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Operator’s Manual
20” Rotary Mower
Model Series 020
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, 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). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Customer Support 2 Maintenance 11 Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Troubleshooting 14 Slope Gauge 5 Warranty 15 Setting Up 6 Parts List 16 Operating Your Lawn Mower 9 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new equipment. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model pla
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION 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. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle component
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8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will Slope Operation accumulate in the area. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can 9. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use the refueling. slope gauge included as part of this manual to mea
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FOLD ON DOTTED LINE, REPRESENTING A 15° SLOPE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST 15° DANGER 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. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury. Operate RIDING mowers up
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SECTION 3: SET-UP NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models of mowers. Follow instructions pertaining to your unit only. It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts. This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: Refe
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Spark Plug Wire 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug, and Spark Plug ground it against the engine. Wire 2. If engine is equipped with a rubber boot, attach rubber boot to a bolt on the engine to ground. See Figure 2. Spark Bolt Plug Attaching Lower Handle Wire Spark Plug (Hardware A) Figure 2 1. Raise the rear of the deck and place it on a block securely. 2. Place the lower handle over the deck aligning the lower two holes in the handle with the corresponding holes on the d
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Attaching Brake Cable Blade 1. Make certain the blade control handle is on the top of the Control upper handle. Handle 2. The brake cable is attached to the engine, and has a “Z” fitting on the loose end. Route the brake cable over the Snap lower handle. Snap the plastic fitting into the hole on the Fitting inside of the upper handle as shown in Figure 6. “Z” Fitting 3. Hook the “Z” end of the brake cable into the hole in the “Z” Fitting blade control handle from the outside to the inside a
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Attaching Chute Deflector Lock Nut Chute Flat Washer Deflector (Hardware D) CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without chute deflector or an approved grass catcher in place. The deflector will deflect a projectile thrown by the blade into the lawn. The chute deflector provided is a safety device. Do not operate the mower unless the chute deflector has been properly installed. Carriage Bolt 1. Place the chute deflector in position on the deck, aligning Figure 9 holes. See Figure 9. 2. Ins
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Before Starting Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed in your mower. Read instructions carefully. WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after running. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark plug wire, make certain the metal loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boo
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Operating Tips For best results, do not cut wet grass. New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a narrower cut. For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than one-third of the total length of the grass. Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth. Adjust ground speed according to the condition of the lawn. Cutting Height Adjustment Adjustment may be made by removing and moving axle bolts to desired position. Cutting heights will be raised as axle bolts are
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Cleaning Mower The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. Follow the steps below for this job. NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from the
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Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed below: Blade Mounting Torque Center Bolt 450 in. lb. min., 600 in.lb. max. To insure safe operation of your unit, ALL nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness. NOTE: Cutting grass in sandy soil condition causes abrasive wear to the blade. Off-Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. 1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. IMPORTANT:
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SECTION 6:TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged. 1. Engage blade control handle. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Blocked fuel line. 4. Clean fuel line. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Engine flooded 6. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not prime. Engine runs erratic 1. Spark plug wire loose. 1. Conne
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SECTION 7: MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: 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 Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and wor
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SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR SERIES 020/LISTE DE PIÈCES DETACHÉES SÉRIES 020 5 4 27 26 15 18 19 21 19 20 3 29 16 23 22 17 7 24 29 28 16 25 1 28 22 23 24 6 24 22 23 15 28 14 25 2 10 28 12 24 30 23 11 13 22 9 8 16
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REF PART NO. NO. N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SC RIP TIO N DE SC RIP TIO N 1 710-0654A Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 x .88 Vis autotaraudée 3/8-16 x 0,88 2 782-0048 20" Deck Tablier 20 po 3 749-04037 Lower Han dle Guidon inférieur 4 749-1092A Up per Han dle Guidon supérieur 5 747-1161A Bail Étier 6 731-0872B Rear Flap Abattant de pro tec tion arrière 7 17098 Hinge Clip Attache 8 710-1044 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. (Gr 8) Vis à tête hex. 3/8-24 x 1,5 po de lg (Qual. 8) 9 736-0524B Blade Bell Sup port Su
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