MTD 020 Series User manual

Owner’s
Manual
•SET-UP
•OPERATION
•MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT
Read Safety Rules and
Instructions Carefully
PRINTED IN CANADA OG-202
Model Series 020
Walk Behind Mowers

GENERAL OPERATION
•Read, understand, and follow all instruc
-
tions on the machine and in the manual(s)
before attempting to assemble and operate.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future
and regular reference and for ordering re-
placement parts.
•Be familiar with all controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the machine
and disengage them quickly.
•Never allow children under 14 years old to
operate this machine. 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.
•Never llow adults to operate this machine
without proper instruction.
•To help avoid blade contact or a thrown ob-
ject injury, keep bystanders, helpers,
children and pets at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation. Stop ma-
chine if anyone enters the area.
•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
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CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
•LOCATE YOUR MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER which appears on your unit and
record the information in the space provided below.
IMPORTANT: You must have these numbers, along with the date and proof of
purchase to receive warranty or service.
•If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any questions regarding the
controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Departm ent.
•Customer Support can be reached by dialing: 1-800-668-1238
•Please have your model number and serial number ready when you call.
NOTE: Although both numbers are important, you will be asked to enter only your
serial number before your call can be processed.
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IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not fol-
lowed, 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.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe op-
eration 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 seri ous injury or death.

or picked up and thrown by the blade.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal
injury.
•Plan your mowing pattern to avoid dis-
charge of material toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and the like. Also, avoid dis-
charging material against a wall or
obstruction which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the opera-
tor.
•Always wear safety glasses or safety gog-
gles during operation and while performing
an adjustment or repair to protect your
eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
•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.
•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; re-
lease the handle immediately.
•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 ex-
tend 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.
•Do not operate the mower while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts
or under the cutting deck. Contact with the
blade can amputate hands and feet.
•A missing or damaged discharge cover can
cause blade contact or thrown object inju-
ries.
•Do not engage the self-propelled mecha-
nism on units so equipped while starting
engine.
•Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting
height adjustment while the engine is run-
ning.
•The blade control handle is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operation.
Doing so makes the safety device inopera-
tive 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.
•Never operate the mower in wet grass. Al-
ways 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 sec-
onds.
•Mow only in daylight or in good artificial
light. Walk, never run.
•Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives,
walks or roads.
•If the equipment should start to vibrate ab-
normally, stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is gen-
erally a warning of trouble.
•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.
•Never operate mower without proper trail
shield, discharge cover, grass catcher,
blade control handle or other safety protec-
tive devices in place and working. Never
operate mower with damaged safety de-
vices. Failure to do so, can result in
personal injury.
•Muffler and engine become hot and can
cause a burn. Do not touch.
•Only use parts and accessories made for
this machine by the manufacturer. Failure to
do so, can result in personal injury.
•If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment.
Contact your customer support department.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and
fall accidents which can result in severe in-
jury. 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:
•Mow across the face of slopes; never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Watch for
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holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects which can cause you to slip or trip.
Tall grass can hide obstacles. 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:
•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or em-
bankments, you could lose your footing or
balance.
•Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees
as shown on the slope gauge.
•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 under-
stand the dangers. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw
them.
a) Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of a re-
sponsible adult other than the operator.
b) Be alert and turn mower off if a child
enters the area.
c) Before and while moving backwards,
look behind and down for small chil-
dren.
d) 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.
e) Keep children away from hot or running
engines. They can suffer burns from a
hot muffler.
•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 su-
pervised by a parent.
SERVICE
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE:
•To avoid personal injury or property dam-
age use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the va-
pors are explosive. Serious personal injury
can occur when gasoline is spilled on your-
self or your clothes which can ignite. Wash
your skin and change clothes immediately.
a) Use only an approved gasoline con-
tainer.
b) Never fill containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic
liner. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle before
filling.
c) When practical, 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.
d) 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.
e) Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.
f) Never fuel machine indoors.
g) Never remove gas cap or add fuel
while the engine is hot or running. Al-
low engine to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
h) Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no
more than ½ inch below bottom of filler
neck to provide space for fuel expan-
sion.
i) Replace gasoline cap and tighten se-
curely.
j) If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the en-
gine and equipment. Move unit to
another area. Wait 5 minutes before
starting the engine.
k) Never store the machine or fuel con-
tainer inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water
heater, space heater, furnace ,clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
l) To reduce fire hazard, keep machine
free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage
and remove any fuel soaked debris.
m) Allow machine to cool at least 5 min-
utes before storing.
GENERAL SERVICE:
•Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
gas.
•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 pre-
vent unintended starting.
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•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 manufacturer’s
(O.E.M.) blade only, listed in this manual.
“Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to im-
proper performance and compromise
safety!”
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap
the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them.
•Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working con-
dition.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
•After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine, disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine. Thoroughly in-
spect the mower for any damage. Repair
the damage before starting and operating
the mower.
•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 compo-
nents and replace immediately with original
equipment manufacturer’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 perfor-
mance and compromise safety!”
•Do not change the engine governor setting
or overspeed the engine. The governor con-
trols the maximum safe operating speed of
the engine.
•Maintain or replace safety and instruction la-
bels, as necessary.
•Observe proper disposal laws and regula-
tions. Improper disposal of fluids and
materials can harm the environment. SI-102
1.17.02
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
SAFETY LABEL 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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15º
USE THIS SHEET AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY.
A CORNER OF A BUILDING
FOLD ON DOTTED LINE, REPRESENTING A 15ºSLOPE
OR A FENCE POST
SIGHT AND HOLDTHIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE
A POWER POLE
DANGER
Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess excess of 15 degrees ( a rise of approximately 2½ 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.
SLOPE GAUGE
(Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.)

It is suggested that this manual be read in its
entirety before attempting to assemble or
operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE
or OIL. After assembly, service engine with
gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit.
Your mower is a precision piece of power
equipment, not a play thing. Therefore,
exercise extreme caution at all times.
Tools Required for Assembly
(2) ½" Wrench
(1) 7/16" Wrenches
(1) 9/16" Wrenches
(1) 3/4" Wrench or an Adjustable Wrench
(Two 6" Adjustable Wrenches may be used
instead of the above.)
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
Lay out the hardware according to the illustration for identification purposes. Part numbers are
shown in parentheses.
Figure 1

NOTE: Locknuts cannot be threaded
onto a bolt by hand, a wrench is re-
quired for assembly. This type of nut is
used where vibrations occur.
UNPACKING
•Remove the lawn mower and all parts from
the carton. Make certain all parts and litera-
ture have been removed from the carton
before the carton is discarded.
•Refer to “Contents of Hardware Pack”, figure
1, for hardware identification.
ATTACHING THE LOWER HANDLE
(Hardware A)
•Raise the rear of the deck and block se-
curely.
•Place the lower handle, (pointed end down)
over the deck and align the holes in the
deck with the holes in the handle. See Fig-
ure 2.
•Using two ½" wrenches, attach the lower
handle to the deck with hex cap screws and
secure with flange locknuts. Tighten se-
curely.
ATTACHING THE UPPER HANDLE
(Hardware B)
•Place the upper handle in position over the
lower handle. The blade control must be on
the upper side of the handle.
•Secure the upper handle to the lower handle
using carriage bolts, lockwashers and hex
nuts, see figure 3.
NOTE: The head of the carriage bolts
go on the outside of the handle.
ATTACHING THE BLADE CONTROL
CABLE
•Make certain the blade control handle is on
the top of the upper handle.
•The brake cable is attached to the engine,
and has a “Z” fitting on the loose end. Route
the brake cable over the lower handle. Snap
the plastic fitting into the hole on the inside
of the upper handle as shown in figure 4.
•Hook the “Z” end of the brake cable into the
hole in the blade control handle from the
outside to the inside as shown in figure 5.
WARNING: Brake cable must be as-
sembled as shown for proper blade
brake operation.
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Figure 3
Carriage
Bolt
Hex Nut
(Mounted
on inside
of handle)
Lockwasher
Figure 2
Figure 4
Plastic Fitting
Figure 5
Blade Control
Handle
“Z” Fitting

ATTACHING THE STARTER ROPE
(Hardware C)
•The starter rope is inside the top of the en-
gine. Additional rope may be wound around
the starter handle. If so, unwind the rope
from the handle.
•With the spark plug wire disconnected and
grounded, depress the blade control handle
and pull the rope out of the engine.
•Place the rope guide around the starter han-
dle, so the opening in the rope guide is
toward the front of the mower as shown. In-
sert the rope guide into the right side of the
handle, and secure with hex locknut. See
figure 6.
NOTE: If the starter rope becomes dis-
connected from rope guide on handle,
disconnect and ground the spark
plug wire. Depress the blade control
handle and pull the starter rope out
from engine slowly. Slip the starter
rope into the rope guide bolt on han-
dle.
SECURING THE CABLES (Hardware F)
Secure the cable to the left side of the han-
dle as follows.
WARNING: When attaching the con-
trol cables, the cables must be
routed to avoid contact with all
sharp edges and hot surfaces to
prevent damage to the cables,
which will render the control inoper-
ative.
•Insert posts on cable ties into holes pro-
vided on the inside of the handle, one on
the upper handle and one on the lower han-
dle. The holes may be either on the inside
or outside of the handles. See figure 7A.
•Secure the cables with the cable ties. See
figure 7B. Trim excess ends of cable ties.
Secure the cable to the left side of the han-
dle as follows.
