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Operator's Manual
Automatic Garden Tractor
Model P805K
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.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
FORM NO. 769-02343.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(1/18/2006)
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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 44136-9722. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 FORM NO. 769-02343.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136 330-220-4683 www.mtdproducts.com... -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION 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
Contact an 3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your authorized MTD service dealer for assistance. foot on the ground. 4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. - Page 5 Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. frame, your unit should be serviced professionally a. Use only an approved gasoline container. by an authorized MTD Service dealer. b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
- Page 6 6. Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this For safety protection, frequently check components manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the and replace immediately with original equipment original equipment specifications may lead to manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this improper performance and compromise safety!”...
- Page 7 SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS Safety labels found on your garden tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their instructions and head their warnings. The label part number is listed below each. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement immediately.
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Page 9: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up Attaching the Battery Cables Use only clean, fresh (under 30 days old), unleaded Tools Required gasoline. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below the (1) 7/16" wrench top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. WARNING: California Proposition 65 WARNING:... -
Page 10: Seat Adjustment
Setting the Gauge Wheels and Roller Gauge Wheels Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing Lock Nut the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender. Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-inch and ½-inch above the ground as follows. -
Page 11: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 4 A PTO (Blade Engage) Knob G Brake Pedal B Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter H Drive Pedal C Choke Control I Ignition Switch Module D Parking Brake Lever J Cruise Control Lever E Cup Holder K Deck Lift Lever... -
Page 12: Throttle Control
Throttle Control Ignition Switch Module The throttle control lever is Fast WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the right side of the Position unattended. Always disengage PTO, move tractor’s dash panel. This lever shift lever into neutral position, set parking controls the speed of the engine. -
Page 13: Cruise Control Lever
Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by an authorized MTD Service Dealer. -
Page 14: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not are around. Stop the tractor immediately if operate the tractor. Contact an MTD service dealer. someone enters the area. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine... -
Page 15: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Driving The Tractor WARNING: WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the Avoid sudden starts, ex- interlock system is malfunctioning. This cessive speed and sudden stops. system was designed for your safety and protection. WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO (Blade NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 9 of this... -
Page 16: Engaging The Parking Brake
This tractor is equipped with one of MTD’s quality the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete cutting decks. The following information will be helpful stop. -
Page 17: Making Adjustments
SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: • Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex Never attempt to make any nuts when proper adjustment is achieved. adjustments while the engine is running, Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a Leveling the Deck side to side adjustment can be performed. -
Page 18: Parking Brake Adjustment
Parking Brake Adjustment Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or brakes while the engine is running. Always wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted. -
Page 19: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 8: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR NOTE: Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 24 for a has finished draining. reference of recommended maintenance intervals. • Refill the engine with new motor oil. WARNING: Before performing... - Page 20 Lubrication 3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor’s Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose. WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or 4. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your inspecting, always disengage PTO, set decks surface.
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Page 21: Service
SECTION 9: SERVICE WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or Hex Flange Nut inspecting, always disengage PTO, set Wood Block parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Tires WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. -
Page 22: Cutting Deck Removal
When replacing the blade, be sure to • Set the tractor’s parking brake before removing the IMPORTANT: install the blade with the side of the blade marked jumper cables, in reverse order of connection. ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in it) facing •... -
Page 23: Changing The Deck Belt
• Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod. • Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor. Idler Pulley Changing the Deck Belt WARNING:... -
Page 24: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR on page 19 of this and system are empty. manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an... -
Page 25: Attachments & Accessories
SECTION 12: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for tractor model 805K. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. MODEL DESCRIPTION OEM-190-604 Yard-Mate™ Storage Container/Toolbox (mounts on rear of tractor) OEM-190-607 Deluxe Tractor Sunshade OEM-190-608... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
SECTION 13: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) knob engaged. Place PTO (Blade Engage) knob in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire(s) to spark plug. Cchoke control not in correct starting Pull Choke Control into CHOKE position. -
Page 27: Illustrated Parts List
SECTION 14: MODEL P805K PARTS LIST REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 734-04147 Turf Tire, 23 x 10.5 x 12 634-04238 Rim, 12.0 x 7.0 712-3050 Lug Nut, 7/16-14 634-0202A Wheel Assembly, 23 x 10.5 x 12 634-04082 Rim Assembly, 8.0 X 5.38... - Page 28 Model P805K...
