MTD P805K User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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vsteeleAug 12, 2025
Why MTD Lawn Mower engine fails to start?
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  Amy NavarroAug 12, 2025
  Your MTD Lawn Mower engine might fail to start due to several reasons: the PTO (Blade Engage) knob may be engaged (place it in the disengaged/OFF position); the parking brake may not be engaged (engage it); the spark plug wire(s) may be disconnected (connect them); the choke control might not be in the correct starting position or the choke may not be activated (pull the Choke Control into CHOKE position); the fuel tank may be empty or contain stale fuel (fill it with clean, fresh gas); the fuel line may be blocked (clean it or replace the fuel filter); the spark plug may be faulty (clean, adjust the gap, or replace it); or the engine may be flooded (crank it with the throttle in the FAST position).
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lsmithAug 15, 2025
How to fix uneven cut with MTD Lawn Mower?
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  martinjessicaAug 16, 2025
  An uneven cut with your MTD Lawn Mower can be caused by the deck not being balanced properly (perform a side-to-side deck adjustment), a dull blade (sharpen or replace the blade), or uneven tire pressure (check the tire pressure in all four tires).
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Alexandria QuinnAug 19, 2025
What to do if MTD Lawn Mower engine runs erratic?
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  dallenAug 19, 2025
  If your MTD Lawn Mower engine runs erratically, it could be due to several reasons: the unit might be running with the CHOKE activated (push the Choke Control out of CHOKE position); spark plug wire(s) might be loose (connect and tighten them); the fuel line might be blocked or the fuel stale (clean the fuel line and fill the tank with fresh gasoline); the vent in the gas cap might be plugged (clear the vent or replace the cap if damaged); there might be water or dirt in the fuel system (drain the tank and refill with fresh gasoline); or the air cleaner might be dirty (replace the air cleaner paper element or clean the foam precleaner).
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victoriacollinsAug 25, 2025
Why does MTD Lawn Mower engine overheat?
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  Jeremy NguyenAug 25, 2025
  Your MTD Lawn Mower engine may overheat if the engine oil level is low (fill the crankcase with the proper capacity and weight of oil) or if the air flow is restricted (clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine’s cooling fins and blower housing).
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Shawn ScottAug 27, 2025
What to do if MTD P805K will not mulch grass?
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  Miranda RiceAug 27, 2025
  If your MTD Lawn Mower won't mulch grass, it could be due to the engine speed being too low (place the throttle in the FAST position), the grass being wet (do not mow when grass is wet), the grass being excessively high (mow once at a high cutting height, then again at the desired height, or make a narrower cutting swath), or the blade being dull (sharpen or replace the blade).
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Michael MurrayAug 31, 2025
Why MTD Lawn Mower idles poorly?
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  david15Aug 31, 2025
  Poor idling in your MTD Lawn Mower may be caused by a spark plug that is fouled, faulty, or has a gap that is too wide (replace the spark plug). Another cause could be a dirty air cleaner (replace the air cleaner element or clean the pre-cleaner).
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Kimberly VazquezSep 3, 2025
Why MTD P805K has excessive vibration?
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  mcdonaldstevenSep 3, 2025
  Excessive vibration in your MTD Lawn Mower can occur if the cutting blade is loose or unbalanced (tighten the blade and spindle) or if the cutting blade is damaged or bent (balance or replace the blade).
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Johnny GraySep 7, 2025
What causes MTD P805K engine to hesitate at high RPM?
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  William ChenSep 8, 2025
  If your MTD Lawn Mower engine hesitates at high RPM, it might be because the spark plug gap is too close. Remove the spark plug and reset the gap to fix this.

MTD P805K Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	P805K
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

General Operation

Covers safe operating procedures, controls, and personal precautions.

Slope Operation

Provides guidelines and warnings for operating the tractor on slopes.

Children

Addresses safety concerns and precautions related to children near the tractor.

Towing

Details safety rules and procedures for towing equipment with the tractor.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Explains precautions for safely handling gasoline to prevent fires and injuries.

General Service

Outlines general maintenance and safety checks for the tractor's service.

Safety Labels

Slope Gauge

Tractor Set-Up

Gas and Oil Fill-up

Instructions for filling the fuel tank and checking engine oil.

Tire Pressure

Information on checking and maintaining correct tire pressure.

Shipping Brace Removal

Steps to remove shipping braces before operating the tractor.

Attaching the Battery Cables

Guide on how to properly connect the tractor's battery cables.

Setting the Gauge Wheels and Roller

Instructions for adjusting deck gauge wheels and rollers for proper height.