INSTALLATION OF WHEELS
(Hardware E)
The three holes provide three cutting heights
for your mower. Use the same hole location
for all four wheels when assembling. See fig-
ure 8.
•Place axle bolt through wheel.
•Place one smaller
cupped washer
(with the cupped
side of washer to-
ward the deck
(away from wheel).
•Secure the wheel to deck with one larger
cupped washer on the inside of the deck
(cupped side against the deck) and hex nut.
Tighten securely. Assemble the other wheels
in the same manner.
ATTACHING CHUTE DEFLECTOR
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without chute deflector or an
approved grass catcher in place.
The deflector will deflect a
projectile thrown by the blade into
the lawn.
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Figure 7
Figure 6
Rope Guide
Hex
Locknut
Starter Handle
Figure 8
Axle
Bolt
Hex
Nut
Smaller
Cupped
Washer
Larger
Cupped
Washer
Crowned
Side Cupped
Side
Post on
Cable Tie

The chute deflector provided is a safety de-
vice. Do not operate the mower unless the
chute deflector has been properly installed.
•Place the chute deflector in position on the
deck, aligning holes. See figure 9.
•Insert the carriage bolts from the underside
of the deck up through the chute deflector.
Secure each bolt with a flat washer and
locknut.
NOTE: Make certain all nuts and bolts
are tightened securely.
CONTROLS
RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter handle is attached to the
handle. See figure 10. Stand behind the unit
in the operating position to start the unit.
BLADE CONTROL HANDLE
The blade control handle is located on the
upper handle of the mower. See figure 10.
The blade control handle must be depressed
in order to operate the unit. Release the
blade control handle to stop the engine and
blade.
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual
packed in your mower. Read instructions
carefully.
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank in-
doors, with engine running or until
the engine has been allowed to cool
for at least two minutes after run-
ning.
NOTE: This spark ignition system meets
all requirements of the Canadian Interfer-
ence-Causing Equipment Regulations.
TO START ENGINE AND ENGAGE BLADE
•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. See fig-
ure 11.
•Standing behind the unit, depress the blade
control handle and hold it against the upper
handle as shown in Figure 10.
•Grasp the recoil starter handle as shown
and pull slowly until resistance is felt, then
pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kick-
back. Return it slowly to the rope guide bolt.
NOTE: The blade control handle must
be depressed in order to operate the
unit. Release the blade control handle
to stop the engine and blade.
WARNING: THIS CONTROL MECH-
ANISM IS A SAFETY DEVICE.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO BYPASS ITS
OPERATIONS.
TO STOP ENGINE:
•Release the blade control handle to stop the
engine and blade.
WARNING: The blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds after the
engine is shut off.
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Figure 11
Metal
Loop
on Spark Rubber Boot
Figure 9
Carriage
Bolt
Flat Washer
Hex Locknut
Figure 10
Starter
Handle
Blade Control
Handle

•Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
it against the engine to prevent accidental
starting while equipment is unattended.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from spark plug, thoroughly in-
spect the mower for any damage,
and repair the damage before re-
starting and operating the mower.
Extensive vibration of the mower
during operation is an indication of
damage. The unit should be
promptly inspected and repaired.
ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: DO NOT AT ANY TIME
MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENT TO
LAWNMOWER WITHOUT FIRST
STOPPING THE ENGINE AND
DISCONNECTING THE SPARK
PLUG WIRE
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Minor carburetor adjustment may be re-
quired to compensate for differences in fuel,
temperature, altitude and load. Refer to the
separate engine manual packed with your
mower for carburetor adjustment information.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment may be made by removing and
moving axle bolts to desired position. Cut-
ting heights will be raised as axle bolts are
moved to a lower hole and lowered as axle
bolts are moved to a higher hole in the deck
All axle bolts must be assembled so that the
cupped side of the washers are against the
deck. Refer to figure 8.
LUBRICATION
BLADE CONTROL - Lubricate the pivot
points on the blade control handle and the
brake cable at least once a season with light
oil. The blade control must operate freely in
both directions.
CHUTE DEFLECTOR - The torsion spring
and pivot point should be lubricated periodi-
cally with light oil to prevent any rust or
binding. Deflector must work freely.
WHEELS - The wheels require no lubrica-
tion. 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.
ENGINE - Follow engine manual for lubrica-
tion instructions.
MAINTENANCE
For best results your blade should be sharp.
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.
Improper blade balance will result in exces-
sive vibration causing eventual damage to
the engine and mower. Be sure to carefully
balance blade after sharpening.
After prolonged use, especially in sandy soil
conditions, the blade will become worn and
lose some of the original shape. Cutting effi-
ciently will be reduced and the blade should
be replaced. Replace with an approved fac-
tory replacement blade only. Possible
damage resulting from blade unbalance con-
dition is not the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Be sure to disconnect
and ground the spark plug wire be-
fore working on the cutting blade to
prevent accidental engine starting.
