MTD Yard Machines 080 Series Operator'S Manual Download Page 1

22” Rotary Mowers

Model Series

080 Thru 099

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

FORM NO. 

770-10342B.fm

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

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Summary of Contents for Yard Machines 080 Series

Page 1: ...and 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...

Page 2: ...an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by looking down at the rear of the deck A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial n...

Page 3: ...cochet back toward the operator 5 To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury stay in the operator zone behind the handles and keep children bystanders helpers and pets at least 75 feet from...

Page 4: ...pproaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower 5 Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burn...

Page 5: ...attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running 9 Grass catcher components discharge cover and trail shield are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving p...

Page 6: ...N T I N G A 1 5 S L O P E WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If...

Page 7: ...andle carriage bolts must be seated properly into the handle Tighten the wing nuts at the end of the lower handle to secure the handle to handle bracket assemblies See Figure 2 NOTE Your mower is ship...

Page 8: ...mower is equipped with the optional side discharge chute install it following these instructions Slide the hooks of the side discharge chute over the hinge pin on the mulching baffle Make sure that th...

Page 9: ...hute Cutting Height Adjustment Mulching Baffle Lever Mulching Plug Discharge Chute Towards Better Mower Performance 1 Pour fresh clean gasoline into the mower s gas tank until the tank is full Do not...

Page 10: ...equire a narrower cut For a healthier lawn never cut off more than one third of the total length of the grass Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth This mower is designed to b...

Page 11: ...must maintain the lawn mower as instructed in this manual Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly...

Page 12: ...season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush Keep the cooling system blower housing area clean to permit proper air...

Page 13: ...blade control handle 2 Connect wire to spark plug 3 Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 4 Clean fuel line 5 Clean adjust gap or replace 6 Wait a few minutes to restart but do not prime Engine runs err...

Page 14: ...14 Models 080 thru 099 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6 10 12 13 15 24 27 10 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 11 16 39 37 40 38 41 35 34 14 17 25 18 19 21 22 23 42 43 17 43 42 21 18 19 23 44 44...

Page 15: ...Pivot Arm 22 738 1173 Shoulder Screw 23 736 0741 Bell Washer 760 ID x 1 25 OD 24 734 1987 Rear Wheel 8 x 1 8 25 710 0514 Hex Cap Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 26 712 0431 Flange Lock Nut 3 8 16 27 736 0270 Bell...

Page 16: ...ty on these items b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such a...

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