MTD VB20 series 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 -upRemove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in 2. Fig. 3-3.Follow the steps below to compl

11se c t i O n 3 — as s e M b l y & se t -upSide Discharge ChuteYour mower is shipped as a mulcher. To convert to side discharge, make sure gras

12 se c t i O n 3 — as s e M b l y & se t -upMove lever to desired position for a change in cutting 2. height. See Fig. 3-10.Release lever towar

Controls and Features413Figure 4-1Blade ControlThe blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the uppe

Operation514Starting EngineWARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. N

Maintenance & Adjustments615MaintenanceGeneral RecommendationsAlways observe safety rules when performing any • maintenance.The warranty on this l

16 se c t i O n 6— Ma i n t e n a n c e & ad j u s t M e n t sEngine CareA list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good performance by

Service717BladeBlade AdapterBoltBlade Bell SupportWARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It may cau

18 se c t i O n 7— se r v i c eReplacing Battery (If Equipped)WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which may cause burns. Do not short circuit or

19se c t i O n 7 — se r v i c eOff-Season StorageThe following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage.Clean and lubricate mower

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

Troubleshooting920Problem Cause RemedyEngine Fails to start Blade control disengaged.1. Spark plug boot disconnected.2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

21se c t i O n 9 — tr O u b l e s h O O t i n gProblem Cause RemedyUneven cut Wheels not positioned correctly. 1. Dull blade.2. Place front and rear

Replacement Parts1022Phone (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and ser

23se c t i O n 10 — re p l a c e M e n t pa r t sPhone (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have

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 1. attempting to assemble this mach

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 sServiceSafe Handling Of Gasoline:To avoid personal injury or property d

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 sNotice Regarding EmissionsEngines which are certified to comply with C

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 sWARNING: Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to

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-Up39Contents of CartonOne Lawn Mower• One Grass Catcher• One Bottle of Oil• One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual• One Engine Operato