Yard Machines 330, 520, 230 manual OPERATOR’S Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model Series

230 and 520

22" SELF-PROPELLED

ROTARY MOWERS

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO.770-8559A

 

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation ServiceDo not ChildrenSafety Labels Found On Lawn Mower Calling Customer Support Finding Your Model NumberSlope Gauge Unpacking Disconnect Spark Plug WireTools Required Upper Drive Control HandleALL Units HOW to SET UP Your Lawn MowerChute Deflector Mulching Baffle OptionalControls GAS and OIL FILL-UP OperationBefore Starting To Start Engine and Engage BladeUsing Your Rotary Mower AdjustmentsCutting Height Adjustment Handle Height AdjustmentDrive Clutch Control Adjustment Throttle Control Adjustment MaintenanceCarburetor Adjustments LubricationBlade Adapter Spacer Cutting BladeFlat Washer Spring Washer Pulley HalvesBlade Mounting Torque Rear Flap ReplacementDeck EngineIdler Pulley Belt OFF-SEASON StorageBelt Guard Idler Pulley Trouble Possible Causes Corrective Actions Trouble Shooting GuideModel Series Description Wheel Chart Model Series 230 Front Wheel Chart Size Tread Type NO. Part no Description Shroud Chart Page Page Page Other Warranties MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for