User manual MTD CC25GHT

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual 2-CYCLE STOP GAS HEDGE TRIMMER Model CC25GHT For problems or questions, DO NOT return this product to the store. Contact your Customer Service Agent. For Consumer Assistance Please Call U. S. A. Imported by: CUB CADET LLC P. O. Box 361131 Cleveland, OH44136-0019 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Made in Taiwan U. S. A. 1-877-835-7841 P/N 9096-MD2005 PRINTED IN TAIWAN • • • • • SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement Rules for Safe Operation Oil and Fuel Information Starting / Stopping Instrustion Trimming Instructions Maintenance and Repair Instructions Page 2 Pages 3-7 Page 8 Pages 9-10 Page 11 Pages 12-15 Troubleshooting Specifications Parts List California/EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. [. . . ] Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate. Fig. 5 NOTE: Dispose of the old fuel/oil mix in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations. Fig. 7 8 9 STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS WARM ENGINE START 1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position. Place choke in PARTIAL CHOKE “ ” position (Figure 8). Grasp throttle handle firmly, depress safety trigger, and squeeze throttle trigger to FULL position. Pull starter rope briskly until engine starts, but no more than 6 times. Keep throttle at FULL position until engine runs smoothly. Move choke lever to “ ” position. If engine does not start, place choke lever in RUN “ ” position and pull starter rope 5 more times. If engine still does not start it is probably flooded. Wait 5 minutes and repeat procedure with choke lever in RUN “ ” position and throttle full open. When it is necessary to stop engine immediately, DEPRESS the OFF “STOP ” switch until the engine stops completely (Figure 10). For normal stopping, release trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed. Then DEPRESS the OFF “STOP ” switch until the engine stops completely. (Figure 10) TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in this manual. STOPPING THE ENGINE WARNING / CAUTION • • IF UNFAMILIAR WITH TRIMMING techniques, practice the procedures with ENGINE in “OFF” position. ALWAYS CLEAR WORK area of debris such as cans, bottles, rocks, etc. Striking objects can cause serious injury to operator or bystanders and also damage equipment. If an object is accidentally hit, immediately TURN ENGINE OFF and examine equipment. Never operate unit with damaged or defective equipment. ALWAYS TRIM OR CUT AT HIGH ENGINE SPEEDS. Do not run engine slowly at start or during trimming operations. [. . . ] Cub Cadet LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. 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 Cub Cadet 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 Cub Cadet product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose. [. . . ]