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21" Hi=Wheel Mower-
Model Series 540
iMPORTANT
READ SAFETY
RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS
CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning:
This unit is equippedwithan internal combustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimproved forest-covered, b rush-
coveredor grass-covered land unlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor statelaws(if any).
If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources Code). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-0019
FORMNO.769-00447F
3/22/2007
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- Page 1 If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.In theState of Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResources Code). Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester for the muffleris availablethroughyour nearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORMNO.769-00447F PRINTEDIN U.S.A 3/22/2007 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019...
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Page 2: Customer Support
Serial Number model plateprovidedto the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operatingposition and lookingdown at the rear of the deck. This information MTD LLC will be necessaryto use the manufacturer'sweb P.O. 361131 site, to obtain assistancefrom the CustomerSup-... - Page 3 Sight and h01dthis levelwith a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... >:. or a fence post ::>., fine (repros erlts a 75o o9 .oo -_ o _ 15°...
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Page 4: General Operation
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of Californiato cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductiveharm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. -
Page 5: Slope Operation
19.Shutthe engine off and waituntil the bladecomesto a 6. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipesand othersources completestop beforeremovingthe grasscatcheror unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 7. Neverfuel machineindoorbecauseflammablevapors will The cutting bladecontinuesto rotatefora few secondsafter accumulatein the area. the engine is shut off. Neverplace any partof the body in 8. - Page 6 1. Removeanypackingmaterialwhich may be between upperand lowerhandles. a. Pull up and backon upperhandleas shownin Figure3-1.Makecertain the lowerhandleis seated securelyintothe handle mountingbrackets.Donot crimpcablewhile lifting the handleup. b. Tightenstar knobsto secureupper handleto lowerhandle.Make surethat eachcarriagebolt is seatedproperlyin the handle. 2. Locatethe hairpinclipon the weldpin on eachsideof lowerhandle.
- Page 7 Followstepsbelowto assemblethe grasscatcher. Yourmoweris shippedas a mulcher.Toconvertto Makecertainbag is turned rightsideout before sidedischarge,makesuregrass catcheris off of the assembling(warninglabelwill be on the outside) unitand reardischargedoor is closed. a. Placebag overframe sothat its black plasticside a. On the sideof the mower,lift the mulchingplug. is at the bottom.
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Page 8: Know Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control M 0Wer Recoil Starter CuttingHeight Adjustment WARNING front and rear) The blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its MulchPlug operations. Side DischargeChute ..=======__ Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Figure4-1:The majorparts on the lawnmower. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the Now thatyou haveset up your lawnmowerfor opera-... -
Page 9: Starting Engine
Starting Engine the operatoris standingnearthe lawn ARNING:Besure no one otherthan mower whilestartingengineor operat- ing mower.Neverrun engineindoorsor in enclosed,poody ventilatedareas. Engineexhaust containscarbonmonoxide, a n odorlessand deadly Operating gas. Keephands,feet, hairand looseclothingaway from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower. Follow the set of instructionspertainingto your unit. Mower Refer to engine manual for help with the engine. - Page 10 " Deck Care Cleanundersideof the mowerdeck after eachuse to preventbuild-upof grass clippingsor otherdebris. Follow stepsbelowfor this job. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wire. Draingasolinefrom lawn moweror placea pieceof plasticunderthegas cap. 2. Tip mowersothat it restson the engine.Keepthe side with the air cleanerfacing up. Holdmowerfirmly. lVloWe r than 90°...
- Page 11 Blade Care bladefor sharpeningor replacement, ARNING:Whenremovingthe cutting protectyourhandswith a pairof heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Periodically inspect t he bladeadapterfor cracks, especiallyif youstrikea foreignobject. Replacewhen necessary.Followthe stepsbelowfor blade service. 1. Disconnectsparkplug wirefrom spark plug.Turn moweron itsside makingsurethat the air filter and the carburetorare facing up.
- Page 12 Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start B!adeControi d isengaged, EngagebladeC0ntr0 Spa[kplug Wiredisconnected. 2 connect wireto spark plugl 3: Fuel tank emptYor staid fuel &Fill tank Withcleanl fresh gasoiine: 4. Enginenot primed(if equippedwith Primeengine as instr,u, cted in operat_ primer)i ingYour Lawn Mower: 5.
- Page 13 Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower...
- Page 14 iVlodel Series 540...
- Page 15 747-1161A BladeControl 734-04215 FrontWheel,8 x 1.8,K2 Bar 749-1092A UpperHandle 734-1988 FrontWheel,7 x 1.8,Bar 746-1130 ControlCable,40" 734-1987 FrontWheel,8 x 1.8,Bar 746-04104 ControlCable,40",Snap-On,Kaw 734-2005A FrontWheel,8 x 2.125,Zag Parts Li 746-1137 ControlCable,53" 734-04086 FrontWheel,7 x 1.8,Pin Bar 726-0240 CableTie 738-0507B ShoulderScrew,.5Dx .434 664-04007A Grass BagAssembly 732-0404 FrontSpringLever 664-04034A Grass BagAssembly-Gray...
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Page 16: Limited Warranty
To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, lasts, sothe aboveexclusions or limitationsmaynot applyto you. or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 44136- In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the 0019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our purchasepriceof the productsold.Alterationof safety features of...