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MODEL NOS.
ROTARY MOWER
113-112 113-122
113-132 and 113-142
IMPORTANT
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
TRAINING
5.
1. Read the Operating and Service Instruction Manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
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 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.
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.
Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the
6.
equipment, before cleaning the mower housing, and
when making any repairs or inspections.
7.
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)
l^fore cleaning, repairing or adjusting.
12.
Never operate mower without proper guards, "plates
or other safety protective devices in place.
Keep washout ports and other mower-housing service
13.
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 ha;tard, 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 CLEVEUND0Hi044111
FORM NO. 770-4156
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HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS 113-132 AND 113-142
NOTE: Follow instructions starting with Number 1 and
continue through Number 4.
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ASSEMBLY FOR HANDLE MODELS 113-112 AND 113-122
1. Remove the loose hardware from the assembly pack. 5.
You will need a screwdriver and a 5/1 d" wrench,
either a socket as shown in figure 1 or an open end 6.
wrench.
2. Assemble the lower handle to the handle brackets as 7.
shown in figure 2.
3. Secure the handle with cotter hairpins on both sides.
See figure 2. 8.
4. Place the handle panel over the lower handle and
fasten with the handle panel screw using a 5/16"
wrench. See figure 3.
M
TIv/'F
COTTER HAIRPINS
BOLTS
\
^ HANDLE PANEL
SCREW
CABUCLIP
Place the upper handle over the lower handle and line
up the holes as shown in figure 4.
Insert the curved head bolt from the inside and
tighten the knob by hand. See figure 4.
Place the throttle control in the handle panel and
assemble it with the two throttle screws using a
screwdriver. See figure 5.
Use the cable clip to fasten the throttle control wire
to the lower handle.
FIGURE 1.
LOOSE HARDWARE AND TOOLS
FIGURE 4.
UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 2.
LOWER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 3.
HANDLE PANEL ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 5.
THROTTLE CONTROL ASSEMBLY
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« O. ^R C[ ft rep la ce me nt PA RI S AL /< AY S
w[s’ "N THIS SiOC< and model number
US A BG uT TH .S Afi Ti CU CR
113-112, 122, 132 AND 113-142
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Always disconnect spark plug
cable during repairs, refueling
or changing oil. Engine oil
may be drained through oil
filler opening by tilting the
mower on its side. Change oil
after first 5 hours of
operation while engine is
warm. Thereafter, change oil
every 25 hours of operation
while engine is warm.
NOTE: FILL AND DRAIN
OIL FROM OIL FULL PLUG
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PARTS LIST FOR MOWER MODELS 113-112, 122, 132 AND 142
10024
11411458
10950
10769
7520
10949
10937
10934
10935
10951
10769
11130-458
11197458
11204
11609
None
7470
11597
9966
8388
7006
None
11679458
Color
Code
Throttle Control - Cover
Grips N
Hex Center Locknut 1/4—20Thd.
Lower Handle
Engine
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. Ei/16-24 x 1-1/4" Ig. *
Deck Assembly
Height Adjuster Assembly - comp. L.H.
Spring Lockwasher 5/16" Scr. *
Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thd. *
Hi Pro Key No. 505
Blade Adapter Kit
Blade
Spring Lockwasher 3/8" Scr. - Heavy Duty
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 3/8—24 x 1-1/2" Ig. - heat treated
Knob - Height Adjuster
Spring Lever Ass'y, with Knob
Belleville Washer .400 I.D. x 1.130 O.D.
Elastic Stopnut
Serhx Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 3/8—16 x 5/8" Ig.
Pivot Bar
Index Plate Ass'y. • R-H.
Index Plate Ass'y. • L.H.
Height Adjuster Assembly - Comp. R.H.
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. Ei/16-24 x 1" Ig. - heat treated
Belleville Washer 3/8" Scr.
Wheel Assembly - t;omplete
Axle Bolt
Blade Adapter Kit
Chute Deflector
Torsion Spring
Pivot Pin
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 1/4-28 x .62" Ig. Nylock
Adapter Plate
Push-on Flange Palnut
Hair Pin Cotter
Rear Protective Shield Ass'y. - complete
Cable Clip
Curved Hd. Bolt
Upper Handle
Throttle Control - complete
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Ig. *
Truss Hd. Mach. Scr. #10-24x.50" Lg.
