Position

Figure 5

IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.

ChokeControl

The choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel and is activated by pulling the knob outward. Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine. Refer to

StartingTheEngineon page 14 of this manual for detailed starting instructions.

BrakePedal

The brake pedal is located on the right front side of the tractor above the drive pedal along the running board. The brake pedal can be used for sudden stops or setting the parking brake.

NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor.

Start

Figure 6

Refer to StartingTheEngineon page 14 of this manual for detailed starting instructions

The ignition switch is also used to operate the tractor's of this manual for detailed instructions.

DrivePedal

The drive pedal is located below the brake pedal on the right front side of the tractor along the running board. Depress the drive pedal with your right foot when

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FORWARD or REVERSE to cause the tractor to move.

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Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal. The further down the pedal is depressed, the faster the tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its original position when it's not depressed.

IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended.

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SystemsIndicatorMonitor/ HourMeter

Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights and an hour meter located on the left side of the dash panel.

See Figure 7.

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Electric PTO

(PowerTake-off)Knob

To engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments, pull outward on the PTO knob. Push the PTO knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck.

NOTE: The PTO knob must be in the disengaged

(OFF) position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat.

ShiftLever

The shift lever is located on the front of the fender between the operator's legs and has four positions,

FORWARD--HI, FORWARD--LO, NEUTRAL and

REVERSE. The brake pedal must be depressed and the tractor must not be in motion when moving the shift lever. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop prior to moving the shift lever from FORWARD--HI to

FORWARD--LO or vice-versa. See Figure 8.

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If the Brake light or PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the unit, proceed as follows:

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Engage the parking brake.

Move the PTO knob into the disengaged

(OFF) position.

It is normal for the Oil light and the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking, but if either illuminates while the engine is running, proceed as follows:

Oil-Stop the tractor immediately and check the crankcase oil level as instructed in the

Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual

(or Kohlerengine's Owner's Manual) included. Add oil as required.

Battery-If this light illuminate's while the engine is running, it indicates that the battery is in need of a charge OR that the engine's charging system is not generating sufficient amperage. Refer to Batteryon page 19 of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the engine's charging system checked by an authorized Briggs & Stratton or Kohler engines dealer.

The hour meter operates whenever the engine is running and records the actual hours of tractor operation.

CupHolder

The tractor's cup holder is located on the fender to the left of the seat, just to the rear of the parking brake lever.

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Shift Knob

Figure 8

IMPORTANT: Never force the shift lever. Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor's transmission.

SeatAdjustmentLever

To adjust the seat forward or backward, slide the seat adjustment lever to the left and reposition the seat to the desired position. Once a comfortable position is found, release the seat adjustment lever to lock the manual for more detailed instructions.

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DeckLift Lever

Found on your tractor's right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application.

ParkingBrakeButton

To set the parking brake, fully depress the brake pedal and push the parking brake button in.

Hold the button in while taking your foot off the brake pedal.

Both the parking button and the brake pedal will then stay depressed. To release the parking brake, depress the brake pedal slightly. The parking brake button wilt then return to its original position.

NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off.

IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended.

CruiseControlButton

The cruise control button is located on the tractor dash panel

Push the cruise control button while traveling forward at a desired speed. While holding the button in, release pressure from the drive pedal. This will engage the cruise control and allow the

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NOTE: Cruise control can not be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed.

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow and in this manual before operating.

SafetyInterlockSwitches

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor.

Contact an authorized MTD service dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the

PTO knob is in the disengaged (OFF) position.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the PTO knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged.

• The electric PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO knob is moved into the engaged (ON) position with the shift lever in position for reverse travel.

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.

This system was designed for your safety and protection.

WARNING

• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.

• AVOID SUDDENTURNS.

• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIR

• tF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK

DOWNHILL SLOWLY.

• DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND.

• NEVER CARRY CHILDREN, EVEN WITH BLADES OFE

• LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING.

• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES) IN

PLACE AND WORKING.

• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).

• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.

• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC-

ING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).

• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE

BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER tN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE

BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

Settingthe CuttingHeight

Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right side of the fender. Then adjust the deck wheels so that they are between 1A-inch and 1/2inch above the ground when the tractor is on a smooth, flat surface such as a driveway.

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WARNING: Keep hands and feet away deck.

NOTE:

The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck.

Refer to Levelingthe Deckon page 17 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments.

Startingthe Engine

WARNING:

Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.

This system was designed for your safety and protection.

NOTE:

Refer to the TRACTOR manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

• Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.

• Place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

• Engage the tractor's parking brake.

• Place the throttle control in the FAST (rabbit) position.

• Pull the choke control outward.

• Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the ON position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine's electric starter.

• After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control and place the throttle control in the FAST position.

NOTE:

Do NOT leave the choke control on while

operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.

Stoppingthe Engine

_, WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, wire(s) and ground against the engine.

Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating

• If the blades are engaged, place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position.

• Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position.

• Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.

DrivingTheTractor

WARNING:

Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING:

Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off and remove the key.

• Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting.

• To move forward, place the shift lever in the

FORWARD position, then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved.

• To move in reverse, place the shift lever in the

REVERSE position, check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the drive pedal.

Engagingthe ParkingBrake

To engage the parking brake:

• Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there while gently pushing the parking brake button inward.

• Hold the parking brake button in while removing your foot from the brake pedal.

• Once engaged, the parking brake button and the brake pedal will lock in the "down" position.

To disengage the parking brake:

• Slightly depress the brake pedal.

NOTE:

The parking brake must be engaged if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off.

DrivingOnSlopes

slopes where you may operate the tractor safely.

WARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury.

Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.

Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

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• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over.

• Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward.

SettingTheCruiseControl

NOTE: The cruise control feature should only be utilized while traveling in the forward direction.

• Place the shift lever in the FORWARD position, then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved.

• Lightly depress the cruise control button.

• While continuing to hold the cruise button in, lift your foot from the drive pedal (you should feel the cruise latch engage).

