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Yard-Man 13A-325-402 Operator's Manual

Internal bagging system 27.5" cutting deck
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YaRD-MaN
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Riding Mower
Internal Bagging System
27.5" Cutting Deck
_,, Factory No. 13A-325-402
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
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 attester for the muffler is available through you r nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, 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. 770-10201
(12/98)

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Riding Mower Internal Bagging System 27.5" Cutting Deck _,, Factory No. 13A-325-402 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Finding Model Number .......................... Calling Customer Support Service ......................Safe Operation Practices ........................Slope Gauge ............................Unpacking ............................. Contents of Hardware Pack ........................Assembly ............................... Operation ............................... Service & Adjustments ........................... Maintenance ............................Off-Season Storage ..........................Trouble-Shooting ...........................

  • Page 3: Slope Gauge

    SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per- sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your rider mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 extra care with grass catchers or other Never store the fuel container or machine inside attachments. These can change the stability of the where there is an open flame or spark, such as a machine. gas hot water heater, space heater or furnace. Never run a machine inside a closed area.
  • Page 5 IJ.I LLI WARNING f_lJ. a. u_ Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). (/}uJ -- I- A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely...

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    UNPACKING Loose Parts Removing From Crate • Remove all screws from bottom of the crate You will find the following loose parts in the crate. To identify these parts, see Figure 1. Remove loose using a 1/4" socket or a flat blade screwdriver. parts very carefully so as not to damage or lose any.
  • Page 7 Contents of Hardware Pack INSTALLING THE BATTERY ATTACHING STEERING TUBE Rex Screw _$1/4-20 x 1.25 710-0958 °own Rods Battery Hold U <_--- Hex Lock Nut _'_\,Wing Nut 711-0222A 1/4-20 712-0397 712-0324 ATTACHING SEAT ASSEMBLY ATTACHING STEERING ATTACHING SIDE- WHEEL DISCHARGE CHUTE AND MULCHING PLUG .Wing Nut 712-0397__(_ Hex Lock Bolt...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY NOTE: Continue assembling the rider mower while Installing Battery the battery is standing for 30 minutes (after filling with WARNING: Battery acid must be handled acid), and later while you are charging the battery. with great care as contact with it can burn and blister the skin.
  • Page 9 through the hole in the battery tray. A battery charged by the alternator will have Pull up on the hold-down rods through the slot the same life as a battery bench charged prior on the battery cover and insert one wing nut on to installation provided that the engine is run for each hold-down rod.
  • Page 10 Align the holes on the hitch plate with the holes Attaching Control Knobs on the rear frame assembly as shown in Figure Attach control knobs to the shift lever and 6C. Secure on each side with hex bolt, lock throttle/choke control lever using truss head washer and hex nut from the hardware pack.
  • Page 11 Attaching Side Discharge Chute side, or (iii) to mulch grass and recirculate clippings back to the lawn. For the third option, attach the Your riding mower is shipped to you with the mulching plug to the side-discharge chute and then to grasscatcher fully assembled on the unit, A side the deck.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION Know Your Rider Mower Compare the illustrationson this page with your rider mower to familiarize yourself with the locationof various controls and adjustments. The operation of any rider mower can result in foreign objectsbeing thrown into the operator's eyes, causing severe eye damage.
  • Page 13 Know the Controls If your rider mower stops while going uphill, stop the blade(s) and reverse downhill slowly. (Refer to Figure 13 and Figure 14.) Do not mow when children or others are Throttle/Choke Control: Use to regulate the engine around.
  • Page 14 Release the brake pedal. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key. Now your rider mower is parked. To release the parking brake • Depress the brake pedal. The parking brake will be automatically disengaged. Before Starting service the engine with gasoline as described in the engine manual.
  • Page 15 • To stop, release the speed control pedal and Tap the bag on the ground so that the three depress the brake pedal. legs of the bag press against the ground. The Press the blade engagement pedal downward bag lever should snap close while you push the until the blades are turning.The blades can be bag downwards.

