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Yard Machines 690 Series Owner's Manual

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YARD MACHINES
OWNER'S GUiD
Model Series
690 Thru 699
HYDROSTATIC
LAWN
TRACTORS
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion
engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered
or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department,
P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS
INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED
IN U.S.A.
FORMNO.770-8253M

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  • Page 1 YARD MACHINES OWNER'S GUiD Model Series 690 Thru 699 HYDROSTATIC LAWN TRACTORS IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT & THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANTSAFETYIN ;TRUCTIONSWHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,COULD ENDANGERTHE PERSONAL SAFETYAND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND O-HERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ,_IL ATTEMPTINGTO OPERATE YOUR UNIT.WHENYOU S !ETHIS SYMBOL-- ,_ Yourlawn mower was built t any type of powerequipment DANGER: mower is capable of amputal...
  • Page 3 4. Nevercarry children, even with the blades off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe machine oper- ation. 5. Neverallow children under 14 years old to operate the machine. Children 14 years and over should only operate machine under close parental supervision and proper instruction.

  • Page 4: Tools Required For Assembly

    TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE 1. Remove all screws from the top of the c_ate using a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade scl ewdriver. 2. To remove ends, grasp top board on the end, and pull towards you in a downward motion. 3.

  • Page 5: Attaching The Steering Wheel

    BATTERYIDENTIFICATION Type "A" Type "B" Compare the battery in your lawn tractor under the seat) with the illustration batteries are activated and are ready to use. Type "B" batteries must be filled with battery fluid (acid) and charged before they are put into service. Follow the instructions which apply to the battery in your lawn tractor.

  • Page 6: Attachingthe Chute Deflector

    Screws FIGURE 2. FIGURE 3. _- ATI'ACHING THE SEAT Remove the four screws which secure the seat to the seat pivot bracket. Turn the seat around and place in position against the seat pivot bracket, lining up the slotted holes in the pivot bracket with the holes in the seat.
  • Page 7 ,ckHanger "IGURE 4. Positive Terminal (Inside Rubber Boot) Negative Cable Negative FIGURE 5. Terminal Compartment Reinforcement FIGURE 6. Bracket <--LEVELING THE DECK With unit on hard, level surface, measure the distance from the bottom edge of the center of the left side of deck to the ground.

  • Page 8: Choke Control

    IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch is located on the dashlo3ard. The engine is started by turning the key to the ST _,RT posi- tion. When the engine is running, leave the {ey in the ON position. To stop the engine, turn the _ey to the OFF position.

  • Page 9: Operation

    IELIEFVALVE hydrostatic relief valve is provided so the unit can be noved without the engine running. The lever which Iperates the relief valve is located on the console. See igure 9. o operate the relief valve, place the hydrostatic con- rol lever in neutral, release the parking brake, push he lever forward and to the right to lock.
  • Page 10 STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped interlock system for your protection. The I: urpose of the safety interlock system is to prevent tl_e engine from cranking or starting unless the clutoh-bu ake pedal is depressed and the lift lever is in the BLA 3ES OFF position.

  • Page 11: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    If adjustment is necessary, follow thesesteps: 1. Raisebothrearwheelsoff thegroundby placing blocks under the rearframe. 2. Remove the transmission p anelby removing the parking brakeknobandtrussmachine screws. 3. Loosenthe hexjam nut on the speedselector adjusting rod.Seefigure11. Scissor Speed Selector Bracket Adjusting Rod Hex Nut Scissor Hex Jam Nut...

  • Page 12: Steering Shaft

    BRAKEADJUSTMENT (See figure 13) The brake is located by the right rear wheel ir side the frame. The brake has been set at the factoly to the proper clearance. During normal machine, the brakes are subject require periodic examination and adjustment. running when you adjust the brake..

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE wire ground against WARNING: Disconnect before performing repairs or maintenance. TROUBLE SHOOTING Refer to the chart on page 17 for trouble shooting engine problems. HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSION COOLING The hydrostatic transmission is cooled by the oil, fan and fins. If the hydrostatic transmission check to see if the fan is in operating condition, the oil level is correct and the fins are clean.

  • Page 14: Cutting Blades

    (118" LessThan A) FIGURE 17. CUTTING BLADES A. Removal for Sharpening or Replacemen & WARNING: Be sure to disconnect ground the spark plug wire(s) and remove ignition key before working on the cutting blade to prevent accidental engin. = start- ing.

  • Page 15: Belt Removal And Replacement

    BATTERY FAILURES Some common causes for battery failure are: incorrect initial activation, lack of water, adding chemicals other than water after initial activation, undercharging, charging, corroded connections, failures do not constitute warranty. TIRES Recommended operating tire pressure mately 12 p.s.i. Maximum tire pressure circumstances is 30 p.s.i.

  • Page 16: Off-Season Storage

    7. Disconnect the stabilizer p latefromthe _tabilizer shaftassembly by removing the hairpinI:lipsand flatwashers andsliding outtherod.Refer t ofigure 8. Disconnect the six deck linksby remoJing the hairpin clipsandflatwashers. 9. Place theliftleverintheBLADES OFFpcsition. 10. Slide thedeckfrombeneath thelawn trac:or. 11. Remove t hetopdeckdrivebeltbylifting_p onthe stabilizer p late, a ndslipping beltofftheptIley.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    6. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer. NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

  • Page 18: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT At the time of manufacture {_f lawn tractor, the following optional equipment available. NOTE: These lawn tractors are not designed (tillers, plows, etc.). Description 40" Two Stage Snow Thrower 42" Dozer Blad Mulching Kit fo 38"/42" Mulching Kit fo 46" Deck Twin Bag Gras_;...
  • Page 19 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY, SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE °oo L_Ln T"- L_Ln 15 ° Ge._a_4_q_4_4_4_t WA RNiN _AA_AAAAA VVT_VVVV_ Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).
  • Page 20 Copy the information your model plate (Located Under The Seat) Control Wire 18.5" Control Wire 35" Lg. Front Hub Cap (Black) Rear Wheel Cover (Gray)+ Front Wheel Bearings (Plastic ! Bearinqs (Ball Bearin,qs) Fuse 7.5 AMP Fuse 20 AMP Head Lamp Bulbs Deck Wheel 5"+ Ignition Key Illustrated Parts List...

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