• Once engaged, the cruise control button and the drive pedal will lock in the "down" position, and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed.

NOTE: Cruise control can not be engaged at the tractor's fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed.

Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods:

• Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor.

• Lightly depress the drive pedal.

To change to the reverse direction when operating with cruise control, depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then place the shift lever in the REVERSE position and depress the drive pedal.

Usingthe DeckLiftLever

To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then place it in the notch best suited for your application.

Refer to SettingTheCattingHeightearlier in this section.

Engagingthe PTO

Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO, proceed as follows:

• Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit) position.

• Pull the PTO knob outward into the engaged (ON) position. See Figure 9.

Front View Pull Out Push In

t

Figure 9

• Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other

(separately available) attachments

IMPORTANT: The electric PTO clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the shift lever in position for reverse travel. Refer to SafetyInterlock

Switcheson page 13.

Mowing

WARNING: To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

This tractor is equipped with one of MTD's high quality cutting decks. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.

WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.

Also, avoid discharging material against a walt or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

• Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed.

• For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a better appearance to the lawn.

• Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.

• Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle.

• Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut.

• Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns, NOT clear brush.

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• Keepthebladessharpandreplacetheblades whenworn.Referto

CuttingBladeson page 23 of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions.

OperatingTheHeadlights

To turn the tractor's headlights on:

• Start the engine following the instructions earlier in this section.

• Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into the

On/Lights position of the ignition switch. Refer to

Figure 6.

To turn the tractor's headlights off:

• Turn the key either into the On position (to leave the engine running) or the Off position (to shut the engine off). Refer to Figure 6.

NOTE: Never move the key into the Start position while the engine is running.

Doing so may cause damage to your engine's electric starter.

SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS

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WARNING: Never attempt to make any except where specified in the operator's manual.

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance.

ParkingBrakeAdjustment

WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor. Adjust if necessary as follows:

• Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor, locate the compression spring and brake disc.

• Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex nut found on the right side of the brake assembly.

• Using a feeler gauge, set the gap between the brake disc and the brake puck at .011 ".

• Re-tighten the hex nut loosened earlier.

SeatAdjustment

WARNING: Before operating this machine, make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop, stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop.

To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat adjustment lever to the left and slide the seat forward or rearward. Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor.

SteeringAdjustment

If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right side:

• Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint. See Figure 10.

Hex Nut and

Lock Washer

Pivot Bar

Dr_g Link

Jam Nut

Ball Joint

Figure 10

Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of bali joint. See Figure 10.

Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten the drag link. Thread the ball joint away from the jam nut to lengthen the drag link.

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• Replace the

NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag

links will cause the front tires to "toe-in" too far. Proper toe-in is between 1/16" and 5/16".

Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:

• Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel.

• In front of the axle, measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note the distance.

• Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note the distance.

• The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between 1/16" and 5/16" less than the measurement taken behind the axle. Adjust if necessary.

Levelingthe Deck

NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments.

Refer to

Tires on page 24 for information regarding tire pressure.

Front To Rear

The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear.

The front of the deck should be between 1/4-inch and

3/8-inch lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:

• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor.

• Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground.

AI

Lock

Nuts

• The first measurement taken should be between

1/4" and 3/8" less than the second measurement.

Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary, to the next step.

• Loosen the two jam nuts on the rear side of the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 11 Figure 11A.

• Locate the two lock nuts on the opposite side of the stabilizer bracket. See Figure 11Figure 11A.

Tighten the lock nuts to raise the front of the deck; loosen the lock nuts to lower the front of the deck.

• Retighten the two jam nuts loosened earlier when proper adjustment is achieved.

Side to Side

If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:

• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.

• Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken should be equal. If they're not, proceed to the next step.

• Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 11B.

• Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear (found immediately behind the hex cap screw just loosened) clockwise/up or counterclockwise/down.

• The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal.

• Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.

Deck

Stabilizer

Bracket

Deck

FRONT TO REAR

SIDE TO SIDE

Figure 11

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Adjustment Gear

Hex Cap Screw

DeckRollerHeightAdjustment

(Unitswith50-inch Decks)

To adjust the height of the rollers on the rear of the mowing deck, proceed as follows:

• Place the deck lift lever in the bottom notch (lowest position).

• Remove the clevis pins and hairpin clips from the deck roller brackets on the left and right sides of the cutting deck. See Figure 12.

• Position the deck roller brackets up or down through the slots on the rear of the deck until desired position is reached, then re-attach with the clevis pins and hairpin clips just removed. See

Figure 12.

NOTE: Be certain that the left roller bracket and the right roller bracket are set in the same position.

)eck Roller Bracket

Hairpin Clip

Figure 12

Clevis pin

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WARNING:

or

Before performing any move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Engine

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner

Manual (or Kohlerengine's Owner's Manual) for engine maintenance instructions.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in

the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or

Koh/erengine's Owner's Manual) packed with your unit. Follow the instructions carefully.

ChangingEngine0il

NOTE:

Depending on the engine model found on your tractor, it may be necessary to remove the tractor's side panel in order to replace the oil filter (if so equipped).

• Unscrew oil fill cap and remove dipstick from the oil fill tube. See Figure 13.

• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 13.

• Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with a capacity great enough to collect the used oil

(approximately 64 oz.).

• Push the oil drain valve in slightly, then rotate counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining oil. See Figure 13.

[

Oil Fill Cap

Oil Drain Hose

Protective Cap

Oil Fill Tube

Drain Port

Oil Drain Valve

Figure 13

• Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed in the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner

Manual (or Kohlerengine's Owner's Manual) packed with your unit.

Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining.

• Refill the engine with new motor oil.

IMPORTANT: Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/

Owner Manual (or Kohlerengine's Owner's Manual) packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil.

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Air Cleaner

Service the pre-cleaner, if so equipped, and cartridge/ air cleaner element as instructed in the Briggs &

Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Kohlerengine's

Owner's Manual) packed with your unit.

