Yard-Man 106 Operator's Manual

20" mulching push lawn mower

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Operator's Manual
20" Mulching Push
Lawn Mower
M
106
ODEL
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
770-10074C.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.
(11/2001)

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual 20" Mulching Push Lawn Mower ODEL IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. 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).
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content Important Safe Operation Practices... 3 Slope Guage... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower ... 8 Operating Your Lawn Mower ... 9 Making Adjustments ... 10 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower... 11 Off-Season Storage ... 12 Troubleshooting ... 13 Parts List ...
  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    other safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury. 21. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 22. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the original equipment manufacturer (O.E.M).
  • Page 5 meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!” Mower blades are sharp and can cut. 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.
  • Page 6: Slope Guage

    SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE...
  • Page 7: Assembling Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER To Remove Unit From Carton • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove loose parts included with your unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).
  • Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower

    • With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. Release the blade control handle. Slip the starter rope into the rope guide. Tighten the wing nut.
  • Page 9: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running. Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting the engine or operating the mower.
  • Page 10: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to your lawn mower without first stopping the engine and disconnecting the spark plug wire. Handle Height Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position.To lower the handle height for your convenience, proceed as follows.
  • Page 11: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance work on lawn mower. Lubrication Blade Control • Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil.
  • Page 12: Off-Season Storage

    Cutting Deck • The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a build-up of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching. •...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 4. Blocked fuel line. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Engine flooded. Engine runs erratic 1.
  • Page 14: Parts List

    SECTION 10: PARTS LIST MODEL 106...
  • Page 15 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Yard-Man Green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0665. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637 Description Ref.
  • Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: 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 LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.

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