Yard-Man 540 Lawn Mower User Manual
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22. wipe it off the engine and equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine 12 Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances 1 Attaching Rear Wheels If Not Already Attached a Place rear of the mower deck on raised blocks b Remove the hex flanged nut on the rear axle from each side and place the rear wheel on the axle On select models these may be included separately in a plastic bag c Onmodels with 2 wide rear wheels make sure the spring washer is on the inside of the wheel between the wheel and the lawnmower cupped side towards the bracket See Figure 1 d Reinsert the flanged nut into the axle as shown and tighten securely Repeat on other side 2 Remove loose parts and any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles a Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle from position A into the operating position See Figure 2 b Tighten knobs securing upper handle to lower handle Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle 3 Locate hairpin clip in one hole on the weld pin on each side of lower handle a Remove hairpin clip from this hole Using a pair of pliers insert hairpin clip into the other hole on the weld pin Repeat on other side See Figure 3 b Place one carriage bolt found in the
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25. Figure 12 2 If your mower is equipped with ball bearing wheels lubricate at least once a season with a light oil all other types require no lubrication However if the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light automotive oil 3 Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the rear door periodically with light oil to prevent rust See Figure 12 4 Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrica tion schedule and instruction Maintenance WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before cleaning lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to electrical components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability Maintenance WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotat ing at high speeds It may cause damage to mower and could break causing per sonal injury Cutting grass in sandy soil condition causes abrasive wear to the blade Figure 14 Rear Flap Replacement The rear flap is attached to the back of
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27. and supervised by a parent Service Safe Handling Of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately 2 Useonly an approved gasoline container 3 Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling 4 Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle 5 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device 6 Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition 7 Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area 8 Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or run ning Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling 9 Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion 10 Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely 11 If gasoline is spilled
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30. injury 27 When starting engine pull cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly Rapid retraction of starter cord kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains could result 28 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Call customer assistance for the name of your nearest servicing dealer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on slopes requires extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees do not mow it Do 1 Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 Watch for holes ruts rocks hidden objects or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip Tall grass can hide obstacles General Operation Read this operator s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before operation Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this m
31. lever to change N NOTE Make certain the cutting height of the mower To change the height bag is turned right side of cut squeeze adjuster lever toward the wheel out before assembling moving up or down to selected height See Figure 6 warning label will be on 7 To assemble the grasscatcher AA N the outside a Place bag over frame black plastic side is the 3 bottom of bag Insert the hooks on the frame S NOTE Make certain through the holes in the side plastic channels of 4 cables are routed to the the bag See Figure 7 outside of the handle so b Secure bag to frame by working the plastic they are not n the way channels on bag over frame as shown in Figure 7 3 when attaching the grass All of the plastic channels except center top of bag A catcher attach from the outside of bag Center top of bag attaches from the inside of bag 8 Attaching Grass Catcher to Mower a Liftthe rear discharge door on the mower and place the grass catcher on the pivot rod Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher See Figure 8 WARNING Never operate mower WARNING A unless the hooks on the grass Never operate mower catcher are firmly seated on the unless the hooks on pivot rod and the rear discharge A the grass catcher are door rests firmly against top of SA j firmly seated on the the grass catcher pivot rod and the 8 rear discharge door tch tilize the mulchin 9 grass caicne
32. the disengaged position when released 18 Never operate the mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your footing release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds 19 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light Walk never run 20 Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads 21 If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is gener ally a warning of trouble 22 Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating 23 Never operate mower without proper trail shield discharge cover grass catcher blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working Never operate mower with damaged safety devices Failure to do so can result in personal injury 24 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 25 Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running 26 Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal
