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Model Nos.
ROTARY MOWER
113-890-033, 113-892-033,
113-900-033,& 113-902-033
IMPORTANT
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
TRAINING
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.
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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.
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.
Do not run the engine indoors.
8.
Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade
9.
comes to a complete stop before removing the grass
catcher or unclogging chute.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up-and-down.
10.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Always disconnect electric mowers (line operated)
11.
before cleaning, repairing or adjusting.
Never operate mower without proper guards, plates
12.
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 hazard, keep the engine free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
5. Check the grass catcher bags frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace with nevv bags for safety
protection.
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FORM NO. 770-4662
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113-890-033
113-900-033
113-892-033
113-902-033
IF Y OU W RI TE TO US ABO UT THI S A RT IC LE OR
IF YOU ORDE R RE PLA CE ME NT PART S ALW AYS
MENT IO N THI S ST OC K A ND M ODE L NU MBE R
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PARTS LIST FOR MODEL NOS. 113-890-033, 113-892-033, 113-900-033 AND 113-902-033
REF.
PART
REF.
NO.
1
2
NO.
710-407
10612—462
3
710-158
4
710-567
5
6 726-106
7 10950
8
9392—502
9392—501
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
Slotted Hex Hd. Cap Scr.
#8-32 X ’/2" Lg.*
(113-892 & 902-033)
Shroud [113-892 & 902-033)
Engine
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 5/16-24
X 174" Lg.*
Sems Hex Hd. Cap Scr. ’A-28
X .62" Lg.
Push-on Flange Palnut
Height Adjustment Comp.—
L.H.
Wheel Ass'y. Complete
(113-890 & 892-033)
Wheel Ass'y. Complete
NEW
PART
PART
NO.
NO.
32 10949
33
34
7520 Spring Lever—Knob
11141
11141
35
732-253
36
8388
8389
37
714-104
38
11189—460
11197—462
—460
—462
(113-900 & 902-033)
Deck Ass'y. Complete 20"
(113-890-033)
Deck Ass'y. Complete 20"
(113-892-033)
Deck Ass'y. Complete 22"
(113-900-033)
Deck Ass'y. Complete 22"
(113-902-033)
Spring Lockwasher 5/16"
39
40
41
42
746-128
9361
10970
712-107
710-606
10
9
736-119
11658—460
11658— 462
11659— 460
11659—462
Scr.*
11 712-123
12 711-555
13
11130—460 Adapter Plate (113-890 &
111 30—462
14
714-365
15 10769
16
742-123
742-125
17
736-217
710-459
18
19 10769
20 710-1 17
21
8405
22 712-107
23 10951
24
736-105
25
26
27
7006
738-102
10934
10935
28
10937
29 710-209
712-116
30
31 736-219
Hex Nut 5/16-24 Thd.*
Pivot Pin
900-033)
Adapter Plate (113-892
& 902-033)
#6 Hi-Pro-Key 5/32 x
%" Dia.
Blade Adapter Kit
20" Blade (113-890 &
892-033)
22" Blade (113-900 &
902-033)
Spring Lockwasher %" Scr,
Heavy Duty
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. %-24 x
1.50" Lg. Heat Treated
Blade Adapter Kit
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 5/16-24
X 1.0" Lg. Heat Treated
Reinforcement Plate
Hex Center Locknut L4-20 Thd.
Height Adjustment Comp.
—R.H
Belleville Washer
Fortiflex Bearing
Axle Bolt
Index Plate Ass'y.—R.H.
Index Plate Assembly—L.H.
Wheel Pivot Bar
Sems Hex Hd. Cap Scr. %-16
X %" Lg.
Elastic Locknut %-24 Thd.
Spring Washer
43
44
45
46
47
48
51
49
50
52
53
54
9354
10011
710-606
11597
11611
720-157
718-144
710-148
11608
11606
732-141
732-144
11598
710-148
7470
710-405
9966
8494
COLOR
CODE
DESCRIPTION
Spring Lever Ass'y. with Knob
Chute Deflector Ass'y,
(113-890 & 900-033)
Chute Deflector Ass'y.
(113-892 & 902-033)
Torsion Spring
Handle Mtg. Brkt. Ass'y.—R.H.
Handle Mtg. Brkt. Ass'y—
L.H, (Not Shown)
Cotter Pin
Rear Protective Shield Ass'y.
Comp. (113-890 &
892-033)
Rear Protective Shield Ass'y.
Comp. (113-900 &
902-033)
Cable Clip
Lower Handle (113-890 &
900-033)
Lower Handle (113-892 &
902-033))
Hex Center Locknut V4-20
Thd. (113-890 & 900-033)
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 14-20 x
1.50" Lg.* (113-890 &
900-033)
Upper Handle (2-Req'd.)
(113-890 & 900-033)
Upper Handle (113-892 &
902-033)
Hex Hd. Cap Scr. 14-20 x
1.50" Lg.* (113-890 &
900-033)
Throttle Control Ass'y. Comp.
(113-890 & 900-033)
Throttle Control Ass'y. Comp.
