MTD Gold 830 Series User manual

PRINTED IN U.S.A. MTD Products Ltd., P. O. Box 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT.
Safety • Setup • Adjustments • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
21” Self-Propelled Rotary Mower — Model Series 830
12.10.08
769-03834A

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Finding and Recording Model Number
Table of Contents
BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
the model number and the serial number to the sample model
plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by
standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear
of the machine.
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new equipment. It will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Please do
NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,
without rst contacting Customer Support.
Customer Support
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit,
you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
1. Visit www.mtdcanada.ca for many useful suggestions, click on Customer Support button.
2. Call a Customer Support Representative at 1-800-668-1238.
3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues in terms of performance, power-rating, specifications,
warranty, and service. Depending on the engine manufacturer, more information is included in this publication or packed
separately with this product.
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.
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Slope Gauge........................................................ 3
Safe Operation Practices................................... 4
Safety Symbols................................................... 7
Set-Up ................................................................. 8
Operation........................................................... 10
Maintenance...................................................... 12
Adjustments ..................................................... 13
Off-Season Storage.......................................... 14
Trouble Shooting .............................................. 15
Illustrated Parts Lists ....................................... 16
Warranty ............................................................ 20

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Slope
Gauge
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.
Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree...
or a corner of a building...
or a fence post
Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope)
15°
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate
your lawn mower on such slopes.

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Safe
Operation
Practices
General Operation
1. Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the ma-
chine and in the manual(s) before operation. Keep
this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the
proper use of this machine before operating it.
3. This machine is a precision piece of power equip-
ment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme
caution at all times. Your unit has been designed to
perform one job: to mow grass. Do not use it for any
other purpose.
4. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
this machine. Children 14 years old and over should
read and understand the instructions in this manual
and should be trained and supervised by a adult.
5. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with
these rules of safe operation should be allowed to
use this machine.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,
toys and other foreign objects which could be tripped
over or picked up and thrown by the blade. Thrown
objects can cause serious personal injury.
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of
material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the
like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall
or obstruction which may cause discharged material
to ricochet back toward the operator.
8. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
stay in the operator zone behind the handles and
keep children, bystanders, helpers and pets at least
75 feet from the mower while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
9. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair
to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
10.Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that
cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are
recommended. Never operate this machine in bare
feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g. canvas)
shoes.
11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can amputate
hands and feet.
12.A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause
blade contact or thrown object injuries.
13.Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being
pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or
tripping. Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling;
release the handle immediately.
14. Never pull the mower back toward you while you are
walking. If you must back the mower away from a wall
or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid
tripping and then follow these steps:
a. Step back from the mower to fully extend your
arms.
b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way
toward you.
d. Repeat these steps as needed.
15.Do not operate the mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
16.Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on units
so equipped while starting engine.
17. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the
safety device inoperative and may result in personal
injury through contact with the rotating blade. The
blade control handle must operate easily in both
directions and automatically return to the disengaged
position when released.
18.Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious
personal injury. If you feel you are losing your footing,
release the blade control handle immediately and the
blade will stop rotating within three seconds.
19.Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Walk,
never run.
20.Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads.
21. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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 at-
tempting to operate
this machine. Failure
to comply with these
instructions may result
in personal injury. When
you see this symbol.
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with
any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This
machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.

