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MTD 13AT605G755 User Manual

MTD 13AT605G755
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Safety Assembly Operation Adjustment Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists Warranty
OF A O AL
Automatic Lawn Tractor- Model Series 605
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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coveredor grass-coveredlandunlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemisequippedwitha sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresterisused,it shouldbemaintainedineffectiveworkingorderbytheoperator.IntheStateofCaliforniatheaboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442oftheCaliforniaPublicResourcesCode).Otherstatesmayhavesimilarlaws.Federallawsapplyonfederallands.A sparkarrester
forthemuffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contacttheservicedepartment,RO.Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
FORMNO.769-02073
11/03/2005
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MTD 13AT605G755 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMTD
Model13AT605G755
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

IMPORTANT

Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operation.

Slope Gauge

WARNING

Do not mow on inclines exceeding 15 degrees; risk of overturn and injury.

Safe Operation Practices

WARNING: Engine Exhaust

Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects.

DANGER

Machine can cause amputations; observe safety rules to prevent injury or death.

Children

Safety precautions regarding children around the machine.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Instructions for safe refueling and gasoline storage.

General Operation

WARNING

Important safety instructions; failure to comply can result in injury.

Your Responsibility

Restrict use to persons who understand manual warnings and instructions.

Safe Operation Practices

Slope Operation

Precautions for operating on slopes to prevent loss of control and tip-overs.

Towing

Guidelines for safely towing attachments with the tractor.

Your Responsibility

Restrict use to persons who understand manual warnings and instructions.

Service

WARNING

Safety precautions before performing maintenance or repairs.

Your Responsibility

Restrict use to persons who understand manual warnings and instructions.

Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor

WARNING

Extreme care needed when handling gasoline; highly flammable.

Attaching the Battery Cables

Instructions for connecting the battery cables.

Gas and Oil Fill-up

Information on filling the fuel tank and checking engine oil.

Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor

Shipping Brace Removal

Instructions for removing the shipping brace before operation.

WARNING

Mowing deck can throw objects; ensure discharge cover is in place.

Attaching The Steering Wheel

Steps to attach the steering wheel to the tractor.

Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor

Attaching The Seat

Instructions for attaching and adjusting the tractor seat.

WARNING

Ensure the seat is fully engaged in the seat stop before operating.

Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor

Identifying the Mulch Plug (if so equipped)

Information on locating and removing the mulch plug.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Know Your Lawn Tractor

Identification of tractor controls and components.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Throttle Control Lever

Operation of the throttle control for engine speed and choke.

Choke Control

How to activate the choke control for starting.

Brake Pedal

Function and operation of the brake pedal.

Ignition Switch Module

How to start and stop the engine using the ignition switch.

Drive Pedal

Operation of the drive pedal for tractor movement and speed control.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Systems Indicator Monitor

Explanation of the dashboard monitor and its indicators.

Electric PTO (Blade Engage) Knob

How to engage and disengage electric PTO.

PTO (Blade Engage) Lever

How to engage and disengage manual PTO lever.

Seat Adjustment Lever

Adjusting the seat position for comfort and control.

Deck Lift Lever

How to adjust the cutting deck height.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Parking Brake Button

How to set and release the parking brake.

Cruise Control Button

Engaging and disengaging the cruise control feature.

Shift Lever

Operation and precautions for the shift lever.

Safety Interlock Switches

Explanation of safety interlock systems and their function.

Reverse Caution Mode

Operating the tractor in reverse with blades engaged.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Reverse Caution Mode

Detailed instructions for activating and using reverse caution mode.

Engaging the Parking Brake

Step-by-step guide to engage the parking brake.

Setting the Cutting Height

How to set the desired cutting height for the deck.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine.

Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely stopping the tractor engine.

Driving The Tractor

Guidelines for safe forward and reverse driving.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Driving On Slopes

Safe operating procedures for driving on slopes.

Setting The Cruise Control

How to set, use, and disengage cruise control.

Engaging the Blades

Procedures for engaging the cutting blades (PTO).

Using the Deck Lift Lever

How to raise and lower the cutting deck.

Mowing

Safety precautions and tips for mowing.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Mulching (If Equipped)

Tips for effective mulching and using the mulch kit.

Headlights

Information on how the tractor's headlights operate.

Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor

WARNING

Never attempt adjustments while the engine is running.

Leveling the Deck

Instructions for adjusting the front-to-rear and side-to-side deck level.

Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor

WARNING

Never attempt brake adjustments while the engine is running.

Parking Brake Adjustment

How to adjust the tractor's parking brake.

Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor

Seat Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the tractor seat.

WARNING

Ensure the seat is fully engaged in the seat stop before operating.

Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor

Steering Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting the steering linkage for proper wheel alignment.

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

WARNING

Safety precautions before performing maintenance or repairs.

Engine

Engine maintenance instructions and oil checks.

Changing Engine Oil

Step-by-step guide for changing the engine oil.

Lubrication

Lubrication points for the tractor's drive system and axles.

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

Deck Wash System™™

Instructions for using the deck wash system to clean the deck.

Cutting Deck Removal

Procedures for removing the cutting deck from the tractor.

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

WARNING

Never exceed maximum tire inflation pressure.

Tires

Recommended tire pressure for front and rear tires.

Battery

Battery maintenance, cleaning, and handling precautions.

Charging

Instructions for charging the tractor battery.

Jump Starting

Procedures for jump starting the tractor battery.

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

Cutting Blades

Instructions for removing, sharpening, and replacing cutting blades.

WARNING

Safety precautions for working with cutting blades.

Fuses

Location and function of fuses for electrical system protection.

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

Changing the Deck Belt & PTO Belt

Procedures for replacing drive belts for the deck and PTO.

WARNING

Avoid pinching injuries when removing belts.

Changing the Transmission Drive Belts

Information on changing transmission drive belts.

Off-Season Storage/Attachments

WARNING

Safe fuel draining and storage practices.

Attachments & Accessories

List of compatible attachments and accessories for the tractor.

Safety Labels

WARNING

Critical safety instructions for operating the machine.

Your Responsibility

Owner's responsibility for safe operation.

Trouble Shooting

Engine fails to start

Causes and remedies for engine starting failures.

Engine runs erratic

Causes and remedies for erratic engine operation.

Trouble Shooting

Engine overheats

Causes and remedies for engine overheating.

Engine hesitates at high RPM

Causes and remedies for engine hesitation at high RPM.

Idles poorly

Causes and remedies for poor engine idling.

Excessive Vibration

Causes and remedies for excessive vibration.

Mower will not mulch grass (If Equipped)

Causes and remedies for the mower not mulching grass.

Uneven cut

Causes and remedies for an uneven grass cut.

Illustrated Parts List

NOTES

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE

Details the manufacturer's warranty coverage for evaporative emission parts.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

Owner's responsibilities for maintaining the lawn mower and warranty coverage.

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE

Warranty coverage details for emissions-related parts.

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

Information on warranty service and locating dealers.

HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY

Explains how state law affects the limited warranty.

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