[. . . ] English Operator’s Manual Gas Trimmer Model MCT333601 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY P/N 9096-333604 © 2004 PRINTED IN CHINA 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. [. . . ] Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. WARNING: engine CAUTION: For properand maxioperation mum reliability, pay strict attention to the oil and fuel mixing instructions on the 2-cycle oil container. NOTE: If your engine is damaged from insufficient lubrication, it voids the manufacturer’s warranty. WARNING: WARNING: Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. nOTE: Dispose of the old fuel/oil mix in accordance to Federal , State and Local regulations. 8 STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING A COLD ENGINE Operate this unit only in a well- ventilated outdoor area. NOTE: To minimize the load on the engine during starting and warm-up, trim any excess trimming line. Leave about 5 inches (13 cm) of line from the cutting attachment (Fig. Prime the carburetor by fully pressing and releasing the primer bulb 10 times (Fig. Grip the handle firmly and press the safety trigger and press/squeeze the throttle trigger to the Full Throttle position (Fig. Pull the starter rope out a short way until you feel resistance (approximately 4”). With the throttle trigger still in the Full Throttle position, pull the starter rope 4 more times. When the engine starts, leave the choke lever in Position 2 for about 10 seconds, so the unit can warm up. nOTE: Idling Information: in some cases due to operating conditions (extreme altitude , temperature , etc. If your unit does not idle after restarting two times, refer to Adjusting the Idle Speed. Keep the throttle trigger at the Full Throttle position until the engine runs smoothly. NOTE: If the engine doesn’t start, place the choke in Position 3 and pull the starter rope 5 times. If the engine doesn’t then start, the engine is probably flooded. Wait 5 minutes and then repeat the procedure with the choke in Position 3 and the throttle trigger in Full Throttle. 8 STOPPING ENGINE To stop the unit, first release the throttle trigger. Move ignition switch to the "STOP " position for stopping engine. 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ADJUSTING TRIMMING LINE LENGTH To release fresh line, run engine at full throttle and “bump” stringhead against lawn. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]