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1. A SA Front tire toe in can be measured as follows 1 Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel ur A I d RU EUER M EE E a ECKE EH AR RAN E MURDER NOM UE MEE FA EE I Mu a 4 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 No no ul uu UT DL T Pia Fl X 23 y A T Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position f i H i H i i i H H i H H i i H H i i i i H H i i H H i H i H i H H i H i H i H i i H i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Before lubricating repairing or inspect ing always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position engine and remove key i to prevent unintended o Leal o a ta NOTE Depending on the engine model found on your tractor it may be necessary to remove the tractors side panel in order to replace the oil filter if so equipped y Maintaining set parking brake stop H 24 i S
2. a it Avoid sudden starts ex cessive speed and sudden stops Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever in the disen gaged 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 i i i i i i i i i i it T i i i i i 17 a x i Operating Tractor WARNING E with a slope in excess iof 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 tractor could overturn and cause serious injury 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 ma chine if anyone enters the area y Your Lawn Do not mow on inclines o o o lt o s lt b e I o o ml o El AG 4 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 Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 3 to help deter mine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely A e Mow up and down slopes NEVER across WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a
3. A a se 45 Model Series 605 46 y n 4 my 10 16 0231 36 0337 Flat Washer 5 8 x 1 0 x 040 10 1325 illustrated Parts List T i i i i i i i i i i i i 3 EE i i iE i Pc 7 711 1109 Input Shaft GENUINE i 8 741 0335 Needle Bearing 625 x 813 x 495 mimm FACTORY PARTS 9 717 1464 14 tooth Bevel Pinion ge i 716 0108 Retaining Ring 437 741 0340 Sleeve Bearing 75 x 1 0 x 1 0 721 0338 Seal 75 x 1 0 X125 To order replacement 618 04041 Differential Assembly parts call the Customer 741 0336 Flange Bearing 5 8 x 3 4 x 3 4 Service Line at i m m 717 04056 42 tooth Bevel Gear 1 800 me 718 04045 Clutch Collar lorca E 711 04134 Drive Shaft PR Pe 736 0495 Thrust Washer 1 0 x 632 x 0 gt gt 736 0494 Flat Washer 632 x 1 00 x 035 741 0337 Flange Bearing 5 8 x 3 4 x 15 16 611 0011 Detent Shaft Assembly 741 0862 Detent Ball 732 0863 Compression Spring 719 04018 717 0678 Brake Puck 761 0202 710 1206 Self tapping Screw 1 4 20 x 2 375 661 0001 Brake Assembly 17870148 Grease 19 oz H 4 Use applicable flat washer ref s 3 or 18 in this application allowing 0150 0020 in end play
4. Grip Handle 1 2 i 1 15 783 0611t Seat Stop 732 0874 Spring Torsion i i 16 783 0738Ct Seat Pivot Bracket 738 0138A Screw 5 16 18 x 620 Gr2 To order replacement g H 17 783 0739Af Seat Adjustment Lever 738 04130 Scr Shldr 625 x 165 42 Deck parts call the Customer i 1 18 783 0753t Seat Adjustment Selector __ 738 0380 Screw Shld 50 x 27 46 Deck Service Line at to 757 04037 Medium Back Seat 741 0225 _ Bearing Hex Flange 1 800 800 7310 20 726 3046 Ratchet Clip 746 0968 Cable Lift 16 16 or visit H 21a 735 0657 LH Foot Pad Rubber 747 04155 Handle Lift www mtdproducts com 21b 735 0673 LH Foot Pad Rubber 756 1154 Pulley Roller 22a 735 0656 RH Foot Pad Rubber 783 04711 Arm Lift LH 42 Deck 22b 735 0672 RH Foot Pad Rubber not shown 783 04494 Arm Lift RH 42 Deck 23 710 0451 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 75 Grt 783 04963 Arm Lift LH 8 RH 46 Deck 24 710 0599 Screw 1 4 20 0 500 736 0607 Lock Washer 5 16 25 710 0604A Screw 5 16 18 0 625 710 1611B Scr5 16 18 x 750 Model X605H 26 710 0805t Screw 1 4 15 0 750 710 0726 Screw 5 16 12 27 731 1990f Cover Lift Lever 738 04012At Shoulder Screw 28a 731 04591A Cup Holder 720 04061t Knob 3 8 16 28b 731 2104C Cover w Cup Holder 736 0300 Flat Washer 406x 875x 059 29 736
5. Safety Assembly Operation Adjustment Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists e Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL Automatic Lawn Tractor Model Series 605 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION 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 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 FORM NO 769 02073C PRINTED IN U S A MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 01 05 2006 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 Table of Contents Slope AU 3 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor 24 Safe Operation Practices 4 Off Seaso
6. i NOTE If rebuilding the upper housing include two ounces 2 oz of Unirex N3 grease Part No 737 0289 in the input shaft cavity EXA d 47 a a UA i Y AAA EN O cy Y amp PR ALO Se y v 4 amp AD Be AY El E Model Series 605 Dion N SAD 48 Ref Part No Description No 1 117116 Brake Assembly Deck 2 17258E RH Belt Cover Deck 46 3 618 0240A Spindle Assembly 5 00 Dia 4 618 04134B Spindle Ass y Double Pulley 5 1683 0254B Hanger Bracket Assembly 6 683 04254 Deck Weldment 7 1710 0520 Screw 3 8 16 1 50 Gr5 8 710 0514 Screw 3 8 16 1 00 Gr5 9 710 0528 Screw 5 16 18 1 25 Gr5 10 1710 0599 Screw 1 4 20 0 500 11 710 3015 Screw 1 4 20 75 Gr5 12 710 0778 Screw 1 4 20 1 500 13 710 0805 Screw 5 16 18 1 50 Gr5 14 710 1260A Screw Ld 5 16 18 0 750 15 710 1026 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 75 16 736 0247 Washer Flat 406 x 1 25 x 157 17 711 0993 Belt Guard Pin 1 4 Dia x 1 43 18 711 1554 Pin 1 4 20 3 8 x 2 0 19 712 0206 Nut Hex 1 2 13 Gr5 20 712 04063 Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 GrF 21 712 04064 Nut Flange Lock 1 4 20 GrF 22 712 04065 Nut Flange Lock 3
7. i i Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining 6 Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit IMPORTANT Refer to the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner if so equipped and cartridge air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Spark Plug s The spark plug s 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 Engine Operator Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Lubrication PIN 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 start ing Engine Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the Engine Owner Manual packed with your unit Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Rear Wheels The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an all purpose grease before re installing them Front Axles Each end of the tractor
8. KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY p DO NOT OPERATE MOWER M UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS Y IN ITS PROPER PLACE ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING 31 d Safety Labels WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before at tempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine m y i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i E 3 i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i 4 FFAGL UU GYRFA RHUF RY Trouble Shooting For repairs beyond the minor adjust ments listed here contact an authorized service dealer 1 PTO engaged Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic 2 Spark plug wire s disconnected
9. 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 close fitting 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 p amp 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 influ ence of alcohol or drugs 16 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 17 Never carry passengers 18 Disen
10. 3 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Choke not activated Faulty spark plug 6 Blocked fuel line 7 Engine flooded 8 Parking brake not engaged Throttle control lever not in correct starting position Unit running with CHOKE applied Spark plug wire s loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Ventin gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Place PTO knob or lever in disengaged OFF position Connect wire s to spark plug s Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Pull out the CHOKE control if so equipped or place the throttle control in CHOKE position Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter if so equipped Crank engine with throttle in FAST position Engage parking brake Place throttle lever to FAST position Push CHOKE control if so equipped in or move the throttle control out of the CHOKE position Connect and tighten spark plug wire s Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace fuel filter if so equipped Clear vent or replace if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Replace air cleaner cartridge ele ment or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Problem Cause Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted Engine hesitates at 1 Spark plug s gap too close hig
11. Replace immediately if damaged Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replace ment NR rs Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor Changing the Deck Belt 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 LS 1 pp p d 4 Carefully loosen but do not remove the deck idler pulleys 5 Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including the deck idler pulleys and the electric PTO clutch units with electric PTO 6 Route the new belt as shown in Figure 26 27 and 28 and retighten the deck idler pulleys 7 Reinstall the belt guards removed earlier and remount the deck to the tractor 8 Route the belt around the engine pulley and reinstall the belt keeper rod s Changing the Lower Deck Belt 46 Decks NOTE Several components must be removed in order to change the tractor s lower deck belt See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to hav
