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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
20-inch Mulching Push Lawn Mower — Model Series 100
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).
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
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
FORM NO. 769-01447C
12/14/2006
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- Page 1 (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 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 FORM NO. 769-01447C 12/14/2006...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating Your Lawn Mower ......8 Warranty ..........Back Cover Maintaining Your Lawn Mower ......10 MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE YOU BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE YOUR NEW... -
Page 3: Slope Gauge
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 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
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 manual. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a 6. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 7. Never fuel machine indoor because flammable vapors will The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after accumulate in the area. -
Page 6: Setup And Adjustment
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. NOTE: Reference to right or left side of the mower is observed from the operating position. Setup and Handle Setup Adjustment... - Page 7 4. Insert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle. Pull cable tie tight and trim excess. See Figure 3-4. Wheel Height Adjustment 5. Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the cutting height of the mower. Setup and a.
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Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Operating Your Lawn Mower Recoil Starter Height Adjustment Lever (front and rear) WARNING Chute Deflector This blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its Mulch Plug operations. Figure 4-1 Use extreme care when handling Mulching Plug Now that you have set up your lawn mower for opera-... - Page 9 Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operat- ing mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly Operating gas.
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Page 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
Lubrication 1. Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 5-1. 2. Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate surface of the axle bolt and inner Maintaining surface of the wheel with light oil. - Page 11 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use Maintaining a heavy rag to hold the blade. Your Lawn Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, Mower especially if you strike a foreign object.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
Remedy Cause Problem Engine fails to start 1. Engage blade control. 1. Blade control disengaged. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 4. -
Page 13: Safety Labels
Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower Safety TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR Labels GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE. IF DAMAGED, REPLACE IMMEDIATELY. WARNING DO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from mower for any reason. - Page 14 Model Series 100 Wheel Tread...
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Page 15: Parts List
Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description Illustrated 747-1161A Blade Control 731-0981A Hubcap 738-0507B Shoulder Bolt 731-1948A Front Cover Parts List 736-0524B Blade Bell Support 687-02077A Pivot Arm Assembly - RH Front Pivot Arm Assembly - LH Rear 710-1044 Hex Bolt 747-0710 Hinge Pin... -
Page 16: Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except possessions and territories.