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- Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Self Propelled Mower m Model Series 560 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-05709 (December 7 ,2009)
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Page 2: Safe Operation
Choose from the options below: Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 Write us at MTD LLC • RO. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019... -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
importantSafeOperation 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
12. Amissing ordamaged discharge cover can cause blade When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance contact orthrown o bject injuries. is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than 13. -
Page 5: General Service
Service Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with SafeHandling Of Gas01ine: the original equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme listed in this manual. -
Page 6: Spark Arrestor
SparkArrestor Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used i_ll WARNING: This machine is equipped with an are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline,... -
Page 7: Safety Symbols
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting assemble and operate... - Page 8 Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... or a fencepost ' FOldo, diine "o --Lepre_n tsa15 o 15 ° Usethis page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. WARNING: Do not operate your lawn mower...
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Page 9: Contents Of Carton
AssembJy & Set-Up Contents of Carton One Bottle of Oil One Lawn Mower One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual One Grass Catcher One Side Discharge Chute One Engine Operator's Manual Assembly Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side of lower handle. -
Page 10: Grass Catcher
Place rear of the mower deck on raised blocks. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. See Fig. 3-3. Loosen the wing nut which secures the Remove lock nut from pivot arm assembly (on select rope guide. -
Page 11: Gasand Oil Fill-Up
Follow the steps below to attach the grass catcher: Slide two hooks of side discharge chute under hinge pin on mulching plug assembly. Lower the mulching plug. Do not Lift rear discharge door. See Fig. 3-6. remove side mulching plug at any time, even when you are not mulching. -
Page 12: Controls And Features
Controls a ndFeatures Drive Controk Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute Cutting Height Adjustment Levers Figure 4-1 BladeControl MulchPlug The mulch plug is used for mulching purposes, Instead of The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. collecting the grass clippings in a grass catcher or using the Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the side discharge chute, some mower models have the option... -
Page 13: Operation
Operation Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator engine or operating mower. Never run engine is standing near the lawn mower while starting indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. -
Page 14: Usinggrass Catcher
UsingYour Lawn Mower UsingGrass Catcher Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are operating the mower. which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction... -
Page 15: Maintenance And Adjustments
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate General Recommendations surface of the pivot arm and inner surface of the wheel with light oil. See Fig. 6-1. Always observe safety rules when performing Lubricate... -
Page 16: Engine Care
Engine Care Replacing RearFlap A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good To remove rear flap, lift rear door, and press flap in on performance by the mower is given below. Follow the either side to remove from hole. See Fig. 6-2. accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. -
Page 17: Blade Care
Service Blade Care Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance. Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to check. WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of sharpening... -
Page 18: Off-Season Storage
Belt Care Slide belt off of engine pulley and thread through the opening in the deck. SeeFigure 7-4. Remove two shoulder screws securing front drive cover to mower deck. See Figure 7-2. Press inward on sides of front drive cover and release tabs that secure it to the height adjuster brackets. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start Blade control disengaged. Engage blade control. Spark plug boot disconnected. Connect wire to spark boot. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer). - Page 20 Problem Cause Remedy Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned correctly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height position (if equipped with individual height adjusters). 2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. SECTION 8 -- TROUBLESHOOTING...
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Page 21: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Part Number and Description Component 490-250-0009 Spark Plug (NGK BPR6ES) 17211-ZL8-023 Air Cleaner Element 17620-ZOJ-800 Fuel Cap 16952-ZA8-800 Fuel Filter 734-04082 Wheel (Rear) 634-0190 Wheel (Front) 731-04177 Side Discharge Chute 964-04007A Grass Bag 942-0741A Mulching Blade 954-0637A V-Belt Phone (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 to order replacement... -
Page 24: Limited Warranty
MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,...