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MTD 500 Series Operator's Manual

MTD 500 Series Operator's Manual

22" hi-wheel rotary mowers
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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
22" Hi-Wheel
Rotary Mowers
Model Series
500 Thru 509
IMPORTANT:
Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning:
11_is unit is equipped with an mlernal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush.covered or grass-covered tend unless the eng_e*s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable Ioc_d or slate laws (if any). if a spark attester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator,
In the State of California the above Is required by lew (Section 4442 el 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 deqadment,
P.O, Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS
INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-10123A
(8/99)

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  • Page 1 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 deqadment, P.O, Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    (Model Number) (Serial Number) Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD PRODUCTS INC CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficultyassembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.

  • Page 3: Maintaining Safety

    SECTION 1: MAINTAINING SAFETY personal safety and/or property of yourself and others, Read and follow all instructions in this manual This Warning symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the before attempting to operate your lawn mower• Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 you cannot beck u paslope o r feel uneasy on it, do Never carry children,even with the blades off.They not mow it. may fall off and be seriouslyinjured or interferewith the safe machine operation. For your safety, use the slope gauge includedas part of thismanual to measure slopesbefore Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine.Children 14 years and over should...
  • Page 5 Prior to disposal, determinethe propermethodto replace with manufacturer'srecommendedparts disposeof waste from yourlocal Environmental when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut.Wrap the ProtectionAgency. Recyclingcenters are establishedto properlydisposeof matedals in an blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra cautionwhen environmentallysafe fashion. servicingbtade(s), Use proper containerswhen drainingfluids.Do not Check brake operationfrequently.

  • Page 6: Slope Gauge

    Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could ovedum and cause sedous injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in sedous injury.

  • Page 7: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    SECTION 3: CONTENTS OFHARDWARE P ACK The lawn mower is shipped with following loose parts in the carton. Please remove all loose parts, includingthe hardware pack, from the carton before discarding if. Compare the contents of the hardware pack with the hardware shown on this page.

  • Page 8: Assembling Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 4: ASSEMBLING YOURLAWNMOWER IMPORTANT:This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline Handle and oilas instructed in the separate engine manual Assembly before operating your mower. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.
  • Page 9 Attaching Starter Rope Block the front of the mower up securely. • The rope guide isattached tothe Insert front axle bolt throughfront wheel. Place dght side of upper cupped washer on axle bolt (crowned side against handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the the wheel).
  • Page 10 Rotate the axle shaft until first tab on the right side Place one flat washer over carriage bolt. of the axle shaft clears the hole in the tight pivot • Insert carriage bolt up through hole in deck beside bar. Rotate further until second tab on the right side the engine and through the strut.

  • Page 11: Know Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 5: KNOWYOUR LAWNMOWER Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower, Compare the illustrations in Figure 14 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. operator's eyes and causing severe eye damage.

  • Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 6: OPERATING YOUR LAWNMOWER ,,'- • Towards BetterMower Performance Read this manual in its entirety before you start Hold control handle down and pull rope fl rmly to start the engine. the lawn mower. Instructions given here have been designed for maintaining safety while Set cutting height adjustment lever to middle getting the best performance from your mower.

  • Page 13: Making Adjustments

    For a healthier lawn, never cutoffmore than one-third Mulching ofthe total l ength o fthegrass. Your l awn should be cut For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass because it in the fall as long as there is growth. This mower is tends to stickto the underside of the deck, preventing designed to be operated at full throttle to give you the proper mulching of grass clippings.

  • Page 14: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 8: MAINTAINING YOURLAWNMOWER GeneralRecommendations • Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly; All Always observe safety rules when performing any adjustments in the Making Adjustments section of maintenance. this manual should be checked at least once each The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover season.
  • Page 15 Maintenance NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep the spark plug side of engine up. Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into Blade Bell the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem.

  • Page 16: Storing Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 9: STORING YOUR LAWNMOWER The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage, Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. IMPORTANT:We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. The use of water will result in shorten fife and reduce serviceability.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    SECTION10: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start Blade control handle disengaged. 1. Engage blade control handle. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. Fueltankemptyorstalefuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Blocked fuel line. 4. Clean fuel line. Faulty spark plug.

  • Page 18: Parts List

    Models500-509...
  • Page 19 Models500-509 Ref. Ref. Part No. PartNo. Part Description Pad Description 747-0824 Standard Control Handle 749-05380 Upper Handle 647-0004 749-0920A Deluxe Control Handle (Shown) 1" Upper Handle t 747-0615 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin Control Handle 1" 734-1864 726-0240 Cable Tie Rear Wheel Bar Grey 734-1842 710-1174 Rear Wheel Aem Grey...
  • Page 20 LIMITED WARRANTY c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD pROD- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as UCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise pur- brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjust- chased and used in the United States, its possessions and ments;...

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