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Yard-Man 605 Series Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Automatic Lawn Tractor — Model Series 605
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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 44136-0019.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
IMPORTANT
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
www.mymowerparts.com
www.mymowerparts.com
FORM NO. 770-10448H
01/05/2006

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  • Page 1 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustment • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Automatic Lawn Tractor — Model Series 605 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION 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).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Slope Gauge ............

  • Page 3: Slope Gauge

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately...

  • Page 4: Safe Operation Practices

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this Safe manual.
  • Page 5 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 General Operation: 14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This machine is not intended for use on 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the any public roadway.
  • Page 6 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Slope Operation: Do Not: 1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or 2.
  • Page 7 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Service 10.Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running. 1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated 11. Grass catcher components and the discharge area.

  • Page 8: Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and fea- ������ ���� tures discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
  • Page 9 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Shipping Brace Removal WARNING: Make sure the riding mower’s engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking Setting Up brake before removing the ship- Your Lawn ping brace.
  • Page 10 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Attaching The Seat Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available: • Standard Adjustment • Quick Adjustment & Setting Up • Knob Adjustment If the seat for your tractor did not come attached, refer to Your Lawn Figure 4, Figure 5, and Figure 6 to identify your tractor’s...
  • Page 11 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Identifying the Mulch Plug (if so equipped) On tractor models so equipped, a mulch plug can either be found within the cutting deck’s discharge opening or packed separately with your unit. Setting Up NOTE: Refer to Mulching on page 19 for more detailed Your Lawn...

  • Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Know Your Lawn Tractor Operating � � Your Lawn � Tractor � NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of � � the tractor is observed from operator’s position.

  • Page 13: Throttle Control Lever

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of ����� ���� the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed �������� �������� of the engine and, on some models, when pushed all ����...
  • Page 14 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ammeter The ammeter measures the electrical output of the engine’s charging system. Under normal operating conditions, with engine at full throttle, the ammeter should indicate positive charge. Electric PTO (Blade Engage) Knob Equipped) Operating ����...

  • Page 15: Safety Interlock Switches

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Parking Brake Button Safety Interlock Switches To set the parking brake, fully This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system depress the brake pedal and for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system push the parking brake button in.

  • Page 16: Engaging The Parking Brake

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING ������� ���� ������ ��������� AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH ����� ������� • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. ������� ���� ���� Operating • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. ��������...

  • Page 17: Stopping The Engine

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING: Keep hands and feet Stopping the Engine away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck. WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine, discon- NOTE: The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature of the nect the spark plug wire(s) and deck and are not designed to support the weight of the...

  • Page 18: Driving On Slopes

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4. To move in reverse, place the shift lever in the Disengage the cruise control using one of the following REVERSE position, check that the area behind is methods: clear then slowly depress the drive pedal.
  • Page 19 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor: WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads, side- Operating walks, bystanders and the like.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of the deck should be between 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch lower than the rear of the deck.

  • Page 21: Parking Brake Adjustment

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING: Never attempt to ad- just the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, Adjusting move shift lever into neutral posi- Your Lawn tion, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

  • Page 22: Seat Adjustment

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Seat Adjustment Quick Adjust Seat (If so equipped) WARNING: Before operating this Adjusting machine, make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop, stand Your Lawn behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into Tractor stop.

  • Page 23: Steering Adjustment

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted. Adjusting Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded into the ball joint on the left and right side:...

  • Page 24: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining. 6. Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. IMPORTANT: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Maintaining Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the...

  • Page 25: Cutting Deck Removal

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Deck Wash System™ Your tractor’s deck may be equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. Use the Deck Wash System™ to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of cor- rosive chemicals.
  • Page 26 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Charging 5. Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended side of the deck.

  • Page 27: Cutting Blades

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Cutting Blades WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the Maintaining engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cut- Your Lawn ting blade(s) for sharpening or Tractor...

  • Page 28: Changing The Deck Belt

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Changing the Deck Belt 4. Carefully loosen, but do not remove, the deck idler pulleys. 5. Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys, including WARNING: Be sure to shut the deck idler pulleys and the electric PTO clutch (units the engine off, remove ignition with electric PTO).
  • Page 29 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ��� ���� ���� ���� ������ ������ ������� ������ ����� ���� ������� ������ Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor ����� ������� Figure 26 ��� ���� ����� ������� ���� ����� Figure 27 ���...

  • Page 30: Off-Season Storage/Attachments

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section Follow the instructions in the Service, Storage & 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 Specifications section of the Engine Operator/Owner of this manual before storing for an extended period.

  • Page 31: Safety Labels

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Safety Labels ������ �� ����� �� ��������� ����������� ������ ���� ���� �������� ������ ����� �� ������ ��� ��������� ������� ������ ������� ������ �� ����� �� ��� �������� �� ���� �������� �������� ��� ���� ����� ���� ���� �...

  • Page 32: Trouble Shooting

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Problem Cause Remedy 1. Place PTO knob (or lever) in Engine fails to start 1. PTO engaged. disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). 2. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. 3.
  • Page 33 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Problem Cause Remedy Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low. 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil. 2. Air flow restricted. 2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine’s cooling fins and blower housing.
  • Page 34 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 �� �� �� �� ������ �� �������� ��������� ���� �� �� �� �� �� �� � � �� � �� �� �� ��� �� �� �...

