MTD Yardman Lawn Tractor Manual

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Shift=On-The=Go'" Lawn Tractor -- Models 760=779iMPORTANT

READ SAFETY RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATIONWarning: Thisunit isequippedwithan internalcombustionengineandshouldnotbeusedon or nearany unimprovedorest-covered,brush-coveredor grass-coveredandunlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemisequippedwitha sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if anIf a sparkarresterisused,it shouldbemaintainedineffectiveworkingorderby theoperator.In theStateof Californiatheaboveis requiredbyla(Section4442of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode).Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.Federallawsapplyon federallands.A sparkarresfor the mufflerisavailablethroughyournearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contacttheservicedepartment,RO.Box361131ClevelandOhio44136-0019.

PRINTEDIN U.S.A. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019FORMNO.769-01

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This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor, it will help you assembleprepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says

Table of ContentsSlope Gauge ........................................................ 3Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4Setting UpYour Lawn Tractor ............................ 8Operating Your Lawn Tractor ........................... 12Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor ............................ 20

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor ........................Off-Season Storage / Attachments .................Safety Labels ....................................................Trouble Shooting ..............................................Warranty .............................................. Back Pa

Finding and Recording Model NumberBEFOREYOUSTARTASSEMBLING YOURNEW EQUIPMENT,

please locate the model plateon the equipment and copy theinformationto the sample model plate providedto the right.You

can locate the model plate by lookingbeneath the seat.This informationwill be necessary to use the manufacturer'swebsite and/or obtainassistance from the Customer Support Depart-

ment or an authorizedservice dealer.

Model Number

www.mtdprod ucts.corn

Serial Number

MTD LLCP.O. BOX 361131CLEVELAND, OH 4413330=220=4683800=800=731

Customer SupportPlease do IVOTreturn the unit to the retailer from which it was

purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.Ifyou have difficulty assemblingthis product or have anyquestions regardingthe controls, operation,or maintenanceof thisunit, you can seek help from the experts.Choosefrom the options below:1. Visit www.mtdproducts.com.2. Phonea Customer Support Representative at 1 (800) 800-7310.3. The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all engine-relatedissues with regardsto performance, power-rating,specific

tions, warranty and service. Pleasereferto the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's Manual,packed separatelywityour unit.

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Operation

WARNINGThissymbol pointsout importantsafetyinstructionswhich, ifnotfollowed, could

i endangerthe personalsafetyand/or propertyofyourself and others.

I Readand follow alli instructionsinthis man-i ual beforeattempting toi operatethis machine.

Failureto complywiththese instructionsmayresultin personal injury.

i Whenyou see thissymbol.

i HEED ITS WARNING

Youri Responsibility

Restrictthe useof this power machine

I to personswho read,understand

and followthe warningsand instructionsinthis manual

WARNING: EngineExhaust,some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle compnents contain or emit chemicals knownto State of Californiato cause cancer anbirth defects or other reproductiveharm.

DANGER: This machinewas builtto be operatedaccordingto the rules for safe operation in thismanual. As with any type of power equipment,carelessnessor error on the part of the operator cresult in serious injury.This machine iscapable of amputatinghands andfeet andthrowing objecFailureto observe the followingsafety instructionscould resultin serious injury or death.

Children1. Tragicaccidentscanoccurif theoperatoris notalerttothepresenceofchildren.Childrenareoftenattractedto themachineand the mowingactivity.

Theydonotunderstandhedangers.Neverassumethatchildrenwill remainwhereyoulastsawthem.a. Keepchildrenoutof themowingareaandinwatchfulcareof a responsibleadultother thantheoperator.b. Bealertandturnmachineoff ifa childenters

thearea.c. Beforeandwhilebacking,lookbehindanddownforsmallchildren.d. Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththe blade(s)shutoff.Theymayfalloffandbeseriouslyinjuredor interferewithsafemachineoperation.e. Useextremecarewhenapproachingblindcorners,doorways,shrubs,treesorotherobjectsthat mayblockyourvisionof achildwhomayrun intothemachine.f. Toavoid back-over accidents, alwaysdisengagethe cuttingblade(s) beforeshiftingintoReverse.Ifequipped,the

"Reverse CautionMode"shouldnotbeused whenchildrenor others are around.g. Keepchildrenawayfromhotor runningengines.Theycan sufferburnsfroma hotmuffler.h. Removekeywhenmachineis unattendedtopreventunauthorizedoperation.

2. Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsoldto operatethemachine.Children14yearsoldandovershouldreadand understandheoperationinstructionsndsafetyrulesinthis manualandshouldbetrainedandsupervisedbya parent.

OperationSafe Handling of Gasoline:1. Toavoid personalinjuryor propertydamageextremecareinhandlinggasoline.Gasolineiextremely flammableand the vapors areexplosive. Seriouspersonalinjurycan occurwhengasisspilledonyourselfor yourclotheswhichcan igWashyourskinandchangeclothesimmediatel

a. Useonlyanapprovedgasolinecontainer.b. Neverfill containersinsideavehicleor onatruckor trailerbedwitha plasticliner.Alwaplacecontainersonthe groundawayfromyourvehiclebeforefilling.c. Whenpractical,removegas-poweredequipmentfromthe truckor trailerand ref

onthe ground.If this isnotpossible,thenrefuelsuchequipmenton a trailerwithaportablecontainer,ratherthanfroma gasodispensernozzle.d. Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththerimofthe fueltankor containeropeningatalltimesuntilfueling iscomplete.Donotuseanozzlelock-opendevice.e. Extinguishallcigarettes,cigars,pipesandothersourcesof ignition.f. Neverfuel machineindoors.g. Neverremovegas cap oraddfuelwhileth

engineishotor running.Allowenginetocoat leasttwominutesbeforerefueling.h. Neveroverfillfuel tank.Fill tanktonomorthan1/2nchbelowbottomof filler necktoallowspacefor fuelexpansion.

i. Replacegasolinecapandtightensecurelj. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off theengineandequipment.Moveunit to anotherareaWait5 minutesbeforestartingtheengine.k. Toreducefirehazards,keepmachinefreegrass,leaves,orotherdebris build-up.Cleupoil or fuelspillageand removeanyfuelsoakeddebris.I. Neverstorethe machineorfuel container

insidewherethereis anopen flame,sparkorpilotlightas on a waterheater,spaceheater,furnace,clothesdryerorother gasappliances.m. Allowa machinetocool at leastfiveminutbeforestoring.

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GeneralOperation:1. Read,understand,andfollowall instructionsonthe

machineandin the manual(s)beforeattemptingtoassembleandoperate.Keepthismanualina safeplacefor futureandregularreferenceandfor orderingreplacementparts.2. Befamiliarwith allcontrolsandtheirproperoperation.Knowhowtostopthe machineanddisengagethemquickly.3, Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsold tooperate

this machine.Children14yearsoldandovershouldreadandunderstandthe operationinstructionsandsafety rulesinthis manualandshouldbetrainedandsupervisedby a parent.4. Neverallowadultsto operatethis machinewithoutproperinstruction.5. Tohelpavoidbladecontactora thrownobjectinjury,keepbystanders,helpers,childrenand petsat least75feet fromthe machinewhileit is inoperation.Stop

machineifanyoneentersthearea.6. Thoroughlyinspecttheareawheretheequipmentis tobe used.Removeall stones,sticks,wire,bones,toys,andotherforeignobjectswhichcouldbe pickedup

andthrownbytheblade(s).Thrownobjectscancauseseriouspersonalinjury.7. Planyourmowingpatterntoavoiddischargeofmaterialtowardroads,sidewalks,bystandersandthelike.Also,avoiddischargingmaterialagainstawall or

obstructionwhichmaycausedischargedmaterialtoricochetbacktowardthe operator.8. Alwayswearsafetyglassesor safetygogglesduringoperationandwhile performingan adjustmentorrepairto protectyoureyes.Thrownobjectswhichricochetcancauseseriousinjuryto theeyes.9. Wearsturdy,rough-soledworkshoesandclose-fittingslacksandshirts.Loosefittingclothesandjewelry

canbecaught inmovableparts.Neveroperatethismachinein barefeetor sandals.10.Beawareof the mowerandattachmentdischargedirectionanddo notpointitat anyone.Donotoperatethemowerwithoutthe dischargecoverorentiregrasscatcherin itsproperplace.11.Donot put handsor feetnearrotatingpartsor underthecuttingdeck.Contactwiththe blade(s)canamputatehandsandfeet.12.A missingor damageddischargecovercan causebladecontactorthrownobjectinjuries.13.Stop the blade(s)whencrossinggraveldrives,walks,or roadsandwhilenotcuttinggrass.

14.Watchfor trafficwhenoperatingnearor crossingroadways.Thismachineis not intendedforuseonanypublicroadway.15.Do notoperatethe machinewhileundertheinflu-

enceof alcoholordrugs.16.Mowonly in daylightor goodartificiallight.17.Nevercarrypassengers.18.Disengageblade(s)beforeshiftinginto reverse.Backup slowly.Alwayslookdownandbehindbeforeandwhilebackingtoavoida back-overaccident.19.Slowdownbeforeturning.Operatethe machinesmoothly.Avoiderraticoperationandexcessivespeed.20.Disengageblade(s),setparkingbrake,stopengineandwaituntiltheblade(s)cometo a completestopbeforeremovinggrasscatcher,emptyinggrass,uncloggingchute,removingany grassor debris,ormakinganyadjustments.21.Neverleavea runningmachineunattended.Always

turnoff blade(s),placetransmissionn neutral,setparkingbrake,stopengineand removekeybeforedismounting.22.Useextracare whenloadingorunloadingthe

machineintoa traileror truck.Thisunit shouldnotbedrivenupor downramp(s),becausethe unitcouldtip over,causingseriouspersonalinjury.Theunitmustbepushedmanuallyon ramp(s)to loadorunloadproperly.23.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcan causeaburn.Donottouch.24.Checkoverheadclearancescarefullybeforedrivingunderlowhangingtreebranches,wires,dooropen-ingsetc.,wheretheoperatormaybestruckor pulledfromthe unit,whichcouldresultinseriousinjury.25.Disengageallattachmentclutches,depressthebrakepedalcompletelyandshift into neutralbefore

attemptingto startengine.26.Yourmachineisdesignedto cutnormalresidentialgrassof a heightno morethan10".Do notattempttomowthroughunusuallytall,dry grass(e.g.,pasture)or pilesofdryleaves.Drygrassor leavesmaycontacttheengineexhaustand/orbuildup onthemowerdeckpresentinga potentialfirehazard.27.Useonlyaccessoriesandattachmentsapprovedforthismachinebythe machinemanufacturer.Read,understandandfollowall instructionsprovidedwith

the approvedaccessoryor attachment.28.Dataindicatesthat operators,age60 yearsandabove,are involvedin a largepercentageof ridingmower-relatednjuries.Theseoperatorsshould

evaluatetheirabilityto operatethe ridingmowersafelyenoughto protectthemselvesandothersfromseriousinjury.29.If situationsoccurwhicharenot coveredinthismanual,usecareandgoodjudgment.Contactyourcustomerservicerepresentativeorassistance.

