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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 21” Gas-powered Push Mower Model 60-1620-4 IMPORTANT: READ ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. FOR ASSISTANCE CALL 1-866-523-5218 769-02968 4.4.07...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This Owner’s Manual is an important part of this piece of equipment. It will help you to assemble, prepare, and maintain this product for best performance. Please read it carefully, and ensure that you understand what it says. Table of Contents Engine Safe Operation Practices .... -
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: Operation
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc- tive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. -
Page 5: Safety Labels
8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area. 1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on 9. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is slopes. - Page 6 NOTE: The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit. 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle from position A into the operating position. Setup and See Figure 3-1. Adjustments b. Tighten hand knobs securing upper handle to lower handle. Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle. 2. Place one carriage bolt (found in the hardware pack included with your unit) in the upper hole of the right handle mounting bracket from the inside outward. See Figure 3-2. Secure with one wing nut. Repeat process on the left side. WARNING Figure 3-1 3. Rope guide Setup as follows, see Figure 3-3: a. Hold the blade control against the upper handle. Disconnect and b. Slowly pull starter rope out of engine. ground the spark plug wire as instruct- c. Slip starter rope into the rope guide. Tighten rope...
- Page 7 a. Place bag over frame (black plastic side is the bottom of bag.) Insert the hooks on the frame through the holes in the side plastic channels of the bag. See Figure 3-6. b. Secure bag to frame by working the plastic chan- nels on bag over frame as shown in Figure 3-6. Setup and All of the plastic channels except center top of bag attach from the outside of bag. Center top of bag Adjustments attaches from the inside of bag. 7. Attaching Grass Catcher to Mower a. Lift the rear discharge door on the mower, and place the grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. See Figure 3-7. WARNING: Never operate mower NOTE: Make certain unless the hooks on the grass bag is turned right side catcher are firmly seated on the Figure 3-5 out before assembling (warning label will be on...
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Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Operating Your Lawn Mower Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (for each wheel) WARNING Grass Catcher Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Mulch Plug (optional) This blade control... -
Page 9: Starting Engine
WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Operating Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than... -
Page 10: Engine Operation
Engine 1. Refer to the engine operation and maintenance sections in this manual for detailed instructions. 2. Maintain engine oil level. Lubricate these 3. Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal points before conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely Maintenance reassembly. dusty conditions. 4. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt and combustible debris from muffler area. Deck The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, Figure 5-1 it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching. General Recommendations The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scrap- 1. Always observe safety rules when performing ing clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug WARNING any maintenance. wire is disconnected). 2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover Blade Care items that have been subjected to operator abuse Always stop engine,... - Page 11 Maintenance Figure 5-2 Figure 5-3 NOTE: Always remove blade from the adapter for testing balance. WARNING Rear Flap Replacement 7. The blade can be tested for balance by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the The rear flap is attached to the back of the mower deck, heavy side until it balances evenly. When removing and is designed to minimize the possibility that objects the cutting blade 8. Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter will be thrown from the rear of the mower toward the to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the operator. If the rear flap becomes damaged, replace as for sharpening or inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil. follows. replacement, protect your hands with a 9. Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the 1. To remove the old rear flap, lift rear door, and press pair of heavy gloves “star” away from the engine. See Figure 5-2. Place...
- Page 12 Problem Cause Remedy 1. Engage blade control handle. Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Trouble 4.
- Page 13 Safety Labels CS00074 MADE IN CANADA FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA 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 at- tempting to operate this machine.
- Page 14 WARNING: Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. If gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin and change clothes immediately. Gasoline and its vapors are •...
- Page 15 Running engine produces heat. • Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. Engine parts, especially muffler, • Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, dangling draw- strings or items that could become caught. become extremely hot. Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.
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Page 16: Air Cleaner
Know Your Engine Fuel Cap Air Cleaner Operating Starter Grip Your Engine Oil Fill Cap Oil Drain Muffler Spark Plug Figure -1 - The major components of the engine. The shroud on your engine may differ. IMPORTANT Read this section before starting your lawn mower engine. Compare the illustrations in Figure 2 with your lawn mower This engine is shipped engine to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. - Page 17 2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. 3. If the level is low, slowly add oil to the upper limit on the dipstick. See Figure 9-3 inset. 4. Tighten dipstick firmly before starting engine. IMPORTANT: Do not overfill. Overfilling with oil may Operating cause smoking, hard starting, spark plug fouling, or oil saturation of air cleaner. Your Fuel Recommendations Engine Use automotive gasoline (Unleaded or lowleaded to minimize combustion chamber deposits). Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank. WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flam- mable and is explosive under certain conditions. Figure 9-3 Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
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Page 18: Maintenance Schedule
WARNING: Shut off the engine before Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is performing any maintenance. To essential if high level performance is to be maintained. prevent accidental start-up, disconnect Regular maintenance will also ensure a long service life. the spark plug boot. - Page 19 IMPORTANT: Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
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Page 20: Removing From Storage
Storage Engines stored over 30 days need to be drained of fuel to prevent deterioration and gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the carburetor, and other fuel system components, Maintaining serviced or replaced. - Page 21 NOTES: For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on page 2. Adressez-vous au «Service après-vente» à la page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pièces et/ou accessoires.
- Page 22 Engine/Moteur 1P70FUA...
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Page 23: Parts List
Ref. Part No./ No./ No. de Description Désignation Réf. pièce 951-10368 Fuel Tank Réservoir d’essence 951-10369 Flywheel Shroud Déflecteur à volant Parts List 951-10335 Rubber Fuel Tank Mounting Washer Rondelle de montage du réservoir en caoutchouc Pièces 951-10334 Oil Filler Tube Assembly Tube du filtre à... - Page 24 Wheel Treads K2 Bar...
- Page 25 PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 747-1161A Blade Con trol Han dle - Black Poignée de commande de la lame - noir 749-1092A Upper Han dle - Black Guidon supérieur - noir 747-04080 Catcher Lower Frame Sac à...
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Page 26: Warranty Statement
Warranty 4 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For FOUR YEARS from the date of retail purchase within Canada, YARDWORKS CANADA will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover: 1. - Page 27 NOTES: For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on page 2. Adressez-vous au «Service après-vente» à la page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pièces et/ou accessoires.
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Page 28: Emission Control System Warranty Statement
MTD LLC (MTD), The United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) The U. S. EPA and MTD are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your model year 2005 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the stringent anti-smog standards. - Page 29 (7) The engine manufacturer is liable for damages to other engine components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part. (8) Throughout the engine’s warranty period defined in Subsection (a)(2), MTD will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts.