Mtd Series 430 User Manual

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USASafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshoot

10 Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-UpAdjustmentsCutting HeightEach wheel has a height adjustment lever to change the cutting height of the mower.Depres

Controls and Features411Blade ControlThe blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle t

Operation512Figure 5-1ONOFF1234Figure 5-23231Starting EngineWARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while star

13sectiOn 5 — OperatiOnUsing Your Lawn MowerBe sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. S

Maintenance & Adjustments614MaintenanceGeneral RecommendationsAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.The warranty on this law

15sectiOn 6 — Maintenance & adjustMentsReplacing Rear FlapTo remove rear flap, lift rear door, and press flap in on either side to remove from hol

Service716WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It may cause damage to mower and could break causi

Troubleshooting817Problem Cause RemedyEngine Fails to start Blade control disengaged.Spark plug boot disconnected.Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.Engine

18Model Series 430Wheel TreadK2 BarBarZag3533182912424949263217435135404128432122464725272423304831AA291943451643234815020144415106791151336393738

19Ref No.Part Number Description1 747-1161A Blade Control Handle2 749-1092A Upper Handle3 747-04080A Grass Catcher Frame4 749-0928A Lower Handle5 720-

Customer SupportPlease do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.If you have diffic

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FORGDOC-100015 REV. BThe limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchase

Important Safe Operation Practices23General OperationRead this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine

4 sectiOn 2 — iMpOrtant safe OperatiOn practicesA missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries.Many injuries o

5sectiOn 2 — iMpOrtant safe OperatiOn practicesServiceSafe Handling Of Gasoline:To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handli

6 sectiOn 2 — iMpOrtant safe OperatiOn practicesSpark ArrestorWARNING: This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be u

7sectiOn 2 — iMpOrtant safe OperatiOn practicesSight and hold this level with a vertical tree...or a corner of a building...or a fence postFold along

Assembly & Set-Up38Contents of CartonOne Lawn Mower• One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual• One Bottle of Oil•One Grass Catcher• One Engine Operator’s

9sectiOn 3 — asseMbly & set-upGrass CatcherFollow steps below to assemble the grass catcher. Make certain bag is turned right side out before asse