Craftsman 247270190 Owner’s Manual

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Operator's Manual

Riding Mower

Internal Bagging System

27.5" Cutting Deck
Model 247.270190

Factory No. 13A-328-402

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws, Federal laws apply on federal lands, A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, FtO. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722,

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

PRINTED IN U,S.A. FORM NO, 770-10201A

(11/99)

TABLEOFCONTENTS

Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3

Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................... 6

Assembling Your Riding Mower ......................................................................... 7

Know Your Riding Mower ................................................................................... 9

Operating Your Riding Mower ............................................................................ 11

Making Adjustments .......................................................................................... 13

Servicing Your Rider Mower .............................................................................. 15

Maintaining Your Riding Mower ......................................................................... 17

Off-Season Storage ........................................................................................... 19

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 20

Parts List ............................................................................................................ 22

FINDINGMODELNUMBER

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new riding mower. It will help you assemble, prepare

and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the
equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on

the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or
an authorized dealer.

You can locate the model plate by pivoting the cover upward and looking under the frame. A sample
model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial

number of the equipment in the space below.

(Model Number)

(Serial Number)

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

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LEVELAND, OHIO 44136

CALLINGCUSTOMERSUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or

maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line.

Call 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support
representative. Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you

call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial
number in order to process your call.

SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions inthismanual

before attempting to operate your rider mower. Failure to comply with these instructionsmay result in
personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.

Your rider mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation inthis manual. As with any type
of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any

of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.

California to casue cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of

GeneralOperation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions inthe
manual and on the machine before starting. Keep

this manual in a safe place for future and regular

reference and for ordering replacement parts.

• Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the

instructions to operate the machine. Know controls

and how to stop the machine quickly.

• De not put hands or feet under cutting deck or near
rotating parts.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the

blade. A small object may have been overlooked
and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in

any direction and cause injury to you or a
bystander. To help avoid a thrown objects injury,
keep children, bystanders and helpers at least 75
feet from the mower while it is in operation. Always
wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation or while performing an adjustment or

repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects. Stop

the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks or

roads.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.

• Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse and
backing up. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not
operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the chute guard in place.

• Slow down before turning. Operate the machine
smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive
speed.

• Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off blade(s), place transmission in

neutral, set park brake, stop engine and remove
key before dismounting.

Turn off blade(s) when not mowing.

• Stop engine and wait until blade(s) comes to a
complete stop before (a) removing grass catcher or
unclogging chute, or (b) making any repairs,
adjusting or removing any grass or debris.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial bight.

• Do net operate the machine while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.Watch for traffic when

operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not

be driven up or down a ramp onto a trailer or truck
under power, because the unit could tip over,

causing serious personal injury. The unit must be
pushed manually on a ramp to load or unload
properly.

• Never make cutting height adjustment while engine
is running, if operator must dismount to do so.

• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
fitting slacks and shirts. De not wear loose fitting
clothes or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet, sandals, or

sneakers.

• Check overhead clearance carefully before driving
under power lines, wires, bridges or low hanging

tree branches, before entering or leaving buildings,
or in any other situation where the operator may be
struck or pulled from the unit, which could result in
serious injury.

• Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly
depress the brake pedal, and shift into neutral

before attempting to start engine.
Your mower is designed to cut normal residential
grass of a height no more than 10". Do not attempt
to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g.,
pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Debris may build up
on the mower deck or contact the engine exhaust
presenting a potential fire hazard.

SlopeOperation

• Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control

and tip-over accidents which can result in severe

injuryordeath.All slopes require extra caution. If

you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy
on it, do not mow it.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as
part of this manual to measure slopes before

operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. Ifthe
slope is greater than 15° as shown on the slope

gauge, do not operate this unit in that area or
serious injury could result.

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Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low enough gear so that
you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
Always keep machine in gear when going down
slopes to take advantage of engine braking action.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for

wheel weights or counterweights to improve
stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of the

machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes inspeed or direction.

Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front
of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards

which could cause serious injury.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly
straight down the slope,

DoNot:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near dropooffs, ditches or

embankments.The mower could suddenly turn over
if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an
edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your

foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Children

• Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in
watchful care of an adult other than the operator.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the

area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down
for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fa_loff and be

seriously injured or interfere with the safe machine
operation.
Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
the machine. Children 14 years and over should
only operate machine under close parental
supervision and proper instruction.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure

your vision of a child or other hazard.

Remove key when machine is unattended to
prevent unauthorized operation.

Service

Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
a. Use only an approved container.

b. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the

engine running. Allow engine to cool at least
two minutes before refueling.

c. Replace fuel cap securely and wipe off any

spilled fuel before starting the engine as it may

cause a fire or explosion.

d. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and

other sources of ignition.

e. Never refuel the machine indoors because fuel

vapors will accumulate in the area.

f. Never store the fuel container or machine

inside where there is an open flame or spark,
such as a gas hot water heater, space heater
or furnace.

• Never run a machine inside aclosed area.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine free of
grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil

or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool at least 5

minutes before storing.

• Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving pads have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental stading.

• Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., excessive
wear, bent, cracked). Replace with blade which

meets original equipment specifications.

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly. Use all guards as

instructed in this manual.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly

inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the

damage before restarting and operating the mower.

Grasscatchercomponentsaresubjecttowear,
damageand deterioration, which could expose

moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For your
safety protection, frequently check components
and replace with manufacturer's recommended
parts when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when
servicing blade(s).
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.

Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during

operation and can cause aburn. Allow to cool down
before touching.

Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.

Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.

Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm

the environment and the ecology.

a. Prior to disposal, determine the proper method

to dispose of waste from your local office of
Environmental Protection Agency. Recycling

centers are established to properly dispose of
materials in an environmentally safe fashion.

b. Use proper containers when draining fluids. Do

not use food or beverage containers that may
mislead someone into drinking from them.
Properly dispose of the containers immediately
following the draining of fluids.

c. DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the ground,

down a drain or into a stream, pond, lake or
other body of water. Observe Environmental

Protection Agency regulations when disposing

of oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, batteries,
tires and other harmful waste.

Illustrated below are the location and part numbers of all labels found on your rider mower. Please follow the
instruction on these labels. For replacement labels, please order by the part numbers.

/77880199

777D01210

ON ENGINE

777D01301

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SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

A POWER POLE

A CORNER OF A BUILDING

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WARNING

Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).

A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it

is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
Operate WALK-BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes, never up and down slopes.

SECTION3: UNPACKING& ASSEMBLINGYOURRIDERMOWER

• Remove all screws and staples from crate.
Holding the sides of the crate firmly, lift the top part

of the crate up and keep it aside. Avoid tire
punctures.

• Remove and discard plastic bag covering unit.

• Lift the rear of the mower and clear the bottom of
the crate. Repeat for the front.

• Be sure parking brake is disengaged; roll unit out of
the crate's way.

LooseParts

• Remove loose parts from the grass catcher and/or

the crate very carefully. Refer to Figure 1.

1. Mulching plug & side-discharge chute

2. Oil drain sleeve

3. Operator's manual (not shown)

4. Ignition keys (not shown)

• Remove both wing nuts securing the battery and
cover to the battery hold-down rods. See Figure 3.

• Remove red and black insulation caps from battery
terminals.

Remove battery terminal screws with a Phillips

screw driver or a 10 mm. socket wrench.
Attach the red battery cable to the positive terminal

(marked +), and the black battery cable to the
negative terminal (marked -) on the battery. See
Figure 3.

• Align the cables with the slots in the battery cover
and tighten the screws on the battery terminals.

