MTD 608 Operator's Manual
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O
PERATOR'S
Model 608 Shown
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
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.
M
ANUAL
Automatic Lawn Tractor
Models 607
608
609
FORM NO. 770-10130B
(10/99)
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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 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: Table Of Contents
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 tractor has a model plate. You can locate it by lifting the seat and looking at the seat bracket. -
Page 3: 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 4: Slope Operation
• Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly depress the brake pedal, and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine. • Your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10". Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves. -
Page 5: Safety Lables Found On Your Unit
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Use all guards as instructed in this manual. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. -
Page 6: Slope Gauge
Slope Gauge... -
Page 7: Attachments & Accessories
SECTION 5: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES MODEL NUMBER OEM-190-601 FastAttach OEM-190-602 FastAttach OEM-190-112 Mulch Kit (For 42-inch Decks Only) OEM-190-118 Mulch Kit (For 46-inch Decks Only) OEM-190-603 FastAttach OEM-190-604 YardMate ™ OEM-190-822 FastAttach OEM-190-823 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower NOTE: Your tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. tiller, plow). -
Page 8: Controls
SECTION 7: CONTROLS Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever Choke Control (if so equipped) Indicator Monitor Lift Lever NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity Figure 3 PTO (Power Take-Off) Lever G Drive Pedal... -
Page 9: Ignition Switch
IGNITION SWITCH To start the engine, insert key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release key to the ON position once engine has fired. See Figure 4. Refer to STARTING THE ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this manual for detailed starting instructions. -
Page 10: Lift Lever
LIFT LEVER The lift lever is used to change the operating position (height) of the cutting deck. To operate, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. PTO (POWER TAKE-OFF) LEVER The PTO lever is located on the left side of the dash next to the steering wheel. -
Page 11: Operation
SECTION 8: OPERATION SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized dealer in your area. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the PTO lever is in the disengaged (OFF) position. - Page 12 NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control out while operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly. STOPPING THE ENGINE • Place the PTO lever in the disengaged (OFF) position •...
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Page 13: Adjustments
USING THE LIFT LEVER To raise the cutting deck, move the lift lever to the left, then place it in the notch best suited for your application. Refer to SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT earlier in this section. ENGAGING THE PTO (POWER TAKE-OFF) LEVER •... - Page 14 • Determine approximate necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary, to the next step. • Loosen the two jam nuts on the rear side of the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 7A. Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side-to-side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: WARNING: Turn the tractor’s engine off, remove the key from the ignition switch and apply the...
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Page 15: Brake Adjustment
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor. -
Page 16: Maintenance
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), disengage all clutches and blades. Keep clear of all moving parts. careful surfaces and muffler. SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine before performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance. - Page 17 CUTTING DECK REMOVAL WARNING: Before maintenance, move the PTO lever into the disengaged (OFF) position, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key from the switch to avoid accidental starting Several attachments are available for your tractor. To mount some of these attachments and in order to perform certain maintenance procedures, the deck must be removed from the tractor.
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Page 18: Changing The Deck Belt(S)
CHANGING THE DECK BELT(S) All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present. IMPORTANT: The V-belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. - Page 19 Belt Guard (mounted on tractor) Engine Pulley PTO Idler Pulleys Deck Idler Pulley Left Hand Double Pulley NOTE: Left hand belt cover not shown for clarity. 46-inch deck shown. PTO (Top) Belt Bottom Belt CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT(S) All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present.
- Page 20 Proper removal of the lower drive belt requires the removal of several tractor components. Read through the following procedure prior to attempting it to determine if you feel you could successfully complete it. If you don’t, see an authorized MTD service dealer to have the belt changed. IMPORTANT: Note the routing of the lower drive belt around both the pulleys and the belt keepers BEFORE performing the following steps.
- Page 21 Hole Front of Tractor NOTE: View shown from above tractor. Figure 17 Adjust the drive pedal after replacing the drive belts on your tractor, if necessary, as follows: • Locate the speed control assembly on the underside of the steering support bracket. See Figure 18.
