You can locate the model plate by looking under the seat. This Model Number Serial Number information will be necessary to use the manufacturer's web site, to obtain assistancefrom the Customer Support Depart- ment, or when contacting an authorizedservice dealer. MTD LLC P.O= BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OH 44136 330-220-4683 www.mtdproducts,com...
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Sight and h01dthis level with a vertical tree.., m_,_ or a corner of a building... >:. or a fence post ::>., fine (repros er_ts a 15o -_ o _ 15°...
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.
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General Operation: 14.Watchfor traffic whenoperatingnearor crossing roadways. T his machineis not intendedfor useon 1. Read,understand,and followall instructionson the anypublic roadway. machineand in the manual(s)beforeattemptingto 15.Do notoperatethe machinewhileunderthe influ- assembleand operate.Keepthis manualin a safe enceof alcoholor drugs. placefor future and regularreferenceand for ordering 16.Mowonly in daylightor good artificiallight.
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Do Not: Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto loss of controland 1. Do notturn on slopesunlessnecessary;then,turn slowlyand graduallydownhill,if possible. tip-overaccidentswhich can resultin severeinjuryor 2. Do not mownear drop-offs,ditchesor embankments. death.All slopesrequireextracaution.If youcannot Themowercouldsuddenlyturnoverif a wheel is over back up the slopeor if youfeel uneasyon it, do notmow the edgeof a cliff, ditch,or if an edge cavesin.
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Service 10.Neverattemptto makeadjustmentsor repairsto the machinewhilethe engine isrunning. 1. Neverrun an engineindoors or in a poorlyventilated 11.Grasscatchercomponents and the discharge area. Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an coverare subjectto wearand damagewhich could odorless,and deadlygas. exposemovingpartsor allowobjectsto be thrown. 2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertain Forsafety protection, f requentlycheckcomponents the blade(s)and all movingparts havestopped.
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MUSTcheckthe oil levelbefore operating.Be careful notto overfill. for various models. Characteristicsand features disCussed and/or illustrated this manual may not be applicable to all modelsl MTD LLC reservesthe right tOchange product specifiCations:designs and equipment without notice and without incur- ting oblieation...
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Shipping Brace Removal engine is off, remove the ignitionkey, and ARNING:Make sure the riding mower's set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace. Locatethe shippingbrace,ifpresent,and accompany- ing warningtag foundon the rightside of the mower, YourLawn betweenthe dischargechuteand thecuttingdeck. Tractor See Fig.3-2.
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Attaching The Seat Seatstyles vary bytractormodeland thereare three differentstyles available: • StandardAdjustment • QuickAdjustment& • KnobAdjustment If the seatfor yourtractordid notcome attached,referto Fig. 3-4, Fig. 3-5,and Fig. 3-6 to identify yourtractor's seat styleand followthe applicableinstructionsbelowto attachit. NOTE:Forshippingreasons,seatsare eitherfastened to the tractorseat'spivot bracketwith a plastictie, or mountedbackwardto the pivot bracket.Ineithercase, freethe seat from its shippingpositionand removethe two hex screws(or knobs,on modelsso equipped)from...
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identifying the iVlulch Plug (if so equipped) .., \\\\\ On tractormodelssoequipped,a mulchplug can be foundwithin thecuttingdeck'sdischargeopening. NOTE:Referto Mulching on page 19for moredetailed information. Your Lawn Ifyou'dpreferto operatethe cuttingdeck withoutmulch- ing, simplyremovethe mulch plugby unthreadingthe plasticwing nutwhich fastensit to the cuttingdeck.This will allowthe clippingsto dischargeout of the discharge openingduringoperation.See Fig.3-7.
Know Your Lawn Tractor NOTE:Any reference in this manual to the RIGHTor LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator's position. /" "_ NOTE:Steeringwheelnot shownfor clarity Figure 4=1 PTO(Blade Engage)Levert ThrottleLever PTO(Blade Engage)Knobt CruiseControl Button SystemsIndicatorMonitort/Ammeter I IgnitionSwitchModule ChokeKnobt BrakePedal ParkingBrakeButton DrivePedal...