WARNING: Press the battery cables

against side of battery so that these do not
make contact with flange of rider frame

when it is opened or closed.

Reassemble the battery cover to the hold-down
rods on two ends with the two wing nuts removed
earlier. Check to ensure that the cables pass easily
through slots in cover.
Place your right hand on the left side of the seat

and slowly lower the hood assembly until it is fully
closed.

Plug

Figure 1

AttachingBatteryCables

The battery is located under the hood assembly above
the left rear wheel. Refer to Figure 3.

To access the battery, lift the hood assembly from

the left side of the seat only. Stand on the right side

of the unit and pivot the hood assembly towards
you until fully opened. See Figure 2.

CAUTION: Do not lift the hood assembly by the two
vent openings located behind the seat.

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Figure 2

Vent

Opening

Hood Assembly

CAUTION: Do not place your hand around the bottom
edge of the hood assembly; it may get pinched between
the hood assembly and grass catcher or the frame rail.

Wing

Wing Nut

Nut Negative /

Battery

Cover

Battery

Terminal ,' Positive

Rider

Frame

Figure 3

AttachingSide-DischargeChute

Your riding mower is shipped to you with the grass
catcher fully assembled on the unit. A side-discharge
chute and a mulching plug are included as loose parts.

Follow the instructions below to attach the side-
discharge chute.

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WARNING: Do not operate the mower if
any one of the grass catcher, discharge

chute or mulching plug is not firmly

installed on the mower.

• Tighten the two wing nuts C and D. Check and
make sure that the side-discharge chute is properly

installed and the hardware tightly secured.

• Pivot the cover up and lower the cutting height
adjustment lever to the lowest position.

• Remove the two wing nuts (A and B in Figure 4 )
from two ends of the grasscatcher chute.

• Loosen the two wing nuts (C and D in Figure 4 ) in
the middle of the chute. Do not remove. All four

wing nuts (A, B, C, and D) hold the chute to the
deck frame.

• Slide the grasscatcher chute to the right and out of
the deck frame.

• Slide the side-discharge chute in and place it on the
deck so that the four wing nut positions align with

those on the deck.

• Reinsert wing nuts A and B that you had earlier
removed. Tighten to secure.

Grass Catcher
Chute._

Discharge Wing

Nut B

Wing

AttachingMulchPlug

While operating your rider mower, you have three
options: (i) to collect grass clippings in the grass

catcher, (ii) to discharge grass clippings on the side, or
(iii) to mulch grass and recirculate clippings back to the
lawn. For the third option, attach the mulching plug to

the side-discharge chute and then to the deck.

To assemble the mulching plug, put two hex bolts
through the mulching plug at the respective

openings. See Figure 5.

• Place speed nuts over the hex bolts.

• Insert the plug into the side-discharge chute
aligning the two slots on two sides of the side-

discharge chute with those on the mulching plug.

• To attach the mulching plug now to the unit, follow
instructions on previous page to attach side-
discharge chute to the deck.

Side Discharge Chute

Speed

Nut

Nut A

Figure 4

Nut C

Hex BoltF_ Mulching

Plug

Figure 5

• Place wing nut on each of the hex bolts and thread
a few turns. See Figure 5. Check that the plug is

aligned correctly within the discharge chute.

• Tighten both wing nuts

SECTION4: KNOWYOURRIDERMOWER

Compare the illustrations in Figure 6 with your rider mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various
controls and adjustments. The operation of any rider mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the
operator's eyes, causing severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses before operating the mower, or while

performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

Grass Fill
Indicator

Ig
Switch

Seat

Side Discharge
Chute Pedal

Throttle/Choke Steering Wheel

Control /

Cutting
Deck

Shift Lever

/

-- Cutting Height

Adjustment Lever

Blade Engagement

Pedal

Brake

Pedal

Hood

Assembly

Parking
Brake

Blade
Engagement

Pedal

Blade "_

Lock

Throttle/ChokeControl

Use to regulate the engine speed and to start the

engine.

"Go" Pedal

Use to regulate the ground speed of the rider mower.

Ignition Switch

Use to turn the engine ON or OFF.

ShiftLever

Use to change direction of the mower.

Figure 6

GrassFill LevelIndicator

Use to determine the level of grass clipping inthe bag
and when to stop and empty it.

ParkingBrake
Use tostop the mower from moving while parked.

BladeEngagementPedal
Use toengage or disengage the blade.

BladeLock
Use to lock blade at the engaged position.

CuttingHeightAdjustmentLever

Use to raise and lower the cutting deck which
determines the cutting height.

BrakePedal

Use to stop the mower's forward or reverse motion.

StoppingMower

• Release blade engagement pedal all the way.

• Release the "Go" Pedal and depress the brake
pedal.

• When the mower comes to a complete stop, place
the shift lever in neutral.

• Engage the parking brake by puUing up on the
perking brake knob.

• Turn the ignition key to OFF position and remove
the key.

SafetyInterlock

This unit is equipped with a safety interlock system for

your protection. The interlock safety switches are
connected to the brake pedal, the blade engagement
pedal, the shift lever, and the seat.

The purpose of the safety interlock system is threefold:

a. to prevent the engine from starting unless the

brake pedal is depressed and the blade
engagement pedal is disengaged;

b. to shut off the engine ifthe blade pedal is not

disengaged when the shift lever is put into
reverse; and

c. to shut the engine off when the operator leaves

the seat without engaging the parking brake.

injury, do not operate the rider mower if
WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious
the interlock system is malfunctioning.

• Remove objects that could be thrown by the
blade(s).

• Know location and function of all controls.

• Be sure blade(s) and engine are stopped before
placing hands or feet near blade(s).

• Before leaving operator's position, disengage
blade(s), place the shift lever in neutral, engage

parking brake, shut engine off and remove key.

UsingShiftLever

The shift lever is used to regulate the direction of your

rider mower. It can be set at forward, neutral, or reverse
settings. These settings, marked as F, N,and R

respectively, are located next to the shift lever on the
unit. See Figure 7.

Before you move the shift lever to any of the
positions, depress the brake pedal and stop the

unit. Keep your foot on the brake pedal.

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'\Shift

Figure 7

Move the _ever outwards (left) to remove the
locking pin from the lever and slide the lever to the
position desired. Look at the rear and make sure
the path is free of obstacles before positioning the

shift lever to the reverse.

Do not force the shift lever. Ifit does not shift,

release the brake pedal slightly to line up the
shifting collar in the transmission, then try to move

the shift lever.

Slowly release the brake pedal and take your foot
off the pedal. Always make sure that there is noone

in the path of operation of the mower.

GrassFillLevelIndicator

This indicator was designed to add convenience to your
riding mower. While the mower is running, air will flow

through the discharge chute and into the grass catcher.

If the grass catcher is empty, air flows through easily

pushing the ball up. ff the grass catcher is full air does

not flow through it allowing the ball to fall. So if you see
the ball in the grass catcher fill level indicator falling
down, you should stop the mower and empty the bag.

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SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURRIDERMOWER

UsingThrottle/ChokeControl

The throttle/choke control is used to increase or
decrease the speed of the engine.The FAST and the
SLOW positions are marked with illustrations of a rabbit

and a turtle respectively. See Figure 7.

• For normal operation and when using a grass
catcher, move the throttle/choke control to the

FAST position.
To keep the engine cool while running the rider,

move the throttle/choke control to the FAST
position.

• For transport and to tow pull-behind attachments,
move the throttle/choke control to the SLOW

position.