12. Screw 5 16 18 0 750 Spacer Shoulder 38 x 1 00 x 31 Shaft Steering 625 OD x 24 25 Plastic Bushing 380 ID Screw Shoulder 498 x 340 Pivot Bracket Support RH Pivot Bracket Support LH Pivot Bracket Bar Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Cap Shoulder Screw 5 x 2 2 3 8 16 Deluxe Hub Cap Flat Washer 78 x 1 589 x 06 Cotter Pin 5 32 x 1 25 Cast Iron Pivot Bar Push Cap LH Axle Assembly 750 RH Axle Assembly 750 Pin Clevis 50 x 78 Cotter Pin Internal 080 x 1 5625 Adjustment Bracket Front Hex Flange Bearing Wheel Assembly Complete 15 x 6 Tire Only 15 x6x 6 Rim Only w Valve Stem j f a X i 10 lllustrated Parts List MTD m ENUINE mummmm FACTORY PARTS A i i f To order replacement parts call the Customer Service Line at 1 800 800 7310 or visit www mtdproducts com f A No 37 Model Series 605 38 J RM fo M t N Ref Part No Description Ed aa Description No i H 1 710 0726 Screw 5 16 12 x 750 731 04217 Parking Brake Button i i 2 710 0599 Self tapping Screw 1 4 20 x 5 736 0176 Flat Washer 265x 938x1 20 3 710 07
13. Spring Compr 1 28 OD x 3 125 mmm FACTORY PARTS 13 712 04065 Nut Flange Lock 3 8 16 GrF 40 736 0222 Washer Lock 1 4 External 14 712 3004A Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 Gr5 41 783 04612 Support Bracket Steering 15 714 0470 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 25 42 738 04058 Spacer Shoulder 38 x 1 0 x 70 16 726 0201 Nut Speed 3125 ID 43 747 04121A Hold Rod Battery Io order replacement 17 1731 21114 Knob PTO 44 783 0349 Battery Tray parts call the Customer gt Service Line at 18 746 04092 Deck Engagement Cable 45 783 04329A Seat Bracket Frame i 1 19 750 0566A Spacer 260 x 372 x 1 030 Lg 46 783 04809 Frame Upper 75008003 0 20 783 04590A Cable Bracket 47 1710 0599 Screw 1 4 20 0 50 Ber mtdproducts com 21 736 0108 Washer Flat 510 x 750 x 033 48 1725 1426A Solenoid 12V 100 Amp 22 736 0119 Washer Lock 5 16 49 725 04039 Switch Interlock 23 736 0242 Washer Bell 340 x 872 x 060 50 738 1132 Screw Shoulder 250 x 150 24 736 0275 Washer Flat 344 x 688 x 065 51 725 1737 Battery 190 CCA 25 736 0322 Washer Flat 450 x1 250 x 164 52 710 0703 Screw Carriage 1 4 20 75 Gr5 26 741 0708 Bearing Flange Hex Split 500 ID 53 712 0271 Nut Sems 1 4 20 27 747 1286A Keeper Rod Belt 54 712 3087 Nut Wing 1 4 20 H i i i i H
14. control and stop the tractor 2 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 Engaging the Blades Engaging the PTO Blade Engage transfers power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To engage the blades proceed as follows 1 Move the throttle control lever to the FAST rabbit position Models with Manual PTO 2 a Grasp the PTO Blade Engage lever and pivot it all the way forward into the engaged ON position Models with Electric PTO b Pull the PTO Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged ON position 3 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 engine on models with a manual PTO or electric PTO clutch on models with an electric PTO will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the shift lever in position for reverse travel with the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position Refer to Safety Interlock Switches earlier in this section Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your applica tion Refer to Setting The Cutting Height e
15. fuel caps valves canisters filters vapor hoses clamps connectors and other associated emission related components Where a warrantable condition exists MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years If any evaporative emission related part on your equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the lawn mower owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual MTD Consumer Group Inc recom mends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn mower but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts As the lawn mower owner you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed due to abuse neglect or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to MTD Consumer Group Inc s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1 800 800 7310 GENERA
16. i i i i H i H i i NOTE This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs and eguipment without notice and without incur ring obligation A ie NF el a De AU PURA GO MEACAR NOS DEA Ca RR CREC ARA TIER OUR FE ANLE I A DAR DURO EES IA EE RIERA SS CON MEE OME DEGERE O E a Rubber Boot Figure 1 NOTE This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and fea tures discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation Attaching the Battery Cables 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 Before attaching the negative cable remove the battery by removing the positive cable and hold down strap Note the date on the side of the battery If the battery is put into service after this date charge th
17. the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cut ting 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 spindles for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immedi ately if damaged The blades may be removed as follows 1 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 25 then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside Place a block of wood between the center deck hous ing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 24 Use a 15 16 wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Figure 24 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove egual amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle IMPORTANT If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened to within 1 5 8 from the edge or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones See Figure 25 e It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground egually to maintain proper blade balance When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or
18. will allow the clippings to discharge out of the discharge opening during operation See Figure 7 Figure 7 WARNING TEE a nens RS MU I 11 x yi Know Your Lawn Tractor Operating Your Lawn Tractor i 0 hn SANTA all NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position N j j N MS oF y Ji SN DAE LISA LL E TER 2 c d t D 3 EIEI NOTE Steering wheel not shown for clarity Figure 8 PTO Blade Engage Levert gt PTO Blade Engage Knobt E Systems indcatorMoriorh Amer I ion Switch Modus Choke Knobt Brake Pedal D Parking Brake Button K_ Drive Pedal Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Levert t Eso equipped NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position enero stent EAEE AA OE eens ee Store ea A ese ri hr SS H y ww 12 I A 3 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor s dash panel This lever controls the speed of the engine and on some models when pushed all the way forward
19. 4 4 4 4 5 5 52 3 5 6 7 8 9 0 54 5 6 7 8 9 o els e 1 Washer Flat 385 x 870 x 092 Washer Flat 406 x 875 x 059 Washer Flat 344 x 750 x 120 61 738 0155 Screw Shoulder 437 Dia x 162 66 74704096 Rod Cruise Control 69 783 0732A Bracket Lockout 69 783 0773A Ped Brake E I 80 5 5 5 5 5 Continued on next page 41 BARRES E YO 20 Illustrated Parts List a MTD nn ENUINE mum FACTORY PARTS A NI M Ea EI EUM FFF EF RH O FE FN PN A O NA EN I A NT To order replacement parts call the Customer Service Line at 1 800 800 7310 or visit www mtdproducts com poc ERE NUI EE A RE Y i ra des n lllustrated Parts List To order replacement parts call the Customer Service Line at 1 800 800 7310 or visit www mtdproducts com i i i H H i i H i H i I i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i I i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i i i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i EH i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i i i H i H i H i S Model Series 605 Description 83 656 04015 Pulley Ass y Variable Speed 84 683 04129 Bracket Pulley 4 3 85 710 0627 Screw 5 16 24 750 710 1652 Screw 1 4 20 625 718 04012 Cup Bearing 736 0362 Washer Flat 87 88 3 741 0600
20. Adjust Seat 34 i A ee Ref Part No Description o Description No 1 71041268f Screw 410 16 x 375 783 010 Adjust Brkt Lift Model X605H 2 712 04063 Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 GrF 783 0677 Adjust Brkt Lift 3 712 04064 _ Nut Flange Lock 1 4 20 783 1489A Mounting Bracket Seat 4 720 0309At Seat Adjuster Grip 710 0227 Screw 88 18 x 50 lllustrated 5_ 726 0201f Nut Speed 3125 ID 726 0279 Plate Insulator ue 6 731 04074t Spacer 725 1303 Spring Switch Outer Parts List 7 1732 0499 Compression Spring 41 x 1 5 725 1439 Spring Switch Inner i i 8 732 1184 Spring Extension 84 Dia x 4 6 726 0278 Plate Insulator Boss i 3 9 1788 0275 Wash Flat 344 x 688 x 065 683 04079 _ Shaft Assembly Lift 10 736 3019f Wash Flat 531x 1 062 x 134 712 04065 Nut Flange Lock 3 8 16 GrF i 11 738 0137At Screw Shld 340 x 285 1 4 20 714 0104 Pin Cotter 072 Dia x 1 13 MTD 12 738 0296 Screw Shoulder 437 x 268 714 0111 Pin Cotter 3 32 1 0 GENUINE 13 738 0966Af Screw Should 50 x 925 3 8 16 716 0106A _ Ring E Type 625 Dia ES 14 783 0209D Seat Bracket Lift 720 0311
