MTD Corded, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...on Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Operator s Manual 2 in 1 19 Corded Form No 769 05578A January 27 2010 ...

Page 2: ... be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine...

Page 3: ...nters area Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during 9 operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Double Insulated Lawn Mower Double insulation is a concept in the safety of electric lawn mowers which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord and grounded power suppl...

Page 4: ...rea until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating Never operate mower without proper trail shield discharge 23 chute grass catcher if provided motor blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working Never operate mower with damaged safety devices Failure to do so can result in personal injury Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protection should 24 be provided on t...

Page 5: ... 1 manufacturer OEM replacement parts listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the 2 blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the power cord when not in use and to prevent unintended starting Follow instructions for lubricating and ...

Page 6: ...ANUAL S Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher if provided is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately DANGER BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are around DANGER HAND FOOT CUT Keep ha...

Page 7: ... a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely WARNING Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes Do not mow on inclines 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 Operate riding mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes Operate walk behind mowers across the face of s...

Page 8: ...ce the bolts in the lower handle in the slots of the b handle bracket See Fig 3 1B Make sure the bolts in the lower handle are fully c positioned in the slots of the handle bracket See Fig 3 1C NOTE Make sure motor cord is clear of wing knobs before tightening Tighten the lower handle wing knobs See Fig 3 1D d NOTE Cord retainer may already be installed Slide the cord retainer if packed separately...

Page 9: ...to the upper handle below 2 the cord retainer See Fig 3 5 Secure the motor cord in the cord guide clamps 3 Place the upper handle onto the lower handle keeping the 3 motor cord over the handles See Fig 3 3 For the lowest setting line up the top holes of the a upper handle with the holes on the lower handle For the medium setting line up the middle holes b of the upper handle with the holes on the ...

Page 10: ... cord into the power source receptacle outlet prior to routing it through the cord retainer and connecting the extension cord to the mower s cord outlet receptacle To properly route your extension cord through the cord retainer Approximately 14 to 16 inches from its end crease your 1 extension cord to form a tight loop Push the loop through the bottom hole in the cord 2 retainer See Fig 3 6 Positi...

Page 11: ...er The cord retainer is located on the lower handle of the mower The cord retainer secures your extension cord and safely limits its movement Overload Protection Switch The mower is equipped with an overload protection switch located on the motor blade control This overload protection switch may pop out when too much strain is placed on the motor Refer to the Maintenance Adjustments Section to res...

Page 12: ... circuit with a 15 ampere breaker NOTE To avoid tripping circuit breakers select an outlet on a circuit that is not overloaded Do NOT select an outlet that is on a circuit hosting appliances such as a refrigerator Stand behind the mower in the operating position 2 Press the orange starter button and hold it in See Fig 5 2 3 NOTE Starting the mower s motor also engages the blade While holding the s...

Page 13: ... repaired To prevent electric shock do not operate the mower in damp or wet conditions Always start from the point closest to the power source where the cord is connected Never mow around the lawn in circles travel back and forth across the lawn starting from the point closest to the outlet and then moving away from the outlet so the cord lies in the cut portion of the lawn out of the way Do not a...

Page 14: ...e the mower to water The underside of mower deck should be cleaned after each use as grass clippings leaves dirt and other debris will accumulate This accumulation of grass clippings etc is undesirable as it will promote rust and corrosion Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the 1 motor cover do not use water Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occasionally If debris has built up...

Page 15: ...te mower unless the trail shield is in place and working Never operate mower with damaged safety devices Failure to do so can result in personal injury The trail shield is subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check the trail shield and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s OEM part only listed...

Page 16: ...ade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the mower and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade Be certain...

Page 17: ... or garden hose to clean your unit Make certain the power supply is disconnected Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer Wipe extension cord to remove any foreign substance such as oil or stains Replace extension cord if cut or damaged in any way Wind cord in a series of equal loop...

Page 18: ...r take a smaller width of cut and walk slowly Connect to an outlet that is fused for 15 2 amperes Reset the circuit breaker and start the mower again Mower cutting grass unevenly Lawn rough or uneven 1 Move the wheels to a higher cutting height 1 position Mower not mulching properly Wet grass clippings stick to the underside of 1 the deck Wait till the grass dries before mowing 1 Hard to push High...

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Page 21: ...4237 Nut 32 731 07516 Strain Relief Bracket 33 731 07520 Strain Relief Cap 34 725 05071 Resistor 35 725 05119 Resistor Holder Ref Part Number Description 36 731 07599 Resistor Bracket 37 725 05118 Resistor Base 38 725 05121 Rectifier Heat Sink 39 749 04670 Upper Handle 40 731 07522 Handle Grip 41 749 04671 Lower Handle 42 731 07523 Cord Retainer 43 720 04145 Quick Release Handle 44 736 04488 Washe...

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Page 24: ...warranty Refer to applicable manufac turer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items 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 exposure d Service completed by someone other th...