MTD 840 Series User Manual

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OWNER'S GUIDE
• ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS •
18 H.P.
GARDEN
TRACTORS
Model Series
820 thru 829
840 thru 849
Garden Tractors
IMPORTANT!
(Model 840 Shown with Record the Model No. and Mfg. Code which
Optional Grass Collector) appear on your unit in the space below. You
must have these numbers, along with the date
of purchase, in order to receive warranty or ser¬
vice.
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 MTD Products Inc, P.O. Box 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MEETS ANSI SAFETY STANDARDS
MODEL NO. MFG. CODE
FORM NO. 770-7855H

MTD 840 Series Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	840 Series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Safe Operation Practices

General Operation

Covers safe usage, handling, and general conduct for the tractor.

Slope Operation

Provides instructions and warnings for operating the tractor on inclines.

Children

Details safety precautions related to children around the operating area.

Slope Gauge

Assembly Instructions

Battery Information

Important safety and handling guidelines for the tractor's battery.

Battery Preparation

Activating the Battery

Process for preparing the new battery by adding acid and initial charging.

Charge the Battery

Instructions for properly charging the tractor's battery before initial use.

Battery Installation

Controls

Ignition Switch

Throttle Control

Choke Control

Control Levers and Pedals

Shift Lever

Guide to operating the transmission shift lever for different gear selections.

Parking Brake

Instructions on how to engage and disengage the parking brake.

Speed Control Lever

Explanation of the lever used to regulate the tractor's ground speed.

Clutch-Brake Pedal

Details the dual function of the clutch-brake pedal.

Operation

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

Procedures for checking and filling fuel and oil levels.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the tractor engine.

Stopping the Engine

Instructions on how to properly shut down the tractor engine.

Operating the Tractor

General guidance on driving and controlling the tractor.

Transmission and Adjustments

High-Low Transmission Ranges

Speed Control Adjustment

Maintenance

Trouble Shooting

Battery Care and Maintenance

Check Fluid Level

Charging the Battery

Removing, Installing, and Jump Starting

Removing the Battery

Installing the Battery

Safe procedure for connecting and installing the tractor battery.

Jump Starting

Trouble Shooting Guide