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22.Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to
a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or
unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds 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.
23.Never operate mower without proper trail shield,
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.
24.Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn.
Do not touch.
25.Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
26.Only use parts and accessories made for this machine
by the manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury.
27. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance
is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord
(kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster
than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises
or sprains could result.
28.If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Call customer
assistance for the name of your nearest servicing
dealer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents
which can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes
requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, 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. If the slope is greater
than 15 degrees, do not mow it.
Do:
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps
which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are
losing your balance, release the blade control handle
immediately, and the blade will stop rotating within 3
seconds.
Do Not:
1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments,
you could lose your footing or balance.
2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the
slope gauge.
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could
cause slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted
to the mower and the mowing activity. They do not
understand the dangers. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind
and down for small children.
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure your vision of a child who may run into the
mower.
5. Keep children away from hot or running engines.
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.
6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a
power mower. Children 14 years old and over should
read and understand the operation instructions and
safety rules in this manual and should be trained and
supervised by a parent.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
2. Use only an approved gasoline container.
3. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place contain-
ers on the ground away from your vehicle before
filling.
4. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with
a portable container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
5. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
6 Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
7. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable
vapors will accumulate in the area.
8. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two
minutes before refueling.
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Safe
Operation
Practices
WARNING
This machine is equipped
with an internal combus-
tion 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 meeting ap-
plicable local or provincial
laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used,
it should be maintained in
effective working order by
the operator.
A spark arrester for the muf-
fler is available through your
nearest engine authorized
service dealer.
Notice regarding Emis-
sions
Engines which are certified
to comply with California
and federal EPA emission
regulations for SORE (Small
Off Road Equipment) are
certified to operate on regu-
lar unleaded gasoline, and
may include the following
emission control systems:
Engine Modification (EM)
and Three Way Catalyst
(TWC) if so equipped.

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9. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½
inch below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel
expansion.
10.Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
11. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equip-
ment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes
before starting the engine.
12.Never store the machine or fuel container near an
open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater,
space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
appliances.
13.To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
14. Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before
storing.
General Service:
1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine to prevent unintended starting.
3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually
inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn)
Replace blade with the original equipment manufac-
ture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in this manual. “Use
of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety!”
4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and
operating the mower.
8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail
shield are subject to wear and damage which could
expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
safety protection, frequently check components and
replace immediately with original equipment manufac-
turer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. “Use
of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!”
10.Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
11. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
12. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
13.Maintain or replace safety labels, as necessary.
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the
environment.
15.According to the Consumer Products Safety Commis-
sion (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful Life
of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. At the
end of the Average Useful Life, buy a new machine or
have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn exces-
sively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries
or death.
Do not modify engine
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in
any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead
to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe
speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine
governor.
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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.
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.

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WARNING: Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who
read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before
attempting to assemble and operate
DANGER — ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate
unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged,
DANGER — BYSTANDERS
Do not mow when children or others are around.
DANGER — HAND/ FOOT CUT
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
DANGER — THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction. Wear
safety glasses.
DANGER — SLOPES
Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.
WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING— HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during opera-
tion. Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching.
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Safety
Symbols
WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions which,
if not followed, could
endanger the per-
sonal 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, HEED
ITS WARNING!

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Figure 4-3
Figure 4-2
NOTE: Reference to
right, left, front and rear
of the lawn mower is in
relation to the operating
position.
Figure 4-1
IMPORTANT
This unit is shipped
without gasoline or
oil in the engine. Fill
up gasoline and oil
as instructed in the
accompanying engine
manual BEFORE
operating your mower.
IMPORTANT
Make sure to route
cable outside the
lower handle. Do not
crimp cable while
lifting the handle up.
NOTE: The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit.
1. Remove loose parts and any packing material which
may be between upper and lower handles.
a. Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the
handle from position A into the operating position
B. See Figure 4-1. Make sure the lower handle is
seated securly 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.
2. Tighten star knobs securing the lower handle to handle
backets. See Figure 4-2.
3. Rope guide Setup as follows, see Figure 4-3:
a. Hold the blade control against the upper handle.
Position A.
b. Slowly pull starter rope out of engine. Position B.
Release blade control.
c. Slip starter rope into the rope guide. Position C.
d. Tighten rope guide wing nut. Position D.
4. Secure cables to the lower handle using the cable tie.
Pull cable tie tight and cut off excess.
5. To assemble the grasscatcher:
a. Place bag over frame (black plastic side is the bot-
tom of bag.) Insert the hooks on the frame through
the holes in the side plastic channels of the bag.
b. Secure bag to frame by working the plastic chan-
nels on bag over frame. All of the plastic channels
except center top of bag attach from the outside of
bag. Center top of bag attaches from the inside of
bag.
6. Before attaching the grass catcher, the rear mulching
plug must be removed. Refer to Figure 4-4.
a. Lift rear discharge door.
b. Remove rear mulching plug.
NOTE: This Operator’s
Manual covers
several models. Lawn
Mower features vary by
model. Not all features
discussed (or engines
pictured) in this manual
are applicable to all
Lawn Mower models.
Figure 4-4
A
B
A
B
B
A
C
D
B
Setup &
Adjustment

