MTD 820 Series, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ster meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine ...

Page 2: ...e seat pivot bracket A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Model Number Serial Number MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 220 4683 www mtdproducts com 800 800 731 0 Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible fo...

Page 3: ...ople before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse and backing up Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the chute guard in place Slow down before turning...

Page 4: ... attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of an adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades off They may fall off and be s...

Page 5: ...ocooldown before touching Donotchange theengine governor settings or overspeed theengine Excessive engine speeds aredangerous Observe proper disposal lawsandregulations Improper disposal offluidsandmaterials canharm theenvironment andtheecology Priortodisposal determine theproper method to dispose ofwastefromyourlocalEnvironmental Protection Agency Recycling centers are established toproperly disp...

Page 6: ... with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing 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 ...

Page 7: ...CHING THE DECK WHEELS if not already attached 46 Deck Only Deck Wheels are Not Shown Front Axle Bolts 3 114 _Long 738 3056 S I ATTACHING THE CUTTING DECK Clevis Pin _ _ 711 0701 Small Hairpin Clip 714 0104 Flat Washers 112 I D 736 0192 NOTE This hardware may be assembled to the deck Spacers 750 0932A Hairpin Clips 714 0101 atWas ers 112 I o _ _ _ 736 o192 __ Cupped ____ Washers 318 I D 736 0105 Wa...

Page 8: ...y splatter into the eyes or onto the face rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water A list of antidotes are given below If there is any further discomfort seek medical attention Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten eggs or vegetable oil If discomfort persists call physi cian immediately EYES Flush wi...

Page 9: ... 1750 725 1706 Charging Duration 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour Amperes 2 3 6 6 6 6 NOTE If you charge the battery at a lower AMP rate use a hydrometer to make sure the battery is completely charged The hydrometer should read 1 260 minimum at an electrolyte temperature of 60 110 F Do not charge at more than 6 amps Attaching Steering Wheel The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been ...

Page 10: ...slide seat in until front seat spacer engages seat stop _ ARNING Quick adjustment seat only Before operating tractor stand behind the seat and pull back on it to make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop Attaching DeckLinks Hardware A The three adjustable deck links have been shipped unassembled Attach as follows Start 1 2 hex nuts on eyebolts until nuts are flushed with ends of eyebolts See ...

Page 11: ...stabilizers and the diagonal brace See Figure 11A Place a spacer on the left end of the cross bar Pull the bar to the right until the spacer is flushed with the end of the bar as shown in Figure 11B Lift assembly and slide the cross bar into one of the holes on the left side of frame Secure with hairpin clip removed earlier 46 Deck Use the rear set of holes 50 Deck Use the forward set of holes Pla...

Page 12: ...levis pin and small hairpin clip using the hole in the idler bracket as shown in Figure 14 _ _ Clevis Pin Brake _ Cable L h Idle_rBracket Hairpin Clip _ _o Figure 14 Attaching ChuteDeflector _ WARNING Do not operate the tractor unless the chute deflector has been properly installed 50 Deck only Remove the bolts nuts and cupped washers which are attached to the deck next to the chute opening Place ...

Page 13: ... two front links to obtain this distance Installing theBattery Type A Battery NOTE If battery is put into service after date shown on top of battery charge for minimum 1hour at 6 amps Wing Nut Wing Nut Black Positive Terminal Positive Cable Red Negative Terminal Figure 18 Lift the hood of the tractor Remove wing nuts from the hold down rods securing battery cover to the battery Remove plastic cove...

Page 14: ...e the clamp Do not overtighten which could collapse the drain tube NOTE The vented battery allows any gases or liquid from the battery to be drained onto the ground Trim end of drain tube if more than 1 inch extends below the frame FinalAssembly Make certain all nuts and bolts are tightened securely SelfiTapping _Mounting Screw Clamp Figure 19 14 ...

Page 15: ...Brake Pedal Throttle Control Parking Brake Ammeter Lever hift Lever Speed Control Lever _ Gas Cap Figure 20 Ignition Key The ignition key switch is located on the dashboard To start the engine turn the key clockwise to the START position Once the engine has cranked put the key in the ON position To stop the engine turn the key to the OFF position To prevent accidental starting remove key from the ...