21. Ball Bearing 783 04722 Switch Bracket Parking Brake 736 0242 Washer Bell 340 x 872 x 060 712 04065 Nut Flange Lock 3 8 16 GrF 91 92 T rm Fes sore Lock Washer ss Fes raster sumen X hs ga E AN EEDE EF HIM ENG Y YF WT EC GE ICE EFE FON FEE AC MA D EF TRE RE EAE AAE FOA aS AU ALL CIE AENEIS IER oe sa NO Kohler Courage Ref Part No Description No 1 710 0227 AB Screw 88 18 x 0 5 2 710 0599 TT Screw 1 4 20 x 0 5 3 710 0726 AB Screw 5 16 12 x 0 5 4 783 0615D Muffler Bracket 5 751 3142 Oil Drain Cap 6 710 0654A TT Screw 3 8 16 x 1 00 7 736 0277 Flat Washer 1 031 x 1 620 x 095 8 751 3141 Oll Drain Extension Hose 9 726 0205 Hose Clamp 10 1725 0157 Cable Tie 11 726 0272 Clamp 12 751 3140 Oil Drain Valve 13 51 10349 Fuel Line Hose 14 751 0564A Muffler Deflector NOTE Tractor features vary by model NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment S a Briggs amp Stratton V Twin lllustrated Parts List MOV ENUINE mmus FACTORY PARTS To order replacement parts call the Customer Service Line at 1 800 800 7310 or visit www mtdproducts com ger 712 0271 Sems Nut 1 4 20 721 0460 Exhaust Gasket 783 0625C Heat Shield 43
22. Equipped To engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attach ments on models equipped with an electric PTO pull outward on the PTO Blade Engage knob Push the PTO Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck Ly a st NOTE The PTO Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat PTO Blade Engage Lever On models eguipped with a manual PTO Blade Engage the PTO Blade Engage lever is located on the left side of PTO BLADE ENGAGE the dashboard next to the steering wheel Move the PTO Blade Engage lever forward to engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments move the PTO Blade Engage lever rearward to disen gage the power to the attachments NOTE The PTO Blade Engage lever must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat Seat Adjustment Lever If Equipped To adjust the seat forward or backward on units equipped with a quick adjust seat 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 seat in place Refer to the Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor section of this manual for more detailed instructions on
23. OO O SS A A A A A um emm 2 Safe 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 man ual 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 Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual PE A RA E NE FR HY IE EE HOW GE HU PEE WDDF EIC E E E RL E A ie A WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to 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 eguipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can resulti in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects 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 n
24. PTO Blade Engage knob or lever in the disengaged OFF position 2 Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts ex cessive speed and sudden stops WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever 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 1 Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up 2 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 3 To move forward place the shift lever in the FOR WARD position then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved Operating Your Lawn Tractor WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operat ing i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i
25. PTO Blade Engage lever is moved into the engaged ON position with the shift lever in Reverse Models with Electric PTO Blade Engage The electric PTO Blade Engage clutch will automati cally shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage knob in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position the electric PTO Blade Engage clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engage knob is moved into the engaged ON position with the shift lever in Reverse e VVARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection A Reverse Caution Mode WARNING Use extreme caution A while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i 15 Operating Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock ing This system was designed for your safety and protection Use extreme ca
26. Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 20 o this manual for more detailed insiructions regarding various deck adjustments Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is gt malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the TRACTOR SET UP on page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions 1 Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch 2 Place the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever in the disengaged OFF position 3 Engage the tractor s parking brake 4 Activate the choke control 5 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 posi tion for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter 6 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 operat ing the tractor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine discon nect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating 1 If the blades are engaged place the
27. in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explo sive 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 b Use only an approved gasoline container 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 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 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 Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never fuel machine indoors Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and eguipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine To reduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris
28. 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 man Ual 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 Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual i OE EA RS A PES E ASO A HOW R AEE A EM DIFAI A OYMA FL Y FFF A DEAD w 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 feel 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 exireme 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 obsiacles 3 Use slow speed Choose a low
29. parking brake when leaving REVERSE CAUTION to the OFF position See Figure 10 the tractor unattended MODE i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i 13 A Operating Your Lawn Tractor NOTE The PTO Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat i i FN NOTE The PTO Blade Engage lever must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat y A NG OIL E e ZZZ HOURS 1 10 NNN ES 0 ae PTO BLADE PARRING Figure 11 Systems Indicator Monitor If Equipped LCD Located in the center of the tractors console the systems indicator monitor records and displays on its LCD hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil The LCD will alternately flash the recorded hours CHG and OIL for five minutes after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse The maintenance interval lasts for two hours from 50 52 100 102 150 152 etc The LCD will also flash as described above for five minutes every time the tractor s engine has been started during
30. rise of approxi mately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e 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 tum must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over e 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 Setting The Cruise Control 1 Place the shift lever in the FORWARD position then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved 2 Lightly depress the cruise control button 3 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 1 Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise
31. s front pivot bar may be equipped with a grease fitting Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation Cleaning the Engine And Deck Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine IMPORTANT The use of a pressure washer to clean your tractor is NOT recommended lt may cause damage to electrical components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine Deck Wash System Your tractor s deck may be equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of cor rosive chemicals Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING 1 Drive the tractor to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough to a water sillcock spigot for your garden hose to reach IMPORTANT Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc 2 Disengage the PTO Blade Engage move the shift lever into the neutral position set the parking brake and stop the engine 3 Thread the hose coupler packaged with your tractor s Operator s Manual onto the end of your garden hose 4 Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface See Figure 21 5 Turn the water on 6 While sitting in the operator s po
32. 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 appli ances Jump Starting WARNING When removing or y IN installing the battery follow these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting against the frame IMPORTANT Never jump your tractor s dead battery with the battery of a running vehicle 1 Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive terminal of the good battery then the other end to the positive terminal of the dead battery 2 Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery A Cleaning Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution If neces sary scrape the baitery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion WARNING Failure to use this procedure could cause sparking and the gas in either battery could explode Battery Failures Some common causes for battery failure are e incorrect initial activation undercharging overcharging e corroded connections e freezing These failures are NOT covered by your tractor s warranty 26 Cutting Blades WARNING Be sure to shut
