User manual MTD YM90 41ADY90C501

[. . . ] English Operator’s Manual 2-Cycle Trimmer/ Brushcutter Model YM90 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Inside Back Cover FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new trimmer. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. [. . . ] NOTE: When starting, the EZ-Start™ Lever will automatically click off when you squeeze the throttle control. When the engine starts, squeeze the throttle control to warm up the engine for 5 to 10 seconds. The EZStart™ Lever will click off automatically. The engine stalls while squeezing the throttle, go back to step 4. The engine stalls before you squeeze the throttle control, hold the throttle control and pull the starter rope until the trimmer starts. Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow the engine to cool down by idling. Push and hold the On/Off Stop Control in the OFF (O) position until the engine stops running. See Figure 16 12 SECTION 6: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating the EZ-Link™ System The EZ-Link™ system enables the use of these optional Add-Ons: Blower/Vacuum . TB720r WARNING: Read and understand the operator’s manual for each add-on prior to operation. While firmly holding the add-on, push it straight into the EZ-Link™ coupler. NOTE: Aligning the release button with the guide recess will help installation. Release Button EZ-Link™ Coupler Primary Hole Upper Shaft Housing Figure 20 Lower Shaft Housing Removing the Cutting Attachment or Add-Ons 1. While firmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of the EZ-Link™ coupler. CAUTION: Lock the release button in the primary hole and securely tighten the knob before operating this unit Installing the Cutting Attachment or Add-On WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury and damage to the unit, shut off the unit before removing or installing add-ons. NOTE: Place the unit on the ground or on a work bench to make add-on installation or removal easier. EZ-Link™ Coupler Release Button 90˚ Edging Hole (Trimmer Only) 180˚ Edging Hole (Trimmer Only) Knob Figure 21 CAUTION: The cutting attachment and addons with the EZ-Link™ system are to be used in the primary hole unless stated otherwise in the specific add-ons operator’s manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury or damage to the unit. Guide Recess Figure 19 Knob For edging (when using the line head cutting attachment with EZ-Link™ models), lock the release button of the cutting attachment into the 90° edging hole or the 180° edging hole. 13 SECTION 6: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Holding the Trimmer WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. 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 right hand is holding the shaft grip • The operator’s left arm is straight, the left hand holding the J-handle • The unit is at waist level • The cutting attachment is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the grass without the need to bend over Once you are in the operating position, hook the shoulder strap to the unit. [. . . ] 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. Box 361131, Cleveland OH 44136-0019 or if in Canada call 1-800-668-1238. [. . . ]