Page 16: ...ge and disengage the power to the attachments To engage the PTO lift the lever slowly and lock it into the notch IMPORTANT The PTO lever must be inthe disengaged position down when starting the engine when shifting into reverse and if the operator leaves the seat ShiftLever The shift lever is located in the center of the console and has four positions HIGH LOW NEUTRAL and REVERSE Depress the clutc...

Page 17: ...vent the engine from cranking or starting unless the clutch brake pedal is depressed and the PTO lever is in the disengaged position In addition the PTO lever must be in the disengaged position when the unit is put into reverse or the engine will shut off If the operator leaves the seat with the PTO lever engaged and or without setting the parking brake the engine will automatically shut off _b WA...

Page 18: ... too wet NOTE By shutting off the engine before disembarking you will also avoid the possibility of browning the grass The browning is caused when grass is exposed to hot exhaust gases from a running engine _ ARNING Before leaving the operator s position for any reason disengage the blades place the shift lever in neutral engage the parking brake shut engine off and remove key If unit stalls with ...

Page 19: ...speed control adjustment is needed adjust the speed control links as follows A 3 4 shim or suitable spacer is required Start the engine Place the shift lever in neutral position Place the speed control lever in highest speed position Release the clutch brake pedal completely then slowly depress the pedal all the way to park position Hold the pedal in this position Turn the engine off After engine ...

Page 20: ...e seat loosen the four screws on the bottom of the seat Refer to Figure 4 Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the four screws Steering Wheel If the tractor turns tighter in one direction compared to the other the steering drag link must be adjusted To adjust the drag link follow these steps See Figure 23 Loosen hex jam nut called out in Figure 23 at the rear of the ball joint L...

Page 21: ...heels should toe in between 1 16 5 16 inch Dimension B should be approximately 1 16 5 16 less than Dimension A See Figure 26 Adjust the tie rod assembly for correct toe in Some units have adjustable tie rods so the toe in can be adjusted To adjust the toe in on these units follow these steps Remove hairpin clip and washer and drop the end of the tie rod from the axle bracket See Figure 25 Loosen t...

Page 22: ...ad and follow instructions carefully Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty condition To service air cleaner refer to the engine manual The spark plugs should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specificati...

Page 23: ...remove deposits Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion BatteryFailures Common causes for battery failure are initial activation not done correctly lack of water adding chemicals other than water after initial activation undercharging overcharging corroded connections freezing These failures do not constitute warranty work Tires Maximum tire pressure u...

Page 24: ...e belt keeper assembly forward and out of the way See Figure 29 Pulley Figure 30 SECTION 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days prepare for storage as follows Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly NOTE We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit They may cause damage to electric components spindles p...

Page 25: ...4 100 lb Wheel Weights OEM 190 784 Front Bumper Kit OEM 190 226 Sleeve Hitch Kit OEM 190 929 28 PTO Driven Rear Mounted Tiller OEM 190 757 38 8 HP Rear Mounted Tiller OEM 190 758 Electric Lift Kit OEM 190 749 10 Moldboard Plow OEM 190 978 Single Disc Harrow OEM 190 980 Row Crop Cultivator OEM 190 984 Gang Reel Set of three 45 0195 38 Lawn Sweeper 45 0222 Heavy Duty Lawn Roller 45 0179 Heavy Duty D...

Page 26: ...f the wire strands have not been damaged Note Look for a wire pinched between body panels burned by the exhaust pipe or muffler or rubbed against a moving part 5 Engine should have a black ground wire running from engine to frame or mounting bolt 1 Check operator s manual for correct position for throttle control and choke for starting 2 Gasoline tank empty Fill tank 3 Remove and clean fuel line R...

Page 27: ...YOURNOTES Date Comments 27 ...

Page 28: ...ems such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or d MTD LLC does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD LLC s authorized channels of export distribution e Parts that are n...

Page 29: ...ster meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine ...

Page 30: ...e seat pivot bracket A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Model Number Serial Number MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 220 4683 www mtdproducts com 800 800 731 0 Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible fo...

Page 31: ...ople before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse and backing up Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the chute guard in place Slow down before turning...

Page 32: ... attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of an adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades off They may fall off and be s...

Page 33: ...ocooldown before touching Donotchange theengine governor settings or overspeed theengine Excessive engine speeds aredangerous Observe proper disposal lawsandregulations Improper disposal offluidsandmaterials canharm theenvironment andtheecology Priortodisposal determine theproper method to dispose ofwastefromyourlocalEnvironmental Protection Agency Recycling centers are established toproperly disp...

Page 34: ... with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing 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 ...

Page 35: ...CHING THE DECK WHEELS if not already attached 46 Deck Only Deck Wheels are Not Shown Front Axle Bolts 3 114 _Long 738 3056 S I ATTACHING THE CUTTING DECK Clevis Pin _ _ 711 0701 Small Hairpin Clip 714 0104 Flat Washers 112 I D 736 0192 NOTE This hardware may be assembled to the deck Spacers 750 0932A Hairpin Clips 714 0101 atWas ers 112 I o _ _ _ 736 o192 __ Cupped ____ Washers 318 I D 736 0105 Wa...

Page 36: ...y splatter into the eyes or onto the face rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water A list of antidotes are given below If there is any further discomfort seek medical attention Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten eggs or vegetable oil If discomfort persists call physi cian immediately EYES Flush wi...

Page 37: ... 1750 725 1706 Charging Duration 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour 1 Hour Amperes 2 3 6 6 6 6 NOTE If you charge the battery at a lower AMP rate use a hydrometer to make sure the battery is completely charged The hydrometer should read 1 260 minimum at an electrolyte temperature of 60 110 F Do not charge at more than 6 amps Attaching Steering Wheel The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been ...

Page 38: ...slide seat in until front seat spacer engages seat stop _ ARNING Quick adjustment seat only Before operating tractor stand behind the seat and pull back on it to make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop Attaching DeckLinks Hardware A The three adjustable deck links have been shipped unassembled Attach as follows Start 1 2 hex nuts on eyebolts until nuts are flushed with ends of eyebolts See ...

Page 39: ...stabilizers and the diagonal brace See Figure 11A Place a spacer on the left end of the cross bar Pull the bar to the right until the spacer is flushed with the end of the bar as shown in Figure 11B Lift assembly and slide the cross bar into one of the holes on the left side of frame Secure with hairpin clip removed earlier 46 Deck Use the rear set of holes 50 Deck Use the forward set of holes Pla...

Page 40: ...levis pin and small hairpin clip using the hole in the idler bracket as shown in Figure 14 _ _ Clevis Pin Brake _ Cable L h Idle_rBracket Hairpin Clip _ _o Figure 14 Attaching ChuteDeflector _ WARNING Do not operate the tractor unless the chute deflector has been properly installed 50 Deck only Remove the bolts nuts and cupped washers which are attached to the deck next to the chute opening Place ...

Page 41: ... two front links to obtain this distance Installing theBattery Type A Battery NOTE If battery is put into service after date shown on top of battery charge for minimum 1hour at 6 amps Wing Nut Wing Nut Black Positive Terminal Positive Cable Red Negative Terminal Figure 18 Lift the hood of the tractor Remove wing nuts from the hold down rods securing battery cover to the battery Remove plastic cove...

Page 42: ...e the clamp Do not overtighten which could collapse the drain tube NOTE The vented battery allows any gases or liquid from the battery to be drained onto the ground Trim end of drain tube if more than 1 inch extends below the frame FinalAssembly Make certain all nuts and bolts are tightened securely SelfiTapping _Mounting Screw Clamp Figure 19 14 ...