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/" Throttle Control Lever Thethrottlecontrol lever is locatedon the rightside of Choke Fast thetractor'sdash panel.This levercontrolsthe speed Position Position of the engineand,on somemodels,when pushedall Fast theway forward,the chokecontrol also.Whenset ina Position givenposition,the throttlewill maintaina uniformengine speed.See Fig. 4-2. IMPORTANT: W henoperatingthetractorwith the cutting deck engaged,be certainthat the throttleleverisalways inthe FAST(rabbit)position.
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Battery It is normalfor the Batterylightto illuminate while the engineis crankingduring start-up,but if it illuminate's duringoperation,while the engine is running, the BATT, batteryis in needof a chargeor the engine'scharging systemis not generatingsufficientamperage.Referto the MAINTENANCEsectionof this manualfor the proper batterychargingprocedureor havethechargingsystem 42.0 checkedby yourservicedealer.
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Seat Adjustment Lever (if so Equipped) Shift Lever _' ._." The shift leverislocated F_,,,P_ Toadjustthe seat forwardor backwardon unitsequipped on the leftsideof the with a quick-adjust s eat,slidethe seatadjustmentlever fenderand hasthree to the left and reposition the seatto the desiredposition. Oncea comfortablepositionis found,releasethe seat positions,FORWARD, NEUTRAL and RE-...
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Setting the Cutting Height Driving The Tractor 1. Selectthe heightpositionof the cuttingdeck by WARN{NG:Avoid sudden starts, ex-ces- placingthedeckliftleverinanyofthesixdifferent sive speed and sudden stops. cuttingheightnotcheson the right sideof the fender. ,....vvAN{_{{_:uo no[ leave me sea[ or me 2. Adjustthe deck wheelsso that they are between tractor without firstplacing the PTO(Blade 1A-inch and Y2-inch abovetheground whenthetractor Engage) knob (or lever) in the disengaged...
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Setting The Cruise Control Using the Deck Lift Lever 1. Placethe shiftleverin the FORWARD position, Toraisethe cuttingdeck,movethe deck lift leverto the thenslowlydepressthedrive pedaluntil the desired left, thenplaceit in the notch best suitedforyour applica- speedis achieved. tion. Referto SettingThe CuttingHeightearlierin this section.
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Mulching (if So Equipped) Selectmodelscome equippedwith a mulch kit which incorporates specialblades,alreadystandardon the tractor,ina processof recirculating grass clippings repeatedlybeneaththe cuttingdeck.Theultra-fine clippingsarethen forcedback intothe lawnwherethey act as a naturalfertilizer. Observethe followingpointsfor the best resultswhen mulching: • Neverattemptto mulchif the lawnisdamp.Wet grass tendsto stickto theundersideof the cuttingdeck preventingpropermulchingof the clippings.
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With the tractorparkedon a firm,levelsurface,place the deck lift leverin the top notch(highestposition) and rotatethe blade nearestthe dischargechute so that it is parallelwith the tractor. Measure the distancefromthe frontof thebladetip to thegroundand the rearof thebladetip tothe ground. Thefirstmeasurement takenshouldbe between1/4" and3/8" lessthanthe secondmeasurement. Deter- minethe approximate distancenecessary for proper adjustment a nd proceed,if necessary, t o thenext step.
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Seat Adjustment Quick Adjust Seat (If so equipped) WARNING:Before operating this machine, make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop, stand behind the machine and pull Adjusting back on seat until fully engaged into stop. Toadjust the positionof the seaton modelsequipped with a seat adjustmentlever,movethe leverto the left and slidethe seatforwardor rearward.Referto the Setting UpYour LawnTractorsection.Makesure seat...
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Air Cleaner Servicethe pre-cieaner, i f soequipped,and cartridge/air cleanerelementas instructedin the EngineOperator/ OwnerManualpackedwith your unit. Spark Plug(s) Thespark plug(s)shouldbe cleanedand thegap reset oncea season.Sparkplug replacementis recommended at the startof each mowingseason.Referto the Engine Operator/Owner M anualfor correctplug type and gap specifications.
