Yard-Man 549 manual Operator’s Manual, MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio

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Operator’s Manual

21” Mulching Mower

Model 549

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.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Form No.769-00964A

 

(4/5/2004)

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Contents MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio Operator’s ManualTable of Contents General Operation Important Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation ServiceChildren Do NotYour Responsibility General ServiceSlope Gauge Setting Up Your Lawn Mower Before AssemblyAssembling Your Lawn Mower Removing Unit From CartonAttaching Starter Rope Attaching Rear WheelsAssembling Grass Catcher Attaching Hard Top Cover If EquippedKnow Your Lawn Mower Using Mulch PlugAttaching Grass Catcher & Chute Attaching Side-Discharge ChuteOperating Your Lawn Mower Cutting Height Adjustment Handle Height AdjustmentMulching Bagging Grass ClippingsServicing the Mower Maintaining Your Lawn MowerInstalling the Blade TroubleshootingReplacing Rear Flap Storing Your Lawn MowerParts List for Model Model MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio 44136-0019 Phone MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for