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Figure 4-6
4
WARNING
NOTE: Make certain
bag is turned right side
out before assembling
(warning label will be on
the outside).
NOTE: Make certain
cables are routed to the
outside of the handle so
they are not in the way
when attaching the grass
catcher.
Never operate mower
unless the hooks on
the grass catcher are
firmly seated on the
pivot rod, and the rear
discharge door rests
firmly against top of the
grass catcher.
All mowers are
equipped with a rear
protective guard. The
guard helps eliminate
projectiles thrown by
the blade from injuring
the operator. DO NOT
REMOVE THIS GUARD.
7. Attaching Grass Catcher to Mower
a. Lift the rear discharge door.
b. Place the grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go
of discharge door so that it rests on the grass
catcher. See Figure 4-5.
WARNING: Never operate mower
unless the hooks on the grass
catcher are firmly seated on the pivot
rod, and the rear discharge door
rests firmly against top of the grass
catcher.
8. To install the rear mulching plug.
a. Lift rear discharge door and lift grass catcher up
and out, off of the pivot rod.
b. Insert the rear mulching plug as shown in Figure
4-4 and release the rear discharge door.
9. If converting to side discharge, make sure grass
catcher is off unit and rear mulching plug is in place.
a. On the side of the mower deck, lift the hinged
mulching plug. See Figure 4-6.
b. Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflec-
tor under the hinge pin on the hinged mulching
plug assembly. Lower the hinged mulching plug.
NOTE: Do not remove the hinged mulching plug at any
time, even when you are not mulching.
Cutting Height Adjustment
The height adjuster determines the cutting height of the
mower. The adjuster is located above the left rear wheel.
To adjust the cutting height, pull the lever out and away
from the mower and then move it forward or back to
select a new cutting height. See Figure 4-7.
A
B
A
B
C
Figure 4-7
BA
Figure 4-5
Setup &
Adjustment

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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle
of the mower. See Figure 5-1. The blade control handle
must be depressed in order to operate the unit. Release
the blade control handle to stop the engine and blade.
Drive Control Handle
The drive control handle is located on the underside
of the upper handle. Squeeze the drive control handle
against the upper handle to engage drive system.
Release the control handle to disengage the drive
system in order to stop, slow down, or backup.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle.
Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to
start the unit.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
The height adjuster determines the cutting height of the
mower. The adjuster is located above the left rear wheel,
refer to the Adjustment Section.
Mulch Plug
The mulch plug is used for mulching purpose. Instead of
collecting the grass clippings in the grass catcher, your
mower has the option of recirculating the clippings back
to the lawn. Make sure that the rear discharge door is
closed and the grass catcher is removed from unit while
mulching.
Know Your Lawn Mower
Speed Control
The speed control is located on the variable speed control
housing on the upper handle. This control is used to select
the forward speed of the mower. See Figure 5-1 inset.
IMPORTANT: Move the speed control only when the
engine is running. Changing the speed control setting with
the engine off can damage the mower.
NOTE: The speeds noted on the speed control are not
exact. Speed will vary depending on belt wear, cable wear,
and mowing conditions.
Before Starting
1. Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed
in the separate engine manual.
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. Engine ex-
haust contains carbon monoxide,
an odorless and deadly gas. Keep
hands, feet, hair and loose cloth-
ing away from any moving parts
on engine and lawn mower.
WARNING
Figure 5-1
Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
This 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.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.
Recoil Starter
Blade Control
Drive Control
Speed Control
Cutting Height
Adjustment Lever
Mulch Plug

