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MTD 690 User Manual

MTD 690
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Operator's Manual
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Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor
Models 690
692
693
695
698
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD LLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00534B.
(11/2003)
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MTD 690 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMTD
Model690
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

General Operation Safety

General safety rules and instructions for operating the equipment.

Slope Operation Safety

Specific safety guidelines and precautions for operating the tractor on slopes.

Towing Safety Procedures

Guidelines for safely towing equipment with the tractor.

Service Safety Precautions

General safety and maintenance procedures for servicing the tractor.

SLOPE GAUGE

TRACTOR SET-UP

Initial Assembly and Connections

Tools, battery cable, and steering wheel attachment instructions.

Seat and Fluid Installation

Attaching the seat and filling with gas and oil.

Pre-Operation Checks

Removing shipping brace, identifying mulch plug, and checking tire pressure.

KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

Ignition Switch Operation

Location and operation of the ignition switch for starting and stopping the engine.

Control Lever Functions

Explains choke, throttle, brake, parking brake, speed control, and PTO levers.

OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTOR

Safety Interlock and Engine Start/Stop

Safety system functions and procedures for starting and stopping the engine.

Driving and Mowing Operations

Instructions for driving, engaging blades, and general mowing tips.

Mulching and Manual Movement

Procedures for mulching and manually moving the tractor.

MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

Seat and Deck Adjustments

Adjusting seat position and leveling the cutting deck.

Control System Adjustments

Adjusting deck engagement, parking brake, and steering systems.

Alignment and Neutral Settings

Adjusting tie rods and ensuring neutral speed control return.

MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

Engine and Fluid Maintenance

Servicing engine components like oil, air filter, fuel filter, and spark plugs.

Lubrication, Cleaning, and Battery Care

Lubricating parts, cleaning unit, and battery maintenance procedures.

Component Service and Replacement

Jump-starting, deck removal, tire checks, and belt replacement procedures.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Off-Season Storage Procedures

Guidelines for preparing and storing the tractor during the off-season.

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR

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