MTD 110-030 User Manual

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10 CENTS
Model Nos. 110-030
110-050 110-090
ROTARY MOWER
For one year from date of purchase, MTD Products, Inc., will replace 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
ranty 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, bat
tery 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 pro perly processed. It will not apply where the unit has been used commercially.
Warranty service is available through your local author
ized service dealer or distributor. UNDER NO CIRCUM
STANCES WILL THE RETURN OF A COMPLETE UNIT
BE ACCEPTED BY THE FACTORY UNLESS PRIOR
WRITTEN PERMISSION HAS BEEN EXTENDED.
Your rotary mower is a precision piece of power equip
ment, not a plaything. Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times.
1. Remove all sticks, stones, wire and other hazardous items from lawn before mowing. Such items are dangerous to both the mower and individuals in the vicinity of the mower.
2. Always disconnect spark plug cable during repairs or re fueling operations.
3. Always start engine from side opposite discharge chute.
4. NEVER place hands or feet under mower or near dis charge chute while engine is running.
5. Do not tilt mower at extreme angle while engine is run
ning. Cut grass on hills and banks sideways, not up and down.
6. Always stop engine when not cutting grass.
7. Do not fill gas tank while engine is running. Do.not spill
gasoline on hot engine.
8. Keep children and pets away from area at all times during mowing operation. Never allow mower to discharge grass
toward any person.
9. Do not attempt to start engine while mower is resting in high grass.
10. Check all nuts and bolts, particularly the blade bolts, for tightness. This is especially important during the initial operation period. Make this same check periodically thereafter.
NOTE: Should excessive vibration develop, check your blade and crankshaft immediately. Do not operate mower with an unbalanced blade, a damaged blade or a damaged crankshaft.
IVITID FR.01DXJCTS INC • 5389 west 130th ST. • P.O. box 2741 • CLEVELAND, OHIO 44111
FORM NO. 770-2382A
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UPPER HANDLES ORDER
CHROME 310-9364 WHITE 312-9363
When ordering parts give the following information:
1. Model number
2. Part number
3. Part name
4. Color of part
NOTE: Easy Height Adjuster MAY or MAY NOT be used on your unit.
LOWER HANDLES ORDER:
CHROME 310-7016 19" WHITE 312-7039 19" CHROME 310-703 6 22" WHITE 312-7040 22"
Ulus.
No.
34 35 36 37 38 39
40 40
Part
No.
310-7492 Wheel Pivot Bar 310-8313 305-7520 712-214 GRIPCO Locknut 3/8—24 Thread 710-209 Sems Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8—16 x 5/8 Long 710-362 Hex Bolt Special 738-102 Axle Bolt 310-9682 Index Plate R. H. 310-9683 Index Plate L. H.
Spring Lever Assembly Red Knobs
DESCRIPTION
WHERE LOOP HANDLES ARE USED ORDER: CHROME 310-7585
WHITE 312-7584
110-030 110-050 110-090
901-7969
KIT
19
20^
110-090 ONLY
CHANGE OIL
Change oil after first 5 hours of op­eration while-engine is warm. There­after change oil every 25 hours of
operation while engine is warm.
Engine may be drained through oil filler opening Be sure to replace
drain plug and oil filler cap.
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No.
1 2
n 0-030 Part No.
305-7470 310-8842
3 310-8841
710-606
4
901-7627
5
732-141
6
7 710-158
736-119
8
712-123
9
10
414-8754 11 736-105 12
710-113 13 710-117 14 15 16
17
18
19 20
736-169
748-100 712-123
714-365
736-119 21 22
312-7714 312-7581 312-7581 23 504-9392
24 305-7006 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33
738-213
714-507 714-507
312-7039
710-106
746-145
712-107
312-9363
305-7071
901-7969
110-050 Part No.
305-7470 310-8842
310-8841 710-606 901-7627
732-141
n 0-090
Part No.
305-7470 310-10029 310-9996 710-606 901-7627
732-141 710-158 710-158 736-119 736-119
712-123
712-123 414-8755 414-8756 736-105
736-105 710-113 710-113 710-117 736-169 748-100 712-123
714-365 736-119
710-117 736-169 748-100 Blade Adapter 712-123
710-148 394-9973 714-365 736-119
505-9392 503-9383 305-7006
738-213
741-114 738-213 714-507
312-7040 310-7036 710-106 710-106 746-145 712-107 312-9363 305-7071 901-7969
746-145 712-107
310-9364 305-7072
901-7969
DESCRIPTION
Knob Control Control Throttle (complete)
Control Bracket Assembly - Throttle a Hex Head Cap Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 (yellow) Ferrule Assembly (complete) Conduit and Wire - Throttle Hex Head Cap Screw 5/16-24 x 1-1/4 * Spring Lockwasher 5/16 Screw * Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thread * Deck Assembly Belleville'Washer 3/8 I.D. Hex Head Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1-5/8 long Hex Head Cap Screw 5/16-24 x 1 long Spring Lockwasher 3/8 Screw *
Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thread *
Self Tap Screw No. 8—32 x 3/8” long * Control Cover Hi Pro Key #H.P. 505 * Spring Lockwasher 5/16 Screw *
Blade Wheel Assembly Beatings Wheel Axle Bolt Cotter Pin 3/32 dia. x 3/4 long * Engine Handle Lower Hex Head Cap Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 long *
Cable Clip Hex Centerlock Nut 1/4-20 Thread * Handle Upper (2 required)
Grip
Blade Adapter Kit (Blade Not Included)
* For faster service obtain standard nuts, bolts and washers locally. If these items cannot be obtained
locally, order by part number and size as shown on parts list.