  • Page 16: Service & Adjustments

    turn the ignition off. This will prevent the hot The recommended mowing pattern is given below: engine exhaust gas from browning the grass. Many communities no longer haul grass clippings to landfills. Composting the clippings from your grasscatcher is a viable solution. For this you will have to empty the grasscatcher at the designated composting site.
  • Page 17 Speed Adjustment Alignment Control Pedal Wheel Adjustment to the speed control pedal is made at the The front wheels should toe-in 1/16-5/16 inch, To cable end. See Figure 18. adjust toe-in, follow these steps: • Set the parking brake and turn ignition key off. Remove the 3/8"...
  • Page 18 NOTE: You will have reached correct adjustment to Periodically check to see if these belts are too loose or damaged through wear and tear. If so, the deck engagement cable when the cable moves approximately I/2" off center line in both directions. replace with new belt.
  • Page 19 beltkeepers under thegrasscatcher, oneon the same location from where it was removed. theidlerandtheotherunder t hedeckbelt Upper Variable Speed Belt cover. S eeFigure 22. • Remove the engine pulley using a 9/16" socket Reinstall thedeckbeltcoverandsecure with wrench with a 6" extension. The engine pulley thetwoself-tapping s crews andthelock is located in front of the transmission.
  • Page 20 Adjusting the Deck Cleaning Engine • Promptly wipe off any fuel or oil spilled on the IMPORTANT: Please note that the valve stems on machine with clean cloth. the front wheels of this rider mower are on the inside • Clean the underside of the blade housing after of the wheels.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE General Recommendations balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy side until it • Always observe safety rules when performing balances evenly. any maintenance. • The warranty on this rider mower does not cover Reaasembly items that have been subjected to operator •...
  • Page 22 season. C heck engine manual forcorrect p lug Blade Assembly type and gap specifications. • Lubricate blade assembly and deck spindle only while reassembling the blade either after NOTE: Your engine is equipped with a resistor spark sharpening or replacement. plug, When replacing plug, make sure to use resistor Pivot Points type.
  • Page 23 solution. If necessary, scrape the battery Removing the Battery: terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. Disconnect the negative cable first, then the Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease positive cable. or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Installing the Battery: Battery Failures •...

