User manual MTD 5010

[. . . ] This operator’s manual provides you with easy-tounderstand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. E32-E39 PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. [. . . ] 23 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE TRIMMER Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Or alter CAUTION: Do not remove blade the line cutting assembly. Excessive line length will make the clutch overheat. This may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the unit. WARNING: Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 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 (YM26BC only). 27 Some line breakage will occur from: • Entanglement with foreign matter • Normal line fatigue • Attempting to cut thick, stalky weeds • Forcing the line into objects such as walls or fence posts TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS • For best trimming results, operate unit at full throttle. € Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground. Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting, especially along walls. Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the engine. € Cut grass over 8 inches (200 mm) by working from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or engine drag. The coasting blade can seriously cut you if accidentally touched. WARNING: • Swing the unit in the opposite direction as the blade spins, which increases the cutting action. € After the return swing, move forward to the next area to be cut plant your feet again. € The cutting blade is designed with a second cutting edge. You can use it by removing the blade, turning it upside down, and reinstalling it. Sharpening the blade can cause the blade tip to break off while in use. This can result in severe personal injury to yourself or others. 28 YM26BC ONLY: USING THE CUTTING BLADE Always wear eye, hearing, foot, body protection and the shoulder strap to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. To reduce the chance of material wrapping around the blade, follow these steps: • Cut at full throttle • Swing the unit into material to be cut from your left to your right (Fig. 30) • Avoid the material just cut as you make the return swing Do not clear away any cut material with the engine running or blade turning. To avoid serious personal injury, turn off the engine. [. . . ] 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 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. [. . . ]