User manual MTD 60-3857-0

[. . . ] TM MC 60-3857-0 Gas Powered Mulching Blower / Vacuum OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-888-939-0992 IMPORTANT MANUAL 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. [. . . ] 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 • To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. €¢ To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest possible speed to do the job. €¢ Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes and air filters. • Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. €¢ In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available. €¢ Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches and gardens. €¢ 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. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations • If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a dust mask or face mask • The unit is in good working condition • The tubes and guards are in place and secure WARNING: 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. OPERATING TIPS • Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before operating the unit. €¢ Assure the unit is not directed at anybody or at 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. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the up position (Blower Mode) (Fig. NOTE: Never use the unit with the lever in a position half way between either mode. Place the shoulder harness over your head, onto your shoulder and adjust it if necessary. Sweep from side to side with the nozzle several inches above the ground or floor. Slowly advance the unit, keeping the accumulated pile of debris in front of you. Most dry blowing operations are better suited to low speeds, rather than high. High speed blowing is a better way to move heavier items like large debris or gravel. [. . . ] €¢ In order to file a claim, go to your nearest Authorized Yardworks Service Center. warranty services or repairs will be provided at all Authorized Yardworks Service Centers. €¢ Any manufacturer approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair of emission related parts and will be provided without charge to the owner. 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. [. . . ]