MTD ROVER 11A-F1HA333 User manual

™
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OWNERS
MANUAL -
Powered Lawnmowers
- Walk
Behind
Model Nos. 20’’ & 22’’
TM

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•Symbols are used on the machine to communicate important information.
•A list of symbols and their meanings are shown below.
•Please familiarise yourself with them before operating the machine.
GB
1
•Fast speed
•
Caution
rotating blades
while doing
maintenance
•Rotating blades in cutterhead
•Keep hands and
f
eet
away
ii
•Caution •Engine choke
•Wear
eye
pro
tection
•Wear
hearing
pro
tection
•Wear
hand
pro
tection
•Wear
f
oo
t
pro
tection
•
Thr
o
wn
objects, keep clear
•
Disconnect
electrical
cable
•
R
emo
v
e
spark
plug
wire
•On
or start
- switch,
lever or position
•
Blades
free wheel to a stop
•Refer to the owners manual
•Refer to the owners
manual
f
or
•Of
f
- switch,
lever or position
•Slow speed
•Engage
- switch,
lever or position
•Disengage
- switch,
lever or position
•
K
eep bystanders clear
•Push
handle to handle bar to drive mower
f
or
w
ar
d
•
P
ush
handle
f
or
w
ar
d to release blade brake
& vice
versa

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PREF
A
CE
Congratulations
on your purchase of a quality MTD made and
designed
product
.
This manual
covers the operation and
maintenance
of the Rover Walk
Behind
Powered
Lawn
Mowers, as
listed
on the front cover of this manual.
Symbols
The
following symbols
have been used in this
manual
to
highlight
important information:
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
LABELS
......................................................................................
ii
MAINTENANCE
........................................................................5
General Cleaning
- Cleaning
the Underside of the Mower
- Cleaning
the Upperside of the Mower
Changing
the
Cutting Blades
Self
Propelled Option
- Adjusting
the Drive Cable
- Removing
the Drive Frame Cover
- Replacing
the Drive Frame Cover
-
Drive
Chain
L
ubrication
-
Drive
Chain
Adjustment
-
Drive
Belt
Adjustment
-
Drive
Belt
Replacement
- Adjusting
the Drive Clutches
- Lubricating
the Drive Pawls
Powerstart Option
PREFACE
....................................................................................
iii
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
..........................................................1
COMPONENTS
.........................................................................2
SPECIFICA
TIONS
.......................................................................2
SETTING
UP
..............................................................................2
Assembly
of the Grass Catcher
Folding
the Handle
Adjusting
the Handle Height
Removing
the
Packaging Ties
from the Control Handles
Engine
L
ubrication
and Fuel
Powerstart Option
Self
Propelled Option
TROUBLE SHOOTING
.............................................................
12
General
Powerstart Option
Self
Propelled Option
OPERA
TION
..............................................................................3
Grass Catcher
- Installing
the Grass Catcher
- Removing
the Grass Catcher
Mulch
Plug
Grass Deflector
Adjusting
the Cut Height
Engine
- Starting
the Engine
- Stopping
the Engine
Grass
Cutting
and
Catching
Self
Propelled Option
- Using
the
Self
Propelled Transmission
SPARE PARTS
VIEWS................................................................
14
Base
Spare Parts
Handlebar Spare Parts
Self
Propelled Spare Parts
Ancillary
Spare Parts
ENGLISH
iii
This symbol highlights good ideas or
tips.
This symbol warns against
mower damage
or
possible
loss of
warrant
y
.
CAUTION
This symbol warns against injury to the
operator
or
b
ystanders.
W
ARNING
Please
read and
understand
this and any
associated
manual before using this
machine.
If any point is unclear, please
contact
an
y
authorised
Rover
service dealer.
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SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
ENGLISH
1
TR
AINING
•
Read the
instructions
carefully. Be familiar with the
controls
and the proper use of the
equipment.
•
Never
allow children or
people
unfamiliar with
these instructions
to use the
mower.
Local
regulations
may
restrictthe
age of the
operator.
•
Never
mow while
people, especially
children, or pets are
nearb
y
.
•
Keep in mind that the
operator
or user is
responsible
for
accidents
or hazards occurring to other
people
or their
proper
t
y
.
PREPAR
ATION
•
While
mowing,
always wear
substantial footwear
and long
trousers.
Do not
operate
the
equipment
when
barefoot or
wearing open
sandals.
•
Thoroughly
inspect the area where the
equipment
is to be used and
remove
all
stones,
sticks, wires, bones and
other
foreign
objects.
•
WARNING
-
Petrol
is highly
f
lammable.
Take the following
precautions:
-
Store
fuel in
containers
specially
designed
for this
p
urpose.
- Refuel
outdoors
only and do not
smoke
while
refuelling.
- Add fuel before starting the
engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running
or when the engine is
hot.
- If petrol is spilled, do not
attempt
to start the engine but
move
the
machine
away from the area of spillage and
a
v
oid
creating
any
source
of ignition until petrol vapours have
dissipated.
- For
reasons
of safety the petrol tank and tank cap lock must be
replaced
if
damaged.
•
Replace faulty
silencers.
•
Before
using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and
cutter assembly
are not worn or
damaged.
Replace worn or
damaged
blades in sets to
preserve
b
alance.
•
On
multibladed machines,
take care as
rotating
one blade can cause other blades to
rotate.
OPER
ATION
•
Do not
operate
the engine in a conf ined space where
dangerous
carbon
monoxide
fumes can
collect.
•
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
•
Avoid
operating
the
equipment
in wet grass, where
feasible.
•
Always be sure of your footing on
slopes.
•
Walk, never
run.
•
For
wheeled
rotary
machines,
mow across the face of
slopes,
never up and
do
wn.
•
Exerciseextreme
caution when changing
direction
on
slopes.
•
Do not mow
excessively steep slopes.
•
Use
extreme
caution when reversing or pulling the
mower towards
y
o
u.
•
Stop the
blade(s)
if the
mower
has to be tilted for
transportation
when crossing
sur
faces other than grass and
when
transporting
the
mower
to and from the area to be
mo
w
ed.
•
Never operate
the
mower
with
defective
guards or shields, or
without
safety
devices,
for
example
def
lectors
and/or
grass
catchers
in
place.
•
Do not change the engine
governor settings
or
overspeed
the
engine.
•
Disengage
all blade and drive
clutches
before starting the
engine.
•
Start the engine or switch on the
mower
carefully according to
instructions
and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
•
Do not tilt when starting the engine or switching on the
motor,
unless the
mower
has to be tilted for starting. In this
case,
do not tilt it
more
than
absolutely necessary
and lift only the part which is away from the
operator.
•
Do not start the engine when standing in front of the discharge
chute.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening
at all
times.
•
Never
pick up or carry a
mower
while the engine is
running.
•
Stop the engine and
disconnect
the spark plug
lead:
-
Before
clearing
blockages
or unclogging the
chute.
-
Before
checking, cleaning or working on the
mo
w
er
.
- After striking a foreign
object.
Inspect the
mower
for
damage
and make repairs before
restarting
and
operating
the
mo
w
er
.
- If the
mower
starts to vibrate abnormally check
immediately.
•
Stop the
engine:
-
Whenever
you leave the
mo
w
er
.
-
Before refuelling.
•
Reduce the
throttle setting
during engine run-out and if the engine is provided with a shut-of f valve, turn
of
f the
fuel
at the
conclusion
of
mo
wing.
MAINTENANCE
AND
ST
OR
A
GE
•
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment
is in safe working
condition.
•
Neverstore
the
equipment
with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open
f
lame or
spark.
•
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
•
To
reduce
the
f
ire hazard, keep the
engine, silencer, battery compartment
and petrol
storage
area free of grass,
lea
v
es,
or
excessive grease.
•
Check the grass
catcher frequently
for wear or
deterioration.
•
Replace worn or
damaged
parts for
safet
y
.
•
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this
o
utdoors.