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WARNINGThis symbol pointsout importantsafeinstructionswhich,not followed,couldendanger the perssafety and/or propofyourself and othReadand followalinstructions inthisual beforeattemptoperate this machFailureto comply wthese instructionsresult in personal iWhenyou see thissymbol.HEED ITS WARNI

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Operation

This symbol pointsout important safetyinstructionswhich, ifnotfollowed, couldendangerthe personal

i safety and/or propertyof yourself and others.Read and follow all=nstructionsn this man-ualbeforeattempting to

I operate this machine.I Failureto comply withi these instructions mayi resultin personal injury.Whenyou see thissymbol.HEED ITS WARNING

YourResponsibility

Restrictthe useof this power machineto personswho read,

understandand followthe warn=ngsand instructions

in this manual

Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto lossof controlandtip-overaccidentswhichcan resultin severeinjuryordeath.All slopesrequireextracaution.If youcannotbackup theslopeor if youfeeluneasyonit, do notmowit.Foryoursafety,usetheslopegaugeincludedaspartofthismanualto measureslopesbeforeoperatingthisunitona slopedor hillyarea. Iftheslopeisgreaterthan 15degreesasshownon theslopegauge,do notoperatethisunit onthatareaor seriousinjurycouldresult.DO:1. Mowupanddownslopes,notacross.Exerciseextremecautionwhenchangingdirectiononslopes.2. Watchforholes,ruts,bumps,rocks,orotherhiddenobjects.Uneventerraincouldoverturnthe machine.Tallgrasscanhideobstacles.3. Useslowspeed.Choosea lowenoughspeedsettingso thatyouwillnot haveto stopor shiftwhileonthe slope.Tiresmaylosetractiononslopeseventhoughthebrakesarefunctioningproperly.Alwayskeepmachineingearwhengoingdownslopesto

takeadvantageof enginebrakingaction.4. Followthemanufacturer'srecommendationsorwheelweightsorcounterweightsto improvestability.

5. Useextracarewithgrasscatchersorotherat-tachments.Thesecanchangethe stabilityof themachine.6. Keepall movementon theslopesslowand gradual.Do notmakesuddenchangesin speedor direction.Rapidengagementor brakingcouldcausethe front

of themachineto liftand rapidlyflipoverbackwardswhichcouldcauseseriousinjury.7. Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope.If tireslosetraction,disengagethe blade(s)and proceedslowly

straightdowntheslope.

Do Not:1. Do notturnon slopesunlessnecessary;then,tuslowlyand graduallydownhill,if possible.2. Donotmowneardrop-offs,ditchesor embankmThemowercouldsuddenlyturnoverif awheelistheedgeof a cliff,ditch,or if an edgecavesin.3. Donottry tostabilizethemachineby puttingyouontheground.4. Donotusea grasscatcheronsteepslopes.5. Donotmowonwetgrass.Reducedtractioncoulcausesliding.6. Do notshifttoneutralandcoastdownhill.Over-singmay causethe operatorto losecontrolof themachineresultingin seriousinjuryor death.7. Do nottow heavypullbehindattachments(e.g.lodumpcart,lawnroller,etc.)on slopesgreatertha

5 degrees.Whengoingdownhill,the extraweigtendsto pushthe tractorandmaycauseyouto locontrol.(e.g. tractormayspeedup, brakingandsingabilityarereduced,attachmentmayjack-knifcausetractortooverturn).Towing:1. Towonlywitha machinethathasa hitchdesignetowing.Donot attachtowedequipmentexceptathitchpoint.2. Followthemanufacturersecommendationor welimitsfor towedequipmentandtowingon slopes3. Neverallowchildrenor othersin oron towedequment.4. Onslopes,theweightof the towedequipmentmacauselossof tractionandlossof control.5. Travelslowlyandallowextradistancetostop.6. Donotshiftto neutralandcoastdownhill.

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Service1. Neverrunanengineindoorsor ina poorlyventilatedarea. Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,anodorless,anddeadlygas.2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertain

theblade(s)andall movingpartshavestopped.Disconnectthe sparkplugwireand groundagainsttheengineto preventunintendedstarting.3. Periodicallychecktomakesurethe bladescometo

completestopwithinapproximately(5) fivesecondsafteroperatingthe bladedisengagementcontrol.Ifthebladesdo notstopwithinthethis timeframe,yourunitshouldbe servicedprofessionallyby anauthorizedMTDServiceDealer.4. Checkbrakeoperationfrequentlyas it is subjectedtowearduring normaloperation.Adjustand serviceasrequired.5. Checktheblade(s)andenginemountingboltsatfrequentintervalsor propertightness.Also,visuallyinspectblade(s)for damage(e.g.,excessivewear,bent,cracked). Replacetheblade(s)withtheoriginalequipmentmanufacturer's(O.E.M.)blade(s)only,listed inthis manual."Useof partswhichdonotmeet

the originalequipmentspecificationsmayleadtoimproperperformanceandcompromisesafety "6. Mowerbladesaresharp.Wrapthebladeor weargloves,anduseextracautionwhenservicingthem.7. Keepallnuts,bolts,andscrewstightto besuretheequipmentis insafeworkingcondition.8. Nevertamperwiththe safety interlocksystemor othersafetydevices.Checktheir properoperationregularly.9. Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stoptheengine,disconnectthesparkplugwire(s)andgroundagainstthe engine.Thoroughlyinspectthe machinefor anydamage.Repairthe damagebeforestartingandoperating.

10.Neverattempttomakeadjustmentsor repairstothemachinewhilethe engine isrunning.11.Grasscatchercomponentsandthe dischargecoveraresubjectto wearanddamagewhichcouldexposemovingpartsor allowobjectstobethrown.Forsafetyprotection,requentlycheckcomponentsandreplaceimmediatelywithoriginalequipmentmanufacturer's(O.E.M.)partsonly,listedin thismanual."Useof partswhichdo notmeetthe originalequipmentspecificationsmay leadto improper

performanceandcompromisesafety "12.Donotchangethe enginegovernorsettingsorover-speedhe engine.Thegovernorcontrolsthemaximumsafeoperatingspeedof the engine.13.Maintainor replacesafetyandinstructionlabels,asnecessary.14.Observeproperdisposallawsand regulationsorgas,oil,etc. toprotecttheenvironment.

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This symbol pointsout importantsafeinstructionswhichnot followed,couldendangerthe perssafetyand/or propof yourself and othRead andfollow ainstructionsin thisual beforeattemptoperatethis machFailureto complywthese instructionsresult in personal iWhen you see thissymbol.HEED iTS WARN

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Use extreme carehenhandlinggaso nelasolineextremely flammableand the vapors areexplosive: Never fuelmachine indoorsor while the engine

is hot or running:Extinguish cigarettes,cigars;ipes,ndother sOurceS ofignition:

NOTE: This OperatorsManual Coversa rangeof prOduCtSpecifications

for various models.Characteristicsandfeatures disCussedand/or illustrated

this manual may not beIapplicable to all modelslMTD LLC reservestheright tOchange productspecifiCationsldesigns

and equipmentwithoutnotice andwithout incur-ting oblieation ,,

Rubber Boot

Figure 3-1

NOTE:ThisOperatorsManualcoversa rangeof prospecificationsor variousmodels.Characteristicsanturesdiscussedand/orillustratedinthis manualmabeapplicabletoall models.MTDLLCreservesthe rto changeproductspecifications,designsandequipwithoutnoticeandwithoutincurringobligation.Attaching the Battery CablesNOTE:Somemodelsareshippedwiththe batterycaalreadyconnected.NOTE:Thepositivebatteryterminalis markedPos.Thenegativebatteryterminalis markedNeg.(-). Thepositivecable(heavyredwire)is securedto

positivebatteryterminal(+)witha hexboltandhenutat thefactory.Makecertainthatthe rubberbocoversthe terminaltohelpprotectit fromcorrosi

Removethehex boltand hexnut fromthe negatcable.Removetheblackplasticcover,ifpresent,fromthnegativebatteryterminalandattachthe negativecable(heavyblackwire)to thenegativebatteryterminal(-) withtheboltandnut.

NOTE:Ifthe batteryis putintoserviceafterthedateshownontop/sideof battery,chargethe batteryasinstructedin the MaintainingYourLawnTractorsectthismanualpriortooperatingthe tractor.Gas and Oil Fill-upThegasolinetankis locatedunderthehoodandhascapacityof 1-1/2gallons.Donotoverfill.

_ WARNING:Useextremecare whenandling gasoline. Gasoline is extremflammableand thevapors are explosivNeverfuel machine indoors or while thengine is hot or running. Extinguish crettes, cigars, pipes, and other sourceignition.

Servicetheenginewithgasolineandoil as instructethe separateEngineOperator/OwnerManualpackeyourtractor.Readinstructionscarefully.IMPORTANT:Yourtractorisshippedwith motoroil iengine.However,youMUSTchecktheoil levelbefooperating.Becarefulnotto overfill.Shipping Brace Removal

WARNING:Makesure the riding moweengine is off, removetheignition key,set the parking brake before removingshipping brace.

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Locatethe shippingbrace,if present,andaccompany-ing warningtagfoundon therightsideof themower,betweenthedischargechuteand thecuttingdeck.See Fig.3-2.Whileholdingthe dischargechutewithyourleft hand,removetheshippingbracewithyour righthandbygraspingit betweenyour thumbandindexfingerandrotatingit clockwise.

WARNING:Theshipping brace, usedfor packaging purposes only, mustberemoved and discarded before operatingyour riding mower.WARNING:Themowing deck is capableof throwing objects. Failure to operatetheriding mower without the discharge coverin the proper operating position couldresult in serious personal injury and/orproperty damage.

Attaching The Steering Wheelifthesteeringwheelforyour tractordid notcomeattached,the hardwareforattachingit hasbeenpackedwithinthe steeringwheel,beneaththe steeringwheelcap.Carefullypry offthe steeringwheelcapand removethehardware.1. With the wheels of the tractor pointingstraight

forward, placethesteeringwheeloverthesteeringshaft.2. Placethewasher(withthecuppedsidedown)over

thesteeringshaftandsecurewiththehexbolt.SeeFig.3-3.

3. Placethesteeringwheelcapoverthecenterofthesteeringwheelandpushdownwarduntilit "clicks"intoplace.

Attaching the Hood Scoop(if so equipped)Ifthehoodscoopwasnot securedto the hoodofyourtractorat thefactory,youwillfind it ina plasticbag,hangingfromthethrottlelever.To install:1. Carefullypivotthetractor hoodforward.2. Removethefourscrewsfromtheundersideof the

hoodscoop.. Lineup thefourholesin thehoodscoopwiththefour

holes visiblethroughthe tractor'shoodIouvres.SeeFigure3-4.

4. Whileholdingthe scoopin place,usea 3/8" socketwrench(or boxwrench)tocarefullytightenthescoopontothe hood.

Do NOTovertighten.

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WARNINGMake sure the ridimower's engine isoff, remove the igtion key, and set tparking brake befremoving the shipbrace.The shipping bracused for packaginpurposes only, mube removed anddiscarded beforeoperatingyour ridmower.The mowing deckcapable of throwinobjects. Failure tooperate the ridingmower without thedischarge cover inthe properoperatinposition could resin serious personinjury and/or propdamage.

