Mtd YM26CS EN Manuel d'utilisateur

Operator’s ManualIMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the sta

10SECTION 4: OIL AND FUEL INFORMATIONFig. 4Funnel SpoutDANGER: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASEMAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY!The importance of checking a

11SECTION 4: OIL AND FUEL INFORMATIONFUELING UNITWARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammableand its vapors can explode if ignited. Toavoid serious person

SECTION 5: STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS126. Squeeze the throttle control to the wide open (full throttle) position.7. With the unit in the starting

SECTION 6: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS13OPERATING THE EZ-LINK™SYSTEMThe EZ-Link™system enables the use of these optional add-ons.Blower/Vacuum . . . . . .

Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch (25.4 mm.)of trimming line is released. A blade in the cuttingattachment shield will cut the line to the pr

Fig. 15DECORATIVE TRIMMINGDecorative trimming is accomplished by removing allvegetation around trees, posts, fences, etc.Rotate the whole unit so that

Line Locking HoleTrimming LineLine Loading HoleEyelet5. Insert the line into the locking hole (Fig. 17). Do notpush the line more than 1/2 inch (12.7

17SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBump KnobFoam SealSpringInner ReelINSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL1. Turn the bump knob counterclockwise and

18SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS2. Pull out the bump knob, spring and foam seal (Fig. 22).3. Pull the inner reel with existing line fr

19SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCHECKING THE OIL LEVELCAUTION: To prevent extensive engine wearand damage to the unit, always maintain

2TABLE OF CONTENTSContent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PageRul

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCECleaning the Air FilterWARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,always turn your trimmer off and allow it tocool before you cle

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTThe idle speed of the engine is adjustable. An idleadjustment screw is reached though a hole in the top ofthe engine cover (Fig 3

4. Disconnect the spark plug wire.5. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove thespark plug from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in.socket cou

10. If the clearance is not within specification:a. Turn the adjusting nut using a 5/16 inch (8 mm)wrench or nut driver (Fig. 42).• To increase cleara

ACCESSORIES/REPLACEMENT PARTS4-Cycle Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 791-181786Oil Fill Plug / Dipstick . . . . . . . . . . .

LONG TERM STORAGEIf the unit will be stored for an extended time,1. Drain all gasoline from the gas tank into a container .Do not use gas that has bee

CAUSE ACTIONOil in cutting head Clean the cutting attachment If further assistance is required, contact your authorized service dealer. CAUSE ACTIONC

ENGINEEngine Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A

28SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR PPN 41AD26CC40114948A48B5253545557565051586061649362637378798077767571698182838584747072868788898790706892676665945923181

29SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR PPN 41AD26CC401ItemPart No. Description1 753-04083 Engine Cover2 791-182339 Engine Cover Screws3 791-181025 Valve Cover S

SPARK ARRESTORNOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. AllU.S. Forest Land and the state of

30SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR PPN 41AD26CC401Reissued 5/021181916202187691011131214151754322422272332303334293125262838363540373941Item Part No.Descrip

The California Air Resources Board, EPA(Environmental Protection Agency), and MTDSouthwest Inc. (MTD) are pleased to explain theemission Control Syste

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:No implied warranty, including any implied warranty ofmerchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,applies

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: When using the unit the safetyrules must be followed. For your own safetyand that of bystanders please read theseinstruc

• Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact withanything before starting the unit.• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.• Av

6SECTION 1: RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLSThis operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictogr

7SECTION 1: RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSYMBOL MEANING• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURYWARNING: Do not operate without the cutt

8SECTION 2: KNOW YOUR TRIMMERAPPLICATIONSAs a trimmer; • Cutting grass and light weeds.• Edging• Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.Other o

9SECTION 3: ADJUSTING THE J-HANDLE4. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the J-handle issecure.3. While holding the unit in the operating position