Spark Plugs

The spark plugs should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season.

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual

(or Kohlerengine's Owner's Manual) for correct plug type and gap specifications.

Cleaningthe EngineAndDeck

Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine, especially the belts, pulleys and other moving parts. Clean the underside of the deck with a wisk broom, scraper or forced air after each mowing.

IMPORTANT: The use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended.

It may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its serviceability.

Lubrication

WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Engine

Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the

Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Kohler engine's Owner's Manual) packed with your unit.

Pivot Points& Linkage

Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.

Front Wheels

Each end of the tractor's front pivot bar is equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a grease gun after every

25 hours of tractor operation.

SECTION8: SERVICE

CuttingDeckRemoval

To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:

• Place the PTO knob in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake.

• Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender.

• Remove the PTO belt from around the electric PTO clutch. Refer to Figure 15.

• Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the deck.

• Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm. See Figure 14.

• Rotate the pin slightly toward the rear of the tractor and release the pin into the hole provided.

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

• Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way.

• Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod.

• Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor.

Pin

Figure 14

Battery

The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free.

Acid levels cannot be checked.

• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build-up.

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• Aftercleaningthebatteryandterminals, lightcoatofpetroleum terminals

• Alwayskeeptherubberbootpositioned positiveterminaltopreventshorting.

couldchangethepolarityandcausedamagetoyour

Charging

If the unit has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery with an automotivetype 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps.

WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

Changingthe DeckBelt(s)

WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt(s).

All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present.

IMPORTANT:The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts.

To change or replace the deck belts on your tractor, proceed as follows:

• Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender.

• Remove the belt guards by removing the selftapping screws that fasten them to the deck.

• Grasp the PTO idler bracket and pivot it toward the discharge chute to relieve tension on the PTO belt.

• Remove the PTO belt from the electric PTO clutch and from around the PTO idler pulley.

• Grasp the deck idler pulley and pivot it toward the left side of the deck to relieve tension on the belt.

• Remove the belt from around all pulleys, including the deck idler pulley.

• Route the new belts as shown in Figure 15.

• Remount the belt guards removed earlier.

PTO Idler Bracket

(mounted on tractor) m PTO belt (Top)

Deck Idler Pulley

Right Hand

Double Pulley guard)

Left Hand

Double Pulley

Center Pulley

NOTE; Left hand belt cover not shown for clarity,

46-inch deck shown. Belt routing is the same on 50-inch decks.

Figure 15

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Self-Tapping Screws

2O

Variable-Speed

Pulley

Shift Lever

_ Drive belt (Lower)

_ Drive belt (Upper)

Keeper Pins

Engine Pulley o11'1

III till

I101

=111

_ III

°11,1

o _=j

Electric PTO Clutch elt Keeper

Two-speed

Transmission

NOTE: View shown from above tractor.

Front of Tractor

WARNING:

Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt(s)

All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present.

IMPORTANT: The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts.

To change or replace the drive belt on your tractor, proceed as follows:

NOTE:

It's recommended that both drive belts be replaced at the same time.

• Remove the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section.

Figure 16

• After disconnecting the battery cables, remove the battery and battery tray from beneath the seat.

IMPORTANT: When removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Re-install in reverse order.

Upper DriveBelt

• Locate the transmission idler pulley on the upper drive belt by looking through the battery tray opening. See Figure 16.

• Grasp the bracket and pivot the transmission idler pulley toward the rear of the tractor to release tension on the upper drive belt.

• Remove the belt from around the transmission idler pulley.

• Remove the upper drive belt from around the transmission pulley and the variable-speed pulley.

NOTE:

Slowly rotate the pulley counterclockwise to roll the belt off of it.

• Remove the upper drive belt by pulling it up through the battery tray opening.

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• Reroute the new upper drive belt as shown in

Figure 16.

Lower Drive Belt

NOTE:

Proper removal of the Iower drive belt requires the removal of several tractor components.

Read through the following procedure prior to attempting it to determine if you feel you could successfully complete it.

If you don't, see an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have the belt changed.

IMPORTANT: Note the routing of the lower drive belt around both the pulleys and the belt keepers BEFORE performing the following steps.

• Locate the variable-speed pulley through the battery tray opening. See Figure 16.

• Remove the variable-speed pulley by loosening the hex bolt that secures it to the transmission.

Use a second wrench to hold the hex nut on the bottom side of the pulley.

• Slide the belt off of the variable-speed pulley as you lift the pulley up and out through the battery tray opening.

• Remove the rear idler pulley from the double- idler bracket while unrouting the belt from around both the rear and the front idler pulley. Refer to Figure

16.

• Remove the hex bolt from the center of the electric

PTO clutch and gently lower it off of the engine crankshaft. Be careful not to lose any washers or which may be found on top of the PTO clutch.

IMPORTANT: When remounting the PTO clutch, torque the center hex bolt to between 38 foot-pounds and 50 foot-pounds.

• Remove the drive belt by feeding it from both ends toward the front idler pulley on the double-idler bracket. See Figure 16.

• Reassemble by following the above steps in reverse order.

• Reroute the new belt around the pulleys, belt keepers and keeper pins EXACTLY as the old one was routed. Refer to Figure 16.

The drive pedal is properly adjusted when the hole found in the double-idler bracket has approximately

1-3/8" of travel with ten pounds of pressure applied to the drive pedal. See Figure 18.

Adjust the drive pedal after replacing the drive belts on your tractor, if necessary, as follows:

• Locate the speed control assembly on the underside of the steering support bracket. See

Figure 18.

• Remove both hairpin clips from the pin which is fastened to the speed control assembly (be careful not to lose the small flat washers found on the pin).

See Figure 17.

Drive Pedal

Return Spring

Speed Control

Assembly

Figure 17

Double-idler Bracket

Hole

Figure 18

• Remove the drive pedal return spring.

• Using two 9/16" wrenches, remove the pin from the speed control assembly. See Figure 17.

