MTD Series A4 Operator's Manual
MTD Series A4 Operator's Manual

MTD Series A4 Operator's Manual

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Practices • Set-Up • Operation
• Maintenance
• Service • Troubleshooting
• Warranty
OPER roR's
UAL
Push Mower m Model Series A4 & A5
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019
PrintedIn USA
FormNo.769-08399
(October 1,2012)

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  • Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty OPER roR's Push Mower m Model Series A4 & A5 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-08399 (October 1,2012)
  • Page 2: Record Product Information

    Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts..com See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.mtdparts.com/KnowledgeCenter Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 Write to MTD LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...
  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    importantSafeOperation Practices WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    12. Amissing ordamaged discharge cover can cause blade When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance contact orthrown o bject injuries. is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than 13.
  • Page 5: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    Service Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with SafeHandlingOf Gasoline: the original equipment manufacture's (O.E.M.) blade only, To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme listed in this manual.
  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    SparkArrestor Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used WARNING: This machine is equipped with an are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline,...
  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    SafetySymbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting assemble and operate DANGER -- ROTATING BLADES...
  • Page 8 15° Slope 15° Slope (TOO STEEP) (OK) Figure 1 Figure2 15° das2ed line USE THiS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE iF A SLOPE iS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION[ To check the slope, proceed as follows: Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g.
  • Page 9: Assembly And Setup

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton One Lawn Mower One Hardware Pack One Bolt-On Side Discharge Chute± Two Wheels One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual One Engine Operator's Manual One Bottle of Oil One Side Discharge Chute± ± If Equipped HardwarePack Group1 Qty.
  • Page 10 While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: upper handle up as shown in Figure 3-2. Do not Pull upward on the handle 8 inches until holes in crimp cable while lifting the handle up.
  • Page 11: Rear Wheels

    The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope guide. See Figure 3-5. Figure 3-6 Side DischargeChute(Bolt-On) NOTE: Use the hardware in Group 2 to complete Figure 3-5 following steps.
  • Page 12 Side Discharge Chute(if Equipped) Your mower may be shipped as a mulcher. On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See Figure 3-8. Slide two hooks of side discharge chute under hinge pin on mulching plug assembly. Lower the mulching plug.
  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    Controls a nd Features IBlade Control Side Discharge Mulch Plug Figure 4=1 Blade Control SideDischargeChute(If Equipped) The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Your mower may be shipped as a mulcher. To discharge Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions...
  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Starting Engine is standing near the lawn mower while starting WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
  • Page 15: Maintenance And Adjustments

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance General Recommendations Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here.
  • Page 16 Service BladeCare Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance. Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to check. WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of sharpening or replacement,...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start Blade control disengaged. Engage blade control. Spark plug boot disconnected. Connect wire to spark boot. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Ftll tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Engine not primed Of equipped with primer).
  • Page 18: Replacement Parts

    Replacement P arts Component Part Number and Description 7.59-3336 Spark Plug (Briggs & Stratton model 09P602-0023-F1) BS-796112S Spark Plug (Briggs & Stratton model 09L602-0925-F1) BS-799579 Air Filter Cartridge (Briggs & Stratton model 09P602-0023-F1) 490-200-0011 Air Filter Cartridge (Briggs & Stratton model 09L602-0925-F1) BS-796577 Fuel Tank Cap (Briggs &...
  • Page 19: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories Component Model Number and Description 490-850-0005 Blade Removal Tool -- Holds blade in place for faster, safer removal. SPW-134 Spark Plug Wrench -- Duel ended wrench to serve multiple uses. Fits 3A"or 13A6" h ex plug. 490-850-0008 Oil Siphon -- Makes it easy to transfer gas, oil and liquids from tank to container.
  • Page 20 Component Model Number and Description 22216 STA-BIL®fuel Stabilizer, 32 oz -- Treats 80 gallons of fuel. Keeps stored fuel fresh for quick, easy starts. Prevents corrosion from moisture and ethanol-induced attraction. Prevents gum and varnish. 490-290-0012 Mower Cover -- Protects your mower against sun, rain and dust damage.
  • Page 22 MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United one- year warranty. States and/or...
  • Page 23 Medidas importantes de seguridad • Configuraci6n • Funcionamiento • Mantenimiento • Servicio • Soluci6n de problemas • Garantia Poclaclora de Ernpujea m Moclelo Serie A4 y A5 MTD LLC, p.o. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 FormNo.769-08399 Impresoen Estados UnidosdeAmerica (Octubre1,2012)
  • Page 24 Visite nuestro sitio web en www.mtdproducts.com Ver Videos demostrativos de instalacidn de mantenimiento y piezas en www.mtdparts.comlKnowledgeCenter Llame a un representante de Asistencia al CIiente al (800) 800-7310 6 (330) 220-4683 Escribanos a MTD LLC • P.O.Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...
  • Page 25: Medidas Importantes De Seguridad

    Medidasimportantes de seguridad ADVERTENCIA" La presencia de este s[mbolo indica que se trata de instrucciones importantes de seguridad que se deben respetar para evitar poner en peligro su seguridad personal y/o material y la de otras personas. Lea y siga todas las instrucciones de este manual antes de poner en funcionamiento esta m_quina.
  • Page 26: Funcionamiento En Pendientes

