Yard-Man 970 Series Owner's Manual
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YaRD-MaN
OWNER'S GUIDE
Model Series
950-959
970-979
E970-E979
Model Shown E979
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 US.A.
FORM NO, 770-0417A
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- Page 1 YaRD-MaN OWNER'S GUIDE Model Series 950-959 970-979 E970-E979 Model Shown E979 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...
- Page 2 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).
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Page 3: Operation
SECTION 2: 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 OTHERS. READ FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE COMPLY WITH THESE... - Page 4 • Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees • Never operate the mower in wet grass. Aways sure of your footing. A slip and fail can caus_ serious shown on the slope gauge. personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the h_ ndle and •...
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Page 5: Your Responsibility
worn). Replace with blade which meets original Grass catcher components subject to wear, equipment specifications listed in this manual. damage deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. ° Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the safety protection, frequently check components... -
Page 6: Calling Customer Support
• Themodel p latewilllooklikeFigure 2. This is where your model number will be. XXX-X-XXX-X-XXX XXXXXXXXXXX This is where your serial number will be. Copy the model number here: irlc Copy the serial number here: CLEVELAND, OHIO 441 _6 Figure 2 SECTION 4: CALLING CUSTOMER... -
Page 7: Section 6: Set-Up Instructions
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it against the engine by attaching rubber boot to a bolt or metal clip to the grounding post on the engine. See Figure 4. Figure 4 SECTION 6: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS... - Page 8 Step 4. Raise complete handle assembly until it Step 3. Tighten wing nuts. clicks into place. Make sure not to kinkthe control cables. HE11E Handle Assembly Step 7. Attach control cables to handle with pull Step 5. Pinch lower handle against moun :ing ties found on the handle.
- Page 9 SECTION 7: CONTROLS Blade Control Handle Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Drive Clutch Control Figure 5 BLADE CONTROLHANDLE The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. See Figure 5. The blade control handle must be depressed in order to start and operate the unit. Release the bIade control handle to stop the engine and blade, WARNING: blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running.
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Page 10: Engine Controls
RECOIL STARTER The recoil starter handle is attached to the Io _er handle. See Figure 5. Stand behind the unit in the operating position to start the unit. DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL Squeezing the drive clutch control engages the,,drive system. Releasing the clutch control disengages the drive system. -
Page 11: Gas And Oil Fill-Up
OIL FILL-UP Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual. Read all instructions carefully. cool for at least two minutes after running. WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to EACH TIME BEFORE... -
Page 12: To Start Engine
If youanswered "yes"to all threequestions, y_urmower p assed the test and you can start your mower. If you answered "no" to any of the three questions, you need to go through the DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL ADJUSTMENT found in the ADJUSTMENTS s, ,_ction. - Page 13 BAGGING GRASS CLIPPINGS (Model 979 Only) This mower can bag grass clippings. FoI!ow steps 1 through 3 to ready the mower for bagging. Step 1. Remove wing nuts holding mulching Step 2. Replace with bagging adapter. Attach baffle or side discharge chute in place. Then using wing nuts.
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Page 14: Side Discharge
EMPTYING YOUR GRASS Lift grassbag from the bagging adaptor using the lower handle. While holding the lower handle lift up the rear section of the grassbag. The bag will open a_d the grass clippings will fall out. See Figure 9. When replacing your grassbag be sure the top of the bag rests on the wire support between the handles, Figure 9 SIDE... -
Page 15: Handle Height Adjustment
SECTION 9: ADJUSTMENTS disconnecting spark plug wire. WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Noah Lower Handle Figure 10 Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. To lower handle height, proceed as follows: •... -
Page 16: Drive Clutch
DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL ADJUSTI AENT The drive clutch control adjustment wheel is located in the drive clutch control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will have o adjust the drive clutch control if any of the following happens: •... -
Page 17: Section 10: Maintenance
SECTION 10: MAINTENANCE maintenance. WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep engine, spark plug side up. Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time. - Page 18 CUTTING BLADE REMOVAL, REPLA _EMENT AND SHARPENING Blade Adapter "" Blade Bell Support Figure 13 • When removing the cutting blade for Sh_Lrpening or replacement, protect hands with heavy gloves or a rag before grabbing the blade. • Remove the bolt and blade bell support \ zhich hold the blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft. •...
