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MTD 650 Operator's Manual

MTD 650 Operator's Manual

Mtd 650; 652 transmatic lawn tractor
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Operator's Manual
Transmatic Lawn Tractor
MODELS 650
652
Model 652 Shown
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
FORM NO. 769-01047.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(1/08/2004)

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  • Page 1 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, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 FORM NO. 769-01047.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    You can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the seat. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD LLC P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136 330-220-4683 www.mtdproducts.com...

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: 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: Slope Operation

    23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a 3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed burn. Do not touch. setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes 24.
  • Page 5 Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is by an authorized MTD Service Dealer. spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
  • Page 6 Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment 11. Grass catcher components and the discharge manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this cover are subject to wear and damage which could manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. original equipment specifications may lead to For safety protection, frequently check components improper performance and compromise safety!”...
  • Page 7 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE...

  • Page 8: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before IMPORTANT: starting the engine and operating. Refer to the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Tecumseh engine’s Owner’s Manual) packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully. Attaching The Seat NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the unit...

  • Page 9: Shipping Brace Removal

    Gas and Oil Fill-up The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of one and-a-half gallons. Do not overfill. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine running.

  • Page 10: Controls

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 4 Clutch-brake Pedal Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever Shift Lever Deck Engagement / Lift Lever Speed Control Lever / Parking Brake Ignition Switch Throttle Control Lever STOP Choke The ignition switch is located on...

  • Page 11: Operation

    SECTION 5: OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock System Contact an authorized MTD service dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the...

  • Page 12: Stopping The Engine

    • After the engine starts, move the throttle control WARNING into the FAST position. AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Do NOT leave the choke control on while IMPORTANT: operating the tractor. Doing so will result in a "rich" fuel • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. mixture and cause the engine to run poorly.
  • Page 13 • Release clutch-brake pedal slowly to put unit into NOTE: The deck engagement/lift lever must be in the motion. disengaged (BLADES STOP) position when starting • The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the engine, when traveling in reverse and if the operator the clutch-brake pedal.

  • Page 14: Seat Adjustment

    SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: • Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so Never attempt to make any that it is parallel with the tractor. adjustments while the engine is running, • Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip except where specified in the operator’s to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the manual.

  • Page 15: Parking Brake Adjustment

    The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to make • Pull the rod toward the rear of the tractor (to take up certain the deck is disengaged when deck slack), then thread the rod inward or outward engagement/lift lever is in the BLADES STOP position. (usually only one or two turns) until the rod lines up Correct adjustment as follows.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    If the above adjustment did not result in IMPORTANT: the tractor obtaining the full range of speeds, see an Speed Control Rod authorized MTD service dealer to have the variable speed drive system inspected and professionally Figure 10 adjusted. SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR...
  • Page 17 Engine Fuel Filter Service the fuel filter, if so equipped, as instructed in the Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Manual (or Tecumseh engine’s Owner’s Manual) Tecumseh engine’s Owner’s Manual) packed with your for engine maintenance instructions.

  • Page 18: Service

    SECTION 8: SERVICE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any adjustments, repairs or Hook maintenance. Cutting Deck Removal WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting deck.

  • Page 19: Cutting Blades

    • Remove the hairpin clips which secure the rear The blades may be removed as follows. deck hangers to the deck stabilizer bracket. See • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Figure 17. Retain the hairpin clips. Cutting Deck Removal on page 18) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.

  • Page 20: Belt Replacement

    It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground Never jump your tractor’s dead battery IMPORTANT: equally to maintain proper blade balance. A poorly with the battery of a running vehicle. balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may •...
  • Page 21 Deck Belt • Using a spring puller (Part No. 732-0571)or other suitable tool, disconnect the spring which is WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove attached to a small hook found on the left, rear ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect portion of the transmission.

  • Page 22: Off-Season Storage

    NOTE: A spacer is located beneath the transmission pulley. Be careful not to lose the spacer and be certain NOT reinstall the spacer upside down. • Remove the lower drive belt from around the lower portion of the variable speed pulley and feed it toward the shift cover panel opening.

  • Page 23: Attachments & Accessories

    MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability. Lawn tractor models 650 & 652 are NOT designed for use with any type of ground- engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor’s warranty.

  • Page 24: Parts List

    SECTION 12: MODELS 650 & 652 PARTS LIST † † † † † † † † † † Found on Model 652 Only...
  • Page 25 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-3008 Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 710-0642 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 712-0185 U-type Speed Nut, 1/4-20 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut, Nylon, 5/16-18 712-3027 Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20 726-0201 Speed Nut, .3125 726-04012 Push-on Nut, .25...
  • Page 26 Models 650 & 652...
  • Page 27 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 17198A Retainer Gear Segment Plate 683-0002A Steel Pivot Bar, .625 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 710-0643 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.0 710-0726 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x .75 710-0805 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.5 710-1309 Machine Screw, 5/16-18 x .75...
  • Page 28 Models 650 & 652 * Attach the short end of spring to the notch in the rear of Ref. No. 2. Attach the long end to Ref. No. 1.
  • Page 29 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 17239C Seat Lift Bracket 17950A RH Pivot Support Bracket, Seat 17951A LH Pivot Support Bracket, Seat 710-0227 Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .50 710-0726 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x .75 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18...
  • Page 30 Models 650 & 652 † † † * Attach the ends of springs (Ref. 58 & Ref.59) Refer to E on Page 36 to the notch openings in the rear of Ref. 25.
  • Page 31 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17668A RH Axle Support Bracket 738-0322 Shoulder Bolt, .625 x .217 17669A LH Axle Support Bracket 747-04018A Deck Hanger Link 17962 Switch Plate 747-04040A Deck Disengagement Rod 683-04025 Lift Handle Assembly...
  • Page 32 Models 650 & 652...
  • Page 33 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 618-04034 Transmission, Single-speed 656-0059A Variable-speed Pulley, 4.75 683-04055 Torque Bracket 683-04056 Variable-speed Bracket 683-04057 Variable-speed Bracket 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 710-0606 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.5 710-0627 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 710-1260A Screw, 5/16-18 x .75...
  • Page 34 Models 650 & 652...
  • Page 35 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 732-0614 Ring, Wire 716-0231 Ring, E Type, .750 736-0336 Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .030* 736-0337 Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .040* 736-0349 Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .020* 736-0335 Washer, Thrust .635 x 1.26 x .06...
  • Page 36 Models 650 & 652 † For a proper IMPORTANT: working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. † † Refer to E on Page 30 REF.
  • Page 37 Models 650 & 652 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-1502 Screw, #8-18 x .375 751B213146 Casing Clamp 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 725-0157 Cable Tie 710-0726 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x .75 751-0535 Fuel Line Hose 710-1237 Screw, #10-32 x .625...
  • Page 38 Models 650 & 652...
  • Page 39 NOTES...
  • Page 40 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exported outside of the United States, its possessions United States, its possessions and territories.

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