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the seat isengaged intheseatstop;tandbehindhemachineand backnseatuntil fully engagedinto stopli

NOTE: Forshipping rea-sons seats are eitherfastenedtothe tractorseat's pivot bracketwitha plastiCie,ormountedbackwardtothe pivotbracketl either case;freethe seatformits

shipping position and

applicable instructions

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Attaching The SeatSeatstylesvarybytractormodelandtherearethreedifferentstylesavailable:

StandardAdjustment QuickAdjustment& KnobAdjustment

If theseatfor yourtractorwasnotattachedat the farefertoFig.3-5, Fig.3-6, andFig.3-7to identifyyoutractor'sseatstyle andfollowtheapplicableinstructbelowtoattachit.NOTE:Forshippingreasons,seatsareeitherfastento the tractorseat'spivotbracketwitha plastictie,ormountedbackwardtothe pivotbracket.Ineithercasfreetheseatformitsshippingpositionand removettwohex screws(or knobs,onmodelssoequipped)fthebottomd seatbeforeproceedingwithapplicablinstructionsbelow.Standard Adjustment Seat1. Positiontheshoulderscrews(foundonthe base

seat)insidetheslotopeningsin theseatpivotbrFig.3-5.

2. Slidetheseatslightlyrearwardintheseatpivotbracket,liningupthe rearslots inthe pivotbrackwiththe remainingtwo holesinthe seat'sbase.

3. Selectdesiredpositionfortheseat,andsecurewthetwohex screwsremovedearlier.SeeFig.3-5

Quick Adjustment SeatNOTE:ifyour seatwas shippedmountedbackwardtheseatpivotbracket,pulloutthe tabfoundonthe sstopandhold itopenwhileslidingthe seatoff thesepivotbracket.SeeFig.3-6.1. Lineup theplasticseatspacerswiththe slotsin spivotbracket.2. Slideseatinuntilfrontseatspacerengagesthes

stop.SeeFig.3-6.

bi_ makesurestop,WARNINGstandehindthemachine and putheseat is engaged in theefre operating thismachback on seat until fully engaged into s

Knob Adjustment Seat1. Positiontheshoulderscrews(foundonthe base

seat)insidetheslotopeningsin theseatpivotbrFig.3-7.2. Slidetheseatslightlyrearwardintheseatpivotbracket,liningupthe rearslots inthe pivotbrackwiththe remainingtwo holesinthe seat'sbase.

3. Selectdesiredpositionfortheseat,andsecurewthe twoknobsremovedearlier.See Fig.3-7.

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identifying the lVluich PlugOn tractormodelssoequipped,amulchplugcan befoundwithinthecuttingdeck'sdischargeopening.NOTE:Referto Mulching in the"OperatingYourLawnTractor"sectionof thismanualformoredetailedinforma-tion.Ifyou'dprefertooperatethe cuttingdeckwithoutmulch-ing, simplyremovethemulchplugby unthreadingtheplasticwingnutwhichfastensit to thecuttingdeck.Thiswillallowtheclippingsto dischargeoutof thedischargeopeningduringoperation.SeeFig.3-8.Tire Pressure

,_ WARNING:Maximum tire pressure underny circumstances is 30psL Equal tirepressure should be maintained at all times.Thetiresonyourunitmaybeover-inflatedorshippingpurposes.Reducethetire pressurebeforeoperatingthe tractor.Recommendedoperatingtire pressureisapproximately10p.s.ifor thereartires& 14p.s.i,for thefronttires.Checksidewallof tireformaximump.s.i.

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WARNINGMaximum tire pressure under anycircumstances is3psi, Equal tire preshould be maintainat all times,

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NOTE:For shippinsons, seats are eitfastenedtothe tracSeats pivot brackea plastic tie, or moubackwardto the pi

brackeL In eithercfreethe seat formshipping positionaremovethe two hescrews(or knobs;omodels soequippefrom the bottom of

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NOTE:Anyreferenceinthismanualo theRIGHTor LEFTsideofthetractorsobservedfromoperator'sosition.

NOTE:Forshippingea-sons,seatsareeitherfastenedothetractorseat'spivotbracketwithaplasticie,ormountedbackwardothepivotbracket.neithercasefreetheseatormitsshippingpositionandremovehetwohexscrewsorknobs,onmodelssoequipped)fromthebottomofseatbeforeproceedingithapplicablenstructions.

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A SpeedControlLever/ParkingBrake E ThrottleControlLeverB Clutch-BrakePedal F IgnitionSwitchModuleC ShiftLever G DeckLiftLeverD ChokeControl1- H PTO(BladeEngage)Lever

NOTE:Anyreferencein thismanualto theRIGHTor LEFTside of the tractoris observedfromoperator'sposition

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Throttle Control LeverThethrottlecontrol levers locatedon the rightside ofthetractor'sdash panel.Thislevercontrolsthe speedof theengineand,on somemodels,whenpushedallthewayforward,thechokecontrolalso.Whenset inagivenposition,thethrottlewill maintaina uniformenginespeed.SeeFig.4-2.iMPORTANT:Whenoperatingthetractorwith the cuttingdeckengaged,becertainthatthe throttleleverisalwaysinthe FAST(rabbit)position.Choke ControlOnsomemodels,movingthethrottleleverallthewayforwardactivatestheengine'schokecontrol.Onall othermodels,thechokecontrolcanbefoundonthe leftside of thedashpaneland isactivatedbypullingtheknoboutward.Activatingthechokecontrolclosesthe chokeplateonthe carburetorandaidsinstartingtheengine.Referto Starting The Engineonpage16of thismanualfordetailedstartinginstructions.Ignition SwitchThe ignitionwitchisactivatedto starttheengine,insertkey intothe ignitionswitchandturnclockwiseto theSTARTposition.Releasethe key intotheON positiononceenginehasfired.SeeFig.4-3A.ignition Switch Module (If SoEquipped)Tostart theengine,inserthekey intothe ignitionwitchandturnclockwiseto the STARTposition.Releasethekey intotheNORMALMOWINGMODEpositiononcetheenginehasfired.Tostopthe engine,turn theignitionkeycounterclockwiseto theOFFposition.SeeFig.4-3B.

WARNING:Neverleavea running machineunattended.Always disengagePTO,moveshift lever into neutral position, set park-ing brake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting.

iMPORTANT:Priorto operatingthetractor,referto bothSafetyinterlock Switches on page14and StartingTheEngine onpage16of thismanualfordetailedinstructionsegardinghe ignitionSwitchModuleandoperatingthe tractorinREVERSECAUTIONMODE.Deck Lift LeverFoundon yourtractor'srightfender,thedecklift leverisusedtochangetheheightof thecuttingdeck.Touse,movethe leverto theleft,thenplacein thenotchbestsuitedforyourapplication.

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Start

StopPosition StartPositionFigure 4-3

Parking BrakeTo setthe parkingbrake,fullydepressthedutch-brakepedal.Movethe speedcontrolleverall thewaydownandintothe parkingbrakeposition.Releasethe clutch-brakepedaltoallowtheparkingbraketoengage.To releasetheparkingbrake,depresstheclutch-brakepedalandmovethespeedcontrolleveroutof thenotchesto thedesiredposition.Releasethespeedcontrol leverandthe clutch-brakepedal.

_ever leave a runmachine unattendAlways disengagePTO, move shift lnto neutral positiset parking brakeengine andremovto prevent unintenstarting:

MPORTANPrior_o0tractorrefe toboSafety InterlockSwitches onpag14. and starting T:EnginenpagdetailedinstraCtregardingheIgnSwitch Moduleanoperatingthe tracREVERSECAUTODEi

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WARNINGDooctop rato

tractor if the interlock

ing: This system wassafetyodproteot oo,

NOTE: Theparkingbrakemustbesetiftheoperator leavesthe seatwith theenginening or the enginewiautomatiCallyshut ofLNOTE: The PTO (BladeEngage)levermustbeinthe disengaged (PTOOFF) positionwhenstarting the engine:IMPORTANTNever force the shiftlever:Do ngso mayresultin seriousdamage to the tractorls

transmissionl

FRRWARD

NUETRAL

REVERSE_Figure 4-4

NOTE:Theparkingbrakemustbeset if theoperatorleavestheseatwiththe enginerunningor theenginewillautomaticallyshutoff.Clutch-Brake PedalTheclutch-brakepedalis locatedonthe left sideofthe lawntractor,alongthe runningboard.Depresstheclutch-brakepedalpartwaydownwhenslowingthetractorbychangingspeeds(Referto SpeedControlLever).Depressthepedalall thewaydownto engagethedisc brakeand bringthe tractorto a completestop.NOTE:Thepedalmustbedepressedto starttheengine.Referto SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page14.Shift LeverTheshiftleverislocatedon theleftsideof thefenderandhasthree positions,FORWARD,NEUTRALandREVERSE.Thebrakepedalmustbedepressedandthetractor mustnotbe inmotionwhenthe movingshiftlever.SeeFig.4-4.IMPORTANT:Neverforcethe shiftlever.Doingso mayresult inseriousdamagetothe tractor'stransmission.Speed Control LeverThe speedcontrollever,locatedonthe leftsideof thetractor'sdashconsole,allowsyouto regulatethegroundspeedof the lawntractor.Touse,depressthe clutch-brakepedalandmovetheleveroutof theparkingbrakenotchandforwardto increasethetractor'sgroundspeed.Whenadesiredspeedhasbeenreached,releasethe leverintoan appropriatenotchto maintainthatspeed.Toslowthetractor'sgroundspeed,depressthe clutch-brakepedalandmovethe speedcontrolleverrearwardandreleaseit intoa notch.

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NOTE:Lawntractorsvaryby modelandareavailableeithera 6- or7-speedcontrollever.PTO (Blade Engage) LeverFoundon the tractor'srightfender,thePTO(bladeengage)leveris usedtoengagepowerto thecuttingdeckorother(separatelyavailable)attachments.Tooperate,movethe leverall thewayforward.Movingthe leverall thewayrearwardintothePTOOFFpositiondisengagespowertothe cuttingdeck/attachment.NOTE:ThePTO(bladeengage)levermustbe inthe disengaged(PTOOFF)positionwhenstartingtheengine.

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Safety Interlock SwitchesThistractorisequippedwitha safetyinterlocksystemfor theprotectionof theoperator,if the interlockysteshouldevermalfunction,donot operatethetractor.ContactanauthorizedMTDservicedealer.

Thesafetyinterlocksystempreventstheenginefromcrankingor startingunlesstheparkingbrakeiengaged,andthe PTO(BladeEngage)leveris inthdisengaged(OFF)position.

* Theenginewillautomaticallyshutoff if theoperatoleavestheseatbeforeengagingthe parkingbrake

* Theenginewillautomaticallyshutoffif theoperatoleavesthetractor'sseatwiththe PTO(BladeEngaleverin the engaged(ON) position,regardlessofwhetherthe parkingbrakeisengaged.

* Theenginewillautomaticallyshutoffif theoperatoengagesthePTOwiththe parkingbrakeON.

