Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Push Mower — Model Series A00, A10, A20, B00, B10, & B20 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. LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITÉE, 2955, JEAN-BAPTISTE DESCHAMPS, LACHINE, QUEBEC H8T 1C5 MTD LLC, P.O.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing your new equipment. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. The manufacturer reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine.
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. 13. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; release the handle immediately. 14. a. Step back from mower to fully extend your arms. b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing. c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you. d. Repeat these steps as needed.
Service 3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!” 4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
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 on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(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.
d line dotte (repr esent ing a 15° s lope) or a fence post 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 slopes, never up and down slopes.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Grass Catcher† • One Bottle of Oil One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Side Discharge Chute† † If Equipped NOTE: Please be aware that this Operator’s Manual covers both the low and high wheel models of this mower. While this manual illustrates the low wheel model, the instructions and features are equally applicable to the high wheel model as well, unless otherwise noted. b.
2. Remove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Fig. 3-3. C C Figure 3-5 4. Figure 3-3 3. Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: a. Pull upward on the handle until holes in lower handle (shown in Fig. 3-3 deck cutaway) line up with holes in handle bracket. See Fig. 3-4. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope guide. See Fig. 3-6. a. Hold blade control against upper handle. b.
b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame. See Fig. 3-7. Side Discharge Chute (If Equipped) Your mower may be shipped as a mulcher. To convert to side discharge, make sure grass catcher (if equipped) is off of the unit and rear discharge door (if equipped) is closed. 1. On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See Figure 3-9. Side Mulching Plug 1 2 Figure 3-7 2. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: a. Lift rear discharge door. b.
Adjustments Handle Pitch (If Equipped) Cutting Height For convenience of operation, you may be able to adjust the pitch of the handle as follows: There is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the front and rear right wheel. 1. 1. Pull the height adjustment lever towards wheel. 2. Move lever to desired position for a change in cutting height. See Fig. 3-10 and Fig. 3-10A. Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from handle. See Fig. 3-11.
4 Controls and Features Blade Control Recoil Starter Grass Catcher Side Discharge Chute Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Mulch Plug Figure 4-1 Blade Control Mulch Plug (If Equipped) The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade. The mulch plug is used for mulching purposes.
5 Operation Starting & Stopping Engine Using Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Refer to the Engine Operator’s manual packed with your lawn mower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are operating the mower. Using Your Lawn Mower 1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the “Assembly & Set-Up” section. Grass clippings will automatically collect in bag as you run mower. Operate mower till grass bag is full. 2.
6 Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance 2. If your mower is equipped with ball bearing wheels, lubricate at least once a season with a light oil, all other types require no lubrication. However, if the wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light automotive oil. 3. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication. General Recommendations 1.
Engine Deck Wash (If Equipped) 1. Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions. Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. 2. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 3.
7 Service Blade Care 5. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary. Follow the steps below for blade service. Lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil. Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the adapter such that the side of the blade marked “Bottom” (or with part number) faces the ground when the mower is in the operating position.
8 Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Cause 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. 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 in the Operation section. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Blocked fuel line. 6. Clean fuel line. 7. Engine flooded. 7.
9 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 634-04607 734-04562 634-04642 Wheel (Front - 7” X 2”, S-Wave) Wheel (Front - 7” x 1.8”, Bar) Wheel (Front - 7” x 2”, SL:Z) 734-04568 734-04563 634-04630 734-04014C Wheel (Rear - 8” x 2.125” SL:Z) Wheel (Rear - 8” x 1.8”, Bar) Wheel (Rear - 11” x 2”, SL:Z) Wheel (Rear - 8” x 2.
FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, n
6. The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. 7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part. 8.
For equipment purchased in Canada only. THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”).
For equipment purchased in United States only. CONSUMER’S WARRANTY COLUMBIA OUTDOOR THREE YEARS- 120 Hrs. LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years-120 hrs. whichever come first, from the date of original purchase of COLUMBIA products, COLUMBIA will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part found to be defective in material and workmanship.
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