MTD 500 Series Owner's Manual

OWNER'S GUIDE
22" HI-WHEEL
ROTARY MOWERS
Model Series
500 thru 508
IMPORTANT!
Record the exact Model No. and Serial No.
which appear on the rear of your unit (on the
deck) in the space below. You must have these
numbers, along with the date of purchase, in
order to receive warranty or service.
Model 508N Shown
Important:
Read Safety Rules
and Instructions Carefully
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AMERICA
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 368022, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
FORM NO. 770-8973M