• Thread the idler adjustment rod inward or outward to lengthen or shorten the travel of the double-idler bracket until proper adjustment is achieved.

• Reassemble by following the above steps in reverse order.

Tires

Idler Adj. Rod

_

Place Wrenches Here

Front of Tractor

NOTE: View shown from above tractor.

WARNING:

Never exceed the maximum tire.

Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate.

Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.

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CuttingBlades

WARNING:

Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement.

Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade.

WARNING:

Periodically inspect the blade adapter and/or spindle for cracks or damage, especially if you strike a foreign object.

Replace immediately if damaged.

The blades may be removed as follows.

• Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to

CuttingDeckRemovalon page 19) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.

• Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Figure 19.

Hex Flange Nut

Spindle Assembly

Figure 19

• Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See

Figure 19.

To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25 ° to 30 ° angle. See Figure 20.

IMPORTANT:If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened to within 5/8" of the wind wing radius, or if any metal separation is present, replace the blades with new ones. See Figure 20.

/

Worn Blade Edge

Blade Separation

Wind Wing

5/8.

Sharpen Edge Evenly

Figure 20

It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance. A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury.

The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.

When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with a part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position.

IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 foot-pounds and

90 foot-pounds.

WARNING:

Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Fuses

Two fuses are installed in your tractor's wiring harness to protect the tractor's electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage.

If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor's engine will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown.

One can be found under the hood mounted behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar. The other can be found under the seat mounted to the inside of the tractor frame next to the battery tray. Pull the fuse out and inspect it to determine if it is good or blown.

IMPORTANT: Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement.

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Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section7: manual before storing for an extended period.

WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.

Follow the instructions in the Service, Storage &

Specifications section of the Briggs & Stratton

Operator/Owner Manual (or Kohlerengines Manual) for proper engine care prior to storing your tractor.

WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Garden Tractor Models VS09H & YS09P. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability.

MODEL

OEM-190-118

OEM-190-603

OEM-190-604

OEM-190-607

OEM-190-608

OEM-190-821

OEM-190-822

OEM-190-823

OEM-190-824

OEM-190-826

OEM-190-825

OEM-190-984

OEM-190-980

OEM-190-978

OEM-190-804

SLEEVE HITCH ATTACHMENTS

30-inch Hydraulic Tiller1.

Row Crop Cultivators

Single-disc Harrows

10-inch Mulboard Plows

42- nch Heavy Duty Rear B ade:l:

DESCRIPTION

Mulch Kit (For 46-inch Decks Only)

FastAttach

TM

Grille Guard (mounts on front of tractor)

FastAttach

TM

Yard-Mate

TM

Storage Container/Toolbox (mounts on rear of tractor)

FastAttach

TM

Deluxe Tractor Sunshade

FastAttach

TM

Sleeve Hitch, Manual Lift

FastAttach

TM

Triple Bagger Grass Collector (For 46-inch Decks Only)

FastAttach

TM

46-inch Front Dozer Blade

42-inch Two-stage Snowthrower

Sleeve Hitch with Electric Lift

FastAttach

TM

Front-end Weight Kit

1- OEM-190-824 is required for use of this attachment. OEM-190-608 can NOT be used it it's place.

:1:Either OEM-t 90-824 or OEM-190-608 is required for use of this attachment.

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SECTION11: TROUBLESHOOTING

Trouble

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

Engine overheats

Excessive vibration

Mower will not mulch grass

Uneven cut

Possible Cause(s)

PTO knob engaged.

Parking brake not engaged.

Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.

Throttle control lever not in correct starting position.

Choke not activated

Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

Blocked fuel line.

Faulty spark plug.

Engine flooded.

Unit running with CHOKE applied.

Spark plug wire(s) loose.

Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

Vent in gas cap plugged.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Dirty air cleaner.

Engine oil level low.

Air flow restricted.

Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug(s) gap too close.

Idles poorly Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide.

Dirty air cleaner.

Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

Damaged or bent cutting blade.

Engine speed too low.

Wet grass.

Excessively high grass.

Duff blade.

Deck not balanced properly.

Dull blade.

Uneven tire pressure.

Corrective Action

Place PTO knob in disengaged (OFF) position.

Engage parking brake.

Connect wire(s) to spark plug.

Place throttle lever to FAST position.

Puff out the CHOKE control (if so equipped).

Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.

Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter, if so equipped.

Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.

Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.

Push CHOKE control (if so equipped) in.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire(s).

Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30

:lays old) gasoline. Replace fuel filter, if so equipped.

Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.

Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh (less than 30

:lays old) gasoline.

Replace air cleaner cartridge/element or clean pre-

31eaner, if so equipped.

Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil.

Clean grass clippings and debris from around the

_ngine's cooling fins and blower housing.

Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap to .030".

Replace spark plug(s). Set plug(s) gap to .030".

Replace air cleaner cartridge/element or clean pre-

3leaner, if so equipped.

Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.

Replace blade.

Place throttle in FAST (rabbit) position.

Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut.

Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at

:lesired height or make a narrower cutting swath.

Sharpen or replace blade.

Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.

Sharpen or replace blade.

Check tire pressure in all four tires.

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NO.

NO.

1 710-0227

2 710-0599

3 710-0604A

4 710-1237

5 710-1314

6 710-1315

7 712-3017

8 721-0460

9 726-0205

10 736-0119

11 736-0300

12 751B221535

13 751-0535

14 751-0564

15 751-0616

16 751-0650

17 751-0651

18 751-3140

19 751-3141

20 751-3142

21 783-0615B

22 783-0625B

23 722-0263

24 746-1086

25 746-1100

26 751-0645

27 751-0644A

28 751-0805

29 783-1121

30 721-0377

31 712-3086

DESCRIPTION

Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5

Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Screw, #10-32 x .625 (Model V809H)

Socket Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.25

Hex Nut, 3/8-16

Exhaust Gasket (Model V809H)

Hose Clamp

Lock Washer, 5/16

Flat Washer

Casing Clamp (Model V809H)

Fuel Line Hose

Muffler Deflector

Muffler, Twin Inlet (Model V809H)

RH Exhaust Pipe (Model V809H)

LH Exhaust Pipe (Model V809H)

Oil Drain Valve

Oil Drain Hose

Oil Drain Cap

Muffler Heat Shield

Engine Heat Shield (Model V809H)

Foam (fits over fuel line)

Throttle Cable (Model V809H)

Throttle Cable (Model Y809P)

RH Exhaust Pipe (Model Y809P)

LH Exhaust Pipe (Model Y809P)

Muffler, Twin Inlet (Model Y809P)

Engine Heat Shield (Model Y809P)

Exhaust Gasket (Model Y809P)

Flange Nut, M8 x 1.25-6 (Model Y809P)

NOTE: Engineaccess_rypartsareapp_icab_et_b_thm_de_V8_9HandY8_9Pexceptwhere_therwisen_ted.

