MTD 11A-503F000 Operator's Manual
MTD 11A-503F000 Operator's Manual

MTD 11A-503F000 Operator's Manual

22" rotary mower

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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OF
A
O
AL
22" Rotary Mower-
Model Series 500
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning:
This unit is equippedwithan internal combustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany uniiprovedforest-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.770-10334H
10/10/2006

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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.770-10334H PRINTEDIN U.S.A MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 10/10/2006...
  • 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 hold this levelwith a vertical tree... !i!_i!il < or a corner of a building... or a fence post fir_e (repros er_ts a 15o 15°...
  • 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 For shippingpurposes,the chutedeflectoron your moweris held in an uprightpositionbya retainer. Removethe retaineras follows: a. Push chutedeflectorup towardsengine.Holding deflectorin this position,removethe retainerand discard.See Figure3-1. b. Lowerthe chute deflectorcarefullykeepingyour fingersout of the way. must be removed and discarded WARNING: The chute retainer before operating the mower.
  • Page 7: Cutting Height

    5. Ropeguide Setupas followsin Figure3-5: a. Holdthe bladecontrol againsttheupper handle. b. Slowlypull starterrope out of engine. c. Slip starterrope intothe rope guide. d. Tightenropeguide wingnut. 6. Installrear wheelsas followsin Figure3-6 (wheels maybealreadyinstalledat factory,if sodisregardthis step): a. Placerear of the mowerdeck on raisedblocks. b.
  • Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower

    Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Contrd Operating r Lawn MoWer Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (for each wheel) WARNING Mulching Baffle This blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. Use extreme care Figure 4-1 Now that youhaveset up yourlawnmowerforopera- when handling Mulching...
  • Page 9 WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown intothe eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing...
  • Page 10 Lubrication 1. Lubricatepivot pointson the bladecontrolat least once a seasonwith lightoil. The bladecontrolmustoperate freelyin bothdirections.See Figure5-1. 2. Lubricatethe wheelsat least oncea seasonwith lightoil (or motor oil). If wheelsare removedfor any reason,lubricatesurfaceof the axle boltand inner surfaceof thewheelwith light oil. See Figure5-1. 3.
  • Page 11 Blade Care "_ cutting blade for sharpening or WARNING: When removingthe replacement, protect your hands Maintaining with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. You r LaWn Periodicallyinspect t he blade adapterfor cracks, especiallyif you strikea foreignobject.Replacewhen necessary.Followthe stepsbelowfor bladeservice.
  • Page 12 Problem Cause Remedy Eng=nefalls to start Biadecontroldlsengaged. Engagebladecontrol. 21 spark plug Wiredisconnected. 2, Connect wiretOspark plug. Fue!tank empty 0r sta!e!ueL Fil!tank with C!eanl ! resh gaso!inel Enginenot choked. & ,Chokeengine as instructedinthe Operatingyour Lawn Mower section, 5. Faultyspark p!ug, 5. Clean adjustgap orreplace. Blockedfuel iinel 61 clean fue!iinel 7 EngineflOoded: .
  • Page 13 Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower...
  • Page 14 Model Series 500 Pin Bar Tread K2 Tread...
  • Page 15 747-1161A Blade Control 710-1044 HexCap Screw3/8-24 x 1.5 749-1092A UpperHandle 736-0524B BladeBell Support 746-0957 Blade ControlCable-37.25" 738-1172 ShoulderScrew3/8- 16x.302 746-1130 Blade ControlCable- 40" 736-0741 BellWasher.760ID x 1.25OD 746-0946 Blade ControlCable-48.25" 734-04213 FrontWheel,7 x 1.8, K2 Bar FrontWheel,7 x 1.8, Pin Bar 710-1205 EyeBolt 734-1988...
  • Page 16: 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...

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