Protect hands by using heavy
gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting
blades.
CAUTION: Cutting grass in sandy soil
conditions causes abrasive wear to the
blades.
•Tip mower as specified in separate engine
manual. If it is not specified tip with carbure-
tor up.
•Remove the bolt and blade support which
holds the blade and adapter to the engine
crankshaft.
•Remove the blade and adapter from the
crankshaft.
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Figure 12
Blade Bell
Support
Blade
Adapter
Blade
Hex Bolt

NOTE: Before reassembling the blade
and the blade adapter to the unit, lubri-
cate the engine crankshaft and the
inner surface of the blade adapter with
light oil(or engine oil). Lubricating the
bolt holes, bolts and inner surface of
the nuts is also recommended.
•Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft
with the “star” away from the engine. See
figure 12. 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.
•Tighten the hex bolt down securely.
NOTE: When reassembling, tighten hex
nuts to between 450 and 600 in/lb.
DECK
The underside of the mower deck should be
cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of
grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If
this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite
rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper
mulching.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower
and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make
certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the sepa-
rate engine manual packed with your unit.
Read and follow instructions carefully.
Service air cleaner as per separate engine
manual under normal conditions. Clean
every few hours under extremely dusty con-
ditions. Poor engine performance and
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner
should be serviced. To service the air
cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual
packed with your unit.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the
gap reset once a season. Spark plug re-
placement is recommended at the start of
each mowing season; check engine manual
for correct plug type and gap specifications.
NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or
brush. Keep the cooling system (blower
housing area) clean to permit proper air cir-
culation which is essential to engine
performance and life. Be certain to remove
all grass, dirt and combustible debris from
muffler area.
OFF SEASON STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
The following steps should be taken to pre-
pare lawn mower for storage.
•Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as
described in the lubrication instructions.
•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.
NOTE: When storing any type of power
equipment in an unventilated or metal
storage shed, care should be taken to
rust-proof the equipment. Using a light
oil or silicone, coat the equipment, es-
pecially cables and all moving parts.
NOTE: If the starter rope becomes dis-
connected from rope guide on handle,
disconnect and ground the spark plug
wire. Depress the blade control handle
and pull the starter rope out from en-
gine slowly. Slip the starter rope into
the rope guide bolt on handle.
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For ONE YEAR from the date of retail purchase within Canada, MTD PRODUCTS
LIMITED will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any
part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
This warranty does not cover:
1. Any part which has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial
use, abuse, neglect, accident, improper maintenance or alteration; or
2. The unit if it has not been operated and/or maintained in accordance
with the owner’s instructions furnished with the unit; or
3. The engine or motor or component parts thereof which carry separate
warranties from their manufacturers. Please refer to The applicable
manufacturer’s warranty on these items; or
4. Batteries and normal wear parts except as noted below. Log splitter
pumps, valves and cylinders or component parts thereof are covered
by a one year warranty; or
5. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening
and tune-ups, or adjustments such as brake, clutch or deck; or
6. Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.
Full Ninety Day Warranty on Battery: For ninety (90) days from the date of retail pur-
chase, if any battery included with this unit proves defective in material or workmanship
and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED
will replace the battery at no charge to the original purchaser.
Additional Limited Thirty Day Warranty on Battery: After ninety (90) days but within
one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of purchase, MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will
replace the defective battery, for the original purchaser, for a cost of one-half (½) of the
current retail price of the battery in effect at the date of return.
Full Sixty Day Warranty on Normal Wear Parts: Normal wear parts are defined as belts,
blade adapters, blades, grass bags, seats, tires, rider deck wheels and clutch parts (fric-
tion wheels). These parts are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of retail pur-
chase.
How to Obtain Service: Warranty service is available, with proof of purchase, through
your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If you do not know the dealer or dis-
tributor in your area, please call, toll free 1-800-668-1238. The return of a complete unit
will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written permission has been extended by
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED.
Transportation Charges: Transportation charges for the movement of any power equip-
ment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser. Transportation charges
for any part submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser
unless such return is requested in writing by MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED.
Other Warranties: All other warranties, express or implied, including any implied war-
ranty of merchantability is limited in its duration to that set forth in this express limited
warranty. The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive rem-
edy of MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED obligations arising from the sale of its products.
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or dam-
age.
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REF PART
NO. NO.
