User manual MTD 2060-3

[. . . ] These specifications are very important for subsequent identification when ordering spare parts and for customer service. n n n These and other details for your appliance can be found on the separate CE declaration of conformity that forms an integral part of these operating instructions. Safe operating practices Using the unit correctly This unit is designed ­ to be used in accordance with the descriptions and safety instructions indicated in this operating manual ­ for private use ­ for trimming lawn edges and small inaccessible areas of grass (e. g. under bushes), ­ and as a leaf blower for smaller surfaces (e. g. along fences, walls, and flowerbeds or around trees). It is not permitted to use this unit for any other purposes. [. . . ] When operating the unit, wear eye and ear protection. ;IEV LIEH TVSXIGXMSR Getting to know your appliance 'EYXMSR (EQEKI XS XLI ETTPMERGI 8LMW JMVWX HIWGVMFIW XLI GSRXVSP ERH HMWTPE] JYRGXMSRW (S RSX I\IGYXI ER] SJ XLIWI JYRGXMSRW ]IX Falling objects may cause serious head injuries. Wear head protection when operating the appliance. /IIT F]WXERHIVW E[E] All bystanders, especially children and pets, must be kept at least 15 m from the working area. Do not touch hot muffler cover, gearbox or cylinder. These parts become extremely hot while the unit is being used. They remain hot for a short time even when the unit is switched off. Fig. 1 Engine Tank cap Starter handle Spark plug Choke lever ( Depending on model) 6. Air filter Latch the hook of the shoulder belt into the metal holder (Fig. Adjust the belt to a comfortable length. Using the EZ-LINKTM system Note To facilitate installation and removal of attachments, place the unit on the ground or a workbench. Fig. Spark plug Removing cutter/blower and other attachments n Fig. D-shaped handle Shaft Shaft handle Screw Washer Wingnut Min distance 15. 2 cm Shoulder belt holder Spacing collar Installation manual Installing the D-shaped handle n For your safety the D-shaped handle must be installed before the distance collar. Notes: ­ It is not necessary to use the choke to start a hot engine. Move the switch to the On [I] position and the choke lever to position 2. ­ Move the choke lever to position 3 if the engine floods when attempting to start it. The engine must start after 3 (three) to 8 (eight) attempts. Fill the tank with petrol. n n n n On appliances without a choke lever n Remove the tank cap. 10 m from the filling station/fuel container before starting the engine. On appliances with a choke lever n See instructions on mixing oil and petrol Age and/or incorrectly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Use fresh, 8 n Move the choke lever to position 1 (Fig. Place the unit on the ground, actuate the choke and hold down the lever. Pull the starter cord three times in a controlled, constant movement (Fig 11). n Pull the starter rope in controlled and continuous movement, until the engine starts (Fig. NOTE: During the starting process do not actuate the throttle. After starting the engine, wait 10­15 seconds before you actuate the throttle. Notes If the engine fails to start repeat the procedure. Operating instruction English n Stopp the engine n Starting the engine again. n n Take your hand off the throttle (1) (Fig. Move the ignition switch to the Stop (O) position (Fig. [. . . ] Engine does not run constantly at no load. Engine has no power or stops during cutting. Carburettor incorrectly adjusted. Empty the tank / fill with fresh fuel mixture. Clean or replace air filter Empty the tank / fill with fresh fuel mixture. [. . . ]