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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Model Series
060
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY
RULES
AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internaI combustion
engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-
covered, brush-covered
or grass-covered
land uniess the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable
local or state laws (if any), if a spark attester
is used, it sho[lld 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
simitar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands, A spark attester for the mufPer is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department,
PO
Box 368022 CleveIand, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS
INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO.770-10107
(10/98)
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- Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands, A spark attester for the mufPer is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, Box 368022 CleveIand, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Your Model
Operator's Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department. • Every walk behind has a model plate. You can locate it by standing behind the unit in the operating position and looking down at the rear of the deck. -
Page 3: Safe Operation
SECTION 3: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING; THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 4: Slope Operation
• Do netengage the self-propelled mechanism o n • Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can units soequipped while starting engine. cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your balance release blade control •... -
Page 5: Your Responsibility
° To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel remove wire from spark plug, spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. - Page 6 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE ES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE '411 A CORNER OF A BUILDING _WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury, If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
- Page 7 SECTION 5: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Remove this sheet from your operator's manual lay the hardware on the illustration identification purposes, After Assembly, keep the Slope Gauge which is on the reverse side of this sheet for future use. (Hardware pack may contain extra...
- Page 8 SECTION 6: UNPACKING TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator's manual, etc.). •...
- Page 9 ATTACHING LOWER HANDLE (w!_rd_e_A_) • Raise the rear of the deck and block securely, • Place one cupped washer on each hex bolt 1-1/2" tong (crowned side of washer goes against the head of the hex belt). • Insert the ends of the lower handle through the slots in the rear of the deck. NOTE: It is helpful to have another person hold the handle in position as you continue.
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Page 10: Securing The Cable
NOTE: If the control handle is disassembled from the upper handle for any reason, assemble the control handle by inserting the ends into the holes on each side of the upper handle. The hole in the control handle must be on the left side of the upper handle, and control handle must touch the upper handle when engaged (squeezed against the upper handle). -
Page 11: Installation
INSTALLATION OF WHEELS (Hardware E) Smaller Cupped Washer Use These Holes for Front Wheels Front Wheel Axle Bolt Hex Nut Larger Cupped Washer Figure 9 The three holes provide three cutting heights for your mower. Use the same hole location for all four wheels when assembling. - Page 12 FINAL ASSEMBLY OF MOWER Chute Deflector -" Shipping Chute Retainer ......Figure 11 • The chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer for shipping purposes only. This shipping retainer must be removed and discarded before the mower is put into operation. See Figure 1 1. To remove the shipping chute retainer, move the spring-loaded chute toward the engine by pushing above the retainer.
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Page 13: Section 9: Operation
SECTION 9: OPERATION Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. See Figure 2, Warning Label. which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. We The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, recommend wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses. - Page 14 SECTION ADJUSTMENTS engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping the CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Adjustment may be made by removing and moving axle bolts to desired position. Cutting heights will be raised as axle bolts are moved to a lower hole and lowered as axle bolts are moved to a higher hole in the deck.
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Page 15: Section 12: Maintenance
SECTION 12: MAINTENANCE WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or maintenance. NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep engine air filter side up. TROUBLE SHOOTING Refer to page 17 of this manual for trouble shooting information. CUTTING BLADE When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect hands by using heavy gloves or a thick rag... - Page 16 ENGINE Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Follow instructions carefully. Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced.
- Page 17 SECTION 14: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possibie causeis) i corrective Actions Engine fails to Blade control handle disengaged. Engage blade control handle, start Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Dirty aircleaner. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. Primer button not depressed / Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
- Page 18 Model Series 060 ,,_Jl TO Enlgine Crankshaft --35...
- Page 19 Model Series 060 PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-1044 712-0355 Hex L-Nut 3/8-24 Thd. Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. 736-0524A 736-0105 Bell Washer .380 ID x .88" Support, Bell-Blade 742-0642 22" Blade, Std. 750-0910 Spacer .391" I.D, x .375" Lg.
- Page 20 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY Units exported out of the United States: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase manufacturer does not extend warranty within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, the manufacturer will, at its option, products sold or exported outside of the United repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of States of America,...