33. the choke control also When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed See Figure 9 Choke Position Fast Position Operating Your Lawn Tractor IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throtile lever is always in the FAST rabbit position Choke Control On some models moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine s choke control On all other models the Figure 9 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 Starting The Engine in this section of the REVERSE manual for detailed starting instructions 9l CAUTION Mong Brake Pedal 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 Slow Position DII WARNING Mowing Mode 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 Position be fully depressed to activate Figure 10 the safety interlock switch IMPORTANT Prior to operating the tractor
34. to taken should be equal If they re not proceed to the i next step i i i i H i i i i i i i i i i NOTE Check the tractors tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 26 for information regarding where specified in the operator s 4 Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the i s make any adjustments while yes 3 Loosen but do NOT remove the hex cap screw on tire pressure manual adjustment gear found immediately behind the hex i j the engine is running except the left deck hanger bracket See Figure 15 cap screw just loosened clockwise up or counter clockwise down The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before perform ing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on 5 Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger page 26 for information regarding tire pressure bracket when proper adjustment is achieved i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i bu AEMET EE 20 ag AN Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING Never attempt to ad A j
35. with a part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position Figure 24 Figure 25 IMPORTANT Use a torgue wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 foot pounds and 90 foot pounds Fuses A fuse is 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 It can either be found under the hood mounted behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar or under the seat mounted to the inside of the tractor frame next to the battery tray Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replace ment 27 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Besuretoshutthe engine off remove ignition key discon nect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before remov ing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves ora rag i i i i i i i i i to grasp the cutting blade Periodically inspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object
36. with a 46 inch deck it may be necessary to remove the belt keepers from around the engine pul ley in order to remove the PTO belt Maintaining Your Lawn X i Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor S WARNING Never exceed the i H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H 1 1 i H H maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire ery 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 inerts 5 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 See Figure 23 6 Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm 7 Rotate the pin slightly toward the rear of the tractor and release the pin into the hole provided 8 Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side 9 Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise deck lift arms up and out of the way 10 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 11 Gently slide the cutting deck from
37. 3078 Washer Flat 344 x 1 0 x 063 783 04081At Seat Pivot Bracket Manual Adj 30 783 04314A Fender Model X605H 710 0870t Hex Head Washer Screw 3 8 16 i i 783 04333A_ Fender ud E y H t If Equipped i I NOTE Tractor features vary by model NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment M Ld 35 Model Series 605 NE i y A SN A CD A SY y VU e 36 Ref Part No 710 04095 710 0514 710 0643 gt s e o o n gt 711 1408 711 1409A 712 0214 712 04065 712 0459 712 3004A 712 0240 717 1550E 717 1554 723 0448A 736 3004 736 3084 710 1260A 738 04154 738 1001A 741 0475 738 0143 783 0726E 783 0727D 783 0728 631 04028 731 04039 738 1011A 734 2290A 736 0316 714 04039 719 04105 726 0341 638 04003 638 04004 711 0332 714 04023 783 0720A 741 0656A 634 04086 734 1731 634 04081 Description Hex Screw 3 8 16 1 00 Gr5 Hex Screw 3 8 16 1 00 Gr5 Hex Screw 5 16 18 1 00 Gr5 Link Drag RH Link Drag LH Nut Hex Lock 3 8 24 Nut Flange Lock 3 8 16 Grf Nut Flange Lock 7 16 20 Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 Gr5 Nut Jam 7 16 20 Gr2 Gear Steering 11 90 Ratio Gear Pinion Steering Ball Joint 7 16 20 Lock Washer Flat 406 x 875 x 105 Washer Flat 51 x 1 12 x 06
38. 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 m oosen Tighten to lower deck to raise deck 3 From the front of the tractor loosen the hex lock nut on each end of the deck hanger rod and turn away from the inner hex nuts See Figure 14 WARNING F Never attempt to 4 Tighten the inner hex nuts front against the front k diust hanger bracket to raise the front of the deck loosen mare any acjust the hex nuts to lower the front of the deck ments while the engine is running NOTE Models with a 42 inch deck have only ONE jam except where speci i nut washer and lock nut fied in the operator s manual 5 Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex nuts 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 A aulas i 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place Adjustment Gea the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position Hex Bolt _A and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular MM with the tractor Figure 15 2 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 WARNING Never attempt
39. 51 Hex Cap Screw 1 4 20 x 62 747 1196 Brake Cruise Pivot Rod 4 46 1084 Throttle Control Cable 629 04083 Headlight Wire Hamess i lllustrated i 5 731 1999 Choke Plug 731 05165A Hood Plenum 6 731 04949 Headlight Lens 783 04908 RH Dash Support Plate Parts List 7 738 04091 Shoulder Screw 43 x 29 710 0642 Self tapping Screw 1 4 20 x75 i 8 783 04551 Hood 1 Style 783 04909 LH Dash Support Plate 9 783 04552 Grill 1 Style 725 0963 10 783 04578 Pivot Bracket RH 736 0270 Bell Washer 265 x 75 x 062 i H 783 04577 _ Pivot Bracket LH 710 1611B Screw 5 16 18 x 75 MTD 11 783 04621 Grill Pivot Bracket 725 1649 Headlight Socket WEENUINE 12 712 04064 Flange Lock Nut 1 4 20 710 1652 Hex Index Screw 1 4 20x 625 J emmmPACTORYPARTS 13 751 0659C Fuel Tank Two Gall 35 731 05522 Hood Cover 5 Styl uei tank Iwo Gallon 35 731 05522 over y 14 751 0603 Fuel Cap 725 1745 Ignition Key w plastic cover 15 710 1017 Screw 1 4 14 x 625 725 1744 ignition Key w o plastic cover To order replacement 16 710 0895 Self tapping Screw 1 4 15 x 75 725 04227 Ignition Switch parts call the Customer as 17 710 3217 Truss Philips Screw 48 32 x 375 88 725 04036B Systems Ind Monitor w Hr Meter Service Line at 18 712 0142 Hex Nut 48 32 725 04156 Systems In
40. 8 16 GrF 23 712 0417A Nut Flange 5 8 18 24 712 0431 Nut Flange Lock 3 8 16 GrF 25 712 0641 Nut Hex M16 1 5 26 712 3006 Nut Hex 1 4 20 Gr5 27 738 0322 Shld Screw 625 Dia x 217 28 712 3083 Nut Hex Lock 1 2 13 Gr8 Nylon 29 714 0470 Pin Cot 1 8 x 1 25 30 717 04074 Adjustment Gear Deck 31 726 0233 Nut Push 25 ID x 50 OD 32 732 0306A Sprg Compress 531 OD x 1 75 33 732 0429A Spring Extension 50 Dia x 3 97 34 732 0594A Spring Extension 91 Dia x 7 33 Description 734 0973 37 736 0119 Spring Extension 75 OD x 6 75 Wheel Deck 5 0 x 1 38 Washer Lock 5 16 736 0211 Washer Flat 285 x 1 25 x 06 736 0270 _ Washer Bell 265 x 75 x 062 40 736 0418A Washer Flat 34 x 2 25 x 10 41 736 0225 Washer Lock 5 8 Chute Assembly Spacer Shoulder 625 ID x 169 Spacer Shoulder 498 x 1 53 Plug Blade 16 28 Star 3 in One Blade 14 88 Star 3 in One Shld Screw 625 x 2 515 x 875 Rod Deck Release Rod Deck Adjustment Shoulder Spacer Spacer 260 x 372 x 1 030 53 Spacer 375 x 63 x 595 Pulley Idler 4 25 Dia 60_ 783 04641 Bracket Idler 66_ 710 0623 Screw 3 816x 750 68 783 04991 Brake Bracket t If Equipped 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 NOTE Tractor features vary by model NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous
41. DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL OEM 190 658 EM 190 218 Rear Weight Kit OEM 190 672 Front Bumper Sue Valor Kt zy Tractar Sunshade 100 193 piv Kit 30018 OPES HA CAUTIO BEAD OT ACROSS AVOID SUDD R 0 US PERATOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE AND Bb i 1 DISENGAGE BLADESPTO POWER TAKE OFF 2 ENGAGE THE TRACTOR S PARKING BRAKE 3 ACTIVATE THE CHOKE CONTROL 4 TURN KEY TO START ENGINE AFTER START RELEASE KEY amp DEACTIVATE CHOKE BY PLACING THROTTLE TO FAST RABBIT POSITION OPERATING MODES 1 TURN KEYTO REVERSE CAUTION MODE POSITION 2 DEPRESS REVERSE PUSH BUTTON RED INDICATOR LIGHT ON WHEN RED LIGHT IS ON MACHINE CAN BE OPERATED IN REVERSE WITH MOWER BLADES IMPORTANT MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED 3 AFTER RESUMING oan OPERATION RETURN KEY TO NORMAL MOWING NOTE IN BOTH MODES WHEN OPERAT OR LEAVES SEAT ENGINE WILL STOP UNLESS PARKING BRAKE IS SET AND BLADES ARE DISENGAGED PARKING CRUISE BRAKE CONTROL DEPRESS DEPRESS SPEED BRAKE PEDAL CONTROL PEDAL PRESS PEDAL DOWN PUSH PARKING JUNTO DESIRED SPEED TO INCREASE SPEED BRAKE LEVER PUSH CRUISE DOWN AND a LEVER RELEASE PEDAL AND RELEASE TO LOCK os PRESS TO RELEASE DW UP AND TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY
