MTD 11A-549Q755 Specifications

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • WarrantyOPER roR'sLPush Mower m Model Series 540MTD LLC

2_Follow the steps below to attach the grass catcher:a. Lift rear discharge door. See Fig. 3-6.Figure 3-6Jb. Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let

ControlsandFeatures4Recoil StarterGrassCatcherSide DischargeChutePlugCutting HeightAdjustment LeversJFigure 44Blade ControlGrassCatcherThe blade contr

Operation5Starting EngineWARNING: Be sure no one other than the operatoris standing near the lawn mower while startingengine or operating mower. Never

UsingYourLawnMowerBe sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objectswhich could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects couldbe acciden

Maintenance& Adjustments6MaintenanceGeneralRecommendationsAlways observe safety rules when performing anymaintenance.The warranty on this lawn mow

EngineCareA list of key engine maintenance jobs required for goodperformance by the mower is given below. Follow theaccompanying engine manual for a d

Service7Blade CareWARNING: When removing the cutting blade forsharpening or replacement, protect your hands witha pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy

TroubleshootingProblemEngine Fails to startEngine runs erratic].2.3.4.CauseBlade control disengaged. 1.Spark plug boot disconnected. 2.Fuel tank empty

ModelSeries5404438473724PinBar28WheelTreadsK2Bar Bar Zag.32)241819

ModelSeries540Ref I Part NumberNO,I1. 747-1161A2. 749-I092A3. 746-0957746-1130746-041044. 726-02405. 664-040276. 747-04080A7. 720-02798. 731-056429. 7

ToTheOwner1ThankYouThank you for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured byMTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellentperformance when prop

MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FORThe limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC withrespect to new merchandise purchased and used in

importantSafeOperationPractices2,AWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,could endanger the personal saf

12. Amissingordamageddischargecovercancauseblade 27.contactorthrownobjectinjuries.13. Manyinjuriesoccurasaresultofthemowerbeingpulledoverthefootduring

ServiceSafeHandling Of Gas01ine:I. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extremecare in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammablean

SparkArrestor_ ARNING: This machine is equipped with aninternal combustion engine and should not be usedon or near any unimproved forest-covered, brus

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Assembly& Set-Up3Contents of CartonOne Lawn MowerOne GrassCatcherOne Side Discharge ChuteOne Lawn Mower Operator's ManualOne Engine Operator&

3.The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upperhandle. See Fig. 3-3. Loosen the wing nut which secures therope guide.1.2.3.4.Place rear of