MTD 11A-54M7001 Operator's Manual

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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty L \ Push Mower m Model 54M7 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019 PrintedIn USA FormNo.769-05350A (February1,2010) ...

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ToTheOwner 1 ThankYou Thank you for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by MTD. it was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. it i...

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importantSafeOperationPractices 2 ,A WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual befo...

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12. Amissingordamageddischargecovercancauseblade 27. contactorthrownobjectinjuries. 13. Manyinjuriesoccurasaresultofthemowerbeingpulled overthefootduringafallcausedbyslippingortripping. Donotholdontothemowerifyouarefalling;releasethe handleimmediatel...

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Service SafeHandling Of Gas01ine: I. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourse...

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Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission co...

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Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand...

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co -4 5 Z I Z O 5 Z "o -4 Sight and hold this levelwith a vertical tree... ,_ or a corner of a building... i i __ or a fencepost I I i I ' FOldo, ', ' diine --Lepre_n , tsa15 o I I 15 ° Usethis page as a guide to determine slope...

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Assembly& Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton One Lawn Mower One Grass Catcher One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual One Side Discharge Chute One Bottle of Oil Assembly NOTE:This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up gasoline and...

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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. 1. 2. 3. 4. Place rear of the mower deck on raised blocks. Remove lock nut from pivot arm assembly (on select models,...

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2. Follow the steps below to attach the grass catcher: a. Lift rear discharge door. See Fig. 3-6. Figure 3-6 b. Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. WARNING: Never operate mower unless ...

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Controlsand Features 4 Control Recoil Starter Grass Catcher Blade Control Side Discharge Chute Mulch Plug Figure 4-1 GrassCatcher J The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to ope...

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Operation 5 Starting Engine 2. WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator isstanding near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon m...

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Maintenance& Adjustments Maintenance GeneralRecommendations Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive ful...

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EngineCare NOTE: Refer to the engine operation and maintenance sections in this manual for detailed instructions. Maintain oil level. Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. ...

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Service 7 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you str...

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Troubleshooting Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic 1. 2. 3. 4. Cause Blade control disengaged. 1. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer). 4. Remedy Engage blade co...

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EngineOperation Fuel Cap \ Air Cleaner Grip Oil Drain Spark Plug Pre-0perationCheck Oil Recommendations NOTE:This engine is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and vo...

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Check0il Level NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. See Fig. 9-2. Oil Cap/Dipsticl Upper Limit CheckFuelLevel 1. Clean around fuel fill before removing...

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EngineMaintenance 1 _ ARNING: Shut offthe engine before performing any maintenance. To prevent accidental start-up, disconnect the spark plug boot. IMPORTANT: If engine must be tipped to transport equipment or to inspect or remove grass, keep spark p...

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Oil Service Check oil level regularly. Be sure correct oil level is maintained. Check every five hours or daily before starting engine. See oil checking procedure in the Operation section. OilChange IMPORTANT: Be sure to check engine on a level surfa...

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SparkPlugService _ WARNING: DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. 1. Remove the spark plug boot and...

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FuelFilter Service The fuel filter cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year or every 100 operating hours; more often if run with old gasoline. 1. Remove all fuel from tank by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. 2. Remove c-clam...

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TheEZStartPromise ProvisionsofYourLimitedWarranty In addition to the other terms and conditions of the Limited Warranty applicable to your new mower, MTD LLC ("MTD") hereby warrants that your mower's engine will start on the first or s...

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ReplacementParts 12 1- Component _ Part Number and Description 951-10292 Spark Plug ® 0 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-10300 Fuel Cap Assembly 951-10358 Fuel Filter 734-1987 734-1988 Wheel (Front - 11A-54M7001) Wheel (Front - 11A-54MT031) 734-04082 W...

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FEDERALand/orCALIFORNIAEMISSIONCONTROLWARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTDConsumerGroupInc,the UnitedStatesEnvironmentalProtectionAgency (EPA),and, forthose productscertifiedfor sale in the stateof California,the CaliforniaAir ...

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WARRANTED PARTS: Therepairor replacementof anywarrantedpart otherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemaybe excludedfromsuchwarrantycoverageif MTDConsumerGroup Inc demonstratesthatthe outdoorequipmentenginehasbeenabused,neglected,orimproperlymaintained,an...

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MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect...