MTD 11A-504C000 Operator's Manual

10/10/2006FORM NO. 770-10334HSafety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • WarrantyWarning: Th

10General Recommendations1. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items tha

115Maintaining Your Lawn MowerWARNINGWhen removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or

12For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. 6Trouble ShootingCauseProblemRemedyEngine fails to start

137SafetyLabelsWARNINGDO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from mower for any reason. Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn MowerKEEP HANDS and FEET AWAYGA

14Model Series 500Wheel TreadsK2 Tread ZagPin Bar Tread234810122942163616136171941626281627293020143835373940161621221815933323145734514344232524For P

158Parts ListRef. Part No. Description23. 742-0742A† 22” Mulching Blade742-0642A 22” Standard Blade24. 710-1044 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.525. 736-0524

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and

2Finding and Recording Model NumberTable of ContentsBEFORE YOU BEGIN TO ASSEMBLE YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment an

31Slope GaugeWARNINGDo not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower co

42Safe Operation PracticesChildrenTragic accidents can occur if operator is not alert to presence of children. Children are often attracted to mower

519. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog-ging the chute. The cutting bl

63Setup and Adjustment1. For shipping purposes, the chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer. Remove the retainer a

7WHEEL INSTALLOn select models, the front wheels may also need to be installed. Install these in the same manner as the rear wheels.CUTTING HEIGHTAll

84Operating Your Lawn MowerNow that you have set up your lawn mower for opera-tion, get acquainted with its controls and features. These are described

94Operating Your Lawn MowerWARNINGThe operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes