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MTD 520 series Operator's Manual

MTD 520 series Operator's Manual

22', self-propelled mower
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O PE RATOR'S MAN UAL
22', Self-Propelled
Mower
Model Series 520
Thru 530
IMPORTANT:
Read safety rules and instructions
carefully
before operating
equipment.
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 Cede). 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 U.S.A.
FORM
NO. 770-10349
(11/99)

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  • Page 1 O PE RATOR'S MAN UAL 22', Self-Propelled Mower Model Series 520 Thru 530 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. 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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Maintaining Safety ..................... Slope Gauge ..........i ............Assembling Your Lawn Mower ................Know Your Lawn Mower ..................Operating Your Lawn Mower ................Making Adjustments ..................Maintaining Your Lawn Mower ................Storing Your Lawn Mower .................. Troubleshooting ....................

  • Page 3: Maintaining Safety

    SECTION 1: MAINTAINING SAFETY This Warning symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not fol!owed could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in eersonal injury.
  • Page 4 • Never o perate t hemower i n wetgrass. A lways b e • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could sure ofyour f ooting. Aslipand fallcancause serious cause slipping. personal injury. K eep a firmholdonthehandle and CHILDREN walk,neverrun.
  • Page 5 • Keee all nuts bolts, and screws tight to be sure the • Grass catcher components are subject to wear equipment is in safe working condition. damage deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety •...
  • Page 6 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST "0 "OJO '& &WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a stope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).

  • Page 7: Assembling Your Lawn Mower

    Tighten the wing nuts at the end of the lower handle to secure the handle to handle bracket assemblies. NOTE: This manual represents two different model See Figure 2. series, Model 520 series comes with the side discharge assembly on the unit and a snap on...

  • Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower

    Installing MulchingBaffle (Model 520 Series) RemovingChuteRetainer(Models 520 Series) If your mower is equipped with the optional mulching The chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright baffle, install it following these instructions: position by a retainer for shipping purposes only.
  • Page 9 CuttingHeight AdjustmentLevers Blade Control These levers are located on each wheel and they are used to adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to Handle Control be at the same relative position to ensure a uniform cut. Handle See Figure 8. Mulching Plug DriveControl Handle...

  • Page 10: Making Adjustments

    continuous, full arm stroke. Keeping a firm grip on GasandOilFill-Up the starter handle, let the rope return to the starter Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in slowly. the separate engine manual packed with your mower. Read instructions carefully. Using Your LawnMower Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or engine...

  • Page 11: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    • Position each handle bracket assembly stud into one of the other holes in the lower handle. • Each end of the lower handle must be placed in same relative position. Wing Nuts Handle Adj_ Handle Figure 9 Bracket HandleHeightAdjustment Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher Figure 10 height position.
  • Page 12 Some adjustments will have to be made Engine periodically to maintain your unit properly. All Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine adjustments in the Making Adjustments section of maintenance instructions. this manual should be checked at least Once each •...
  • Page 13 When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of To get easier access to the belt, just securely place the mower on raised blocks. grind as a guide. ]t is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to Remove the transmission cover by sliding off the prevent an unbalanced blade, An unbalanced blade will two plastic rivets with a screwdriver on each side of...

  • Page 14: Storing Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION8: STORING YOURLAWNMOWER • Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to The following steps should be taken to prepare your prevent rusting. lawn mower for storage, • Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
  • Page 15 NOTES...
  • Page 16 ModelSeries520 thru530 P_.._33 "9...
  • Page 17 ModelSeries520 thru530 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part No. Part Description Part Description 747-1214 Drive Control Handle 731-0073 Transmission Cover 747-1161 Blade Control Handle 756-1163 Drive Pulley 746-1113 Blade Control Cable - B&S 748-0426 Blade Adapter 746-1114 Blade Control Cable- Tec 742-0642 Blade 22"...
  • Page 18 Model S eries260 thru279 Ref. Part No. Part Description 618-0392 Upper Housing Assembly 721-0329 Oil Seal ,500 ID x .687 OD 741-0673 Flange Bearing .503 ID x .689 OD Flat Washer .504 ID x .700 OD x .030 736-0520 Flat Washer .504 ID x .700 OD x .035 736-0711 Flat Washer .504 ID x .700 OD x ,040 736-0712...
  • Page 20 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PROD- blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such as UCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise pur- brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck adjust-...

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