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MTD 20 User Manual

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SECTION 3: SET-UP
NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models of mowers. Follow instructions pertaining to your unit only.
It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this manual in
a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, service engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
NOTE: Reference to right, left, front or back of the lawn mower is from the operating position only, unless otherwise
stated.
Tools Required for Assembly
(2) 1/2" Wrenches (1) 9/16" Wrench
(1) 7/16" Wrench (1) 3/4" Wrench
NOTE: Locknuts cannot be threaded onto a bolt by hand, a wrench is required for assembly. This type of nut is used
where vibrations occur.
Remove the lawn mower and all parts from the carton. Make certain all parts and literature have been removed from
the carton before the carton is discarded.
Refer to “Contents of Hardware Pack”, Figure 1, for hardware identification.
Contents of Hardware Pack
Figure 1
A
ATTACHING THE LOWER HANDLE
Rope Guide
(710-1205)
Hex Locknut
1/4-20
(712-0324)
F
SECURING THE CABLE
E
INSTALLATION OF WHEELS
Cupped Washer .375 ID x
.87 OD x .063 (736-0105)
Axle Bolts
(738-0533)
Cupped Washer .39 ID
x 1.13 OD (736-0331)
Hex Nut
3/8-16
(712-3017)
B
Carriage Bolt
(710-0262)
ATTACHING THE UPPER HANDLE
Hex Flange
Locknut
5/16-18
(712-3004A)
Hex Bolt
5/16-18 x .75
(710-3008)
D
ATTACHING THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR
Carriage Bolt
1/4-20 x 1.0
(710-0932)
Flat Washer
(736-0173)
Hex Locknut
1/4-20
(712-0324)
C
ATTACHING THE STARTER ROPE
Shoulder Scr.
.438 x .160: 5/16-18
(738-04033)
Cable Tie
(726-0240)
Hex Nut
5/16-18
(712-3010)
Lockwasher
5/16” ID
(736-0119)

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MTD 20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Cutting Width20 inches
Power SourceGasoline
Engine Power140 cc
Deck MaterialSteel
Weight60 lbs
Fuel Tank Capacity0.5 gallons

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