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Page 19: Drive Belt Removal
DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Step 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground Step 9. Remove the hex bolt holding the it against the engine. transmission to the mower housing. Step 2. Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage. - Page 20 13, S_e the heather andpu _h-belt i Steplp 161 Place_e new beito_er the tran_n-- forward. Press the control arm inwar _ pulley. Start the belt in pulley groove and towards the deck and remove the sb speed rotate pulley until belt is seated in cable from the slot.
- Page 21 Step 21. Pinch belt together so that it is not in the Step 22. Pivot the control arm back to its original position and reinstall the six-speed cable into pulley groove, and the lower pulley can be the slot. pushed towards the engine. Step 23.
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Page 22: Section 12: Off-Season
SECTION 11: LUBRICATION any kind of work on the lawn mower. WARNING: Always stop engine a _d disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing Ble(e Control Handle Wheels )ine SEE ENGINE MANUAL Figure 14 Blade Control: Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with light oil. - Page 23 SECTION 13: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Corrective Action Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start Blade control handle disengaged. Engage blade control handle, Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Throttle control lever not in correct Move throttle lever to FAST or START starting position.
- Page 24 Models 959/979/E.q79 TRANSMISSIC N AND PULLEY F 3R...
- Page 25 Models 959/979/E979 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part No. Description Description Traii-S 710-0134 Scr. Carr. 1/4-20 x .62 731-1901 710-0654A Scr. _:3/8-18:1.00 Trail Shield Wire 732-O842 710-0703 Scr. 1/4-20 x .750 611-0064-0665 F£ Axle Ass'y. 712-0397 710-1241 Wing Nut 1/4-20 Hx Scr. Wash Hd. HL-Lo. 723-0233 Nut, Push .25 I.D.
- Page 26 Models 959/979...
- Page 27 Models 959/979 Ref, Part No. Description Description Rt,_.f" Part No. C Sunk Tap Screw #10 x 175 L 732-0627 Shift Lever Spring I Cotter Pin .072 x 1.12 Lg. 714-0104 16864 Knob Ass-'y Wingnut 5/16-18 6 Spd. Rack CabIe Brkt, 720-0241 726-0240 731-0905...
- Page 28 Model E979 -----2!
- Page 29 Model E979 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part No. Description Description 710-1174 Bolt Cur. Carr. 5/16-18 x 2.0 749-0439B Upper Handle 749-0907 Lower Handle 714-0104 Cotter Pin .072 x 1.12 Lg. 720-0241 631-0071 Knob Ass'y Wingnut 5/16-18 Gressbag Cover w/Labei Pivot Rod 726-0240 747-0939 Strap 4.3 Lg.
- Page 30 Models 959/979/E' )79 Ref. Par No. Description Cabie- 746-093:) 6 Spd. 656-061 Pulley Ass'y Multi- Spd. 710-016 ' Scr, 1/4-20 x .50 Carr. 710-089,_ Scr, AB 1/4-14 x ,625 Hxinwsh 711-111 _ Pivot Shaft 712-028 ' Nut 1/4-20 732-080 ' Torsion Spring LH 736-027' ) Bell Wash..265...
- Page 31 Models 959/979/E979 24 / Description ..Rei-I Part NO. Description No." Pinion Shaft 10T, -1"_ Hx. Jam Nt_t-_ I 717-1468 Thr. Wash. 3/8 x .70 x ,030 I 736-0425 Bell Wash..325 x .930 x .045 I 736-0314 Thr. Wash..388 x ,625 x .062 I 756-0856 Pulley I 736-0569...
- Page 35 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR" YaRD-MaN)// For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions territories, MTD Products will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
- Page 36 For Parts, Accessories or Service Information, Call: 1 (800) 800-7310 Please have your model number ready when you call. Call Now! The only way to ensure tPe performance of your product is to use original equipment parts and accessories. MTD designs and engineers quality parts to exacting specifications.