42. Gr2 16 714 0104 Pin Cotter 072 Dia x 1 13 17 714 0111 Pin Cotter 3 32 1 0 18 714 0209 Cotter Pin Internal 125 Dia 19 714 0470 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 25 20 718 0758A Pulley Hub 5 8 Spline 21 720 04028 Knob Shift 22 723 3018 Ball Joint 23 731 04602 Sleeve 758 x 821 x 3 3125 24 731 04604 Sleeve 758 x 821 x 2 4375 25 732 0384 Spring Extension 62 Dia x 6 12 26 732 0525 Spring Clip Shifter 27 732 0716 Spring Extension 59 OD x 4 00 28 732 0963 Spring Extension 50 Dia x 6 37 29 736 0169 Washer Lock 3 8 30 710 0224 Screw 10 16 50 31 738 0372B Spacer Shoulder 1 00 x 38 x 38 32 747 04146A Rod Shift 33 747 04164 Rod Brake 34 747 1127 Idler Rod Adjustable 3 8 35 748 0334 Spacer 68 36 750 0566A Spacer 260 x 372 x 1 030 37 754 0467 Belt V Type 38 754 0468 Belt V Type 39 1756 04002 Pulley V Type 7 25 Dia 40 756 04224 Idler Pulley Flat 2 75 OD 41 783 04283 Bracket Shift Description 42 783 04360 43 783 04442 44 Control Assembly Brake Control Assembly Speed Pedal Assembly Screw 5 16 18 0 875 Screw 5 16 18 0 750 Screw 5 16 18 0 750 Pin 3 8 16 x 2 68 Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 Gr5 Spring Compression 405 x 1 17 pring Extension 50 OD x 1 41 pring Extension 50 OD x 6 37 Pad Brake Washer Flat 64 x 1 24 x 06 Ht Bracket Shift F N R Idler Bracket Center Double 4
43. L EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subseguent purchaser that the lawn mower is Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc s application for certification The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service The warranty period is two years Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emission related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period 2 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period 3 Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as reguire
44. N AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE P B B LACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S EFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE LADE S PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake 1 Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it down with your foot while gently pushing the parking brake button inward 2 Hold the parking brake button in while removing your foot from the brake pedal 3 Once engaged the parking brake button and the brake pedal will lock in the down position To disengage the parking brake 1 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 automaiically shut off verno the Cutting Height 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 2 Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between 14 inch and 12 inch above the ground when the tractor is on a smooth flat surface such as a driveway WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting 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
45. RNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off remove the ignition key and set the parking brake before removing the ship ping brace Locate the shipping brace if present and accompany ing warning tag found on the right side of the mower between the discharge chute and the cutting deck See Figure 2 e 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 carded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is A capable of throwing objects Fail ure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and or property damage WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and dis Attaching The Steering Wheel If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come b a Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor WARNING M Make sure the riding mower s engine is off remove the igni tion key and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must ps removed and discarded before operating your riding mower The mowing deck is RE E I I O FF FF HE m
46. SE MID E ERE O RT A i i i i i i i i i i i i I i Model Series 605 44 a i a w c i t Ref Part No Description Ref Part No Description No No 1 17962 Plate Switch 28 747 04470 Engagement Handle Deck i 2 1647 04036 Lever Assembly Engagement 29 748 0415B Spacer 385 ID x 635 OD x 1 54 3 714 0145 Click Pin 30 710 1260A Screw 5 16 18 x 750 4 1710 0224 Screw 10 16 0 500 31 756 04207 Pulley Engine 3 39 x 6 12 Dia lllustrated i i 5 1710 0276 Screw Carriage 5 16 18 1 00 32 783 04467 Siop Bracket Deck Up 6 732 04248 Extension Spring 38 OD x 3 9 Lg 33 783 0744A Stop Bracket Engagement Parts List 7 1710 04377 Screw 7 16 20 2 75 Gr5 34 683 04173 Frame Assembly Lower 8 710 0726 Screw 5 16 12 0 750 35 710 0607 Screw 5 16 18 0 500 9 710 0778 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 50 36 710 0642 Screw 1 4 20 0 750 i 10 711 1044A _ Pin Belt Guard 5 16 x 4 75 37 1710 3005 _ Screw 3 8 16 1 25 Gr5 MTV 11 1710 0859 Screw 3 8 16 x 2 50 38 712 04064 Nut Flange Lock 1 4 20 GrF ENUINE 12 712 04063 Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 GrF 39 732 04035
47. Sa Ts p lt AP a oo HA sms qui 46 Deck Electric PTO idier Pulleys Figure 28 29 i Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor TREN se Off Season Storage Attachments WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Al low engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of igni tion prior to draining fuel Never store the ma chine 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 f i i Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section Follow the instructions in the Service Storage amp 6 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 Specifications section of the Engine Operator Owner of this manual before storing for an extended period Manual for proper engine care prior to storing your tractor WARNING Drain fuel only into WARNING Never store the A an approved container outdoors machine or fuel container indoors away from an open flame Allow where there is an open flame engine to cool Extinguish spark or pilot light such as on cigarettes cigars pipes and water heater furnace clothes other sources of ignition prior to dryer or other gas appliance draining fuel Attachments amp Accessories The following attachme
48. WA RAIN cR E I WU HA YN EA E X po 22 i Steering Adjustment 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 and right side Adjusting 1 Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint See Figure 19 NE Hex Nut You r Lawn 2 Remove hex nut on the top of ball joint See Figure 19 Tractor 3 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 4 Replace hex nut and retighten the jam nut after proper adjustment is achieved Ball Jam Joint Nut 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 Figure 19 NOTE Threading the between 1 16 and 5 16 ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the front tires to toe in too far Proper toe in 2 In front of the axle measure the distance horizontally S between 1 16 and from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right 9 16 rim Note the distance 3 Behind the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance
49. all seat adjustments Deck Lift 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 EN EEE 14 Parking Brake Button 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 will 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 Cruise Control Button The cruise control button is located on the tractor dash panel to the left of the ignition switch 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 tractor to remain at that speed without applying pressure to the drive pedal Depress the brake pedal or the drive pedal to deactivate cruise control Refer to Setting the Cruise Control later in this section the manual for detailed instructions regarding the cruise c
50. arlier in this section Mowing WARNING To help avoid blade A 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 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 side walks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall 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 e 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 e Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather e 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 Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to C
51. arts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 12 Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 13 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 14 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment A Lad Safe Operation Practices 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 man ual 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 Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor 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 i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i
52. build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris 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 Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing Coo A EN 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 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 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