N° DE N° DE
RÉF PIÈCE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
1 710-0654A Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 X .88 Vis autotaraudée 3/8-16 X .88
2 782-0048 20" Deck Tablier 20 po
3 749-1077 Lower Handle Guidon inférieur
4 749-1076 Upper Handle Guidon supérieur
5 747-0976A Bail Étier
6 731-0872A Rear Flap Abattant de protection arrière
7 17098 Hinge Clip Attache
8 710-1044 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. (Gr 8) Vis à tête hex. 3/8-24 x 1.5 po de lg (Qté 8)
9 736-0524A Blade Bell Support Support de lame
10 753-0588 Blade Adapter Kit Adaptateur de lame
11 742-0640 Blade, Centre Star, 20" Lame, centre étoile, 20 po.
12 731-0064 Fixed Side Chute Déflecteur
13 710-0932 Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.00" Lg. Boulon ordinaire 1/4-20 x 1.00
14 736-0173 Flat Washer .28 ID X .74 OD X .063 Rondelle plate ,28 DI X ,74 DE X ,063
15 712-0324 Hex Ins. Locknut 1/4-20 Gr. 8 Nylon Écrou hex. 1/4-20 Qté 8 nylon
16 710-3008 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X .75" Lg. Gr. 5 Boulon hex. 5/16-18 X ,75 po de lg. Qté 5
17 712-3004A Hex Flange L-Nut 5/16-18 Gr. 5 Contre-écrou à embase 5/16-18 Qté. 5
18 710-1205 Rope Guide Bolt Boulon de guidage de cordon
19 710-0262 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.50 Gr. 2 Boulon mécanique 5/16-18 X 1.50 Qté 2
20 736-0119 L-Wash 5/16 ID Rondelle frein 5/16 DI
21 712-0267 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Écrou hex 5/16-18
22 734-1779 Front Wheel Ass’y 7 x 1.5 Diamond Ensemble de roue avant 7 x 1.5 Diamond
23 738-0533 Shoulder Bolt .498" DIA. X 1.64 Vis épaulée .498 DIA X 1.64
24 736-0105 Bell. Washer .375 ID X Rondelle Bell ,375 DI X ,870 DE X ,063
.870 OD X .063
25 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 Gr. 2 Écrou hex 3/8-16 Qté. 2
26 726-0240 Cable Tie Attache câble
27 746-0946 Control Cable 48.25" Lg. (Tec) Câble de la commande 48.25 po de lg. (Tec)
27 746-0957 Control Cable 37.25" Lg. (B&S) Câble de la commande 37.25 po de lg. (B&S)
28 736-0331 Bell. Washer .39 ID x Rondelle Bell. .39 DI X 1.12 DE
1.12 OD12 OD
11A-020
1.21.02
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FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA OG-202
Tondeuse poussée
des séries 020
Manuel du
propriétaire
•ASSEMBLAGE
•FONCTIONNEMENT
•ENTRETIEN
IMPORTANT
Lisez attentivement les
règles de sécurité et
les instructions.

UTILISATION EN GÉNÉRAL
•Assurez-vous de lire et de bien comprendre
toutes les instructions qui figurent sur la ma-
chine et dans la notice d’utilisation avant de
la mettre en marche. Conservez cette notice
d’utilisation à un endroit sûr pour toute con-
sultation ultérieure et pour commander des
pièces de rechange.
•Familiarisez-vous avec les commandes et la
bonne utilisation de cette machine avant de
vous en servir. Apprenez à arrêter la machine
et à débrayer rapidement les commandes.
•Ne permettez jamais à des enfants de moins
de 14 ans de se servir de la machine. Des
adolescents plus âgés doivent lire la notice
d’utilisation, bien comprendre le
fonctionnement de la machine et respecter
les consignes de sécurité. Ils doivent
apprendre à utiliser la machine et s’en servir
sous la surveillance étroite d’un adulte.
•Ne permettez jamais à des adultes ne
connaissant pas bien le fonctionnement de la
machine de s’en servir.
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SERVICE APRÈS-VENTE
•AVANT DE FAIRE APPEL AU SERVICE APRÈS-VENTE, LOCALISEZ LE NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE
ET LE NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE - Inscrivez ces renseignements dans l’espace ci-dessous.
IMPORTANT: Vous devez founir ces numéros, ainsi que la date et la preuve
d’achat, pour bénéficier de tout service sous garantie.
•Si l’assemblage de cette machine nous pose des problèmes ou pour toute question
concernant les commandes, le fonctionnement ou l’entretien de la machine, télephonez au
service après-vente.
•Appelez le: 1-800-668-1238 pour parler à un agent du service après-vente.
•Préparez vos numéros de modèle et de série avant de téléphoner.
NOTE: Bien que les deux numéros soient importants, vous ne devrez enregistrer
que le numéro de série avant de pouvoir poursuivre votre consultation.
