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O
M
PERATOR'S
ANUAL
Model Series
660 thru 679
TRANSMATIC
LAWN TRACTORS
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 arrester for the muffler is available through your 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. 770-8637A
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- Page 1 PERATOR’S ANUAL Model Series 660 thru 679 TRANSMATIC LAWN TRACTORS 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).
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Page 2: Section 1: 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 YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. -
Page 3: Slope Operation
• Your mower is designed to cut normal residential 3. CHILDREN grass of a height no more than 10". Do not attempt to Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) presence of children. - Page 4 • Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at • Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., excessive down before touching.
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Page 5: Slope Gauge
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Page 6: Section 2: Finding Your Model Number
SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your lawn tractor. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start to prepare your lawn tractor for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operator’s Manual. -
Page 7: Section 4: Unpacking
SECTION 4: UNPACKING TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE 6. Loose parts (may include the owner’s guide, steering wheel, optional oil drain sleeve or 1. Remove all screws from the top of the crate hose, battery fluid, chute deflector, optional using a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade mulching plug, etc.) are on the seat or in a box screwdriver. -
Page 8: Battery Identification
BATTERY IDENTIFICATION CHARGE THE BATTERY after the 30 minute standing period. Battery P/N 725-1705C—Charge at 2-3 amps for one hour. Battery P/N 725-1707C and 725-0453F—Charge at 6 amps for one hour. NOTE: If you charge the battery at a lower AMP rate, use a hydrometer to make sure the battery is completely charged. -
Page 9: Attaching The Seat
ATTACHING THE SEAT There are two different seat pivot brackets used on Screws this series of lawn tractor, a manual adjustment seat or a quick adjustment seat. See Figure 4 and 5 to identify which seat is on your unit. Follow the instructions which apply to your lawn tractor. -
Page 10: Installing The Mulching Plug
NOTE: Your mowing deck may be equipped with an optional mulching plug. Remove the mulching plug by removing the wing nut on top of the deck. Cupped Grasp the mulching plug and pull out of the deck. Washers Hex Nuts 2. -
Page 11: Installing The Battery
3. Insert the end of the adjustable lift link into the hole in the deck hanger channel. Recheck the adjustment. Readjust if necessary. 4. When deck is level, secure end of adjustable lift link with flat washer and hairpin clip. Positive Terminal (Inside Rubber Boot) INSTALLING THE BATTERY... -
Page 12: Section 6: Controls
AMMETER (Optional) SECTION 6: CONTROLS The ammeter registers the rate of battery charge or discharge. The ammeter will register on the discharg- IGNITION SWITCH ing side with starting the engine. It should register on the opposite side (charging) when the engine is run- The ignition switch is located on the dashboard. -
Page 13: Section 7: Operation
PARKING BRAKE C. SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT 1. Select the position for the lift lever which gives The speed control lever is used to set the parking the desired cutting height. Move the deck lift indi- brake. To set the parking brake, depress the clutch- cator (if so equipped) so that the lift lever can be brake pedal. -
Page 14: Stopping The Engine
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with oil; OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTOR however you must check the oil level before Move throttle control to full throttle to prevent operating. Be careful not to overfill. strain on the engine and to operate the cutting blades. -
Page 15: Section 8: Adjustments
OPERATING THE CUTTING BLADES The cutting blades may be engaged while the lawn tractor is moving or standing still. DO NOT engage the cutting blades abruptly as the sudden belt tension on the pulley may cause the engine to stall. WARNING: Keep feet and hands away from the discharge opening, the blades or... -
Page 16: Deck Engagement Adjustment
DECK ENGAGEMENT ADJUSTMENT SPEED CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (See Figure 17) The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to make certain deck is disengaged when lift lever is in NOTE: When operating the unit initially or after the BLADES STOP position. Correct adjustment as replacing the belts, there will be little difference follows. -
Page 17: Neutral Adjustment
Speed Control Lever Speed Ferrule Control Variable Speed Torque Bracket Assembly Back of Slot Hairpin Clip and Flat Washer Speed Cotter Pin and Control Flat Washer Lever Speed Control Link Speed Control Back of Slot Ferrule Hairpin Clip and Stop Flat Washer Brake Ferrule... -
Page 18: Wheel Adjustment
WHEEL ADJUSTMENT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (See Figure 21) (Units with Adjustable Tie Rod) The brake is located by the right rear wheel inside the frame. During normal operation of this machine, The caster (forward slant of the king pin) and the the brake is subject to wear and will require periodic camber (tilt of the wheels out at the top) require no examination and adjustment. -
Page 19: Section 9: Lubrication
TROUBLE SHOOTING SECTION 9: LUBRICATION Refer to the chart on page 24 for trouble shooting engine problems. WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn tractor. ENGINE STEERING GEARS Refer to the separate engine manual for engine Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive maintenance instructions. -
Page 20: Fuel Filter
Optional Oil Drain Valve B. SHARPENING Remove the cutting blades by following the Your lawn tractor may have a valve installed on the directions of the preceding section. engine for draining oil from the crankcase. See When sharpening the blades, follow the original Figure 24. -
Page 21: Belt Removal And Replacement
To charge the battery: Battery P/N 725-1705C— WARNING: Excessive pressure (over Charge at 2-3 amps for one hour. Battery P/N 725- 30 p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause 1707C and 725-0453F—Charge at 6 amps for one tire/rim assembly to burst with force hour. - Page 22 7. Disconnect stabilizer plate from 9. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP stabilizer shaft assembly by removing the position. hairpin clips and flat washers and sliding out the 10. Slide the deck from beneath the lawn tractor. rod. Refer to Figure 16. 11.
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Page 23: Section 11: Off-Season Storage
Transmission Shift Lever Bracket Variable Pulley Speed Pulley Hex Bolt Pins Rear Drive Belt Idler Pulley Variable Speed Pulley Figure 28 FRONT DRIVE BELT Figure 30 1. To remove the front drive belt, first remove the 9. Reassemble with a new belt, following instruc- rear drive belt from the idler pulley and variable tions in reverse order. -
Page 24: Section 12: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Possible Trouble Corrective Action Cause(s) Engine will Safety switch There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and not crank button not the deck lift lever switch. Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the buttons on depressed. -
Page 25: Section 13: Optional Equipment
SECTION 13: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT At the time of manufacture of lawn tractor, the following optional equipment is available. NOTE: These lawn tractors are not designed for ground-engaging equipment (tillers, plows, etc.). *Available through your local dealer or from Agri-Fab Inc., 303 W. Raymond Street, Sullivan, Illinois 61951. Description Model No. - Page 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase products sold or exported outside of the United within the United States of America, its possessions States of America, its possessions and territories, and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its except those sold through MTD PRODUCTS INC’s option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, authorized channels of export distribution.