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11

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17

21

28

42

43

44

45

46

47

39

40

41

31

32

33

34

27

28

29

30

35

36

37

38

16

17

18

19

12

13

14

15

20

21

22

8

9

10

11

5

6

7

REP.

NO.

1

2

3

4

23

24

25

26

712-0142

731- 1857

731-2225B

731-2226

731-2227

736-0142

747-1196

749-1087A

712-3010

731-2270

731-2271

726-3046

736-0119

726-0201

736-3078

710-1238

725-1752

711-0332

768-0010

714-0145

629-0469A

629-1069

629-1071

731-0511

725-0175

746-1086

783-0783

783-0784

783-0786

731-2119

747-1162

625-0051

710-0604A

751-0603

751-0658B

725-1745

725-1744

710-0895

710-3217

PART

NO.

783-1346

710-0599

710-0528

710-0924

710-1017

725-1741

726-0272

710-0642

712-0292

736-0270

725-1976

712-3004A

731-2119

DESCRIPTION

Grill Support Bracket (9-style)

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25

Phillips Pan Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

Truss Phillips Screw, 1/4-20 x .625

Ignition Switch

Clamp, 9/16

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

U4ype Speed Nut, 1/4-20

Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062

Systems Indicator Monitor

Hex Nut, 5/16-18

Grille (9-style)

Trim Strip, 4

Cable Tie, 3/16 x .05 x 7.4

Choke Knob/Cable

Hood (9-style)

RH Side Panel (9-style)

LH Side Panel (9-style)

Headlight Lens (9-style)

Hood Hinge Rod

Headlight Assembly

Self4apping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Fuel Cap

Fuel Tank, Three-gallon

Ignition Key w/plastic cover

Ignition Key w/o plastic cover

Self4apping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75

Truss Phillips Screw, #8-32 x .375

Hex Nut, #8-32

Throttle Control Knob

Dash Panel, 8/9-style, Electric PTO

Cruise Control Button

Parking Brake Button

Flat Washer, 9/32 x 1/2 x 1/16

Brake/Cruise Pivot Rod

Dash Support Tube

Hex Nut, 5/16-18

Hood Plenum (Model V809H)

Hood Plenum (Model Y809P)

Ratchet Clip

Lock Washer, 5/16

Speed Nut, .3125

Flat Washer, .349 x 1.0 x .063

Screw, 5/16-18 x .875 (Grade 5)

Electric PTO Switch

Clevis Pin, .50 x .78

Bumper Assembly

Internal Cotter Pin

Headlight Wire Harness

Tractor Wire Harness (Model Y809P)

Tractor Wire Harness (Model V809H)

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46

27

6

52

5

3O

18

19

20

21

15

16

17

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

REP.

NO.

4

5

6

7

1

2

3

PART

NO.

747-1130B

683-0197A

711-0332

712-0206

712-0431

712-3004A

712-3083

714-0104

714-0145

716-0106

720-0311

732-0874

732-1175

736-0275

736-0921

736-3019

736-3084

738-0138A

738-0143

741-0225

741-0715

746-0968

747-1111

756-1154

783-0678A

783-0720A

710-0260A

710-0604A

710-0895

731-1990

731-1993

DESCRIPTION

Deck Stabilizer Rod

Lift Shaft Assembly

Clevis Pin, .5 x .78

Hex Nut, 1/2-13

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

Hex Nut, 1/2-13

Internal Cotter Pin

Internal Cotter Pin

E-ring

Handle Grip

Torsion Spring

Extension Spring, .815 x 4.4

Flat Washer, 5/16

Lock Washer, 1/2

Flat Washer, .31 x 1.062 x .134

Flat Washer, .51 x 1.12 x .06

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .62

Shoulder Screw, 3/8-16

Hex Flange Bearing

Snap Flange Bearing

Lift Cable, 16.16

Lift Handle

Roller Pulley

Arm Lift

Deck Stabilizer Bracket

Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x .62

Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75

Lift Lever Cover

Cover w/Cup Holder

REF.

PART

NO.

NO.

32 736-3078

33 783-0677

34 783-1280

35 783-0715A

17239A

36 710-1268

37 712-3027

38 720-0309A

39 731-1989

40 732-0499

41 736-0175

42 736-0204

43 738-0137A

44 738-1007

45 783-0611

46 783-0738

47 783-0739

48 783-0753

49 757-0350

50 735-0656

51 735-0657

-726-3046

52 714-0111

53 731-0511

54 783-0209A

-17239A

55 710-0924

56 712-0292

57 731-2480

58 738-0296

ModelsV809H& Y809P

DESCRIPTION

Flat Washer, .349 x 1.0 x .063

Lift Adjustment Bracket

Fender

LH Seat Mounting Bracket

RH Seat Mounting Bracket (Not Shown)

Screw, #10-16 x .375

Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20

Seat Adjuster Grip

Spacer

Compression Spring, .41 x 1.5

Spring Washer, .265 x .562 x .025

Flat Washer, .344 x .62 x .03

Shoulder Screw, .340 x .285,1/4-20

Shoulder Screw, .50 x .50, 3/8-16

Seat Stop

Seat Pivot Bracket

Seat Adjustment Lever

Seat Adjustment Selector

High Back Seat w/Drain Holes, Black

RH Foot Pad

LH Foot Pad

Foot Pad Clips

Cotter Pin

Trim Strip

LH Seat Lift Bracket

RH Seat Lift Bracket

Phillips Pan Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

U-type Speed Nut, 1/4-20

Shift Lever Cover

Shoulder Screw, .437 x .286

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to

the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, 1o the part number to order a replacement part.