Throttle Control - Knob
Throttle Control Ass'y.
Conduit and Wire
Hand Knob
Handle Mount Brlkt. Assy.—R.H.
Fortiflex Bearing
Slotted Hex Hd. Self Extr. Scr. #8-32 x .50" Lg.
Reinforcement Plate
Hex Center Lock Nut 14-20 Thd.
Chute Deflector Ass'y. - complete
< I ncludes Ref. Nos. 30,32, 34, 36,37) N
Handle Mount Brkt. Ass'y.—L.H.
Description
Part No.
Ref.
113-112
No.
1
2
718-143
3
4
C
6
710-158 71M58 710-158
8
9
10
736-119
11
712-123 712-123
12
714-365 714-365
13
14
742-123
15
736-217 736-217
16
710-459 710-459
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
710-117 710-117
26
736-105
27
9392-502 9392-501
28
738-213 738-213
29
30
31
732-253 732-253
34
711-555 711-555
35
710-513 710-513
36
37
726-106 726-106
38
714-104 714-104
40
41
746-128
42
710-405
43
44
45
46
710-473
47
48
49
732-200
50
51
52
53
710-407
54
55
712-107
56
'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 the parts list.
Color
Part No.
Code
113-122
11606
None
10024
11409-458
None None
10769 10769
None None 7520
None None 10949
None
None
None None
None
None
None None
None None
10769 10769
11141-458
11130458 11130458
11196458 11197458
10011
11610
None
7470 7470
11600 11600
9966
8388
7006 7006
8405
11679458 11679458
8389
718-143 718-143
736-119
742-125 742-123
736-105
746-128
710-405
710-473 None
732-200
710-407
712-107
Color
Part No.
Code
113-132
11606
None
10024
11411458
None 736-219
None
None 10937
None
11141458
10011 11204
11610
None 710-606
9966 9966
8388 8388
8405
8389
731-180 731-180
712-107
736-119
712-123
714-365
736-217
710-459
712-116
710-209
710-117
736-105
9392-502
738-102
732-253
711-555
710-513
726-106
714-104
746-128
710-405
732-141
712-107
Color
Part No.
Code
10024
11409458
10950
10769
10934
10935
10951
10769
11141-458 11141458
11130458
11193458
11609
7470
11597
7006
None
8405 8405
11679458
8389 8389
113-142
718-143
712-107
710-158
736-119
712-123
714-365
742 125
736-217
710459
736-219
712-116
710-209
710-117
736-105
9^92-501
738-102
732-253
711-555
710-513
726-106
714-104
746-128
710-405
710-606
732-141
712-107
New
Part
(458 — Arctic Blue) — When ordering parts if color or finish is important, use the appropriate color code shown at left,
NOTE: This instruction manual covers various models and all accessories shown do not
The engine is not under warranty by the mower manufacturer. 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."
(e.g. Arctic Blue - 11409 (458)).
FMesfastietlw
necessarily apply to your model mower.
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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.
2. Move throttle control lever on handle to
position.
3. Move lever, to which control wire is fastened at engine,
to full op>en position and retighten screw to secure
throttle control wire assembly.
'FAST"
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.
CUTTING HEIGHT - (For Models 113-112 and 122)
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.
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 to prevent
any rust or binding. Deflector most work freely.
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 — Follow engine manual for lubrication
instructions.
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-(Optional for 113-132 and
142)
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.
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.
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 the 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 blede 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.
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DECK — The underside of mower deck should be cleaned
after each period of use as grass clippings, leaves, dirt and
other mattter 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.
4. Place blocks under deck to raise tires clear of floor.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area.
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.
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.
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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.
: 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
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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
Oklahoma 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
Catto & Putty, Inc.
P. O. Box 2408
V 510 Soledad Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Center Supply Company
6867 Nev/ 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
AAathews Auto Electric Co.
420 East 2nd Street
Tulsa Oklahoma 74120
McClure Lawn t Garden Supply
1114 Lexington Avenue
Mansfield, Ohio 44907
Memphis Cycle A 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 It 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
Kadco 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 Lyndale 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 and 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.
FORM NO. 770-4156
FRINTED IN U.S.A
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