MTD Series 520 Thru 530 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL22" Self-PropelledMowerModel Series520 Thru 530IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning: This unit is

Ifthewheelstendtolockup,theclutchmaynotbereleasingcompletely.Donotstarttheengineuntilcorrectionshavebeenmade.Checkthedrivecableforseverebends,kinks,or

HandleHeightAdjustmentYour mower is shipped with the handle in the higherheight position. To lower the height proceed as follows:Remove the starter ro

WARNING: Always stop engine anddisconnect spark plug wire beforecleaning, lubricating or doing any kind ofservice work on the lawn mower.Blade Control

The blade can be tested by balancing it on a roundshaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy sideuntil it balances evenly. It is recommended that

Refertoenginemanualforcorrectenginestorageinstructions.Coatmower'scuttingbladewithchassisgreasetopreventrusting.Storemowerinadry,cleanarea.Donots

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ModelSeries520thru530Ref.No.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10.11.12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.23.24.25.26.27.28.29.30.31.32.33.34.35.36.37.Part No.747-1214747-

ModelSeries520 thru5307.6_93213©15Ref.No.1. 618-03922. 721-03293. 741-06734. 736-0520Upper Housing AssemblyOil Seal .500 ID x .687 ODFlange Bearing .5

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TABLEOFCONTENTSContent PageMaintaining Safety ... 3Slope Gau

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLCwith respect to new merchandise purchased and used in

SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, couldendanger the perso

completestopbeforeremovingthegrasscatcheroruncloggingthechute.Thecuttingbladecontinuestorotateforafewsecondsaftertheengineisshutoff.Neverplaceanyparto

3. Checkthebladeandenginemountingboltsatfrequentintervalsforpropertightness.Also,visuallyinspectbladefordamage(e.g.,bent,cracked,worn)Replacebladewith

HcHOoJococou}OccoEOJ_Hu}C_1"9SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREEA POWER POLEA CORNER OF A BUILDINGOR A FENCE POSTII15°._. "&

SECTION3: ASSEMBLINGYOURLAWNMOWERIMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oilin the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasolineand o

RemovingChuteRetainer(Models520 Series)The chute deflector on your mower is held in an uprightposition by a retainer for shipping purposes only.Remove

eControlHandle #__-Drive ControlHandleMulchingPlugjDischarge,F ChuteStarterCutting HeightAdjustmentLeverMulchi_PlugDischarge jChuteFigure 8RecoilStart