For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Powder Black, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0637.

MTD Red: 0638

Oyster Gray: 0662

Powder Black: 0637

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38

39

40

41

42

16

17

18

19

12

13

14

15

20

21

22

8

9

10

11

5

6

7

23

24

28

29

30

31

25

26

27

32

33

34

35

36

REP.

NO.

1

2

3

4

717-1550D

717-1554

723-0448A

736-0169

736-3084

738-1001A

741-0475

741-0656

738-0372B

631-0027

731-0220

638-0017

638-0018

719-0625B

712-0431

714-0162

PART

NO.

683-0304

710-0604A

783-0726B

783-0727A

783-0728

710-0614

711-1408

711-1409A

712-0240

712-0241

712-0431

712-0459

712-3004A

726-0214

736-0162

736-0316

736-0286

738-1011

710-0643

634-0183

634-0182

734-0255

734-1727

734-2290

783-0653D

738-0143

736-0331

710-1260A

736-0242

DESCRIPTION

Lower Frame Assembly

Self4apping Screw, 16-18 x .625

RH Pivot Support Bracket

LH Pivot Support Bracket

Pivot Bar Bracket

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 (Grade 5)

RH Drag Link

LH Drag Link

Jam Nut, 7/16-20 (Grade 2)

Hex Nut, 3/8-24 (Grade 2)

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Flange Lock Nut, 7/16-20

Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

Steering Gear, 11/90 Ratio

Steering Pinion Gear

Ball Joint, 7/16-20

Lock Washer, 3/8

Flat Washer, .51 x 1.12 x .06

Steering Shaft, .625 OD x 24.4

Plastic Bushing, .38 ID

Hex Flange Bearing, 5/8

Shoulder Spacer, .38 ID

Steering Wheel, 13.25

Steering Wheel Cap, Round

LH Axle Assembly, .75 Diameter

RH Axle Assembly, .75 Diameter

Cast Iron Pivot Bar w/Fittings, .75

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Cotter Pin

Push Cap, .625

Flat Washer, .64 x 1.0 x. 12

Flat Washer, .78 x 1.59 x .06

Flat Washer, .635 x 1.589 x .06

Shoulder Screw, .5 x 2.2, 3/8-16

Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 X 1

Wheel Assembly Complete, 16 x 6.5 x 8

Rim Only w/Plastic Bearing

Air Valve (Not Shown)

Tire Only, Square Shoulder

Hub Cap

Steering Support Bracket

Shoulder Screw, 3/8-16

Bell Washer, .39 x 1.13 x .062

Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75

Bell Washer, .34 x .872

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, 1o the part number to order a replacement part.

For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Powder Black, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0637.

MTD Red: 0638

Oyster Gray: 0662

Powder Black: 0637

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NO.

PART

NO.

1 618-0375

2 618-0376

3 631-0009A

4 647-0037

5 656-0050

6 756-0665

7 683-0251

8 710-0189

9 710-0227

10 710-0347

11 710-0528

12 710-0809

13 710-0604A

14 710-3011

15 711-0677

16 712-0181

17 712-0702

18 712-0431

19 712-0798

20 712-3004A

21 712-3008

22 714-0111

23 723-3018

24 725-1713

25 726-0320

26 732-0384

27 732-0716

28 736-0105

29 736-0169

30 736-0275

31 718-0771

32 736-0642

33 736-3010

34 738-0322

35 747-1122

36 747-1123A

37 747-1127

38 710-1026

39 747-1185

40 748-0416

41 754-0467

42 754-0468

43 756-0981A

44 783-0667A

DESCRIPTION

Variable-speed Bracket Assembly

Two-speed Transmission Assembly

Shfter Knob

Shift Lever

Variable-speed Pulley Assembly

Transmission Pulley, 8.5

Double-idler Bracket

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 3

Self Tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25

Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.25

Ferrule, 5/16 x .312 Dia.

Hex Jam Nut, 3/8-16

Hex Flange Nut, 7/16-20

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Hex Nut, 3/8-16

Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

Hex Jam Nut, 3/8-16

Cotter Pin

Ball Joint, 3/8-24

Spring Switch

Insulator Nut Plate

Extension Spring, .62 Dia. x 6.12

Extension Spring, .59 OD x 4.0

Bell Washer, .401 x .870 x .063

Lock Washer, 3/8

Flat Washer, 5/16

Pulley Hub, 1/2 Spline

Flat Washer, .44 x .75 x .06

Flat Washer, .407 x .812 x. 135

Shoulder Screw, .625 Dia. x .21

Brake Rod

Belt Guard

Idler Adjustment Rod, 3/8

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.75

Transmission Belt Guard Rod

Shoulder Spacer, .380 ID

Variable-speed Belt

Drive Belt

Flat Idler, 2.75 OD

Transmission Torque Bracket

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use

Factory Approved Parts.

V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non

OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, 1o the part number to order a replacement part.

For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Powder Black, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0637.

MTD Red: 0638

Oyster Gray: 0662

Powder Black: 0637

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REF.

PART

NO.

NO.