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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
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.
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. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
lawn mower.
Figure 5-2
2. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If unit is
equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the
spark plug wire, make certain the metal loop on the
end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot)
is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark
plug.
Starting Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with
your unit.
1. If equipped, place the fuel valve lever found on the
left side of the engine into the ON (OPEN) position,
Figure 5-2.
2. If equipped, move the choke lever into the choke
position.
3. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade
control against upper handle, Figure 5-1. The choke
will now begin to slowly return to the off choke
position after activating the blade control. Therefore,
quickly move onto step four below.
4. Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp
recoil starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid,
continuous, full arm stroke. See Figure 5-2. Keeping
a firm grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind
slowly. Repeat until engine cranks. Let the rope
rewind each time slowly.
To Stop Engine
1. Release the blade control handle to stop the engine
and blade.
2. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire as
instructed in the separate engine manual to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended.
WARNING: Wait for the blade to
stop completely before doing any
work on the mower or to remove
the grass catcher.
Using Your Lawn Mower
Be sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other
objects which could damage the lawn mower or the
engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the
mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury
to the operator and others.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thor-
oughly inspect the mower for any
damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating
the mower. Extensive vibration
of the mower during operation is
an indication of damage. The unit
should be promptly inspected
and repaired.
1. Once the engine is running, squeeze the drive control
against the upper handle to propel mower.
2. To change speed, move speed control to the desired
speed.
NOTE: When selecting a drive speed, use the first speed
until you are comfortable and familiar with the operation
of the mower.
Using as Mulcher
For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher, insert
rear mulch plug, and remove side discharge chute from
the mower. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass.
If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four
inches, mulching is not recommended. Use the grass
catcher to bag clippings instead.
Using Grass Catcher
You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while
you are operating the mower.
1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the
“Assembly & Set-Up” section. Grass clippings will
automatically collect in bag as you run mower. Oper-
ate mower till grass bag is full.
2. Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control.
Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop.
3. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away
from the mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the
grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete.
ON
OFF
1
3
42

12
6
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING
Always stop engine,
disconnect spark plug,
and ground against
engine before cleaning,
lubricating or doing any
kind of maintenance on
your machine.
IMPORTANT: Do not
use a pressure washer
or garden hose to clean
your unit. These may
cause damage to electric
components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or the
engine. The use of water
will result in shortened life
and reduce serviceability.
General Recommendations
1. Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,
operator must maintain the lawn mower as
instructed here.
3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
4. All adjustments should be checked at least once
each season.
5. Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these
are tight.
Lubrication
1. Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle
at least once a season with light oil. The blade
control must operate freely in both directions. See
Figure 6-1.
2. If your mower is equipped with ball bearing wheels,
lubricate at least once a season with a light oil, all
other types require no lubrication. However, if the
wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the
surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the
wheel with light automotive oil.
3. Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point periodi-
cally with light oil to prevent rust. See Figure 6-1.
4. The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the
factory and does not require lubrication.
5. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrica-
tion schedule and instruction.
Deck Care
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use
to prevent build-up of grass clippings or other debris.
Follow steps below for this job.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from
lawn mower or place a piece of plastic under the gas
cap.
2. Tip mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep
the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold mower
firmly.
WARNING: Never tip the mower more
than 90º in any direction and do not
leave the mower tipped for any length
of time. Oil can drain into the upper
part of the engine causing a starting
problem.
3. Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a pressure washer or garden
hose to clean your unit. These may cause damage to
bearings, or the engine. The use of water will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
Figure 6-1
Cutting grass in
sandy soil condition
causes abrasive wear
to the blade.
4. Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If
you had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make
sure to remove it now.
Engine
1. Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
2. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow
instructions carefully.
3. Under normal conditions service air cleaner as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with
your unit. Clean every few hours under extremely
dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should
be serviced.
4. The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is recom-
mended at the start of each mowing season; check
engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifica-
tions.
NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all require-
ments of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
5. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush.
Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean
to permit proper air circulation which is essential to
engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all
grass, dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.
Rear Flap Replacement
The rear flap is attached to the back of the mower deck,
and is designed to minimize the possibility that objects
will be thrown from the rear of the mower toward the
operator. If the rear flap becomes damaged, replace as
follows.
1. Lift rear door, remove screw and press flap in on either
side to remove from hole. See Figure 6-2.

