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MODEL NOS.
ROTARY MOWER
113-060 113-070
IMPORTANT
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
TRAINING
Read the Operating and Service Instruction Manual
1.
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment.
Never allow children to operate a power mower.
2.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
3.
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 engine
(motor).
5. Never attempt to make a wheel adjustment while the
engine (motor) is running.
6. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
7. Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle
and walk, never run.
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
(motor), remove the wire from spark plug,
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and operating the
mower.
5.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
6.
Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the
equipment, before cleaning the mower housing, and
when making any repairs or inspections.
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain
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 (motor) 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-and-down.
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 mowing.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check the blade and the 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 bags frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace with new bags for safety
protection.
MTD PRODUCTS INC
5389 WEST 130th STREET
P.O.BOX 2741 CLEVELAND OHIO 44111
FORM NO. 770-4109
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FOR UPPER HANDLES ORDER:
CHROME - 9354
WHITE - 749-111
FOR LOWER HANDLE ORDER:
CHROME - 9357
WHITE - 749-114
113-060
113-070
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4-CYCLE ENGINE
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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REF.
NO.
PART NO.
113-060
PARTS LIST FOR MOWER MODELS 113-060 AND 113-070
COLOR
CODE
PART NO.
113-070
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
NEW
PART
1
2
3
4
5
6 None 11598 Throttle Control Assembly
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 742-123
17
18
19 710-117
20
21
22 734-480
23
24
25
26 711-555 711-555
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
None
None
None
11609
None
None
710-158
11904-463
None
712-798
736-169
714-365
10769
736.217
710-459
736-119
712-123
738-213
736-105
None
11130-463
726-106
11148-463
732-253
710-513
714-104
746-128
11190-463
9357 9357 Lower Handle
710-106
712-107 712-107 Hex Center Lock Nut 1/4—20 Thd.
9354 9354
None 7861
710-606
720-157 720-157 Grip
None
11609
731-180 None Plastic Label
7470
11602
732-141
None 7520
None 10949 Spring Lever Ass'y. w/Knob
None 736-219 Belleville Washer .400 I.D. x 1.13 O.D.
None 712-116 Hex Inserted Locknut 3/8—24 Thd.
None 710-209
None
None 10934
None
10769 10769 Blade Adapter Kit
11681-463 11681-463
710-192 Truss Hd. Mach. Scr. No. 10—24 x .38" Ig.
710-407
11604-463
11597 Throttle Control Assembly - Complete
7470
732-141 Conduit and Wire
710-158
11904-463
10950 Height Adjuster Ass'y. — Comp. L.H.
712-798
736-169
714-365 Hi Pro Key No. 505
10769
742-123
736-217 Spring Lockwasher 3/8" Scr. Heavy Duty
710-459
710-117 Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 5/16—24 x 1" Ig. Heat Treated
736-119
712-123
734-480 Wheel Ass'y. - Complete
738-102
736-105 Belleville Washer
10951 Height Adjuster Ass'y. — Complete R.H.
11130-463
726-106
11148-463
732-253
710-513 Hex Hd. Cap. Scr. 1/4-28 x .62" Ig. Nylock
714-104
746-128 Cable Clip
11190-463 Rear Protective Shield Ass’y.
710-106 Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 1/4—20 x 1-1/4" Ig. *
710-606 Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Ig. *
712-526 Speed Nut
None
None
None
None
10937 Pivot Bar
10933 Index Plate Ass'y. — L.H.
Slotted Hex Hd. Self Extr. Scr. 8—32 x .50" Ig. *
Handle Panel
Throttle Control — Knob
Engine
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 5/16-24 x 1-1/4" Ig. *
Deck Assembly — Complete
Hex Nut 3/8-16 Thd. *
Spring Lockwasher 3/8" Scr. *
Blade Adapter Kit
Blade 20 inch
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 3/8—24 x 1-1/2" Ig. Heat Treated
Spring Lockwasher 5/16" Scr. *
Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thd. *
Axle Bolt
Pivot Pin
Adapter Plate
Push-on Flange Palnut
Chute Deflector
Torsion Spring
Hair Pin Cotter
Upper Handle
Control Clamp
Throttle Control Ass'y. - Comp.
Throttle Control — Knob
Throttle Control Assembly
Conduit and wire
Height Adjuster — Knob
Hex Sems Scr. 3/8—16 x .62" Ig.
Index Plate Ass'y. — R.H.
Chute Deflector Assembly Complete
(includes Ref. Nos. 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30)
N
*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.
