MTD 550 - Manual (Page 2)

To The Owner
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Thank You
Thank you for purchasing a Lawn Edger manufactured by
MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent
performance when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and
maintain your machine. Please be sure thatyou,and any other
persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent
product information available at the time of printing. Review
this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,
its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator's
Manual may coverà range of product specifications for various
models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC
reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor
Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing
laboratory. If you have any problems or questions concerning
the machine, phone your local authorized MTD service dealer
or contact us directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone
numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on
this page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction atall
times.
Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the
machine are observed from the operating position
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related
issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications,
warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's
Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your
machine, for more information.
Table of Contents
Safe Operation Practices............................................ 3 Maintenance & Adjustment..................................... 12
Assembly & Set-Up..................................................... 6 Service....................................................................... 14
Features & Controls.................................................... 8 Troubleshooting....................................................... 15
Operation.................................................................... 9 Warranty........................................................... Back Page
Record Product Information
Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please
locate the model plate on the equipmentand record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by standing at the operator's position and looking
down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary,
should you seek technical support via our web site. Customer
Support Department, or with a local authorized service dealer.
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Customer Support
Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
0 Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com
0 Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683
0 Write us at MTD LLC • P.O. Box 361131 - Cleveland, OH-44136-0019