User manual MTD MAC 1385L

[. . . ] The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space provided. Copy the model and parent part number here: MODEL : S/N : ITEM : Copy the serial number here: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. Call 1- (800)-345-8746, or 1- (800)-668-1238 in Canada, to reach a Customer Support representative. [. . . ] 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. Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the cutting area at the desired height. € • • Figure 9 Adjusting Trimming Line Length The Bump Head™ cutting attachment allows you to release trimming line without stopping the engine. To release more line, lightly tap the cutting attachment on the ground while operating the trimmer at high speed. Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter. € • The life of your cutting line is dependent upon: • Following the trimming techniques • What vegetation is being cut • Where vegetation is cut For example, the line will wear faster when trimming against a foundation wall as opposed to trimming around a tree. Decorative Trimming Decorative trimming refers to the removal of vegetation around trees, posts, fences and more. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30° angle to the ground. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if any excess line is released. Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter. Insert each end of the line through one of the two holes in the inner reel. Pull the line through the inner reel so that the loop is as small as possible. Wind the line in tight even layers in the direction indicated on the inner reel. NOTE: Failure to wind the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to operate incorrectly. Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool and place inner reel with spring inside the outer spool. While holding the inner reel and outer spool, grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the reel. Loop Figure 16 12 SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Air Filter Maintenance Removing the Air Filter/Muffler Cover WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. Holding Slots Figure 19 NOTE: The choke lever must be in the PARTIAL choke position (B) to remove the air filter/ muffler cover. NOTE: The spring must be assembled on the inner reel before reassembling the cutting attachment. Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning clockwise. Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob counterclockwise. [. . . ] 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. 19 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD 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. [. . . ]