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21=inch Rotary Mower-
Model Series 430
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning: This unit isequippedwith an internal combustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimproved forest-covered, b rush-
coveredor grass-covered land unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresterisused,it shouldbe maintainedineffectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveisrequiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources Code). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
FORMNO. 770-10179G
12/12/2005
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- Page 1 If a sparkarresterisused,it shouldbe maintainedineffectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveisrequiredbylaw (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources Code). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. PRINTEDIN U.S.A. FORMNO. 770-10179G MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 12/12/2005...
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Page 2: Customer Support
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower, it wiil help you assemble, prepare, and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Slope Gauge ............Troubleshooting ..........Safe Operation Practices ........ - Page 3 Sight and hold this levelwith a vertical tree... >:. also 15° t"b...
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Page 4: General Operation
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductiveharm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
19.Shut the engine off andwait untilthe bladecomesto a 7. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipesand othersources completestop before removingthe grasscatcheror unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 8. Neverfuel machineindoorbecauseflammablevapors will The cuttingbladecontinuesto rotatefor a fewseconds after accumulatein the area. the engine is shut off. Neverplaceany part of the bodyin 9. - Page 6 This OperatorsManualcoversa rangeof product specifications for variousmodels.Characteristics and fea- turesdiscussedand/orillustratedin this manualmay not be applicableto all models.MTDLLCreservesthe right to changeproductspecifications, d esigns,and equipment withoutnotice and withoutincurringobligation. 1. Removeanypackingmaterialwhich may be between upperand lowerhandles. a. Pull up and backon upperhandleas shownin Figure3-1.Makecertain the lowerhandleis seated securelyintothe handle mountingbrackets.
- Page 7 Followstepsbelowto assemblethe grasscatcher (if needed).Makecertain bag is turnedrightside out beforeassembling(warninglabelwill be on the outside). a. Placebag overframe sothat its black plasticside is at the bottom. Setupand b. Slip plasticchannelof grass bagoverhooks on the frame,Figure3-5.All the plasticchannelsexcept ustment centertop of bagattachfrom outsideof bag. c.
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Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower _======= B lade Control RecoilStarter======_ _ i_iii_iI_ iiiiii_ii_ _ i_: i_ GrassCatcher======_ CuttingHeightAdjustment Levers(front and rear,for eachwheel) The bladecontrolis a Mulch Plug i safetydevice.DO NOT i bypass its operations. Side DischargeChute i Use extremecarewhen handling gasoline. Gasolineis extremely Figure4-1:The maincomponentson the mower. - Page 9 Starting Engine WARNING:Be sure no one otherthan the operatorisstandingnear the lawn mower whilestartingengineor operating mower.Never run engineindoorsor in enclosed,poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, an odorlessand deadly gas. Keep hands,feet, hair and looseclothing awayfrom any movingpartson engine and lawn mower. Follow the set of instructionspertainingto your unit.
- Page 10 Deck Care Cleanundersideof the mowerdeck after eachuse to preventbuild-upof grass clippingsor otherdebris. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wire. Draingasolinefrom lawn mower,or placea pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap. 2. Tip mowersothat it restson the housing.Keepthe sidewith the air cleanerfacingup. Hold mowerfirmly. ARNING:Nevertip the mowermorethan 90° in any direction and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time.
- Page 11 Blade Care ,_IL WARNING:When removingthe cutting blade for sharpeningor replacement, protectyour handswith a pairof heavygloves or use a heavyrag to hold the blade. Periodically inspect t he bladeadapterfor cracks, especiallyif youstrikea foreignobject. Replacewhen Maintaining necessary.Followthe stepsbelowfor blade service. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wirefrom spark plug.Turn moweron itsside makingsurethat the air filter and the carburetorare up.
- Page 12 Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to Start ade controldisengagedl b!adecontro!, 21 spark plug Wir e disconnected• connect wire to spark p!ug• 31 Fueltank empty OrStalefuel• Ell!tank Wit h clean,!resh gasoline• 4. Enginenot pr reed. Primeengine as instructedin 'fOperat, ingyour Lawn Mowei! I , 5: Faultyspark pug Clean, adjustgap, or replace.
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Page 15: Parts List
731-04204 Bail Cover 28 736-0270 Bell Washer.265x .75x .062 746-1130 ControlCable40-inch 29 710-0654A TT SeresScrew3.8-16x 1.00 746-1137 ControlCable53-inch 30 687-02071A PivotArmAssy- RH 726-0240 CableTie 687-02070A PivotArmAssy- LH 664-04027 Grass BagAssembly 31 732-04175 SpringLever Parts List 32 734-04087 Wheel8 x 1.8Pin Bar 747-04080 Grass Bag Frame 732-0700... -
Page 16: Limited Warranty
To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, lasts,sothe aboveexclusions or limitations m aynot applyto you. or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 44136- In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the 0019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our purchasepriceof the productsold.Alterationof safety features of...
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