User manual MTD YM155

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual 12 Volt Battery Trimmer Model YM155 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY P/N 769-01511 (1/05) INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-tounderstand operating instructions. [. . . ] NOTE: The charging indicator light will remain lit when the unit is properly installed in the charging station. Below 40˚ F (4 ˚C) – Battery will not reach full charge. NOTE: The unit run time will be reduced when the battery is not fully charged. To prevent serious personal injury, ensure the lock-off button resets each time the trigger is released. overload Protection Switch WARNING: Fig. 7 HOLDING THE UNIT Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position and check that: • The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. € The operator’s right arm is slightly bent, the right hand holding the housing grip. € With a straight left arm, the left hand holding the D-handle. € The trimmer bump head is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the material to be cut without the operator having to bend over (Fig. STOPPING THE UNIT Release the trigger to stop the trimmer. OVERLOAD PROTECTION SWITCH This unit is equipped with an overload protection switch to prevent overheating damage to the motor. Release the trigger and allow the unit to cool for a minute. If the switch pops again shortly after the first time: 1. Allow the unit to cool for 15 to 30 minutes. After the unit has cooled, press the overload switch to reset. Resume operation If the switch does not stay in or continues to pop out during operation, take the unit to an authorized service dealer for repair. 8 To prevent serious injury, do not carry the unit with your finger on the trigger. WARNING: 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE TRIMMER Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS • Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground. [. . . ] Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by MTD 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 MTD 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. To locate the dealer in your area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or contact the Customer Service Department of MTD LLC by calling 1-800-345-8746 or writing to P. [. . . ]