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6
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Mower
An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotat-
ing at high speeds. It
may cause damage
to mower, and could
break causing per-
sonal injury.
When removing
the cutting blade
for sharpening or
replacement or
when sliding the belt
around it, protect
your hands with a
pair of heavy gloves
or use a heavy rag to
hold the blade.
WARNING
Figure 6-4
2. Remove screw and flap from opposite hole and replace
with new flap following these steps in reverse order.
AdjustmentsVariable Speed Cable
Periodic adjustment of the variable speed cable may be
necessary due to normal wear on the drive system.
Adjustment is needed if unit begins to run too slow or
too fast.
1. Start engine and place shift lever in the third speed
position.
2. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire and
ground it against engine.
3. With engine off, shift back to first speed. This will
provide slack in the cable.
4. Remove back cover of speed control housing by
removing the three screws securing it to the housing.
See Figure 6-3.
5. Remove screw and flat washer securing cable. See
Figure 6-3.
NOTE: Make sure to take note of which slot in housing
cable is in.
6. Using a pair of needle nose pliers or similar tool, move
eyelet in cable only one slot to the left in housing as
shown in Figure 6-4.
NOTE: Moving eyelet to the left speeds unit up; moving it
to the right slows it down.
7. Replace screw and washer removed earlier and
reassemble back of housing.
B
A
Figure 6-2
Figure 6-3

14
6
Maintaining
Your Lawn
Mower
NOTE: When replacing
the belt, check that the
newly installed belt is
seated correctly and is
riding smoothly on the
engine pulley.
Blade Care
Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks,
especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when
necessary. Follow the steps below for blade service:
1. Disconnect spark plug boot from spark plug. Turn
mower on its side making sure that the air filter and
the carburetor are facing up.
2. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which
hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine
crankshaft. See Figure 6-5.
3. Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft.
NOTE: When removing these items, a wave washer
may also come off with the adapter. Be sure to include
this washer when reassembling the blade adapter.
Failure to do so will result in the unit not being able to
change speeds.
4. The blade may be resharpened by removing it and
either grinding or filing the cutting edge keeping
as close to the original bevel as possible. Do not
attempt to sharpen the blade while it is still on the
mower.
5. It is extremely important that each cutting edge
receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an
unbalanced blade.
NOTE: Improper blade balance will result in excessive
vibration causing eventual damage to the engine and
mower. Be sure to carefully balance blade after sharp-
ening. Possible damage resulting from blade unbalance
condition is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
NOTE: Always remove blade from the adapter for testing
balance.
5. 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.
6 Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter
to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the
inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil.
7. Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the
“star” away from the engine. See Figure 6-5. Place
the blade with the side marked “bottom” (or with part
number) facing away from the adapter. Align the blade
bell support over the blade with the tabs in the holes
of the blade and insert the hex bolt.
8. Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed below:
Blade Mounting Torque
Center Bolt 450 in. lb. min., 600 in.lb. max.
To insure safe operation of your unit, ALL nuts and bolts
must be checked periodically for correct tightness.
Belt Care
NOTE: Several components must be removed in order
to change the mower’s belt. See an authorized dealer to
have your belt replaced.
Off-Season Storage
The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn
mower for storage.
• Cleanandlubricatemowerthoroughlyasdescribedin
the lubrication instructions.
• Wedonotrecommendtheuseofapressurewasher
or garden hose to clean your unit.
• Refertoenginemanualforcorrectengine
storage instructions.
• Coatmower’scuttingbladewithchassisgreaseto
prevent rusting.
• Storemowerinadry,cleanarea.Donotstorenextto
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly
ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to
rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat
the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of
your lawn mower before storage.
Blade Bell
Support
Bolt
Blade
Adapter Blade
Figure 6-5

