User manual MTD TB320BV 41AS320G966

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual 2-Cycle Mulching Blower / Vacuum Model TB320BV SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 769-01308 (6/04) PRINTED IN USA DO NOT THROW AWAY INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. 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. [. . . ] Push the blue EZ-Start™ Lever towards the primer bulb until it clicks and locks into place (Fig. Pull the starter rope out with a controlled and steady motion until the engine attempts to start. NOTE: The unit uses Spring Assist Starting™, which significantly reduces the effort required to start the engine. You must pull the starter rope out far enough to hear the engine attempt to start. There is no need to pull the rope briskly-- there is no harsh resistance when pulling. Be aware that this starting method is vastly different from (and much easier than) what you may be used to. When the engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position ( ) and let the engine warm up for 15 to 30 seconds. The blue EZ-Start™ Lever will click off automatically when you move the throttle control to the fast position. NOTE: If you are having trouble starting the unit or are operating in extreme temperatures (below 40º F, above 90º F), refer to the Troubleshooting section. 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following: • Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt • Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away. € Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. € If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a dust mask or face mask WARNING: OPERATING AS A BLOWER 1 Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-to-clean areas (Fig. Use the unit around buildings and for other normal cleaning procedures (Fig. € The unit is in good working condition • The tubes and guards are in place and secure To prevent serious personal injury or damage to the unit, make sure blower tubes or vacuum tubes and the vacuum bag are in place before you operate the unit. WARNING: OPERATING TIPS • Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before operating the unit. € Assure the unit is not directed at anybody or any loose debris before starting the unit. € To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. € Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours— not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday. € To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. [. . . ] Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance or durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repair and will not reduce the warranty obligations of the manufacturer • The following components are included in the emission related warranty of the engine, air filter, carburetor, primer, fuel lines, fuel pick up/ fuel filter, ignition module, spark plug and muffler. 21 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. 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. [. . . ]