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MTD 074 Series Operator's Manual

22” rotary mower
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
22" Rotary Mower — Model Series 074
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.
FORM NO. 769-01538B
PRINTED IN U.S.A
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
09/2005

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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. FORM NO. 769-01538B PRINTED IN U.S.A MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 09/2005...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. 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 ............3 Trouble Shooting ..........12 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: 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 7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 8. 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

    1. For shipping purposes, the chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer. Remove the retainer as follows: a. Push chute deflector up towards engine. Holding deflector in this position, remove the retainer and discard.
  • Page 7 5. Rope guide Setup as follows in Step 5: a. Hold the blade control against the upper handle. Position A. b. Slowly pull starter rope out of engine. Position B. c. Slip starter rope into the rope guide. Tighten rope Setup and guide wing nut.

  • Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Operating Your Lawn Recoil Starter Mower Oil Fill Starter Rope WARNING Chute Deflector This blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its Gasoline Fill operations. Figure 1 Use extreme care Recoil Starter Now that you have set up your lawn mower for when handling...

  • 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 Operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Your Lawn Mower Starting Engine...

  • 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 3. 2. Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with Lubricate these light oil (or motor oil).

  • Page 11: Blade Care

    Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Maintaining Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, Your Lawn especially if you strike a foreign object.

  • Page 12: Trouble Shooting

    Problem Cause Remedy 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. Engine fails to start 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Trouble 4.

  • Page 13: Safety Labels

    Safety Labels � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �...

  • Page 15: Parts List

    Parts List REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 17032A Chute Hinge 17098 Hinge Clip 687-02145 Handle Bracket Assembly - RH 687-02144 Handle Bracket Assembly - LH 787-01084A Deck Assembly, 22” 712-3017 Hex Nut, 3/8-16 710-0216 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x .75 710-0599 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5”...

  • 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.

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