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COMP
ONENTS
Ensure
that
all
the
following
component parts are
included
in the
package
(refer
figure
1):
Mower (1 of)
Kit including:
Owners
Manual
(1 of)
Engine Manual
(1 of)
Spark
Plug
Spanner (1 of)
Screw (2 of)
Nyloc
nut (2 of)
Grass catcher bottom (1 of)
Grass catcher top (1 of)
Grass catcher handle (1 of
-
may be loose or
f
itted to Grass catcher top)
1
NB. Other
accessories
may be
included
in the carton
which
vary with each model. These items
will
be covered by a
separate owners
manual
e.g.
Mulch Mowing Kit,
Grass Deflector
Kit,
etc.
Notify
the place of purchase of
missing
items as soon as possible.
SPECIFICA
TIONS
This manual
covers
several
mowers with the
following specif
ications:
- Models 20’’
-
20” (508mm Cut Width)
-
12 Cut
Height
Settings
-
22” (560mm Cut Width)
-
15 Cut
Height
Settings
- Model
22’’
NB.
- Models
come with one of a range of
engines
(refer to the
engine manual included
in the kit)
-
Options are
available
(and may be
included)
on the above models
e.g.
- Mulch
Mowing
-
Deflector Mowing
-
Remote Air Cleaner
-
Powerstart Function
- Self
Propelled Function
-
etc
- Details
may be
included
in this
manual
or on a separate
manual included
in the Mower Kit.
SETTING
UP
Before
using
the Mower the
following
set-ups are
r
equired:
ASSEMBLY OF THE GRASS
CAT
CHER
L
ocate the catcher handle and
align
its front
lugs
with the slots in the top of the catcher and press
firmly
into position
(refer
figure
2).
Position
the catcher top over the catcher bottom,
aligning
the barbs on the top with the slots in the bottom
(r
ef
er
figure
2).
Press
firmly
down on the catcher top to lock the barbs into slots (refer
figure
2).
Secure the top and bottom
halves
of the
grass
catcher together at the front
using
the two screws, and
nylon
nuts
supplied.
Insert the screws from the outside with the
nylon
nuts on the
inside
of the catcher.
2
FOLDING THE
HANDLE
Locking
knobs: by
turning
these knobs the handle bars can be either locked in the operating
position
or
f
olded
f
or
storage.
Locking
lever:
lift
the lever to release the handle bars
f
or
folding
or push the lever closed to lock handle bars in the
operating
position. Adjust
the tension by
turning
the lock nut with a
1/2"
AF
spanner (refer
figure
4 A).
3
A
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE HEIGHT
L
oosen the two nuts (B) at the base of the handle bars on both
sides
of the mower
using
a
1/2"
AF
spanner (refer
f
igur
e
4).
Move
the handle bars to the required
position
and tighten the handle bar nuts.
B
4
ENGLISH
2
Before
unfolding the handlebar,
ensure
the
throttle control
is in the
stopped position
(see
“Starting
the Engine”
section)
and
activate
the
operator presence control
lever (refer
f
igure
3). Lift the handlebar slowly (as the engine start cord is
attached
and it will crank the
engine)
until the fully
erect position
is
achie
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SETTING UP
(Continued)
REMOVING THE PACKAGING TIES FROM THE
CONTROL HANDLES
•
Unfold
the handlebarsand lock in the erect
position
(refer to the
“Folding
the Handlebar” section).
•
Removethe
packaging
ties (refer
figure
5).
ENGINE LUBRICATION AND FUEL
POWERSTART
OPTION
•
Removethe two screws from the battery support box, rotate the battery and
lid
f
or
w
ar
d and expose the
batter
y
terminals
(refer
figure
6).
•
Slide
the red and
black
wire from the battery
terminals
and remove the
batter
y
.
•
Place
the battery ina dry, cool area and connect the battery charger
cables
to the battery
terminals
(red
[+]
to
r
ed
[+]
and
black [-]
to
black
[-]).
•
Connect the battery charger to a 220-240 volt power outlet and
switch
it on.
•
Allow
to charge
f
or
10-16 hours,
switch
the 220-240 voltpower outlet
off
and remove the battery charger
cables
from the
batter
y
.
•
Refit
the rubber battery
blocks
to each end of the battery and refit into the battery support bo
x.
•
Slide
the
wiring
loom
connections
onto the battery
terminals
red
[+]
to red
[+]
and
black [-]
to
black
[-].
•
L
ocate the battery support box
lid,
refit and tighten the two screws.
SELF PROPELLED
OPTION
OPER
ATION
the
engine. When
the lever is held against the handlebar the brake is
released
and the
blades/engine
are free to
rotate. When the
GRASS
CAT
CHER
ENGLISH
3
•
Never
install or
remove
the Grass
catcher
with the engine
running.
W
ARNING
• Referto
and follow
the “SafetyInstructions”
in this and any
other associated manuals supplied
with this
product before
at
tempting
to
operate
this
machine.
• Referto
and
understand the safety symbols
f
itted to the machine
and
shown
in
the “Labels”section
of this
manual.
• Ensurethat
all
the items
in
the “Setting
Up”
section
have
been completed.
• Ensurethat the “Operator Presence Control”
functions correctly
.
This
control
is a
mandatory
safety item and
operates
a brake
on
lever is
released
the brake is applied and the
blades/engine
brake quickly to a
stop
W
ARNING
Remove
and discard the packaging tie clamping the self
propelled
drive
control
bale to the handle bar before
attempting
to
star
t
the
mower
(refer
f
igure
5).
W
ARNING
6
The
battery
must be
removed
from the
mower
while
recharging.
Only use the
battery
charger indoors where it cannot be af
fected
by
w
eather
.
The
battery contains
a strong acid
electrolyte
which may cause personal and
material damage.
- Do not
dissassemble,
drop or
damage
the
b
atter
y
.
- Do not
incinerate
or
expose
the
battery
to high heat or a
f
lame or it may
explode.
-
Dispose
of
batteries thoughtfully.
Refer to your local
regulations
for
battery disposal.
- Replace any leaking
battery immediately.
- Clean the
battery
only with a dry cloth - never use
petrol,
thinners or other
petrochemical.
-
Neutralize
any
electrolyte
spills with an alkaline
solution.
W
ARNING
The engine safety
precautions,
oil and fuel
recommendations, operation instructions, adjustments
and
maintenance
is
covered
in
the
engine
manufacturer’s
manual which is included in the
mower
kit.
Please
refer to and adhere to
these recommendations.
If you do not have the engine
manufacturer’s
manual please refer to the
nearest engine
manufacturer’s representative
for a
replacement
cop
y
.
The engine is packed
without
oil or fuel.
Please
add
these
as per the engine
manufacturer’s
recommendations
before
at
tempting
to start the
engine.
Do not allow any dirt or
contaminants
to
enter
the fuel tank or oil
f
iller
tube.
CAUTION
Remove
and discard the packaging ties clamping the blade brake and self
propelled
driv
e
control
bale to the handle bar before
attempting
to start the
mower
(refer
f
igure
5).
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OPERATION
(Continued)
Installing the Grass
catcher
•
Raise
the rear
flap
of the mo
w
er
.
•
Grasp the
grass
catcher bythe top handle and
position
the
grass
catcher
against
the rear of the mower (refer
figure
7).
•
L
o
w
er
the rear
flap
so that the back edge of the
flap
hooks over the
matching lip
on the
grass catcher
.
Removing
the Grass
catcher
•
Grasp the
grass
catcher top handle and
lift
up.
•
Raise
the rear
flap
of the mower to release
grass
catcher.
•
Lift
the
grass
catcher clearof the mower and lower the rear
f
lap.
MULCH
PL
UG
•
Refer to the separate
Mulch ‘n’
Catch Owners Manual.
GRASS DEFLECTOR
•
Refer to the separate Grass Deflector Owners Manual.
ADJUSTING THE CUT HEIGHT
•
Grasp the
height
of cut lever (A) and
apply
an outward pressure to release the lever from the rack (B)(refer
figure
8).
•
Move
the lever
(while holding
out) to the required
height
of cut
position
and
engage
the leverin the rack.
•
Pushing
the lever
f
or
w
ar
d and down
raises
the cut
height
and
vice
versa.
ENGINE
NOTE:
The mowers covered inthis
manual
have
various engine
types from
various
manufacturers.