Models without Reverse Caution Mode,, Theenginewill automaticallyshutoff if thePTO(B

Engage)leveris movedintotheengaged(ON)poswiththe shiftleverin Reverse.Models with Reverse Caution Mode* Withthe ignitioney in theNORMALMOWINGpo

tion,theenginewillautomaticallyshutoff if thePT(BladeEngage)leverismovedintotheengaged(Opositionwiththe shiftleverinReverse.

_ ARNING: Donot operate the tractor ifnterlock system is malfunctioning. Thissystem wasdesigned for your safety anprotection.

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Reverse Caution ModeModels equipped with ignition switchmodule)

_il= ARNING:Useextremecaution whileperating the tractor in the REVERSECAUTIONMODE.Always look down andbehind before and while backing. Donotoperate thetractor when childrenor others arearound. Stop the tractorimmediately if someone enters thearea.

The REVERSECAUTIONMODEpositionof the keyswitchmoduleallowsthetractorto be operatedinreversewiththe blades(PTO)engaged.IMPORTANT:Mowingin reverseis notrecommended,Tousethe REVERSECAUTIONMODE:IMPORTANT:TheoperatorMUSTbe seatedinthetractorseat.1, Starttheengineas instructedon page16under

Starting The Engine.2. TurnthekeyfromtheNORMALMOWING(Green)positionto the REVERSECAUTIONMODE(Yellow)

positionofthe keyswitchmodule. SeeFig.4-5.3. Depressthe REVERSEPUSHBUTTON(Orange,

TriangularButton)at the top,rightcornerof thekeyswitchmodule.Theredindicatorightat thetop,leftcornerof thekeyswitchmodulewillbe ONwhileactivated.SeeFig.4-5.

4. Onceactivated(indicatorlightON),thetractorcanbedrivenin reversewiththe cuttingblades(PTO)engaged.

5. Alwayslookdownand behindbeforeandwhilebackingtomakesureno childrenarearound.

6. Afterresumingforwardmotion,returnthe keyto theNORMALMOWINGposition.

IMPORTANT:The REVERSECAUTIONMODEwillremainactivateduntil:

a. Thekeyis placedineitherthe NORMALMOWINGpositionor STOPposition.

b. Theoperatorengagesthe parkingbrakebyfullydepressingtheclutch-brakepedalandholdingitdownwhilemovingthe speedcontrolleverintothePARKBRAKEposition.

IndicatorLightStopPosition

Reverse. PushButtonReverseCautionModePosition

StartPosition

Figure 4-5To releasethe parkingbrake:1. Depresstheclutch-brakepedalandmovethespeed

controlleverout of theparkingbrakepositionandintoa desiredspeed.

Setting the Cutting Height1. Selectthe heightpositionof thecuttingdeckbyplac-ingthedecklift leverinanyof thesixdifferentcuttingheightnotcheson therightsideof thefender.

2. Adjustthedeckwheels,ifequipped,sothat theyarebetween1A-inchand V2-inchabovethe groundwhenthetractorisona smooth,flatsurfacesuchas adriveway.

d_ltlb WARNING Keephands and feet away fromhe discharge opening of the cutting deck.NOTE:On modelssoequipped,thedeckwheelsareananti-scalpfeatureof thedeckandarenotdesignedtosupporttheweightof thecuttingdeck.Referto Levelingthe Deckon page20 of thismanualformoredetailedinstructionsegardingvariousdeckadjustments.

Engaging the Parking BrakeToengagethe parkingbrake:1. Fullydepresstheclutch-brakepedalandhold it down

withyourfoot.2. Movethespeedcontrolleverallthewaydownand

intotheparkingbrakeposition.3. Releasetheclutch-brakepedaltoallowtheparking

braketoengage.

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Use extreme cauwhile operatingthe tractor in theREVERSE CAUTMODE.Always lodown and behindbefore and whilebacking. Do notate the tractor wchildren or otherare around. Stoptractor immediatsomeone entersarea.

Keep hands andfeet away from thdischarge openinthe cutting deck.

Do not operatethe tractor if theinterlocksystemmalfunctioning.system was desfor your safety aprotection.


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WARNINGif you strike a foreignobject, stop the engine,disconnect the sparkplugwire(s) andground against theengine.Thoroughlyinspectthe machine forany damage. Repair thedamage before restart-ingand operating.Avoid sudden starts,ex-cessivespeed andsudden stops.Do not leave the seatof the tractor withoutfirst placingthe PTO(Blade Engage)lever inthe disengaged (OFF)position, depressingthe brake pedal andengagingthe parkingbrake. If leaving thetractor unattended, alsoturn the ignitionkeyoffand remove the key.Always look downand behind beforeand while backingupto avoid a back-over

Starting the Engine_ ARNING:Donot operate the tractor ifhe interlock system is malfunctioning.Thissystem wasdesigned for your safety

andprotection.NOTE:RefertotheTRACTORSET=UPon page8 ofthismanualforGasolineandOil fill-upinstructions.1. Insertthe tractorkey intotheignitionswitch.2. PlacethePTO(BladeEngage)leverinthedisen-

gaged(OFF)position.3. Engagethetractor'sparkingbrake.4. Activatethechokecontrol.5. Turnthe ignitionkeyclockwiseto theSTARTposi-

tion.Aftertheenginestarts,releasethekey.Itwillreturnto theON(or NormalMowing)position.

IMPORTANT:DoNOTholdthekeyin theSTARTpositionfor longerthantensecondsat a time.Doingsomaycausedamagetoyourengine'selectricstarter.6. Aftertheenginestarts,deactivatethechokecontrol

andplacethe throttlecontrolin the FASTposition.NOTE:Do NOTleavethechokecontrolonwhile operat-ingthe tractor.Doingsowill resultina "rich"fuelmixtureandcausetheengineto runpoorly.Stopping the Engine

_ ARNING: If you strike a foreign object,top the engine, disconnect the sparkplug wire(s) and ground against theengine. Thoroughly inspect themachinefor any damage. Repairthe damagebeforerestarting and operating

1. If thebladesareengaged,placethePTO(BladeEngage)leverin the disengaged(OFF)position.

2. Turnthe ignitionkeycounterclockwiseo theSTOPposition.

3. Removethe keyfromthe ignitionswitchtopreventunintendedstarting.

Driving The Tractor_ WARNING:Avoid sudden starts, ex-ces-ive speed and sudden stops.

WARNING:Donot leave the seat of thetractor without first placing the PTO(Blade Engage) lever in thedisengaged(OFF)position, depressing thebrakepedal and engaging the parking brake. Ifleaving the tractor unattended, also turnthe ignition key off and remove the key.Always look downand behind beforeandwhile backing up to avoid a back-overaccident.

WA IAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

GO UPAND DOWNSLOPES,NOT ACROSS.AVOIDSUDDENTURNS.DO NOTOPERATETHEUNITWHEREIT COULDSLIPOR TIF MACHINESTOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOPBLADE(S)ANDBACKDOWNHILLSLOWLY.DO NOTMOWWHEN CHILDRENOROTHERSAREAROUNNEVERCARRYCHILDREN,EVENWITHBLADESOFRLOOK DOWNANDBEHIND BEFOREANDWHILEBACKINGKEEP SAFETYDEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,AND SWITCHIN PLACEANDWORKING.REMOVEOBJECTSTHATCOULDBE THROWNBYTHEBLADE(S).KNOWLOCATIONAND FUNCTIONOFALL CONTROLS.BE SUREBLADE(S)AND ENGINEARE STOPPEDBEFOREPLACINGHANDSOR FEETNEAR BLADE(S).BEFORELEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,DISENGAGEBLADE(S), PLACETHE SHIFTLEVERIN NEUTRAL,ENGAGBRAKE LOCK, SHUTENGINEOFFAND REMOVEKEY.

READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

1. Depressthe brakepedalto releasethe parkingbraandletthe pedalup.

2. Movethe throttleleverintothe FAST(rabbit)positi3. Placetheshiftleverineitherthe FORWARDor

REVERSEposition.IMPORTANT:Do NOTusethe shiftleverto changethdirectionoftravelwhenthetractoris in motion.Alwayuse thebrakepedalto bringthetractortoa completesbeforeshifting.4. Releasetheparkingbrakebydepressingtheclutch

brakepedaland positioninghe speedcontrollevedesiredposition.

IMPORTANT:First-timeoperatorsshoulduse speedptions 1or2. Becomecompletelyfamiliarwiththe tractoperationandcontrolsbeforeoperatingthetractorinhigherspeedpositions.

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6.Releaseclutch-brakepedalslowlyto put unitintomotion.Thelawntractorisbroughttoa stopby depressingclutch-brakepedal.

NOTE:Whenoperatingthe unitinitially,therewillbe lidifferencebetweenthe highesttwo speedsuntilafter tbeltshaveseatedthemselvesntothepulleysduringthbreak-inperiod.

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WARNING:Before leavingthe operator'spositionfor any reason,disengage theblades,place theshift lever in neutral,engagetheparking brake, shut engine offand remove the key.

iMPORTANT:Whenstoppingthe tractorfor any reasonwhileona grasssurface,always:1. Placetheshiftleverin neutral,2. Engagetheparkingbrake,3. Shutengineoff andremovethekey.Doingsowillminimizethepossibilityof havingyourlawn"browned"byhot exhaustfromyourtractor'srunningengine.If unit stalls with speedcontrolin highspeed,or ifunitwillnotoperatewith speedcontrol leverina lowspeedposition,proceedasfollows:1. Placeshift leverin NEUTRAL.2. Restartengine.3. Placespeedcontrolleverinhighestspeedposition.4. Releaseclutch-brakepedalfully.5. Depressclutch-brakepedal.6. Placespeedcontrolleverindesiredposition.7. Placeshift leverin eitherFORWARDor REVERSE,

andfollownormaloperatingprocedures.

Engaging the BladesEngaginghe PTO(BladeEngage)transferspowerto thecuttingdeckor other(separatelyavailable)attachments.Toengagetheblades, proceedas follows:1. Movethe throttlecontrol leverto theFAST(rabbit)

position.2. Graspthe PTO(BladeEngage)leverandpivotit all

thewayforwardintotheengaged(ON)position.3. Keepthe throttleleverintheFAST(rabbit)positionforthemostefficientuseof thecuttingdeckor other

(separatelyavailable)attachments.iMPORTANT:ModelswithReverseCaution Mode:Theenginewill automaticallyshutoff if thePTOisengagedwiththe shiftleverinpositionfor reversetravelwiththeignitionkey in the NORMALMOWINGposition.Modelswithout ReverseCaution Mode:ThePTO(BladeEngage)levermustbe inthe disen-gaged(OFF)positionwhenstartingthe engine,whentravelingin reverse,and if theoperatorleavestheseat.RefertoSafetyInterlockSwitchesonpage14.Using the Deck Lift LeverToraisethecuttingdeck,movethe decklift levertotheleft, thenplaceitin thenotchbestsuitedfor yourapplication.RefertoSettingTheCuttingHeightearlierinthissection.

Driving On SlopesReferto theSLOPEGAUGEon page3 to helpdetermineslopeswhereyoumayoperatethe tractorsafely.

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WARNING:Donot mow on inclines withaslope inexcessof 15degrees (arise ofapproximately 2-1/2 feet every 10feet). Thetractor could overturn and cause seriousinjury.

