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Operator's Manual
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD LLC P.O. Box 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722, U.S.A.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
20" Rotary Lawn Mower
Models 020
FORM NO. 770-10419A.FM
021
022
(9/2002)
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- Page 1 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 LLC P.O. Box 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722, U.S.A. PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Troubleshooting ... 13 Parts List ... 14 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. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. -
Page 3: 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury. 14. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. -
Page 5: Your Responsibility
Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”... -
Page 6: Section 2: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate the lawn mower safely. -
Page 7: Section 3: Hardware Pack
SECTION 3: HARDWARE PACK Group 1 SECTION 4: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models of mowers. Follow only those instructions which pertain to your unit. Tools Required A set of adjustable wrenches or individual wrenches of the following sizes:7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4”. - Page 8 • Install the hex screws, shoulder screws and flange nuts from group 4 of the hardware pack. Using two 1/2” wrenches, tighten securely. See Figure 2. Lower Handle Shoulder Screw Hex Screw Figure 2 Attaching Upper Handle • Place the upper handle in position over the lower handle keeping the blade control handle facing up.
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Page 9: Attaching Wheels
Figure 6 Securing Brake Cable WARNING: The cable must be routed properly to avoid contact with all sharp edges and hot surfaces. Such contacts damage the cable and render the controls inoperative. • Secure the cable to the lower left handle near the base of the unit with a cable tie from group 3 of the hardware pack. -
Page 10: Know Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Compare the illustration in Figure 11 Figure 11with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Throttle Control The mower engine is equipped with a constant speed throttle, which is set at full throttle for best performance. -
Page 11: Section 6: Making Adjustments
The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired. Throttle Control Your lawn mower engine is equipped with a fixed throttle control that does not need adjustment. Carburetor WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. -
Page 12: Blade Care
Wheels • The wheels require no lubrication. However, if the wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil. Engine oil may also be used. When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep engine spark plug side up. -
Page 13: Section 8: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare lawn mower for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. -
Page 14: Section 10: Parts List For Model Series 020
SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 020... - Page 15 Shoulder Screw .498 x 1.635 736-0105 Bell Washer 712-0798 Flange Lock Nut 726-0240 Cable Tie 746-0946 Control Cable (Model 021) 746-0957 Control Cable (Models 020 & 022) 736-0331 Bell Washer 738-04033 Shoulder Screw, 3/8-16x.428 753-0588 Blade Adapter Kit (Incl. Ref. 8- 10)
- Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of...
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