Cette machine a été inspectée en vertu de la liste de contrôle de la qualité établie par le fabri-
cant. En cas de divergence, veuillez vous téléphoner. Nous ferons notre possible pour expédier
la ou les pièces par messagerie dans un délai d’un jour ouvrable à compter de votre appel.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITE
Ce symbole attire votre attention sur d’importantes consignes de sécurité qui, si
elles ne sont pas respectées, peuvent mettre en danger votre propre sécurité et
celle d’autrui et/ou causer des dégâts matériels. Veuillez lire et suivre
attentivement toutes les instructions de cette notice avant d’essayer d’utiliser la
machine. Quand vous voyez ce symbole , tenez compte de l’avertissement.
DANGER: Cette machine doit être utilisée conformément aux consignes de sécurité
qui figurent dans la notice d’utilisation. Comme avec tout appareil motorisé, une
négligence ou une erreur de la part de l’utilisateur peut entraîner des blessures
graves. Cette machine peut amputer mains et pieds et projeter des débris. Par
conséquent, le non-respect de ces consignes peut causer des blessures
corporelles graves et même mortelles.
Le numéro de modèle se trouve ici,
inscrivez le numéro de modèle ici:
Le numéro de série se trouve ici,
inscrivez le numéro de série ici:
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED
KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1
1-800-668-1238
XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXX
Model Number
Numéro de modèle
Serial Number
Numéro de série
www.mtdcanada.com

•Pour éviter tout risque de contact avec la
lame ou de blessure par un projectile,
éloignez les enfants, passants et autres à au
moins 75 pieds de la tondeuse pendant
qu’elle fonctionne. Arrêtez la machine si
quelqu’un s’approche.
•Examiner soigneusement la zone de travail.
Ramassez tous les paillassons, journaux,
traîneaux, planches, fils métalliques et autres
objets qui risque d’être projetés par la lame.
Les objets projetés par la machine peuvent
causer des blessures graves.
•Prévoyez de travailler en évitant de projeter
l’herbe vers des rues, des trottoirs, des
spectateurs, etc. Évitez d’éjecter l’herbe en
direction d’un mur ou d’un obstacle. De cette
façon, les débris éventuels ne risque pas de
ricocher et de blesser quelqu’un.
•Portez toujours des lunettes de sécurité en
utilisant la machine ou en éffectuant un
réglage ou une réparation. Les objets
risquent de ricocher et de blesser grièvement
quelqu’un dans les yeux.
•Portez des chausssures robustes à semelle
épaisse et des vêtement bien ajustés.Une
chemise et un pantalon qui protègent les
bras et les jambes et des chaussures à bout
d’acier sont recommandés. N’utilisez jamais
la tondeuse si vous êtes pieds nus ou si
vous portez des sandales ou des tennis.
•De nombreuses blessures se produisent
lorsque la tondeuse passe sur le pied à la
suite d’une chute. Ne retenez pas la
tondeuse si vous tombez. Lâchez
immédiatement la guidon.
•Ne tirez jamais la tondeuse vers vous en
marchant. S’il faut faire reculer la tondeuse
près d’un mur d’un autre obstacle, regardez
d’abord par terre et derrière vous, puis
procédez comme suit:
a) Eloignez-vous de la tondeuse à bout de
bras.
b) Assurez votre stabilité.
c) Reculez la tondeuse lentement et d’une
demi-longeur de bras seulement.
d) Répétez selon les besoin.
•N’utilisez jamais la tondeuse en état d’ébriété
ou si vous prenez des médicaments
ralentissant les réactions.
•Ne placez jamais vos mains ou vos pieds
près d’une pièce en mouvement ou sous le
plateau de coupe. La lame peut amputer
mains et pieds.
•L’absence du clapet de la goulotte d’ejection
ou un clapet endommagé peut causer des
blessures en cas de contact avec la lame ou
projeter des objets.
•Dégagez le dispositif d’auto-propulsion ou
l’embrayage d’entraînement, le cas échéant,
avant de faire démarrer le moteur.
•N’essayez jamais d’ajuster une roue ou de
changer la hauteur de coupe pendant que la
moteur tourne.
•La poignée de commande de la lame est un
dispositif de sécurité. Ne tenez jamais de
contourner son rôle. Ceci empêche le
dispositif de sécurité de fonctionner
correctement et peut causer des blessures
en cas de contact avec la lame. La poignée
de commande de la lame doit bouger
facilement dans les deux sens et revenir
automatiquement à la position non
éclenchée quand on la lâche.
•N’utilisez jamais la tondeuse si le gazon est
mouillé. Soyez toujours bien en équilibre.
Faites attention de ne pas glisser et de ne
pas tomber pour éviter des blessures graves.
Si vous estimez que vous perdez votre
équilibre, lâcher la poignée de commande
de la lame immédiatement et la lame arrêtera
de tourner dans trois secondes.
•Utilisez la tondeuse seulement dans la
lumière du jour ou dans la bonne lumière
artificielle. Marchez, ne courrez pas.
