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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Self-Propelled Mower — Model Series DXX
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.
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
769-07771
Printed In USA
12.20.11
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- Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Self-Propelled Mower — Model Series DXX WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing your new equipment. It was carefully The manufacturer reserves the right to change product engineered to provide excellent performance when properly specifications, designs and equipment without notice and operated and maintained. without incurring obligation. -
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 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 for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with Safe Handling Of Gasoline: 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 Grass Catcher • One Bottle of Oil • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Side Discharge Chute NOTE: Please be aware that this Operator’s Manual covers both While stabilizing mower so it doesn’t move, pivot the low and high wheel models of this mower. - Page 10 Remove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Fig. 3-3. Figure 3-5 The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope Figure 3-3 guide. See Fig. 3-6. Hold blade control against upper handle.
- Page 11 Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See frame. See Fig. 3-7. Figure 3-9. Side Mulching Plug Figure 3-9 Figure 3-7 Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: Slide two hooks of side discharge chute under hinge pin on mulching plug assembly.
- Page 12 Drive Control The adjustment wheel is located in the drive control handle Higher housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will need to adjust the drive control if the mower does not propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower’s wheels hesitate with the drive control engaged.
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Page 13: Controls & Features
Controls and Features Drive Control Speed Control Blade Control Drive Control Recoil Starter Cutting Height Side Discharge Adjustment Lever Chute Deck Wash Figure 4-1 Blade Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the rear wheel. -
Page 14: Operation
Operation Before Starting Engine Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual. 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. - Page 15 Using as Mulcher Using Grass Catcher For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher and allow the rear You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are discharge door to close the rear opening of mower. For effective operating the mower.
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Page 16: Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance If your mower is equipped with ball bearing wheels, lubricate at least once a season with a light oil, all other types require no lubrication. However, if the wheels are General Recommendations removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the •... - Page 17 Deck Wash (If Equipped) Engine Care Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a water port on its A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good surface as part of its deck wash system. performance by the mower is given below. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions.
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Page 18: Service
Service Blade Care Place blade bell support on the blade. Align notches on the blade bell support with small holes in blade. WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque: 450 in. lbs. sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with min., 600 in. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark boot. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. - Page 20 Problem Cause Remedy Uneven cut 1. Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. Mower will not self propel 1. Belt not installed properly. 1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement. 2. Debris clogging drive operation. 2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris.
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Page 21: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 734-04630 Wheel (Front - 8” x 2.125”, SL:Z) 734-04564 Wheel (Front - 8” x 2.125”, S:Idle) 734-04568 Wheel (Front - 8” x 2.125”, S:Zag) 934-04699 Wheel (Rear - 11” x 2”, BB:Z) 934-04666 Wheel (Rear - 11”... - Page 22 For equipment purchased in Canada only. THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
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Page 23: Warranty
THREE YEARS- 120 Hrs. LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years-120 hrs. whichever come first, from the date of original purchase of COLUMBIA products, COLUMBIA will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be defective in material and workmanship. - Page 24 Notes...
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