Included
inthe Mower
Kit is
an
engine manual specific
to each mo
w
er
which
providesthe
details
f
or
the
engine’s
operation.
Please
refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
precise instructions.
Starting the
Engine
cranking
of
the engine.
•
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
the
starting
procedure, remembering to
activate
the operator presence control lever before
cranking
the engine.
•
If
f
itted with the Powerstart option, insert the key into the
ignition switch
then
follow
the
instructions
inthe
engine manufacturer’s
manual.
Stoppingthe Engine
•
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
stopping
pr
ocedure.
•
If
f
itted with the Powerstart option remove the
ignition
key and store ina safeplaceafter use.
ENGLISH
4
The
Roverthrottle control
uses
symbols
to indicate the throttle functionat various throttle positions:
O
(of f), (slow
speed),
(fast
speed),
(engine
cho
k
e)
These positions
align with
settings required
in
the engine manufacturer’s manual.
The
RoverPowerstart option
can be
started
with an
ignition
key which is
f
itted to the handlebar.
The
switch plate
uses
symbols
to
indicatethe
key
functionat various positions
and
refersto the state
of
the starter motor:
O
(of f), I
(on/start). These positions
align with
the settingsrequired
in
the engine manufacturer’s manual.
• Refer to the “Warning” notes at the beginning
of
the “Operation” section.
• Start the mower
on a
clear
level sur
face.
•
Keep your
f
ingers,toes
and
bystanders clear when starting
or
operating the engine.
•
If
f
itted
with
the Powerstart option,
always
remove the
key
from the ignitionswitch
and
keep
in a safe
placeto prevent unauthorised
W
ARNING
• The engine safety precautions, oil and fuel recommendations, operation instructions, adjustments and maintenance is covered in the
engine manufacturer’s manual which is included in the mower kit. Please refer to and adhere to these recommendations.
• If you do not have the engine manufacturer’s manual please refer to the nearest engine manufacturer’s representative for a
replacement copy.
• The engine is packed without oil or fuel. Please add these as per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations before attempting
to start the engine.
• If f itted with the Powerstart option activate the operator presence control lever (to release the blade brake) before attempting to
crank the engine.
CAUTION
It is
advisable
to start the mower
in
the
high cut
position
and
graduallydrop the height notch
by
notch
until
the desired height is
achieved. Starting too
low will
leave
a low
spot
in
the
lawn.
• When settingthe
cut
heightstand to the rear
of
the machine
with your
feet
well
clear of
the cutting
blades.
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OPERATION
(Continued)
GRASS
CUTTING
AND
CATCHING
•
Fit
the Grasscatcher to the mower (refer to the
“Setting
Up” section).
•
Start the
engine
and set the
engine
speed to
fast
(
) on the throttle control.
•
Set the desired cut
height
(refer to
“Setting
the Cut Height”above).
•
Drivethe mower
f
or
w
ar
d through the
grass until
the catcher
fills.
•
Stop the
engine,
remove and empty the catcher.
•
Repeat the process.
SELF PROPELLED
OPTION
Using the Self
Propelled
T
ransmission
•
Start the
engine
and set the
engine
speed to
f
ast.
•
Push
f
or
w
ar
d on the
clutch
engagementleverto
engage
the
self-propelled
driveto the rear wheels
noting
that the drive
speed
increases
as you move the bale closer to the handlebar (refer
figure
9).
•
Hold the bale at the required drivespeed and
slow
down or speed up as the
conditions
dictate.
•
To
disengage
the
self-propelled
driverelease the engagement lever and
allow
it to return to the
disengaged
position.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: The majority of
mower problems
involve the following
problems:
- Dirt or
contaminants
in the
fuel
-
Incorrect
oil level in the
engine
-
Blocked, damaged
or
incorrectly
f
itted air
cleaner
-
Incorrectly maintained blades
(Refer to the
maintenance section
of this and the engine
manufacturer’s
manual for
details.)
•
All safety guards, blades, grass
catchers
and safety labelling must be
replaced
with genuine Rover parts if worn or
damaged.
•
If tilting the
mower,
the engine spark plug must remain
uppermost
to
prevent
oil
seepage
into the air
cleaner
and/or
exhaust.
ENGLISH
5
•
Refer to and abide to engine
manufacturer’s manual.
•
Do not allow any dirt or
contaminants
to
enter
the fuel tank, oil
f
iller tube, air
cleaner
housing,
carburettor
or spark plug
hole
when
maintaining
the
engine.
•
Ensure
there
is no clipping build-up in the vents adjacent to the recoil
starter.
The engine may
overheat
and be
damaged
if
these
vents are not
clear.
•
Do not use high
pressure cleaners
to wash the
machine
and keep water away from the engine and
electricalcomponents.
•
To
prevent
fuel leaking from the tank when tilting the
mower ensure
the fuel level is low or
empt
y
.
•
Ensure the
mower
is dry and clean and
stored
in a well
ventilated area.
CAUTION
•
Always
ensure equipment
is in good working
order.
•
Do not use any
equipment
with worn or
damagedcomponents.
•
Always use genuine Rover
replacement
par
ts.
•
Never attempt maintenance
that is not
outlined
in this manual. Refer to your
nearest authorised
Rover
Service Dealer.
•
Always
ensure
the engine is
stopped
and
remove
the spark plug wire before
attempting
any
maintenance
on the
mo
w
er
.
•
On
Powerstart models remove
the key from the ignition before
attempting
any
maintenance
on the
mo
w
er
.
•
Always
replace
blades and blade
f
ixings in
complete
sets to maintain
b
alance.
•
Remove
clipping build-up around the muf
f
ler area to
prevent
a
f
ire
hazard.
W
ARNING
Release
the
self-propelled
drive bale and push the
machine
when changing
direction
or
mo
wing
in a conf ined area for
safet
y
.
9
•
To
maximise
the cutting and catching per
formance
it is
important
to maintain high engine
speed,
so adjust the
mower
gro
und
speed to
suit.
•
If the grass length or density is
excessive
(to maintain high engine speed initially) cut the grass at a higher
setting,
then at
the
desired
height.
•
Replace blades regularly to maintain a sharp cutting
edge.
•
Keep the mesh in the grass
catcher
clean to allow the grass
catcher
to
f
ill
properly
.
•
Keep the
underside
of the
mower
deck clean and free of clipping
b
uild-up.
Refer to and abide to the
instructions noted
in the safety
instructions
of this and
associated manuals.
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GENERAL
CLEANING
W
ARNING
To ensure safe operation and
long
lif
e
it
is
recommended to
clean
the mower after every use.
This will
prevent corrosion,
overheating
and
fire
risk
while
ensuring
ultimate
per
f
ormance.
Cleaning the
Underside
of the Mo
w
er
Place
the mower outdoors on a
flat
sur
f
ace.
Set the cut
height
to maximum.
With the
engine
stopped, remove the
grass
catcher and
lift
open the
discharge
f
lap.
Use a garden hose to wash out
all
the
grass
clippings.
Inspect
theunderside and repeat the
cycle if still
not clean.
Mowers
f
itted with
optional washport
refer to page
10.
Cleaning the
Upperside
of the Mo
w
er
Use a dry rag or soft brush to remove
all
loose clippings.
Use a damp rag with
mild
detergent to
clean
away
oil
or other grime.
Wash the
grass
catcher separately from the mower with a hose
washing all clippings
out of the
inside,
outside and
from the
grass
catcher mesh.
Let
the mower dry before storing.
CHANGING
THE
CUTTING
BL
ADES
W
ARNING
With the
engine
stopped, spark
plug
wire and
grass
catcher removed, open the
discharge flap
and prop in the open
position
(refer
figure
1
0).
Set the mower to
high
cut and
fold
the upper handle bar down.
Rotate the
cutting assembly carefully
to
access
the blade
retaining
bolts.
Using gloves
and a
suitable
spanner, remove the blade assembly.
Retain
the
‘D’
plates (where
f
itted) and
discard
the blades and
f
asteners.
Fit
the new blades and
f
asten
in the correct order (refer
figure
1
1).
Tighten
the blade
retaining
nuts
firmly
(
1
6Nm).
Remove the
flap
prop,
close
the
discharge flap
and refit the spare
plug
wire.
