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MTD V550 Series Operator's Manual

21” self-propelled mulching mower
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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
21" Self-Propelled Mulching Mower — Model Series V550
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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 arrester 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 arrester
for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTED IN U.S.A
MTD PRODUCTS LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
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www.mymowerparts.com
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FORM NO. 769-02830
11/2/2006

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  • Page 1 P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORM NO. 769-02830 PRINTED IN U.S.A MTD PRODUCTS LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 11/2/2006 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Off-Season Storage and Safety Labels ..13 Operating Your Lawn Mower ......8 Parts List ............14 MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs, and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,...

  • Page 3: Slope Gauge

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately...

  • Page 4: Safe Operation Practices

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual.

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a 6. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- of ignition.

  • Page 6: Setup And Adjustment

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3-1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets.
  • Page 7 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 6. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher: a. Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is at the bottom. b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame.

  • Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Know Your Lawn Mower Drive Control Blade Control Operating Your Lawn Recoil Mower Starter WARNING Cutting Height The blade control Adjustment Levers mechanism is a safety device. Never Figure 4-1 attempt to bypass its Cutting Height Adjustment Levers...

  • Page 9: Starting Engine

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operat- ing mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas.

  • Page 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Lubrication 1. Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions. See Figure 5-1. 2.

  • Page 11: Blade Care

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. 1.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Problem Remedy Cause 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. Engine fails to start 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3.

  • Page 13: Off-Season Storage And Safety Labels

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Off-Season Storage 4. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. 5. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next 1.
  • Page 14 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model Series V550 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 15: Parts List

    For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Ref. Part No. Description Ref. Part No. Description 731-2626 Bail Cover 782-7551A Wheel Cover 747-1161A Blade Control 717-1762 Spur Gear 14T RH 746-0957 Control Cable 37.25-inch 717-1761 Spur Gear 14T LH Parts List 726-0240 Cable Tie...
  • Page 16 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except possessions and territories.

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