45 783-0669

46 647-0031

47 647-0032

48 683-0266

49 710-1135

50 711-0736

51 711-1363

52 714-0104

53 732-0437

54 732-0955

55 735-0662

56 735-3049

57 736-0140

58 736-0142

59 736-0187

60 736-0204

61 738-0155

62 738-0507B

63 741-0225

64 741-3065B

65 747-1137

66 747-1138

67 748-0413

68 748-0415A

69 783-0653B

70 783-0732

71 783-0773

72 783-0780A

73 783-0693

74 683-0304

75 732-0963

76 731-2290

77 712-3050

78 634-0132

634-3178

734-0255

734-1728

79 750-0768

80 750-0566A

81 712-3026

82 736-0316

83 710-1260A

84 747-1185

86 710-0599

ModelsV809H& Y809P

DESCRIPTION

Idler Bracket

Brake Control Shaft Assembly

Speed Control Shaft Assembly

Drive Pedal Assembly

Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x 2.5

Ferrule, 1/4-20

Pin, 3/8-16 x 2.43

Cotter Pin

Compression Spring, .34 OD x 1.0

Extension Spring, .50D

x 1.41

Drive Pedal Pad

Brake Pedal Pad

Flat Washer, .281 x .5 x .0625

Flat Washer, 9/32 x 1/2 x 1/16

Flat Washer, .64 x 1.24 x .06

Flat Washer, .344 x .062 x .03

Shoulder Screw, .437 x 1.62

Shoulder Screw, .5 x .434

Hex Flange Bearing

Split Hex Flange Bearing

Cruise Control Rod

Brake Lock Control Rod

Cruise Latch

Spacer, 5/16 x 1.54

Steering Support Bracket

Drive Lockout Bracket

Brake Pedal

Neutral Return Bracket

Axle Bracket

Lower Frame Assembly

Extension Spring, .50D

x 6.37

Hub Cap

Lug Nut, 7/16-14

Wheel Assembly Complete, 23 x 9.5 x 12

Rim Only

Air Valve

Tire Only, Square Shoulder

Split Spacer, .25 x .37 x 1.32

Spacer, .372 x .26 x 1.03

Jam Nut, 3/4-16

Flat Washer, .78 x 1.59 x .06

Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x .75

Transmission Belt Guard Rod

Self Tapping Screw, I/4-20 x .5

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NO.

NO.

1 618-0225

2 618-0226

3 618-0227A

4 618-0284

5 618-0285

6 618-0286

7 618-0287

8 618-0302

9 618-0365

10 618-0368

11 719-0379A

12 641-0002A

13 661-0012

14 710-0642

15 710-0788

16 711-1051A

17 711-1216

18 712-1329

19 713-0446

20 713-0447

21 713-0448

22 716-0131

23 717-0678

24 717-1438

25 717-1439

26 717-1440

27 717-1441

28 717-1442

29 718-0500

30 718-0504

31 718-0505

32 718-0537

33 719-0385

34 718-0540

35 736-0337

36 736-3046A

37 711-1235

38 747-1140

39 750-1033A

40 761-0215

41 716-0114

42 717-1463

43 736-0335

44 736-0336

736-0337

736-0349

46 741-0335

47 741-0696

48 716-0231

49 618-0376

DESCRIPTION

Reverse Collar Assembly

Hi-Lo Collar Assembly

Shift Fork Assembly

Detent Block Assembly

Output Bearing Block Assembly

Output Seal Bearing Block Assembly

Inboard Sealed Axle Block Assembly

Inboard Sealed Axle Block Assembly

Wheel Hub Assembly

Differential Axle Assembly

Upper Housing

Axle Bearing Block Assembly

Brake Assembly

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.0

Drive Shaft

Output Shaft

Nut, 3/4-16

9-tooth Sprocket

16-tooth Sprocket

22-1ink Chain, .625

External Snap Ring

Brake Pad

41-tooth Bevel Gear

20-tooth Spur Gear

10-tooth Spur Gear

27-tooth Spur Gear

37-tooth Spur Gear

Inner Axle Bearing Block

Shifter Insert

Shifter Cover

Shifter Bearing Block

Lower Housing

Lockout Plate

Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0

Flat Washer, 1.01 x 1.86 x .060

Input Shaft

Shift Lever

Spacer, 1.13 x 1.38 x 1.968

Disc Brake

Retaining Ring, .56

13-tooth Bevel Gear

Flat Washer

Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .030*

Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x ..040*

Falt Washer,5/8 x 1.0 x .020*

Needle Bearing

Needle Bearing

E-ring, .75

Transmisssion Assembly Complete

NOTE: Transmission has a grease capacity of 32 oz. Order part number 737-0148.

NOTE: Upon reassembling transmission input shaft for any reason, refill its cavity with approximately 2/3 oz. of grease.

Order part number 737-0289.

*Use applicable flat washer (12a, 12b or 12c) in this application allowing proper end-play as instructed in MTD's Service Manual.

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7

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1

2

PART

NO.

710-3025

738-0785

736-0171

710-3157

725-1706

710-0751

712-0271

712-3087

725-1426

710-0599

736-0222

783-1033A

748-0415A

756-0627B

783-0349

712-0459

783-0653D

754-0476

754-0475

717-1709

783-1003

710-0859

710-1238

712-0431

732-0978

712-3004A

710-3180

712-3010

683-0294

738-3056

710-3144

783-0891B

710-0604A

732-3080

723-0444

738-1020

736-0407

738-1132

736-0322

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

33

34

35

36

37

38

29

30

31

32

25

26

27

28

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4

9

10

11

12

7

8

5

6

13

14

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16

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DESCRIPTION

Steering Support Bracket

PTO Belt (Model V809H)

PTO Belt (Model Y809P)

Electric PTO Clutch

Electric Clutch Anti-rotation Bracket

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.5

Hex Head Washer Screw, 5/16-18 x .875

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Extension Spring, .62 x 5.62

Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.75

Hex Nut, 5/16-18

Idler Bracket Assembly

Shoulder Screw, 1/2 x 2.5

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.0

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Shoulder Spacer, 1.38 x .445 x .36

Lock Washer, 7/16

Hex Cap Screw, 7/16-20 x 3.25 (Grade 5)

12-volt Battery, 270 CCA

Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62

Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20

Wing Nut, 1/4-20

Solenoid, 12-Volt, 100 Amp

Self Tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5

Lock Washer, 1/4

Hitch Plate

Spacer, 3/8 x 1.54

Idler Pulley, 3.5

Battery Tray

Flange Lock Nut, 7/16-20

Deck Stop

Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Compression Spring, 1.28 x 3.5

Battery Strap

Shoulder Screw, .625 x .5, 7/16-20

Bell Washer, .45 x 1.0 x .062

Shoulder Screw, 1/4-20, .25 x .15

Flat Washer, .45 x 1.25 x. 164

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use

Factory Approved Parts.

