User manual MTD TB425CS

[. . . ] Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. [. . . ] Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter. dECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees , posts , fences and more. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30° angle to the ground (Fig. 18 Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch (25. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if any excess line is released. For best results, tap the bump knob on bare ground or hard soil. If you attempt a line release in tall grass, the engine may stall. Always keep the trimming line fully extended. Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter. 19 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs with the unit running. Disconnect the spark plug wire to ensure that the unit cannot start. FREQUENCY Before starting engine Every 10 hours First change at 10 hours Every 25 hours thereafter Every 25 hours 10 hours on new engine Every 25 hours Every 25 hours MAINTENANCE REQUIRED Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel Check oil Clean and re-oil air filter Change oil Change oil Clean spark arrestor Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check spark plug condition and gap REFER TO Page 9 Page 16 Page 17 Page 16 Page 16 Page 20 Page 18 Page 18 Page 20 LINE INSTALLATION FOR THE SPEEDSPOOL® WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, chain, or rope, etc. These can break off and become dangerous projectiles. Lines other than those specified may make the engine overheat or fail. There are two methods to replace the SpeedSpool® trimming line: • Wind the inner reel with new line • Install a pre-wound inner reel WARNING: Always use the correct line length when installing trimming line on the unit. The line may not release properly if the line is too long. Top View Of The SpeedSpool® Arrows Outer Spool Winding the Inner Reel With New Line NOTE: It Is unnecessary to remove the bump knob to install a new trimming line. [. . . ] This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Troy-Bilt LLC for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any Troy-Bilt product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose. hOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available , WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. [. . . ]