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Page 22: Lubrication
It is extremely important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds, may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury. The blade can be tested by balancing it on a blade balancer or round shaft screwdriver. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide
SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Possible Trouble Cause(s) Engine will Safety switch There are two safety switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the brake pedal switch not crank button not and the seat switch. Make certain the actuator on the brake control is fully depressing depressed. -
Page 24: Parts List
Models 607, 608 & 609 15/16 REF. 625-0051 629-0944 629-0126 710-0599 712-3006 725-1426 725-1657A 725-1741 725-1758 725-1745 725-1744 725-1747 725-3007A 736-0329 629-0309 729-0357 725-1381 AMPS PART DESCRIPTION Bulb/Socket Headlight Assembly Wiring Harness w/o Ref. 14 Harness Adapter, #18 x 5 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5... -
Page 25: Electrical System
YEL/WHT ORG/BLK YEL/BLK RED/WHT GREEN ORANGE/BLACK YELLOW ORANGE ORANGE/WHITE GREEN BLUE GREEN Electrical System BLACK... - Page 26 Models 607 & 608...
- Page 27 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 683-0195 Bracket Assembly 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 710-0895 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75 710-0896 Screw, 1/4-15 x .75 710-0924 Phillips Pan Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20 712-0292...
- Page 28 Model 609...
- Page 29 REF. †Units with B&S Single-cylinder (I/C or OHV) engines have NO choke knob/cable. The choke is activated with the throttle control. ‡Units with B&S Single-cylinder (I/C or OHV) engines have NO hood plenum. PART DESCRIPTION 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-0788 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.0 710-0895...
- Page 30 Models 607, 608 & 609...
- Page 31 REF. PART 747-1130 Deck Stabilizer Rod 683-0197 Lift Shaft Assembly 711-0332 Clevis Pin, .5 x .78 712-0206 Hex Nut, 1/2-13 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 712-3004A Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 712-3083 Hex Nut, 1/2-13 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin 714-0111 Cotter Pin 716-0106 E-ring 720-0311...
- Page 32 Models 607, 608 & 609...
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Page 33: Steering Assembly
REF. PART DESCRIPTION 683-0304 Lower Frame Assembly 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 16-18 x .625 783-0726A RH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0727 LH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0728 Pivot Bar Bracket 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 (Grade 5) 711-1409A LH Drag Link 711-1408 RH Drag Link 712-0240... - Page 34 Models 607, 608 & 609...
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Page 35: Drive System
REF. PART DESCRIPTION 783-1015 Shift Lever Support 17840 Transaxle Mounting Bracket 618-0551 Single-speed Transmission Assembly 631-0009 Shifter Knob 647-0045 Shift Lever 656-0048 Variable-speed Pulley Assembly 656-0051A Transmission Pulley, 8.5 x .5-36 683-0251 Double-idler Bracket 710-0176 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 2.75 710-0227 Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5 710-0347... - Page 36 Models 607, 608 & 609 Units with 618-0307C Transmission ONLY...
- Page 37 *If rebuilding transmission for any reason, use applicable flat washer (12a, 12b, or 12c) in this application allowing proper end play as instructed in MTD ’s Service Manual. IMPORTANT: One of two different transmissions may be found on your lawn tractor (618-0307B & 618-0307C). Refer to the model plate found on the rear right portion of the transmission’s lower housing before ordering replacement service parts.
- Page 38 Models 607, 608 & 609 Hook spring, Ref. 58, here 30 (PTO belt for 42" deck shown)
- Page 39 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 732-0996 Compression Spring, 1.31 x 3.0 783-0733 Spacer Cup, 1.5 OD 732-0997 Compression Spring, .66 OD x 1.5 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20 712-3044 Wing Nut, 1/4-20...
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Page 40: Inch Deck
Models 607, 608 & 609 46-inch Deck See PTO breakdown 46-inch Deck Brake Assembly 42-inch Deck... -
Page 41: Cutting Decks
REF. PART DESCRIPTION 16606 Retainer Hook 618-0324 Spindle Assembly, 5.75 Dia. 683-0198C 42-inch Deck Shell 683-0254 Deck Adjustment Bracket w/ Weld Nut 683-0303 Deck Brake Assembly, 42-inch Decks 710-0520 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.5 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-0751... - Page 42 Models 607, 608 & 609 Briggs & Stratton OHV V-Twin (for choke) Briggs & Stratton OHV Single (for throttle) (deflector must face forward) (deflector must face forward)
- Page 43 Briggs & Stratton Opposed Twin (for choke) REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-0148 Self-tapping Screw, #8-32 x .375 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-1237 Screw, #10-32 x .625 710-1314 Socket Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-1315 Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.25 712-3017...
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Page 44: P.o. Box
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and...