(113-892 & 902-033)
Grip (113-890 & 900-033)
Grip (113-892 & 902-033)
Self Tap Scr. #8-32x5/16"
Lg.* (113-890 & 900-033)
Throttle Control Cover
(113-890 & 900-033)
Handle Panel (113-892 &
902-033)
Conduit and Wire (113-890
&900)
Conduit and Wire (113-892
& 902)
Throttle Control Ass'y.
Self Tap Scr. #8-32 x 5/16"
Lg.* (113-892 & 902-033)
Throttle Control Knob
Curved Hd. Bolt 5/16-24 x
1%" Lg. (113-892 &
902-033)
Hand Knob (113-892 &
902-033)
Hub Cap (113-892 & 902-
033) Not Shown
NEW
PART
N
N
N
For faster service obtain standard nuts and bolts locally. If these items
cannot be obtained locally, order by part number and size as shown
on the parts list.
460—Green Flake 462—Red Flake
When ordering parts, if color or finish is important use the appropriate
color code shown above (e.g. Green Flake Finish—11658—(460).)
NOTE: This instruction manual
covers various models and all
accessories shown do not neces
sarily apply to your model tiller.
The engine is not under war
ranty by the tiller manufac
turer.
If repairs or service
needed on the engine, pie
contact your nearest authori
engine service outlet. Ch
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ASSEMBLY INS TRUC TIONS
HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS 113-892 AND 902-033
1. Remove the loose hardware from the assembly
pack. You will need a screw driver 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 srews using a
srew driver. See figure 5.
8. Use the cable clip to fasten the throttle control wire
to the lower handle.
FIGURE 3. HANDLE PANEL ASSEMBLY
COTTER HAIRPINS
FIGURE 1. LOOSE HARDWARE AND TOOLS
FIGURE 4. UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 5. THROTTLE CONTROL ASSEMBLY
HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR MODELS 113-890 AND 900-033
Your new mower is shipped completely assembled
with the exception of the handle and throttle control
assembly.
FIGURE 2. LOWER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
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 engine, to rear of mower and place on floor.
CAUTION: Do not bend or kink control wire.
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3. Assemble upper handle to lower handle using four
each screws and lock nuts provided in parts bag.
Assemble complete handle assembly to mower so
that throttle control mounting hole in upper handle
will be on right side. Holes at bottom of lower han
dle are to be fitted over studs located in front of
each rear wheel mounting position.
5. Position throttle control assembly on right hand
side of upper handle so that holes in control as
sembly and handle are in line. Secure in place with
screw and locknut found in parts bag. Secure throt
tle wire to lower right handle with clips in parts
bag.
6. Place the plastic control cover over the throttle con
trol and secure with two self-tapping screws.
OPERATION
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.
Wheels—Wheel bearings are fortiflex. They require
no lubrication.
Throttle-Periodically lubricate throttle control lever
and throttle wire assembly with a few drops of light
oil (SAE No. 10 or 20) for ease of operation.
Protective Shield—The pivot points on the protective
shield should be lubricated periodically with light oil
to prevent rust or binding.
1. Service engine with gas and oil. See engine man
ual packed with lawn mower for complete instruc
tions 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 en
gine in accordance with instructions in engine
manual. After engine starts, move throttle control
lever, on handle, to desired engine speed. The en
gine is stopped by placing control lever on handle
■ in 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 ex
cessively wet.
ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION—Do not at any time make any adjustment to
lawn mower without first stopping engine and dis
connecting spark plug wire.
Easy Cutting Height—An adjusting plate and thumb
lever at each wheel position provides cutting height
adjustment. Each adjustment 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 lev
er 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 po
sitioned in relative height of cut positions.
Throttle—If adjustment becomes necessary, the throttle
control wire assembly can be reset as follows:
Chute Deflector-The torsion spring and pivot point
should be lubricated periodically with light oil to pre
vent any rust or binding. Deflector must work freely.
MAINTENANCE
Cutting Blade—The blade may easily be removed for
grinding or replacement as follows:
1. Remove bolt and lockwasher holding blade and
blade adapter to engine crankshaft.
2. Remove blade and blade adapter from engine
crankshaft.
3. Remove two bolts, lockwashers 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 accumula
tion of grass clippings, etc. is undesirable as it will in
vite rust and corrosion and may cause an uneven dis
charge of grass clippings at the next cutting.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower forward
or on its left side and scraping with a suitable
tool or by washing with a stream of water from a gar
den hose.
Loosen, but do not remove, screw securing throt-
I tie control wire assembly at engine.
2. Move throttle control lever on handle to FAST po
sition.
CAUTION: Do not direct the stream of water at a hot
engine as damage to the engine may result.
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Storage—The following steps should be taken to pre
pare 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 best results do not cut wet grass because it tends
to stick to 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 clip
pings to discharge towards the uncut part of the lawn.
This permits recutting of the clippings to further pul
verize them. When cutting high weeds, discharge to
wards 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 the bag material is subject to deterioration and
wear and should be checked for replacement. Be sure that any re
placement bag complies with the original manufacturer's specifica
tion.
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. Throughly inspect the mower for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.
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 CIRCUM
STANCES 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
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
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
Morion 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 anc
service should be handled by your nearest authorized
engine service firm. Check the yellow pages of your
telephone directory under the listing Engines —
~ ‘ Stratton or Tecumseh Lauson —
Gasoline, Briggs
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 43043
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 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.
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