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Customer Support

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of 

this machine, call an authorized dealer, see below.
Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call.  See previous section to locate this 

information.

In the U.S.A.: 
MTD LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. Phone: 1-877-282- 8684. 
In Canada: 
MTD Canada, 97 Kent Avenue, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1 Phone: 1-800-668-1238 or 
LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, Jean-Baptiste Deschamps, Lachine, Quebec H8T 1C5 Phone:  1-800-361-5770.

To The Owner

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Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 9

Controls & Features ................................................13

Operation ................................................................14

Maintenance  & Adjustment..................................16

Service .....................................................................18

Troubleshooting .....................................................19

Replacement Parts ................................................ 20

Warranty .................................................................21

Table of Contents

Record Product Information

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please 

locate the model plate on the equipment and record the 

information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the 

model plate by standing at the operating position and looking 

down at the rear of the machine.  This information will be 

necessary, should you seek technical support via our web site or 

with your local dealer.

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Thank you for purchasing your new equipment.  It was carefully 

engineered to provide excellent performance when properly 

operated and maintained. 
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the 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 time of printing.  Review 

this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, 

its features and operation.  Please be aware that this Operator’s 

Manual may cover a range of product specifications for 

various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or 

illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. 

The manufacturer reserves the right to change product 

specifications, designs and equipment without notice and 

without incurring obligation.
If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, 

phone your local service  dealer or contact us directly.  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.
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related 

issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, 

warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s 

Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your 

machine, for more information.

Thank You

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Страница 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 06854A 11 1 11 Self Propelled Mower Model Series VB20 ...

Страница 2: ...his entire manual prior to operating the 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 recen...

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

Страница 4: ...the engine is running Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by 26 the manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury When starting engine pull cord slowly until resistance 27 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 could result If situati...

Страница 5: ...r 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 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or 4 wear gloves and use extra caution when servici...

Страница 6: ...I 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 should be maintained in eff...

Страница 7: ...eet 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 caution on slopes Do no...

Страница 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...

Страница 9: ...ructions and features are equally applicable to the high wheel model as well 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 Remove any packing material which may be between 1 upper and lower handles Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts fro...

Страница 10: ...dle from engine and slip b starter rope into the rope guide See Fig 3 6 Tighten rope guide wing knob c Use cable tie s to secure cable s to lower handle d Grass Catcher If Equipped Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher if 1 needed Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling warning label will be on the outside Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is a at t...

Страница 11: ... will stop scalping of grass To remove grass catcher lift rear discharge door on the mower Lift grass catcher up and of the slots in the handle brackets Release rear discharge door to allow it to close rear opening of mower Side Discharge Chute If Equipped Your mower may be shipped as a mulcher To convert to side discharge make sure grass catcher if equipped is off of the unit and rear discharge d...

Страница 12: ...il provided before starting unit for the first time out 1 of the box Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the 2 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 running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition H...

Страница 13: ... Up Section Grass Catcher If Equipped The grass catcher located at the rear of the mower is used to bag the grass clippings for disposal at another site Once the bag is full it has to be removed from the mower and emptied before any further mowing Side Discharge Chute If Equipped Your mower is shipped as a mulcher To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead follow the instructions in the ...

Страница 14: ...rn to the off choke position after activating the blade control Therefore quickly move onto step four below Holding these two handles together firmly grasp recoil 4 starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid continuous full arm stroke See Fig 5 1 Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind slowly Repeat until engine cranks Let the rope rewind each time slowly Briggs Stratton E...

Страница 15: ... If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches mulching is not recommended Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead Using Grass Catcher You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are operating the mower Attach grass catcher following instructions in the 1 Assembly Set Up section Grass clippings will automatically collect in bag as you run mower Operate mowe...

Страница 16: ...ine causing a starting problem 3 Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool Do not spray with water IMPORTANT Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to bearings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability 4 Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground If you had put plastic under the ga...

Страница 17: ...MPORTANT After cleaning your deck restart the mower Keep the engine and blade running for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for engine 1 maintenance instructions Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine 2 manual packed with your unit Read and follow instructions carefully Under normal con...

Страница 18: ... store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rust proof the equipment Using a light oil or silicone coat the 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 ...

Страница 19: ...o engine manual 5 Put CHOKE in the OFF position 6 Engine overheats Engine oil level low 1 Air flow restricted 2 Fill crankcase with proper oil 1 Clean area around and on top of engine 2 Occasional skips hesitates at high speed Spark plug gap too close 1 Adjust gap to 030 Refer to engine manual 1 Idles poorly Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide 1 Dirty air cleaner 2 Reset gap to 030 or replace...

Страница 20: ...rge Chute WOP 731 07131 Discharge Chute Columbia 942 0741A Mulching Blade 764 04082A Grass Bag Black dust blocking 764 04085A Grass Bag WOP 954 04260 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 numbers ...

Страница 21: ...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 d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of Canada including possessions and territories f Replacement parts that are not ge...

Страница 22: ...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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