Bolens 413R User Manual

Owner's Operating

Service Instruction

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Manual

ASSEMBLY OPERATION REPAIR PARTS

Model No.

115-620A

For one year from date of purchase, MTD Products Inc will repi«» for the original purchaser, free
of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part or parts found to be defective in material
or workmanship. All transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement under this warranty
must be paid by the purchaser. This warranty does not include replacement of parts which become
inoperative through misuse, excessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance or alterations by
unauthorized persons. This warranty does not include the engine, motor, battery, battery charger or any
component parts thereof. For service on these units, refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty.

The above warranty will apply only to the original owner and will be effective only if the warranty

card has been properly processed. It will not apply where the unit has been used commercially.

Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. UNDER

NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE RETURN OF A COMPLETE UNIT BE ACCEPTED BY THE

FACTORY UNLESS PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION HAS BEEN EXTENDED.

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MTD PRODUCTS INC

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

5389 WEST 130th STREET

P. 0. BOX 2741 CLEVELAND OHIO 44111

FORM NO. 770-5616

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS

TRAINING

1. Read the Operating and Service Instruction Man
ual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the con
trols and the proper use of the equipment.

2. Never allow children to operate a power mower.

3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children and pets.

PREPARATION

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones and other foreign objects.

2. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial
footwear.

3. Check the fuel before starting the engine. Do not
fill the gasoline tank indoors, when the engine is

running, or while the engine is still hot. Wipe off

any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.

4. Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive

clutch on units so equipped before starting the en
gine.

5. Never attempt to make a wheel adjustment while

the engine is running.

6. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

7. Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Al

ways be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on
the handle and walk, never run.

5. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormal

ly, stop the engine and check immediately
for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

6. Stop the engine whenever you leave the equip
ment, before cleaning the mower housing, and
when making any repairs or inspections.

7. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make cer
tain the blade and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

8. Do not run the engine indoors.

9. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes
to a complete stop before removing the grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

10. Mow across the face of slopes, never up-and­down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep

slopes.

11. Always disconnect electric mowers (line operated)

before cleaning, repairing or adjusting.

12. Never operate mower without proper guards,

plates or other safety protective devices in place.

13. Keep washout ports and other mower-housing

service openings closed when mowTng.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

OPERATION

1. Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.

3. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drive,

walks or roads.

4. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove

wire from spark plug. Thoroughly inspect the mower
for any damage, and repair the damage before restart
ing and operating the mower.

1. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at

frequent intervals for proper tightness.

2. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

3. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the
tank inside of a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.

4. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of

grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

5. Check the grass catcher bag frequently for wear
or deterioration. Replace with new bag for safety
protection.

Please note that the chute deflector on
your mower is in an upright position.
It is held in that position by a shipping
block. This block is used for shipping
purposes only. It must be removed and
discarded before your mower is put
into operation.

Chute Deflector

Shipping Block to be Removed

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

FIGURE 2. LOWER HANDLE ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the loose hardware from the assembly
pack. You will need a screwdriver and a 5/16"

wrench, either a socket as shown in figure 1 or an
open end wrench.

2. Assemble the lower handle to the handle brackets
as shown in figure 2.

3. Secure the'handle with cotter hairpins on both
sides. See figure 2.

4. Place the handle panel over the lower handle and
fasten with the handle panel screw using a 5/16"
wrench. See figure 3.

5. Place the upper handle over the lower handle and
line up the holes as shown in figure 4.

6. Insert the curved head bolt from the inside and
tighten the knob by hand. See figure 4.

7. Place the throttle control in the handle panel and
assemble it with the two throttle screws using a
screwdriver. See figure 5.

8. Use the cable clip to fasten the throttle control wire
to the lower handle.

9. Check ALL nuts and bolts for correct tightness.

COTTE« HAIRPINS

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^ HANDLE PANEL

SCREW

FIGURE 3. HANDLE PANEL ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 4. UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY

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5.16" WRENCH

SCREWS CAIilC CUT

BOLTS

FIGURE 1. LOOSE HARDWARE AND TOOLS

FIGURE 5. THROTTLE CONTROL ASSEMBLY

NOTE

It may be necessary to spread the ends
of the lower handle outward slightly
to assure a snug fit against the bracket
mounting area.