Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty L Self Propelled Mower m Model 26M MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.
1 ToTheOwner ThankYou Thank you for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual It instructs prior to operating you how to safely and easily set up, operate maintain your machine.
2 importantSafeOperationPractices WARNING: This symbol could endanger all instructions points out important the personal safety and/or in this manual with these instructions before property attempting may result in personal When you see this symbol. safety instructions of yourself to operate which, if not followed, and others. this machine. Read and follow Failure to comply injury.
12. Amissing ordamaged discharge cover cancause blade contact orthrown object injuries. 13. Many injuries occur asaresult ofthemower beingpulled overthefootduring afallcaused byslipping ortripping. Donotholdontothemower ifyouarefalling; release the handle immediately. 14. Never pullthemower back toward youwhileyouare walking. Ifyoumustback themower away fromawallor obstruction firstlookdownandbehind toavoid tripping andthenfollowthese steps: a. Stepback frommower tofullyextend yourarms. b.
Service 3. Check the blade and engine intervals To avoid personal care in handling injury or property damage gasoline. Gasoline is extremely can ignite. Wash your skin and change flammable clothes original 3. Use only an approved Never fill containers gasoline container. inside a vehicle 4. Remove gas-powered equipment Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight equipment 7. trailer and refuel it on the ground.
SparkArrestor Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate may include the following Modification (EM), Oxidizing Injection on regular emission unleaded control gasoline, and internal combustion engine and should not be used WARNING: This machine is equipped with an on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush i_ll systems: Engine Catalyst (OC), Secondary A
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear machine before attempting to assemble and operate. on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, assemble and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to and operate DANGER -- ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate or grass catcher is in its proper place.
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3 Assembly& Set-Up Contents of Carton One Lawn Mower One Lawn Mower Assembly 2. NOTE:This unit is shipped without gasoline Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed manual Operator's BEFORE operating or oil in the engine. in the accompanying Perform a. One Bottle Manual the following Lift the upper sequence engine for handle setup: handle up from folded pull it to extended position Fig. 3-2. The handle should your mower.
3. If satisfied with height of handle, tighten wing nuts at the ends of the lower handle shown in Fig. 3-3. For convenience of operating, you may adjust the handle height by removing the wing nuts and removing the lower handle. 5. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures it to the upper handle. Refer to Fig. 3-5. Figure 3-5 Figure 3-3 a. b. Position each handle bracket stud into the top hole in the lower handle. See Fig. 3-3 inset.
Mulching Baffle (If Equipped) 1. Install mulching followJng a. Adjustments baffle on the fight side of the mower CuttingHeight the steps below: Lift up and hold the side-discharge chute deflector and insert bottom lip of the mulching baffle inside the chute opening 1. Each wheel has a height adjustment cutting See Fig. 3-6. lever to change the height of the mower. a. Depress height adjustment b. Slide lever to desired lever towards position wheel. for a change in cutting height.
4 Controls and Features Drive Control Recoil Starter _ Mulching Baffle Cutting Height Adjustment Levers J Figure 4-1 BladeControl RecoilStarter The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. unit. Release it to stop engine and blade.
Operation Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower. 1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze and hold the blade control against upper handle. 2.
Maintenance& Adjustments Maintenance 4. The transmission is pre-lubricated and does not require General Recommendations Always observe maintenance. The warranty 5. safety rules when performing any of engine-governed does not cover items that Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent build-up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below for this job. 1. speed will void engine Periodically should 2.
7 Service Blade Care 5. Lubricate the engine the blade adapter WARNING: sharpening When removing or replacement, the cutting protect blade for inspect the blade adapter strike a foreign object. Replace when below for blade service. 1. for cracks, especially necessary. part number) Disconnect spark plug boot from spark plug. Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are facing up. 2.
4. Lift mower to access belt from underside belt off of engine pulley and a round of mower. Slide the blade. See Fig. 7-3. Off-SeasonStorage The following for storage. steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower Clean and lubricate mower lubrication instructions. thoroughly Do not use a pressure washer or garden unit. Coat mower's cutting as described in the hose to clean your blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Cause 1. Remedy Blade control disengaged. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark boot. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer). 4. Prime engine as instructed section. in the Operation 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Blocked fuel line. 6. Clean fuel line. Z Engine flooded. Z Waita few mmutes to restart, butdo not prime.
