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Troubleshooting

Problem

Cause

Remedy

Engine Fails to start

1. Blade control disengaged.

2. Spark plug boot disconnected.

3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

4. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer).

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Engine flooded.

8. Fuel valve (if equipped) closed.

9. Engine not choked (if equipped with choke).

10. Burnt fuse. (Electric Start only)

1. Engage blade control.

2. Connect wire to spark boot.

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation

section.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Clean fuel line.

7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not

prime.

8. Open fuel valve. See engine manual.

9. Choke engine. See engine manual.

10. Replace fuse (see Service Section).

Engine runs erratic

1. Spark plug boot loose.

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

3. Vent in gas cap plugged.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Unit running with CHOKE (if equipped)

applied.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug boot.

2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh

gasoline.

3. Clear vent.

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Refer to engine manual.

6. Push CHOKE knob in.

Engine overheats

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Air flow restricted.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Clean area around and on top of engine.

Occasional skips

(hesitates) at

high speed

1. Spark plug gap too close.

1. Adjust gap to .030”.

Idles poorly

1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

1. Reset gap to .030” or replace spark plug.

2. Refer to engine manual.

Excessive Vibration

1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

2. Bent cutting blade.

1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.

2. See an authorized service dealer.

Mower will not

mulch grass

1. Wet grass.

2. Excessively high grass.

3. Dull blade.

1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until

later to cut.

2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then

mow again at desired height or make a

narrower cutting path.

3. Sharpen or replace blade.

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Summary of Contents for D SERIES

Page 1: ... INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OPERATOR S MANUAL LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE 2955 JEAN BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS LACHINE QUEBEC H8T 1C5 MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 769 07771 12 20 11 Self Propelled Mower Model Series DXX ...

Page 2: ...he equipment It instructs you how to safely and easily set up operate and maintain your machine Please be sure that you and any other persons who will operate the machine carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the...

Page 3: ...anders helpers and pets at least 75 feet from mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters area 9 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 10 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Shirts and pants ...

Page 4: ...ight adjustment while the engine is running 26 Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury 27 When starting engine pull cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly Rapid retraction of starter cord kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains c...

Page 5: ...t frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked worn Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture s O E M blade only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use ext...

Page 6: ...ndary Air Injection SAI and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped Spark Arrestor Warning This machine 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 shoul...

Page 7: ...njury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately DANGER BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are around DANGER HAND FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts DANGER THROWN DEBRIS Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction Wear safety glasses DANGER SLOPES Use extra c...

Page 8: ...ect See Figure 1 and Figure 2 4 Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above 1 5 d a s h e d l i n e Slope Gauge Figure 2 Figure 1 15 Slope 15 Slope WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tip over and roll over accidents which can result in severe inju...

Page 9: ... unless otherwise noted Assembly NOTE This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower Handle 1 Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles a Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from handle as shown in Fig 3 1 Do not loosen or remove adjacent hex head scr...

Page 10: ... and carriage bolts removed earlier into lower holes of handle as shown in Fig 3 5 4 The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope guide See Fig 3 6 a Hold blade control against upper handle b Slowly pull starter rope handle from engine and slip starter rope into the rope guide See Fig 3 6 c Tighten rope guide wing knob d Use cable tie...

Page 11: ... height adjustment teeth b Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame See Fig 3 7 2 Follow steps below to attach grass catcher a Lift rear discharge door b Place grass catcher into the slots in the handle brackets as shown in Fig 3 8 Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher To remove grass catcher lift rear discharge door on the mower Lift grass catcher up and ...

Page 12: ... separate engine owner s manual for additional engine information 1 Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of the box 2 Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate engine owner s manual WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or run...

Page 13: ...gs from the deck s underside Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit Release it to stop engine and blade WARNING This blade control is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Drive Controls The drive controls are located on top of the upper handle and are used to engage the drive...

Page 14: ...Mower Be sure lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others 1 Once the engine is running and while continuing to hold the blade control down squeeze either or both drive controls against the upper handle to propel mower Se...

Page 15: ...ll grass bag is full 2 Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop 3 Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower to remove the bag Dispose of the grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete NOTE Make sure to clean any excess grass from around the rear opening of the mower especially between the transmission...

Page 16: ... require no lubrication However if the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light automotive oil 3 The transmission is pre lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubrication 4 Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication Deck Care Clean underside o...

Page 17: ... may be equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING 1 Push the mower to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough for your garden hose to reach caution Make certain the mower s discharge chute is directed ...

Page 18: ...he equipment especially cables and all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks especially if you strike a foreign object Replace when necessary Follow the steps below for blade s...

Page 19: ... air cleaner 6 Unit running with CHOKE if equipped applied 1 Connect and tighten spark plug boot 2 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 3 Clear vent 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Refer to engine manual 6 Push CHOKE knob in Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Clean area around and on top of engine Occasional sk...

Page 20: ...1 Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement 2 Stop engine disconnect spark plug boot and clean out debris 3 Inspect and replace belt 4 Adjust drive control See Assembly Set up section 5 Push unit forward a few inches before pulling back See Operation section High pullback effort 1 Pulling mower backwards before transmission disengages 1 Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without ...

Page 21: ...B Z 934 04666 Wheel Rear 11 x 2 BB S 731 07486 Discharge Chute 731 07131 Discharge Chute w clip 942 0741A Mulching Blade 964 04097B Grass Bag Black dust blocking 954 04282 Belt If Equipped NOTE Download a complete Parts Manual refer to customer support on page 2 Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready Refer to page 2 for more information regarding locating your model and serial n...

Page 22: ...rranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions The Powermore engine is not excluded under this agreement b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubrican...

Page 23: ...E RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS SERVICE DEALERS Belts light bulbs clutch parts friction wheels grass bags tires seats rider deck wheels and cutting blades are covered by a 60 day limited warranty Batteries are warranted against defect for 90 days at 100 of their value and 50 of their value for the period between the 91st day and the 120th day Fuses shear bolts and blade adapters are considered consumab...

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