15
For repairs beyond
the minor adjust-
ments listed here,
contact an authorized
service dealer.
7
Trouble
Shooting
CauseProblem Remedy
Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Engine not primed.
5. Faulty spark plug.
6. Blocked fuel line.
7. Engine flooding.
8. Fuel valve (if quipped) closed.
9. Engine not choked (if equipped with
choke).
10. Burnt fuse. (Electric Start only).
1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Refer to engine manual.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Clean fuel line.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not prime.
8. Open fuel valve. See engine manual.
9. Choke engine. See engine manual.
10. Replace fuse (see Maintenance Section).
Engine runs erratic 1. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with fresh
fuel.
5. Refer to engine manual.
6. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Gas cap vent plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor out of adjustment.
Engine overheats 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Refer to the engine manual packed with your
unit.
3. Remove blower housing and clean.
4. Refer to engine manual.
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air filter.
3. Air flow restricted.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Occasional skip (hesitates)
at high speed
1. Adjust gap to .030”. Refer to engine manual.
2. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug gap too close.
2. Carburetor idle mixture adjustment
improperly set.
Idles poorly 1. Reset gap to .030” or replace spark plug.
Refer to engine manual.
2. Refer to engine manual.
3. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too
wide.
2. Carburetor improperly adjusted.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Cutting Blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting blade.
1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade
2. Replace blade.
Excessive vibration
1. Wheels not positioned correctly.
2. Dull blade.
Uneven cut 1. Place all four wheels in same height position.
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Wet grass.
2. Excessive high grass.
3. Dull blade.
1. Do not mow when grass is wet;
wait until later to cut.
2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow
again at desired height or make a narrower
cutting path.
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
Mower will not mulch
grass
1. Belt not installed properly.
2. Debris clogging drive operation.
1. Checking belt for proper pulley installation and
movement.
2. Clean out debris.
Wheels will not propel

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Model Series /Modèle de séries 830
28
33
24
23
25 32
37
38
10
11
21
30 20
18
16
15
14
26
29
27
28
12
9
5
41
537
4
2
3
8
13
17
46
45
34
35
31
22
36
39
7
43
1
6
19
44
40
42
47

17
8
IMPORTANT
For a proper working
machine, use Factory
Approved Parts.
V-BELTS are specially
designed to engage
and disengage safely.
A substitute (non OEM)
V-Belt can be danger-
ous by not disengaging
completely.
REF PART
NO.NO.
N° DE N° DE
RÉF PIÈCE DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTION
1 754-04176 V-Belt Courroie trapézoïdale
2 732-04338B Spring Lever Levier de ressort