(463 — Top Flite Red) — When ordering parts if color or finish is important, use the appropriate color code shown
__________________________at left, (e.g. - Top Flite Red - 11904(463) ).________________________________
The engine is not under warranty th the mower manufacturer. If repirs 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."
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR MODEL NO. 113-070 ONLY
7. Secure top of handle
panel to throttle clamp.
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ASSEMBLY (FOR MODEL NO, 113-060)
Your new mower is shipped preassembled with the
exception of the handle.
1. Remove lawn mower and all parts from the carton. Make
certain that ail loose parts and literature have been
removed before the carton is discarded.
2. Extend throttle control assembly which is attached to
engine at the rear of the mower and place on the
floor.CAUTION: Do not bend or kink control wires.
3. Assemble the upper and lower handle parts.with cap
screws and locknuts provided in parts bag. Use the
longer (yellow) screw to attach throttle control.
STANDARD CUTTING HEIGHT
Adjustment may be made by removing and moving wheel
studs to desired position. Cutting heights 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.
EASY CUTTING HEIGHT — An adjusting plate and thumb
lever at each wheel position provides cutting height
adjustment. 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. All wheels must be positioned in relative height of
cut positions.
4. Holes at the bottom of the lower handle are to be fitted
over studs located in front of each rear wheel mounting
position.
5. Secure throttle control wire to lower right handle with
cable clips.
6. Check blade bolts for proper tightness.
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
accordance 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.
ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: Do not at any time make any adjustment to
lawn mower without first stopping engine and
disconnecting spark plug wire.
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.
LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT: Always stop engine and disconnect spark
plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn mower.
PROTECTIVE SHIELD — The pivot points on the
protective shield should be lubricated periodically with
light oil to prevent any rust or binding.
CHUTE DEFLECTOR — The torsion spring and pivot point
should be lubricated periodically with light oil tp prevent
any rust or binding. Deflector must work freely.
WHEELS — Wheel bearings require no lubrication.
THROTTLE — Periodically lubricate throttle control lever
and throttle wire assembly with a few drops of light oil
(S.A.E. No. 10 or 20) for ease of operation.
ENGINE instructions.
Follow engine manual for lubrication
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MAINTENANCE
CUTTING BLADE — The blade may easily be removed for
grinding or replacement as follows:
1. Remove bolt and lock washer holding blade and blade
adapter to engine crankshaft.
2. Remove blade and blade adapter from engine crankshaft.
3. Remove two bolts, lock washers and nuts holding blade
to blade adapter (if necessary).
When sharpening blade, follow the original angle of grind as
a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge
receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an
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 side and scraping clean with a suitable tool or by
washing with a stream of water from a garden hose.
CAUTION: Do not direct the stream of water at a hot
engine as damage to the engine may result.
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 blade with 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
walking speed to help distribute the clippings 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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GRASS CATCHER Model No. 193-003 is available as optional
equipment for the mowers shown in this manual.
WARNING:
1. The mower should not be operated without the entire grass catcher
or chute deflector in place.
2. The mower should not be operated without the protective shield on
the rear of the deck in place.
NOTE:
Under normal usage bag material is subject to wear and should be
checked periodically. Be sure any replacement bag complies with the
mower manufacturer's recommendations.
For replacement bags, use only factory authorized replacement bag No.
764-119.
IMPORTANT
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove wire
from spark plug. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.
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WARRANTY
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 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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PARTS INFORMATION
DEFECTIVE OR MISSING PARTS must be reported to the
factory immediately. Such claims must include your
model number and date of purchase.
MOWER, TILLER, SNOW THROWER, TRACTOR, TRAIL
BIKE AND MUD BUG PARTS
Mower, tiller, snow thrower, tractor, trail bike and
mud bug parts are available through the authorized
service firms listed below. All orders should specify
the model number of your unit, parts numbers, de-
A 1 Engine & Mower Co.
327 East 9th Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
American Electric Ignition Co.
124 N.W. 8th Street
Okiahoma City, Oklahoma 73102
Auto Electric & Carburetor Co.
2625 4th Avenue, S.
P. O. Box 1948
Birmingham, Alabama 35233
Automotive Equipment Service Co.
3117 Holmes Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64109
Bailey's Rebuild Inc.
1325 E. Madison Street
Seattle, Washington 98102
Brown Equipment Distributor Inc.
110 Beech Street
Corydon, Indiana 47112
Bullard Supply
2409 Commerce Street
Houston, Texas 77003
Calto & Putty, Inc.
