MTD 540 series Operator's Manual page 10

3. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle.
See Fig. 3-3. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope
guide.
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a. Hold blade control against upper handle.
b. Pull starter rope out of the engine. Release blade control.
c. Slip starter rope into rope guide.
d. Tighten wing nut.
4. Insert post on cable tie into hole provided on the lower handle.
Pull cable tie tight and trim excess.
Rear Wheels
Install rear wheels as follows in Fig. 3-4 (wheels maybe already
installed at factory, if so disregard this step):
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1. Place rear of the mower deck on raised blocks.
2. Remove lock nut from pivot arm assembly (on select
models, these may be included separately in a plastic bag).
3. Slide wheel, with hollow side in, onto pivot arm and secure
with lock nut.
4. Assemble the other side in the same manner.
Grass Catcher
1. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher. Make certain
bag is turned right side out before assembling (warning
label will be on the outside).
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.
See Fig. 3-5. All the plastic channels except center
top of bag attach from outside of bag.
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Figure 3-5
c. Attach center top of bag from inside of bag.
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