10
11
SELF PROPELLED
OPTION
W
ARNING
Adjusting the Drive
Cable
W
ARNING
CAUTION
ENGLISH
6
Do not
overtighten
the cable
assembly.
Should the
transmission continue
to slip after
adjustment,
have the
mower serviced
by an
authorised
Rover
dealer.
If cable
adjustment
is
necessary ensure
that the drive
disengages
before starting the
mower
or it may drive
of
f
unattended.
This can
be
checked
by pulling the
mower
backwards (with the drive bale
released)
- the rear
wheels
should free
wheel.
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of the
maintenance section.
Remove
all clipping build up from around the blade retaining nuts before
f
itting the
spanner
.
Use a ring or
socket
spanner to
prevent
slipping
of
f or damaging the blade retaining
nut.
The blade should be free to
rotate
if the bolts are
f
itted
correctly.
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of this
section.
Refer to the general
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of this
section.
Never
open the discharge
f
lap, or lift the
mower
to wash the
underside
of the deck with the engine
running.

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Adjusting the Drive Cable
(Continued)
•
Start the mower in the
disengaged
position.
•
Push the drive bale
f
or
w
ar
d
until
the gap between the bale and the handle bar
is
55mm (refer
figure
1
2).
•
The drive should just
begin
to
engage
at this point.
•
If
the drive
is
not
beginning
to
engage,
rotate the thumb wheel on the cable support block (one
click
at a time) in
clockwise
direction
until
it does (refer
figure
1
3).
•
If
the drive
engages
and
drives off
at a gap greater than 55mm rotate the thumb wheel on the cable support block
click
at a time in the
clockwise
direction
until
it does (refer
figure
1
3).
•
Test the mower at
all
speeds
ensuring
that it
self disengages
when the drive bale
is
released and that the transmissi
not
slip
at
full
speed with the drive bale
fully
engaged.
•
If
you
still
experience problems, see your nearest authorised Rover dealer.
Removing
the Drive Frame
Co
v
er
•
Unscrew the rear
phillips
head screw in that order (refer
figure
1
4).
•
Lift
the cover and rotate out of the mower to expose the upper
transmission
components.
Replacing the Drive Frame
Co
v
er
•
Fit
the drive cable into its
retaining
slot in the lower drive support frame and hold it down
horizontally
with one hand
(refer
figure
1
5).
•
Rotate the cover into
position
over the cable
until
it seats properly and
maintain
pressure on the
lid
above the cable.
•
Screw the rear
fixing
above the cable down
f
irmly
.
•
Screw the
f
or
w
ar
d
fixing
down
f
irmly
.
Drive Chain
Lubrication
•
Remove the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Removing
the Drive Frame Cover” section) to expose the drive chain.
•
While rotating the outer
clutch
plate
(clockwise) apply
an even spread of
suitable
(non aerosol)
chain lubricant
along
the
length
of the
chain
(refer
figure
1
6).
•
Replace
the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Replacing
the Drive Frame Cover” section).
ENGLISH
7
Put the chain lubricant in a
container
with a long
pointed
spout to make
application
easier.
Apply a little of the lubricant on the cams
between
the clutch
engagement
lever and
the
outboard output
shaft bearing
retainer
while lubricating the
chain.
16
•
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of the
maintenance section.
•
Do not apply
excessive
lubricant to the chain as it may
f
lick
of
f and onto the drive
clutches
during
operation.
•
Keep lubricant clear of the drive
clutches.
W
ARNING
Leave the
f
ixings in the lid when
removing
or
replacing.
15
•
Make sure the raised ring on the brass
section
of the drive cable nests into the
groove
of the lower drive support frame and
f
it
the
lid
accurately
on top before
screwing
down the
co
v
er
.
•
Do not
operate
the
transmission
bale with the cover
loose
or
removed
as you will
damage
the lower drive support
frame.
CAUTION
Blow grass and dirt out of the
recessed
holes to
expose
the head of the
f
ixings.
14
•
Ensure the cable is not
damaged
or kinked which may af fect the driv
e.
•
Apply a drop of lubricant to the pivot points of the drive bale to
ensure smooth
and
safe
operation.
13 Anti-clockwise
12

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Drive Chain
Adjustment
•
Remove the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Removing
the Drive Frame Cover” section) and expose the drive
•
Using
a
long
slender shaft press
firmly
on the
chain
as
f
ar
from the top sprocket as
possible
(refer
figure
1
7).
•
Using
a
suitable Phillips
head screw driver rotate the
adjusting
screw
until
the
chain deflection
(above)
is
5mm
figure
1
8).
•
Rotate the outer
clutch
plate
(chain),
recheck
chain deflection
and
re-adjust if
necessary.
•
Replace
the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Replacing
the Drive Frame Cover” section).
Drive Belt
Adjustment
•
Remove the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Removing
the Drive Frame Cover” section) and expose the belt adjustment
screw (refer
figure
1
9).
•
Using
a
suitable phillips
head screw driver, screw the adjuster screw down
carefullyuntil
the
spring is fully
compressed.
•
Unscrew the adjuster two (2)
full
turns.
•
Rock the gear box about the output shaft and it should move
approximately
2mm under the
spring
load (refer
figure
2
0).
•
Replace
the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Replacing
the Drive Frame Cover” section).
Drive Belt
Replacement
•
Remove the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Removing
the Drive Frame Cover” section).
•
Unscrew the drive belt adjustment screw
until
the
spring
touches the underside of the gearbox
housing
(refer
figure
2
1).
•
Fold
the handle bars down and remove the
grass
catcher and support the rear wheels above the ground on
5
0mm
(min) blocks.
•
Lift
the front of the mower about the rear wheels
until
the lower handle bar contacts the ground and secure safely
in this position.
•
Rotate the
cutting assembly
to expose the two bolts
which fix
the belt cover (refer
figure
2
2).
•
Using
a
suitable
spanner, remove both bolts and washers and remove the belt cover.
•
Rotate the gearbox so its
pulley is
as
close
to the
engine pulley
as possible. Rotate the belt
off
the gearbox pulley
and
discard
the belt.
ENGLISH
22
•
Always wear gloves when handling the cutting
mechanism.
•
Wear gloves and be aware of pinch points when handling the drive belt
mechanism.
•
Secure
the
mower
safely when tilted upwards to
access
the
underside.
•
Place the rear
wheels
on support blocks so that the rear
extension
guard will clear
the
ground when lifting the front of the
mower
up. This will
prevent damage
to the guard
which
is a
mandatory
safety
item.
W
ARNING
•
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of the
maintenance section.
•
Refer to the
“Caution” notes
in the “Belt
Adjustment” section.
CAUTION
21
•
Clean any clippings away from the
underside
of the
gearbox
near the adjusting spring
before
adjusting the belt
tension.
•
Put a mark on one side of the screw head of the adjuster to easily identify the 2 full
turns
when adjusting the belt
tension.
20
•
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of the
maintenance section.
•
Do not over or under
tension
the belt to
prevent damage
or
abnormal wear.
CAUTION
19
•
Rotate
the chain
adjustment
screw
clockwise
(when looking directly at the head of
t
screw)
to
tighten
the chain
tension
and vice v
ersa.
•
Use a very long, or right angle single drive phillips head screw driver to
better access the
chain adjusting
scre
w.
•
Check the
condition
of the chain joiner and
sprocket
and
replace
if
necessar
y
.
18
17
•
Ensure the engine and muf
f
ler are cold before
attempting
to adjust the chain to
pre
v
b
ur
ns.
W
ARNING
•
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution” notes
at the beginning of the
maintenance section.
•
Keep the chain
correctly tensioned
to
prevent damage
or
abnormal wear.
•
Do not over
tension
the
chain.
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Drive Belt
Replacement (Continued)
•
Only if
the mower
is
f
itted with a
full disc
and blades
will
it be
necessary
to remove the
cutting assembly
by
undoing
the
centre bolt and three
surrounding
bolts with
suitable
spanners.
•
If
the mower
is
f
itted with the
“Inline Swing Back Blade”
option, rotate both bladesbackward
until
the
flute
on the blade
touches the blade support bar (see
figure
2
3).
