User manual MTD 4000-0

[. . . ] This information is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer. €¢ You can locate the model number on the unit. a sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. [. . . ] €¢ Adjust the D-handle to your size to provide the best grip. OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS • Disconnect the unit from the power supply when it is idle, when you are storing or transporting it, when you are servicing it, and when you are changing attachments. €¢ Store the unit in a dry area, locked up to prevent unauthorized use or damage, and stored in a high place out of the reach of children. €¢ Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions. 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 and maintenance and repair information. sYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger , warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. While holding the unit in the operating position, arrange or rotate the D-handle to the location that provides you the best grip (Fig. Tighten the wing nut until the D-handle is secure. Push the cutting attachment shield down to the top of the cutting attachment assembly. Then rotate the shield until its screw holes line up with the holes in the cutting attachment. The shield guard should fit into the recessed pocket (Fig. Install the screws with a Phillips screwdriver (Fig. 5 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE EZ-LINK™ SYSTEM The EZ-Link™ system enables the use of these optional Add-Ons: Blower/Vacuum . While firmly holding the add-on, push it straight into the EZ-Link™ coupler (Fig. NOTE: Aligning the release button with the guide recess will help installation (Fig. Release Button EZ-Link™ Coupler Primary Hole WARNING: Read and understand the operator’s manual for each add-on prior to operation. While firmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of the EZ-Link™ coupler (Fig. [. . . ] Do not lubricate the inner reel or outer spool assembly. Place the inner reel into the outer spool. Place the bump knob, spring and foam seal into the inner reel (Fig. Press the bump knob down and tighten clockwise. [. . . ]