MTD warranty Inch Rotary Lawn Mower Model 54M, MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio, 2006

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

21-inch Rotary Lawn Mower — Model 54M

IMPORTANT

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.

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

FORM NO. 769-02396

3/3/2006

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Contents MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio Inch Rotary Lawn Mower Model 54M2006 Finding and Recording Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Slope Gauge Your Responsibility Safe Operation PracticesSlope Operation Handle Bracket Setup AdjustmentAttach center top of bag from inside of bag AdjustmentsOn the side of the mower, lift the mulching plug, Figure Depress lever towards wheelKnow Your Lawn Mower Operating Your Lawn MowerUsing as a Mulcher Using Your Lawn MowerUsing the Grass Catcher Starting EngineMaintaining Your Lawn Mower Off-Season Storage Blade CareTo hold the blade Blade Adapter Blade Bell Support BoltProblem Cause Remedy Trouble ShootingDo not remove safety or any labels from mower for any reason Safety LabelsDo not choke carburetor to stop engine Cm below lowest portion of neck to allow for fuel expansionInternational Symbols and Meanings Safety Label LocationGrass, brush, etc., can catch fire Operating Your Engine Ambient TemperatureKnow Your Engine Pre-Operation CheckStarting The Engine Check Oil LevelStopping The Engine Fuel RecommendationsMaintaining Your Oil ServiceOil Change Running engine until fuel tank is emptySpark Plug Service Air Cleaner ServiceMaintaining Your Engine Storage Clean EngineRemoving From Storage Page 5455 Parts List Engine 1P65 Fuel Tank Illustrated Parts ListMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage EPA-1 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio 44136-0019 Phone MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for