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O
M
PERATOR'S
ANUAL
20" and 22"
ROTARY
MOWERS
Model Series
050 thru 062
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.770-8550A
(10/97)
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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 PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices
As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 3: Slope Operation
• Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on units so equipped while starting engine. • The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade. - Page 4 WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Figure 1 Safety Labels Found On Lawn Mower • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
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Page 5: Slope Gauge
SLOPE GAUGE CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE TO REMOVE SLOPE GAUGE... -
Page 6: Section 2: Contents Of Hardware Pack
SECTION 2: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Remove this sheet from your operator’s manual and lay the hardware on the illustration for identification purposes. After Assembly, keep the Slope Gauge which is on the reverse side of this sheet for future use. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit. -
Page 7: Section 3: Finding Your Model Number
Operator’s Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department. • Every walk behind has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the rear of the deck. -
Page 8: Section 6: Assembly Instructions
SECTION 6: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. - Page 9 NOTE: If the control handle is disassembled from the upper handle for any reason, assemble the control handle by inserting the ends into the holes on each side of the upper handle. The hole in the control handle must be on the left side of the upper handle, and control handle must touch the upper handle when engaged (squeezed against the upper handle).
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Page 10: Section 7: Controls
3. Place one smaller cupped washer on axle bolt, with the cupped side of washer toward the deck (away from wheel). NOTE: If the lowest cutting position (highest hole in the deck) is used, it is necessary to place the larger washer on the outside of the deck and the smaller washer on the inside. -
Page 11: Section 8: Operation
USING YOUR ROTARY MOWER Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. -
Page 12: Section 9: Adjustments
SECTION 9: ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Adjustment may be made by removing and moving axle bolts to desired position. Cutting heights will be... -
Page 13: Section 12: Off-Season Storage
When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds, may cause damage to the mower and could break, causing personal injury. -
Page 14: Section 13: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 13: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to Blade control handle disengaged. start Spark plug wire disconnected. Dirty aircleaner. Primer button not depressed. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position (if so equipped). Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line (if so equipped). - Page 15 Model 050 thru 062...
- Page 16 Model 050 thru 062 REF. PART 734-1779 Wheel Ass’y. Comp. (050 Series) 734-1780 Wheel Ass’y. Comp. (060 Series) 742-0640 20 “ Blade 742-0642 22” Blade - Std. 742-0742 22” Mulching Blade 712-0324 Hex L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd. 710-1044 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5” Lg.
- Page 17 NOTES...
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Page 20: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S For ONE YEAR from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, the manufacturer 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.