  • Page 24: Parts List

    TROUBLE SHOOTING General Problems Remedial Action Trouble Possible Cause Excessive vibration 1. Bent or damaged blade Stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or replace any damaged parts 2. Bent blade. Stop engine immediately.
  • Page 25 Engine Problems Trouble Remedial Action Possible Cause Engine will not crank 1. Safety switch button not depressed 1. There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit. Make sure that the actuator is fully depressing both switch buttons. Brake pedal must be depressed and blade engagement pedal disengaged.
  • Page 26 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to order wourd be 700-xxxx-062. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637...
  • Page 27 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-062. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637...
  • Page 28 Ref. Ref. Code Part No. Code Description Part No. Description 17962 Switch Plate Ball Joint 723-0156 650-0007 Steering Tube Assembly 731-o511 Trim Strip Floor Pad: LH 683-0033A 735-0265 ! Steering Support Bracket Floor Pad: RH 735-0266 683-9178A Front Axle Assembly: RH Bell Washer 683-0179A Front Axle Assembly: LH...
  • Page 29 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx 'is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to order would be "28 700-xxxx-062. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637...
  • Page 30 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part No. Description Description Lock Washer 683-0155 736-0329 Brake Pedal Assembly 683-0156 736-0608 Variable Pedal Assembly Spring Washer Flat Washer 683-0275 736-3000 Deck Pedal Assembly 683-0161 736-3019 Flat Washer .531 X 1.062 X. 134 Shift Cam Assembly Ab Screw 1/4-14 X .625 710-1017 Flat Washer .271 X .630 X .065...
  • Page 31 Deck Hanger Link 1" Ref, Ref. Part No. Code Description Description Part No. Code 683-0152 Pivot Link Assembly 732-0829 Extension Spring Hex Screw 5/16-18 X 1.00 Gr.5 732-0837 710-0376 Torsion Spring Lock Washer 5/16 710-3230 Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.75 Gr.5 Special 736-0119 Flat Washer .385 I.D.
  • Page 32 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx painted Oyster Gray, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-062. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637...
  • Page 33 Variable Drive: \--13 Ref. Ref. Pa_ No. Code Pa_ No. Code Description Description 736-0219 Bell Washer .406 I.D. x 1.13 683-0147 Idler Bracket Assembly O.D. 710-0134 Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.00 736-0247 Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 O.D, 710-0191 Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.25 736-0427 Belleville Washer .567 x 1.125 710-0902...
  • Page 34 Upper Frame & Ref. Ref. Pad No, Code Description Part NO. Code Description Cable Tie 783-0605 Deck Stabilizing Bracket 725-0157 783-0564A Hairpin Clip Front Frame: Upper 714-0470 783-0811 Hairpin Clip Steering Gear Cover 714-0147 683-0264 Hairpin Clip Front Channel Assembly 714-0104 Hex Nut 783-0554...
  • Page 35 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-062. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637...
  • Page 36 Ref. Ref. I Code Description Part No. Part No. Code Description Frame Assembly 731-0708 Battery Cover 683-0149A Oil Drain Sleeve Frame Rail Support: RH 731-1682A 683-0190 731-1945 Engine Duct 683-0191 Frame Rail Support: LH Muffler Pipe Extension Compression Spring 683-0192 732-3080 Rubber Washer 735-0273...
  • Page 37 For instance, if a part numbered 700-xxxx is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-062. Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Powder Black: 0637 Ref. Part No. Code Ref. Part No. Code Description...
  • Page 38 Wheel Assembly Ref. Pa_ No. Code Description 737-0288 Grease Fitting (Not Shown) 736-0285 Flat Washer .635 x 1.589 x .060 736-0242 Bell Washer .345 I.D. x .88 O.D. x .06 714-0115 Hairpin Clip 710-0627 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 634-0139 Rear Wheel 16,0 x 6.5 x 8.0 634-0169 Front Wheel 11.0 x 4.0 x 4.0...
  • Page 39 For instance, if a part Cable Bracket numbered 700-xxxx is painted Oyster 783-0529 Gray, the part number to order would be Deck Plate 783-0569A 700-xxxx-062. Deck Skirt 783-0781 Yard-Man Green: 0665 Yard-Man Yellow: 0674 Deck Cable Bracket 783-0594 Powder Black: 0637...
  • Page 40 Deck Accessory--Th ree-ln-One Ref. Pad No. Code Description Flow indicator Assembly 631-0060 631-0080 Grass Bag Assembly Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 1.0 710-0166 Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5" 710-0286 Hex Screw #10-16 x 0.5" 710-0456 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 2.75" 7t0-0564 710-0642 Self-Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 0,75"...
  • Page 41 Wire Diagram RED/WHITE YEWBLK YELLOW SEAT SWITCH 725-3234 BATTERY BOOT COVER 725-1727 GREEN IGNITION 725-0267 REVERSE RED/WriT 725-!643 YELLOW ORG/BLK BRAKE SW YEIJBLK 725-1657A ENGINE SOLENOfD RELAY RELAY 725-1426 725-1648 725-1648 GREEN FUSE ° °l ÷ 725-1381 BAT3-ERY 725-1695 GREEN COMPLETE WIRE HARNESS (629-0902)
  • Page 42 Single Speed Transmission--L.H. (Part No. 618-0251A)
  • Page 43 Ref. Part No. Code Description 618-0232 Differential Assembly: Single Speed 618-0248 Drive Shaft assembly: LH Brake 618-0072B Upper Housing Assembly 611-0114 Detent Shaft Assembly 661-0006 Brake Yoke Assembly: LH 710-1206 Hex Washer Hal."IT Screw 1/4-20 x 2.37 Gr.5 710-1325 Hex Washer Hd, TT Screw 1/4-20 x 1.65 717-0678 Brake Puck 719-0313B...
  • Page 44 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: YaRD'MaN:)// For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase Units exported out of the United States: MTD within the United States of America, its possessions PRODUCTS INC does not extend any warranty for and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its products...

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