    8. Noponga l as manos olos pies cerca delas piezas rotatorias 20. Nunca opere l acortadora sinlas guardas apropiadas, oenlatolva delacortadora. El c ontacto con las cuchillas cubierta dedescarga, guarda para recorte, manija de puede p roducir laamputaci6n demanos ypies. control delacuchilla yotros d ispositivos deseguridad yprotecci6n en...
  • Page 27: Funcionamiento General

    Ni os Nunca saque la tapa del gas ni agregue combustible mientras el motor est,1 caliente o en marcha. Deje que el Pueden ocurrir accidentes tr_gicos si el operador no est_ atento motor se enfrie por Io menos dos minutos antes de volver a a la presencia de nifros.
  • Page 28 Nunca trate de ajustar una rueda o la altura de corte Nomodifique el motor mientras el motor est,1 en marcha. Para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte, no modifique el motor Los componentes de la tolva para recorte, cubierta bajo ninguna circunstancia.
  • Page 29: Simbolos Deseguridad

    Simbolos DeSeguridad Esta p_gina representa y describe la seguridad los simbolos que pueden parecer en este producto. Lea, comprenda, y siga todas instrucciones de la m_quina antes de intentar ensamblary operar. LEA EL MANUAL(S) DEL OPERADOR Lea, comprenda, y siga todas instrucciones en el manual (manuales) antes de operar el prod ucto.
  • Page 30 ADVERTENCIA! Las pendientes son un factor importante relacionado con un vuelco y renovaci6n de los accidentes que pueden provocar lesiones graves o la muerte. No utilice la m_quina en pendientes de m_s de 15 grados. Todos pendientes requiere mayor precauci6n. Si no puede retroceder en la pendiente...
  • Page 31: Montaje

    Montajey Configuraci6n Contenido de ia caja Una Podadora Uno Canal de Descarga Lateral ± Uno Paquete de Hardware Dos Ruedas Uno Manual de Operador Uno Manual de Operador de Motor Uno Botella del Aceite Uno L_mina de Chute ± ± De set equipado Paquetede Hardware Grupo 1 Qty.
  • Page 32 Si bien la estabilizaci6n de cortac_sped pot Io que Siga los siguientes pasos para completar conjunto no se mueve, pivote asa superior como se muestra mango: en Figure 3-2. No engarzado cable mientras levanta Tire hacia arriba en el asa hasta agujeros en la manija la palanca hacia arriba.
  • Page 33 La guia de la cuerda est,1 unida al costado derecho de la manija superior. Afloje la tuerca de mariposa que sujeta la guia de la cuerda, Figure 3-5. Figure 3-6 Canalde DescargaLateral (Deserequipado) NOTA: Use los elementos de ferreteria del Grupo 2 para Figure 3=5 completar los pasos siguientes.
  • Page 34 Canalde DescargaLateral (Deset equipaclo) Clavija para Su podadora ha sido enviada como abonadora. abono lateral En el costado de la podadora, levante el adaptador para abono. Vea Figure 3-8. Deslice los dos ganchos del canal de descarga lateral debajo del pasador de bisagra sobre el montaje adaptador para abono.
  • Page 35 Controles Y Caracter sticas ....Control Arrancado_ ..de retroceso Canal de Descarga Lateral Clavija para abono J Figure 4=1 Control de CuchUla Canalde Descarga Lateral(Deserequipado) Su cortac6sped es transportado como un mulcher. Para El control de la cuchilla est,1 unido a la manija superior.
  • Page 36: Encendido Del Motor

    Funcionamiento Encendido del Motor aparte del operador permanezca cerca de la ADVERTENCIA: Asegurese que ninguna persona podadora mientras arranca el motor u opera la misma. Nunca encienda un motor en espacios cerrados o en una zona con poca ventilaci6n. escape del motor contiene mon6xido de carbono, un gas inodoro...
  • Page 37: Mantenimiento Y Ajustes

    Mantenimiento Y Ajustes Mantenimiento de c6sped u otros desechos. Siga los pasos que aparecen debajo para realizar esta tarea. RecomendadonesGenerales Desconecte el cable de la bujia. Drene la gasolina de la podadora o coloque un trozo de pl_stico debajo del tap6n Respete siempre las reglas de seguridad cuando...
  • Page 38 Servido Cuidadode ia CuchUla generar_ vibraciones excesivas cuando rote a altas ADVERTENCIA: Si la cuchilla est_ desequilibrada ADVERTENCIA: Cuando saque la cuchilla de corte velocidades. Esto puede producir dahos a la para afilarla o reemplazarla, prot_jase las manos podadora, y se puede romper, causando asi lesiones usando un par de guantes...
  • Page 39 Solud6n de problemas Problerna Rernedio Causa El motor no arranca 1. El control de Limina se retir6. 1. Contratar el control de I_imina. 2. Alambre de bu]ia desconectado. 2. Unir el ahmbre a la bujia. 3. Dep6sito de combustible combustible vacio 3.
  • Page 40 Problema Remedio Causa Funciona real en 1. Reajuste [a distancia disruptiva a 0,76mm 1. Buj[a atorada, avenada o exceso de distancia marcha lenta (0,03)o reemplace la bujfa. disruptiva. 2. Refl_rasea la secci6n de mantenimiento de 2. El filtro de alre est5 sucto. motor.
  • Page 41 Notas...
  • Page 44 Ninguna otra o aditamentos no aprobados per MTD para su use con el(los) garantia expresa, ni oral ni escrita, excepto la mencionada producto(s) incluido(s)

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