User manual MTD TB525ET

[. . . ] Operator’s Manual 4-Cycle Gasoline Trimmer/Edger TB525ET SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For service call 1-800-828-5500 in the United States, or 1-800-668-1238 in Canada to obtain a list of authorized service dealers near you. Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer. E20 All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. MODEL : S/N : ITEM : Copy the model and parent part number here: Copy the serial number here: P/N 769-03201 (4/07) RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE NOTE: For users on U. [. . . ] 16 Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check spark plug condition and gap LINE INSTALLATION FOR THE SPEEDSPOOL® WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, chain or rope. There are two methods to replace the SpeedSpool® trimming line: • Wind the inner reel with new line • Install a pre-wound inner reel WINDING THE INNER REEL WITH NEW LINE NOTE: It Is unnecessary to remove the bump knob to install a new trimming line. Hold the outer spool and turn the inner reel counterclockwise to line up the arrows on the outer spool and inner reel (Fig. Top View Of The SpeedSpool® Outer Spool Arrows WARNING: Always use the correct line length when installing trimming line on the unit. Insert a piece of trimming line straight into one of the two eyelets in the outer spool. Pull the line from the outer spool until the line is tight against the inner reel (Fig. Insert the ends of the prewound inner reel line into the outer spool eyelets (Fig. Wind the inner reel counterclockwise until approximately four (4) inches (102 mm) of line remain (Fig. 28 Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob, spring and foam seal. Grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the inner reel (Fig. RELEASING THE INNER REEL If the SpeedSpool® does not release line correctly, pull the ends of the line firmly from the spool (Fig. If this does not the release line, follow the Cleaning the SpeedSpool® instructions. CLEANING THE SPEEDSPOOL® Cleaning the SpeedSpool® may be necessary if: • A jammed or excessive line must be removed • The SpeedSpool® becomes difficult to wind or does not operate correctly when bumping the head on the ground 1. Hold the outer spool, and unscrew the bump knob counterclockwise (Fig. 25 NOTE: Do not wind the inner reel before installing the second piece of line. If winding the line becomes difficult or if the line jams, pull the ends of the line from the spool (Fig. Turn the bump knob counterclockwise and remove the bump knob, spring and foam seal (Fig. Remove any debris or grass from the knob, spring, inner reel and foam seal. To clean the shaft underneath the plunger, press down on the plunger (Fig. NOTE: The inner reel must be totally dry before reinstalling it into the outer spool. Install new line as described in Line Installation for the SpeedSpool®. While holding the locking rod, loosen the nut on the blade by turning it clockwise with a 5/8 inch wrench (Fig. [. . . ] 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 Troy-Bilt 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 Troy-Bilt 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. [. . . ]