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- Page 1 Safety • Set-Up • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor — Model 616 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT. 769-02796 P. O. Box 1386, KITCHENER, ONT. N2G 4J1 1.9.07 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new equipment. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Slope Gauge... 3 Safe Operation Practices ... 4 Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor ... 8 Operating Your Lawn Tractor ... -
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... -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
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 Safe result in serious injury. This machine 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 5 General Operation: 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
- Page 6 Slope Operation: Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of Safe this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit...
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Page 7: Authorized Service Dealer
Service 1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas. 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. -
Page 8: Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor
Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incur- ring obligation. Rubber Boot... -
Page 9: Attaching The Steering Wheel
Shipping Brace Removal WARNING: Make sure the riding mower’s engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking brake before removing the ship- ping brace. • Locate the shipping brace, if present, and accompany- ing warning tag found on the right side of the mower, between the discharge chute and the cutting deck. See Figure 3-2. • While holding the discharge chute with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise. -
Page 10: Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor
Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Before operating this machine, make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop, stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop. NOTE: For shipping reasons, seats are either fastened to the tractor seat’s pivot bracket with a plastic tie, or mounted backward to the pivot bracket. In either case, free the seat form its shipping position and remove the two hex screws (or knobs, on models so equipped) from the bottom of seat before proceed- ing with applicable instructions. Attaching The Seat Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available: •... -
Page 11: Tire Pressure
Identifying the Mulch Plug (if so equipped) On tractor models so equipped, a mulch plug can either be found within the cutting deck’s discharge opening or packed separately with your unit. NOTE: Refer to Mulching on page 19 for more detailed information. -
Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equip- ment without notice and without incurring obligation. NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. Know Your Lawn Tractor Figure 4-1 PTO (Blade Engage) Lever†... -
Page 13: Throttle Control Lever
Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, on some models, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. -
Page 14: Systems Indicator Monitor
Operating Your Lawn Tractor Systems Indicator Monitor (If Equipped) The PTO (Blade Engage) knob (or lever) must be in Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the systems indicator monitor records, and displays on its the disengaged LCD, hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition (OFF) position key is rotated out of the STOP position. when starting The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of the engine, when... -
Page 15: Safety Interlock Switches
Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. Parking Brake Button To set the parking brake, fully depress the brake pedal and... -
Page 16: Setting The Cutting Height
Operating Your Lawn Tractor 2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the key switch module. See Figure 4-5. 3. Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module. -
Page 17: Stopping The Engine
NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions. 1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch. 2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob (or lever) in the disengaged (OFF) position. 3. -
Page 18: Engaging The Blades
Moving the Tractor Manually Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydro- static relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually. Activating this valve forces the fluid in the transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires to “freewheel.”... - Page 19 Mowing WARNING: To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor: WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads, side- walks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator. • Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed.
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Page 20: Leveling The Deck
Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended Adjustment Gear starting. Tighten Loosen to raise deck to lower deck Figure -1 Hex Bolt Figure - WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. Leveling the Deck NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. -
Page 21: Parking Brake Adjustment
4. Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear (found immediately behind the hex cap bolt just loosened) clockwise/up or counterclock- wise/down. The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal. 5. -
Page 22: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor WARNING Before performing any maintenance, lubrication or repairs, Engine disengage PTO, move Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manual for shift lever into neutral engine maintenance instructions. position, set parking Check engine oil level before each use as instructed brake, stop engine and in the Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your remove key to prevent unit. Follow the instructions carefully. unintended starting. Changing Engine Oil NOTE: Depending on the engine model found on your tractor, it may be necessary to remove the tractor’s side panel in order to replace the oil filter (if so equipped). -
Page 23: Cutting Deck Removal
PTO Cable Figure 6-3 Support Pin Figure 6-4 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor’s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked cars, etc. On models with a 46- inch deck, it may be necessary to remove the belt keepers from around the engine pul- ley, in order to remove the PTO belt. This Operators Man- ual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product speci- fications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. - Page 24 NOTE: On models with a 46-inch deck, it may be necessary to remove the belt keepers from around the engine pulley, on order to remove the PTO belt. 5. Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the deck.
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Page 25: Cutting Blades
Cutting Blades WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade. WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace immedi- ately if damaged. The blades may be removed as follows: 1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Cutting Deck Removal) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside. -
Page 26: Changing The Deck Belt
Changing the Deck Belt Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear 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 27 Idler Pulleys Belt Cover Figure 6-8 Electric PTO Clutch Idler Pulleys Figure 6-9 46” Deck (Electric PTO) Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product speci- fications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
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Page 28: Off-Season Storage / Attachments
Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in the MAINTAINENCE section of this manual before storing for an extended period. Off-Season Storage / Attachments The following attachments and accessories are compatible with 600 series Lawn Tractors. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Service Dealer for information regarding price and availability. NOTE: This tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. -
Page 29: Safety Labels
Safety Labels 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. Failure S3044 MAX 20 % to comply with these... -
Page 30: Trouble Shooting
Problem Engine fails to start Trouble Shooting Engine runs erratic For repairs beyond the minor adjust- ments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. Engine overheats Engine hesitates at high RPM Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped) Uneven cut Cause... -
Page 31: Warranty
How to Obtain Service: Warranty service is available, with proof of purchase, through your local MTD Authorized Service Dealer. If you do not know the dealer in your area, please write to the Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED, P.O. BOX 1386, KITCH- ENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1. -
Page 32: Replacement Parts
Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.mtdcanada.ca or phone (800) 668-1238 to purchase a Parts Manual.
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