Yard Machines MTD27P manual Adjustment Instructions, Adjust Shaft Length

ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS

ADJUST SHAFT LENGTH

1.Grip shaft firmly.

2.Push shaft locking button (A) forward and move handle forward or backward to desired length. (Fig. 6)

NOTE: Shaft may be adjusted in trimming or edging mode.

A

Fig. 6

EDGING CONVERSION

1.Grip shaft firmly.

2.Push shaft locking button forward, and rotate cutting assembly until an audible click is heard. (Fig. 7 & Fig. 8)

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

STARTING

1.When starting the string-trimmer for the first time, check that the nylon wires touch or pass over the wire- cutting blade. If they are not long enough, press the but- ton and, at the same time, pull the nylon wires. (Fig. 9)

2.Connect the plug of the string-trimmer to the extension cord and attach to the handle.

3.Make sure the length of grass trimmer and position of assist handle is most applicable before use, adjust the length of grass trimmer by pressing the shaft locking button, adjust the height of assist handle by releasing the loosening the wingnut.

4.Take a secure hold of the grass trimmer and, without letting it touch the grass to be cut unlock security then press the switch on the upper handgrip. Let the string trimmer run for a few seconds and “bump” the string- head against the lawn. Nylon line will automatically release. The cut-off knife in the debris shield will trim off excess line.

5.To switch off the string trimmer let go of the switch.

A short or worn line CAUTION: cuts less efficiently

so, to improve its operation on subsequent occasions, bump the stringhead lightly on the ground while the trimmer is running.(Fig 10)

These operations should be repeated a few times before starting work to make sure that everything is functioning properly and to familiarize yourself with the grass trimmer. Start off slowly, when you have gained experience, you will be able to use the grass trimmer to its full potential.

Fig. 9

B

Fig. 10

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