• Do not adjust the governor to increase or decrease
the engine speed. The governor is set at the factory

for maximum engine performance, and should not
be altered.

UsingParkingBrake

To engageparkingbrake

• Completely push the brake pedal down and stop
the unit.

• With your right foot on the brake pedal, move the
shift lever to the neutral position.

• Continuing to hold down the brake pedal with your
right foot, pull up the parking brake knob. Make

sure the parking brake holds the unit.

• Release the brake pedal. Shut the engine by

turning off the ignition key. Remove the key from
the rider. Now your rider mower is parked.

To releasethe parkingbrake

Depress the brake pedal. The parking brake will be
automatically disengaged.

BeforeStarting

Service the engine with gasoline as described in the
engine manual. Check the oil level.

when engine is running or hot. Do not

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, or
smoke while filling up the gasoline tank.

• Turn the ignition key to the START position. As
soon as the engine starts, let the key return to the

ON position.

• Move throttle/choke control out of CHOKE position
and into FAST throttle position.

StartingMower

• Depress the brake pedal so that the parking brake
is disengaged.
Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or the

REVERSE position as you desire. Look to the rear

and check before backing up.

• Release the brake pedal.

• Depress the "Go" Pedal.

• To stop, release the "Go" Pedal and depress the
brake pedal.

• Press the blade engagement pedal downward until

the blades are turning.The blades can be engaged

either while the mower is in motion or while it is
standing.

NOTE: Your rider mower is equipped with a blade lock
to keep the blade engaged without the operator having

to depress the blade pedal continuously. See Figure 6.

To engage the blade lock: While pressing down
on the blade pedal, push the blade lock down with

your heel. Itshould click intothe "blade engaged"

position.To disengage the blade lock, simply push

down onthe blade pedal and release the lock.

WARNING: When the blades are engaged,
keep feet and hands away from the
discharge opening, the blades or any part

of the deck.

StoppingMower

• Release blade engagement pedal all the way.

• Release "Go" Pedal and depress the brake pedal.

• When the mower comes to a complete stop, place

the shift lever in neutral.

Engage the parking brake by pulling up on the
parking brake knob.

• Turn the ignition key to OFF position and remove
the key.

StartingEngine

Attach the wire to the spark plug.
Depress the brake pedal with your right foot.
Set throttle/choke control in the CHOKE position

(all the way forward).

• Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position.

NOTE: Do not leave the key in the ON position when
you are not operating the mower. Such action will drain

the battery dead.

ToEmptyGrassCatcher

• Stop the mower completely, pull up on the

parking brake knob and take the ignitionkey out.
Get off the operator's seat.

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• Pivot the hood assembly up. Pull up the
grasscatcher bag by the handle and take itto the
proper disposal site. See Figure 8.

• Hold the bag away from your body. Push down
on the bag lever and let the bottom section of
the bag fall downwards. The grass clippings
will come out from the bottom. See Figure 8.

• Tap the bag on the ground so that the three legs

of the bag press against the ground. The bag
lever should snap close while you push the bag

downwards.

• Replace the bag on to the mower making sure

the bag is placed on the flange on top of the
discharge chute. Pivot the hood assembly down.

• When mowing an area for the first time, watch out
for objects lying on the grass. Ifyou strike a foreign

object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark
plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before re-starting.

• Avoid scalping the lawn by adjusting the cutting
height upwards and/or sharpening the blades.

• Mow at full throttle. Learn the terrain on which you
are mowing. For best mowing results, mow only
when the grass is dry.

• The recommended mowing pattern is given below:

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Ba Handle

Grass
Catcher

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Figure 8

UsingTheMower

Observe safety rules listed on pages 3-5 of this manual
for safe operation of your mower.

Before mowing, make sure that the cutting deck is

leveled. For deck adjustment, refer to page 14.
You can engage the blade by pressing on the blade
engagement pedal with your left foot while sitting

on the operator's seat.

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• Mow grass often and in regular intervals so that you
can cut only 1/3 of the grass blade in one mowing.

• To empty grass bag, stop the mower completely,
engage the parking brake, and turn the ignition off.
This will prevent the hot engine exhaust gas from
browning the grass.

Many communities no longer haul grass clippings
to landfills. Composting the clippings from your
grass catcher is a viable solution. For this you will
have to empty the grass catcher at the designated
composting site.

• Your rider mower is equipped with a mulching plug
to mulch the grass and recycle into the lawn instead
of collecting in the grasscatcher bag.

• Mulch only when the grass is dry. Mulching wet
grass may damage the underside of the deck
because wet grass tends to stick to it. Clean deck

thoroughly if you mulch wet grass.

• For effective mulching, overlap mowing paths so

that the clippings are distributed evenly.

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SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Do not at any time make any

adjustment to riding mower without first

stopping engine and disconnecting spark
plug wire,

BrakePedal

During normal operation ofthe rider mower, the brake
is subject to wear and tear. Check the brake

periodically by carrying out the following test:

• Release the parking brake and place the rider
mower in neutral. Depress the brake pedal and try

to roll the rider mower. The tractor should not move.

If the tractor moves, adjust the brake.

WARNING: Do not adjust the brake while
the engine is running. Be sure to block the

wheels of the rider mower before making
any adjustments on the brake cable,

Adjustment to the brake pedal is made at the cable end.
See Figure 9.

• Set the parking brake and turn ignition key off.

• Shift the cutting height lever to the lowest position.

• Pivot the hood assembly up and remove the
grasscatcher bag and the side-discharge chute or

the mulching plug from the mower.

• Disconnect wire from the spark plug.

• Locate the brake cable on the right side under the

front housing. See Figure 9.

• Using a pair of 1/2" wrenches, loosen the jam nuts
and back the cable out to tighten or thread inward

to loosen. See Figure 9 inset.

• Retighten the jam nuts when proper tension is
reached.

• Unlock the parking brake and repeat the test

described above. Readjust if necessary.

"Go" Pedal

Adjustment to the "Go" Pedal is made at the cable end.
See Figure 9.

• Set the parking brake and turn ignition key off.

• Shift the cutting height lever to the lowest position.

• Pivot the hood assembly up and remove the
grasscatcher bag and the side-discharge chute or

the mulching plug from the mower.

• Disconnect wire from the spark plug.

• Locate the speed control cable under the front
housing. See Figure 9.

• Loosen the jam nuts and back the cable out to
tighten or thread inward to loosen as shown.

• Retighten the jam nuts when proper tension is
reached.

• Reconnect the spark plug wire and pivot the hood
assembly down.

CuttingHeight

The deck cutting height adjustment lever is located on
the hood assembly. For a representation of the cutting

height positions, refer to Figure 7.

Pull the lever out of the slot and slide it upward or
downward to the desired cutting height.

• Lower the cutting height to mew close to the
ground.

• Raise the deck height to the highest position when
you ride on a sidewalk or a road.

• To mow tall or thick grass, move the cutting height
adjustment lever to the highest position and cut.

Then move the lever to a lower position and cut
again.

Brake
Cable

Figure 9

13

Frame

Cable* --

Lo__

_Jam Nuts

Loosen

*Same type of adjustment on both cables

(only one shown here)

?-

_Tighten

Nasher

SeatPosition

The seat position on the rider mower can be adjusted to
maximize the operator's convenience.

• Stop the mower completely and engage the parking
brake. Turn ignition off.

• Pivot the hood assembly up.
Loosen the four self-tapping screws on the bottom

of the seat.

• Slide the seat forward or backward in the slot, and
position it as desired. Retighten the four screws.

