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SECTION 6:  SETTING UP MOWER

Tools Required 

• Pair of Pliers 
• Funnel 
• Set of adjustable wrenches

Disconnecting Spark Plug

• Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and

ground it against the engine. If the engine is equipped with the optional rubber boot, attach the
boot to a bolt on the engine to ground. See Figure 2.

FIGURE 2  

Attaching Lower Handle

• Raise the rear of the mower deck and block securely. 
• Place the lower handle (pointed side down as shown in Figure 3) over the deck on one side and

align the holes on the deck with those on the handle. See Figure 3.

• Holding the lower handle in position with one hand, place the handle bracket next to the lower

handle, aligning the holes on the bracket with those on the handle as well as the deck.

• Insert two hex bolts through the handle bracket, and secure with two flange lock nuts on inside of

the  deck. See Figure 3.    

• Insert third hex bolt through the remaining hole at lower end of handle bracket and the middle hole

on the deck. See Figure 7 inset for details. Secure with flat washer between bracket and deck, and
a bell washer and hex nut from inside the deck. See Figure 3. Keep this finger-tight now.

• Secure the upper end of the handle bracket to the lower handle with a self-tapping screw included

in the hardware pack. See Figure 3. 

• Tighten the self-tapping screw securely. Tighten the bolt at the other end of the handle bracket that

was left finger tight earlier.  

• Attach the lower handle on the other side of the deck in the same way.  

FIGURE 3  

Spark Plug Wire

Rubber Boot 

Attach bracket

& handle here

Attach 
to deck

self-tapping 
screw here

Insert

Place lower
handle this 
way

Summary of Contents for 570 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: ...Finding Model Number 6 Unpacking 6 Hardware Pack 7 Setting Up Mower 8 Controls 13 Operation 14 Maintenance 15 Service Adjustments 16 Off Season Storage 17 Trouble Shooting Guide 19 Your Notes 20 Shro...

Page 3: ...ard you while you are walking If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind and then follow these steps Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms Be su...

Page 4: ...e or fuel container inside where there is an open flame or spark such as a gas water heater space heater or furnace Never run an engine inside a closed area To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of gr...

Page 5: ...E R E P R E S E N T I N G A 1 5 o 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...

Page 6: ...loose parts is given below It is recommended that you compare this list with the loose parts included in the carton and identify each part before starting to assemble the unit Cut along dotted lines a...

Page 7: ...Rear wheel to handle bracket Handle bracket to deck Chute to deck Handle bracket handle deck Cable to handle illustrated in half size Carriage Screw 2 1 4 20 x 1 0 Flat Washer 2 28 ID x 74 OD Lock Nu...

Page 8: ...racket with those on the handle as well as the deck Insert two hex bolts through the handle bracket and secure with two flange lock nuts on inside of the deck See Figure 3 Insert third hex bolt throug...

Page 9: ...he snap fitting on the cable The shaft inside this snap fitting fits into the middle hole on the inside of the left upper handle Position the snap fitting so that the shaft is aligned with the hole Pr...

Page 10: ...le flat against the upper handle The ends of the blade control handle will approximate two corresponding holes on the upper handle Locate these holes Insert the curved end of the blade control handle...

Page 11: ...e Slip the starter rope inside the rope guide as shown in the figure Tighten the hex lock nut FIGURE 9 Attaching Chute Deflector The chute deflector is shipped as loose part in the carton The necessar...

Page 12: ...washer on the axle bolt with the crown side towards the wheel See Figure 11 Insert the larger bell washer and the hex nut from inside the deck and tighten the bolt See Figure 11 Attach the other front...

Page 13: ...e 13 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repa...

Page 14: ...filling up the fuel tank Clean area around fuel cap Remove cap See Figure 14 Use a funnel to prevent spillage Pour approximately 1 5 quarts of fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline slowly to the fuel...

Page 15: ...wer cut Blade speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn The best mowing pattern is one that allows the clippings to discharge towards the uncut part of the lawn This permits recutting of t...

Page 16: ...two operating hours and every 25 operating hours thereafter Check the oil level before starting the engine every time Service foam filter in the air cleaner every 25 hours of use and replace the paper...

Page 17: ...a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while operator is on the mower Follow the original angle of grind as a guide Make sure that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grindi...

Page 18: ...30 days or more Store the mower in a clean dry area Mower Clean underside of the mower following instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual Inspect and sharpen or replace blade as require...

Page 19: ...fresh gasoline 3 Clear vent 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean air cleaner Refer to engine manual Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted 1 Fill crankcase with prop...

Page 20: ...20 Your Notes Date Comment...

Page 21: ...184 Screw Hardware 7510042823 Screw Part No 731 1402A 731 1694 731 1695 731 1934 Color Yellow Black Silver Charcoal Part No 7510143208 Color Black Part No 731 1585B Color Black Part No 731 1586B 731 1...

Page 22: ...22 SECTION 13 REPAIR PARTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 26 27 17 16 18 30 31 31 28 33 34 23 25 7 8 9 6 37 35 38 19 11 16 30 18 35 37 27 17 30 24 16 30 6 5...

Page 23: ...t 15 742 0640 Cutting Blade 16 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 17 710 3008 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 0 75 18 736 0331 Bell Washer 39 I D x 1 13 O D x 062 19 738 0533 Front Axle Bolt 20 710 0932 Carr Screw 1 4 20 x 1...

Page 24: ...Department of MTD PRODUCTS INC Transportation charges Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Units exported out of th...

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