Page 1: ...ing 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...
Page 2: ...dealer MTD LLC YaRD MaN I P o ox o CLEVELAND OH 44136 vwwv yardman com 338 228 4683 888 888 7318 Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please doNOTretum theunit to t...
Page 3: ...sonal injury Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discha...
Page 4: ...mbankments you could lose your footing or balance 2 Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping Children Tragi...
Page 5: ...ifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 5 Keep all nuts bolts and...
Page 6: ...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 operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult...
Page 7: ...3 Lift upper handle Figure 1 Raise the lower handle in the direction shown in Figure 1 step 2 till it snaps into place Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in Figure 1 step 3 Tighten the win...
Page 8: ...tic channels on bag over frame All of the plastic channels except the center top of the bag attach from the outside of bag The center top of the bag attaches from inside the bag See Figure 5 _ll ARNIN...
Page 9: ...airs on it StarterRope The starter rope is attached to the handle Stand behind the unit and pull the starter rope to start the unit BladeControlHandle The blade control handle is located on the upper...
Page 10: ...Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind slowly NOTE See page 23 of this manual for more detailed instructions on starting the engine ToStopEngine Release the blade control handle...
Page 11: ...engine manufacturer s manual at the end of this manual for a detailed list and instructions Change engine oil regularly as instructed in the engine manual Check oil level before starting engine every...
Page 12: ...de pulley assembly to the unit lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil Also lubricate the bolt hole and the hex bolt Insert the hex bolt earlier remov...
Page 13: ...ide and sliding it around the transmission pulley Put the mower down with all four wheels firmly placed on one level Tighten the screw loosened earlier to secure the belt tension spring to the transmi...
Page 14: ...If any adjustments are made to the engine e g carburetor while the engine is running keep clear of all moving parts Be careful of heated surfaces like the muffler SECTION 8 OFF SEASON STORAGE Prepare...
Page 15: ...fill tank with fresh gasoline 3 Clear vent 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean air cleaner Refer to engine manual 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Clean lawn mower engine 1 Adjust gapt...
Page 16: ...22 _ 15_ 25 _6 67 34 _57 51 IMPORTANT For a proper working machine use Factory Approved Parts V BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V Belt can be dangerou...
Page 17: ...apter w Pulley 21 Mulching Blade Blade Belt Support Pivot Plate Assembly Not shown in illustration Ref No 44 45 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 75 76 77 78 79 8...
Page 18: ...s manual should be considered a permanent part of the engine and should remain with the engine when it is sold All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced without our prior writt...
Page 19: ...shock do not touch spark plug plug cap or spark plug lead during engine running To avoid a serious burn do not touch a hot engine or muffler The engine becomes hot during operation Before you service...
Page 20: ...ls This Owner s Manual contains those maintenance recommendations for your engine Those items identified by the Periodic Maintenance Chart are necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable standa...
Page 21: ...NGINE MAINTENANCE i_ 1 CHECK OIL LEVEL 2 CHECK CLEAN AIR CLEANER 3 CLEAN FINS SCREEN 4 CHANGE OIL OIL FILTER REFERTO OWNER S MANUALFORFURTHER INFORMATION EngineSerial Number The engine serial number i...
Page 22: ...or sparks this includes any appliance with a pilot light Never fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the filler neck If the tank is overfilled heat may cause the fuel to expand and overflow throu...
Page 23: ...DO NOT attempt to start the engine when the brake control lever on the equipment is released from your hands this may cause damage to the recoil starter or pad system of the engine DO NOT pull the rec...
Page 24: ...HOURS EVERY 200 HOURS EVERY 300 HOURS Periodic Maintenance Chart NOTE The service intervals indicated are to be used as a guide Service should be performed more frequently as necessary by operating co...
Page 25: ...eels and on level ground RefillingFresh0il Remove dipstick and refill with new oil See FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS chapter NOTE If you followed the second method of draining oil the dipstick is alrea...
Page 26: ...Fasteners CAUTION After servicing the air cleaner be sure all the removed parts are reinstalled properly in place Failure to secure fastening of the air cleaner case with the air cleaner body may caus...
Page 27: ...from spark plug to prevent accidental starting the engine Empty the fuel from the fuel tank with a pump or siphon Fit the plug cap on the spark plug securely Start and run the engine at idle speed to...
Page 28: ...ly 4 Tighten properly 1 Fill fuel tank 2 Clean 3 Clean 4 1 1 Slowly pull the recoil starter grip with spark plug removed to discharge excess fuel clean spark plug 2 Clean 3 1 4 Change Gasoline 5 Chang...
Page 29: ...Kawasaki small off road engine dealer located within the United States of America Any manufacturer approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on e...
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Page 32: ...ck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e f g MTD does not extend any warranty for pr...
