User manual MTD 675

[. . . ] Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. Inside Back Cover 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. copyright© 2003 MTD SOUTHWEST INC , All Rights Reserved. [. . . ] 8 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE EZ-LINK™ SYSTEM The EZ-Link™ system enables the use of these optional Add-Ons. 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 Upper Shaft Housing Prior to operation, read and understand the operator’s manual for the add-on to be used with this unit. While firmly holding the upper shaft housing, pull the cutting attachment or add-on straight out of the EZ-Link™ coupler (Fig. To avoid serious personal injury and damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing add-ons. CAUTION: Lock the release button in the primary hole (Fig. 10) and securely tighten the knob before operating this unit. 90˚ Edge Trimming Hole WARNING: Installing the Cutting Attachment or Add-Ons NOTE: To make installing or removing the add-on easier, place the unit on the ground or on a work bench. 11 Release Button 180˚ Trimming Hole/ Primary Hole Knob CAUTION: The add-ons with the coupler system is to be used in the primary hole only. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury or damage to the unit. Line release becomes more difficult as cutting line becomes shorter DECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees, posts, fences, etc. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30° angle to the ground (Fig. 13 Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch (25. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if any excess line is released. For best results, tap the bump knob on bare ground or hard soil. If you attempt a line release in tall grass, the engine may stall. Always keep the trimming line fully extended. Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter. 14 11 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. [. . . ] The manufacturer is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add-on or modified parts. € In order to file a claim, go to your nearest Authorized Troy-Bilt Service Center. warranty services or repairs will be provided at all Authorized Troy-Bilt Service Centers. € Any manufacturer approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair of emission related parts and will be provided without charge to the owner. [. . . ]