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Assembly

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NOTE

: All references to right or left side of the mower are from the operator’s position behind the unit.

IMPORTANT

: The assembly instructions were written for persons with some mechanical ability and experience. All steps 

are not included in these instructions. Persons with some mechanical ability are familiar with tightening fasteners so these 
steps are not included. Do not attempt to assemble beyond your ability.

This mower was assembled at the factory with the exception of a few parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To 
ensure safe and proper operation of this mower, all parts and hardware assembled must be tightened securely. Always 
use the correct tools to ensure proper tightness. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the 
assembly have been\placed in the parts bag.

WARNING

Do not operate the mower if it is damaged or not securely and fully assembled.

IMPORTANT:

 DO NOT ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE COMPLETING THE ASSEMBLY STEPS BELOW. DURING AS-

SEMBLY THE ENGINE MAY BE TIPPED FOR EXTENDED TIMES. OIL CAN DRAIN INTO THE UPPER PART OF THE 
ENGINE CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STARTING ENGINE.

PARTS INCLUDED WITH THE PACKED MOWER

NOTE:

 Hardware not shown full size.

Item 

No.

Description

Qty

1 (J)

Screw 5/16-18 round head square neck

2

2 (K)

Knob 5/16-18 Locking

2

3 (H)

Starter Rope Guide

1

4 (N)

Locknut 1/4-20 hex nylon insert flange

1

5 (F)

Mulch Cover

1

6

Oil, 20 fl. oz. (592 ml)

1

not 

shown

Manual, Owners

1

Manual, Engine

1

TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON  (FIG. 1)

1. Remove loose parts included with mower.
2. Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel  

  down flat.

3. Remove all packing materials except padding between  
  upper and lower handle (B) and padding holding blade  
  control lever (A) to upper handle.
4. Roll mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for
  additional loose parts.

J

N

F

H

6

Fig. 1

K

Summary of Contents for SM2223

Page 1: ...e Model No ___________________ Mfg Date Code _______________________ Date of Purchase Attach a copy of your sales receipt Consumer Toll Free Number 1 800 737 2112 KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...

Page 2: ...not recommended Refer to Engine Owner s Manual for engine specifications MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS This walk behind mower conforms to the safety standards of the American National Standards Insti...

Page 3: ...rn you Do not touch DANGER KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY DANGER The mower is capable of amputating hands and feet To avoid risk or serious injury do not put hands or feet near or under the mower Keep clear...

Page 4: ...rect discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Do not operate the mower without proper guards plates gra...

Page 5: ...ner opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten...

Page 6: ...his guide and do not mow on a slope greater than 15 degrees A 15 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approximately 2 5 feet 0 76 meters in 10 feet 3 05 meters WARNING Slopes are a major...

Page 7: ...g Mower From Side Discharge to Mulch Plug paragraph under Operation Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before starting To be able to operate your mower safe...

Page 8: ...such as nuts washers bolts etc necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag WARNING Do not operate the mower if it is damaged or not securely and fully assembled IMPORTANT DO N...

Page 9: ...dle 3 Insert screws J found in parts bag into top holes of the handle brackets L and secure with knobs K found in parts bag B L G G A Fig 2 4 Tighten both handle knobs K 5 Tighten both handle knobs G...

Page 10: ...erfor mance It is not adjustable ENGINE CONTROL WARNING Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury Do not under a...

Page 11: ...te deflector at any time To convert the mower from side discharge to mulching Operation Continued Save all instructions Fig 6a 2 Insert the small tab at the top of the Mulch Cover first and lower the...

Page 12: ...Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the mower Extin guish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never refuel while using a cell phone Never refuel the mower indoors Refuel o...

Page 13: ...hen mowing very tall grass adjust the mower height to its highest setting and make a first cut Adjust mower to the desired height of the second cut B Fig 7 A G TO START THE ENGINE FIG 7 NOTE Due to pr...

Page 14: ...ll attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly Refer to the separate...

Page 15: ...a factory replacement blade CAUTION Use only a replacement blade shown in the Repair Parts section of this manual Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your mower is hazardous could damage...

Page 16: ...Storage Save all instructions Immediately prepare your mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more NOTE If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates d...

Page 17: ...vice air filter See Engine Owner s Manual 5 Clear vent in fuel cap 6 Remove fuel filter Inspect Replace if necessary See Engine Owner s Manual 7 Clear or replace fuel line See Engine Owner s Manual 8...