53. d Monitor w Ammeter 1 800 800 7310 19 731 1857 Throttle Control Knob Es 725 043391 Wire Harness w Hour Meter or visit iwww mtdproducts com 20 731 05001A Dash Panel 725 04334 Wire Harness w Ammeter 21 781 04P15 __ Cruise Control Button Lol A A t If Equipped Not Shown i H H i H H i H i i H N EA e 39 Model Series 605 Left Hand Transmission Bolt Mounting 40 Ref Part No Description No 1 17840 Mounting Bracket Transaxle 2 725 04039 Switch Interlock 3 17962 Plate Switch 4 647 04020 Lever Assembly Shift 5 710 0607 Screw 5 16 18 0 500 6 710 0726 Screw 5 16 12 0 750 7 710 0809 Screw 1 4 20 1 250 8 710 1007 Screw Sems 3 8 16 1 500 9 710 1266 Screw 5 16 18 3 50 Gr5 10 710 3144 Screw 3 8 16 2 00 Grd 11 711 0736 Adjustment Ferrule 1 4 20 x 1 12 712 0241 Nut Hex 3 8 24 Gr5 13 712 04063 Nut Flange Lock 5 16 18 GrF 14 712 0431 Nut Flange Lock 3 8 16 GrF 15 712 0700 Nut Flange 9 16 18
54. d maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part 4 Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment 6 The lawn mower owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective emission related warranted part provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station 7 MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part 8 Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts 9 Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must b
55. e battery as instructed in the Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor section of this manual prior to operating the tractor Secure battery back onto the tractor with the hold down strap Reattach the positive cable heavy red wire to the positive battery terminal with the bolt and nut 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 nut e Make certain the hold down strap is in position over the battery securing it in place See Figure 1 Gas and Oil Fill 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 Extin guish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate Engine Operator Owner 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 Shipping Brace Removal WA
56. e following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to Use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts g Transportation charges and service calls No implied warranty including any implied warranty of mer chantability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind MTD During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remed
57. e provided without charge to the owner Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc 10 Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used The use of any non exempted add on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified part WARRANTED PARTS The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused neglected or improperly maintained and that such abuse neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage The following emission warranty parts list are covered Fuel Line Fuel Line Clamps MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR MID The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC 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 workman ship for a period of two 2 years comme
58. e your lower drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor WARNING proceed as follows Changing the Transmission Drive 1 Remove the belt keeper rod s from around the Belt en NOTE Several ts must b d and special r Several components must be removed and specia Be sure e shut the 2 des the cutting deck as instructed earlierin this tools je mias wienh inorder fo dhanas Wie engine of remove Ig section tractor s drive belt See an authorized MTD Service Dealer nition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt s 3 Remove the belt guards by removing the self tapping screws that fasten them to the deck to have your drive belt replaced or phone Customer Sup port as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing e belt SY LA YSU YY a PP CCR Y TR A RF DY 28 g Left Hand Spindle Pulley H Engine Pulley 42 Deck Right Hand Spindle Pulley 7 p lt r o oo gt o o y OA o 2 Un o9 a m NA O NY lyd
59. engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifica tions warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information MTD International Award Winning Products Cur Company Contact Us Privacy Policy Service amp Support Product Registration Md ProductiMenu M f sedo s umop pue dn Jonu sedojs IO ade DU SSOJ92 SJ9MOLU GNIH3805F VM s e148d0 Auntul snoues ul Gunsa dijs pinos noA pue Buljoo INOA urejureui oj nop AouoJxe si 1 edojs e yons uo J9MOLU pulyaq LM e GuneJedo j untur snoues esneo pue uunjaAo pjnoo J9MOLU Buipu y 199 OL Alone 199 z 1 2 Ajayewixoidde jo 981 soeiDop c JO Ss89X8 ui ado s e YIM S9UIJoul uo MOLU JOU oq ONINUVM obner edo s m i sedols jo 8984 eui 880 08 1919U sedo s umop pue dn SJoMou ONIGIH e eiedo S ing lt or a fence post lt q or a corner of a build I amp Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree 1 sedo s uons uo JoMou UMEJ JNOA ajesado jou og Ajejes ejejedo jou Aew noA eeu sedojs euiuejep oj epinD e se eDed siy esf 1 O P M M O
60. 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 at tachments 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 2 3 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 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 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 Over speed ing may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious
61. gage 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 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 24 Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door open ings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious injury 25 Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine 26 Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually
62. ght corner of the key switch module The red indicator light at the top left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated See Figure 12 4 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged 5 Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around 6 After resuming forward motion return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position IMPORTANT The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until a The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOW ING position or STOP position b The operator leaves the seat Models with Electric PTO ONLY c The operator engages the parking brake by fully depressing the brake pedal and holding it down while gently pushing the parking brake button inward Models with Manual PTO ONLY RQ Ay WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF 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 OFF 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 LADE S B KNOW LOCATIO
63. h RPM Idles poorly 1 Spark plug s fouled faulty or gap too wide 2 Dirty air cleaner Excessive 1 Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Vibration 2 Damaged or bent cutting blade Mower will not 1 Engine speed too low mulch grass If 2 Wet grass Eguipped 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade Uneven cut 1 Deck not balanced properly 2 Dull blade 3 Uneven tire pressure 33 Remed Fill crankcase with proper oil I Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Remove spark plug s and reset the gap Replace spark plug s Set plug s gap Replace air cleaner cartridge ele ment or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Tighten blade and spindle Balanc blade Replace blade Place throttle control 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 desired height or make a narrower cutting path Sharpen or replace blade Perform side to side deck adjust ment 2 Sharpen or replace blade 3 Check tire pressure in all four tires MO Trouble Shooting For repairs beyond the minor adjust ments listed here contact an authorized service dealer SIRE UU ee Model Series 605 Models w Manually ___ Adjusting Seat Models w Quick _
64. ingle Shown Figure 20 WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Engine Refer to the Engine Operator Owner Manual for engine maintenance instructions Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Follow the instructions carefully Changing Engine Oil tractor it may be necessary to remove the tractor s side panel in order to replace the oil filter if so equipped i NOTE Depending on the engine model found on your 1 Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port See Figure 20 i 2 Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube 3 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 4 After the oil has finished draining push the oil drain valve back in rotate it clockwise to lock the valve closed and re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port 5 Service the oil filter if so equipped as instructed in the separate Engine Operator Owner Manual packed i i i i i h with your unit i
65. injury or death 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 steer ing ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn Towing 1 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Service Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 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 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 professi