3 720-04096 Foam Grip - Black Poignée de mousse - noir
720-04097 Foam Grip - Red Poignée de mousse - rouge
4 717-04540 Spur Gear 14T LH Engrenage 14 dents gauche
5 738-04278 Shoulder Screw 1/4-20 x .50 Vis à épaulement 1/4-20 x 0,50
6 710-04762 Screw, #12-16 Vis no. 12-16
7 749-04267A Cross Bracket Support
8 687-02204 Front Bracket Assembly Support avant
9 731-05470 Clip Spacer Entretoise
10 741-04136B Split Hex Flange Bearing Roulement à bride hex.
11 734-4087 Fr. Wheel 8 x 1.8 Pin Bar Yellow Ensemble de roue avant 8 x 1,8 Pin bar jaune
734-04014B Fr. Wheel 8 x 2.125 Grey Idle S-Wave Ensemble de roue avant 8 x 2,125 Gris
734-04033 Fr. Wheel 8 x 2 Grey Idle S-Wave Ensemble de roue avant 8 x 2,125 Gris
12 712-04065 Hex L-FlangeNut 3/8-16 Gr. F, Nylon Contre-écrou à embase 3/8-16 Qual. F, nylon
13 734-4467 Rear Wheel Ass'y TVS Dr. Pin Yellow Ensemble de roue arrière jaune
634-04430 Rear Wheel Ass'y 8" TVS S-Wave Grey Ensemble de roue arrière gris
14 710-04531 Pan Scr. 1/4-20 x .390 Vis 1/4-10 x 0,390
15 717-04539 Spur Gear 14T RH Engrenage 14 dents droite
16 731-06284 Baffle Déflecteur
17 731-06355 Wheel Dust Cover Courvercle
18 687-02415 Transmission Bearing Support Support
19 731-05872 Clip Spacer Entretoise
20 716-0198 Retaining Ring .875 Bague de retenue
21 687-02314A Rear Bracket Assembly Support
22 732-04527 Compression Spring Ressort de compression
23 756-04316 Upper Pulley Poulie supérieur
24 712-04161 Flange Nut Écrou
25 756-04317 Lower Pulley Poulie inférieur
26 687-02320 Handle Bracket Ass'y LH Support de guidon CG
27 715-0221 Dowel Pin Goupille
28 618-04581 Transmission Assembly Transmission
29 687-02321 Handle Bracket Ass'y LH Support de guidon CG
30 748-0390 Bearing Support Spacer Entretoise
31 732-04313 Extension spring Ressort d'extension
32 748-04096 Blade Adapter Adaptateur
33 710-1044 Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.50 Vis 3/8-24 x 1,50
34 736-0524B Blade Bell Support Support de la lame
35 742-0741 21" Mulching Blade Lame déchiquetage 21 po
36 736-0447 Space Washer Rondelle
37 710-0599 Hex Wash S-Tapp Scr 1/4-20 x .50 Vis autotaraudeuse à rondelle hex. 1/4-20 x 0,50
38 731-06112 Engine Baffle Déflecteur du moteur
39 656-04046 Lower Pulley Assembly Ensemble de poulie inférieur
40 756-04311A Pulley Half Poulie demi
41 736-3012A Wave Washer Rondelle ondulée
42 710-04774 Screw 1/4-15 x 1.250 Vis 1/4-15 x 1,250
43 725-0157 Cable Tie Attache-câble
44 736-0242 Cupped Washer .340 x .872 x .080 Rondellel creuse 0,340 x 0,872 x 0,080
45 732-04543 Ring, .375 ID x .054 Bague 0,375 DI x 0,054
46 878-01673 Gear Retiner Strap Rentenue
12AV839Q
04.29.08
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accessories refer to
customer support on
page 2.
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à la page 2 pour ce qui
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et/ou accessoires.
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18
Model Series /Modèle de séries 830
28
43
42
41
44
11
45
35
12 10
59
23
2
6
7
39
37
1
49
5
13
36
31
31
15
21
52
19
17
8
38
14
46
20
51
48
50
53
422
3
46
18
46
47
27
16
34
25 30
26
29
926
30
40
10
33
32
24
10
25
A
B
B
A
56
54
55
46
57
58
Models with electric start
Modèles avec démarreur électrique

