MTD 10710-0 - Manual (Page 6)

IMPORTANT
Your mower has been designed with a stand-up han­
dle (See instructions on Pg. 7). Make sure the mower
handle is in the stand-up position before attempting
the following adujstments.
TO ADJUST CHAIN DRIVE
1. Loosen 4 engine mounting bolts and pull engine
back.
2. Loosen 4 jackshaft mounting bolts and pull jack­
shaft assembly back to tighten chain. Allow Vs
inch of slack in the chain, tighten mounting bolts
and nuts securely.
3. Pull engine forward until the belt is tight then
tighten the 4 engine mounting bolts securely.
TO ADJUST RELT DRIVE
1. Check chain — if necessary adjust as described
above (To Adjust Chain Drive).
2. If the chain does not need adjusting — loosen the
4 engine mounting bolts and with the handle in
the stand-up position pull the engine forward until
the belt is tight, then retjghten the 4 engine mount­
ing bolts securely.
3. Lower handle to neutral position. Disconnect spark­
plug wire and fasten to the engine approx. 1-1/2
inches from the sparkplug. With a slow smooth
motion pull the starter rope a few times — watching
closely to see if the belt moves with the engine pul­
ley. If the belt does move then a slight adjustment
of one or two turns (counterclockwise) of the ad­
justment screw at the back of the jackshaft assem­
bly must be made. CAUTION: Remember the han­
dle must be in the stand-up position before making
the adjustment.
4. Repeat Step 3 if necessary until a good disengage­
ment of the belt (neutral position) is obtained, then
while holding the adjustment screw — tighten the
adjustment screw locknut.
LUBRICATION
1. Change engine oil (crankcase) after first 5 hours of
operating. See engine operating instructions.
2. Check air cleaner frequently.
3. Reel bearings require no attention until mower is
serviced.
4. Check jockshaft oiler cup frequently, oil at begin­
ning or mowing season and as needed. Oil roller
shaft once or twice a year or as needed.
5. Lightly lubricate with engine oil, points indicated
on roller and between end plates and wheel dust
covers. Periodic lubrication at these points, will
insure smooth mechanical operation.(Fig. 8)
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POSITION
NEUTRAL
POSITION