33. the mower deck and is designed to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown from the rear of the mower toward the operator If the rear flap becomes damaged replace as follows 1 To remove the old rear flap lift rear door and press flap in on either side to remove from hole See Figure 14 2 Remove flap from opposite hole and replace with new flap following these steps in reverse order Off Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage 1 Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions 2 We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit 3 Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions 4 Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting 5 Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer NOTE When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rust proof the equipment Using a light oil or silicone coat the equipment especially cables and all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage Figure 13 4 Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft 5 The blade may be resharpened by removing it and either grinding or filing the cutting edge keeping as close to the original bevel as possible Do not attempt to sharpen the blade while it is st
34. the rope guide Blade Control Handle The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower See Figure 9 The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit Mulching Plug optional The mulching plug is used to close the side discharge chute opening when mulching or bagging grass Do not remove the hinged mulching plug at any time even when you are not mulching Cutting Height Adjustment Levers If so equipped One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height All four levers have to be at the same relative position to ensure uniform cut Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING Read understand and follow all instruc tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating This blade control mechanism is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being th
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40. A YUM 9 9 SIY pue fis gt gt 1 0 8 pio Duipjing e jo 29000 6 4 1500 39u93 e 10 gt Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes ONO ERU TUTO Operate WALK BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes never up and down slopes Ju INN VAN WANN ING 707 NONO WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 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 15 Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 16 Do not engage the self propelled mechanism on units so equipped while starting engine 17 The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operation Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade The blade control handle must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to
41. HE MANUFACTURER S ENTIRE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT PURCHASED AND USED FOR PERSONAL FAMILY HOUSEHOLD RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES AS DISTINGUISHED FROM COMMERCIAL USAGE Commercial use ALL APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN PERSONAL USE AS OUTLINED ABOVE ARE CONSIDERED COMMERCIAL USAGE New products purchased for commercial usage are warranted in the same manner and to the same extend EXCEPT the term of warranty will be 90 DAYS from date of purchase How to Obtain Service Warranty service is available with proof of purchase through your local MTD Authorized Service Dealer If you do not know the dealer in your area please write to the Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED P O BOX 1386 KITCHENER ONTARIO N2G 4J1 The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written permission has been extended by MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED Other Warranties All other warranties express or implied including any implied warranty of merchantability is limited in its duration to that set forth in this express limited warranty The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy of MTD PROD UCTS LIMITED obligations arising from the sale of its products MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage Warranty 12 08 06 13 14 Parts List Pieces d tach es For parts and or accessories refer t
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43. Safety Setup Adjustments Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL YaRD MAN f 21 Rotary Mower Model Series 540 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT 772C0829B PRINTED U S A MTD Products Ltd P Box 1386 KITCHENER ONTARIO N2G 1 11 26 07 This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new equipment It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Table of Contents Slope 6 3 Off Season 11 Safe Operation Practices 4 Trouble Shooting 12 Set Up amp Adjustments 9 Mr 13 8 Illustrated Parts Lists 14 00 e 10 Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT Model Number Serial Number please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the Num ro de modele Numero de s rie model number and the serial number to the sample model plate provided to the right You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear ge For A Growing World 1 800 668 1238 www mtdcanada com Customer Support Pleas
44. achine before operating it This machine is a precision piece of power equipment not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Your unit has been designed to perform one job to mow grass Do not use it for any other purpose Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the instructions in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a adult Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharg ing material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury stay in the operator zone behind the handles and keep children bystanders helpers and pets at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects wh
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48. e do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 1 Visit www yardman ca for many useful suggestions click on Customer Support button 2 Call a Customer Support Representative at 1 800 668 1238 3 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues in terms of performance power rating specifications warranty and service Depending on the engine manufacturer more information is included in this publication or packed separately with this product Please have your unit s model number and serial number ready when you call See previous section to locate this information You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes ES WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and Cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower on such a slope is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip resulting in serious injury IX IT BOILIO