•
Fit
the new belt on the
engine pulley,
rotate the gearbox so its
pulley is
as
close
to the
engine pulley
as possible.
R
otate
the belt into the gearbox
pulley
groove.
•
Adjust
the drivebelt adjustment screw (refer to the “Drive
Belt Adjustment”
section.)
•
Replace
the belt cover,
flat
washersand bolts and tighten
f
irmly
.
•
Replace
the
cutting assembly
(where required) and
fit
the centre bolt and washer and the three
surrounding
bolts and
washers
loosely
before
tightening
inthe
following
sequence and tensions
-
centre bolt (65-70 Nm) and three surrounding
bolts (
1
6-
1
9Nm)
•
If
the mower
is
f
itted with the
“Inline Swing Back Blade”
option, rotate the bladesback so they are in
line
with the
blade support bar
.
•
L
o
w
er
the mower so
all
wheels rest on the ground.
•
Replace
the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Replacing
the DriveFrameCover” section).
Adjusting the Drive
Clutches
Note:
This
procedure
is only necessary
shouldthe drive cableadjustment not be able to provide
sufficient
drive. This
adjustment
is
to
allow
f
or
wear on the driveplatesin the
long
term.
•
Removethe driveframe cover (refer to the
“Removing
the DriveFrameCover” section)to expose the driveclutch
platesand other adjustments.
•
L
oosen the drive
chain fully
by
unscrewing
the
chain
adjuster (refer
figure
2
4).
•
L
oosen the drivebelt
fully
by
unscrewing
the drivebelt adjuster (refer
figure
2
5).
•
Using
a
suitable Allen
key, remove the centre
fixing
and thrust washer from the end of the output shaft (refer
figure
2
6).
•
Removethe two
fixings retaining
the outboard output shaft
bearing housing
(refer
figure
2
7).
•
Lift
the outer end of the output shaft
slightly
and
slide off
the outboard output shaft
bearing
retainer (refer
figure
2
8).
•
Take note of
which marking
(on the boss of the inner driveplate)
aligns
with the end of the
locking
rollpin
(thr
ough
the output shaft)(refer
figure
2
9).
•
Move
the driveplatesand
actuating
cam inan outboard direction
until
the inner driveplate
is
free of the rollpin
(refer
figure
2
9).
•
Rotate the inner driver plate
until
the rollpin
aligns
with the
marking
withONE extra groove than that
originally
no
ted
above.
Slide
back to lock the driveplate to the rollpin into itsnew position.
•
Replace
the outer output shaft
bearing
retainer and screw down
firmly
inposition.
•
Replace
the centre
fixing
and thrust washer on the end of the output shaft,
apply
thread
locking solution
to the centr
e
fixing
and tighten
f
irmly
.
•
Readjust
the drive
chain
(refer to the “Drive
Chain Adjustment”
section).
•
Readjust
the drivebelt (refer to the “Drive
Belt Adjustment”
section).
•
Replace
the drive frame cover (refer to the
“Replacing
DriveFrameCover” section).
•
Re-adjust
the
clutch
cable(refer to the
“Adjusting
the DriveCable” section).
•
Clean
of
f and apply new grease to the cams of the
outboard output
shaft bearing
retainer
ENGLISH
9
29
•
The marks on the inner drive plate boss
represents positions
‘1’,
‘
1
1’, &
‘
11
1’.
Setting
‘1’
is
generally used with a new drive plate
whereas position
‘
11
1’
is for a worn
unit.
•
If the drive cable
adjustment
is insuf
f
icient with the inner drive plate in
position
‘
11
1’
the
drive plates must be
replaced.
and cam lever before
reassembly.
28
27
26
•
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution”notes
at the beginning of the
maintenance section.
CAUTION
25
•
Clean the clipping buildup
of
f the heads of the bolts of the belt cover
f
ixings to
ensurethe
spanner
f
its
correctly.
•
Clean out the belt cover and
transmission
area
thoroughly
before
reassembly.
•
Inspect the drive pulleys for wear,
damage
and make sure they are not
loose
while the
belt
is
removed.
Replace as
required.
•
Special belts and pulleys are used for long life and
accurate
f
itment,
so
replace
with
genuine
Rover
produ
cts.
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Lubricating the Drive
Pawls
•
Support the rear wheels
off
the ground.
•
Removethe rear hubcapsand wheel
plugs
(refer
figure
3
0).
•
Inspect
the
inside
of the wheelhub through the wheel
plug
hole.
If
dirt
is
f
ound, the wheel shouldbe removed and
cleaned.
•
To remove the wheel, remove the ratchet plate
securing
the wheelto the axle.
•
Withdraw the wheel from the axle and
clean
out thoroughly.
•
Using clean engine oil, apply
a
f
e
w
drops of
oil
to the end of the drivegear above the
retaining
washer and
rotate the gear to
allow
the
oil
to penetrate (refer
figure
31). The gear should rotate
freely, if
not, repeat the
above
pr
ocedure.
•
Replace
the wheel,washer and secure with a new ratchet plate.
•
If
the wheel hub
is clean,
rotate the wheel
until
the drive gear
is visible
through the wheel
plug
hole.
•
Using clean engine oil, apply
a
f
e
w
drops of
oil
to the end of the drivegear (as above) and rotate the wheel one or tw
o
times to
allow
the
oil
to penetrate. The wheel shouldrotate
freely, if
not repeat the procedure (refer
figure
3
1).
•
Replace
the wheel
plugs
and the hubcaps.
POWERSTART
OPTION
N.B. The battery
maintenance details
are covered inthe
setting
up sectionand the
following
matrix.
Mower cleaning using
optional
washpor
t
•
•
•
Place
the mower outdoors on a
flat
sur
f
ace.
Set the cut
height
to
high
cut position.
With the
engine
stopped connect a garden hose with a snap on connection ( remove the cap
f
irst),
to
the washport
f
itted to the
inside face
of the
cutting
chamber. (refer
figure
3
2.)
Turn the garden hose on.
Return to the mower and start the
engine
and run at
full
speed
f
or
1 minute.
Stop the
engine
and turn
off
the garden hose.
Removethe garden hose from the washport and replace the cap.
Inspect
the underside of the mower,
if
not
completely clean
use the garden hose to
flush
out
the
remaining
debris.
•
•
•
•
•
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ENGLISH
10
Keep
battery
fully charged to
ensure maximum service life.
•
Refer to the
“Warning”
and
“Caution”notes
at the beginning of this
section.
CAUTION
•
Use a thin bladed
screwdriver
or similar
between
the hubcap and the wheel to prise
of
f
the
hubcap, being careful not to over bend
it.
•
Ratchet plates require special tools to
remove
and
replacethem.
If you are unsure,
contact
your
nearest authorized
Rover
dealer.
•
Purchase
new
ratchet
plates before
removing
the
wheels
as they are not
reusable.
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MAINTENANCE
(Continued)
instructions.
instructions.
instructions.
damaged.
service
agent
if
indoubt or not functioning.
is
out of balance.
restore
full
drive
clean
and
lubricate
as
r
equir
ed.
support bo
x.
ENGLISH
11
Before
After While Every
Ev
er
y
Components
Action Mowing Mowing Mowing 5 hours 25 hours Special
Considerations
Overall
mo
w
er
Clean
the upper and underside
•
Engine
air cleaner
elements
Visually inspect
and clean
•
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
Engine
oil
Check level
•
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
Engine
oil
Replace
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
instructions.
Engine
spark plug
Inspect
and clean
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
instructions.
Engine
general
Inspect
and clean
•
Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
Throttle cable
Inspect
and lubricate
•
Oil
inner cable
if
tight.
Replace if
kinked
or
Operator presence
control
Check the bladebrake stops the
engine
when the lever
is
released
L
ubricate
the leverpivots
•
•
Have the
engine serviced
byan authorised
Cutting
blades
Inspect
•
Replace if
worn, bent, damaged or
if
the assembly
Drivecable
(where
f
itted)
Inspect
f
or
damageor kinks
Adjustment
•
•
•
Replace if
necessary.
Driveassembly
under driveframe
cover (where
f
itted)
Inspect
and clean
•
Drivechain
(where
f
itted)
L
ubrication
Adjustment
Every
50 hours.