P. O. Box 2408
510 Soledad Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Center Supply Company
6867 New Hampshire Avenue
Takoma Park, Maryland 20012
Charles B. Wright Co.
309 4th Avenue, South
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
W. B. Clements
400 Salem Avenue
Roanoke, Virginia 24016
Morton B. Collins Co.
300 Birnie Avenue
Springfield, Massachusetts 01107
Dixie Sales Company
P. O. Box 1408
327 Battleground Avenue
Greensboro, North Carolina 27402
East Point Cycle & Key Shop
1617 Whiteway
East Point, Georgia 30044
Gamble Distributors
West End Avenue
Carthage, New York 13619
Garden Equipment Co., Inc.
6600 Cherry Avenue
Long Beach, California 90805
Henzier, Inc.
2015 Lemay Ferry Road
St. Louis, Missouri 63125
Frank E. Ives & Son
1101 Lincoln Avenue
Prospect Park, Pennsylvania 19076
J. W. Jewett Co.
981 Folsom Street
San Francisco, California 94107
Kenton Supply
8216 North Denver Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97217
Kimber's Inc.
115 W. Geddes St.
Syracuse, New York 13204
The Lawnmower Shop
1340 El Camino Real
San Carlos, California 94070
Marr Brothers
423 E. Jefferson
Dallas, Texas 75203
Mathews Auto Electric Co.
420 East 2nd Street
Tulsa Oklahoma 74120
McClure Lawn & Garden Supply
1114 Lexington Avenue
Mansfield, Ohio 44907
Memphis Cycle & Supply Co.
421 Monroe Avenue
Memphis Tennessee 38103
scription of parts and the quantity of each part re
quired.
BRIGGS & STRATTON, TECUMSEH AND PEERLESS PARTS
AND SERVICE
Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh and Peerless parts and
service should be handled by your nearest authorized
engine service firm. Check the yellow pages of your
telephone directory under the listing Engines —
Gasoline, Briggs & Stratton or Tecumseh Lauson —
Power Products. . ,
MoZ'AII of Florida, inc.
365 Greco Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33146
National Central, Div. of
Joe Sterling, Inc.
Drawer "D" 687 Seville Rd.
Wadsworth, Ohio 44281
Power Equipment Distributor
36463 So. Gratiot Avenue
Mt. Clemons, Michigan 48043
Parts & Sales Inc.
2101 Industrial Pkwy.
Elkhart, Indiana 46514
Parts & Sales Inc.
335 West St. Charles Road
Villa Park, Illinois 60181
Power Lawn & Garden Equip. Co.
2551-2571 J. F. Kennedy Road
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Raub Supply Company
James & Mulberry Sts.
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17604
Radco Distributors
2403 Market Street
P, O. Box 3216
Jacksonville, Florida 32206
Richmond Battery & ignition
P. O. Box 25369 - 957 Myers St.
Richmond, Virginia 23260
Smith Hardware Company
515 N. George Street
Goldsboro, North Carolina 27530
South Denver Lawn Equip. Co.
527 West Evans
Denver, Colorado 80223
Suhren Engine
8330 Earhart Blvd.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70118
Sutton's LaWn Mower Shop
Route 4, Box 343
North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117
Warner Equipment
7520 Lyndaie Avenue, So.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55423
WARRANTY PARTS AND SERVICE POLICY
The purpose of warranty is to protect the customer from defects in material and workmanship, defects
which are not detected at the time of manufacture.
Our aim is to build into our product quality and reliability. Considerable emphasis is placed on quality
control in order to assure our customer of satisfactory product performance. To achieve this goal, it is
necessary to gain the cooperation of all concerned, MTD our sales force and our customers.
MTD's responsibility is to build a quality product end to back up that product. MTD must build this
quality product at a competitive price. This cannot be achieved without production in quantity. Quantity
production is mass production. In mass production it is always possible for undetected defects to be
present when the product reaches the customer. Our warranty is extended to assure the customer that
any such defects will be corrected.
Use and maintenance are the responsibility of the customer. MTD cannot assume responsibility for con
ditions over which it has no control. MTD's responsibility does not cover misuse, excessive use, accident
neglect, improper maintenance or alterations by unauthorized persons. Satisfactory product performance
can only result when a manufacturer provides and backs up a quality product and the customer follows
through with proper use and proper maintenance of that product. When both the manufacturer and the
customer recognizes and assumes his responsibility, satisfactory product performance and customer sat
isfaction are assured.
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