Operator`s manual

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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

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, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,

Ohio 44136-0019.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

IMPORTANT

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

21-inch Rotary Mower — Model E445

01/16/2006

FORM NO. 769-01686B

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Summary of content (20 pages)

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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL 21-inch Rotary Mower — Model E445 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Slope Gauge ....................................................... 3 Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4 Setup and Adjustment ....................................... 6 Operating Your Lawn Mower ..............................
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. 1 Slope Gauge �� 3 www.mymowerparts.com 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).
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2 Safe Operation Practices WARNING 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 in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating. 20. Never operate mower without proper trailshield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control handle, or other safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal injury. 21. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 22.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. A a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Step 1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets. b. Tighten star knobs securing upper handle to lower handle. Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle. Setup and Adjustment 2. Locate hairpin clip in one hole on the weld pin on each side of lower handle. a.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3 5. An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel position provides cutting height adjustment. a. Depress lever towards wheel. b. Move it to any of the nine positions for desired cutting height. See Step 5. c. Release lever towards mower deck. Setup and Adjustment 6. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher: 2 a. Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is at the bottom. 1 b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4 Operating Your Lawn Mower Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Drive Control Electric Starter Recoil Starter Gas Fill Oil Fill Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (one at each wheel) WARNING The blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. � � � Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5 Lubrication 1. Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 3. 2. Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner surface of the wheel with light oil. See Figure 3. Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 3.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5 Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up. 2. Remove bolt, blade bell support, blade, and blade adapter from the engine crankshaft. See Figure 5. 3.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower Replacing Battery WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which may cause burns. Do not short circuit or mutilate batteries in any way. Do not put batteries in fire as these may burst or release toxic materials. 1. Loosen round handle knobs securing upper and lower handles and carefully fold the upper handle down toward the lower handle as shown in Figure 8. 2.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5 Replacing Fuse The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will not operate. If the unit fails to start with the electric starter, perform the following steps to check the fuse inside the battery housing: 1. Open the battery cover as described in Replacing Battery, see Figure 8. Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 2. Remove fuse from socket and inspect as shown in Figure 11.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 6 Problem Engine fails to start Trouble Shooting Engine runs erratic For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Cause 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower �� 7 Safety Labels WARNING ��
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 1 747-1161A Blade Control 2 749-1233B Upper Handle 42 710-1652 AB Screw 3 747-04080 Grass Catcher Frame 43 712-04065 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 4 749-0928A Lower Handle 44 714-0104 Hairpin Clip 5 720-0279 Wing Nut 45 710-0654A TT Sems Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00 6 710-1205 Rope Guide 46 687-02193 Ht. Adj. Assy. Front - LH 7 710-1174 Carriage Bolt ,5/16-18 x 2 687-02194 Ht. Adj.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES: Use this page to write down important information. 18 www.mymowerparts.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES: Use this page to write down important information. 19 www.mymowerparts.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC 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 will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.