Page 43: ...Brake Pedal Throttle Control Parking Brake Ammeter Lever hift Lever Speed Control Lever _ Gas Cap Figure 20 Ignition Key The ignition key switch is located on the dashboard To start the engine turn the key clockwise to the START position Once the engine has cranked put the key in the ON position To stop the engine turn the key to the OFF position To prevent accidental starting remove key from the ...

Page 44: ...ge and disengage the power to the attachments To engage the PTO lift the lever slowly and lock it into the notch IMPORTANT The PTO lever must be inthe disengaged position down when starting the engine when shifting into reverse and if the operator leaves the seat ShiftLever The shift lever is located in the center of the console and has four positions HIGH LOW NEUTRAL and REVERSE Depress the clutc...

Page 45: ...vent the engine from cranking or starting unless the clutch brake pedal is depressed and the PTO lever is in the disengaged position In addition the PTO lever must be in the disengaged position when the unit is put into reverse or the engine will shut off If the operator leaves the seat with the PTO lever engaged and or without setting the parking brake the engine will automatically shut off _b WA...

Page 46: ... too wet NOTE By shutting off the engine before disembarking you will also avoid the possibility of browning the grass The browning is caused when grass is exposed to hot exhaust gases from a running engine _ ARNING Before leaving the operator s position for any reason disengage the blades place the shift lever in neutral engage the parking brake shut engine off and remove key If unit stalls with ...

Page 47: ...speed control adjustment is needed adjust the speed control links as follows A 3 4 shim or suitable spacer is required Start the engine Place the shift lever in neutral position Place the speed control lever in highest speed position Release the clutch brake pedal completely then slowly depress the pedal all the way to park position Hold the pedal in this position Turn the engine off After engine ...

Page 48: ...e seat loosen the four screws on the bottom of the seat Refer to Figure 4 Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the four screws Steering Wheel If the tractor turns tighter in one direction compared to the other the steering drag link must be adjusted To adjust the drag link follow these steps See Figure 23 Loosen hex jam nut called out in Figure 23 at the rear of the ball joint L...

Page 49: ...heels should toe in between 1 16 5 16 inch Dimension B should be approximately 1 16 5 16 less than Dimension A See Figure 26 Adjust the tie rod assembly for correct toe in Some units have adjustable tie rods so the toe in can be adjusted To adjust the toe in on these units follow these steps Remove hairpin clip and washer and drop the end of the tie rod from the axle bracket See Figure 25 Loosen t...

Page 50: ...ad and follow instructions carefully Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty condition To service air cleaner refer to the engine manual The spark plugs should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specificati...

Page 51: ...remove deposits Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion BatteryFailures Common causes for battery failure are initial activation not done correctly lack of water adding chemicals other than water after initial activation undercharging overcharging corroded connections freezing These failures do not constitute warranty work Tires Maximum tire pressure u...

Page 52: ...e belt keeper assembly forward and out of the way See Figure 29 Pulley Figure 30 SECTION 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days prepare for storage as follows Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly NOTE We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit They may cause damage to electric components spindles p...

Page 53: ...4 100 lb Wheel Weights OEM 190 784 Front Bumper Kit OEM 190 226 Sleeve Hitch Kit OEM 190 929 28 PTO Driven Rear Mounted Tiller OEM 190 757 38 8 HP Rear Mounted Tiller OEM 190 758 Electric Lift Kit OEM 190 749 10 Moldboard Plow OEM 190 978 Single Disc Harrow OEM 190 980 Row Crop Cultivator OEM 190 984 Gang Reel Set of three 45 0195 38 Lawn Sweeper 45 0222 Heavy Duty Lawn Roller 45 0179 Heavy Duty D...

Page 54: ...f the wire strands have not been damaged Note Look for a wire pinched between body panels burned by the exhaust pipe or muffler or rubbed against a moving part 5 Engine should have a black ground wire running from engine to frame or mounting bolt 1 Check operator s manual for correct position for throttle control and choke for starting 2 Gasoline tank empty Fill tank 3 Remove and clean fuel line R...

Page 55: ...YOURNOTES Date Comments 27 ...

Page 56: ...ems such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or d MTD LLC does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD LLC s authorized channels of export distribution e Parts that are n...