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20=inch Rotary Mower-
Model Series 020
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning:
This unit is equippedwithan 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 sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(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. 770-10419E
12/19/2006
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- Page 1 If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw (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. FORMNO. 770-10419E PRINTEDIN U.S.A 12/19/2006 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019...
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Page 2: Customer Support
Serial Number model plateprovidedto the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operatingposition and lookingdown at the rear of the deck. This information MTD LLC will be necessaryto use the manufacturer'sweb P.O. 361131 site, to obtain assistancefrom the CustomerSup-... - Page 3 Sight and h01dthis levelwith a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... >:. or a fence post ::>., fine (repros erlts a 75o o9 .oo -_ o _ 15°...
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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.Shutthe engine off and waituntil the bladecomesto a 6. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipesand othersources completestop beforeremovingthe grasscatcheror unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 7. Neverfuel machineindoorbecauseflammablevapors will The cutting bladecontinuesto rotatefora few secondsafter accumulatein the area. the engine is shut off. Neverplace any partof the body in 8. - Page 6 Loose Parts Cartoncontentsinclude: W heels,Handles(upper& lower),BladeControl Handle,ChuteDeflector& a Hardware Pack.Be certainto removeall looseparts beforediscardingthe carton.Followinstructionsbelowto attachthese loose parts to yourmowersafelyand properlyfor best performance. Hardware Pack setu pand ,djustment Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Qty. 4 IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil...
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Page 7: Attaching The Chute Deflector
NOTE:Reference to right, left,front and rearof the lawn moweris in relationto the operatingposition. angeLock Nut Attaching the Chute Deflector FiatWasher NOTE:Usea 7/16"wrenchand the hardwarein Group1 to completethe followingsteps. 1. Alignthe holeson the chutedeflectorwith the corresponding holeson the deck surface. 2. insertcarriagebolts up throughthe undersideof the deck and throughthe chutedeflector.See Figure3-1. -
Page 8: Setup And Adjustment
Attaching the Wheels Wheel i i NOTE:Usean adjustablewrench,7/16"wrenchand the Delck hardwareinGroup 3 to completethe followingsteps. The holesin the deck providethreecuttingheights.Use corresponding holeswhenattachingall four wheels(i.e. Setup and for the lowestcuttingposition,assembleeachwheel washer at the highesthole on the deck). Referto the Cutting Adjustment HeightAdjustmentsectionfor moreinformation. - Page 9 Securing Blade-Brake Cable NOTE:Usethe hardwarein Group 6 to completethe followingsteps. _stud inside properly to avoid contactwith all sharp WARNING:The cable must be routed snap fitting edges and hot surfaces. Such contacts Setup and damage the cable and renderthe Upper controls inoperative. Adjustment Handle Snapfz-...
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Page 10: Know Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Control Your Lawn M ow e r WARNING This blade control is a safety device. Do not bypass its operations. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is Figure4-1:The maincomponentson the mower. extremely flammable and the vapors are Now that youhaveassembledyour lawnmower,it's importantto becomeaquaintedwith its controlsand features. - Page 11 mowercan result in foreign objects being ARNING:The operationof any lawn thrownintothe eyes,whichcan damage youreyesseverely.Alwayswearsafety glasses whileoperatingthe mower or whileperformingany adjustments or repairson it. Starting Engine Operati WARNING:Besure no one otherthan the operatoris standingnearthe lawnmower whilestarting engineor operatingmower. MoWer Neverrunengine indoorsor in enclosed, poorlyventilatedareas.
- Page 12 Lubrication • Lubricatepivot pointson theblade controlat least once a seasonwith lightoil. Theblade controlmustoperate freelyin bothdirections.See Figure5-1. • Lubricatethe wheelsat least oncea seasonwith light oil (or motoroil). If wheelsare removed for any reason, lubricatesurfaceof the axle boltand inner surfaceof the wheelwith lightoil. See Figure5-1. •...
- Page 13 Blade Care ,f" ARNING:When removingthe cutting blade for sharpeningor replacement, protectyour handswith a pairof heavyglovesor use a heavyrag to holdthe blade. Periodicallyinspect t he blade adapterfor cracks, Your LaWn especiallyif you strikea foreignobject.Replacewhen necessary. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wirefrom spark plug.Turn moweron its side makingsurethat theair filter and the carburetorare up.
- Page 14 Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails tostart B!adeContr0i d isengaged, EngagebladeContr0 Spa[kplug Wiredisconnected. 2 connect wireto spark plugl 3: Fuel tank empty or staie fuel 31 Filltank Withcleanl fresh gasoiine: 4. Enginenot primed(if equippedwith Primeengine as instr,u, cted in operat_ primer)i ingYour Lawn Mower: 5.
- Page 15 Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower _EE i HAN[ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii i!ii!iiiiiiiiiiiii!ii!i!!!!! !iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!!!!i!!!!!!!!!!!ii!i! !i!iiiii!iiil !!!!!!!!
- Page 16 Model Series 020...
- Page 17 Fief. Part No. Part Description 710-0654A Hex Ind.WasherScrew3/8-16x 1.0 782-0048 CuttingDeck: 20" 749-04037 LowerHandle 749-1092A UpperHandle 747-1161A Control Handle(Bail) 731-0872B RearFlap 17098 HingeClip 710-1044 Screw3/8-24 x 1.5"Group8 _FACTORY PARTS 736-0524B BladeBell Support 748-0376C BladeAdapter To order replacement 742-0640 CuttingBlade parts, contact 731-0064 DischargeChute 1-800=800-7310...
- Page 18 NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.
- Page 19 NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.
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Page 20: Limited Warranty
To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, lasts, sothe aboveexclusions or limitationsmaynot 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...