MTD Troy-Bilt TB20DC 2 Cycle Gasoline Trimmer Owners Manual

Operator’s Manual sy. Starts F s Ea as ull t. P TM 2-Cycle Gasoline Trimmer TB20DC 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. For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com. DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE. THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S. PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING. Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer.

SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the Accessory Part #753-05169 Spark Arrestor Kit. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Starting TABLE OF CONTENTS Service Information . .1 Rules for Safe Operation . .2 Oil and Fuel Information .3 Know Your Unit .4 Assembly Instructions . .5 Starting/Stopping Instructions . .6 Operating Instructions . .7 Maintenance and Repair Instructions . .9 Cleaning and Storage .12 Troubleshooting Chart .13 Specifications .14 Warranty Information .15-16 Parts List . .E18 WARNING THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WARNING: When using the unit, you must follow the safety rules. Please read these instructions before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use. P/N 769-03307 All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. 2007 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, (9/07) RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION · IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS · READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING · The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while operating the unit. Do not operate unit without both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield. · This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician. · Adjust the D-handle to your size to provide the best grip. · Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything before starting the unit. · Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light. · Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. See Starting/Stopping Instructions. · Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended. · Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. · Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or grips. · Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it is rotating. · Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation. They remain hot for a short time after you turn off the unit. · Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when you are not cutting. · Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another. · If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts. · Stop and switch the engine to off for maintenance, repair, or for changing the cutting attachment or other attachments. Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty. · Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield. · To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark arrestor, keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up. OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS · Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. · Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting. · Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children. · Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use. See the Cleaning and Storage instructions. · Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.

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