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Children

1.  Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not 

alert to the presence of children. Children are often 

attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. 

They do not understand the dangers. Never assume 

that children will remain where you last saw them.

    a.  Keep children out of the mowing area and in  

   

watchful care of a responsible adult other than  

   

the operator. 

    b.  Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters  

   

the area. 

    c.  Before and while backing, look behind and  

   

down for small children. 

    d.  Never carry children, even with the blade(s)  

   

shut off. They may fall off and be seriously  

   

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

    e.  Use extreme care when approaching blind  

   

corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other  

   

objects that may block your vision of a child  

   

who may run into the machine.

    f. 

To avoid back-over accidents, always 

disengage the cutting blade(s) before 

shifting into Reverse. If equipped, the 

“Reverse Caution Mode” should not be 

used when children or others are around.

    g.  Keep children away from hot or running  

   

engines. They can suffer burns from a hot  

   

muffler. 

    h.  Remove key when machine is unattended to  

   

prevent unauthorized operation.

2.  Never allow children under 14 years old to  operate 

the machine. Children 14 years old and over should 

read and understand the operation instructions and 

safety rules in this manual and should be trained and 

supervised by a parent.

Operation

Safe Handling of Gasoline:

1. 

T

o avoid personal injury or property damage use 

extreme care in handling gasoline. 

Gasoline is 

extremely flammable and the vapors are explo-

sive.

 Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline 

is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.  

Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

    a.  Use only an approved gasoline container.
    b.  Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a  

   

truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always  

   

place containers on the ground away from  

   

your vehicle before filling.

    c.  When practical, remove gas-powered    

   

equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it  

   

on the ground. If this is not possible, then  

   

refuel such equipment on a trailer with a  

   

portable container, rather than from a gasoline  

   

dispenser nozzle.

    d.  Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of  

   

the fuel tank or container opening at all  

   

times until fueling is complete. Do not use a  

   

nozzle lock-open device.

    e.  Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and  

   

other sources of ignition.

    f.  Never fuel machine indoors.
    g.  Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the  

   

engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool  

   

at least two minutes before refueling.

    h.  Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more  

   

than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to  

   

allow space for fuel expansion.

    i.  Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
    j.  If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine  

   

and equipment. Move unit to another area.  

   

Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. 

    k.  To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of  

   

grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean  

   

up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel  

   

soaked debris.

    l.  Never store the machine or fuel container  

   

inside where there is an open flame, spark  

   

or pilot light as on a water heater, space  

   

heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas  

   

appliances. 

    m.  Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes 

   

before storing.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this 
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can 
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. 
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Safe  

Operation 

Practices

This symbol points 
out important safety 
instructions which, if 
not followed, could 
endanger the personal 
safety and/or property 
of yourself and others. 
Read and follow all 
instructions in this man-
ual before attempting to 
operate this machine. 
Failure to comply with 
these instructions 
may result in personal 
injury. When you see 
this symbol,

 HEED ITS 

WARNING.

Your  

Responsibility

Restrict the use 
of this power machine 
to persons who read, 
understand 
and follow the warnings 
and instructions 
in this manual and on 
the machine. 

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and 
birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Страница 1: ...INTED IN U S A P O Box 1386 KITCHENER ONT N2G 4J1 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Safety Set Up Operation Adjustments Maintenance Troubleshooting Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL 769 02796 1 9 07 ...

Страница 2: ...sembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 1 Visit www mtdcanada ca for many useful suggestions click on Customer Support button 2 Call a Customer Support Representative at 1 800 668 1238 3 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards t...

Страница 3: ... and you could slip resulting in serious injury Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes Operate WALK BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes never up and down slopes Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree or a corner of a building or a fence post F o l d a l o n g d o t t e d l i n e r e p r e s e n t s a 1 5 s l o p e 15 Use this page as a guide to determi...

Страница 4: ...iler with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle d Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or runnin...

Страница 5: ... shifting into reverse Back up slowly Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back over accident 19 Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed 20 Disengage blade s set parking brake stop engine and wait until the blade s come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any g...

Страница 6: ... and gradually downhill if possible 2 Do not 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 6 Do not shift to neutral and...

Страница 7: ...r proper operation regularly 9 After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating 10 Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running 11 Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear a...

