MTD 599 manual Charging Battery, Starting, Adjustment Instructions

ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS

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CHARGING BATTERY

To recharge battery first plug the battery charger jack into the connector. Then plug the battery charger into the elec- trical outlet. The indicator light will remain lit (red color). (Fig. 7)

The battery will be fully charged after 16 hours. The green light wil be on when the battery is fully charged. Do not over charge the battery or it may be damaged and void factory warranty.

grip. Let the grass trimmer run for a few seconds and “bump” the stringhead against the lawn. Nylon line will automatically release. The cut-off blade 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. 9)

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.

The stringhead will CAUTION: continue to rotate for

a few seconds even after switching off.

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STARTING

1.Before starting the grass-trimmer for the first time, check that the nylon line touch or pass over the line- cutting blade. If they are not long enough, press the bump knob and, at the same time, pull the nylon line. (Fig. 8).

2.Connect the correct extension cord to the string trim- mer power cord per the instructions in Section 5-1 Connect the cord.

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 adjustment button, adjust the height of assist handle by loosening the adjustment knob.

4.Take a secure hold of the grass trimmer and, without letting it touch the grass to be cut, push up the safe- ty switch, then press the trigger on the upper hand-

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