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Adjusting the Deck Anti-Scalp Wheels
NOTICE: The bottom of the deck anti-scalp wheels should
be positioned approximately 1/8 in. - 1/2 in. off the ground
when the mower is at the desired cutting height. This will
minimize the chance of scalping the lawn in most
situations.
NOTICE: The left and right wheels should be set at the
same positions.
To adjust the wheels:
1. Park the mower on a level surface and engage the
parking brake.
2. Stop the engine and remove the key. Allow blades to
come to a complete stop.
3. Set the deck to the desired height setting.
4. Remove the bolt and nut holding the wheel in place.
5. Move the wheel to a position that's approximately
1/8 in. - 1/2 in. off the ground.
6. Replace the bolt and nut; tighten securely. Torque nut to
4-6 ft. lbs.
7. Repeat steps 4-5 for the other side.
Mowing
DANGER: This machine
is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing
objects. Failure to obey the safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
• Only operate the machine in daylight hours or good
artificial light.
• Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
hazards. Uneven terrain can overturn the machine or
cause the operator to lose their balance or footing.
• Do not direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction as
material may ricochet back toward the operator.
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• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not leave a running machine unattended. Always
park on level ground, disengage the attachment, set the
parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key.
The PTO lever is located on the mower's right fender.
Engaging the PTO lever transfers power to the cutting
blades.
To engage the blades:
• Move the lever all the way forward.
To disengage the blades:
• Move the lever all the way backward. (Fig. 23)
WARNING: The engine will STOP when reverse travel
is attempted with the PTO lever ENGAGED and MIR button
NOT depressed while reversing. See Mow In Reverse
(MIR) Option section.
NOTICE: The PTO lever must be DISENGAGED when
starting the engine.
Fig. 23
MT200 LAWN TRACTOR
Mow In Reverse (MIR) Option
DANGER: Mowing in
reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. Tragic accidents
can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of
children. Children are often attracted to the machine and
the mowing activity. Never assume that children will
remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the operating area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Do not carry passengers, especially children, even with
the blade(s) shut off. Children can fall off and be
seriously injured or interfere with safe machine
operation. Children who have been given rides in the
past can suddenly appear in the mowing area for
another ride and be run over or backed over by the
machine.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while
backing.
• If the machine mows in reverse without engaging the
MIR Option, see an authorized service center
immediately.
Once The Blades Are Engaged:
1. Depress and hold brake/clutch pedal to stop forward
travel.
2. Press and hold M-I-R button. (Fig. 24)
3. Shift gear into reverse.
4. Release M-I-R button.
5. Slowly release brake/clutch pedal.
NOTICE: Remove the key to restrict access to the MIR
Option.
MT200 LAWN TRACTOR
Fig. 24
Mowing Tips
• Mowing should always be done with the throttle in the
FAST position for optimal cutting results.
• Keep the blades sharp. Jagged cuts increase the likelihood
of the tip of the grass blade browning or developing a
disease.
• After completing a pass in your lawn, overlap the previous
pass by approximately 2 – 3".
• Change the direction you mow each time you mow to
prevent ruts form developing in your lawn.
• Set the mower cut height at the recommended setting for
the type of grass in your lawn. Cutting your lawn too
short will prevent it from deepening its root system as the
grass will use its energy to regrow the grass blades, rather
than the root system. A deep root system will allow the
grass to find nutrients and water in the soil, especially in
periods of drought.
• Raise the mower cut height during the summer or periods
of drought.
• Do not cut during the hottest part of the day. Doing so
stresses the grass.
• Follow the "1/3 Rule". Take off no more than 1/3 of the
grass blade length at a time.
• When cutting long, thick grass, it may be necessary to
shift into a lower gear. It may also be necessary to go
back over the cut area a second time.
• Do not cut wet grass. The grass will be less likely to clump
together and more likely to be standing upright, which
will result in a clean, even cut.
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