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MTD 410 Series Operator's Manual

MTD 410 Series Operator's Manual

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O
PERATOR'S
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.
M
ANUAL
Model
410 Series
FORM NO.
770-8554A
9-26-97

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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 770-8554A PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: 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 YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on • Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can units so equipped while starting engine. cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your balance release the blade control •...
  • Page 4 • To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or remove the wire from the spark plug, and fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.

  • Page 5: Section 2: 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 6: Slope Gauge

    SLOPE GAUGE...

  • Page 7: Section 4: Unpacking

    SECTION 4: UNPACKING TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON 1. Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut Briggs & Stratton tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open Engines carton. 2. Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., owner’s manual, etc.).

  • Page 8: Section 5: Set-Up Instructions

    SECTION 5: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS This owner’s guide covers various models of SOFT GRASS BAG mowers. Follow only those instructions which Parts for Soft Grass Bag: pertain to your unit. Front Frame Rear Frame IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL in the engine. Be certain to Assemble soft grass bag as follows: service engine with gasoline and oil before operating your mower.
  • Page 9 Assemble hardtop grass bag as follows: 1. Insert one end of the rear frame into the slit in Handle the cloth channel on the edge of the grass bag (slits are approximately 6 inches from the end of the bag). See Figure 6A. Feed all the material on one side of the frame before working it around frame.
  • Page 10 To attach the grass catcher : 1. Lift the rear discharge door on the mower. Rear Discharge NOTE: Make certain cables are routed to the Door outside of the handle so they are not in the way when attaching the grass catcher. 2.

  • Page 11: Section 6: Controls

    SECTION 6: CONTROLS The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 14. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to Blade Control Throttle operate the unit. Release the blade control handle Handle Control to stop the engine and blade.

  • Page 12: Section 8: Adjustments

    6. After engine starts, move throttle control to For a healthy lawn, never cut more than one-third desired engine speed. (Mower is designed to be of the total length of the grass at any one cutting. operated at full throttle.) Lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.

  • Page 13: Handle Height Adjustment

    HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 3. Push the control lever on the engine as far toward the rear of the engine as it will go. Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher Secure the cable in this position with the cable height position.

  • Page 14: Section 9: Lubrication

    SECTION 9: LUBRICATION WARNING: Blade Control: Always stop engine and Lubricate the pivot points on the disconnect spark plug wire before blade control handle and the brake cable at least cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of once a season with light oil. See Figure 19. The work on lawn mower.

  • Page 15: Section 11: Off-Season Storage

    Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate “star” away from the engine. Refer to Figure 20. engine manual packed with your unit. Read and Place the blade with the side marked bottom (or follow instructions carefully.

  • Page 16: Section 12: Trouble Shooting Guide

    SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Actions Engine fails to Blade control handle disengaged. Engage blade control handle. start Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Dirty aircleaner. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. Primer button not depressed.

  • Page 17: Shroud Chart

    Shroud Chart Part No. Color Part No. Color Part No. Color Part No. Color 751B281439 Dark Red 731-1395A 731-1587A Black 731-1561 Black 751B281440 Black 731-1396A Black 731-1603A Yellow 751B281443 Bright Red 731-1397A Gray 731-1610A Pewter 731-1620A Gray Hardware: Hardware: Hardware: Hardware: 710-1256 (Screw) 710-1256 (Screw)
  • Page 18 Model 410 Series WHEEL CHART Wheels w/o Bearings Wheels with Bearings Brg. Part No. 741-0484 Bar Tread Link Tread 734-1781 Grey, Slot Hub 734-1819 Grey 734-1841 Grey, Aero 634-0020 Grey, Disc Hub...
  • Page 19 Model 410 Series REF. REF. PART NO. CODE DESCRIPTION PART NO. CODE DESCRIPTION 747-0824 Control Handle (Std.) 15261A Height Adj. Plate 647-0004 Control Handle Ass’y. (Deluxe) 15262B Pivot Bar 710-1205 Rope Guide 14832 Spring Lever Ass’y. w/Knob 720-0279 Handle Knob 1/4-20 Thd.

  • Page 20: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY For ONE YEAR from the date of retail purchase States of America, its possessions and territories, within the United States of America, its possessions except those sold through the manufacturer’s and territories, the manufacturer will, at its option, authorized channels of export distribution.

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