66. is 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 Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor To adjust the position of the seat on models equipped with a seat adjustment lever move the lever to the left and slide the seat forward or rearward Refer to the 27 Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor section Make sure seat Figure 1 is locked into position before operating the tractor n p Knob Adjustment Seat if so equipped To adjust the position of the seat on models so equipped loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat See Figure 17 Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the two knobs 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 Standard Seat if so equipped To adjust the position of the seat loosen the two hex screws on the bottom of the seat Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the two screws See Figure 18 Figure 18 i i i i I i I i H i H i H i H i H H i H i H i H i H i H i H i I i I i I i H i H i H H H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i i i EH i EH i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i H i YD HAF YER ANE CGU RS ME A SUCCI DF SP F
67. models so equipped from the bottom of seat before proceeding with applicable instructions 2 Slide seat in until front seat spacer engages the seat stop See Figure 5 WARNING Before operating this y IN 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 Knob Adjustment Seat 1 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket Figure 6 RO ES 2 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot gt bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat s base Figure 6 PA 9 3 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the two knobs removed earlier See Figure 6 10 a Y A PA GWEFAN Y O MU DECANI PA EU Y FE RIO TO REF ILC GA RHEDAI A BI A FAP Y FFF AS HEO i i i i i i i i i i H Eu QU desee VUE QURE DUREE NET s Identifying the Mulch Plug if so equipped On tractor models so equipped a mulch plug can either be found within the cutting deck s discharge opening or packed separately with your unit Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor NOTE Refer to Mulching on page 19 for more detailed information If you d prefer to operate the cutting deck without mulch ing simply remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing nut which fastens it to the cutting deck This
68. n ESN Mot CL A a IH RR TEA MU TE HIN Tee e Y O CR attached the hardware for attaching it has been packed i capable of throwing within the steering wheel beneath the steering wheel jobjects Failure to cap Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove operate the riding the hardware mower without the NOTE There are two different styles of steering wheel discharge cover in cap See Figure 3 Styles vary by model the proper operating position could result 1 With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight in serious personal forward place the steering wheel over the steering injury and or property 2 Place the washer with the cupped side down over the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt See Figure 3 3 Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it clicks into place E OO lt A a peo M M A X s Attaching The Seat Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available e Standard Adjustment e Quick Adjustment amp Knob Adjustment Setting Up If the seat for your tractor did not come attached refer to You r Lawn Figure 4 Figure 5 and Figure 6 to identify your tractors seat style and follow the applicable instructions below to Tractor attach it NOTE For shipping reasons seats are either fastened to the tractor seat s pivot bracket with a plastic tie or mounted backward to the pivot b
69. n Storage Attachments 30 Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor 8 Safety Labels uni iia 31 Operating Your Lawn Tractor 12 Trouble Shooting cocaina 32 Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor 20 Parts Lido da 34 Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate provided to the right Model Number Serial Number You can locate the model plate by looking beneathe the seat This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site and or obtain assistance from the Customer Support l MTD LLC Department or an authorized service dealer MTD P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OH 44136 For A Growing World For A Growing World World 330 220 4683 www mtdproducts com 800 800 7310 Customer Support Please 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 mtdproducts com Click on the Service amp Support menu option 2 Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 800 800 7310 3 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all
70. ncing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited war ranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as batter ies belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area check your Yellow Pages or contact MTD LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 800 800 7310 or 1 330 220 4683 or log on to our Web site at www mtdproducts com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in th
71. nts and accessories are compatible for Model Series 605 Lawn Tractors 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 NOTE Model Series 605 Lawn Tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground engaging attachments e g tiller or plow Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor s warranty MODEL CEN 90 08 OO 6 OEM 0 1 OE 190 80 OE 9082 RENT OEM 90 007 OEN 190888 OEM 190 672 Grille Guard mounts on front of tractor OEM 190 833 46 inch Front Dozer Blade Not compatible with tractors equipped with a Grass Collector 30 H q ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADE S OFF LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT DPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP JF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELOS AND SWITCHES ETC 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 PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION
72. onally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the blade s and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tighiness Also visually inspect blade s for damage e g excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blade s with the original eguipment manufacturer s O E M blade s only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original eguipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating 10 Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subjeci to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M p
73. ontrol feature 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 Shift Lever The shift lever is located on the left side of the fender and has three positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE The brake pedal must be depressed and the tractor must not be in motion when the moving shift lever IMPORTANT Never force the shift lever Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractors transmission Safety Interlock Switches 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 e The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever is in the disengaged OFF position The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake Models with Manual PTO Blade Engage The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position the engine will automatically shut off if the
74. ot understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a h Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine To avoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into Reverse If equipped the Reverse Caution Mode should not be used when children or others are around Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation 2 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the 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 Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Operation Safe Handling of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care
75. page are standard equipment d 49 pp aa esa Ia LLL EN 10 Illustrated Parts List te MTV EMUINE su FACTORY PARTS To order replacement parts call the Customer Service Line at 1 800 800 7310 or visit www mtdproducts com 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 woo 50 Mn WU I I I IU I I I I I I I I IU I I WI I I I IL Y A e Use this page to make notes and write down important information NOTES Co d ES CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower In California new lawn mower must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines
76. racket In either case free the seat form its shipping position and remove the d za two hex screws or knobs on models so eguipped from Figure 4 the bottom of seat before proceeding with applicable instructions below Standard Adjustment Seat 1 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket Figure 4 WARNING Before operating this machine make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop stand 2 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat s base behind the machine 3 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the two hex screws removed earlier See Figure 4 until fully engaged into stop Ouick Adjustment Seat NOTE If your seat was shipped mounted backwards on the seat pivot bracket pull out the tab found on the seat stop and hold it open while sliding the seat off the seat pivot bracket See Figure 5 1 Line up the plastic seat spacers with the slots in seat and pull back on seat pivot bracket Figure 5 NOTE For shipping rea sons seats are either fastened to the tractor seat s pivot bracket with a plastic tie or mounted backward to the pivot bracket In either case free the seat form its shipping position and remove the two hex screws or knobs on
