Operating Instructions; Trimmer Operation - MTD Yard Machines 599 Manuel Del Dueño/Operador

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TRIMMER OPERATION

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1. Push forward the lock-off switch (A) and depress the
trigger switch (B) to start. (Fig. 10)
2. To stop the unit, simply release the trigger switch.
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Fig. 10
3. TRIMMING / MOWING (Fig. 11). Swing trimmer with
a sickle-like motion from side to side. Do not tilt the
stringhead during the procedure. Test area to be
trimmed for proper cutting height. Keep stringhead at
same level for even depth of cut.
4. CLOSER TRIMMING (Fig. 12). Position trimmer
straight ahead with a slight tilt so bottom of string-
head is above ground level and string contact occurs
at proper cutting point. Always cut away from opera-
tor. Do not pull trimmer in toward operator.
5. FENCE/FOUNDATION TRIMMING. Approach trim-
ming around chain link fences, picket fences, rock
walls and foundations slowly to cut close without
whipping string against the barrier. If the string comes
in contact with rock, brick walls, or foundations, it will
break or fray. If string snags fencing, it will snap off.
6. TRIMMING AROUND TREES. Trim around tree
trunks with a slow approach so string does not con-
tact bark. Walk around the tree trimming from left to
right. Approach grass or weeds with the tip of the
string and tilt stringhead slightly forward.
7. SCALPING (Fig. 12). Scalping refers to removal of all
vegetation down to the ground. To do this, tilt the
stringhead to about a 30 degree angle to the left. By
adjusting the handle you will have better control dur-
ing this operation. Always keep a distance of 50 feet
(15 meters) from other people and animals when
scalping. Do not attempt this procedure if there is any
chance flying debris could injure operator, other peo-
ple or cause damage to property.
8. OPERATING AS AN EDGER (Fig. 14). With the unit
configured as an edger, hold it so the motor is to your
left side so that debris is thrown to the rear. Always
use eye protection.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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