BladeBrake/PTO

The blade engagement pedal should be adjusted so
that if you depress it about 3/4" from the front of the slot,
it should start engaging the deck belt. The PTO (power
take off) switch is located in the blade brake slot on the
left side of the upper frame. See Figure 10. The brake
engagement pedal needs to make contact with the PTO
switch for the engine to start.

Under normal operation, the blade engagement pedal
should net require frequent adjustment. However,

perform the following test periodically and make sure
that it is in fine working condition.

Pivot the hood assembly up and check if there is
enough slack on the deck engagement cable.

Depress the blade engagement pedal (about 3/4
inch) and check if the belt is engaging.
If the cable is tight or too loose or the belt is not

engaging, adjust the deck engagement cable.

• If the belt is slipping when you depress the blade
engagement pedal about 3/4", loosen the two hex
nuts on the cable. See Figure 10.

• If the belt is engaging sooner than when the blade
engagement pedal is 3/4" from the PTO switch,

tighten both hex nuts on the cable. See Figure 10.
Repeat the blade engagement test and readjust if

necessary.

• Pivot the hood assembly back.

WheelAlignment

The front wheels should toe-in 1/16-5/16 inch. To adjust
toe-in, follow these steps:

Remove the 3/8" hex nut which holds the ball joint
to the steering segment. See Figure 11.

• Adjust the ball joint in or out until the wheels toe-in
approximately 1/16-5/16" (Dimension "B" should
be approximately 1/16-5/16" less than dimension
"A"). See Figure 11.
Replace the ball joint into the steering segment,

and replace the 3/8" hex nut.

Hex Nut

Steeri_
Segment

NOTE: The deck engagement cable will be correctly
adjusted when the cable moves approximately 1/2" off

center fine in both directions.

Adjustment to the blade brake will have to be made at
the cable end. See Figure 10.

Deck .. _II Hex

Engagement /\/ Nut

Figure 10

Tie

Rod

front

Ball
Joint

L/16-5/16" less than J

Figure 11

Adjustingthe Deck

IMPORTANT: Perform adjustments to the deck on a flat,
level surface. Before continuing with deck adjustment,

check air pressure in all four tires. Recommended air
pressure is 12 psi. Please note that the valve stems on

this rider mower are on the inside of the front wheels
and on the outer side of the rear wheels.

Lift the hood assembly and remove grass catcher
from the rider mower. Place the deck in the highest

position.

Inspect rear of deck. The front of the deck should
be approximately 1/4"to 3/8" lower than the rear of
the deck. To maintain that, you may have to adjust

the deck pitch. If the deck is contacting the cable
bracket on the front of the transmission, you will

have to adjust the rear deck height. Follow the
steps on next page for adjustments.

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Completely loosen, but do not remove, the top hex
nut out of the three hex nuts that hold the hex bolt

and the ferrule on the deck hanger link assembly.

Do not try to loosen or tighten the bottom nut.

Hei_
Lever

Thread the middle nut as far down as possible.
When desired adjustment is reached, retighten the
two nuts. Adjust both sides if necessary.

Loosen hex nuts

to adjust

[30 not adjust hex nut

Hanger
Link

Figure 12

SECTION7: SERVICINGYOURRIDERMOWER

BeltReplacement

There are two drive belts and one deck belt in your rider

mower; follow the description below to identify the belts.

1. The lower drive belt goes from the variable speed
pulley to the transmission pulley.

2. The upper drive belt goes from the variable speed
pulley to the upper sheave of engine pulley.

3. The deck belt goes from the deck pulley to the
lower sheave in engine pulley.

• Periodically check to see if these belts are too loose
or damaged through wear and tear. If so, replace

with new belt.

DeckBelt

• Engage the parking brake and turn the ignition off.

Pivot the hood assembly up and remove the grass

catcher. Remove the spark plug wire.

Put the deck at the lowest cutting height by
adjusting the cuttingheight adjustment lever to the

lowest position.

• Using a 1/2" socket wrench, remove two self-
tapping screws, lock washer and hex nut that hold
the deck belt cover to the deck. See Figure 13. For

this, you will have to work from the top left side of
the mower, Remove the belt cover.

Belt Line Belt

Deck Be

Self-Tapping
Screw

Imaginary

Keeper "A"

ut

/

Decl_

Pulley

Figure 13

15

Using a 9/16" wrench, loosen the hex nut on the
idler pulley. See Figure 13.
Remove belt from around deck pulley, idler pulley,
and the engine pulley.
Place the new belt around the deck pulley and the
engine pulley making sure that the belt is routed
inside the belt keepers. There are two belt keepers
under the grass catcher, one on the idler and the
other under the deck belt cover. See Figure 13.

Reinstall deck belt cover and secure with two self-

tapping screws, lock washer and hex nut.

NOTE: Belt keeper "A" must be mounted on the outside

of the belt,

• Make sure to align the belt keeper in line with the
frame. See Figure 13.

NOTE: An imaginary line between the belt keeper and

idler pulley should be parallel to frame. See Figure 13.

Using a 9/16" socket, remove bolt, spacer and the

flat washer from the variable speed pulley. See

Figure 14.
Drop the pulley down and remove the belt.

Replace new belt and reassemble following above

instructions in reverse order.
Make sure that the belt is routed inside of belt
keeper, and the belt keeper is reassembled in the

same location from where it was removed.

UpperVariableSpeedBelt

• Remove the engine pulley using a 9/16" socket
wrench with a 6" extension. The engine pulley is

located in front of the transmission.

• Drop the engine pulley down and remove the belt
from around it.

Push the idler bracket to the right and remove the

belt. See Figure 14.

• Replace belt and reassemble in reverse order.

• Replace the grass catcher and pivot the hood
assembly back.

LowerVariableSpeedBelt

• Remove the rear deck belt guard following first five
steps for deck belt removal. Remove belt from the
engine pulley.

• Push the spring loaded idler, located on the left side
of the transmission, to the right. Remove belt from

around the idler and then the transmission pulley.

See Figure 14.

Variable !

Sprin!
Load(

Idler

Pulley

Spring
Loaded

Idler

FuseReplacement

The fuse is located next to the spark plug under the rear
frame. Fuses seldom fail without a reason. If the fuse

blows, the source problem must be corrected or the
new fuse will blow again.

• Check for loose connections inthe fuse holder and
replace holder if necessary. A dead short may be in

the cranking or charging circuit where insulation

may have rubbed through and exposed bare wire.

• Replace the wire or repair with electrician's tape if

the wire strands have not been damaged. Also look
for a wire pinched between body panels, burned by
the exhaust pipe or muffler, or rubbed against a

moving part.
Stop the rider mower and engage the parking

brake. Remove ignition key.

• Pivot the hood assembly up. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground it.

• Pull the fuse out of the lead wire.

• Replace with new automotive fuse.

• Make sure to reconnect the spark plug wire before
pivoting the hood assembly back.

Transmission

Pulley

Deck Belt

Figure 14

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SECTION8: MAINTAININGYOURRIDERMOWER

GeneralRecommendations

• Always observe safety rules when performing any

maintenance.

• The warranty on this rider mower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse

or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, operator must maintain the rider mower

as instructed in this manual.

• We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These

may cause damage to electrical components,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use
of water may shorten life of your rider mower and

reduce its serviceability.

disconnect spark plug wire before any

WARNING: Always stop engine and
maintenance or adjustments.

CuttingBlade

Removal

WARNING: Protect your hands by with the loose parts, for draining oil from the crankcase.
wearing heavy gloves or using a rag to • To drain the oil, snap small end of the oildrain

when rotating at high speeds, may cause damage
to the mower and/or cause personal injury.
The blade can be tested for balance by balancing it

on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from
the heavy side until it balances evenly.