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Toutilizethe DeckWash System,completethe following stepsAFTEREACHMOWING: 1. Drivethe tractorto a level,clear spoton yourlawn, nearenoughto a water sillcock(spigot)for your gardenhoseto reach. IMPORTANT:Makecertain thetractor'sdischargechute is directedAWAYfrom yourhouse,garage,parkedcars, etc. Disengagethe PTO(Blade Engage),movethe shift leverintothe neutralposition,set the parkingbrake, and stop the engine. 3. Threadthe hosecoupler(packagedwith yourtractor's Operator'sManual)ontothe end of yourgardenhose.
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6. Pull the decksupport pin outwardto releasethe deck Charging from thedeck lift arm. IMPORTANT:Whenchargingyourtractor'sbattery,use Rotatethe pin slightlytowardthe rear of the tractor onlya chargerdesignedfor 12Vlead-acidbatteries.Read and releasethe pin intothe hole provided. yourbatterycharger'sOwner'sManualpriorto charging yourtractor'sbattery.Alwaysfollow itsinstructions and Repeatthe abovestepson the tractor'srightside. heed its warnings. Movethe deck lift leverintothe top notchon the right If yourtractorhasnot been putinto usefor an extended fenderto raisedeck lift arms up and out of the way.
Cutting Blades off, remove ignition key,disconnect the ARNING: Be sure to shut the engine spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your Maintaining hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade.
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Changing the Deck Belt Removethedeck belt fromaroundall pulleys,including the deck idler pulleysand the electricPTOclutch(units with electricPTO). off, removeignition key,disconnectthe WARNING:Be sure to shut the engine sparkplug wire(s) and groundagainst Routethe newbelt as shownin Fig. 6-7,6-8, and 6-9 the engine to prevent unintendedstarting and retightenthe deck idler pulleys.
Cleanand lubricate t he tractoras instructedin Section Followthe instructions in the Service, Storage & 6: MAiNTAiNiNGYOUR LAWNTRACTORof this Specifications sectionof the EngineOperator/Owner manualbeforestoringfor an extendedperiod. Manualfor properenginecare priorto storingyourtractor. container outdoors,awayfrom an open container indoors where there is an open ARNING:Drainfuelonly into an approved WARNING: Never store the machine or fuel flame.Allow engine to cool Extinguish...
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ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH * B0NOT MOWWHEN CHILDREN O R ® OTHERS ARE AROUND * NEVER CARRY CHILDREN E VEN WITH BLADE(S) OFF, * LOOK DOWN ANDBEHIND BEFORE ANDWHILE BACKING° WARNING This symbol points out importantsafety instructionswhich, if not followed,could endangerthe personal safety and/or property...
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Pro bl e m Ca use Remedy Eng ne fa s to start 1. PTOengaged 1 PlacePTOknob (or lever)in disengaged(OFF)postion. 2. Sparkplugwire(s) disconnected. 2. Connectwire(s) to spark plug(s). 3. Fue tank emptyor stae fue . 3. F tank w th c can fresh gaso ne 4 Chokenot act vated 4.
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Problem Cause Remedy ne overheats Engineoil levelIowl Fill crankcasewith properoil. Air flow restricted. 2. C!eangrassclippingsand debrs from aroundtheengineScoo!ing fins and blowerhousing. Enginehesitates at 1. Sparkplug(s)gap tooclose. 1. Removesparkplug(s)and reset high RPM the gap. poor i sPark p!ug(s)fou ed faulty or Replace Spaikp!ug(S): S et plug(s) too Wide;...
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ARNING:If a safety feature is not functioning properly, do not use the tractor. Contact and/or illustrated in your authorized MTDservice dealer or call (800) 800-7310. this manual may not be appliCabletOal! roodels: MTD LEOreserves the right to change prOduCt specifications designs and equipmentWitllout notice and without...
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NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.
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NOTES Use this page to make notes and write down important information.
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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardandMTDConsumerGroupInc are pleasedto explainthe evaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyon your 2007lawn mower.In California,new lawnmowermust be designed,builtand equippedto meet the State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTDConsumerGroupInc must warrantthe EECSon yourlawn mowerfor the periodof time listedbelow providedthere has beenno abuse,neglector impropermaintenanceof your lawnmower. Your EECSmay includeparts such as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fuel tanks,fuel lines,fuel caps, valves, canisters,filters,vapor hoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-related components.
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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