Yard-Man 11A-108Q401 manual

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 20” Mulching Push Mower Model 11A-108Q401 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-cover[...]

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3-5 Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................... 6 Unpacking ...................................................................................[...]

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in [...]

4 • The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade. The blade control handle must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released. • Never[...]

5 • To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing. • Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark [...]

6 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate the lawn mower safely. 15 ° S I G H T A ND H O L D T H I S L EVE L W I T H A VE R T I C A L T R EE A P O W E R P O L E A C O RN E R O F A B U I L D I N G O R A F E NC E P O S T F O L D O N D O T T E D L I N E , R E P R E S E N T I N G A 1 5 ° S L O P E[...]

7 SECTION 3: UNPACKING Removing Unit From Carton • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operators manual, bottle of oil, etc.). • Cut corners and lay carton down flat. • Remove packing material. • Roll or slide unit out [...]

8 • The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide. For location of the wing nut, see Figure 4. Figure 4 • With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. Release the blade [...]

9 SECTION 6: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on the cutting deck. See safety labels on page 5. The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. NOTE: For best results raise the cutting pos[...]

10 SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to lawn mower without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. Cutting Height Adjustment Figure 8 There is an adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel position to adjust the cutting height. Each adjusting plate has nine height positions. Height of [...]

11 Lubrication Chart: Figure 10 SECTION 9: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or maintenance. NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep engine spark plug side up. Cutting Blade WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, [...]

12 • Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil (or engine oil). Lubricating the bolt holes, bolts and inner surface of the nuts is also recommended. To Reinstall Blade • Be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked [...]

13 SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Refer to separate engine manual packed with your mower for more engine related information. NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service dealer. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug w[...]

14 SECTION 12: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 108Q Ref. No. Part No. Description 1 747-0824 Control Handle Ass’y. 2 710-0605 Oval C-Sunk Screw 3 746-0876 Throttle Lever 4 736-0501 Curved Spring Washer 5 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 6 746-0875 Throttle Housing w/ERS 7 720-0295 Foam Grip 8 749-0705 Upper Handle 9 710-1205 Rope Guide 10 720-0314 Hand Knob 11 710-117[...]

15 Model 108Q Ref. No. Part No. Description 1 17098 Hinge Clip 2 731-0872A Rear Flap 3 682-3025 Handle Bracket Ass’y LH 4 682-3024 Handle Bracket Ass’y RH 5 736-0356 Bell Washer .39” ID x 1.38” 6 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 Thd. 7 731-1426 Hub Cap: Yellow 8 682-0139 Deck Assembly 9 753-0588 Blade Adapter Kit 10 736-0524A Blade Bell Support 11 7[...]

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan- dise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- sions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date [...]