49. ea Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 3 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked worn Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture s O E M blade only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 5 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 6 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly 7 After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating the mower 8 Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running 9 Grass catcher components discharge cover and trail shield are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check c
50. er Engine 1 Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions 2 Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit Read and follow instructions carefully 3 Under normal conditions service air cleaner as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced 4 The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once season Spark plug replacement is recom mended at the start of each mowing season check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifica tions NOTE This spark ignition system meets all require ments of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations 5 Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush Keep the cooling system blower housing area clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life Be certain to remove all grass dirt and combustible debris from muffler area Deck The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings leaves dirt or other matter If this debris is allowed to accumulate it will invite rust and corrosion and may prevent proper mulching The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scrap ing clean with a suitable tool make certai
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52. h 3 Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your balance release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds Do Not 1 Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments you could lose your footing or balance 2 Donotmow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator 2 Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area 3 Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children 4 Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower 5 Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler 6 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower Children 14 years old and over should read and under stand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained
53. hardware pack included with your unit in the upper hole of the right handle mounting bracket from the inside outward See Figure 3 Secure with one wing nut Repeat process on the left side 4 Rope guide Setup as follows see Figure 4 a Hold the blade control against the upper handle Position A b Slowly pull starter rope out of engine Position B c Slip starter rope into the rope guide Position C d Tighten rope guide wing nut star knobs Position D Figure 4 NOTE This owner s manual covers various models of lawnmowers The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit Follow only those instruc tions which pertain to your model lawnmower On models with 2 wide rear wheels only N CS A OK N 2 m Handle Bracket 9 Figure 2 Figure 3 Setup and Adjustments WARNING Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as instruct ed in the separate engine manual IMPORTANT This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL After assem bly service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit Make sure to route cable outside the lower handle Do not crimp cable while lifting the handle up 5 Insert post on cable tie into hole provided on the lower handle Pull cable tie tight and trim excess See Figure 5 Setup and Adjustments Figure 5 4 6 Each wheel has height adjustment
54. ich ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel toed shoes are recommended Never operate this machine in bare feet sandals slippery or light weight e g canvas shoes Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade can amputate hands and feet Amissing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling release the handle immediately Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these steps a Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms b Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing c Pull the mower back slowly no more than half way toward you d Repeat these steps as needed 1 Safe Operation Practices WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before at tempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with the
55. ill on the mower 6 Itis extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade NOTE Improper blade balance will result in excessive vibration causing eventual damage to the engine and mower Be sure to carefully balance blade after sharpen ing Possible damage resulting from blade unbalance condition is not the responsibility of the manufacturer NOTE Always remove blade from the adapter for testing balance 7 The blade can be tested for balance by balancing it on round shaft screwdriver Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly 8 Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil 9 Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the star away from the engine See Figure 13 Place the blade with the side marked bottom or with part number facing away from the adapter Align the blade bell support over the blade with the tabs in the holes of the blade and insert the hex bolt 10 Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed below Blade Mounting Torque Center Bolt 450 in Ib min 600 in Ib max To insure safe operation of your unit ALL nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness Remedy Engage blade control handle Connect wire to spark plug Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Refer t
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58. n the spark plug wire is disconnected Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks especial ly if you strike a foreign object Replace when necessary Follow the steps below for blade service 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 2 Tip mower as specified in separate engine manual If it does not specify turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up 3 Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine crankshaft See Figure 13 10 Lubricate these points before ressembly Figure 12 General Recommendations 1 Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance 2 The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from warranty operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here 3 Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty 4 All adjustments should be checked at least once each season 5 Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight Lubrication 1 Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle at least once a season with light oil The blade control must operate freely in both directions See
