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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Hydrostatic Lawn
Tractor
Model Series
690 - 699
770-10129C.fm
FORM NO.
(5/02)
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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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor Model Series 690 - 699 770-10129C.fm FORM NO. (5/02)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Content Important Safe Operation Practices... 3 Slope Gauge... 7 Assembling Your Lawn Tractor ... 8 Know Your Lawn Tractor... 12 Operating Your Lawn Tractor... 14 Making Adjustments ... 15 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor ... 17 Optional Equipment ... 22 Troubleshooting ... 23 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. -
Page 3: 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit, which could result in serious injury. 25. Depress the brake pedal completely and place the control lever in neutral before attempting to start engine. -
Page 5: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
Disengage the cutting blade(s) before shifting in reverse. The “No-Cut-In Reverse” feature is a reminder not to cut in reverse and to help avoid back over accidents. Do not defeat it. g. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. - Page 6 10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running. 11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this...
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Page 7: Section 2: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE... -
Page 8: Section 3: Assembling Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: This manual covers various models of hydrostatic tractors within the 690 series. Please use instructions pertaining only to your tractor. Unpacking • Remove all screws from top of the crate using 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade screwdriver. -
Page 9: Attaching Seat
• Compare the battery in your lawn tractor (located under the seat) with the illustration above. Type “A” batteries are activated and are ready to use. Type “B” batteries must be filled with battery fluid (acid) and charged before they are put into service. Follow instructions which apply to the battery in your lawn tractor only. -
Page 10: Installing The Mulching Plug
NOTE: The seat may have been shipped in a box. Remove the four screws from the bottom of seat and place seat in position against the seat pivot bracket. Follow the directions above to attach the seat. Quick Adjustment Seat •... -
Page 11: Tire Pressure
To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing nut which fastens it to the cutting deck. This will allow the clippings to discharge out the side. See Figure 6. Carriage Screw Wing Nut Figure 6 Tire Pressure... -
Page 12: Section 4: Know Your Lawn Tractor
Battery Strap Hole Drain Tube Transaxle Reinforcement Bracket Figure 9 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the dashboard. Start the engine by turning the key to the START position. When the engine is running, leave the key in the ON position. -
Page 13: Optional Features
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, depress the clutch-brake pedal, pull up the parking brake knob and release the clutch-brake pedal. It will stay in the raised position. To release the parking brake, depress and release the clutch-brake pedal while pushing down on the parking brake knob. -
Page 14: Section 5: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Go up and down slopes, not across. Avoid sudden turns. Do not operate the unit where it could slip or tip over. If the tractor stops while going uphill, stop the blade(s) and reverse down the hill slowly. -
Page 15: Section 6: Making Adjustments
Setting Cutting Height • Select the position for the lift lever which gives the desired cutting height. Move the deck lift indicator (if so equipped) so that the lift lever can be returned to the same position after it is raised. •... -
Page 16: Deck Leveling
• Replace the transmission panel and parking brake knob. • Remove the blocks from under the frame and test the operation of the tractor. Deck Leveling If the tractor is cutting grass unevenly, level the deck following instructions in the Assembly Section. Cutting Deck Engagement The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to ensure that deck is disengaged when lift lever is in... -
Page 17: Section 7: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
Ferrule Tie Rod Right Axle Figure 19 • Remove the cotter pin and flat washer which secures the adjustment ferrule to the tractors right axle. • Two turns at a time, thread the adjustment ferrule toward the right, front tire to lengthen the tie rod. Or, thread the adjustment ferrule away from the right, front tire to shorten the tie rod. -
Page 18: Cutting Blades
• Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery, then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery. WARNING: Failure to use this procedure could cause sparking, and the gas in either battery could explode. Cleaning Battery •... -
Page 19: Belt Replacement
• Remove the blade from the spindle. Deck Blade Figure 21 Sharpening Blade • Remove the cutting blades by following the directions in the preceding section. • When sharpening the blades, 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. - Page 20 Deck Belts (46" Deck) • Place the lift lever all the way forward. • Disconnect the spring which is attached to a bracket on the transaxle inside the right rear wheel. Use a spring puller or other suitable tool. NOTE: When reassembling, make certain belt keeper pins are assembled in the same locations from which they were removed.
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Page 21: Fuel Filter
NOTE: DO NOT use high pressure water spray or steam to clean the hydrostatic transmission. WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire ground against performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance work on the tractor. Fuel Filter • Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel filter. -
Page 22: Off-Season Storage
Front Bumper NOTE: These lawn tractors are not designed for ground-engaging equipment (tillers, plows, etc). *Available through your local dealer or from Agri-Fab Inc., 303 W. Raymond Street, Sullivan, Illinois 61951. • If your tractor is equipped with the B type battery, charge it fully. -
Page 23: Section 9: Trouble Shooting Guide
SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) 1. Safety switch Engine will not crank button not depressed. 2. Battery installed incorrectly. 3. Battery is dead or weak. 4. Blown fuse or circuit breaker. 5. Engine ground wire loose. Engine 1. - Page 24 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 LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
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