MTD 540 Series Push Lawn Mower Owners Manual

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Maintenance & Adjustments
Maintenance
2
.
Lubricate the wheels at least once a season  with light oil (or
motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason,  lubricate
surface of the pivot arm and inner  surface of the wheel
with light oil. See Fig. 6-1.
General Recommendations
Always observe safety  rules when performing any
maintenance.
3
4
.
.
Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot points  on the rear
discharge door and side mulch plug periodically  with light
oil to prevent rust. See Fig. 6-1.
The warranty on this lawn mower does  not cover items that
have been subjected to operator  abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from warranty, operator  must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed here.
Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication
schedule and instruction  for engine lubrication.
Deck Care
Changing of engine-governed  speed will void engine
warranty.
Clean underside of the mower deck after  each use to prevent
build-up of grass clippings  or other debris. Follow steps below
for this job.
All adjustments should be checked  at least once each
season.
Periodically check all fasteners  and make sure these are
tight.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.  Drain gasoline from lawn
mower or place a piece of plastic under  the gas cap.
2
.
Tip mower so that it rests on the housing.  Keep the side
with the air cleaner facing up. Hold mower  firmly.
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect  spark
plug, and ground against engine  before performing
any type of maintenance on your machine.
WARNING: Never tip the mower more than 90º  in
any direction and do not leave the mower tipped  for
any length of time. Oil can drain into the upper  part
of the engine causing a starting  problem.
Lubrication
1
.
Lubricate pivot points on the blade control  at least once a
season with light oil. The blade control  must operate freely
in both directions. See Fig.  6-1.
3.
4.
Scrape and clean the underside  of the deck with a suitable
tool. Do not spray with water.
IMPORTANT:  Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose
to clean your unit. These may cause damage  to bearings,
or the engine. The use of water will result in  shortened life
and reduce serviceability.
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground.  If you
had put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to
remove it now.
Figure 6-1
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