Mowupanddownslopes,NEVERacross,Exerciseextremecautionwhenchangingdirectiononslopes,Watchforholes, ruts,bumps,rocks,or otherhiddenobjects.Uneventerraincouldoverturnthemachine,Tallgrasscanhideobstacles.Avoidturnswhendrivingona slope.Ifa turn mustbemade,turndowntheslope.Turningup a slopegreatlyincreasesthechanceof a rollover,Avoidstoppingwhendrivingupa slope, if it isnecessarytostopwhiledrivingupa slope,startupsmoothlyandcarefullyto reducethepossibilityofflippingthe tractoroverbackward.

WARNINDo not mow oninclineswith a sin excess of 15degrees (a riseapproximately 2feet every 10 feeThe tractor couloverturn and caserious injury.

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Your LawnTracto

WARNINGTohelp avoidbladecontact or a thrown

object injury, keepbystanders, helpers,children and pets atleast 75 feet from themachinewhile it is inoperation.Stop ma=chine if anyone entersthe area.Planyour mowingpattern to avoiddischarge of mated-DiStoward roads,sidewalks, bystandersand the like. Also,avoid dischargingmaterial against a wallor obstructionwhichmay cause dischargedmaterial to ricochetback toward theoperator.

Mowing_ ARNING:Tohelp avoid blade contact orthrown objectinjury, keep bystanders,helpers, children and pets at least 75feet

from the machine while it is in operation.Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.

Thefollowinginformationill behelpfulwhenusingthecuttingdeckwithyourtractor:

_ WARNING:Planyour mowingpatterno avoid discharge ofmaterials towardroads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.Also, avoid discharging material againsta wall or obstruction which may causedischarged material to ricochet backtoward the operator.

Do notmowat highgroundspeed,especiallyif amulchkitorgrasscollectoris installed.

Forbest resultsit is recommendedhatthe firsttwolapsbecut withthe dischargethrowntowardsthecenter.Afterthefirst twolaps,reversethedirectionto throwthedischargeto theoutsideforthe balanceof cutting.Thiswill givea betterappearanceto thelawn.Do notcut thegrasstoo short.Shortgrassinvitesweedgrowthandyellowsquicklyin dryweather.

Mowingshouldalwaysbedonewiththe engineat fullthrottle. Underheavierconditionsit maybenecessaryto go

backoverthecut areaa secondtimeto geta cleancut. Do NOTattempttomowheavybrushandweedsand

extremelytallgrass.Yourtractoris designedtomowlawns,NOTclearbrush.

Keepthe bladessharpandreplacethebladeswhenworn.Referto Cutting Blades onpage25of thismanualforproperbladesharpeningnstructions.

WA GAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

GO UP AND DOWNSLOPES,NOT ACROSS. AVOID SUDDENTURNS. DONOTOPERATETHEUNITWHEREITCOULDS

ORTIR IFMACHINESTOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOPBLADE

AND BACKDOWNHILLSLOWLY.,, DO NOTMOWWHEN CHILDRENOROTHERSARE

AROUND. NEVERCARRYCHILDREN,EVENWITHBLADESO LOOK DOWNAND BEHINDBEFOREANDWHILE

BACKING. KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,AND

SWITCHES)IN PLACEANDWORKING. REMOVEOBJECTSTHATCOULDBETHROWNBY

THE BLADE(S). KNOWLOCATIONANDFUNCTIONOF ALL CON

TROLS. BE SUREBLADE(S) ANDENGINEARE STOPPED

BEFOREPLACINGHANDSOR FEETNEARBLADE(S).

BEFORELEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,DISENGAGEBLADE(S), PLACETHE SHIFTLEVERINNEUTRAL,ENGAGEBRAKELOCK,SHUT ENGINEOFFAND REMOVEKEY.

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MulchingSelectmodelscomeequippedwitha mulchkitwhichincorporatespecialblades,alreadystandardonthetractor,ina processof recirculatinggrassclippingsrepeatedlybeneaththe cuttingdeck.Theultra-fineclippingsarethen forcedback intothe lawnwheretheyactas a naturalfertilizer.Observethe followingpointsfor the bestresultswhenmulching: Neverattempttomulchif thelawnisdamp.Wetgrass

tendsto stickto theundersideof thecuttingdeckpreventingpropermulchingof the clippings.Do NOTattempttomulchmorethan1/3the totalheightof the grassor approximately1-1/2inches.Doingsowillcausetheclippingstoclumpup beneaththedeckand notbe mulchedeffectively.

Maintaina slowgroundspeedto allowthe grassclippingsmoretimeto effectivelybemulched.

Alwayspositionthe throttlecontrolleverintheFAST(rabbit)positionandallowit to remaintherewhilemowing.Failingtokeeptheengineat full throttleplacesstrainon the tractor'sengineand doesnotallowthebladesto properlymulchgrass.

NOTE:It isnot necessaryto removethe dischargechutetooperatethemowerwiththe mulchkit installed.

_ WARNING:Neveroperate the mowerithout thedischarge chute properlyattached.Tooperatethecuttingdeckwithoutmulching,simplyremovethe mulchplugbyunthreadingthe plasticwingnutwhichfastensit to thecuttingdeck.Thiswill allowtheclippingsto dischargeout theside.See Fig.4-6.

Figure 4-6Headlights Onsomemodels,the lampsare ONwheneverthe

tractor'sengineis running.On othermodels,thelampsareONwheneverthe ignitionkeyis movedoutof theSTOPposition.

Onall models,the lampsturn OFFwhenthe ignitionkeyis movedto theSTOPposition.

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mower without thdischarghpropedy attache

T NOTE: This 0ManUa coversa rof product specificfor VariOusmodelscharacteristics anfeatures discusseandlor Ilustratedhis manual mayn_tpplicableo all mMTDLLCreserverightto changeprspecifications desand equipmentWnot ceand Withouring obligation.


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WARNINGNeverattempttomake any adjust-ments while theengine is running,exceptwherespeci-

i fied in the operator'sanual.

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Figure 5=1

Figure 5=2

,_ WARNING:Neverattempt tomakeanydjustments while the engine is running,exceptwhere specified in the operator'smanual.

1. Withthe tractorparkedona firm,levelsurface,pthedecklift leverin the topnotch(highestpositioandrotatethe bladenearestthedischargechutethatit is parallelwiththe tractor.

2. Measurethedistancefromthe frontofthe bladethegroundandtherearof thebladetipto thegroThefirstmeasurementakenshouldbebetween1/4"and 3/8"less thanthesecondmeasuremenDeterminethe approximatedistancenecessaryfoproperadjustmentandproceed,if necessary,to tnextstep.

3. Locatethejam nutandlocknut onthefrontsidestabilizerbracket.SeeFig.5-1.Afterlooseningthnut:

Tightenthe locknutto raisethefrontof thedeck;Loosenthelocknut to lowerthefrontof thedeck.4. Retightenthe jamnut loosenedearlierwhenprop

adjustmentis achieved.Side to SideIf thecuttingdeckappearsto bemowingunevenly,atosideadjustmentcanbeperformed.Adjustif neceas follows:

. Withthe tractorparkedona firm,levelsurface,pthedecklift leverin the topnotch(highestpositioandrotateboth bladesso thattheyare perpendiwiththe tractor.

2. Measurethedistancefromthe outsideofthe lefttip to thegroundandthe distancefromtheoutsidtherightbladetip to theground.Bothmeasuremtakenshouldbeequal. Ifthey'renot,proceedto tnextstep.

3. Loosen,butdo NOTremove,thehexcapscrewothe leftdeckhangerbracket.SeeFig.5-2.

4. Balancethedeckby usingawrenchto turn theadjustmentgear(foundimmediatelybehindthehcap screwjust loosened)clockwise/uporcounteclockwise/down.Thedeck is properlybalancedwbothbladetipmeasurementsakenearlierareeq

5. Retightenthehex capscrewontheleft deckhanbracketwhenproperadjustmentis achieved.

Leveling the DeckNOTE:Checkthetractor'stire pressurebeforeperform-inganydeck levelingadjustments.Referto Tires onpage24 for informationregardingtire pressure.Front To RearThefrontof thecuttingdeckis supportedbya stabilizerbarthatcanadjustedtolevelthe deckfromfrontto rear.Thefrontof thedeckshouldbebetween1/4-inchand3/8-inchlowerthanthe rearof thedeck.Adjustifnecessaryas follows:

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Parking Brake AdjustmentWARNING:Neverattempt to adjust thebrakes while the engine is running. Alwaysdisengage PTO,move shift lever intoneutral position, stop engine and removekey to prevent unintendedstarting.

Ifthe tractordoesnot cometo a completestopwhenthebrakepedal is completelydepressed,or if the tractor'srearwheelscan rollwiththeparkingbrakeapplied,thebrakeis in needof adjustment.Seean authorizedMTDServiceDealertohaveyourbrakesproperlyadjusted.Seat AdjustmentNOTE:For shippingreasons,seatsare eitherfastenedto the tractorseat'spivotbracketwitha plastictie, ormountedbackwardto thepivotbracket.Ineither case,freetheseatformits shippingpositionandremovethetwo hexscrews(orknobs,on modelssoequipped)fromthebottomof seatbeforeproceedingwith applicableinstructions.

_ ARNING:Before operating this machine,ake sure the seat is engaged in the seatstop, stand behind the machine and pullback on seat until fully engaged into stop.

Standard SeatToadjustthepositionofthe seat,loosenthe twohexscrewson thebottomofthe seat.Slidethe seatforwardor backwardas desired.Refightenthe twoscrews.SeeFig.5-3.Knob Adjustment Seat (if so equipped)Toadjustthepositionofthe seatonmodelsso equipped,loosenthe twoknobson thebottomof theseat.SeeFig.5-4.Slidethe seatforwardor backwardas desired.Retightenthe twoknobs.Quick Adjust Seat (if so equipped)Toadjustthepositionofthe seatonmodelsequippedwitha seatadjustmentlever,movethe seatadjustmentlever(locatedundertheseat)to the leftand slidetheseatforwardor rearward.SeeFig.5-5.Makesureseatislockedintopositionbeforeoperatingthe tractor.

Figure 5=3

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Figure 5=5

Adjusting

WARNINGNeverattempttoadjust the brakes wthe engineis runnAlwaysdisengagePTO,move shift leintoneutral positistopengine andremove key to preunintended startinBeforeoperating tmachine, make suseat is engaged inseat stop, stand bthe machine and pback on seat untilengaged intostopNOTE: For shippinsons, seats are eitfastened to the trac;eat'spivot brackeolastic tie,or mo

backward to the pibracket. Ineither cfreethe seat formshipping position aremovethe two hescrews (or knobs,omodels so equippfrom the bottomofbefore proceedingapplicable instruct

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Tractor

WARNINGaBeforeperforming

ny maintenance orrepairs, disengagePTO, move shift leverintoneutral position,set parkingbrake, stopengine and remove keyto prevent unintendedstarting.

Before lubricating,repairing,or inspect-ing, always disengagePTO, move shift leverintoneutral position,set parkingbrake, stopengine and remove keyto prevent unintendedstarting.

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_ WARNING:Beforeperforminganyaintenanceor repairs,disengagePTO,moveshift lever into neutral position, setparking brake,stop engine and removekey to prevent unintended starting.

EngineReferto the EngineOperator/Owner Manualforenginemaintenance instructions.Checkengineoil levelbeforeeachuseas instructedinthe EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwithyourunit.Follow the instructionscarefully.Changing Engine OilFordrainingoilfromthe engine'scrankcaseof selectmodeltractors,a plasticoildrainsleeveis packedwiththisOperator'sManual.Todrain the oil, proceedasfollows:

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2.3.

Unscrewtheoilfill capand removethedipstickfromtheoil fill tube.Snapthe smallendof oildrainsleeveontotheoilsump.SeeFig.6-1.Removedrainpluganddrainoil intoa suitablecontainerwitha capacityofno lessthan64oz.

4. Servicethe oilfilter (ifso equipped)as instructedinseparateEngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwyourunit.

Performthe abovesteps intheoppositeorderafteroilfinisheddraining.5. Refilltheenginewith newmotoroil as instructedn

EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwithyour uIMPORTANT:Referto the EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwithyourunit for informationegardingquantityandproperweightof motoroil.Air CleanerServicethe pre-cleaner,f soequipped,andcartridge/cleanerelementasinstructedin the EngineOperatorOwnerManualpackedwithyour unit.Spark Plug(s)Thesparkplug(s)shouldbecleanedand thegap reseoncea season.Sparkplugreplacements recommenat thestartofeachmowingseason.Refertothe EnginOperator/OwnerManualforcorrectplug typeandgapspecifications.Lubrication

,_ WARNING:Before lubricating, repairingnspecting, alwaysdisengage PTO,movshift lever into neutral position, set parkbrake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting.

EngineLubricatetheenginewithmotoroil as instructedintheEngineOwnerManualpackedwith yourunit.Pivot Points & LinkageLubricateall thepivotpointsonthe drivesystem,parkbrakeand lift linkageat leastoncea seasonwithlightRear WheelsTherearwheelsshouldbe removedromtheaxlesona season.Lubricatetheaxlesandtherimswellwithanall-purposegreasebeforere-installinghem.Front AxlesEachendof the tractor'sfrontpivotbarmaybe equippwitha greasefitting.Lubricatewitha greasegunafterevery25 hoursof tractoroperation.

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Cleaning the Engine And DeckAnyfueloroil spilledonthemachineshouldbe wipedoff promptly.DoNOT allowdebristo accumulatearoundthecoolingfinsof theengineor onany otherpart of themachine.iMPORTANT:Theuseof a pressurewashertocleanyourtractoris NOTrecommended.t maycausedamageto electricalcomponents,spindles,pulleys,bearingsortheengine.Deck Wash System TMA hexplugcan befoundonyourtractor'sdecksurface.SeeFig.6-2.Thisplugcanbereplacedwitha waterport to beusedas HexPlugpartof a separately-availableeckwashsystem.Usethe DeckWashSystemM to rinsegrassclippings k,,,,fromthe deck'sundersideandpreventthe buildupofcorrosivechemicals.NOTE:Refertopage28for informationregardingthisandotherseparately-availablettachments& acces-soriesforyourtractor.Cutting Deck RemovalNOTE:Modelsequippedwitha 38-inchdeckhaveonedeck idlerpulley.Modelsequippedwitha 42-and46-inchdeckhavetwodeck idlerpulleys.To removethecuttingdeck,proceedas follows:1. PlacethePTO(BladeEngage)leverinthedisen-

gaged(OFF)positionandengagetheparkingbrake.2. Lowerthedeckby movingthedeck liftleverintothe

bottomnotchonthe rightfender.3. Removethe beltfromaroundthetractor'sengine

pulleyand idlerpulley(s).Referto ChangingtheDeckBelton page26 fordetailedinstructions.

4. Lookingat thecuttingdeckfromtheleft sideof thetractor,locatethe hairpinclip thatsecuresthedecksupportrodon therearleftsideof thedeck.SeeFig.6-3.

5. Removethe hairpin clipthat securesthedecksupportrod,andcarefullyremovethedecksupportfromthe decklift arm.

6. Repeattheabovestepson thetractor'srightside.7. Movethedecklift leverintothe topnotchonthe right

fenderto raisethedeckliftarmsupandout of theway.8. CarefullyremovethePTOcablefromthe rearofthecuttingdeckby removinghehair pinclip whichsecuresit. Removethespringfromthedeckidlerbracket.See Fig.6-4.

9. Gentlyslidethecuttingdecktowardthefrontof thetractorallowingthe hooksonthedeckto releasethemselvesfromthe deckstabilizerrod.

10.Gentlyslidethe cuttingdeck(fromthe rightside)outfromunderneaththe tractor.

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Tires

_ ARNING:Neverexceed themaximumnflation pressure shown on the sidewallof tire.The recommendedoperatingtire pressureis: Approximately10psi for thereartiresMa| ltal n ng Approximately14psi for the fronttires

|_iAlllt MPORTANT aefertothetresdewa forexactt re,,,_,,,,_ _ ,,,,,_,_vv,, manufacturersrecommendedormaximumpsi.Do notTractor

WARNINGNever exceed themaximum inflationpressure shown onthe sidewall of thetire.Batteries give off anexplosive gaswhilecharging. Chargebattery in awellventilated area andkeep away from anopen flame or pilotlight as on a waterheater, space heater,furnace, clothesdryer or other gasappliances.Always use a fusewith the sameamperage capacityfor replacement.

overinflate.Uneventirepressurecouldcausethe cuttingdeckto mowunevenly.BatteryThebatteryis sealedandis maintenance-free.Acidlevelscannotbechecked. Alwayskeepthe batterycablesandterminalsclean

andfreeof corrosivebuild-up. Aftercleaningthebatteryandterminals,applya light

coatof petroleumellyor greaseto bothterminals. Alwayskeepthe rubberboot positionedoverthe

positiveterminalto preventshorting.IMPORTANT:Ifremovingthe batteryfor anyreason,disconnectthe NEGATIVEBlack)wire fromit'sterminalfirst, followedby the POSITIVE(Red)wire. Whenre-installingthe battery,alwaysconnectthePOSITIVE(Red)wire itsterminalfirst,followedbythe NEGATIVE(Black)wire.Becertainthatthewiresareconnectedtothecorrectterminals;reversingthemcouldchangethepolarityandresultindamageto yourengine'salternat-ingsystem.ChargingIMPORTANT:Whenchargingyour tractor'sbattery,useonlya chargerdesignedfor 12Vlead-acidbatteries.Readyourbatterycharger'sOwner'sManualpriortochargingyourtractor'sbattery.Alwaysfollowitsinstruc-tionsand heeditswarnings.If yourtractorhasnotbeenputintouseforan extendedperiodof time,chargethebatteryas follows: Setyourbatterychargertodelivera maximumof 10

amperes.Ifyour batterychargeris automatic,chargethe batteryuntilthe chargerindicatesthatchargingiscomplete.

NOTE:Ifthe chargeris notautomatic,chargefor nofewerthaneight hours.

_ ARNING:Batteriesgive off an explosiveas while charging. Chargebattery in awell ventilated areaand keepaway fromanopen flame orpilot l ight as ona waterheater, space heater, furnace, clothesdryer or other gas appliances.

Jump Starting

_ ARNING: Whenremoving or installingattery, follow these instructions toprevthescrewdriver from shorting against thframe.IMPORTANT:Neverjump yourtractor'sdead batterywthebatteryof a runningvehicle.1. Connectendof onejumpercableto thepositive

terminalof thegoodbattery,thenthe otherendto tpositiveterminalofthe deadbattery.2. Connecttheotherjumpercableto thenegative

terminalof thegoodbattery,thentothe frame of thunit with the dead battery.

3. Start the tractor as instructedon page15.

_ ARNING: Failure to use this procedureould cause sparking, and thegas in eitbattery could explode.CleaningCleanthebatteryby removingit fromthe tractorandwashingwitha bakingsodaandwatersolution.If necsary,scrapethebatteryterminalswitha wirebrushtoremovedeposits.Coatterminalsandexposedwiringwgreaseor petroleumelly to preventcorrosion.Battery FailuresSomecommoncausesforbatteryfailureare:

incorrectinitialactivation undercharging overcharging corrodedconnection freezing

These failures are NOTcovered byyour tractor'swarranty.FuseOne20 AMPfuseis installedin yourtractor'swiringhanessto protectthe tractor'selectricalsystemfromdamcausedby excessiveamperage.If theelectricalsystemdoesnotfunction,oryourtractoenginewillnotcrank,first checktobe certainthat thehasnotblown. Itcan befoundunderthehoodmountebehindthedashpanelon therightside._ WARNING:Always use a fuse with theame amperagecapacity for replaceme

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Cutting Blades,_ WARNING:Besure toshut the engineff,remove ignition key,disconnect thespark plug wire(s) and ground against

theengine to prevent unintended startingbeforeremoving the cutting blade(s) forsharpening or replacement. Protect yourhands by using heavygloves ora rag tograsp the cutting blade.WARNING:Periodically inspect thebladespindles for cracks or damage,especiallyif you strike a foreign object. Replaceimmediately if damaged.

Thebladesmayberemovedas follows.1. Removethedeckfrombeneaththe tractor,(referto

CuttingDeckRemovalon page23) thengentlyflipthedeckoverto exposeitsunderside

2. Placea blockof wood betweenthecenterdeckhous-ingbaffleandthecuttingbladetoact asa stabilizer.SeeFig.6-5.

3. Removethe hexflangenutthat securesthebladetothe spindleassembly.SeeFig.6-5.4. Toproperlysharpenthecuttingblades,removeequal

amountsofmetalfrombothendsof thebladesalongthecuttingedges,paralleltothe trailingedge,ata250to 300angle.

IMPORTANT:Ifthe cuttingedgeofthe bladehasalreadybeensharpenedtowithin15/8" fromtheedge,or ifanymetalseparations present,replacethe bladeswith newones.SeeFig.6-6. It isimportantthateachcuttingbladeedgebeground

equallyto maintainproperbladebalance A poorlybalancedbladewillcauseexcessive

vibrationand maycausedamageto thetractorandresultinpersonalinjury.Thebladecanbetestedbybalancingit ona roundshaftscrewdriver.Grindmetalfromthe heavysideuntilit balancesevenly.

Whenreplacingtheblade,be sureto installthe bladewiththe sideof theblademarked"Bottom" (orwitha partnumberstampedin it) facingthegroundwhenthemoweris inthe operatingposition.

IMPORTANT:Usea torquewrenchto tightenthe bladespindlehexflangenutto between70foot-poundsand90foot-pounds.

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IdlerpulleynutsFigure 6-7

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WARNINGBe sure to shut thengine off, removignition key, disconect the spark plwire(s) and grouagainst the enginprevent unintend

irting before rethe cutting bl

for sharpening orreplacement. Proyour hands by usheavy gloves or ato grasp the cuttinblade.Periodically inspthe blade spindlecracks or damagespecially ifyoua foreign object.

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WARNINGBe sure to shut theengineoff, removeignition key, d iscon-nect the spark plugwire(s) and groundagainst the engine toprevent unintendedstarting before remov=ing the belt.Avoid the possibility ofa pinching injury. Donot placeyour fingerson the idler springorbetween the belt and apulleywhile removingthe belt.