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60. ngine starter motor or component parts thereof carry separate warranties from their manufacturers Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty policy for these items Ninety Day Consumer Warranty on Normal Wear Parts All normal wear part failures will be covered on this product for a period of 90 days After 90 days but within the four year warranty period normal wear part failures will be covered if caused by defects in material or workmanship of other component parts Normal wear parts are defined as batteries belts Failure to comply blades blade adaptors grass bags rider deck wheels seats tires and clutch parts friction with suggested wheels maintenance Full Ninety Day Warranty on Battery if equipped For ninety 90 days from the date of and lubrication retail purchase if any battery included with this unit proves defective in material or workman specifications ship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will void will replace the battery at no charge to the original purchaser warranty Additional Limited Thirty Day Warranty on Battery if equipped After ninety 90 days but within one hundred twenty 120 days from the date of purchase MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will replace the defective battery for the original purchaser for a cost of one half 12 of the current retail price of the battery in effect at the date of return Personal use THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPHS CONSTITUTE T
61. nsemble de roue 8 x 2 125 Idle Zag Ensemble de roue 8 x 1 8 Gris Ensemble de roue 8 x 2 0 S Wave Vis hex 1 4 15 x 1 0 C ble de la commande 40 0 po de lg avec Honda C ble de la commande 48 25 po de lg avec MTD Abattant de protection arri re crou de blocage 1 4 20 crou oreilles Tige de pivotement Ressort de levier sans bouton Barre de pivot Droit Barre de pivot Gauche non illustr e Vis TT rondelle frein hex 1 4 x 5 8 crou de blocage 3 8 16 Goupille fendue 5 16 DIA Vis autotaraud e 3 8 16 x 0 88 Ensemble de r glage de roue CG avec 8 po pneu Ensemble de r glage de roue CD avec 8 po pneu Couvercle de commande instantan Gris Couvercle de commande instantan rouge Couvercle de commande instantan noir Ensemble de r glage de roue CG complet Ensemble de r glage de roue CD complet Ensemble de r glage de roue CG Ensemble de r glage de roue CD Rondelle 0 51 DI x 1 0 DE x 0 022 Plaque de d chiquetage de charni re Ressort de torsion Axe de charni re D flecteur de la goulotte Adaptateur de d flecteur Vis autotaraudeuse rondelle hex 1 4 20 x 0 50 Rondelle creuse 0 265 DI 0 75 DE x 0 062 Vis Capot avec moteur MTD Rondelle ondul e 0 510 x 0 750 x 0 017 Vis t te hex 3 8 16 x 0 7 Bouton Moyeu de chapeau jaune Moyeu de chapeau gris 11A 54X 11 26 07 DESCRIPTION Blade Control Handle Black Upper Handle Black Catcher Lower Frame L
62. ntal starting while equipment is unattended Using Your Lawn Mower WARNING Never operate your mower without either the rear door or the entire grass catcher assembly firmly secured Be sure the lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other objects which could damage the lawn mower or the engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others WARNING If you strike a foreign A object stop the engine Remove wire from the spark plug thor oughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired Operating Tips 1 For best results and effective mulching do not cut wet grass 2 New grass thick grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut 3 For a healthier lawn never cut off more than one third of the total length of the grass 4 Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth 5 Adjust ground speed according to condition of lawn 6 If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4 inches mulching is not recommended Mow using the grass catcher to reduce the grass height to 3 1 4 inches or less before mulching stop completely before doing any WARNING Wait for the blade to A work on the mower or to remove the grass catch
63. o customer support on page 2 Adressez vous au Service apres vente a la page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pi ces et ou accessoires DESCRIPTION Poign e de commande de la lame noir Guidon sup rieur noir Sac herbe b ti inf rieur Guidon inf rieur Bouton 1 4 20 Boulon de guidage de cordon Boulon ordinaire courb 5 16 18 x 2 00 Sac herbe noir Sac herbe YM Sac herbe Troy avec tiquette Sac herbe MTD Gold Sac herbe WOP Rondelle 0 5 x 1 0 avec 2 po roues arri re Vis t te hex 1 4 20 x 1 5 po de Ig Attache c ble Boulon ordinaire 1 4 20 x 0 75 Qual 1 Porte de goulotte Ressort de torsion CD Ens de roue complet 12 x 1 8 Bar Gris Ens de roue complet 12 x 2 125 Idle Zag Gris Ens de roue complet 12 x 2 125 Idle Zag Jaune Ens de roue complet 12 x 2 125 S Wave D flecteur de d chiquetage arri re droit Bouton toile 5 16 18 Plateau de coupe de 21 po avec jection lat rale Plateau de coupe de 21 po sans jection lat rale Ressort de torsion CG D flecteur de d chiquetage avant 21 po Adaptateur de la lame 25 mm x 2 15 Adaptateur de la lame no 6 x 2 15 Lame 21 po avec toile Lame de d chiquetage 21 po avec toile Vis t te hex 3 8 24 x 2 50 po de Ig Qual 8 Barre de pivot CD Barre de pivot CG Support de la lame Plaque de r glage de roue Bouton Levier de ressort Vis paulement 0 50 Dia x 0 385 Ensemble de roue 8 x 2 125 Idle Zag BB E
64. o engine manual Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line Wait a few minutes to restart but do not prime Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Clear vent Drain fuel tank and carburetor Refill with fresh fuel Refer to engine manual Refer to engine manual Fill crankcase with proper oil Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit Remove blower housing and clean Refer to engine manual Adjust gap to 030 Refer to engine manual Refer to engine manual Reset gap to 030 or replace spark plug Refer to engine manual Refer to engine manual Refer to engine manual Tighten blade and adapter Balance blade Replace blade Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path Sharpen or replace blade Place all four wheels in same height position Sharpen or replace blade Cause Blade control handle disengaged Spark plug wire disconnected Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Engine not primed Faulty spark plug Blocked fuel line Engine flooding Spark plug wire loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Gas cap vent plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Carburetor out of adjustment Engine oil le
