MTD 660 Operator's Manual
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Operator's Manual
_ansmatic
Lawn _actor
MODELS
660,680
662,682
663,683
665,685
668,688
IMPORTANT:
Read safety rules and instructions
carefully
before operating
equipment.
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered,
brush-
covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of 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 department,
P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTB LLC, P.O. BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-00533C,
(3/31/2004)
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- Page 1 Operator's Manual _ansmatic Lawn _actor MODELS 660,680 662,682 663,683 665,685 668,688 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved...
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Page 2: Customer Support
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Content Page Maintenance Customer Support Service Important Safe Operation Practices Tractor Set-up Off-season Storage Controls Attachments & Accessories Operation Warranty Back Cover FINDINGMODELNUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. -
Page 3: Section 1: Important Safeoperation P Ractices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION P RACTICES 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
23. Muffler a ndengine become hotandcancause a Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed burn. D onottouch. setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes 24. Check overhead c learances c arefully b efore driving even though the brakes are functioning properly. -
Page 5: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is by an authorized MTD Service Dealer. spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. -
Page 6: Your Responsibility
Replace t heblade(s) withtheoriginal equipment 11.Grass catcher c omponents andthedischarge manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) o nly,listed inthis coveraresubject towearanddamage which could manual. "Use ofparts which donotmeet t he expose moving parts orallowobjects tobethrown. original equipment specifications mayleadto Forsafety protection, frequently c heckcomponents improper performance andcompromise safety!"... - Page 7 ° A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST 15 ° &i _WARNING 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 overturn and cause serious 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 serious injury.
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Page 8: Section 3: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP IMPORTANT:Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before starting the engine and operating. Refer to the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Tecumseh eng ne s Owner s Manua ) packed w th your tractor. Read nstruct ons carefu y. NOTE: Attaching TheSteering Wheel Reference to right or left hand side of the un#... -
Page 9: Attaching Theseat
Attaching TheSeat Standard Adjustment Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three Hex Screws different styles available: • Standard Adjustment • Quick Adjustment & • Knob Adjustment Shoulder Refer to Figure 3, Figure 4 and Figure 5 to identify your Screws tractor's seat style and follow applicable instructions below. -
Page 10: Gasandoilfill-Up
GasandOilFill-up Rubber The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a Boot capacity of 1-1/2 gallons. Do not overfill. WARNING: extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine running. -
Page 11: Ignition Switch
SECTION 4: CONTROLS I-II-II-II-II-ID 1-11-11-11-1 I-I1-11-113 1-11-11-11-11-11-1 NNNmm_ NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity, If so equipped Figure 8 Clutch-brake Pedal Ignition Switch Shift Lever Choke Controlt Throttle Control Lever Speed Control Lever/Parking Brake Pto (Blade engage) Lever Seat Adjustment Levert IgnitionSwitch STOP The ignition switch is located on the right side of the... - Page 12 ChokeControl To release the parking brake, depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the On some models, moving the notches to the desired position. Release the speed throttle lever all the way forward control lever and the clutch-brake pedal. activates the engine's choke control.
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Page 13: Section 5: Operation
If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized MTD service dealer. The safety stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or... - Page 14 Operating T heLawnTractor • Restart engine. • Place speed control lever in highest speed position. • Release clutch-brake pedal fully. • Depress clutch-brake pedal. before and while backing up to avoid a back- WARNING: Always look down and behind • Place speed control lever in desired position.
- Page 15 • Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass toys or other objects which could damage lawn clippings more time to effectively be mulched. mower or engine. Always position the throttle control lever in the •...
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Page 16: Section 6: Making Adjustments
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS adjustments while engine is running, WARNING: Never attempt to make any Hex Screws except where specified in the operator's manual. Standard Adjustment Seat To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two hex screws on the bottom of the seat. See Figure 11. Slide the seat forward or backward as desired. -
Page 17: Deckengagement Adjustment
Place the PTO (blade engage) lever in the engaged DeckEngagement Adjustment (second-lowest cutting height) position. Remove the hairpin clip from the ferrule found at the bottom of the front, left deck link (hairpin clip is WARNING: adjustment while engine is running. Never attempt to make the on the inside of the lift link). -
Page 18: Parking Brake Adjustment
NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a spring switch on the underside of the shift cover panel Spring Be careful not to damage it when removing the panel Hex Nut Compression Remove the hairpin clip which secures the disengagement rod to the stabilizer shaft assembly. -
Page 19: Steering Adjustments
IMPORTANT: If the above adjustment did not result in the tractor obtaining the full range of speeds, see an authorized MTD service dealer to have the variable speed drive system inspected and professionally NOTE: Figure is NOT to scale adjusted. -
Page 20: Cleaning The Engine Anddeck
• Behind the pivot bar, measure the distance NOTE: Lengthening the tie rod increases the tractor's horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the front tie toe-in. Shortening the tie rod decreases inside of the right rim. Note the distance. tractor's front tire toe-in. - Page 21 Air Cleaner Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining. Service the pre-cleaner, if so equipped, and cartridge/ air cleaner element as instructed in the Briggs & • Refill the engine with new motor oil. Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Tecumseh IMPORTANT: Refer to the Briggs &...
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Page 22: Cutting Deckremoval
SECTION 8: SERVICE WARNING: Before performing maintenance or repairs, place the PTO (blade engage) lever in the BLADES STOP position, move shift lever into neutral position, parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Cutting DeckRemoval WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the... -
Page 23: Cutting Blades
Place the PTO (blade engage) lever in the engaged (all the way forward) position. Using a spring puller (MTD Part No. 732-0571 )or other suitable tool, disconnect the spring which is attached to a small hook found on the left, rear portion of the transmission. - Page 24 The blades may be removed as follows. It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance. A poorly • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may Cutting Beck Removal o n page 22) then gently flip the cause damage to the tractor and result in personal deck over to expose its underside.
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Page 25: Belt Replacement
IMPORTANT: Never jump your tractor's dead battery BeckBelt (38- and 42-inch Decks) with the battery of a running vehicle. WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove • Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect terminal of the good battery, then the other end to the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the the positive terminal of the dead battery. - Page 26 Refer Figure 32. Hairpin Clip • Using a spring puller (MTD Part No. 732-0571 )or other suitable tool, disconnect the extension spring from the rear of the cutting deck belt. This will relieve tension on the lower deck belt.
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Page 27: Section 9: Off-Season S Torage
• Using an impact gun with a 13/16-inch socket, • Remove the lower drive belt by lifting it through the remove the pulley from the transmission's input cover panel opening. shaft by removing the flange nut which secures it • Reassemble new belts, following the previous •... -
Page 28: Section 10: Attachments & Accessories
The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Lawn Tractor Models 660-668. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. Your lawn tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. -
Page 29: Section 11: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Corrective Action Possible Cause(s) Engine will not Safety switch button There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and crank not depressed. the PTO (blade engage) lever switch. Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the buttons on each switch. - Page 30 NOTES...
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- Page 32 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exported outside of the United States, its possessions United States, its possessions and territories.