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.
Important Safe Operation Practices 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.
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven up or Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over, causing caution when changing direction on slopes.
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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.
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Do not modify engine complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades way. 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.
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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, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate Never carry passengers.
Assembly & Set-Up Assembly & Set-Up Tractor Set-Up NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the NOTE: specifications for various models. Characteristics and features the tractor. discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable Shipping Brace Removal to all models.
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Attaching The Steering Wheel Attaching The Seat If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come attached, the If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, follow hardware for attaching it has been packed within the steering the applicable instructions below to attach it.
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Mulch Plug (optional) Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels (if so equipped) Note: See the Attachments & Accessories section if you would Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably like information regarding adding a mulching system for your pavement, and proceed as follows model of tractor.
Controls and Features (optional) (optional) before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules and instructions may result in personal injury.
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Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the Start and, on some models, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will FAST CHOKE FAST SLOW...
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To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the Ignition Switch Module To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the headlights will be activated in the Normal (and Reverse Caution Modes).
Operation Operation Models with Reverse Caution Mode (Blade Engage) lever in Reverse. Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. Reverse Caution Mode (Models equipped with ignition switch module) Use extreme caution while operating look down and behind before and while backing.
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(indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven Starting the Engine in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged. Do not operate the tractor if the Always look down and behind before and while backing to interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was make sure no children are around.
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Driving The Tractor Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed normal operating procedures. and sudden stops. Driving On Slopes Do not leave the seat of the tractor (Blade Engage) lever in pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving you may operate the tractor safely. the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off Do not mow on inclines with a slope in and remove the key.
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NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the discharge chute to Mowing operate the mower with the mulch kit installed. To help avoid blade contact or a Never operate the mower without the thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, discharge chute properly attached. while it is in operation.
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Spark Plug The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications. key to prevent unintended starting.
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Battery Failures Deck Wash System™ Some common causes for battery failure are: as part of its Deck Wash System™, follow these instructions to Incorrect initial activation utilize this feature. Use the Deck Wash System™ to rinse grass clippings from the Freezing Undercharging Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near...
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Side to Side After cleaning your deck with the Deck Wash If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the Adjustments deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate...
Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Pre-cleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals...
Service Service Cutting Deck Removal On 38” Decks: Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor, locate the bow-tie pin that secures the NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler deck support rod on the rear left side of the deck. See Fig. pulley.
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On 42” & 46” Decks: Looking at the cutting deck from the Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the left side of the tractor, locate the deck support pin on the cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it. rear left side of the deck.
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Jump Starting Cutting Blades WARNING! WARNING! Never jump start a damaged or frozen Shut the engine off and remove battery. Be certain the vehicles do not touch, and ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch. sharpening or replacement.
Route the new belt as shown in and Fig. 7-9. Remount the belt guards removed earlier. For 42” & 46” Decks To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows: Remove the deck as instructed earlier in this section. Remove the belt covers by removing the hex washer screws that fasten them to the deck.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 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. Choke not activated. Faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.
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 Service Dealer or phone (800) 668-1238 for information regarding price and availability. Series 700 Lawn Tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. Model tiller or plow).
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.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2008 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mowers must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower.
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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 lawn mower has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.
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