MTD 520 Series Operator's Manual
22" rotary mower
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
22" Rotary Mower — Model Series 520
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
FORM NO. 770-10349H
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
11/17/2006
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- Page 1 (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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORM NO. 770-10349H PRINTED IN U.S.A. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 11/17/2006...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safe Operation Practices ... 4 Setup and Adjustment ... 6 Operating Your Lawn Mower ... 8 MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,... -
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 of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). -
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 Safe can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- ging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating. -
Page 6: Setup And Adjustment
Setup and Adjustment WARNING The chute retainer must be removed and discarded before operating the mower. NOTE: Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. NOTE: Each end of the lower handle must be placed in the same relative position. - Page 7 select models, these may be included separately in a plastic bag). and secure with lock nut. cutting height. See Figure 3-7. and insert bottom lip of the mulching baffle inside the chute opening. See Figure 3-8. pin of the chute deflector. The hooks must snap into place on the hinge pin, locking the mulching baffle firmly onto mower.
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Page 9: Operating Your Lawn Mower
Using Your Lawn Mower Be sure 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 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
1. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. disconnect spark plug, and ground 2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse against engine before or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,... -
Page 11: Blade Care
Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Prime engine as instructed in “Operat- ing Your Lawn Mower”. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Clean fuel line. 7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not prime. -
Page 13: Off-Season Storage And Safety Labels
3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE. - Page 14 Model Series 520 4138 Wheel Treads Bar Tread Zag Tread...
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Page 15: Parts List
687-02140Front Lever Assembly - LH9. 720-04072Wing Nut 749-04037Lower Handle 716-0198Retainer Ring 750-04407Sleeve Spacer, .550 ID x 2.22 618-04375ATransmission Assembly Comp. 782-0585AForward Height Adj. Plate - LH 754-04100V-Belt, 3L x 32.90 687-02141Front Lever Assembly - RH 710-1205Eye Bolt 720-0279Wing Nut, 1/4-20 728-0199Rivet 731-04859†Bail Cover - Gray731-2626†Bail Cover - Black 736-0182†Sprg Washer, .500 x 1.00 x .022... - 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” warrants this product against defects in material and workman-...