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MTD Series 760 Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Automatic Lawn Tractor — Model Series 760
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-05684
(December 11, 2009)

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  • Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty ’ peratOr anual Automatic Lawn Tractor — Model Series 760 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Choose from the options below: ◊ Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 ◊ Write us at MTD LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    Important Safe Operation 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 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade Slope Operation contact or thrown object injuries. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes roads and while not cutting grass.
  • Page 5 Children Service Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Safe Handling of Gasoline: presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme the dangers.

  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway do not stop within the this time frame, your machine engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD with factory setting of engine governor. Service Dealer.

  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    Safety Symbols 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. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER—...
  • Page 8 2 — i ectiOn MpOrtant peratiOn ractices...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Shipping Brace Removal to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and WARNING! Make sure the riding mower’s engine is without incurring obligation.
  • Page 10 Attaching The Steering Wheel Attaching The Dash Collar If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come attached, the If the tractor’s dash collar did not come attached from the hardware for attaching it has been packed within the steering factory, the screws for attaching it can be found in either side of wheel, beneath the steering wheel cap.
  • Page 11 Attaching The Seat Tire Pressure If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, follow WARNING! Maximum tire pressure under any the applicable instructions below to attach it. circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    Controls and Features Speed Control & Parking Brake Lever Clutch/Brake Pedal Throttle/Choke Lever Ignition Switch Module Shift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Deck Lift Lever Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4-1 and described on the following pages. WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine.

  • Page 13: Parking Brake

    WARNING! Throttle/Choke Control Lever Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

  • Page 14: Shift Lever

    Shift Lever Speed Control Lever The shift lever is located on the left side of the fender and has The speed control lever, located on the left side of three positions, FORWARD, NEUTRAL and REVERSE. The brake the tractor’s dash console, allows you to regulate pedal must be depressed and the tractor must not be in motion the ground speed of the lawn tractor.

  • Page 15: Operation

    This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized MTD service dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine from...

  • Page 16: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Driving The Tractor WARNING! WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was and sudden stops. designed for your safety and protection. WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake NOTE: Refer to the Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions in the...

  • Page 17: Engaging The Blades

    Place speed control lever in desired position. Mowing Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE, and follow WARNING! To help avoid blade contact or a normal operating procedures. thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, Driving On Slopes children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation.

  • Page 18: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Air Cleaner Service the air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove Spark Plug key to prevent unintended starting.
  • Page 19 Cleaning Battery To level the deck from front to rear: • Tighten the lock nut to raise the front of the deck; Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the •...

  • Page 20: Parking Brake Adjustment

    Seat Adjustment can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have your Refer to the Set-Up and Assembly section of this manual for seat brakes properly adjusted.

  • Page 21: Maintenance Schedule

    NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/ or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

  • Page 22: Service

    Service Service Cutting Deck Removal NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler Bow-Tie Pin pulley. Models equipped with a 42- and 46-inch deck have two deck idler pulleys. To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows: Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 23 Make the final connection on the engine block of the tractor, away from the battery. Attach to a unpainted part to assure a good connection. CAUTION: If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle’s engine when jump starting your tractor.

  • Page 24: Cutting Blades

    Cutting Blades WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade. WARNING! Periodically inspect the blade and/or spindle for cracks or damage, especially after you’ve struck a foreign object.

  • Page 25: Service Dealer

    (i.e. air/impact wrench) in order to change the tractor’s drive belt. ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have your drive belt ground against the engine to prevent unintended replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for starting before removing the belt.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start PTO/Blade engaged. Place knob (or lever) in disengaged (OFF) position. Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.

  • Page 27: Replacement Parts

    NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/ or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

  • Page 28: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Model Series 700 Lawn Tractors. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. CAUTION: Series 700 Lawn Tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g.
  • Page 29 Notes...
  • Page 30 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection (4) below.
  • Page 31 WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment engine has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper mainte- nance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.
  • Page 32 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,...

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