Problem Cause Uneven cut 1. Wheels not positioned Remedy correctly. 1. Place all four wheels in same height (if equipped 2. Dull blade. i : SECTION 8 -- TROUBLESHOOTING with individual position height adjusters). 2. Sharpen or replace blade.
EngineOperation Fuel Cap \ Air Cleaner Grip Oil Drain Spark Plug Figure 9=1 Pre-0perationCheck Oil Recommendations NOTE:This engine is shipped engine. Running the engine serious engine damage Before starting without with insufficient engine, is about 20 oz. Use a 4-stroke, or an equivalent motor oil certified 20 Oil mlmlllm Iilmllm high detergent, SG/SF. on the for general, all temperature in your area from m,3o premium U.S.
Check0il Level CheckFuel Level NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the 1. Clean around 2. Fill tank to approximately engine stopped. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick Fig. 9-2. clean. See neck to allow fuel fill before removing 1-inch below for fuel expansion. NOTE: Before refueling, cap to fuel. lowest portion of Be careful not to overfill. allow engine to cool 2 minutes. Starting TheEngine _ 1.
1 EngineMaintenance Periodic any maintenance. To prevent accidental ARNING: the Shut offthe disconnect spark plug engine boot. before _ inspection If engine must be tipped to transport of the engine is essential is to be maintained. Regular maintenance will also ensure a long service life.
AirCleanerService Oil Service Check oil level regularly. Paper filters cannot Be sure correct or every 100 operating dusty conditions. oil level is maintained. hours or daily before starting procedure in the Operation engine. Check every five See oil checking be cleaned and must be replaced section. solvents for cleaning thegasoline air cleaner element. A fire WARNING: Never use or low flash point or explosion could result.
SparkPlugService 3_ necessary by bending side electrode. should be set to 0.030 in. plug removed. DODONOT NOT crankforengine WARNING: check spark _ Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as See Fig. 10-4. The gap with with spark spark plug removed. To ensure proper engine operation, properly and free of deposits. 1. gapped the spark plug must be Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench Electrode to remove the plug. See Fig. 10-3.
Fuel Filter Service The fuel filter cannot Storage be cleaned year or every 100 operating gasoline. 1. 2. and must be replaced once a hours; more often if run with old Remove all fuel from tank by running from lack of fuel. engine Engines stored between until it stops in fuel system or on essential your engine deteriorates Remove c-clamp from fuel line and remove tank outlet. See Fig. 10-5.
The EZ Start Promise Provisions of Your Limited Warranty In addition to the other terms and conditions of the Limited Warranty applicable to your new mower, MTD LLC ("MTD") hereby warrants that your mower's engine will start on the first or second attempt by an able-bodied adult (subject to the limitations described below) for the duration of the manufacturer's limited warranty applicable to your product.
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Model26M Ref NO. 1. R°fI Part Number Drive Control 32. 687-02196A Blade Adapter 33. 942-0642A 22" Standard Blade 942-0742A± 22" Mulching Blade 34. 732-1026 Spring Lever 710-04694 Seres Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.5 I Part Number 747-1214 Description 2. 747-1161A-0637 Blade Control 3. 746-04300 Blade Control Cable 4. 746-04304 Drive Control Cable NO, Description 5. 749-I092A-0637 Upper Handle 35. 6. 710-1205 Eye Bolt 36. 782-0584-0637 Forward 7.
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MTD CONSUMER GROUP (MTD) and the United States Environment Emission (Owner's Control System Warranty Defect Warranty Protection Agency (U. S. EPA) Statement Rights and Obligations) The U. S. EPAand MTDare pleasedto explaintheemissionscontrolsystemwarrantyon your modelyear 2005and latersmalloff-roadengine. New smalloff-roadenginesmustbe designed,builtand equippedto meetthe stringentanti-smogstandards.
(7)Theengine manufacturer isliable fordamages toother engine components proximately caused byafailure under warranty ofanywarranted part. (8)Throughout theengine's warranty period defined inSubsection (a)(2), MTD willmaintain a supply ofwarranted partssufficient tomeet the expected demand forsuchparts. (9)Anyreplacement partmaybeused intheperformance ofanywarranty maintenance orrepairs andmust beprovided without charge tothe owner. Suchusewillnotreduce thewarranty obligations ofMTD.
MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canadaand/ or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, "MTD").