  • Page 35: Parts List

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 710-1268† Screw, #10-16 x.375 783-04333A Fender 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18, GrF 783-1010A Plate, Deck, Lift (Model X605G) 712-3027† Nut, Flange Lock, 1/4-20 783-0677B Adjust.
  • Page 36 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 �� � �� �� �� �� �� � �� � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� � �� � � �� �� �� �� �...
  • Page 37 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 710-04095 Hex Screw, 3/8-16, 1.00, Gr5 731-04039 Steering Wheel Cap, No Sprig 710-0514 Hex Screw, 3/8-16, 1.00, Gr5 738-04128 Shoulder Screw, .5 x 2.380, 3/8-16 710-0643 Hex Screw, 5/16-18, 1.00, Gr5 738-1011A...
  • Page 38 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 �� �� �� �� �� � � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� � �� �� � �� � �� �� �...
  • Page 39 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 710-0726 Screw, 5/16-12 x.750 731-05001B Dash Panel (Manual PTO) 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x.5 731-04215 Cruise Control Button 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x.62 731-04217 Parking Brake Button Illustrated...
  • Page 40 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 �� � �� � �� �� �� �� � �� �� � � �� �� � �� � �� �� � �� ���� ���� ������������ ��...
  • Page 41 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 17840 Mounting Bracket, Transaxle 783-04360 Bracket, Shift, F-N-R 725-04039 Switch, Interlock 783-04442 Idler Bracket, Center Double 17962 Plate, Switch 647-0031B Control Assembly, Brake Illustrated 647-04020...
  • Page 42 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 Ref. Part No. Description 656-04015 Pulley Ass’y, Variable Speed 683-04129 Bracket, Pulley Illustrated 710-0627 Screw, 5/16-24,.750 Parts List 710-1652 Screw, 1/4-20,.625 718-04012 Cup, Bearing 736-0362 Washer, Flat 741-0600 Ball Bearing...
  • Page 43 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ������ ������� ������ ������ �� �� ���� ������ �� Illustrated Parts List �� � � �� �� � � � � � �� � To order replacement parts, call the Customer Service Line at 1-800-800-7310, ��...
  • Page 44 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 (42” Deck - Manual PTO) �� �� ���� �� � �� �� �� �� � �� �� �� �� � �� �� �� �� �� �...
  • Page 45 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 17962 Plate, Switch 756-04196 Pulley, Engine, 3.39 x 6.12 Dia. 647-04036 Lever Assembly, Engagement 783-0744A Stop Bracket, Engagement 710-0778 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.500 683-04173 Frame Assembly, Lower Illustrated...
  • Page 46 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 (46” Deck - Manual PTO) �� �� ���� �� � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �...
  • Page 47 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 17962 Plate, Switch 747-04470 Engagement Handle, Deck 647-04036 Lever Assembly, Engagement 748-0415B Spacer, .385 ID x .635 OD x 1.54 714-0145 Click Pin 710-1260A...
  • Page 48 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 (Electric PTO) �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� � �� �� �� � �� �� �� �� � �� �...
  • Page 49 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description 710-0726 Screw, 5/16-12, 0.75 710-0859 Screw, 3/8-16, 2.50, Gr5 710-04379A Screw, 7/16-20, 3.50, Gr5 Illustrated 712-04065 Nut, Flange Lock, 3/8-16, GrF 717-04174 PTO Clutch, Electric Parts List 736-0277 Washer, Flat, 1.031 x 1.620 x.095...
  • Page 50 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 � � � � � � � � � � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� � �� �� �� �� �� � ��...
  • Page 51 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description 732-0614 Ring, Wire Illustrated 716-0231 Ring, E Type,.750 Parts List 736-0336* Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x.030 736-0337* Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x.040 736-0349* Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x.020 736-0335 Washer, Thrust.635 x 1.26 x.06...
  • Page 52 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 (42” Deck - Manual PTO) �� � �� �� � �� �� �� �� � � �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� ��...
  • Page 53 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 618-0624 Spindle Assembly, Pul, 6.23” Dia 736-0300 Washer, Flat, .406 x .875 x .059 683-04138A Brake Assembly, Deck 736-0760 Washer, Lock 683-04261 Deck Shell, 42”...
  • Page 54 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 (46” Deck - Manual PTO) �� �� �� �� �� � �� �� �� � � �� �� � �� �� �� �� � �� ��...
  • Page 55 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 17116 Brake Assembly, Deck 732-0944 Spring, Extension, .75 OD x 6.75 17258E RH Belt Cover, Deck 46” 734-0973 Wheel, Deck 5.0 x 1.38 618-0240A Spindle Assembly, 5.00 Dia.
  • Page 56 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series 605 (46” Deck - Electric PTO) �� � �� �� �� �� � � �� �� �� �� �� �� � �� �� � � �� ��...
  • Page 57 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 618-0625 Spindle Assembly, Pulley 5.75 Dia 732-0826 Spring, Extension, .865 OD x 4.68 683-0254B Deck Hanger Bracket Ass’y, LH 736-0247 Washer, Flat, .406 x 1.25 x .157 683-04104A Deck Weldment 734-0973...
  • Page 58 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES: Use this page to make notes and write down important information. www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 59 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower.
  • Page 60 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- exported outside of the United States, its possessions and sions and territories.

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