Every
100 hours.
Drivebelt
(where
f
itted)
Inspect
and clean
Adjustment
•
•
Replace
belt
if
adjustment procedure does no
t
Drive
Belt
Cover
Remove,
clean
and inspect
Every
50 hours.
DrivePawls
(where
f
itted)
Inspect, clean,
lubricate
•
In
boggy conditions inspect
more
regularly
and
Guards and safety
labels
Inspect
and clean
•
Replace
before next mowing.
B
atter
y
(where
f
itted)
Inspect
and clean
Recharging
•
Make
sure the battery
is firmly
supported inthe
As required
but
mainly after long periods
ofnon use.
Key
switch
(where
f
itted) Inspect
•
Replace if
damaged.
Wiringloom
(where
f
itted) Inspect
•
Replace if
damaged.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
GENERAL
•
Refer to the relevant
sections
inthis
manual
f
or
corrective actioninstruction.
•
Other
manuals
maybe
included
withyour mower,
which
mayrelate to
specific
options of the mower. Use these
manuals
f
or
specific
trouble
shooting
r
elated
to the options.
*Denotes: Refer to the
engine manufacturer’s manual
f
or
details
and instructions.
ENGLISH
12
Problem
Possible
Causes
Corrective Action
Engine
won’t star
t
•
Fuel
supply
•
Air cleaner
•
Spark Plug
•
Operator presence control
•
Fill
the
fuel
tank*
•
Primethe
fuel
system*
•
Turn the
fuel
tap on (where
f
itted)*
•
Drain and replace,stale or contaminatedfuel*
•
Move
throttle or choke or
fast
position
•
Re-adjust
throttle control cable*
•
Have the
engine serviced
byan authorised
service
agent
•
Clean
or replace air
f
ilter*
•
Clean/adjust/replace
spark plug*
•
Refit
the spark
plug
wire
•
Have the
engine serviced
byan authorised
service
agent
•
Activate
operator presence control
•
Reconnect/replace disconnected/broken cable
•
Have the
engine
brake
serviced
byan authorised
service
agent
Uneven Grass Cutting
•
Blades
are
blunt/w
orn/bent
•
Engine
speed
is
too slow
•
Cut
height is
too low
•
Ground speed
is
too
f
ast
•
Replace
blades
•
Use
full engine
speed
•
Raise
cut height
•
Slow
down the ground speed
Clippings
drop while
grass
catching
•
Refer to “Uneven Grass Cutting”section
items
•
Grass catcher
is full
•
Grass catcher mesh/vents are
dir
ty/
blocked
•
Grass catcher
is
damaged
•
Refer to “Uneven Grass Cutting”sectionitems
•
Empty
the
grass
catcher
•
Clean
the mesh/vents to
allow maximum
air
f
lo
w
•
Replace
the
grass
catcher
•
Use the
associated
engine
manufacturers
manual for engine
related trouble shooting
and
corrective
action
instru
ctions.
CAUTION
•
Neverattempt
any
corrective
action that is not
outlined
in this or
associated
manuals. Refer to your
nearest authorised
Rover
dealer.
•
Always
replace components
with genuine Rover
replacement
par
ts.
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OPTION
SELF PROPELLED
OPTION
ENGLISH
13
Problem
Possible
Causes
Corrective Action
Transmission slips
under load
•
Drivecable
damaged/disconnected/no
t
adjustedcorrectly
•
No adjustment left in the drivecable
•
Drive
clutches
damaged or
w
orn
•
Slipping
drivebelt
•
Replace/reconnect/adjust drivecables
•
Adjust
driveclutches
•
Replace
drivecable
•
Replace
driveplates
•
Readjust
or replace the drivebelts
•
Replace
worn drivepulley
•
Replace
broken belt
tensioning
spring
Transmission
doesn’t
drive
•
Refer to
“Transmission Slips
Under
L
oad”
sectionitems
•
Gearbox
is
damagedor seized
•
Clutch
Plate drivepin
is
br
oken
•
Final
drivesprocket rollpin
is
br
oken
•
Broken/dislodged drivechain
•
Broken/dislodged drivebelt
•
Engine
drive
pulley
key
br
oken
•
Gear box
pulley
rollpin
br
oken
•
Pinion
gears/pawls in the drivewheels
br
ok
en/w
orn
•
Refer to
“Transmission Slips
Under
L
oad” sectionitems
•
Replace
gearbox
•
Replace
rollpin
•
Replace
rollpin
•
Replace/refit drivechain
•
Replace/refit drivebelt
•
Replace
key indrivepulley
•
Replace
rollpin
•
Replace
broken/worn
components
Mower doesn’t
fr
ee
wheel
easily
when
drive
is
inneutral
•
Rear wheels jammed with
f
or
eign
material
•
Pawls
inthe rear wheels are damaged
or
seized
•
Bearings
inwheelsare seized.
•
Clean
out and
re-lubricate
rear wheels
•
Replace
or
re-lubricate
the pawls
•
Replace
wheels bearings
Problem
Possible
Causes
Corrective Action
Engine
cranks slowly
•
Bad electrical
connections
•
F
aulty/f
lat
batter
y
•
Reconnect
connections
securely
•
Replace faulty electrical
cables
•
Replace/recharge the
batter
y
Engine
won’t crank
•
Refer to
“Engine
Cranks
Slowly”
section
items
•
Faulty
key switch
•
Faulty
starter motor on the engine
•
Operator presence control
•
Refer to
“Engine
Cranks
Slowly”
sectionitems
•
Replace
the key switch
•
Have the
engine serviced
at an authorised
service
dealer
•
Activate
operator presence control
•
Reconnect/replace disconnected/broken cable
•
Have the
engine
brake
serviced
byan authorised
service
agent

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SPV-93
Sheet 1
12th Dec. 2014
Revision. M
Model 51,61 and 80
Base
14
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
1 A16135 Base- 508mm Push 1 619-05007
1 A16070 Base- 508mm Self propelled 1 619-05003
1 A16176 Base- 560mm 1 619-05004
2 A03510 Height adjustment rack- 508mm 1 787-03025
2 A16081 Height adjustment rack- 560mm 1 787-03011
3 A03126 Flap bush 2 731-09032
4 A16352 Rear flap 1 787-03020
5 A16379 Flap spring 1 732-05004
6 A03455 Handle- flap 1 731-09205
7 A03306 Flap rod 1 711-05759
8 A290112 Rivet- flap handle 2 728-04071
9 A04164 Rivet- rack 2 728-05003
10 A16180 Chain case- dummy 508mm push 1 731-09051
10 A16066 Chain case- 508mm & 560mm S/prop 1 731-09038
11 A16216 Infil piece- 508mm push 1 731-09044
12 A04108 Rivet- 508mm push 1 728-05004
13 A04158 Screw- M5 x 20 Self propelled only 2 710-05432
14 A04099 Washer- 3/16" x 3/4" x 16g.flat 2 736-04655
15 A04163 Nyloc nut- M5 Self propelled only 2 712-04328
16 A03408 Axle Retainer -508mm Push 1 787-02130
16 A10381 Axle retainer- 508mm Push CE only 1 687-05025
16 A03383 Axle retainer- 508 & 560mm SP 1 787-03023
17 A2901195 Rivets- rear axle retainer- 508mm push 4 728-05002
18 A10622 Rear wheel assembly- 508mm push 2 634-05032
19 A03353 Wheel bearing 8 741-04317
20 A373109 Tension washer 4 736-0504
21 A03092 Ratchet plate 4 736-04645