Reassembly

• Before reassembling the blade to the unit, lubricate
the spindle with light oil (or engine oil).

• Be sure to properly align "star" fitting on blade with

"star" on spindle.

• When replacing the blade, be sure to install the

blade with the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or
with part number) facing the ground when the
mower is inthe operating position.

• Blade Mounting Torque: 70/90 foot-pounds

maximum.

NOTE: To ensure safe operation, all nuts and bolts
must be checked periodically for correct tightness.

OilDrainSleeve

Your rider mower has a plastic oil drain sleeve, packed

grasp the cutting blade. • sleeve onto oilsump. See Figure 16.

Remove the 5/8" hex flange nutwhich holds the Remove drain plug and drain oil intoa suitable
blade tothe blade spindle, container.

Remove blade from the spindle. See Figure 15. J_/ _'_

Deck

Oil Drain

Spindle

Figure 16

, Engine

J Blade

Flange Nut

Figure 15

Sharpening

• When sharpening the blade, follow the original
angle of grind as a guide. Itis extremely important

that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of

grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An
unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration

Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.

Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and
follow instructions carefully.

• Poor engine performance and flooding usually
indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced.

Service air cleaner as per the engine manual.
Clean frequently under extremely dusty conditions.

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The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap

reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is
recommended at the start of each mowing season.
Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap
specifications.

NOTE: Your rider engine is equipped with a resistor

spark plug, When replacing plug, make sure to use the
resistor type.

Lubrication

See Figure 17 for an illustration of the lube points
described below.

ube

Blade Assembly

• Lubricate blade assembly and deck spindle only
while reassembling the blade either after

sharpening or replacement.

PivotPoints

• Lubricate all pivot points with light oil at least once a
season.

SteeringShaftandGear

• Lubricate steering shaft and spline at least once a
season with light oil.

• Lubricate teeth of the external steering gears with
automotive multi-purpose grease every 25 hours of
operation or once a season.

Linkage

• Lubricate all deck linkage and height adjustment

linkage with a light oil.

FrontWheels

• Lubricate at least once a season with automotive
multi-purpose grease.

Engine

• Maintain the engine as recommended in the

separate engine manual.

be

Lube

- reassemby) i

_ _ (before

Lube ,

Lube

CleaningEngine

• Promptly wipe off any fuel or oil spilled on the

machine with clean cloth.

• Clean the underside of the blade housing after
each mowing. Do not let clippings or debris

accumulate around the blade which may cause rust

on the deck.

• Using a brush or cloth, remove grass, chaff or
debris from the finger guard on the engine daily to
prevent overheating of the engine. Do not clean
with a forceful spray of water since water
contaminates the fuel system.

• Keep the governor linkage, springs and controls
free of debris.

• If engine muffler is equipped with spark arrestor
screen, remove end clean the screen regularly.

Replace if damaged or plugged with debris.Clean
muffler area and remove any grass or other debris
before operating the unit.

FuelFilter

Your unit is equipped with a replaceable in-line fuel
filter. Replace filter whenever contamination or

discoloration is noticed. Order replacement filter
through your engine authorized service dealer.

Viewed from the bosom

Figure 17: Lubrication Chart

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SECTION9: OFF-SEASONSTORAGE

If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer

than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.

Rider Mower

• Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.

• Lubricate all pivot points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.

• Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

• When storing any type of power equipment in an
unventilated or metal storage shed, care should
be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light

oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any
chains, springs, bearings and cables.

Battery

• Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of
its charge each day when the unit is not used.
NEVER store battery without a full charge.
Recharge battery before returning to service or
every two months, whichever occurs first.

• When storing unit for extended periods,
disconnect battery cables and remove battery

from the unit.

• Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder, cylinder head
fins, blower housing, rotating screen and muffler.

Engine

• Refer to the engine manual for storage
instructions. Make sure to store the engine
properly to ensure smooth operation.

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SECTION10: TROUBLE-SHOOTING

Trouble Possible Cause Remedial Action

Excessive vibration 1. Bent or damaged blade 1. Stop engine immediately. Check all

pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for

tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or

replace any damaged parts.

2. Bent blade. 2. Stop engine immediately. Replace
damaged blade. Only use original

equipment blades.

Mower will not 1. Engine speed low. 1. Throttle must be set at full throttle.

discharge grass or 2. Speed selection. 2. Use lower ground speed. Slower the

leaves uncut strips ground speed, better the quality of cut.

3. Cutting height settoolow. 3. Raisethe deck.

4. Blades short or dull. 4. Sharpen or replace blades,

Broken Belt 1. Sudden stop or shock load to belt 1.

I 2. Incorrect belt used

3. Belt engaged abruptly

4. Defective or damaged belt

Belt comes off

1. Belt too loose; stretched

2. Broken or weak idler spring

Belt shreds

1. Belt guides or guards incorrectly adjusted

2. Pulleys not aligned

3,

Pulley rusted or in otherwise bad condition;

frozen bearing

Engine will not crank

1.

Safety switch button not depressed

2. Battery installed incorrectly

3. Battery dead or weak.

4. Blown fuse or circuit breaker

5. Engine ground wire loose.

Inspect rider for cause such as foreign

objects stuck in between deck and frame or

belt path. Remove obstruction and check

for damage. Replace belt if needed.

2.

Replace with proper belt. Check Parts list
in this manual for correct part number.

3.

Engage belt slowly by depressing the

blade engagement pedal slowly.

4.

Replace with proper belt. Follow
instructions on page 15.

1,

Readjust belt. Replace if needed. Follow
instructions for belt replacement in the

Service and Adjustments section.

2.

Replace. Order with correct part number

from Parts List in this manual.

1.

Adjust belt guides and guards sothat these
are approximately 1/16 to 1/8 inch from belt

when engaged.

2. Realign pulleys to be within approximately
1/16 inch of each other. Check with straight

edge. Make sure fastening hardware is
tight.

3. Replace pulleys. Order with correct part

number from the Parts List in this manual.
Adjust new pulleys to 1/16 inch.

1. There are two switches in the starting

circuit of your unit. Make sure that the
actuator is fully depressing both switch
buttons. Brake pedal must be depressed

and blade engagement pedal disengaged.

2. Install the battery with negative terminal

attached to the black ground wire. Attach
the positive terminal to the red wire which
goes to the solenoid.

3. Replace battery.

4. Replace fuse following instructions on
page 16.

5. Make sure the black ground wire runs from
engine to frame or mounting bolt.

2O

Trouble

Engine cranks but will
not start

Engine smokes 1. Engine oil has been overfilled 1.

1. Throttle/choke not instarting position.

2. No fuelto the carburetor

3. Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged

4. No spark to spark plug

5. Faulty spark plug

6. Dirty air cleaner

2. Dipstick not seated or broken 2.

3. Engine loses crankcase vacuum 3.

Possible Cause

Remedial Action

1. Check owner's guide for correct position
for throttle control/choke for starting.

2. Gasoline tank empty. Fill with gasoline.

3. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace filter if

necessary.

4. Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect

lead. Hold spark plug lead away from
engine block about 1/8". Crank engine.
There should be a spark. If not, have
engine repaired at authorized engine

service dealer.

5. To test, remove spark plug. Attach spark

plug lead to spark plug. Ground the spark
plug body against the engine block. Crank
the engine. The spark plug should fire at
the electrode. Replace if it does not.