A Included in Part No. 310-8842 Control-Throttle (complete)
A Included in Part No. 310-10029 Control-Throttle (complete)
When ordering replacement parts, be sure to specify your mower model number, part number, description of part, and the number of parts required . . . Parts and service should be handled by your nearest authorized service firm as recommended by your dealer. Request for parts and service received at the factory will be forwarded to the appropriate Central Service Distributor in your area for handling.
NOTE! This instruction manual covers various models, and all accessories shown do not necessarily
apply to your model mower.
Find It Fast
MTD PRODUCTS INC extends its warranty only on the mower. If repairs or service is needed on the engine, please contact your nearest authorized engine service outlet. Check the “Yellow Pages” of your telephone book under “Engines — Gasoline.”
In The
'Yellow Pages'
FORM NO. 770-2382C
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ASSEMBLY
Your new mower is shipped completely assembled with the exception of the handle.
1. Remove lawn mower and all parts from carton. Make certain that all loose parts and literature are removed from carton before carton is discarded.
2. Extend throttle control assembly, which is attached to rear of mower and place on floor. CAUTION: Do not bend or kink control wire.
3. A. Snap lower handle into position on two lugs which extend from either side on the rear of the deck.
B. Assemble the two upper handle parts with cap screws
and locknuts provided in parts bag. The yellow cap screw should be used to attach throttle control assembly to upper handle as shown in diagram. Do not tighten nuts.
C. Attach upper handle assembly to lower handle with
cap screws and locknuts. Tighten all nuts. D. Secure control wire to lower handle with cable clips. E. (110-090) Place the plastic control cover over the
throttle control and secure with two self-tapping screws.
4. Check blade bolts for proper tightness.
LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug
wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of work on lawn mower.
WHEELS - Wheel bearings are of lifetime Fortiflex. They
require no lubrication.
THROTTLE - Periodically lubricate throttle control lever
and throttle wire assembly with a few drops of li^t oil (S.A.E. No. 10 or 20) for ease of operation.
ENGINE - Follow engine manual for lubrication instructions.
MAINTENANCE
CUTTING BLADE: The blade may easily be removed for
grinding or replacement as follows:
1. Remove bolt and lock washer holding blade and hub assembly to engine crankshaft.
2. Remove blade and hub assembly from engine crankshaft.
3. Remove two bolts, lock washers and nuts holding blade to blade hub.
When sharpening blade, follow the original angle of grind as
OPERATION
NOTE: For shipping purposes your mower is set with the
wheels in a low cutting height position. For best results raise the cutting position until it is determined which height is best for your lawn. See adjustments.
1. Service engine with gas and oil. See Engine Manual packed with lawn mower for complete instructions for the care and maintenance of engine. Read Directions Carefully.
2. When ready to start engine, place throttle control lever, on
handle, in “START” position and start engine in accord ance with instructions in Engine Manual. After engine
starts, move throttle control lever, on handle, to desired engine speed. The engine is stopped by placing control lever on handle in the “STOP” position.
3. Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. For
best results and to insure more even grass distribution, do not mow when lawn is excessively wet.
a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount ofgrindingto preventan unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds and may cause damage to the mower.
Upon reassembly, make certain all parts are assembled properly and tightened securely.
DECK - The underside of mower deck should be cleaned
after each period of use as grass clippings, leaves, dirt and other matter will accumulate. This accumulation of grass clippings, etc., is undesirable as it will invite rust and corrosion and may cause an uneven discharge of grass clippings at the next cutting. The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower forward or on its left side and scraping clean with a suitable tool or by washingwith a stream of water froma gardenhose. CAUTION: Do not direct the stream of water at a hot engine as damage to the engine may result.
ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn
mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire.
EASY CUTTING HEIGHT - An adjusting plate and thumb
lever at each wheel position provides cutting height adjust ment. Each adjusting plate has five holes. Height of cut will be changed when the thumb lever is moved from one hole to another. Simply depress thumb lever towards wheel and move wheel and lever assembly to desired position. Cutting height will be raised as lever is moved toward front and lowered as lever is moved toward rear. All wheels must be positioned in relative height of cut positions.
STANDARD CUTTING HEIGHT-Adjustment maybe made by
removing and movingwheel studs to desired position. Cutting heists will be raised as wheel studs are moved to a lower hole and lowered as wheel studs are moved to a higher hole in the deck. All wheel studs must be mounted in a relative position to the deck.
THROTTLE - If adjustment becomes necessary, the throttle
control wire assembly can be reset as follows:
1. Loosen, but do not remove, screw securing throttle control
wire assembly at engine.
2. Move throttle control lever on handle to “FAST” position.
3. Move lever, to which control wire is fastened at engine,
to full open position and retighten screw to secure throttle control wire assembly.
FORM NO. 770-23820 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
STORAGE - The following steps should be taken to prepare
lawn mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in
the preceding instructions.
2. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.
3. Coat mower’s cutting bladewith chassis grease to prevent rusting.
4. Place blocks under deck to raise tires clear of floor.
5. Store mower in a dry , clean area.
USING YOUR ROTARY MOWER
For the best results do not cut wet grass because it tends to
stick to the underside of the mower, thus preventing proper discharge of grass clippings. If wet grass must be cut, reduce engine speed and walking speed to help distribute the clip
pings more effectively. New grass should be treated as wet grass, otherwise a normal
walking speed is about the right pace for efficient mowing. The best mowing pattern is one that allows the clippings to
discharge towards the uncut part of the lawn. This permits recutting of the clippings to further pulverize them. When cutting high weeds, discharge towards cut portion then recut at right angles to first direction.
Lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth.
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