22 A03327 Hub cap- Red 4 731-09201
22 A16234 Hub cap- black 4 731-08953
23 A16014 Wheel seal 2 731-09014
24 A10649 Rear axle assembly- 508mm push 1 611-05008
25 A16220 Rear axle bush- 508mm push 2 731-09045
25 A16294 Rear axle bush- 508 & 560mm s/prop. 2 731-09046
26 A10284 Height adjustment lever- 508mm 1 687-02630
26 A10635 Height adjustment lever- 560mm 1 687-05000
27 A03336 Plate 1 787-02143
28 A02118 Rivets- height adj.lever 2 728-04073
29 A03250 Handle grip 1 731-08955
30 A02371 Label Warning 1 777S34233
31 A04164 Rivet- rack 560mm 1 728-05003
32 A03516K Axle Hook kit 2 951-00022
33 A10603 Front axle assy- 508mm CE only 1 611-05013
33 A10527 Front axle assy- 508mm 1 611-05012
33 A10638 Front axle assy- 560mm 1 611-05012
33 A10648 Front axle assy- 560mm CE only 1 611-05016
34 A03450 Front axle bush- 508mm 2 741-05002
34 A03674 Front axle bush- 560mm 2 741-04577
35 A16005 Disc- 508 & 560mm 1 787-03003
36 A03930 Blade- standard 508mm 4 742-04404-0637
37 A00673K Blade bolt, nut & washer kit 2 951-00013
38 A04108 Rivet-508mm Push used with Item 10 2 728-05004
39 A01716 Backing Plate 1 787-02119
40 A0555K Centre bolt kit- 508mm 1 753-08401
41 A10766K Centre bolt kit- 560mm 1 753-08402
42 A01486 Disc boss- 508mm 1 748-04301
42 A16356 Disc boss- 560mm 1 748-04303
43 A02051 Woodruff key 1 714-0365
44 A10647 Conbar- standard 508mm 1 647-05008
44 A10644 Conbar- standard 560mm 1 647-05009
45 A10710 Conbar complete assy- 560mm mulch 1 647-05017
46 A10684 Conbar front assy.- 508mm mulch 1 647-05010
46 A10711 Conbar front assy.- 560mm mulch 1 647-05014
47 A10686 Conbar rear assy.- 508mm mulch 1 647-05012
47 A10713 Conbar rear assy.- 560mm mulch 1 647-05016
48 A04117 Cuphead bolt 1 710-05487
49 A02030 Washer 1 736-04650
50 A03998 Knob 1 720-04187
51 AO2223 5/16" Nyloc Nut 1 712-04349
52 A10621 Front wheel assy.- 508mm 2 634-05033
52 A10622 Front wheel assy.- 560mm 2 634-05032
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
53 A2501116 Ratchet plate 2 736-04646
54 A03995 Logo 1 731-09015
55 A04171 Rivets- logo 2 728-04075
56 A16076 Conbar spring- 508mm 1 732-05003
56 A16219 Conbar spring- 560mm 1 732-05006
57 A02127 Taptite Engine Bolt- Rover Engine OHV800 &910 2 710-04683
57 GB5787-830 M8 x 30 x1.25 Washer Head Bolt - Rover Engine OHV880&910 1 710-06030
57 A02127 Taptite Engine Bolt- B&S & Honda GCV160 3 710-04683
57 A04145 Engine Bolt- Honda GXV 140 3 710-06036
58 A02012 Washer- Flat- Honda GXV 140 3 736-04644
59 A02031 Washer- shakeproof Honda GXV140 3 736-05015
60 A16137 Nose comb- 508 & 560mm CE only 1 731-09047
61 A04111 Screw- 508 & 560mm CE only 2 710-05494
62 A03743 Label- Warning CE only 1 777S34232
63 A16398 Label- Noise CE only 1 777X46298
64 A16355 Blade- 560mm 4 742-04413
65 A16245 Label Pro Cut Mulch N Catch 1 777D19885
65 A16249 Label Self Pro Cut 50 Mulch N Catch 1 777D19830
65 A03938 Label PowerStart Mulch N Catch 1 777D19975
65 A16247 Label Self Pro Cut 560 Mulch N Catch 1 777D19886
65 A15001 Label Pedigree Mulch N Catch 1 777D19887
65 A15002 Label Thoroughbred SP Mulch N Catch 1 777D19888
66 A04173 O'- Ring 1 721-04484
67 A16302 Washport- plastic 1 731-09073
68 A04038 Washer- Ø4.15 x 15 x 18g.flat 2 736-04653
69 A02175 Rivet- 73 AS 5-5 2 728-04074

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SPV-93
Model 61 and 80
Sheet 2 Self Propelled
15
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
1 A10624 Wheel assembly- 508mm 2 634-04751
1 A10669 Wheel assembly- 560mm 2 634-05015
2 A03381 Cover Plate- 508mm LH 1 787-02138
2 A03380 Cover Plate- 508mm RH 1 787-02137
2 A16045 Cover Plate- 560mm Common 2 787-03010
3 A03353 Wheel bearing 4 741-04317
4 A03327 Hub Cap-Red 2 731-09201
4 A16234 Hub Cap-Black 2 731-08953
5 A3521047 Plug 2 731-08959
6 A373109 Tension washer 2 736-0504
7 A03092 Ratchet plate 2 736-04645
8 A16075 Belt cover 1 731-09043
9 A16065 Engine pulley 1 756-04512
10 A16079 Gearbox pulley 1 756-04520
11 A02051 Woodruff key 1 714-0365
12 A04075 Grub screw- 1/4" x 3/8" unc 2 710-1842A
13 A04073 Roll pin- gearbox pulley 5x 40 1 715-04136
14 A04167 Setscrew- M5 x 16 hex. 2 710-05493
15 A04099 Washer- 3/16 x 3/4 x 16g 4 736-04655
16 A10639 Rear axle assembly- complete 508mm 1 611-05000
16 A10633 Rear axle assembly- complete 560mm 1 611-05003
17 A16294 Axle bush 2 731-09046
18 A10284 Height adjustment lever- 508mm 1 687-02630
18 A10635 Height adjustment lever- 560mm 1 687-05000
19 A03250 Handle grip 1 731-08955
20 A03336 Packing plate 1 787-02143
21 A02118 Rivets- 1/4" x 3/4" 2 728-04073
22 A02090 Circlip 4 716-04194
23 A03373 Pawl Retaining Washer 4 736-04628
24 A03372 Pawl 2 714-05000
25 A03370 Pinion- LH 1 717-05003
26 A03361 Bearing 6 741-04564
27 A03371 Pinion- RH 1 717-05002
28 A16131 Drive frame 1 731-09048
29 A10640 Gearbox assembly 1 618-06036
30 A16063 Frame cover 1 731-09034
31 A16061 Cap- spring 1 732-05001
32 A16064 Spring- gearbox 1 732-05002
33 A10636 Clutch plate assembly- incl.item 34 1 687-05006
34 A03390 Clutch lining 1 718-04895
35 A16322 Spring- clutch plates 1 732-05007
36 A10170 Clutch plate assembly- drive 1 618-06031
37 A16056 Thrust washer 1 736-04633
38 A16413 Spring- cam lever 1 732-05005
39 A16057 Cam lever 1 717-05004
40 A16060 Bearing retainer and cam 1 741-05000
41 A16139 Thrust cap 1 726-04132
42 A04165 Screw- M6 x 12 csk. Cap screw 1 710-05492
43 A16062 Bearing cap 1 741-05006
44 A02111 Nyloc nut- M6 2 712-0691
45 A04162 Screw- M6 x 60 1 710-05491
46 A04161 Screw- M6 x 70 1 710-05490
47 A04091 Screw- M5 x 16 3 710-05488
48 A16414 Drive pin- gearbox shaft 1 718-05005
49 A04163 Nyloc nut- M5 9 712-04328
50 A04160 Screw- M5 x 40 3 710-05486
51 A16337 Label - Caution Drive Belt Tension 1 777S35207
52 A16066 Chain case 1 731-09038
53 A16069 Wedge 1 731-09037
54 A16068 Chain tensioner 1 731-09039
55 A16071 Axle supports 1 711-06001
56 A16360 Sprocket- 12 tooth ( suits 5/32" x 3/4" roll pi 1 713-05000
57 A03394 Felt seal 1 721-04600
58 A04174 Roll pin- drive shaft 5/32" x 3/4" 1 715-04137
59 A16362 Drive shaft- 508mm (suits 5/32" x 3/4" roll pi 1 718-05004
59 A16361 Drive shaft- 560mm (suits 5/32" x 3/4" roll pi 1 718-05000