6. If the air cleaner is dirty, the engine may
not starL Clean or replace as
recommended by the engine

manufacturer.
Check oil level.

Replace defective part.
Engine breather defective. Replace.

For repairs beyond those listed in the Trouble-Shooting chart above, please contact an authorized

"_w_ service dealer or call Yard-Man Customer Service at 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310.

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SECTION11: PARTSLISTFORMODEL328

Ref. Part No. Description

No.

1 731-1869 Steering Wheel: 4 Spoke
2 731-1904 Steering Wheel Cap

Ref.

No. Part No. Description

1 731-1877 Steering Column: Black
2 731-1918 Control Knob

3 712-0142 Hex Nut 8-32

4 710-3217 Pan Head Machine Screw #8-32
5 710-0599 Hex Screw TT 1/4-20 x .50"

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add

5

the applicable color code, wherever

needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Yard-Man

Green, the part number to order would be

700-xxxx-0665.

Yard-Man Green: 0665
Yard-Man Yellow: 0674

Powder Black: 0637

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19.

20.

21.

22.

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Part No.

17962
650-OOO7

683-0033A

683-0178A
683-0179A

i710-0224

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[710-0459A

710-0643
710-0689
710-0837
710-0958
710-1017

710-1811

!710-3008

712-0116

712-0205
712-0241
712-0267
712-0324
712-0411

712-0711
714-0470
723-0156

726-3046

Description

Switch Plate
Steering Tube Assembly

Steering Support Bracket

Front Axle Assembly: RH

I

Front Axle Assembly: LH

Hex Screw AB
Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5" Gr.5 Sp.

Lock Screw 5/16-18 x 1.0" Gr.5

Hex Screw 1/2-13 x 0.75"

Oval C-Sunk Screw #10-16 x 0.625"

Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 1,25 Gr.5 Sp.

AB Screw 1/4-14 x 0.625"

Self-Tapping Screw 5/16-18 x 0.75"
Hex Screw 5/16-18 x 0.75"

Lock Nut 3/8-24
Hex Nut 1/2-13
Hex Nut
Hex Nut
Lock Nut 1/4-20
Lock Nut

Jam Nut
Cotter Pin

Ball Joint
Ratchet Clip

Ref.

No.

25. 731-0511

26. 735-0265A

27. 735-0266A

28. 736-0105

29. 736-0119

30. 736-0160

31. 736-0169

32. 736-0187

33. 736-0196

34. 736-0242

36. 736-O32O

Part No.

35. 736-0272

37. 736-3076

38. 737-3007

39. 738-0541

40. 738-3089A

41. 741-0225

42. 741-0356

43. 747-0955

44. 748-0290

45. 750-0532

46. 783-0411

47. 783-0565B

48. 783-0566A

Description

Trim Strip
Floor Pad: LH

Floor Pad: RH
Bell Washer
Lock Washer
Flat Washer

Lock Washer

F_atWasher •

Flat Washer
Belleville Washer

Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Grease

Spacer
Steering Adapter
Hex Flange Bearing
Bearing: Steering Column

Tie Rod
Pinion Gear

Spacer
Gear: Steering Segment
Upper Frame Cover

Lift Plate

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add

the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part For instance, it a part

numbered 700-xxxx is painted Yard-Man
Green, the part number to order would be

700-xxxx 0665

Yard-Man Green: 0665
Yard Man Yellow: 0674

Powder Black: 0637

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Part No. Description

683-0156

_83-0156
683-0275
683-0161

710-1017
711-0701
711-1156
712-0287

712-0324

712-3017
714-0104
714-0111
714-0470
720-0166

731-0405
731-1913

732-0865
732-0815

735-0262
735-0261

735-0263

736-0117

736-0159
736-0169

736-0187
736-0272

736-0133

Brake Pedal Assembly
Variable Pedal Assembly
Deck Pedal Assembly
Shift Cam Assembly

I Ab Screw 1/4-14 X .625

Clevis Pin
Shaft
Hex Nut 1/4-20
Lock Nut 1/4-20
Hex Nut 3/8-16

Internal Cotter Pin
Hairpin Clip

Hairpin Clip
Ball Knob

Snap-on Bushing
Stop Lever

Torsion Spring
Extension Spring

Deck Pad
Drive Pad
Brake Pad
Flat Washer 3/8 X .620 X .033
5/16 Washer

Lock Washer

Flat Washer
Flat Washer .510 X 1.00 X .060

Flat Washer .406 x 1.25 x .10

Ref

No. Part No.

30 ! 736-0329
31 J736-0606
32 I 736-3000

33 I 736-3019
34 736-3020
35 I 738-0255
35 ! 738-0373

37 r 738.0974
38 / 741.0591

39 / 746-0935A
40 / 746-0938

41 / 746-0937
42 / 746-0940

43 / 746-0964
44 / 747-o963
45 / 747-0964
46 / 750-0736
47 _783-0473

48 / 783-0525
49 _726-6450

50 _783-0593A

51 _763-0794

164/726-OLOO

Lock Washer
Spring Washer

Flat Washer
Flat Washer .531 X 1.062 X .134
Flat Washer .271 X .630 X .065
Shoulder Screw .375 Dia X .18

Shoulder Screw
Shoulder Screw .375 X .380 X 1/4-20

Flange Bearing
Shift Cable

Variable Drive Cable

Brake Cable
Deck Cable

Throttle Choke Cable: 67"
Brake Rod
Brake Lock Out Rod

Shoulder Spacer
Brake Lock Out Bracket

Self-Propelled Pedal Link

Plug Cap
Shift Lever

Bracket: Lock-Out Pedal
Cable Tie
Flat Washer .406 I.D. x .875 O.D,

Push Cap

, Flet Washer

156173°-02°2

Description

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to
the list of color codes below. Please add

the applicable color code, wherever
needed, to the part number to order a

replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Yard-Man

Green, the part number to order would be

700-xxxx-0665.

Yard-Man Green: 0665

Yard-Man Yellow: 0674

Powder Black: 0637

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Ref.

No.

10. 712-3010

11. 712-3048

12. 714-0104

13. 714-0147

14. 714-3010

15. 720-0298

Part No.

1, 683-0152

2. 683-0194

3. 710-0376

4. 710-3230

5. 711-0332

6. 711-1120

7. 711-3319

8. 712-0266

9. 712-3008

Description

Pivot Link Assembly
Lift Arm Assembly

Hex Screw 5/16-18 X 1.00 Gr.5
Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.75 Gr.5 Special

Lift Bracket Pin
Lift Rod

Ferrule
Jam Nut
Jam Nut 3/8-16 Gr. 5
Hex Nut 5/16-18
Jam Nut
Cotter Pin

i Cotter Pin

Cotter Pin
Handle Grip

Ref.

No.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.

25.

26.

27.

28.

29.

27

Part No.

732-0829
732-0837

736-0119
736-0140

736-0169
736-0257
736-0275

736-3019
738-0145
738-0183

738-0958
783-0435

783-0437
783-0440

Description

Extension Spring

Torsion Spring

Lock Washer 5/16
Flat Washer .385 I.D. x .620 O.D.
Lock Washer
FlatWasher
Flat Washer 5/16
FlatWasher
Shoulder Screw
Shoulder Screw

Shoulder Spacer
Upper Deck Link

Axle Bracket: Rear

Lower Link

Model328

11

\

10

8

z

3

r

..... ]

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to i

I

the list of color codes below. Please add

I

I

the applicable color code, wherever

I

needed, to the part number to order a

replacement part. For instance, if e part
numbered 700-xxxx is painted Yard-Man
Green, the part number to order would be

700-xxxx-0665.

