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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Self-Propelled Mower — Model 86M
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. 769-05894
(February 2, 2010)
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- Page 1 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. 769-05894...
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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: Important 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 When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance contact or thrown object injuries. is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled you can let go.
- Page 5 Service Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade Safe Handling Of Gasoline: for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme listed in this manual.
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Page 6: Spark Arrestor
Notice Regarding Emissions Spark Arrestor Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal WARNING: This machine is equipped with an EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush may include the following emission control systems: Engine covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s... -
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...
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Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Bottle of Oil • One Grass Catcher • One Side Discharge Chute Assembly Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side of lower handle. - Page 10 IMPORTANT: Be certain to attach the smaller, rear channel on each side of the bag to ensure the proper fit of bag. Refer to Fig. 3-4. Attach center top of bag from inside of frame. Before attaching the grass catcher, the rear mulching baffle must be removed.
- Page 11 Adjustments WARNING: Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot Cutting Height rod and the rear discharge door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher. The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear Side Discharge Chute right wheel.
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Page 12: Controls And Features
Controls and Features Drive Control Blade Control Speed Control Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Mulch Plug Figure 4-1 Recoil Starter Blade Control The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. -
Page 13: Operation
Operation Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting 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 14: Maintenance & Adjustments
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Lubricate the wheels and rear wheel gears at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed General Recommendations for any reason, lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner surface of the wheel with light oil. See Fig. 6-1. •... - Page 15 Engine Care With engine off, shift back to first speed. This will provide slack in the cable. A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good Remove back cover of speed control housing by removing performance by the mower is given below. Follow the the three screws securing it to the housing.
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Page 16: Service
Service Blade Care WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for may cause damage to mower and could break sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with causing personal injury. a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface blade. -
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. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. Blocked fuel line. -
Page 18: Engine Operation
Engine Operation Fuel Cap Air Cleaner Starter Grip Oil Fill Oil Drain Spark Plug Figure 9-1 Pre-Operation Check Oil Recommendations NOTE: This engine is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty. -
Page 19: Starting The Engine
Check Oil Level Check Fuel Level NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel. engine stopped. Fill tank to approximately 1-inch below lowest portion of Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. See neck to allow for fuel expansion. -
Page 20: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance WARNING: Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential Shut off the engine before performing if high level performance is to be maintained. Regular any maintenance. To prevent accidental start-up, maintenance will also ensure a long service life. The required disconnect the spark plug boot. - Page 21 Oil Service Air Cleaner Service • Check oil level regularly. Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in extremely • Be sure correct oil level is maintained. Check every five dusty conditions.
- Page 22 Spark Plug Service Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary by bending side electrode. See Fig. 10-4. The gap should be set to 0.030 in. WARNING: DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
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Page 23: Removing From Storage
Fuel Filter Service Storage The fuel filter cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be treated with year or every 100 operating hours; more often if run with old a gasoline stabilizer and engines stored over 90 days need to be gasoline. - Page 24 If the engine on your mower fails to conform to this limited fuels, lubricants, or additives. warranty, MTD will cover the cost of parts and labor associated with • Special conditions or circumstances that normally require more any adjustments and/or repairs necessary to return your engine than two pulls to start, specifically: 1) First start-up following your to its warranted condition.
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Page 25: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 951-10292 Spark Plug 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-10300 Fuel Cap Assembly 951-10358 Fuel Filter 734-04033 Wheel (Front) - Yardman 734-04549 Wheel (Front) - Cub Cadet 934-04404 Wheel (Rear) 964-04047 Yardman Grass Bag 664-04135 Cub Cadet Grass Bag 731-04177 Side Discharge Chute... - Page 26 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 27 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 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with c. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States dealer. and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited d.