• Arrêtez la lame avant de traverser des allées,
trottoirs ou chemins recouverts de gravier.
•Si la machine commence à vibrer d’une
manière anormale, arrêter le moteur et cher-
chez-en immédiatement la cause. En
général, toute vibration indique un problème.
• Arrêtez le moteur et attendez que la ou la
lame se soit immobilisée avant de détacher
le sac à herbe ou de déboucher la goulotte.
La lame continue à tourner pendant
quelques secondes après que le moteur
s’est éteint. Ne placez jamais aucune partie
du corps dans le secteur de lame avant que
vous ne soyez sûrs que la lame a arrêté de
tourner.
•N’utilisez jamais la tondeuse sans avoir
l’abattant de protection arrière, la goulotte
d’éjection, un sac à herbe, la poignée de
commande de la lame ou d’autres dispositifs
de sécurité appropriée, en place et qui
fonctionnent correctement. N’utilisez jamais
la tondeuse avec des dispositifs de sécurité
endommagés. Le non-respect de ces
consignes peuvent causer des blessures
graves.
•Le silencieux et le moteur deviennent très
chauds et peuvent causer des brûlures. Ne
les touchez pas.
•N’utilisez que des accessoires recommandés
par le fabricant de la machine. Le non-re-
spect de ce consigne peut causer des
blessures graves.
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•En cas de situations qui ne sont pas
mentionnées dans cette notice, soyez pru-
dent et faites preuve de bon sens. Contactez
votre département de service à la clientèles.
UTILISATION SUR UNE PENTE
Les accidents provoqués par tomber et de
glisser, qui se produisent souvent sur des
pentes, peuvent causer des blessures
graves. Travailler sur un terrain en pente
demande des précautions supplémentaires.
Si vous ne sentez pas à l’aise sur la pente,
n’y travaillez pas. Par mesure de sécurité
utilisez l’inclinomètre fourni dans la notice
d’utilisation pour mesurer la pente du terrain
avant de commencer à travailler. Si selon
l’inclinomètre, la pente est supérieure à 15º,
n’utilisez pas la tondeuse pour éviter toute
blessure grave.
À FAIRE:
Travailler parallèlement à la pente, jamais
perpendiculairement, Faites très attention en
changeant de direction sur une pente.
•Faites attention aux trous et ornières. La ma-
chine peut se retourner sur un terrain
accidenté. Des herbes hautes peuvent
cacher des obstacles.
• Vérifier toujours votre équilibre Vous risquez
de glisser et de tomber et de vous blesser
grièvement. Si vous sentez que vous allez
perdre votre équilibre, lâchez immédiatement
la guidon, et la lame arrêtera de tourner dans
trois secondes.
À NE PAS FAIRE:
•Ne tondez pas près d’une falaise ou d’un ta-
lus. Le conducteur peut facilement perdre
l’équilibre.
•Ne tondez pas sur une pente supérieure à
15º selon l’inclinomètre.
•Ne tondez pas de l’herbe mouillée. La trac-
tion réduite peut provoquer un dérapage.
ENFANT
•Un accident grave risque de se produire si le
conducteur n’est pas toujours vigilant en
présence d’enfants. Les enfants sont souvent
attirés par la machine et la tonte de l’herbe.
Ils ne comprennent pas les dangers. Ne
supposez jamais qu’ils vont rester là où vous
les avez vus.
a) Éloignez les enfants de la zone de travail
et placez-les sous la surveillance d’un
adulte autre que le conducteur de la ma-
chine.
b) Restez vigilant et arrêtez la machine si
des enfants s’approchent de la zone de
travail.
c) Regardez toujours derrière vous et par
terre avant de reculer et en reculant.
d) Faites très attention en approchant
d’angles morts, de buissons, d’autres
objets qui peuvent gêner votre visibilité.
e) Tenir des enfants loin de moteurs chauds
ou tournants. Ils peuvent subir des
brûlures graves d’un silencieux chaud.
•Ne permettez jamais à des enfants de moins
de 14 ans d’utiliser la tondeuse. Des adoles-
cents âgés de 14 ans ou plus doivent lire la
notice d’utilisation, bien comprendre le
fonctionnement de la machine et respecter
les consignes de sécurité. Ils doivent
apprendre à utiliser la machine et s’en servir
sous la surveillance étroite d’un adulte.