Page 18: ...ed by the law of the jurisdiction that governs the sale of the product this express warranty excludes any and all other expressed warranties and limits the duration of any and all implied warranties i...

Page 19: ...ontrol System Warranty is transferable to each subsequent purchaser for the duration of the warranty period Emission Control System Warranty repairs or replacements will be made without charge for dia...

Page 20: ...not cover the regular replacement of normal maintenance items made in connection with required maintenance services after the item s first scheduled replacement as set forth in the Operator s Manual...

Page 21: ...ree at 1 800 737 2112 Copyright 2014 MAT Engine Technologies LLC ENG 21 Repair Parts MODEL NUMBER SM2223 35 36 30 39 38 20 21 37 32 31 27 28 40 22 26 25 11 10 12 9 8 8 2 24 23 4 3 1 5 17 13 19 14 18 4...

Page 22: ...202412 Height Adjuster Asm 2 EA 18 A202413 Height Adjuster Asm 2 EA 19 A202416 Nut Hex Prevailing Torque Lock 3 8 16 4 EA 20 A202149 Engine Rato 170 CC 3 15 Shaft 1 EA 21 A202974 Engine Spacer Assembl...

Page 23: ...pair Parts Decal Group Item Part No Description Qty 1 A202285 Label Decorative SOUTHLAND 1 2 A202448 Label Danger Cut Finger 1 3 A202275 Label Decorative Made in USA 1 4 A202267 Label Decorative 173CC...

Page 24: ...O QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Cover Cylinder Head A201566 A201566 1 2 Gasket Cylinder Head Cover A201567 A201567 1 3 Gasket Cylinder Head A203182 A203182 1 4 Bolt M6 x 12 A201570 A201570 4 5 Plug Spark A201233 A2...

Page 25: ...A201570 A201570 2 3 Bolt M6 X M12 A201570 A201570 1 4 Bracket Fuel Tank Right A 201580 A201580 1 5 Seal Oil A201599 A201599 1 6 Bolt M6 X M12 A201570 A201570 2 7 Plate Breath Groove Cover A201584 A20...

Page 26: ...IR PARTS CRANKCASE COVER REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Gasket Crankcase A203183 A203183 1 2 Pin A201593 A201593 2 3 Block Returning Oil A201595 A201595 1 4 Bolt M6 x 12 A201570 A201570 1...

Page 27: ...EPA3 1 Ring The First Reference Only Reference Only 1 2 Ring The Second Reference Only Reference Only 1 3 Ring Set Oil Reference Only Reference Only 1 4 Piston Reference Only Reference Only 1 5 Clip P...

Page 28: ...2 Copyright 2014 MAT Engine Technologies LLC ENG 28 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS CAMSHAFT REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Valve Intake A203186 A203186 1 2 Tappet Valve A201630 A20...

Page 29: ...Technologies LLC ENG 29 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ENGINE SHROUD REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Housing Engine Cover A201761 A201761 1 2 Shroud Engine A201636 A201636 1 3 Screw...

Page 30: ...800 737 2112 Copyright 2014 MAT Engine Technologies LLC ENG 30 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS RECOIL STARTER REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Nut Hex Flange A201324 A201324 3 2 Star...

Page 31: ...ght 2014 MAT Engine Technologies LLC ENG 31 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS CARBURETOR REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Carburetor Gasket Kit A203189 A203189 1 2 Carburetor Assy A2031...

Page 32: ...Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS AIR FILTER REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Gasket Air Cleaner A201696 A201696 1 2 Tube Breather A201697 A201697 1 3 Nut A201324 A201324 2 4 Kit Air Filter Ho...

Page 33: ...33 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS FLYWHEEL IGNITION REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Nut Flywheel A201685 A201685 1 2 Flywheel Subassembly A201687 A201687 1 3 Bolt A201688 A201688 1...

Page 34: ...air Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS FUEL TANK REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY EPA2 EPA3 1 Cap Fuel Tank A202482 A202482 1 2 Strainer Fuel A201722 A201722 1 3 Clamp A201723 A201723 1 4 Tube Fuel A201724...

Page 35: ...AIR PARTS ENGINE LABELS REF NO DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY 1 Decal Air Filter Maintenance Reference Only 1 2 Decal Hot Surface Warning Reference Only 1 3 Decal Fuel Usage Reference Only 1 4 Decal Outdoor...

Page 36: ...If you have a question or problem CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 737 2112 Copyright 2014 MAT Engine Technologies LLC...

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