60 A03391 Mount bracket 1 787-02133
61 A03383 Rear axle retainer 1 787-03023
62 A03393 Drive shaft shield 1 787-03008
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
63 A16078 Chain- 3/8" x 58 pitch ASA incl.con link 1 713-04131
64 A16182 Spacer- engine pulley 508mm only 1 750-06010
65 A03382 Seal- rear wheel 508mm only 2 731-09020
66 A02081 Setscrew- 1/4" x 1-3/4" unc. Hex. 2 710-05482
67 A02027 Washer- 1/4" spring 7 736-04649
68 A02001 Nut- 1/4" Hex. 7 712-04347
69 A02146 Setscrew- 1/4" x 3/4" unc.Hex 2 710-05484
70 A02078 Setscrew- 1/4" x 1/2" unc.Hex. 2 710-05481
71 A16077 Belt- Dayco SPZX-612 508mm only 1 754-04335
71 A16217 Belt- Dayco SPZX-670 560mm only 1 754-05010
72 A03604 Extension- CE mowers only 1 787-03009
73 A04231 Screw - M5 x 20 - Special 2 710-05485
74 A04158 Screw- M5 x 20 2 710-05432
75 A02078 Setscrew- 1/4" x 1/2" unc.Hex. 1 710-05481
76 A16239 Label- Pro cut 508 Self propelled mulch n catch cover 1 777D19831
76 A16239 Label- Pro cut 560 Self propelled mulch n catch cover 1 777D19889
77 A04169 Nut- M5 hex. 2 712-04353
78 A02234 Washer- 3/16" shakeproof 2 736-04651
79 A02235 Nyloc nut- 1/4" hex. 2 712-04351
80 A04013 Washer- 3/4" x 1-1/2" flat 1 736-04652

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Rev.E 12th Dec. 2014
SPV-93
Model 51, 61 and 80
Sheet: 3
Catcher, Mulch Plug and Side Chute
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
1 J10541 Grass Catcher assemby Professional 560 1 811-002417
2 A03447 Handle 1 731-08954
3 A03324 Mesh 1 787-02107
4 A16350 Grass Catcher Tongue - Professional 1 787-03021
5 A03589 Grass Catcher Back Insert - Professional 1 787-03038
6 A02175 Rivet-73 AS 5-5 12 728-04074
7 A02163 Screw- 3/16" x 1/2" 2 710-05483
8 A02193 Nyloc Nut- 3/16" unc 2 712-04343
9 A04038 Washer 12 736-04653
10 A10689 Mulch Plug assembly 20" 1 687-05012
10 A10714 Mulch Plug assembly 22" 1 687-05011
11 A03901 Deflector 1 787-02129
12 A03914 Support Bracket 1 787-02139
13 A2901195 Rivet-73 AS 6-5 2 728-05002
14 A02175 Rivet-73 AS 5-5 2 728-04074
15 A02192 Washer- 5/32" x 7/16" flat 2 736-05013
16 A03894 Label - Mulch Plug 1 777S35004
17 A03928 Label - Vari-tilt 1 777D17340
18 J10605 Side chute assembly c/w carton 1 None
19 A03743 Label - Chute 1 777S34232
20 A02216 Washer- 3/16" x 1/2" flat 2 736-04643
1 J10541 Grass Catcher assemby Professional 508 1 811-002568

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Rev. K
SPV-93 Model 51, 61 and 80
Sheet 4 Hanle Bars and PowerStart
10th April 2012
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
1 A03802 Upper handle bars- 20" 1 749-05032
1 A03809 Upper handle bars- 20" Prof. 1 749-05031
1 A16174 Upper handle bars- 22" 1 749-05070
1 A03570 Upper handle bars- P/start 20" only 1 749-05030
1 A16308 Upper handle bars- P/start 20" Prof. 1 749-05032
2 A16050 Lower handle bars-20" only 1 749-05071
2 A16185 Lower handle bars-20" Prof & 22" 1 749-05071
3 A02849K Cam lock- incl. item 4,5,6 2 951-00001
4 A03307 Draw bolt- cam lock incl.in item 3 2 710-06013
5 A02260 Roll pin- cam lock incl. In item 3 2 715-0156
6 A02223 Nyloc nut- 5/16" unc. Incl. in item 3 4 712-04349
7 A03518 Plug spanner- Quantum & Honda 1 727-04399
7 A12392 Plug spanner- Intek 1 727-05005
8 A03556 Battery support box 2 787-03044
9 A03559 Battery 1 725-06052
10 A03558 Battery block 2 735-05004
11 A03610 Foam block 1 721-04603
12 A16391 Spring - Clutch Cable 1 732-05009
13 A02163 Screw- 3/16" x 1/2" mush.head 2 710-05483
14 A02002 Speed nut- 2 712-04346
15 A02083 Setscrew- 5/16" x 3/4" unc.hex 2 710-06006
16 A02012 Washer- 5/16" x 7/8" x 18g.flat 2 736-04644
17 A11102 Washer- special 2 736-05016
18 A03430 Lever stop plate 1 787-03031
19 A10724 Throttle cable- 20" B&S Quantum SP 1 746-04854
19 A10702 Throttle cable-20" Honda GCV 1 746-05012
19 A10702 Throttle cable-20" Rover Engine 1 746-04854
19 A03326 Throttle cable- 22" B & S 850 Series 1 746-05013
19 A10765 Throttle cable- 22" Honda GCV 1 746-05065
19 A10765 Throttle cable-22" Rover Engine 1 746-05011
19 A10724 Throttle cable- 20" B & S Quantum Push 1 746-04854
19 A10720K Throttle Control assembly-20" & 22" Rover 1 746-05003
20 A00950K Throttle control assembly- 20" Briggs 1 951-00015
20 A10755K Throttle control assembly- 22" Briggs 1 687-05013
20 A10016K Throttle control assembly- Honda 1 687-05014
21 A04060 Rivet- 73 AS 5-2 5 728-05000
22 A03565 Cable clamp 1 726-05016
23 A03560 Key start switch 1 725-06029
24 A07679 Ignition keys 2 725-06030
25 A03557 Key start housing 1 787-03041
26 A16141 Wiring loom- 20" with Engine Brake 1 725-06011A
27 A02028 Setscrew- 5/16" x 5/8" -20" only 4 710-05480
27 A02083 Setscrew- 5/16" x 3/4" -20"Prof & 22" 4 710-06006
28 A04045 Flanged nut- 5/16" unc 4 712-04344
29 A02081 Setscrew- 1/4" x 1-3/4" unc 1 710-05482
30 A02235 Nyloc nut- 1/4" unc 2 712-04351
31 A16377 Clutch cable- 20" 1 746-05038
31 A16378 Clutch cable- 22" 1 746-05039
32 A02521 Spacer 1 750-05706
33 A10717 Clutch lever assembly 1 618-05131
34 A10523 Brake lever assembly- 20" push 1 747-06328
35 A10524 Brake lever assembly- 20 & 22" s/prop. 1 647-05046
36 A03732 Cable clip- all models 1 732-05011
37 A03739 Handle grip 1 731-08956
38
A03747 Label- blade brake 1 777I23794
39
A03622 Label- drive engagement 1 777I25001
40 A03756 Switch plate 1 745-10061
41 A03933 Throttle block- 22" INTEK 1 None
Item No Part No Description Qty MTD No
42 A16324 Soft grips 2 720-04195
43 A03938 Label- Powerstart Mulch N Catch 1 777D19972
43 A16844 Label - Pro Cut 50 Keystart 1 777D19973
44 A02668 Cable tie 2 None
45 A16233 Brake cable- 20" 1 746-05005
45 A16184 Brake cable- 22" 1 746-05020
46 A04083 Screw- 10 x 19 pan head 1 710-05489
47 A03733 Rope stop 1 747-05689
48 A03732 Cable clip- powerstart & 20" push 1 732-05011
48 A03732 Cable clip- 22" INTEK 1 732-05011
49 A03811K Snorkel Kit-includes 49,50,51,52,53 1 951-00008
50 A03217 Body-remote filter housing 1 731-08784
51 A03218 Cap-remote filter housing 1 731-08785
52 A03219 Spring 1 732-04941
53 A03189 Snorkel filter 1 751-12717
54 A02175 Rivet - 73AS 5-5 2 728-04074
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