Seat Adjustment

How to adjust the tractor seat for operator comfort and positioning.

Know Your Garden Tractor

Throttle Control

Explains the function and operation of the throttle control lever.

Ignition Switch Module

Details the ignition switch functions for starting, stopping, and modes.

Brake Pedal

Describes the operation and use of the brake pedal.

Shift Lever

Explains the operation of the transmission shift lever.

Deck Lift Lever

How to operate the lever to adjust the cutting deck height.

Drive Pedal

Information on operating the tractor's drive pedal for speed control.

Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter

Explains the dashboard indicators for battery, oil, and PTO status.

Electric PTO / Blade Engage Knob

How to engage and disengage the cutting deck or attachments.

Cruise Control Lever

Instructions for setting and using the cruise control feature.

Parking Brake Lever

Details on engaging and disengaging the parking brake.

Operating Your Garden Tractor

Safety Interlock System

Explains the safety features preventing operation under unsafe conditions.

Reverse Caution Mode

Information on operating the tractor in reverse with the PTO engaged.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the tractor's engine.

Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely shutting down the tractor's engine.

Driving The Tractor

Instructions for operating the tractor in forward and reverse.

Driving On Slopes

Safety precautions and techniques for driving on inclines.

Setting The Cruise Control

Details how to set and disengage the cruise control system.

Engaging the Parking Brake

Steps to engage and disengage the parking brake mechanism.

Engaging the PTO (Blades)

How to engage the power take-off for the cutting deck.

Mowing

Guidelines for proper mowing techniques and deck usage.

Making Adjustments

Leveling the Deck

Instructions for adjusting deck height for even cutting, front-to-rear and side-to-side.

Seat Adjustment

How to adjust the tractor seat for operator comfort and positioning.

Parking Brake Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting the parking brake if it's not holding properly.

Steering Adjustment

Guide to adjusting steering links for proper alignment and turning.

Maintaining Your Garden Tractor

Engine

Maintenance instructions for the engine, including oil checks and changes.

Air Cleaner

How to service and clean the air cleaner element.

Spark Plugs

Guidance on cleaning, gapping, and replacing spark plugs.

Fuel Filter

Information on inspecting and replacing the fuel filter.

Cleaning the Engine And Deck

Procedures for cleaning the tractor's engine and cutting deck.

Deck Wash System

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

Lubrication

Details lubrication points for the tractor's drive system, spindles, and wheels.

Service

Tires

Information regarding tire maintenance, pressure, and inflation.

Fuse

Location and function of the tractor's electrical system fuse.

Cutting Blades

How to inspect, sharpen, and replace the cutting blades.

Battery

Maintenance and care instructions for the tractor's battery.

Jump Starting

Procedures for safely jump-starting the tractor's battery.

Charging

Guidelines for charging the tractor's battery.

Cutting Deck Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the cutting deck assembly.

Changing the Deck Belt

How to replace the drive belt for the cutting deck.

Off-Season Storage

Engine

Procedures for preparing the engine for long-term storage.

Maintenance Chart

Attachments & Accessories

Troubleshooting

Model P805K Parts List

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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

MTD P805K Specifications

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

General Operation

Slope Operation

Children

Towing

Safe Handling of Gasoline

General Service

Safety Labels

Slope Gauge

Tractor Set-Up

Gas and Oil Fill-up

Tire Pressure

Shipping Brace Removal

Attaching the Battery Cables

Setting the Gauge Wheels and Roller

Seat Adjustment

Know Your Garden Tractor

Throttle Control

Ignition Switch Module

Brake Pedal

Shift Lever

Deck Lift Lever

Drive Pedal

Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter

Electric PTO / Blade Engage Knob

Cruise Control Lever

Parking Brake Lever

Operating Your Garden Tractor

Safety Interlock System

Reverse Caution Mode

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Driving The Tractor

Driving On Slopes

Setting The Cruise Control

Engaging the Parking Brake

Engaging the PTO (Blades)

Mowing

Making Adjustments

Leveling the Deck

Seat Adjustment

Parking Brake Adjustment

Steering Adjustment

Maintaining Your Garden Tractor

Engine

Air Cleaner

Spark Plugs

Fuel Filter

Cleaning the Engine And Deck

Deck Wash System

Lubrication

Service

Tires

Fuse

Cutting Blades

Battery

Jump Starting

Charging

Cutting Deck Removal

Changing the Deck Belt

Off-Season Storage

Engine

Maintenance Chart

Attachments & Accessories

Troubleshooting

Model P805K Parts List

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