- Page 29 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16, 1.00, Gr5, Std 711-1408 Link, Drag, RH 711-1409A Link, Drag, LH 710-1260 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 712-0240 Nut, Jam, 7/16-20, Gr2 712-0214 Nut, Hex, 3/8-24, Gr5 712-04065 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8-16...
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- Page 31 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 17962 Plate, Switch 683-04173 Frame Assembly, Lower 683-04219 Bumper Assembly 710-0224 Screw, Hex Washer, 10-16 x .5 710-0726 Screw, Self-tapping, 5/16-18, 0.75 710-1260A Screw, Self-tapping, 5/16-12, 0.75 710-1652 Screw, Hex Washer, 1/4-20 x 0.625 711-0332 Pin, Clevis, .50 Dia x .78 Lg...
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- Page 33 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 710-0227 Screw, #8-18, 0.500 710-0451 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16-18, .750 Gr1 710-0599 Screw, /4-20, 0.500 710-0604A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.625 710-0788 Screw, 1/4-20, 1.000 710-0895 Screw, 1/4-15, 0.750 710-0932 Screw, Carriage, 1/4-20, 1.00, Gr1 712-0271 Nut, Sems, 1/4-20...
- Page 34 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 683-04118 Shaft Assembly, Lift 711-0332 Pin, Clevis, .50 Dia x .78 Lg 783-0720A Bracket, Deck 712-04065 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8-16 712-04063 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18, Gr5 712-3083 Nut, Hex Lock, 1/2-13, Gr8, Nylon 714-0104 Pin, Cotter, .072 Dia.
- Page 35 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 710-0227 Screw, #8-18, 0.500 710-0599 Screw, Hex, 1/4-20, 0.500 710-0654A Screw, Sems, 3/8-16, .75 710-0726 Screw, Hex, 5/16-12 x .75 712-3005 Hex Flange Nut, 3/8-16 783-0615D Bracket, Muffler 725-0157 Cable, Tie, 3/16 x .05 x 7.4...
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- Page 37 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 710-0599 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.500 710-0642 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.750 710-0726 Screw, 5/16-12, 0.750 710-0895 Screw, 1/4-15, 0.750 710-1017 Screw, 1/4-14, 0.625 710-1611B Screw, 5/16-18, 0.750 710-3217 Screw, Machine, #8-32, 0.375 712-0142 Nut, Hex, #8-32, Gra...
- Page 38 Model P805K 3 22...
- Page 39 Model P805K REF. PART REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NUMBER DESCRIPTION 618-0376A Transmission Assembly, 2-Speed 647-0032A Control Assembly, Speed 618-04015 Pulley Assembly, Variable Speed 683-0266 Pedal Assembly, Control 647-04023 Rod Assembly, Shift, 2-Speed 710-1260A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.750 710-0176 Screw, 5/16-18, 2.75, Gr5 710-1611B Screw, 5/16-18, 0.750...
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- Page 41 Model P805K REF. PART DESCRIPTION 618-0225 Reverse Collar Assembly 618-0226 Hi-Lo Collar Assembly 618-04156 Shift Fork Assembly 710-0642 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 718-04053 Shift Cover 736-0227 Flat Washer 710-3119 Lock bolt 3/8-16 x 0.75 741-0681 Ball Bearing 618-04317 Wheel Hub Assembly...
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- Page 43 Model P805K REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12650 Bracket, Adjustment, Height 715-0108 Pin, Sprg, 1/4 Dia x 1.00 16606 Bracket, Hook, Retainer 715-0246 Pin, Spring, 3/16 x 1.25 618-0671 Spindle Assembly, Pulley, 5.39 Dia. 717-04074 Adjustment, Deck, Gear 683-0254B...
- Page 44 Model P805K REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 783-04419B Bracket, Clutch 710-0726 Screw, 5/16-12, .75 710-1260A Screw, 5/16-18, .75 710-04379A Screw, Hex Cap, 7/16-20 x 3.50 GR5 736-0171 Washer, Lock, 7/16 717-1774B Clutch, PTO 736-0277 Washer, Flat, 1.031 x 1.62 x .095 736-0277 Washer, Flat, 1.031 x 1.62 x .095...
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- Page 47 MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. As the lawn mower owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
- Page 48 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.