Changing the Deck BeltWARNING:Besure toshut the engineoff,removeignition key,disconnect thespark plug wire(s)and ground againsttheengine toprevent unintended startingbeforeremoving thebelt.

All beltonyourtractorare subjectto wearandshouldbereplacedif anysignsof wearare present.IMPORTANT:TheV-beltfoundon yourtractorarespeciallydesignedto engageanddisengagesafely.Asubstitute(non-OEM)V-beltcan bedangerousbynotdisengagingcompletely.Fora properworkingmachine,usefactoryapprovedbelts.Tochangeor replacethedeckbelt onyourtractor,proceedasfollows:1. Lowerthedeckby movingthedeck liftleverintothe

bottomnotchonthe rightfender.2. Removethe beltguardsby removingtheself-tappingscrewsthatfastenthemto thedeck.

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4.Removethe beltkeeperrodfromaroundtheenginepulley.Onthe 42-inchdeckonly,loosenbut do not remove,the idlerpulleynuts.Thiswillenablethebelt to beeasily removedromthe idlerpulleys.SeeFig.6-7onthe previouspage.

_1= ARNING:Avoid thepossibilityofa pinng injury. Donot placeyour fingers onidler spring or between the belt and a puwhile removing the belt.

5. Removethedeckbelt fromaroundall pulleys,incluthedeckidlerpulley.

6. Routethenewbeltas shownin andFig.6-8, 6-9o6-10.7. Remountthe beltguardsremovedearlier.Changing the Lower Deck Belt (46" Decks)NOTE:Severalcomponentsmustbe removedin ordechangethe tractor'slowerdeck belt.Seean authorizeMTDServiceDealertohaveyourlowerdrivebelt replor phoneCustomerSupportas instructedonpage2 foinformationnorderinga ServiceManual.Changing the Transmission Drive BeNOTE:Severalcomponentsmustbe removedandspetools(i.e.air/impactwrench)inorderto changethetractor'sdrive belt.Seean authorizedMTDServiceDeto haveyourdrivebelt replacedor phoneCustomerSuportas instructedonpage2 for informationonorderinServiceManual.

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Idler Bracket

Engine Pulxley\ 42-Inch Deck

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Attachments

WARNINGi Drain fuel only into anapprovedcontaineroutdoors,awayfromanopenflame.

Allow engine to cool.Extinguishcigarettes,cigars, pipes, andother sources ofignitionpriortodrainingfuel.

iNeverstoretheimachine orfuelicontainerindoorswherethereisanopenflame, sparkoripilotlightsuchas on_waterheater,furnace,iclothesdryeroriothergasappliance.

Cleanandlubricatethe tractoras instructednSection Followthe instructionsn theService,Storage&6: MAiNTAiNiNGYOURLAWNTRACTORon page19 Specifications sectionof the EngineOperator/Owof thismanualbeforestoringforanextendedperiod. Manualforproperenginecarepriorto storingyourtr

,_ WARNING:Drainfuel only into anapprovedontaineroutdoors,awayfromanopenflame.Allow engineto cool Extinguishcigarettes,cigars,pipes, andother sourcesof ignitionprior to drainingfuel.

_ ARNING: Neverstore the machine oontainer indoors where thereis an opflame,spark or pilot light such as on wheater,furnace, clothes dryer or otherappliance.

Attachments & AccessoriesThefollowingattachmentsandaccessoriesarecompatiblefor ModelSeries700LawnTractors.Seethe retailefromwhichyoupurchasedyourtractor,an authorizedMTDServiceDealeror phone(800) 800-7310or informaregardingpriceandavailability.NOTE:ModelSeries700 LawnTractorsare NOTdesignedfor usewith any typeof ground-engagingattachme(e.g.tiller or plow).Useofthis typeof equipmentWILLvoidthe tractor'swarranty.

0EM-190-032 42-inchTwo-stageSnowThrower0EM-190-1160EM-190-1180EM-190-1800EM-190-1820EM-190-1830EM-190-2150EM-190-607"0EM-190-6580EM-190-6720EM-190-833490-900-0025

* Notcompatiblewith

38/42-inchDeckMulchKit46-inch DeckMulchKitTwinBaggerGrassCollector(for 38/42-inchDecks)TwinBaggerGrassCollector(for 46-inchDecks)DeckWheelKitRearWheelWeightKitDeluxeTractorSunshadeTire Chains,20x 8 TiresGrilleGuard(mountsonfrontof tractor)42-inchFrontDozerBladeDeckWashKittractorsequippedwitha GrassCollector

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ROTATING BLADES CAUSESERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DONOTMOWWHENCHILDRENOROTHERSAREAROUND NEVERCARRYCHILDRENEVENWITHBLADE(S)OFF. LOOKDOWNANDBEHINDBEFOREANDWHILEBACKING.

KEEPAFETY

WARNINGThis symbolpointsout importantsafeinstructionswhich,notfollowed,couldendangerthe perssafetyand/or propof yourselfandothReadand followalinstructionsinthismanualbeforeat-temptingto operatthis machine.Failuto complywith thesinstructionsmay rein personalinjury.Wyouseethis symboHEED ITS WARNINYour ResponsibiRestrictthe useof this power macto persons who reunderstandand follow the warand instructionsinthis manualand onthe machin

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TrouShootin

For repairsbeyond the minoradjustments listedhere, contact ani authorized servicedealer.

Problem Ca use RemedyEngnefa s to start 1. PTOengaged 1 PlacePTOknob (or lever)in

disengaged(OFF)postion.2. Sparkplugwire(s)disconnected. 2. Connectwire(s)tosparkplug(s3. Fue tankemptyor stae fue . 3. F tankwthccan freshgaso4 Chokenot actvated 4. Pullout the CHOKEcontrol (if s " equipped)orplacethe throttlecontrolinCHOKEposition.

5. Faultysparkplug. 5. Clean,adjustgap,or replace.6. Blockedfuel hne. 6. Cleanfuel I neor replacefuelfil7. Engineflooded, if so equipped.

7. Crankenginewiththrottle in FAposition.

8 Parkingbrakenotengaged. 8. Engageparkingbrake.9. Throttlecontrollevernotincorrect 9. Placethrottleleverto FASTstartingposition, position.

Engineruns erratic 1. UnitrunningwithCHOKEapplied.

2. Sparkplugwire(s) loose.

3. Blockedfuellineor stalefuel.

4. Ventingascap plugged.5. Waterordirt infuelsystem.6. Dirty aircleaner.

1. PushCHOKEcontrol(if soequipped)in, ormovethe throttcontroloutof theCHOKEposit

2. Connectandtightensparkplugwire(s).

3. Cleanfuel line;fill tankwithcleafresh(lessthan30 daysold)gasoline.Replacefuel filter,if soequipped.

4. Clearventor replaceifdamage5. Drainfuel tank.Refillwith

freshfuel.6. Replaceaircleanercartridge/e

mentor cleanpro-cleaner,f soequipped.

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Problem Cause Remedyne overheats 1} Engineoil levelIowl Fill crankcasewith properoil.

21 Air flowrestricted. 2. C eangrassclippingsanddebrsfrom aroundtheengineScoo ingfins andblowerhousing.

Enginehesitates at 1. Sparkplug(s)gap tooclose. 1. Removesparkplug(s)and resethigh RPM thegap.des poor i sPark p ug(s)fou ed faulty or Replace Spaikp ug(S):Set plug(s)

too Wide; gapl2 Dirtyair c eaner. 2 Replaceair cleanercartridgeiele_

mentorcleanpre:cleaner,if S0equipped.

Excessive 1. Cuttingbladelooseorunbalanced. 1. Tightenbladeandspindle.Vibration Balanceblade.

2. Damagedorbentcuttingblade. 2. Replaceblade.Mower wili not EnginesPeedtoo Iowl li PlaCehrottle Controln FAST

much grass Wet giass (rabbit)p0sitin,(mode1s equipped .... 2 Do not mowwhengrass iset;.

with mu/ il'kJt _ watunt atertocuta c 3 Excessivelyhighgrass: _ ; :_ . ._. Ivlowonce al a nighcumnghe gnu,thenmowagainatdesiredheight........................ oimake a nar[owercuttingpathI

4.1Dullblade: &sharpen or replaceblade:Unevencut 1. Decknotbalancedproperly. 1. Performside-to-sidedeckadjust-

2. Dullblade, ment.2. Sharpenor replaceblade.3. Uneventire pressure.3. Checktire pressureinall fourtires.

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WARNINGa safety featureisnotunctioning

properly,do not usethe tractor.Contactyour authorizedMTDservicedealeror call8oo800,73 oi

This OperatorsManUalCoversa rangeof product specifiCationsforVariousmodels:CharaCteristicsandfeaturesdiscussed

and/or illustratedinthismanual maynotappliCable to al models:MTDLLC reservestherightto ChangeprOduCtspecifications designsand equipmentwithoutnotiCeand Without

incurring obligation.

_FACTORY PARTS

NOTE:Phone(800)800-7310to orderreplacementpartsor a completePartsManual(haveyour fullmodelnumberandserialnumberready).PartsManualdownloadsarealso availablefreeof chargeat www.mtdproducts.com.

DriveBelt (Transmission) 754-04001ADriveBelt (MowingDeck)38" Deck 754-04062DriveBelt (MowingDeck)42" Deck 754-04060BUpperDriveBelt (MowingDeck)46" Deck 754-04142LowerDriveBelt(MowingDeck)46" Deck 754-0349DeckBlades(38"Deck- twoeach) 742-0610ADeckBlade(42" Deck) 742-0616ADeckBlade(46" Deck)CenterBlade(oneea.) 742-0612ADeckBlade(46" Deck)Outer Blade(twoea.) 742-0611ADeckSpindle(38" Deck) 618-04197DeckSpindle(42"Deck) 618-04456DeckSpindle(46"Deck)DoublePulley(oneea.) 618-04134BDeckSpindle(46"Deck)(twoeach) 618-0240ADeckWheels 734-0973Battery(13hpTecumseh) 725-1704ABattery(15.5hp Briggs& Stratton) 725-1737ATire(Front)15x 6x 6 RoundShoulder 734-0864Tire(Front)15x 6x 6SquareShoulder 734-1731Tire(Rear)20x 8x 8 RoundShoulder 734-1596Tire(Rear)20x 8x 8 SquareShoulder 734-1730HubCap 731-0484AFuelTankCap 951-3111ChokeControl/Cable(TwinCylinderEngines) 746-1085AThrottleControl/Cable(SingleCylinderEngines) 746-04258DischargeChuteAssembly 931-1032B

_ ARNING:If asafety featureisnotfunctioningproperly, do not use the tractor. Contactour authorized MTDservice dealer or call (800) 800-7310.

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NOTESUse this page to make notes and write down important information.

