YARD OPERATOR'S MANUAL 22" Rotary Mower Model Series Z080 _ii_, i!i!i!i!i _ ,, MTD"W ..... _!i!i!i!i!i!i IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY iiii RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS _ iiiiiiii CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower ........................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower .................................................................................... 8 Operating Your Lawn Mower ............
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES 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 - heed its warning.
complete stopbefore removing thegrasscatcher or doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may unclogging thechute.Thecuttingblade continues to obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower. rotate forafewseconds aftertheengine isshutoff.Never placeanypartofthebodyinthebladeareauntilyouare Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. surethebladehasstopped rotating. 6. 20.
3. Check thebladeandengine mounting boltsatfrequent 9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover,andtrail intervals forproper tightness. Also,visually inspect blade shield aresubject towearanddamage whichcould fordamage (e.g.,bent,cracked, worn)Replace blade expose moving partsorallowobjects tobethrown. For withtheoriginal equipment manufacture's (O.EM.)blade safety protection, frequently check components and only,listedinthismanual.
SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE ' ql A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST _D O 15 ° 03 .£ ._. 5cO O3 WARNING CO • ¢0 _ 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 CO O a. r_ --_ o, '-_ "= _ C and you overturn Operate Operate could slip, resulting in seriousIf operating injury. and cause serious injury.
SECTION3: ASSEMBLING YOURLAWNMOWER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. Using a pair of pliers, squeeze each leg of the lower handle against the handle mounting brackets. Insert each hairpin clip into the inner hole on the weld pins. See Figure 2. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position.
Release the chute deflector. Raise Chute Deflector Retainer Figure 4 InstallingMulchingBaffle (If Equipped) If your mower is equipped with the optional mulching baffle, install it following these instructions: Lift chute deflector and insert the mulching baffle so that the notches at the bottom of the baffle sit firmly on the lip of the discharge opening. See Figure 5. Snap hooks of the baffle over the hinge pin on the chute deflector.
SECTION5: OPERATING YOURLAWNMOWER TowardsBetterMowerPerformance 1. Pour fresh, clean gasoline into the mower's gas tank until the tank is full. Do not use gasoline that is more than 30 days old. 2. Always use a fuel stabilizer. It will double the life of the gasoline used. 3. Make sure to connect the mower's spark plug wire before trying to start the engine. 4. Add engine oil to the oil fill on the mower engine. Check the dipstick and add more if necessary.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower. Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired. Mulching For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck, preventing proper mulching of grass clippings.
SECTION7: MAINTAINING YOURLAWNMOWER GeneralRecommendations Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. All adjustments in the Making Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight. Follow the maintenance schedule under Customer Responsibilities to get quality performance from your lawn mower. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
Engine: Follow the separate engine manual packed with you unit for lubrication instructions. Blade Adapter"_ Maintenance NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep the spark plug side of engine up. Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem. Blade Bell x Bolt Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions.
SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. 2. 3. 4. Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. 1. 2. 3. 4. Engage blade control handle. Connect wire to spark plug. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clean fuel line. 5. 6. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded 5. 6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not prime. 1. 2. Spark plug wire loose.
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ModelSeriesZ080 Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part Description 1. 747-1161A Control Handle 20, 2. 749-1092A 3. 746-0957 Upper Handle Control Cable 37,25" 21, 4. 720-0279 Handle Knob 5. 6. 710-1205 710-1174 Eye Bolt 7. 736-0451 8. 720-0284 Part No. Part Description 782-3025 Height Adj. Bracket LH 782-3024 Height Adj.
MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: YARD The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions territories. MTD warrants this product against and defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship.
