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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Otraep Or ’s Mlauna
Model Series 610 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
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.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA Form No. 769-03633
(November 14, 2007)
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a lawn tractor manufactured by This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing performance when properly operated and maintained. laboratory. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your local authorized MTD service dealer Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. o
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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. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain v
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12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade Slope Operation contact or thrown object injuries. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over 13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes roads and while not cutting grass. require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. 14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roa
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a. Use only an approved gasoline container. Children b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck 1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place presence of children. Children are often attracted to the containers on the ground away from your vehicle machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand before filling. the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. c. When pract
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5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent Notice Regarding Emissions intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this m
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Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope) Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... or a fence post 15° Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. 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, neve
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A As ss se em mb bl ly & S y & Se et t-U -Up p 3 3 Shipping Brace Removal Tractor Set-Up NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product WARNING: Make sure the riding mower’s engine is specifications for various models. Characteristics and features off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable brake before removing the shipping brace. to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product • Locate the shipping
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Attaching The Seat Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available: • Standard Adjustment • Quick Adjustment • Knob Adjustment If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, refer to Fig. 3-5, Fig. 3-6, and Fig. 3-7 to identify your tractor’s seat style and follow the applicable instructions below to attach it. NOTE: For shipping reasons, seats are either fastened to the tractor seat’s pivot bracket with a plastic tie, or mounted backward to
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3. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with the 4. To adjust the position of the seat on models equipped with two knobs removed earlier. See Fig. 3-6. a seat adjustment lever, move the seat adjustment lever (located under the seat) to the left and slide the seat forward 4. To adjust the position of the seat on models so equipped, or rearward. See Fig. 3-8. Make sure seat is locked into loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat. Slide the seat forward or backward as desire
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2. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down and to Tire Pressure the left, to lock it in place. WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position maintained at all times. prior to operating the tractor. IMPORTANT: Never attempt to move the tractor manually The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping
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Controls and Features 4 Parking Brake PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Ammeter Hydrostatic Drive Pedal Ignition Switch Throttle/Choke Lever Cruise Control Module Seat Adjustment Lever (if equipped) Cup Holder Deck Lift Lever Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4-1 and described on the following pages. WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to
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Throttle Control Lever Ignition Switch The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the The ignition switch is activated to start the engine. Insert key tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position. and, on some models, when pushed all the way forward, the Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired. See choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will Fig. 4-
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Deck Lift Lever Drive Pedal Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to The drive pedal is located on the right side of change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to the tractor, along the running board. Depress the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application. the upper portion of the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to travel forward. Depress Brake Pedal the lower portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your right f
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PTO (Blade Engage) PTO (Blade Engage) Lever If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor’s The PTO (Blade Engage) lever is located on the left side of the engine, move PTO lever into the disengaged (OFF) position. dashboard next to the steering wheel. Move the PTO (Blade Engage) lever forward to engage the power to the cutting deck Oil or other (separately available) attachments; move the PTO It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is (Blade Engag
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Op Ope er ra at ti io on n 5 5 Models with Electric PTO (Blade Engage) • The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged. • With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the engaged (ON) position with
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3. Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular Starting the Engine Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module. The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig. 4-5. interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. 4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) eng
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1. Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and 1. Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control let the pedal up. and stop the tractor. 2. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position. 2. Lightly depress the drive pedal. To change the direction of travel to reverse when operating with IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the drive pedal to change the cruise control, depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always br
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first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge Mulching (If so equipped) to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a Select models come equipped with a mulch kit which better appearance to the lawn. incorporates special blades, already standard on the tractor, in a • Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites weed process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the growth and yellows quickly in dry weather. cutting deck. The ultra-fine cli
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Maintenance & Adjustments 6 5. Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the Maintenance oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.5 quart repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral capacity, to collect the used oil. position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove 6. Pinch the tabs on the oil drain valve, then pull outward to key to prevent uninte
