MTD 145-660A - User Manual

Owner's Operating
Service Instruction
Manual
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• REPAIR PARTS
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Model Nos.
145-660A
145-672A
145-760A
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WARRANTY
For one year from date of purchase, MTD Products Inc will replace for the original purchaser, free
of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part or parts found to be defective in material
or workmanship. All transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement under this warranty
must be paid by the purchaser. This warranty does not irfMude replacement of* parts which become
inoperative through misuse, excessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance or alterations by
unauthorized persons. This warranty does not include the engine, motor, battery, battery charger or any
component parts thereof. For service on these units, refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty.
The above warranty will apply only to the original owner and will be effective only if the warranty
card has been properly processed. It will not apply where the unit has been used commercially.
Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. UNDER
NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THE RETURN OF A COMPLETE UNIT BE ACCEPTED BY THE
FACTORY UNLESS PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION HAS BEEN EXTENDED.
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MTD PRODUCTS INC
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
5389 WEST 130th STREET • P. 0. BOX 2741 CLEVELAND OHIO 44111
FORM NO. 770-5651

Summary

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDING VEHICLES

ASSEMBLY

TIRE PRESSURE

Instructions for setting tire pressure before operation.

TOOLS NEEDED

List of tools required for assembly procedures.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

Step-by-step guide for battery activation and installation.

DECK ASSEMBLY

Instructions for attaching the cutting deck to the tractor.

CONTROLS AND PRELIMINARY CHECKS

CONTROLS

Identification and function of tractor controls.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING THE ENGINE

Procedures for starting the tractor engine safely.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Steps to safely shut down the tractor engine.

STOPPING THE RIDER

How to safely stop the tractor vehicle.

STOPPING THE BLADES

Method for disengaging the cutting blades.

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Chart for diagnosing and resolving common engine problems.

CRANKCASE OIL

Procedures for checking and changing engine oil.

STEERING GEAR LUBRICATION

Lubrication points and schedule for the steering mechanism.

TRANSAXLE LUBRICATION

Instructions for lubricating the transaxle unit.

RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE LUBRICATION

Guide for checking and lubricating the right angle drive.

STEERING ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust steering looseness and wear.

AIR FILTER

Guide for cleaning and servicing the engine air filter.

BLADE DRIVE BELT-34

Steps for removing and replacing the 34" blade drive belt.

STARTER-GENERATOR BELT (8 H.P. Only)

Instructions for tightening or replacing the starter-generator belt.

REMOVING AND SHARPENING BLADES

Process for removing and sharpening the mower blades.

WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the front wheel toe-in for proper alignment.

CLEAN COOLING SYSTEM

Steps to clean the engine's air cooling system.

FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE AND FILTER

Information on maintaining the fuel shut-off valve and filter.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Guide for adjusting the engine's carburetor settings.

CHOKE-A-MATIC CARBURETOR CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusting the choke-a-matic control for proper operation.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Recommended procedures for storing the tractor during off-season.

WHEEL SPACERS

Information on the correct placement of wheel spacers.

PARTS LIST FOR 145-660 A, 145-672 A AND 145-760 A

RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE

PARTS PRICE LIST FOR RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE

List of parts and prices for the Right Angle Drive unit.

PARTS LIST FOR 34 MOWING UNIT USED ON 145-660 A AND 145-672 A

TRANSAXLE PEERLESS MODEL NO. 1217

PARTS LIST FOR TRANSAXLE PEERLESS MODEL 1217

145-660 A 8 H.P. ENGINE

PARTS LIST FOR SCHEMATIC MODEL 145-660 A

Component parts for the 8 H.P. engine schematic.

145-660 A 145-760 A 10 H.P. ENGINE

Trouble Shooting Chart

BATTERY WARRANTY CERTIFICATE

BATTERY MANUFACTURER MEMBERSHIP LIST

Directory of IBMA member battery suppliers.

PARTS INFORMATION

POWER EQUIPMENT PARTS AND SERVICE

Information on obtaining parts and service for MTD equipment.

BRIGGS & STRATTON, TECUMSEH AND PEERLESS PARTS AND SERVICE

How to find service for specific engine brands.

WARRANTY PARTS AND SERVICE POLICY

Details on the warranty policy for parts and service.

MTD 145-660A Specifications

General

Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Cylinders	1
Drive	Rear-wheel drive
Blades	2
Engine Type	Single cylinder, 4-stroke
Horsepower	14.5 HP
Engine Displacement	500 cc