Steiner MD460 Owner/Operator's Manual & Illustrated Parts List

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INSTALLATION section 3
ATTACHING MOWER TO TRACTOR:
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Operate latch control to open hitch latches.
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Drive tractor into position aligning the quick hitch.
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Be sure both latches engage fully and and are placed in the locked position.
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Stop engine! Do not attempt to install drive belt with engine running.
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Release idler assembly to facilitate easy installation of the drive belt.
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Put belt over drive pulleys and engage or adjust idler assembly.
(See Power Unit Operator's Manual for PTO belt tension adjustments.)
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Set mower to desired cutting height.
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Start engine and engage PTO slowly to prevent shock load on mower components.
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Mow with front lift lever in “FLOAT” position only.
REAR WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS
The table of requirements for rear weights is based upon average mowing condi-
tions and operator’s weight of 150 lbs. The recommendations may vary with the weight of
the operator, other accessories, and the mowing conditions. It is the operator’s responsi
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bility to determine the correct amount of weight needed to improve stability. All weights
must be removed when the mower is removed. (See Caution in Power Unit Operator’s
manual.)
Power Unit Model 48” Deck 60” Deck 72” deck
220 / 230 0 weights 0 weights 2 weights
410 2 weights 4 weights
This deck is not
recommended.
420/430 2 weights 4 weights 5 weights
425 2 weights 2 weights 4 weights
525 0 weights 0 weights 0 weights

Steiner MD460 Specifications

General

Brand	Steiner
Model	MD460
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English