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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR

GDOC-100167 REV. A

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with 

respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United 

States and/or its territories and possessions, and 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

 and 

Attachments

 as described below) against defects in material and 

workmanship for a period of one (1) year 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. 

This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been 

operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual 

furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, 

abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, 

alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other 

peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or 

use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD 

for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your 

warranty as to any resulting damage.

Normal Wear Parts

 are warranted to be free from defects in material 

and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of 

purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items 

such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags, 

wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction 

wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.

Attachments

 — MTD warrants attachments for this product against 

defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, 

commencing on the date of the attachment’s original purchase or 

lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:  

grass collectors and mulch kits.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE:

 Warranty service is available, WITH 

PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service dealer. 

To locate the dealer in your area:

In the U.S.A.

Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at P.O. Box 361131, 

Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-220-

4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.

In Canada

Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, or call 

1-800-668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does 

not

 provide coverage in the following 

cases:
a. 

Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate 

one- year warranty.

b. 

Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade 

sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, 

deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior 

finish due to use or exposure.

c. 

Service completed by someone other than an authorized 

service dealer.

d. 

MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or 

exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and 

their respective possessions and territories, except those sold 

through MTD’s authorized channels of export distribution.

e. 

Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.

f. 

Transportation charges and service calls.

g. 

MTD does not warrant this product for commercial use.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of 

merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies 

after the applicable period of express written warranty above 

as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty, 

whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given 

by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with 

respect to any product, shall bind MTD. During the period of 

the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of 

the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole 

and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall not 

be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage 

including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute 

or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to 

temporarily replace a warranted product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental 

or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied 

warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply 

to you.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount 

of the purchase price of the product sold. 

Alteration of safety 

features of the product shall void this warranty.

 You assume the 

risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property 

and/or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or 

inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the 

original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a 

gift.

HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: 

 This limited 

warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have 

other rights which vary from state to state.

IMPORTANT: 

 Owner may be required to present proof of purchase 

to obtain warranty coverage.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-220-4683 

MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238

Summary of Contents for 19A30014OEM

Page 1: ... Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty 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 Operator s Manual Twin Bagger 19A30014OEM Form No 769 08547A April 30 2014 ...

Page 2: ...ectly MTD s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position Thank You Customer Support Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our C...

Page 3: ...rn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting 11 Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire ...

Page 4: ...t mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in 3 Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 4 Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes 5 Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding General Service 1 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain t...

Page 5: ...t 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 0 d a s h e d l i n e Slope Gauge Figure 2 Figure 1 10 Slope 10 Slope WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tip over and roll over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Do not operate machine on...

Page 6: ...ake sure everything is present Carton contents are listed below and shown in Figure 3 1 Two Grass Bag Assemblies Grass Catcher Hood Chute Tube Bag Support Assembly Mounting Bracket Counter Weight Counter Weight Mounting Bracket One Hardware Pack Detailed Pictured on the next page Figure 3 1 ...

Page 7: ...ped with a hardware pack enclosed Please check your hardware packs against Figure 3 2 The quantities for each item is listed in parenthesis and the part number is listed below Hardware Pack 683 05147 4 2 2 4 4 2 1 712 04063 712 04150 736 0159 720 04061 710 0378 710 0572 710 1260A Figure 3 2 ...

Page 8: ...stall the grass bag mounting assembly onto the bagger mounting bracket by lowering it down 1 and fitting the assembly into the slot provided in the mounting bracket See the Inset in Figure 4 3 4 Secure the grass bag mounting assembly to the bagger mounting bracket using the attachment knob 720 04061 found in the hardware pack 683 05147 See 2 in Figure 4 3 1 2 Figure 4 3 5 Remove the protective cap...

Page 9: ... Step 10 8 Insert the chute tube through the grass catcher hood in the opening provided It is easiest to feed the end of the tube into the opening with the chute tube flipped upside down then rotating right side once inserted into the hood See Figure 4 6 Figure 4 6 9 Mount the bagger chute tube to the deck of the tractor by lowering the chute tube over the mounting bolts in the mowing deck as show...

Page 10: ...9 flat washers and two 712 04063 flange lock nuts from hardware pack 683 05147 See Figure 4 8 Figure 4 8 2 If present remove the bumper from the tractor Note Some tractors come equipped with a bumper installed The bumper may be retained for later use in case in which the bagger is removed Figure 4 9 3 Secure the weight bar assembly to the tractor using two 710 0378 hex bolts two 736 0159 flat wash...

Page 11: ...der to empty the grass bags Figure 5 1 2 Remove the grass bags by lifting up the rear side of the bag and moving the bags away from the bag support assembly 3 Empty the grass clippings at a proper disposal site Holding the bag firmly turn upside down and empty the contents 4 To reinstall the grass bags insert the leading edge onto the bagger mount assembly 1 in Figure 5 2 and pivot the grass bag r...

Page 12: ...5 4 1 1 3 2 12 8 14 9 16 18 16 9 11 10 7 6 13 15 17 12 19A30014OEM Parts List 6 ...

Page 13: ... Screw 5 16 18 2 50 7 710 0572 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 2 50 8 710 1260A Hex Head Screw 5 16 18 750 9 712 04063 Flange Lock Nut 5 16 18 10 712 04150 Flange Lock Nut 1 2 13 11 720 04061 Knob 3 8 16 875 12 926 0100 Push Cap 3 8 Rod 13 731 09227 Weight 14 731 09351 Chute Tube 15 735 0246A Plug End 16 936 0159 Flat Washer 349 x 879 x 063 17 764 04148A Grass Catcher Hood 18 783 08135 0637 Weight Mounting ...

Page 14: ...Notes 7 14 ...

Page 15: ...15 Section 7 Notes ...

Page 16: ...plitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer d MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold o...

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