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Operator's Manual
20" Self Starter
Mulching Push Lawn
Mower
M
106D
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
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
769-00008A.fm
FORM NO.
(3/2003)
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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual 20" Self Starter Mulching Push Lawn Mower 106D 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...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Important Safe Operation Practices ... 3 Slope Gauge ... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower ... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower... 8 Operating Your Lawn Mower... 9 Making Adjustments ... 11 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower ... 12 Off-Season Storage ... 13 Troubleshooting ... -
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.
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Page 6: Slope Gauge
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
Converting to Side Discharge • Your mower has been shipped as a mulcher. To convert it to a side-discharge mower, lift the mulching plug. Slide the two hooks on the side- discharge deflector under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly. Lower the mulching plug. See Figure 5 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare Figure 6 with your equipment to get familiar... -
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 NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide for helpful information. To Stop Engine And Blade 1. Release safety blade control handle (the start control button will automatically return to the off/up position), engine and blade will stop within a few seconds.
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Page 11: Making Adjustments
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the spark plug wire and DE-ENERGIZE starter before performing any adjustments or repairs. DO NOT attempt any maintenance or service to the engine and/or mower equipped with the safety key in the unlocked and/or energized mode. -
Page 12: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the spark plug wire and DE-ENERGIZE starter before performing maintenance. maintenance or service to the engine and/or mower equipped with the safety key in the unlocked and/or energized mode. WARNING: NEVER assume starter is de- energized, even if the key is in the locked... -
Page 13: Off-Season Storage
• Place blade bell support on blade. Make sure the notches on the blade bell support are aligned with the small holes in the blade. See Figure 11. • Replace hex bolt. Tighten to recommended torque. Blade Torque: 450 in. lbs. min., 600 in. lbs. max. •... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged. 2. Start control button not depressed. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Safety key not in run position. 5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 6. - Page 15 NOTES...
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Page 16: Parts List
SECTION 10: PARTS LIST MODEL 106D... - Page 17 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 20 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.