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21=inch Rotary Mower-
Model Series 430
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning:
This unit is equippedwithan internal combustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimproved forest-covered, b rush-
coveredor grass-covered land unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources Code). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
FORMNO.769-01638C
10/12/2006
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- Page 1 If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources Code). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORMNO.769-01638C PRINTEDIN U.S.A. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 10/12/2006...
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Page 2: Customer Support
Serial Number model plateprovidedto the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operatingposition and lookingdown at the rear of the deck. This information MTD LLC will be necessaryto use the manufacturer'sweb P.O. 361131 site, to obtain assistancefrom the CustomerSup-... - Page 3 Sight and hold this levelwith a vertical tree... !i!_i!il < or a corner of a building... or a fence post fir_e (repros er_ts a 15o 15°...
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Page 4: General Operation
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductiveharm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
19.Shutthe engine off and waituntil the bladecomesto a 6. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipesand othersources completestop beforeremovingthe grasscatcheror unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 7. Neverfuel machineindoorbecauseflammablevapors will The cutting bladecontinuesto rotatefora few secondsafter accumulatein the area. the engine is shut off. Neverplace any partof the body in 8. - Page 6 This OperatorsManualcoversa rangeof product specifications for variousmodels.Characteristics and fea- turesdiscussedand/orillustratedin this manualmay not be applicableto all models.MTDLLCreservesthe right to changeproductspecifications, d esigns,and equipment withoutnotice and withoutincurringobligation. 1. Removeanypackingmaterialwhich may be between upperand lowerhandles. a. Pull up and backon upperhandleas shownin Figure3-1.Makecertain the lowerhandleis seated securelyintothe handle mountingbrackets.
- Page 7 Followstepsbelowto assemblethe grasscatcher (if needed).Makecertain bag is turnedrightside out beforeassembling(warninglabelwill be on the outside). a. Placebag overframe sothat its black plasticside is at the bottom. b. Slip plasticchannelof grass bagoverhooks on the frame,Figure3-5.All the plasticchannelsexcept centertop of bag attachfrom outsideof bag. c.
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Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control You r LaWn M owe RecoilStarter_ GrassCatcher CuttingHeightAdjustment Levers(front and rear,for eachwheel) :WARN The blade control Mulch Plug is a safety device. Side DischargeChute_ DO NOT bypass its operations. Use extreme care Figure4-1:The maincomponentson the mower. ( Model435Ashown) when handling Now thatyou havesetupyour lawnmower,its importantto becomeacquaintedwith its controlsand features. - Page 9 Starting Engine ARNING:Be sure no one otherthan the operatorisstanding near the lawn mower while starting engine or operatingmower. Never run engineindoorsor in enclosed,poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and looseclothing away from any moving partson engine Your Lawn and lawn mower.
- Page 10 Deck Care Cleanundersideof the mowerdeck after eachuse to preventbuild-upof grass clippingsor otherdebris. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wire. Draingasolinefrom lawn mower,or placea pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap. 2. Tip mowersothat it restson the housing.Keepthe sidewith the air cleanerfacingup. Hold mowerfirmly. Your Lawn ARNING:Never tip the mower more than 90° in any direction and do not leavethe mower tipped for any lengthof time.
- Page 11 BladeCare ARNING:Whenremovingthe cuttingblade for sharpening or replacement, protectyour hands with a pairof heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Maintaining Periodically inspectthe bladeadapterfor cracks, YourLaWn especiallyif youstrikea foreignobject. Replacewhen necessary.Followthe stepsbelowfor blade service. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wirefrom spark plug.Turn moweron its side makingsurethat the air filter and the carburetorare up.
- Page 12 Problem Cause Remedy Eng=nefalls to start Biadecontroldlsengaged. Engagebladecontrol. 21 spark plug Wiredisconnected. 2, Connect wiretOspark plug. Fue!tank empty 0r sta!e!ueL Fil!tank with C!eanl ! resh gaso!inel Enginenot choked. & ,Chokeengine as instructedinthe Operatingyour Lawn Mower section, 5. Faultyspark p!ug, 5. Clean adjustgap orreplace. Blockedfuel iinel 61 clean fue!iinel 7 EngineflOoded: .
- Page 13 Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower...
- Page 14 Model Series 430 WGSBar...
- Page 15 Fief. PartNo. Description Fief. PartNo. Description 747-1161A BladeControlHandle 787-01290 FrontAdjustmentPlate 749-1092A UpperHandle 720-0426 AdjustmentLeverKnob 747-04080 GrassCatcherFrame 732-0404 SpringLeverAssembly 749-0928A LowerHandle 736-0270 Bell Washer 720-0279 WingNut 734-04213 FrontWheel,7 x 1.8,K2 Bar 710-1205 RopeGuide 734-2004A FrontWheel,8 x 2.125,Zag 734-1988 FrontWheel,7 x 1.8,Bar 710-1174 CarriageBolt ,5/16-18 x 2 710-1241...
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Page 16: Limited Warranty
To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, lasts, sothe aboveexclusions or limitationsmaynot applyto you. or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 44136- In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the 0019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our purchasepriceof the productsold.Alterationof safety features of...