77. refer to both when starting the tractor Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in this section of the manual for detailed instructions Fr i regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the Ignition Switch Module tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE WARNING Never leave a running Drive Pedal IMPORTANT y IN machine unattended Always The drive pedal is located below the Prior to operating the disengage PTO move shift lever brake pedal on the right front side of tractor refer to both Safety Interlock y Switches and Starting EES The Engine in this section of the manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition into neutral position set parking the tractor along the running board Depress the drive pedal with your right brake stop engine and remove T foot when the tractor shift lever is in key to prevent unintended either FORWARD or REVERSE to cause starting the tractor to move Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal The b further down the pedal is depressed the faster the tractor will travel The pedal To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the i key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once ll return to its original position when its Switch Module and the engine has fired not depressed operating the tractor in To stop the engine turn the ignition key counterclockwise IMPORTANT Always set the
78. sition on the tractor re start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position 7 Disengage the parking brake 8 Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the ON position 9 Remain in the operator s position with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse 10 Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the OFF position 11 Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor s engine off and engage the parking brake 12 Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your decks surface 13 Repeat steps 4 11 on the opposite side of the cutting deck Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows 1 Place the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake 2 Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender 3 Remove the hairpin clip that secures the PTO cable to the rear of the cutting deck See Figure 22 Remove the PTO cable and accompanying spring from the cutting deck 4 Remove the deck belt from around the tractor s engine pulley or electric PTO clutch if so equipped 25 p Figure 23 A AN Tractor IMPORTANT Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc NOTE On models
79. tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard 27 Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment 28 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury 29 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your customer service representative for assistance ee Safe 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 ual 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 Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual Operation Practices instructions in this man O E ee nc Ed nac a Va Safe Operation Practices This symbol points
80. the right side out from underneath the tractor Tires WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of tire The recommended operating tire pressure is Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires e Approximately 14 psi for the front tires IMPORTANT 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 Battery The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked e Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting IMPORTANT If removing the baitery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine s alternat ing system Charging If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at
81. this maintenance interval Before the interval expires change the crankcase oil level as instructed in this Operator s Manual Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor s engine depress the brake pedal PTO Blade Engage If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor s engine move PTO lever into the disengaged OFF position Oil It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start up but if it illuminate s during operation while the engine is running stop the tractor immediately and check the crankcase oil level as instructed in this Owner s Manual Vs Battery It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start up but if it illuminate s during operation while the engine is running the battery is in need of a charge or the engine s charging system is not generating sufficient amperage Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by your service dealer Se eae do ynyr nnd nd dnd nnd ydy dnn fnn ee AA a a ee ae E ee anes Ammeter The ammeter measures the electrical output of the engine s charging system Under normal operating conditions with engine at full throttle the ammeter should indicate positive charge Electric PTO Blade Engage Knob If
82. ust the brakes while the engine is running Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral posi tion stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor 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 rat found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor Adjust if necessary as follows Bio 1 Looking at the transmission from the right side of the 1 J n tractor locate the compression spring and brake disc Set gap t 011 Hex Nut See Figure 16 9 p WARNING Figure 16 2 Loosen but do NOT remove the hex nut found on the right side of the brake assembly See Figure 16 i 3 Using a feeler gauge set the gap between the brake Never attempt to disc and the brake puck at 011 adjust the brakes 4 Re tighten the hex nut loosened earlier while the engine is running Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting i i i i i H 21 Seat Adjustment Quick Adjust Seat If so equipped WARNING Before operating th
83. ution while operating the system is malfunction i 1 1 1 tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or oth ers are around Stop i i the tractor immediately if someone enters the bunte AUI OTI i i i i casas y Uem Tractor WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the dis icharge opening of the cutting deck Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunction ing This system was designed for your Operating Your Lawn safety and protection Reverse Push Button Reverse Caution Mode Position f xo CHILDREN AROUND e Indicator o REVERSE PUSH Light BUTTON s a Stop ne af Position d Start Position Figure 12 The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged IMPORTANT Mowing in reverse is not recommended To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE IMPORTANT The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator s Manual 2 Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow position of the key switch module See Figure 12 3 Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON Orange Triangular Button at the top ri
84. utting Blades in the Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor section of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions Mulching If Equipped Select models come equipped with a mulch kit which incorporates special blades already standard on the tractor in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck The ultra fine clippings are then forced back into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer Figure 13 Observe the following points for the best results when mulching Never attempt to mulch if the lawn is damp Wet grass tends to stick to the underside of the cutting deck preventing proper mulching of the clippings Do NOT attempt to mulch more than 1 3 the total height of the grass or approximately 1 1 2 inches Doing so will cause the clippings to clump up beneath the deck and not be mulched effectively Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass clippings more time to effectively be mulched Always position the throttle control lever in the FAST rabbit position and allow it to remain there while mowing Failing to keep the engine at full throttle places strain on the tractor s engine and does not allow the blades to properly mulch grass NOTE It is not necessary to remove the discharge chute to operate the mower with the mulch kit installed To operate the cutting deck without mulching simply remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing nut
85. which fastens it to the cutting deck This will allow the clippings to discharge out the side See Figure 13 Headlights e The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is moved out of the STOP position The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is moved to the STOP position p ttn trt Ps f i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i Operating Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Plan your mowing pat tern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks by standers and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator 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 neces sary as follows 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position Adjusting You r Lawn and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor Tra cto r 2 Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground The first measurement taken should be between 1
86. y arising from the sale MTD shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift 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 IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 800 800 7310 1 330 220 4683

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