Yard-Man 624 - User Manual

Operator's M
nual
Lawn Tractor
Model 624
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 attester 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
attester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-10444A
ECO No.003236 (10/2000)

Summary

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

GENERAL OPERATION

SLOPE OPERATION

Critical safety procedures and techniques for operating the tractor on inclines.

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

Critical safety information for handling flammable fuel.

FIRST-TIME OPERATOR GUIDANCE

IMPORTANT NOTE TO FIRST-TIME OPERATORS

Essential information and steps for new operators to familiarize themselves with controls.

OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

Safety Interlock Switches

Details on the safety system preventing unintended operation.

Starting the Engine

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

Driving On Slopes

Safety precautions and techniques for mowing on slopes.

Mowing

MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

Leveling the Deck

MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR

Engine

Essential engine maintenance including oil, air cleaner, and spark plug.

SERVICE

Changing the Deck Belt(s)

Changing the Transmission Drive Belt

Cutting Blades

TROUBLESHOOTING

MODEL 624 PARTS LIST

MANUFACTURERS LIMITED WARRANTY

Yard-Man 624 Specifications

General

Starting System	Recoil
Cutting Height	1.5 - 4 in
Deck Material	Steel
Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Discharge	Side discharge
Engine Type	4-Cycle
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.5 gallons