Yard-Man Green: 0665

Yard-Man Yellow: 0674

Powder Black: 0637

\1

2

Ref.

No.

1
2
3
4
5

6

7

8

9

Part No. Description

10
11

629-0865
710-1208

710-0227
710-0605
710-0642
712-3010
714-0115

726-0320
736-0289

736-o119
736-0173

Harness Assembly Adapter

HexTr Screw 5/16-18 x 3.50

Hex Washer Head Self-Tap.Scew

Hex Screw 5/16-18 x 1.5 Gr. 5

Thd. Forming Scr. 1/4-20x .75

Hex Nut 5/16-18
Cotter Pin

Insulator Nut Plate
Shoulder Bushing

Lock Washer 5/16
FlatWasher

.28 I.D. x .74O.D. x .083

750-1064

12
13

14

783-0591

783-0433A

Spacer

"[ransaxleBracket

ShiftLever

28

Model328

32

6

/

I

X7 9

10

Ref.

No.

1

2

3
4

5
6

7
8

9

10
11

12
13
14

15
16
17
18
19

20

23

i

12

25

/

24/

/

/

/ 26/ ,

23_

/

/

4j

Part No. Description

683-0147

710-0191
710-0314

710-0902
710-1611

710-3096
712-0116

712-0241
712-3017
712-3035
714-0114
717-0884

732-0814
732-0815
736-0169
736-0171
736-0219
736-0247
736-0427

737-0167

Idler Bracket Assembly
Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.25

Hex Screw 7/16-20 x 1.0"
Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 3.75

Pan Head TL Screw 5/16-18 x .75
Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 2.0 Special

Jam Lock Nut 3/8-24

Hex Nut 3/8-24
Hex Nut 3/8-16

Hex Jam Nut 9/16-18 (Gr. 5)
Square Key

Variable Speed Pulley Assembly

Extension Spring
Extension Spring
Lock Washer

Lock Washer 7/16 I.D,
Bell Washer .406 I.D. x 1.13 O.D.
Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.25 O.D.
Belleville Washer .567 x 1.125 x .06

Grease

27

31

2S

1

22

/

Ref.

NO.

21

22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

31
32 l

Part No. Description

737-0288
738-0968
741-0405
750-0705

754-0453
756-0116
756-0650
756-0658
756-0981

783-0528
783-0529

683-0149B

Grease

Shoulder Spacer
Bearing

Spacer
V-Belt

Idler Pulley
Transmission Pulley
Engine Pulley
Flat Idler Pulley

Idler Bracket

Cable Bracket

Frame

29

Model328

30

17

16¸

17

18

17

/

26 30

32

18

\

\

15

31 34

16

30

31

30

17

31

/

5

\

\

31 \\

11

3

25j

i4

35

28

4

Ref.

No.

1

3
4
5

6
8

9

10
11

12
14
15
16
17
18
19

Part No. Description

783-0605

783-0564A
783-0811
683-O264
783-0554
783-0414A
783-0413
783-0412A
747-0985
736-3019
736-0275
736-0187

736-0101
735-0271
735-0199A
732-0829

Deck Stabilizing Bracket
Front Frame: Upper

Steering Gear Cover
Front Channel Assembly

Cam Bracket
Frame Rail: Rear
Frame Rail--LH.
Frame RaiI--R.H

Deck Rod
Flat Washer ,531 X 1.062 X .134

Flat Washer 5/16
Flat Washer .64 I.D X 1.24 X .06
Flat Washer 3/8 X 100 X .030

Rubber Bumper
Rubber Bumper
Extension Spring

Ref. I

No, I

20 I 726-0272

21 I
22 I

23 I

25 P
26 I

27 I

26 I
29 I

30 1710-1611
31 1710-1017
32 1710-0599

33 1683-0163A
34 1683-0160
35 !683-0142

3O

Part No.

Clamp: 9/16 dia.

725-0157 Cable Tie

714-0470 Hairpin Clip
714-0147 Hairpin Clip
714-0104 Hairpin Clip

712-0271 Hex Nut
712-0265 Hex Nut 1/4-20
711-1165 Clevis Pin
711-0332 Lift Bracket Pin

Tr Screw 5/16-18 x .75
Torx Mach. AB Scr. 1/4-14 x 0.625"

Hex TT Screw 1/4-20
Steering Support Bracket

Pivot Bracket Assembly: Hood

Pivot Bar Assembly

32

Description

Model328

10

21

33

33

\

17

14

3

34

31

24

20

Model328

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description No.

1 683-0149B
2 683-0190A
3 683-0191A
4 683-0192
5 710-0148
6 710-0157
7 710-0599
8 710-0624

9 710-0654A

10 710-0871
11 710-1237

12 710-1611

13 710-1653

14 711-0222A
15 712-0271

16 712-0291
17 712-0397

18 712-3017
19 712-3057
20 725-0157

21 726-0205

22 726-0209

Ref.

Frame Assembly 23
Frame Rail Support: RH 24
Frame Rail Support: LH 25
Muffler Pipe Extension 26

Hex FI.Screw #8-32 x 0.375 27
Flex Screw 5/16-24 x .75" Gr.5 28

Self-Tapping Screw 29
Hex Screw 5/16-24 x 1.5" Gr.5 30

Hex Washer Head TT Screw 31
3/8-16 x 1.0" 32
Hex Slot Seres Screw #10-32 x 0.38 33
Hex Washer TT Screw #10-32 x 0.625" 34
T1-Screw 5/16-18 x 0.75" 35
Machine Screw #10-32 x 0.5" 36

Battery Hold-Down Rod 37
HexSems Nu 1/4-20 38

Lock Nut 1/4-20 39

Wing Nut with Bell Washer 40

Hex Nut 41
Hex Nut 5/16-24 Gr.5 42
Cable Tie 43
Hose Clamp 44

Cable Tie

Part No. Description

731-0708
731-1682A

731-1945

732-3080

735-0273

736-0119

736-0123
736-0159
736-0169
736-0188
736-0400
736-0607
737-0169
788-0960

741-0516

;741-0591

751B213146
751-0535

751-0656
763-0624

763-0630
783-080gB

Battery Cover
Oil Drain S_eeve

Engine Duct
Compression Spring

Rubber Washer
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
5/16 Washer

! Lock Washer

Flat Washer

Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Motor Oil
Shoulder Screw

Flange Bearing
F_angeBearing

Throttle Casing Clamp
Fue_Line Hose

Fuel Tank
Battery Bracket

Fuel Tank Bracket
Transaxle Support Bracket

Ref,

5 • ,_1; 2.1"

No.

8 3.

11

10 7.

• 8.

_6 * 10.

13 7 9 /_--_( _ 11.

12.

12 14 13.

• _ 15.

32

5.

6.

4.

9.

14.

Part No, Description

634-0139

634-0169
734-1727

734-1382
734-0255
737-0211A
741-0353
634-0138

734-1455A

710-0627

736-0242

714-0115

736-0285
736-0366
731-0484A

Rear Wheel Compl.

Front Wheel CompL

Rear Tire

FrontTire

Valve: Tubeless Air

Grease Fitting
Flange Bearing
Rim Assembly
Rim Assembly

Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75"
Beleville Washer
Dotter Pin

Flat Washer
Flat Washer

Hub Cap (not shown)

Model328

47

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to

the list of color codes below. Please add

the applicable color code, wherever

needed, to the part number to order a
replacement part. For instance, if a part

numbered 700-xxxx is painted Yard-Man
Green, the part number to order would be
700-xxxx-0665.