ENTRETIEN
MANIPULATION DE L’ESSENCE
•Pour éviter toute blessure ou dégât matériel,
faites très attention en manipulant de
l’essence. Il s’agit d’un produit extrêmement
inflammable et les vapeurs risquent
d’exploser. Vous pouvez être grièvement
blessé si des éclaboussures sur votre peau
ou sur vos vêtements s’enflammaient. Rincez
votre peau et changez immédiatement de
vêtements.
a) Remissez le carburant dans des bidons
homologués seulement.
b) Ne faites jamais le plein dans un
véhicule, ni à l’arrière d’une camionette
dont le plancher est recouvert d’un
revêtement en plastique. Placez toujours
les bidons par terre et loin de votre
véhicule avant de les remplir.
c) Dans le mesure du possible, déchargez
l’équipement motorisé de la remorque et
faites le plein par terre. Si cela n’est pas
possible, faites le plein avec un bidon
plutôt que directement de la pompe à
essence.
d) Maintenez le gicleur en contact avec le
bord du réservoir d’essence ou avec
l’ouverture du bidon jusqu’à ce que le
plein soit terminé. N’utilisez pas un
gicleur équipé d’un dispositif de blocage
en position ouverte.
e) Éteignez toute cigarette ou pipe, tout
cigare ou toute autre chaleur
incandescente.
f) Ne faites jamais le plein à l’intérieur
g) N’enlevez jamais le capuchon d’essence
et n’ajoutez pas d’essence pendant que
le moteur tourne ou s’il est chaud. Lais-
sez le moteur refroidir pendant au moins
deux minutes avant de faire le plein.
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h) Ne faites jamais déborder le réservoir.
Laissez un espace d’un demi-pouce en-
viron pour permettre l’expension du
carburant.
i) Resserrez bien le capuchon d’essence.
j) En cas de débordement, essuyez toute
éclaboussures de carburant ou d’huile et
enlevez tous les débris imbibés
d’essence.
k) Ne remisez jamais la machine ou les
bidons d’essence à l’intérieur s’il y a une
flamme, une étincelle (chauffe-eau à gaz,
radiateur, sèche-linge, etc.).
l) Limitez les risques d’incendie en
débarrassant le moteur des brins
d’herbe, feuilles et autres saletés.
Essuyez les éclaboussures de carburant
ou d’huile et enlevez tous les débris
imbibés d’essence.
m) Laissez la machine refroidir pendant au
moins 5 minutes avant de la remiser.
ENTRETIEN GÉNÉRAL:
•Ne faites jamais fonctioner la machine dans
un local clos car les gaz d’échappement du
moteur contiennent du monoxyde de
carbone, un gaz inodore très dangereux.
• Avant de netoyer, de réparer ou d’examiner
la machine, vérifiez que la lame et toutes les
pièces mobiles se sont immobilisées.
Débranchez le fil de la bougie et mettez-le à
la terre contre le moteur-pour empêcher tout
démarrage accidentel.
• Verifiez souvent que la lame et les boulons
de montage du moteur sont bien serrés.
Examinez visuellement la lame pour détecter
toute usure excessive, tout fendillement.
Remplacez-la avec une lame authentique
seulement (du liste de pièces qui se trouve
dans cette notice). «L’emploi de pièces non
conformes aux caractéristiques de
l’équipement d’origine peut causer des per-
formances inférieures et réduire la sécurité.»
•La lame est coupante et peut causer des
blessures graves. Enveloppez la lame avec
un chiffon ou portez des gants et faites très
attention en le manipulant.
•Assurez-vous que tous les écrous, boulons
et vis sont bien serrés pour que l’équipement
soit toujours en bon état de marche.
•Ne modifiez jamais les dispositifs de sécurité.
Vérifiez souvent qu’ils fonctionnent bien.
•Si vous heurtez un objet, arrêtez
immédiatement le moteur, débranchez le fil
de la bougie et examinez soigneusement la
machine. Réparez les dégâts éventuels avant
de remettre la machine en marche.
•Les éléments du sac à herbe et le clapet de
la goulotte d’éjection peuvent s’user et être
endommagés et, par conséquent, exposer
les pièces mobiles ou causer la projection de
débris. Par mesure de sécurité, vérifiez
souvent les éléments et remplacez-les
immédiatement avec des pièces authentique
seulement (du liste de pièces qui se trouve
dans cette notice). «L’emploi de pièces non
conformes aux caractéristiques de
l’équipement d’origine peut causer des per-
formances inférieures et réduire la sécurité.»
• Ne modifiez pas le réglage du régulateur et
ne laissez pas le moteur s’emballer. Le
régulateur maintient le moteur à son régime
maximal de fonctionnement sans danger.
• Prenez soin des étiquettes d’instructions et
remplacez-les au besoin.
•Respectez les règlements concernant
l’élimination des déchets et liquides qui
risquent de nuire à la nature et à l’environement.
SI-102
1.16.02
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AVERTISSEMENT - Votre responsabilité
Cette machine ne doit être utilisée que par des
personnes qui peuvent lire, comprendre et respecter les
avertissements et instructions qui figurent dans cette no-
NOTICE
D'UTILISATION
ÉTIQUETTE DE
SÉCURITÉ