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- Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Self Propelled Mower m Model Series 980 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-04777 (January 23,2009)
- Page 2 Choose from the options below: Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7:310 or (330) 220-468:3 Write us at MTD LLC • RO. Box :3611:31 • Cleveland, OH • 441:36-0019...
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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: Assembly And Setup
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton One Lawn Mower One Grass Catcher One Grass Catcher Adapter One Bottle of Oil One Side Discharge Chute One Engine Operator's Manual One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual Assembly Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side of lower handle. - Page 10 Replacewithgrassbagadapter, whilemakingsurethefrontlipof adapter goes under the edge of the deck. Secure with wing nuts previously removed. Lift chute door on the grass bag adapter and slide grass bag onto the adapter. See Fig. 3-5. Figure 3-3 a. Hold blade c ontrol against upper handle. b.
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Page 11: Cutting Height
DriveControl Adjustments The adjustment wheel is located in the drive control handle CuttingHeight housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear left have to adjust the drive control if any of the following happens: wheel. -
Page 12: Controls And Features
Controls a nd Features Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute Figure 4=1 BladeControl SideDischargeChute The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions... -
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: Maintenance And Adjustments
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Lubricate the wheels and casters at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the axle bolt and inner surface of the General Recommendations wheel with light oil. See Fig. 6-1. Always observe safety rules when performing Lubricate... -
Page 15: Engine Care
Engine Care Replacing RearFlap A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good To replace rear flap, proceed as follows: performance by the mower is given below. Follow the To remove rear flap, lift rear door, remove screw, and press accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. -
Page 16: Off-Season Storage
Service 81adoCare Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil. Slide the blade adapter WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter such that the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with sharpening or replacement,... -
Page 17: 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 18 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 Model S eries 980 I Part Number Description Part Number Description 710-0654A 747-0824-0637 Control Lever Seres Screw 3/8-16 x 1.00 736-3010 753-06060 Washer, Flat, .407 x .812 x .135 Control Lever Assembly 746-0711B Drive Cable 747-0965 Pivot Rod 712-0324 726-0111 Top Lock Nut 1/4-20 Push Cap 732-0819...
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- Page 23 Model S eries 980 I Part Number Description I Part Number Description 682-7528-0637 914-0474 Cotter Pin Chain Cover Assembly 741-0324A 710-1652 Screw 1/4-14 x .825 Flge Bearing .506 ID x .590 Lg 936-0264 Flat Washer.330 ID x.630 OD 682-7526-0637 Transmission Axle Assembly 914-0104 Cotter Pin...
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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,...