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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Push Mower — Model Series A00, A10, A20, B00, B10, & B20
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
769-06613
11.24.10
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
To The Owner
Record Product Information
Section to record model and serial numbers for support.
Customer Support
Information on how to get help and contact customer service.
Important Safe Operation Practices
General Operation Safety
Key safety guidelines and rules for operating the lawn mower.
Slope Operation Safety
Guidelines and precautions for operating the mower on slopes.
Children Safety Precautions
Safety warnings and rules regarding children around the mower.
Service Procedures
Safe Gasoline Handling
Precautions and procedures for safe handling of gasoline.
General Service Guidelines
General maintenance and service recommendations for the mower.
Engine Modification Warning
Warning against modifying the engine for safety reasons.
Assembly & Setup
Contents of Carton
List of items included in the mower packaging.
Handle Assembly
Instructions for assembling the mower's handle components.
Grass Catcher Assembly
Instructions for assembling and attaching the grass catcher.
Side Discharge Chute Attachment
Instructions for attaching the side discharge chute.
Adjustments
Cutting Height Adjustment
How to adjust the cutting height of the mower.
Handle Pitch Adjustment
Instructions for adjusting the pitch of the mower handle.
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
Procedures for filling the engine with gasoline and oil.
Controls and Features
Blade Control Operation
Explanation of the blade control lever and its function.
Cutting Height Lever
Location and operation of the cutting height adjustment lever.
Grass Catcher Usage
Description of the grass catcher and how to use it.
Mulch Plug Function
Function and use of the mulch plug for mulching grass.
Side Discharge Chute Usage
How to attach the side discharge chute for side discharge.
Recoil Starter Operation
Location and operation of the recoil starter to start the engine.
Operation Guide
Engine Starting and Stopping
Instructions on how to start and stop the engine.
Safe Lawn Mowing Practices
General guidelines for safely operating the lawn mower.
Mulching Operation
How to use the mower for mulching grass effectively.
Using the Grass Catcher
How to use the grass catcher to collect clippings.
Maintenance and Adjustments
General Maintenance Recommendations
General advice and recommendations for mower maintenance.
Lubrication Points
Instructions for lubricating pivot points and other parts.
Mower Deck Care
Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the mower deck.
Engine Maintenance
Maintenance instructions related to the engine.
Deck Wash System
How to use the deck wash system to clean the mower deck.
Service and Blade Care
Blade Maintenance and Replacement
Instructions for inspecting, sharpening, and replacing the mower blade.
Off-Season Storage Preparation
Steps for preparing the mower for storage during the off-season.
Emission Control Warranty Statement
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
Overview of owner's responsibilities under the warranty.
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
Details of what the manufacturer covers under warranty.
General Emissions Warranty Coverage
Specifics on the warranty coverage for emission-related parts.
List of Warranted Parts
List of specific parts covered under the emission warranty.
Canadian Warranty Information
Three Year Limited Warranty (Canada)
Details of the three-year limited warranty for Canadian purchases.
Consumer Warranty Details
Columbia Outdoor Warranty
Overview of the consumer warranty for Columbia Outdoor products.
Tractor Attachment Warranty
Warranty information specific to tractor attachments.
Warranty Exclusions and Usage
Warranty exclusions for finish, and distinction between personal/commercial use.
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