Yard-Man Green: 0665

Yard-Man Yellow: 0674

Powder Black: 0637

11

11

Ref. Part No.
No.

1. 710-0599

2. 710-0870

3. 710-1017

4. 720-0238

6. 731-0511

7. 731-1691

8. 783-0410

9. 783-0445

Description

TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5
TT Screw 3/8-16 x0.62
Torx AB Screw 1/4-14 x 0.625
Rod End Grip
Trim Strip

Grass Bag Lens
Bracket Reinforcement: Hood

Hood

Ref.
No.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

13

Part No.

783-0446
783-0447

783-0448
783-0449
783-0451A
783-0545
783-0562
757-0364A

10

8

4

/

3

Description

Plate: Hood
Hood Bracket
Hood Bracket: Reinforcement

Hinge Bracket: Rear
Pivot Plate: Rear Hood

Hood Screen
Hinge Bracket: Front

Seat

33

Model328

13

\\\

12

Fief.

No.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

\

8

Part No.

618-0232
618-0248
618-0072B
611-0114
661-0006
710-1206
710-1325
717-0676

719-0313B
732-0863
737-0148

741-0662

761-0202
777-6318

7

4

Description

Differential Assembly: Single Speed
Drive Shaft assembly: LH Brake

Upper Housing Assembly
Detent Shaft Assembly
Brake Yoke Assembly: LH

Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw 1/4-20 x 2.37 Gr .5
Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw 1/4-20 x 1.65
Brake Puck

Lower Housing
Spring Detent

Grease
Ball Detent

Brake Disc
Label

34

Model328

34

.21 j19

27

25

32

38

1

3O_

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to

the list of color codes below. Please add
the applicable color code, wherever

needed, to the part number to order a

replacement part. For instance, if a part
numbered 700-xxxx =s painted Yard-Man
Green, the part number to order would be

700-xxxx-0665.

Yard-Man Green: 0665

Yard-Man Yellow: 0674

Powder Black: 0637

14

/

2O

{ef.

40.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.
7,

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.
14,

15.

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.
25,

26.

27.

28.

29.

30.

31.

32.

33.

34.

35.

36.

37.

38.

39.

40.

Part No.

618-0250
683-0150C
683-0159
683-0173
710-0134
710-0191

710-0347
710-0599
710-0650
710-0672
710-0932
710-1611
712-0241
712-0397
712-0417A
712-3017

712-3057
714-0115
726-0201

726-O233
732-0429A
736-0101
736-0119
736-0169
736-O289
736-0300
736-0343

736-3020
738-0968

742-0651
747-0957
747-0972

747-1172
754-0754

756-0627
783-0463
783-0529
783-0569A
783-0781

783-0594

Description

Spindle Assembly
Deck Assembly
Brake Bracket Assembly

Deck Belt Cover
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .62

Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8
Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.75 Gr. 5

Self-Tapp. Screw 1/4-20 x .5
Self-Tapp. Screw 5/16-18 x .75

Hex Cap Scr. 5/16-24 x 1.25

Carriage Screw
Torx Screw 5/16-18 x .75

Hex Nut 3/8-24

Wing Nut With Bell Washer

Flange Nut 5/8-18
Hex Nut 3/8-16

Hex Nut 5/16-24
Cotter Pin

Speed Nut

Push Nut
Extension Spring

Flat Washer 3/8 x 1.00 x .030
Lock Washer 5/16

Lock Washer 3/8
Bushing

Flat Washer .406 x .875 x .059
Fiat Washer .330 x 1.25 x .120
Flat Washer

Spacer
Three-in-one Blade

Link Rod
Belt Keeper
Belt Keeper

V Belt

Flat Idler Pulley
Idler Bracket

Cable Bracket

Deck Plate
Deck Skirt

Deck Cable Bracket

35

Model328

24

Ref.

No.

27

\

12

1
2
3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10
11

12
13

14
15
16

17
18

19

2O

21

22

23
24
25

26

27

Part No. DeScription

631-0060

131-0080

710-0166
710-0286
710-0456

710-0564
710-0642

710-0825
710-0924
711-0415
712-0271
712-0298

1712-0397

714-0115

726-0271

731-1441

731-1743A
731-1744

73t-1745A
732-0839

732-0641
732-0854

736-0173
736-0329

783-0544A

783-0575A
783-0645

Flow Indicator Assembly

Grass Bag Assembly

Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 1.0
Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5"
Hex Screw #10-16 x 0.5"

Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 2.75"

Self-Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 0.75"

Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 3.75"
Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 0.75"
Clevis Pin
Hex Sems Nut 1/4-20

Jam Nut
Wing Nut

Cotter Pin

Speed Nut
Bag Handle
Discharge Chute: Grass Bag

Side-Discharge Chute
Mulching Plug
Bag ReleaseLever
Torsion Spring
Clip Spring

Fla'_Washer

LockWasher

Grass Bag Screen

Pivot Bracket

Deflector Plate

24

18

36

Model328

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8

,sO

10

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13 7

11

'l_•\\

1

/

9

15

Ref.

No.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.
6,

7.
8,

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

\ /

14

Part No. Description

629-0945
725-0267
725-1426
725-1462
725-1643
725-1657A
725-1381
725-1726
725-3237
729-0125
729-0139

729-0171
729-0357

729-0359
729-1108

Harness Assembly w/o relays
Ignition Switch: 5 Pin

Solenoid: 12 V, 100 amp.
Seat Switch

Spring Switch

Interlock Switch
Fuse: 20 amp.

Battery Cover
Battery Cover: Red

Connecter
Connecter
Connecter

Fuse Holder w/Clip
Harness Clip

Connecter

11

9

37

YourNotes

Date Comments

38

YourNotes

Date

Comments

3g

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

YaRD-MaN

,J'#7,e/n

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD

PRODUCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise
purchased and used in the United States, its possessions
and territories.

MTD warrants this product against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on

the date of original purchase and wil_, at its option, repair or
replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in

material or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only
apply if this product has been operated and maintained in
accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the

product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, com-

mercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water or damage because

of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the

installation or use of any accessory or attachment not
approved by MTD Products Inc. for use with the product(s)
covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any

resulting damages.

Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to
separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or compo-

nent failures will be covered on the product for a period of
90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the

two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered

ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of
OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and compo-

nents include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow

thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are
covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL

AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. To locate the dealer in

your area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or
contact the Customer Service Department of MTD PROD-

UCTS INC by calling 1-800-800-7310 or writing to RO. Box

368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the
following cases:

a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items

carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Please refer

to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these
items.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa-

rate one year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such

as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck

adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior

finish due to use or exposure,

d. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold

or exported outside of the United States of America,
its possessions and territories, except those sold
through MTD's authorized channels of export distribu-

tion.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,

applies after the applicable period of express written

warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other

express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,
except as mentioned above, given by any person or

entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any

product shall bind MTD. During the period of the War-
ranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of

the product as set forth above. (Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so

the above limitation may notapply to you.)

The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales. MTD

shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss
or damages including, without limitation, expenses

incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care ser-
vices, for transportation or for related expenses, or for

rental expenses to temporarily replace e warranted

product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion or limita-
tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above

exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.)

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the

amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration
of the safety features of the product shall void this War-

ranty. You assume the risk and liability for _oas,damage, or
injury to you and your property and/or to others and their

property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use
the product,

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than

the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for
whom it was purchased as a gift.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited
warranty gives you specific _ega_rights, and you may a_so

have other rights which vary from state to state.