User manual MTD 936 PARTS MANUAL

[. . . ] Read the entire manual and follow all of the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. TABLE of CONTENTS Rules for Safe Operation . . 8 Remove the Old Cutting Attachment Shield . . 8 Install the New Cutting Shield Mount . . 9 Remove the Cutting Blade/Install Attachment . 10 Remove and Install the Cutting Shield . [. . . ] • Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts an object that it does not immediately cut. Blade thrust can be violent enough to cause the unit and/or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly lose control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls or binds. This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut. AFTER USE • Clean cutting blades with a household cleaner to remove any gum buildup. Oil the blade with machine oil to prevent rust. • Lock up and store the cutting blade in an appropriate area to protect the blade from unauthorized use or damage. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating, maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Failure to follow operating instructions and safety precautions in operator's manual can result in serious injury. Read operator's manual before operating WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION WARNING: The operation of any power tool can be the source of thrown objects and loud noise which can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Always wear safety glasses or eye protection and ear protection when operating this unit. Place the J-handle between the top and middle clamp pieces. See Figure 3. J-Handle (4) Screws Middle Clamp Bottom Clamp Nuts FIGURE 3 D-Handle Bottom Clamp (4) Nuts FIGURE 1 4. While holding the three pieces together, install the four (4) screws through the top clamp and into middle clamp. NOTE: The holes in the top and middle clamp will line up only when assembled correctly. Place the clamps and J-handle over the shaft housing and onto the bottom clamp. Hold each hex nut in the bottom clamp recess with a finger. Start screws with a large Phillips screwdriver. Do not tighten until you make the handle adjustment. 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Adjustment 7. Loosen the screws so that the J-handle easily moves in the clamp assembly. Slide the J-handle in or out until the arrow/white line on the decal touches the clamp assembly. See Figure 4. Decal INSTALL THE HARNESS WARNING: To avoid personal injury, always use the shoulder harness when using the cutting blade. [. . . ] Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following: • The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing • With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator’s hand is holding the shaft grip • The operator’s left arm is straight, and the hand is holding the D-Handle • The unit is at waist level • The cutting head is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the vegetation without the need to bend over FIGURE 23 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE CUTTING BLADE WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot, body protection and the harness to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. WARNING: Do not use the cutting blade for edging or as an edger; severe personal injury to yourself or others can occur. Before operating the unit with the cutting blade, stand in the operating position See Figure 23. [. . . ]