MTD Series 790 Operator's Manual

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

10 se c t i O n 3— as s e M b l y & se t -upAttaching The SeatIf the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory, follow the applicabl

11se c t i O n 3 — as s e M b l y & se t -upTire PressureWARNING! Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure s

Figure 4-1Parking Brake LeverParking Brake PedalSpeed Control LeverThrottle/Choke LeverDeck Lift LeverPTO (Blade Engage) LeverIgnition Switch ModuleCo

Throttle Control LeverThe throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine

WARNING! Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, move speed control lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engin

Operation515Operation515Safety Interlock SwitchesThis tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the in

16 se c t i O n 5— Op e r a t i O n16 se c t i O n 5— Op e r a t i O nOnce activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be 4. driven in reverse w

17se c t i O n 5 — Op e r a t i O n 17se c t i O n 5 — Op e r a t i O nIMPORTANT: First-time operators should use slower speeds. Become completely f

18 se c t i O n 5— Op e r a t i O n18 se c t i O n 5— Op e r a t i O nMulching (if so equipped)Select models come equipped with a mulch kit which in

Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining. Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the 5. Engine Ope

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

Push in on the oil drain valve and rotate counter-clockwise 6. to drain the oil. Refer back to Figure 6-2. After the oil has finished draining, rotate

Battery FailuresSome common causes for battery failure are: Incorrect initial activation• Overcharging• Freezing• Undercharging• Corroded connections•

Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade 2. tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground. B

Maintenance ScheduleBefore Each useEvery 10 HoursEvery 25 HoursEvery 50 HoursEvery 100 HoursPrior to StoringClean Hood/Dash LouversP PCheck Engine Oi

Service724Service724Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right 7. fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way.On 42” decks:

25se c t i O n 7 — se r v i c e 25se c t i O n 7 — se r v i c eCarefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the 9. cutting deck by removing the h

26 se c t i O n 7— se r v i c e26 se c t i O n 7— se r v i c eCutting BladesWARNING! Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the

27se c t i O n 7 — se r v i c e 27se c t i O n 7 — se r v i c eRetighten the left idler pulley hex nut loosened earlier.7. Remount the belt guards r

Problem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start PTO/Blade engaged. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected.2. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 3. Choke not activat

NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in

Important Safe Operation Practices23General OperationRead, understand, and follow all instructions on the 1. machine and in the manual(s) before attem

The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Model Series 700 Hydrostatic Lawn Tractors. See the retailer from which you purchased you

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FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSMTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environment

GDOC-100223 Rev. AWARRANTED PARTS:The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such w

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

4 se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sA missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade 12. contact or th

5se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sChildrenTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

6 se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sPeriodically check to make sure the blades come to 3. complete stop wi

7se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e sSafety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may a

8 se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e s15°Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree...or a corner of a b

Assembly & Set-Up39Tractor Set-UpNOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and feat