User manual MTD GT1810

[. . . ] Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the unit and copy the information from it onto the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer. € You can locate the model number by looking on the engine. a sample model plate is shown and explained below. [. . . ] When the engine starts, move the choke lever to the RUN (C) position, and run at full throttle for 30 seconds. NOTE: If the engine does not start using the Engine Re-start procedures, revert to the Cold Start procedures. Squeeze the throttle control to the wide open (full throttle) position and squeeze the throttle lock-out. With the unit in the starting position and the choke in the FULL (A) position, pull the starter rope briskly 5 times. If the engine attempts to run before the fifth pull, proceed to step 8. Move the choke lever to the PARTIAL (B) position. NOTE: The engine will not run in the FULL choke (A) position. Pull the starter rope 1 to 3 pulls until the engine starts. If the unit fails to start, return to step 4. Move the choke lever to the RUN (C) run at full throttle for 30 seconds. position and Stopping Instructions 1. Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter. NOTE: Do not rest the bump knob on the ground while the unit is running. CAUTION: Do not remove or alter the line cutting blade assembly. Excessive line length may make the unit overheat. Some line breakage will occur from: • Entanglement with foreign matter • • • Normal line fatigue An attempt 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) tall by working from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or engine drag. Cut from left to right whenever possible. Cutting to the right improves the unit's cutting efficiency. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]