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MTD YARD MACHINES 707 Owner's Manual

MTD YARD MACHINES 707 Owner's Manual

18” side discharge electric lawn mower
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IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
This symbol on the product's nameplate
U L
means it is listed by
®
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
WNER'S
G
UIDE
18" Side Discharge
ELECTRIC
LAWN MOWER
707
Model No.
Form No. 770-8830A
1/98

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  • Page 1 Model No. IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY This symbol on the product’s nameplate means it is listed by ® UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Form No. 770-8830A 1/98...

  • Page 2: Section 1: Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: 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 manual before attempting to operate your electric lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug mower. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the few seconds after the motor is shut off. plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct •...
  • Page 4 • Maintain lawn mower with care. Keep blade sharp Wherever there is electric current in the mower, there are and clean for best and safest performance. Follow two complete sets of insulation to protect the user. All instructions lubricating changing exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal accessories.

  • Page 5: Section 2: Finding Your Model Number

    Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department. • Every walk behind has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the rear of the deck.

  • Page 6: Section 4: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 4: SLOPE GAUGE...

  • Page 7: Section 5: Assembly

    SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. Hand Insulator Knob You will have to use an extension cord, Upper purchased separately, to run this unit. Please Handle Lower Handle refer to page 10 for appropriate cord selection.

  • Page 8: Section 6: Operation

    SECTION 6: OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY Your rotary walk-behind power lawn mower RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN conforms to the safety standards of the American MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn National Standards Institute and the U.S.
  • Page 9 WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in Motor/Blade severe eye damage. Always wear safety Control glasses or eye shields. Assembly NOTE: : The wheels on your unit are set in a low cutting height position for shipping purposes.

  • Page 10: To Stop Motor And Blade

    1. Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or motor. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. 2.

  • Page 11: Section 7: Maintenance

    Tips for mulching: WARNING If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor. Disconnect the • For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass power source, thoroughly inspect the because it tends to stick to the underside of mower for any damage, and repair the the deck, preventing proper mulching of grass damage before restarting .
  • Page 12 4. Assemble bolts, washers, and nuts in the exact order of removal. Make sure to assemble the fan properly before running the mower. See Figure 10. 1. Insert screw driver through hole WARNING Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.

  • Page 13: Section 8: Service & Adjustment

    LUBRICATION Refer to Lubrication Chart. 1. Keep unit well lubricated. Lubricate the bolts holding the height adjustment lever to the deck with a light oil. See Figure 12. 2. If the wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil.

  • Page 14: Section 9: Off-Season Storage

    the upper handle insulators. Tighten the hand 1. If this occurs, wait approximately 30 seconds, knobs. Refer to Figure 3. then depress the reset button. Refer to Figure 7. 2. Restart the mower, but be sure to reduce the CIRCUIT BREAKER ADJUSTMENT strain on the mower (i.e., mow at a higher cutting height, slow down, or take a smaller The circuit breaker is located under the blade...

  • Page 15: Section 10: Trouble-Shooting

    SECTION 10: TROUBLE-SHOOTING WARNING: : Before doing any kind of investigative or repair job on the mower, stop the motor and disconnect from power source. Always protect hands by wearing heavy gloves when performing any blade maintenance Trouble Possible Causes Corrective Action Handle not in position 1.
  • Page 16 Model 707...
  • Page 17 Model 707 REF. REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 749-0886 Upper Handle 720-0241 Plastic Knob 747-0790 Cord Control Rod 734-1781 Wheel Assy. Comp. (8" x 1.75") 725-1590 Strain Relief Cord 734-1699 Wheel Assy. Comp. (7" x 1.5") 731-1270 731-1268 Upper Handle Insulator 748-0356 Blade Adapter...
  • Page 18 Model 707 Exploded view of Cord & Switch Assembly (Part No. 625-0050) REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 710-1150 Scr. Hx. Lock #7-19 X 1.00 Lg. 712-0189 Nut Weld Tab 1/4-20 Thd. 724-0248 Cord W/ Plug 725-1712 Circuit Breaker 725-1731 Switch 731-1985 Upper Switch Housing 731-1986 Lower Switch Housing...
  • Page 19 Model 707 Model 707 REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 624-0031 Brush & Liner Assembly. 724-0200 Brush Holder Cap 624-0070 End Shield Assembly. W/plug (Includes Ref. 1, 2 & 6) 721-0305 Insulator Wire (Output) 710-3009 Hex Tap Scr. #10-16 x .62” Lg. 741-0875 Needle Bearing †...
  • Page 20 United within the United States of America, its possessions States of America, its possessions and territories, and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its except those sold through MTD PRODUCTS INC’s option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, authorized channels of export distribution.

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