Страница 8: ... the black plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable heavy black wire to the negative battery terminal with the bolt and nut Make certain the retaining rod is in position over the battery securing it in place See Figure 3 1 NOTE If the battery is put into service after the date shown on the battery charge the battery as instructed in the Maintaining ...

Страница 9: ... grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and dis carded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Fail ure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and or...

Страница 10: ...nstructions below Standard Adjustment Seat 1 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket Figure 3 4 2 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat s base 3 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the two hex screws remov...

Страница 11: ... to the cutting deck This will allow the clippings to discharge out of the discharge opening during operation See Figure 3 7 Tire Pressure WARNING Maximum tire pres sure under any circumstances is 30 psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The tires on your unit may be over inflated for shipping purposes Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor Recommended operating ...

Страница 12: ...manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position If so equipped NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position NOTE This Opera tors Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to al...

Страница 13: ...witch Module WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended start ing To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired To stop the engine tu...

Страница 14: ...lock the seat in place Refer to the Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor section of this manual for more detailed instructions on all seat adjustments Systems Indicator Monitor If Equipped LCD Located in the center of the tractor s console the systems indicator monitor records and displays on its LCD hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position The Indicator Moni...

Страница 15: ...g or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever is in the disengaged OFF position The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake Models with Manual PTO Blade Engage The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON posit...

Страница 16: ...VERSE 0USH UTTON 2EVERSE AUTION ODE 0OSITION NDICATOR IGHT Figure 4 5 WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND W...

Страница 17: ...e parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition key off and remove the key 1 Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up 2 Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position IMPORTANT Do NOT use the drive pedal to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before pivoting the dri...

Страница 18: ...ically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the shift lever in position for reverse travel with the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position Refer to Safety Interlock Switches earlier in this section Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your applica tion Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in th...

Страница 19: ...o mow lawns NOT clear brush Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to Cutting Blades in the Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor section of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions Mulching If Equipped Select models come equipped with a mulch kit which incorporates special blades already standard on the tractor in a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly ben...

Страница 20: ...x nuts See Fig 5 1 4 Tighten the inner hex nuts front against the front hanger bracket to raise the front of the deck loosen the hex nuts to lower the front of the deck NOTE Models with a 42 inch deck have only ONE jam nut washer and lock nut 5 Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex nuts when proper adjustment is achieved Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a ...

Страница 21: ... bottom of the seat Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the two screws Refer to the Set Up section 5 WARNING Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor Before operating this machine make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop Figure 5 3 NOTE Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the fron...

Страница 22: ...ed with your unit Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining 6 Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit IMPORTANT Refer to the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner if so equippe...

Страница 23: ...ith the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse 10 Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the OFF position 11 Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor s engine off and engage the parking brake 12 Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your decks surface 13 Repeat steps 4 ...

Страница 24: ...the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When reinstalling the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine s alternating system Charging If the tractor has n...

Страница 25: ...that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Figure 6 5 4 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle IMPORTANT If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened to within 1 5 8 from the edge or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with ne...

Страница 26: ...on key discon nect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before remov ing the belt s Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt Figure 6 7 5 Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including the deck idler pulleys and the electric PTO clutch units...

Страница 27: ...gure 6 9 This Operators Manual covers 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 MTD LLC reserves the right to change product speci fications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation ...

Страница 28: ...uel container indoors where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Attachments Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible with 600 series Lawn Tractors See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor an authorized Service Dealer for information regarding price and availability NOTE This tract...

Страница 29: ... follow all instructions in this manual before at tempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine R R S30296 MAX 20 S30 44 ...

Страница 30: ... cartridge element or clean pre cleaner if so equipped 1 Unit running with CHOKE applied 2 Spark plug wire s loose 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 4 Vent in gas cap plugged 5 Water or dirt in fuel system 6 Dirty air cleaner Engine overheats 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flo...

Страница 31: ...ines the battery will not hold a charge MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will replace the battery at no charge to the original purchaser Additional Limited Thirty Day Warranty on Battery if equipped After ninety 90 days but within one hundred twenty 120 days from the date of purchase MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will replace the defective battery for the original purchaser for a cost of one half of the current retail...

Страница 32: ...e Kohler Twin Cylinder 746 1086 Discharge Chute Assembly 931 1032B NOTE Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www mtdcanada ca or phone 800 668 1238 to purchase a Parts Manual Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready These can be found on the model plate located under the seat Refer to page 2 for more information regarding locating your model and serial numbers Replac...

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