65. omponents and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 10 Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 11 Check fuel line tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary 12 Do not crank engine with spark plug removed 13 Maintain or replace safety labels as necessary 14 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor Average Useful Life According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 60 hours of operation At the end of the Average Useful Life buy a new machine or have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively Failure to do so can result in accidents injuries or deat
66. ower Handle Knob 1 4 20 Rope Guide Bolt Curved Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 00 Generic Grasscatcher Bag Black Grasscatcher Bag YM Grasscatcher Bag Troy w label Grasscatcher Bag MTD Gold Grasscatcher Bag WOP Spring Wash 5 x 1 0 w 2 side rear whls Hex Cap Screw1 4 20 x 1 5 Lg Cable Tie Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 75 Gr 1 RB Chute Door RH Torsion Spring Wheel Ass y Comp 12 x 1 8 Bar Grey Wheel Ass y Comp 12 x 2 125 Idle Zag Grey Wheel Ass y Comp 12 x 2 125 Idle Zag Yellow Wheel Ass y Comp 12 x 2 125 S Wave RR Baffle Knob Star 5 16 18 21 Deck Ass y w side discharge 21 Deck Ass y w o side discharge LH Torsion Spring Front Baffle 21 Blade Adapter 25 mm x 2 15 w star Blade Adapter 6 x 2 15 w star 21 Blade w star 21 Mulching Blade w star Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 2 5 Lg Gr 8 Pivot Bar RH Pivot Bar LH Blade Bell Support Height Adjuster Plate Knob Spring Lever Ass y Shoulder Screw 50 Dia x 385 Wheel Ass y 8 x 2 125 Idle Zab BB Wheel Ass y 8 x 2 125 Idle Zab Wheel Ass y 8 x 1 8 Spoke Bar Grey Wheel Ass y 8 x 2 0 S Wave Hex L Scr 1 4 15 x 1 0 Control Cable 40 0 Lg Snap on w Honda Control Cable 48 25 Lg Snap on w MTD Rear Flap Flange Locknut 1 4 20 Wingnut 1 4 20 Pivot Rod Spring Lever SP w o knob Pivot Bar RH SP Pivot Bar LH SP not shown Hex HD TT Tap Scr 1 4 20 x 5 8 Flange Locknut 3 8 16 Int Cotter Pin 5 16 DIA Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3 8 16 x 88 Height A
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68. r and utilize the mulc 0 resis firmly against top of the grass catcher a Lift rear discharge door on the mower as shown in Figure 8 Lift grass catcher up and out off of the pivot rod Release rear discharge door to allow it to close rear opening of mower Wh All mowers equipped with a rear protective guard The guard helps eliminate projectiles thrown by the blade from injuring the operator DO NOT REMOVE Figure 8 THIS GUARD Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Recoil Starter Grass 9 Catcher Mulch Plug optional Side Deflector optional Figure 9 Before Starting 1 Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual Attach spark plug wire to spark plug If unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark plug wire make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire inside the rubber boot is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug To Start Engine 1 If your unit is equipped with a primer prime engine as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit Standing behind the unit depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle as shown in Figure 10 Grasp the starter handle as shown and pull slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kickback Return it slowly to
69. rown into the eyes which can damage your eyes severely Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas En gine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower Figure 10 NOTE To operate your unit using the grass catcher mulcher or optional side discharge refer to page 7 The side discharge is an optional feature If converting to side discharge make sure grass catcher is off unit and rear discharge door is closed a On the side of the mower deck lift the hinged mulching plug See Figure 11 b Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflec tor under the hinge pin on the hinged mulching plug assembly Lower the hinged mulching plug NOTE Do not remove the hinged mulching plug at any time even when you are not mulching Figure 11 Optional Feature If equipped To Stop Engine 1 Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade WARNING The blade continues A to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off 2 Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent accide
70. se instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine Safe Operation Practices WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combus tion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brushcovered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap plicable local or provincial laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator A spark arrester for the muf fler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer Notice regarding Emis sions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regu lar unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems Engine Modification EM and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped 13 To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris 14 Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing General Service 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated ar
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73. vel low Dirty air filter Air flow restricted Carburetor not adjusted properly Spark plug gap too close Carburetor idle mixture adjustment improperly set Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Carburetor improperly adjusted Dirty air cleaner Cutting Blade loose or unbalanced Bent cutting blade Wet grass Excessive high grass Dull blade Wheels not positioned correctly Dull blade Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skip hesitates at high speed Idles poorly Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut TETE Trouble Shooting For repairs beyond the minor adjust ments listed here contact an autho rized service dealer FOUR YEAR SUPREME WARRANTY For four years from date of retail purchase within Canada MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will at its option repair or replace for the original purchaser free of charge any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship This warranty covers units which have been oper ated and maintained in accordance with the owner s instructions furnished with the unit and which have not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance or alteration Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to special terms as noted below in the Ninety Day Consumer Warranty clause The e
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