READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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 Code). 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 361131 Cleveland,
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL 22” Self-Propelled Mower — Model 285 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION 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 you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. To reach a local White Outdoor dealer or retailer, visit www.whiteoutdoor.com or or phone our Dealer Locator line at (800)-949-4483.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately...
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual.
23. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, 13. Never store the machine or fuel container near an open use care and good judgment. Contact your White Outdoor flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space dealer or call (800) 949-4483 for the name of your nearest heater, furnace, clothes dryer, or other gas appliances.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. 1. For shipping purposes, the chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer. Remove the retainer as follows: �...
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 IMPORTANT: Before performing the following steps, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. a. Hold the blade control against the upper handle. b. Slowly pull starter rope out of engine. c.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Operating Your Lawn Drive Control Mower Gasoline Fill Recoil Starter Height Adjustment Levers WARNING Mulching Baffle The blade control Oil Fill mechanism is a safety device.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Before Starting Your Mower Check for proper clutch operation by performing the following procedure before starting the engine: 1. With the drive clutch released, push mower forward. It should move freely. Pull mower backward. It should move with only a small amount of resistance.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Lubrication 1. Lubricate pivot points on the blade control and drive control at least once a season with light oil. These controls must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 3.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. Maintaining 1.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Problem Cause Remedy 1. Engage blade control. Engine fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Off-Season Storage 4. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. 5. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next 1.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 747-1214 Drive Control 731-1034B Side Discharge Chute 747-1161A Blade Control 741-0710 Slv. Bearing, .502 x.627 x 1.00 746-1114 Blade Control Cable 728-0199 Plastic Rivet 746-1093A...
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Parts List To order replacement parts, contact (800)-949-4483 or visit www.whiteoutdoor.com Ref. Part No. Description 618-0392 Upper Housing Assembly 721-0329 Oil Seal.500 ID x.687 OD 741-0673 Flange Bearing.503 ID x.689 OD 736-0520 Flat Washer.504 ID x.700 OD x.030 736-0711...
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Notes Page This page has been left blank intentially and can be used to write down any notes and/or information regarding your mower www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Notes Page This page has been left blank intentially and can be used to write down any notes and/or information regarding your mower www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Notes Page This page has been left blank intentially and can be used to write down any notes and/or information regarding your mower www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- exported outside of the United States, its possessions and sions and territories.
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