19
8
IMPORTANT
For a proper working
machine, use Factory
Approved Parts.
V-BELTS are specially
designed to engage
and disengage safely.
A substitute (non OEM)
V-Belt can be danger-
ous by not disengaging
completely.
REF PART
NO.NO.
N° DE N° DE
RÉF PIÈCE DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTION
1746-04040 Drive Cable Câble de la commande
2735-04059 Rubber Grommet Grummet
3747-04994 Drive Control Ass'y Commande d’embrayage de l’entraînement
4732-04516 Shift Spring Ressort
5747-04995 Blade Control Handle Poignée de commande de la lame
6746-04438 Control Cable Snap-in 48.9" Lg. Câble de commande de la lame 48,9 po de lg.
7749-04555 Lower Handle Guidon inférieur
8725-0157 Cable Tie Attache câble
9732-04535 Torsion Spring LH Ressort de torsion CG
10 710-0599 Hex Wash S-Tapp Scr 1/4-20 x .50 Vis autotaraudeuse à rond.hex. 1/4-20 x 0,50
11 787-01618 21" Deck Corps 21 po
12 710-0654A Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 x .88 Vis autotaraudée 3/8-16 x 0,88
13 787-01346 Deck Baffle Déflecteur 21 po corps
14 731-06304 Variabale Speed Contol Panel Cover Couvercle
15 731-06305 Variabale Speed Contol Panel Cover Couvercle
16 710-0779A Screw, #10-16 x .50 Vis no. 10-16 x 0,50
17 736-0451 Saddle Washer Rondelle selle
18 736-0329 L-Wash 1/4 ID Rondelle frein 1/4 DI
19 712-04064 Flanged Lock Nut 1/4-20 Gr. F Nylon Écrou à embase 1/4-20 Qual. F nylon
20 710-0606 Hex Cap Screw1/4-20 x 1.5" Lg. Vis à tête hex. 1/4-20 x 1,5 po de lg.
21 731-06873 Control Panel (w/o Electric Start) Panneau (sans démarreur électrique)
731-06876 Control Panel (w/Electric Start) Panneau (avec démarreur électrique)
22 747-04718 Bail Pivot Rod - RH Tige CD
747-04719 Bail Pivot Rod LH Tige CG
23 746-04439 Variable Speed Cable Câble
24 731-06173 Rear Baffle Déflecteur arrière
25 710-3025 Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 Vir 5/16-18 x 0,625
26 712-04063 Hex Flange L-Nut 5/16-18 Gr. F Contre-écrou à embase 5/16-18 Qual. F
27 731-05462A Trail Shield Abattant de protection arrière
28 731-05157 Rear Mulching Plug Bouchon de déchiquetage arrière
29 731-05702 Rear Discharge Door Porte d’éjection arrière
30 710-1241 Hex Lock Screw 1/4-15 x 1.0 Vis à tête hex. 1/4-15 x 1,0
31 720-04072 Knob - Star 5/16-18 Bouton - étoile 5/16-18
32 732-04534 Torsion Spring RH Ressort de torsion CD
33 747-05034 Door Pivot Rod Tige de pivotement
34 647-04051 Grass Bag Frame Bâti de sac à herbe
35 664-04046A Grass Bag -Generic Black Sac à herbe -Generic noir
664-04052A Grass Bag - WOP Grey Sac à herbe - WOP gris
664-04069 Grass Bag - MTD Gold Sac à herbe - MTD Gold
664-04101 Grass Bag - Troybilt Sac à herbe - Troy bilt
36 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0 Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 2,0
37 720-0279 Knob Bouton
38 710-1205 Rope Guide Bolt Boulon de guidage de cordon
39 749-04504 Upper Handle Guidon supérieur
40 736-0270 Cup. Wash. .265 ID x .75 OD x .062 Rondelle creuse 0,265 DI x 0,75 DE x 0,062
41 732-1014 Torsion Spring Ressort de torsion
42 17032A Chute Hinge Charnière de déflecteur
43 747-0710 Hinge Pin Axe de charnière
44 687-02055 Complete Mulch Plug Plaque de déchiquetage complet
45 731-04177 Side Chute Deflector Déflecteur de la goulotte
46 710-0642 Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 Vis no. 1/4-20 x 0,75
47 728-0199 Rivet, plastic Rivet
48 731-06189 4 Speed Actuator Régulateur
49 731-06193 Speed Selector Level Sélecteur
50 715-04073 Dowel Pin Goupille
51 736-0275 Washer Rondelle
52 736-3000 Flat Washer .250 x .750 x .119 Rondelle plate .250 x .750 x .119
53 710-0895 Screw, 1/4-15 x .750 Vis 1/4-14 x 0,750
54 725-04329 Battery Charger Chargeur de la batterie
55 625-04050 Harness Assembly Faisceau
56 725-04323 Battery, 12V Batterie
57 725-0201 Ignition Key Clé
58 725-04347 Key SwitchInterrupteur
59 726-0201 Speed Nut Écrou rapide
12AI839Q
12.10.08
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accessories refer to
customer support on
page 2.
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à la page 2 pour ce qui
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9
Warranty
Failure to comply
with suggested
maintenance
and lubrication
specifications will
void warranty.
08.08.08
THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used
in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”).
MTD warrants this product (excluding its normal wear parts as described below) against defects in material and workmanship
for a period of three (3) 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. 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, commercial 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 part, accessory
or attachment not approved by MTD for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any
resulting damage.
Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the
date of purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters,
grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber, tires,
engine oil, air filters and spark plugs.
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;
In the U.S.A.: Check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call
1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada: Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, or call 1-800-668-1238 or log on to our Web site at
www.mtdcanada.com.
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Refer to applicable
manufacturer’s warranty for terms and conditions. The Powermore engine is not excluded under this agreement.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one-year warranty.
c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.
d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer.
e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of Canada, including possessions and territories.
f. Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts.
g. Transportation charges and service calls.
h. If Products are used commercially. (MTD may separately offer Limited Commercial Warranties on certain select products.
Ask your dealer or retailer for details or contact MTD Service for more information.)
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, ap-
plies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express
warranty, 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 warranty, the exclusive remedy is
repair or replacement of the product as set forth above.
The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD shall
not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for
substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations 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
safety features of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you
and your property and/or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased
as a gift.
HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: [phone]
MTD Products Ltd., P. O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone: [phone]