V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non

OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, 1o the part number to order a replacement part.

For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Powder Black, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0637.

MTD Red: 0638

Oyster Gray: 0662

Powder Black: 0637

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4

46_

4O

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use

Factory Approved Parts.

V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non

OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

REF.

NO.

1

2

3

4

734-0973

736-0105

736-0119

736-0270

738-0347

738-0373

742-0611

742-0612

747-1116

754-0349

738-3056

756-0627B

734-3058B

783-0139A

783-0141

783-0142

783-0747

783-0805A

753-0875

710-0650

710-0703

710-0751

710-1260A

712-0271

712-0417A

712-0431

712-3006

712-3027

714-0470

717-1553A

726-0233

731-1032B

732-0306

732-0594A

710-0578

PART

NO.

16606

17982

618-0240A

756-1187

618-0241

756-0603

683-0254

683-0199C

710-0167

710-0344

710-0501

710-0514

710-0528

710-0599

45

46

47

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

33

34

35

36

37

29

30

31

32

17

18

19

20

13

14

15

16

9

10

11

12

7

8

5

6

25

26

27

28

21

22

23

24

DESCRIPTION

Retainer Hook

Spindle Reinforcement Plate

Spindle Assembly, 5.0 Dia.

Pulley Only

Double Pulley Spindle Assembly

Double Pulley Only

Deck Adjustment Bracket Assembly

46-inch Deck Shell

Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .50

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.5

Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 2.0

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0

Hex Cap Screw, 5/8-18 x 1.25

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5

Self-tapping Screw, 15/16-18 x .875

Hex Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62

Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75

Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20

Hex Flange Nut, 5/8-18

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Hex Nut, 1/4-20

Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20

Cotter Pin, 1/8x 1.25

Deck Adjustment Gear

Push Nut..25 x .5

Side Discharge Chute Assembly

Compression Spring, .406 x .531 x 1.75

Extension Spring, .91 x 7.3

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.5

Deck Wheel, 5 x 1.38

Bell Washer, .401 x .87 x .063

Lock Washer, 5/16

Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062

Shoulder Spacer, .625 x 1.16

Shoulder Screw

Three-in-one Blade, Star Center, 16.28"

Three-in-one Blade, Star Center, 14.88"

Deck Release Pin

Deck Belt, Poly

Shoulder Screw, 1/2-2.5

Idler Pulley, 3.5

Deck Wheel, 5.0

Idler Bracket

Center Deck Skirt

RH Deck Skirt

LH Belt Cover

RH Belt Cover

46-inch Deck Assembly Complete

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ModelY809P

40

7

26

23

14 i I

34

8 •

31 i i

I

6

25

42

@

27

2O

IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use

Factory Approved Parts.

V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non

OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

36

37

38

39

40

41

32

33

34

35

28

29

30

31

24

25

26

27

16

17

18

19

12

13

14

15

20

21

22

8

9

10

11

5

6

7

REP.

NO.

1

2

3

4

23

732-0694A

736-0119

738-0347

747-1116

756-0627B

783-0139A

12649

12650

618-0268A

756-1187

618-0269

756-1041

683-0196

710-0260A

711-0332

712-3004A

PART

NO.

710-0167

710-0347

710-0614

710-0628

710-0699

710-1260A

712-0291

712-0417A

712-0431

712-3027

714-0104

717-1553A

732-0306

714-0145

715-0108

715-0246

731-0335

736-0316

738-0295

742-0623

750-0212

750-0288

754-0291A

783-0746

783-0793

710-3288

753-0877

DESCRIPTION

Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .5

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0

Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25

Self Tapping Screw, I/4-20 x .5

Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75

Center Lock Nut, 1/4-20

Hex Flange Nut, 5/8-18

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20

Internal Cotter Pin, .072 x 1.12

Deck Adjustment Gear

Compression Spring, .406 x .531 x 1.75

Extension Spring, .91 x 7.33

Lock Washer, 5/16

Shoulder Spacer, .625 x .169

Deck Release Pin

Flat Idler Pulley, 3.50D

Idler Bracket

Chute Guard

Height Adjustment Bracket

Center Spindle Assembly, 5 Dia.

Pulley Only

Double Pulley Spindle Assembly

Double Pulley Only

50-inch Deck Shell

Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x .62

Clevis Pin, .50 Dia. x .78

Hex Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 (Grade 5)

Click Pin, .092 x 1.64

Spring Pin, 1/4 Dia. x 1

Spring Pin, 3/16x 1.25

Deck Roller

Flat Washer, .78 x 1.59 x .06

Deck Roller Shaft, .75 Dia. x 47.12

Blade, Star Center, 17.3

Spacer, .752 x 1.0 x .53

Spacer, .82 x 1.0 x 5.75

Deck Belt

Belt Cover, L.H.

Belt Cover, R.H.

Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.62

50-inch Deck Assembly Complete

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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD

PRODUCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.

MTD warrants this product 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 material 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 accessory or attachment not approved by MTD Products Inc. for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damages.

Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of

90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered

ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of

OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.

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 for a listing in the Yellow Pages or contact the Customer Service Department of MTD PROD-

UCTS INC by calling 1-800-800-7310 or writing to P.O. Box

368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases: a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.

d. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States of America,

its possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD's authorized channels of export distribution.

NO implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability or 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 or guaranty, whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given by any person or

entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product shall bind MTD. During the period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.

(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. MTD

shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services, for transportation or for related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted

product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation 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 the safety features of the product shah 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 use or misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.

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.