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

TheCaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardandMTD ConsumerGroupInc arepleasedtoexplaintheevaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyonyour2007lawnmower.InCalifornia,newlawnmowermustbedesigned,builtand equippedtomeetthe State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTDConsumerGroupIncmuswarrantthe EECSon yourlawnmowerfor the periodof time listedbelowprovidedthere hasbeenno abuse,neglector impropermaintenanceof yourlawnmoYourEECSmayincludepartssuchas thecarburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fueltanks,fuel lines,fuel caps,valves,canisters,filters,vaporhoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents.Where a warrantable condition exists, MTDConsumer Group Inc will repair your lawnmower at no cost to you includingdiagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE:Thisevaporativeemissioncontrolsystemis warrantedfor two years.If anyevaporativeemission-relatedparton yourequipmentisdefective,the partwill berepairedor replacedby MTDConsumerGroupInc.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:Asthe lawnmowerowner,youare responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelistedinyourowner'smanual. MTDConsumerGroupIncrecom-mendsthat youretainall receiptscoveringmaintenanceonyourlawnmower,but MTDConsumerGroup Inccannotdenywarrantysolelyforthe lack of receipAsthe lawnmowerowner,youshouldhoweverbeawarethat MTDConsumerGroupInc maydeny youwarrantycoverageif yourlawnmoweror a parthas faildueto abuse,neglect,or impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.Youare responsiblefor presentingyourlawn mowerto MTDConsumerGroupInc'sdistributioncenteror servicecenteras soonas the problemexists.Thewarrantyrepairsshouldbecompletedin a reasonableamountof time, notto exceed30 days.If youhavea questionregardingyourwarrantycoverage,youshcontactthe MTDConsumerGroupIncServiceDepartmentat 1-800-800-7310.

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:MTDConsumerGroupIncwarrantsto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the lawnmower is:Designed,builtandequippedsoas toconformwithall applicableregulations;andfreefrom defectsin materialsand workmanshipthat causethe failure of a warrantedpartto be identicalin allmaterespectsto that partas describedinMTDConsumerGroupInc'sapplicationfor certification.Thewarrantyperiodbeginsonthedate the lawnmoweris deliveredto an ultimatepurchaseror firstplaced intoservice.Thewarrantyperiodis two years.Subjectto certainconditionsand exclusionsas statedbelow,the warrantyonemission-relatedpartsis as follows:1. Anywarrantedpartthat isnotscheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenanceinthe writteninstructionssupplied,is warrantedfor thewarrantyperiod

statedabove.Ifthe partfails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,the partwill be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumerGroupInc accordingto subse(4)below.Anysuchpart repairedor replacedunderwarrantywillbe warrantedor the remainderofthe period.

2. Anywarrantedpartthat isscheduledonlyfor regularinspection inthe writteninstructionssuppliedis warrantedfor thewarrantyperiodstatedabove.Anyspartrepairedor replacedunderwarrantywill bewarrantedfor the remainingwarrantyperiod.

3. Anywarrantedpartthat isscheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein thewritten instructionssuppliediswarrantedforthe periodof time beforefirstscheduledreplacementdatefor that part.If the partfails beforethe firstscheduledreplacement,the partwill be repairedor replacedby MTDConsumGroupIncaccordingto subsection(4)below.Anysuch partrepairedor replacedunderwarrantywillbe warrantedforthe remainderofthe periodpriorto thfirstscheduledreplacementpointfor the part.4. Repairor replacementof anywarrantedpart underthe warrantyprovisionshereinmustbe performedat a warrantystationat no chargeto theowner.

5. Notwithstandinghe provisionsherein,warrantyservicesorrepairswill beprovidedatall of our distributioncentersthat arefranchisedto servicethe subjeenginesor equipment.6. The lawnmowerowner willnot bechargedfordiagnosticlaborthat is directlyassociatedwithdiagnosisofa defective,emission-relatedwarrantedpart,

providedthat suchdiagnosticworkis performedat a warrantystation.7. MTDConsumerGroupInc is liablefor damagestootherengineor equipmentcomponentsproximatelycausedby a failure underwarrantyofany warrante

part.8. Throughoutthe lawnmowerwarrantyperiodstatedabove,MTDConsumerGroupIncwill maintaina supplyof warrantedpartssufficientto meetthe expec

demandfor suchparts.9. Anyreplacementpartmay be usedinthe performanceof anywarrantymaintenanceorrepairsand mustbe providedwithoutchargeto the owner.Suchus

notreducethe warrantyobligationsofMTD ConsumerGroupInc.10.Add-onor modifiedpartsthat arenotexemptedbythe Air ResourcesBoardmaynot beused.The useof any non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedparts bythultimatepurchaserwillbe groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims.MTD ConsumerGroup Incwill notbe liableto warrantfailuresof warrantedpartscaus

bythe useof a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart.WARRANTED PARTS:

Therepairor replacementof anywarrantedpartotherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemaybe excludedfromsuch warrantycoverageifMTDConsumerGroIncdemonstratesthat the lawnmowerhasbeenabused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,andthat suchabuse,neglect,or impropermaintenancewasthedirectcauseof the needfor repairor replacementof the part.Thatnotwithstanding,anyadjustmentofa componentthathasa factory installed,and properlyoperating,adjustmentlimitingdevice isstilleligiblefor warrantycoverage.Thefollowingemissionwarrantyparts listarecovered:FuelLine,Fuel LineClamps


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MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FOR

The limitedwarrantysetforthbelowisgivenbyMTDLLCwithrespectto newmerchandisepurchasedandusedin the UnitedStates,itspossessionsandterritories."MTD"warrantsthisproductagainstdefectsinmaterialandworkman-shipfora periodof two (2)yearscommencingonthedate oforiginalpurchaseandwill,at itsoption,repairor replace,freeof charge,anypart foundto bedefectiveinmaterialsorworkmanship.Thislimitedwar-rantyshallonlyapply if thisproducthasbeenoperatedand maintainedinaccordancewiththe Operator'sManualfurnishedwiththe product,andhas notbeensubjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse,neglect,accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,heft,fire,water,ordamagebecauseofotherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresultingfromthe installationor useof anypart,accessoryor attachmentnotapprovedby MTDforusewiththe product(s)coveredbythis manualwillvoidyourwarrantyas toany resultingdamage.Normalwearpartsarewarrantedo befree fromdefects inmaterialandworkmanshipora periodof thirty(30)daysfromthedateof purchase.Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuchas: batter-ies,belts,blades,bladeadapters,grassbags,riderdeckwheels,seats,snowthrowerskidshoes,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberandtires.HOW TO OBTAINSERVICE: Warrantyservice isavailable,WITHPROOFOF PURCHASE,throughyour local authorized servicedealer. Tolocate the dealer in yourarea, check your Yellow Pages,or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland,Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-800-800-7310or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to ourWebsite at www.mtdproducts.com.Thislimitedwarrantydoesnot providecoverageinthe followingcases:a. Theengineor componentpartsthereof.Theseitemsmaycarrya

separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer'swarrantyfortermsandconditions.

b. Logsplitterpumps,valves,andcylindershavea separateoneyearwarranty.

c. Routinemaintenancetemssuchas lubricants,filters,bladesharpening,une-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deckadjustments,andnormaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinishduetouseor exposure.

d. Servicecompletedby someoneotherthananauthorizedservicedealer.

e. MTDdoesnotextendanywarrantyforproductssoldor exportedoutsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsandterritories,excethosesoldthroughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof exportdistribu

f. ReplacementpartsthatarenotgenuineMTDparts.g. Transportationchargesandservicecalls.No impliedwarranty,includingany impliedwarranty of mer-chantabilityof fitness for a particular purpose,applies after theapplicable periodof express written warranty above asto thepartsas identified.No otherexpresswarranty, whetherwrittenoral, exceptas mentioned above,givenby any personor entity,includinga dealeror retailer, with respect to any product,shallbindMTD.Duringthe periodof the warranty,the exclusiveremisrepairor replacementof the productas set forth above.Theprovisionsas set forth in this warrantyprovidethe soleanexclusiveremedy arising from the sale.MTDshallnot be liablefor incidentalor consequentialossor damage including,witholimitation, expensesincurredfor substituteor replacementawcareservicesor for rentalexpensesto temporarily replaceawarranted product.Somestatesdo notallowtheexclusionor limitationof incidentalorconsequentialdamages,or limitationsonhowlongan impliedwarralasts,sothe aboveexclusionsor limitationsmaynot applytoyou.Innoeventshallrecoveryof anykindbegreaterthantheamountofpurchasepriceof theproductsold.Alterationof safety featuresofthe productshallvoid this warranty. Youassumethe riskand liabfor loss,damage,or injuryo youandyourpropertyand/ortootherstheirpropertyarisingoutof themisuseor inabilityo usethe producThislimitedwarrantyshallnotextendtoanyoneotherthan theorigipurchaserorto thepersonforwhomitwas purchasedas a gift.HOWSTATELAWRELATESTOTHISWARRANTY:This limitedwarrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,and youmayalsohaveotherightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseo obwarrantycoverage.

IVITDLLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019; Phone: 1=800=800-7310, 1-330=220-4683GDOO-lO0015 REV.A


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Seguridad Montaje Funcionamiento Ajuste Mantenimiento Soluci6n de problemas Garantia

A AL L P A O

Shift=On=The-Go'" Tractor corta c sped -- Modelos 760-779IMPORTANTE

LEA CON ATENCION LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDADY LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DEPONER LA UNIDAD EN FUNCIONAIVllENTO

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Este Manual del Operador es una parte importante de su nuevo tractor corta c_sped.Lo ayudar_ a montar, preparar y mantener la unidad para obtener los mejores resultados.

Pot favor, lea y comprenda el contenido del manual.IndiceIndicador de pendiente ...................................... 3Medidas importantes de seguridad .................. 4Montaje del tractor corta cesped ...................... 8Funcionamiento del tractor corta cesped ...... 12Ajuste su tractor corta cesped ........................ 20

Mantenimiento del tractor corta c_sped ........AImacenamiento fuera de temporada/Aditamentos ......................................................Etiquetas de seguridad ....................................Soluci6n de problemas ....................................Garantia .............................................................

B squecla y registro de n mero de modeloANTES DE COMENZAREL MONTAJEDELEQUIPONUEVO,

por favor encuentre la placa de modelodel equipoy copb lainformaci6nen la placade modelo de muestra suministrada,

del lado derecho. Puede Iocalizar la placa de modelo mirandodebajo del asbnto.

Esta informaci6nes necesaria para tener acceso al sitio web delfabricantey/o para obtener asistencia a tra%s del Departamento

de atenci6n al cliente o de undistribuidor de servicios demantenimientoautorizado.

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Asistencia al ClientePot favor NO devuelva la unidad al minorista a trav_s del cual la compr6 sin antes ponerse econtacto con Atenci6n a clientes.

En caso de tener problemas para montar este producto o de tener dudas con respectoa los controles, funcionamientoomantenimientodel mismo,puede solicitar la ayuda de expertos.Elija entre las opciones que se presentana continuaci6n:1. Visite www.mtdproducts.com.2. Comuniquese por telefono con un representante de asistencia al cliente al 1 (800) 800-7310.3. Elfabdcante del motor es el responsable de todas las cuestiones relacionadascon el rendimiento,la potencia desalid

las especificaciones,la garantia y el servicio de mantenimiento.Porfavorconsulte el Manualdel propietario/operador defabricante del motor,quese entrega pot separado con su unidad.

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