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NEUTON MA 3.0 Cordless Electric Trimmer Safety & Operating Instructions

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Chapter 1: Introducing the NEUTON Trimmer

Thank you for purchasing the NEUTON Trimmer Model MA 3.0 

(Figure 1

).

This manual will help you safely operate your
new Trimmer with your NEUTON Mower and
NEUTON Power Pod. Carefully adhering to the
safety and operating instructions in this manual
will ensure many years of productive use.
If you have any questions, please call toll-free 
1-(866)-NEUTON1 (638-8661) and one of our
Technical Support Representatives will be happy
to assist you.
To familiarize yourself with the operation and
use of your Trimmer, please read this entire manual before attaching and using your Trimmer.
We hope you will enjoy many years of satisfied use with your NEUTON Trimmer attachment.

About this Manual

This manual is organized into the following chapters:

Chapter 1:

Introducing the NEUTON Trimmer

Explains the organization of this manual.

Provides contact information for Country Home Products, Inc.

Chapter 2:

Important Safety Considerations

Explains guidelines for safe operation of your NEUTON Trimmer.

Chapter 3:

Using Your NEUTON Trimmer

Provides instructions for starting and stopping the machine’s motor.

Explains the many cutting and trimming features of your machine.

Chapter 4:

Maintaining Your NEUTON Trimmer

Provides machine maintenance tips.

In addition to these chapters, the manual includes a parts list, a schematic drawing of the 
NEUTON Trimmer, a section for your notes, and your warranty.

Conventions used in this manual

Important:

This information is important for the proper use of your machine. Failure to

follow this instruction could result in injury to you or damage to your Trimmer.

This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your Trimmer.

Note:

This information may be helpful to you in using your Trimmer.

WARNING!

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts you to

essential operating, safety, and maintenance (servicing) instructions.

Figure 1. NEUTON Trimmer

Summary of Contents for MA 3.0

Page 1: ...c Trimmer Safety Operating Instructions Model MA 3 0 COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS INC www neutonowners com NEUTON Cordless Electric Trimmer Safety Operating Instructions Model MA 3 0 COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS IN...

Page 2: ...ad this manual to familiarize yourself with the proper use of this work saving attachment And if you have any questions at all now or in the future please call us toll free at 1 866 NEUTON1 638 8661 a...

Page 3: ...mer 4 Servicing Your Trimmer 5 Maintaining and Storing Your Trimmer 5 Chapter 3 Using Your NEUTON Trimmer 6 Before Starting 7 Attaching and Removing the Trimmer 8 Adjusting the Trimmer 9 Trimming and...

Page 4: ...iv NEUTON MA 3 0 Cordless Electric Trimmer Safety Operating Instructions...

Page 5: ...the organization of this manual Provides contact information for Country Home Products Inc Chapter 2 Important Safety Considerations Explains guidelines for safe operation of your NEUTON Trimmer Chapt...

Page 6: ...less Electric Mower or NEUTON Power Pod We don t want you to get injured so please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine Important Please read these...

Page 7: ...ace or dust mask if operating in dusty conditions Wear shoes with non slip treads when using your Trimmer If you have safety shoes wear them Do not use the Trimmer while barefoot or wearing open sanda...

Page 8: ...ine Keep clear of the discharge area at all times Only use the Trimmer for trimming grass weeds and other vegetation Never operate the Trimmer in the rain or when the grass is wet Always be sure of yo...

Page 9: ...nd keep the equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep the Trimmer free of grass leaves or other debris build up Allow the Mower and Trimm...

Page 10: ...igure 3 The Mower is described in a separate manual the NEUTON Cordless Electric Mower EM 4 1 Safety Operating Instructions which you should have received with your Mower The Power Pod is described in...

Page 11: ...er each time Make sure all bolts attachments and covers are in place and securely attached Inspect for any visible damage to the Trimmer and remove any accumulation of dirt dust or dried grass clippin...

Page 12: ...n page 9 for details on adjusting the Trimmer housing and head 1 If attaching the Trimmer to your Mower adjust the cutting height lever to position 6 setting the cutting height to its highest level 2...

Page 13: ...im and one for edge Figure 7 This figure also shows the position marks for setting the cutting angle You can set the Trimmer housing to any of these clearly marked positions Trim on the right side as...

Page 14: ...3 Edging vertically Position 4 You can rotate among the four Trimmer head settings 1 Pull the orange head rotation button and hold it Figure 9 2 Begin to twist the head to the position for the desired...

Page 15: ...s left side or right side Or you can choose from three different edging positions Figure 10 not only shows these different positions but also tells you the appropriate Trimmer head and housing setting...

Page 16: ...key into the key slot The green indicator light should come on 3 Slide the orange start knob to the left 4 Squeeze and hold the orange control bar 5 The Trimmer starts it may take several seconds Cont...

Page 17: ...ormance of your Trimmer Always stop the Mower before toggling the Mower Auxiliary switch If you are using your Mower you can adjust the cutting height of the Trimmer by raising or lowering the Mower s...

Page 18: ...Remove the safety key and battery from the NEUTON Mower or Power Pod and remove the Trimmer from the machine 2 Using a damp cloth or sponge with a mild soap or detergent clean the Trimmer 3 Use a sof...

Page 19: ...ps must snap securely into place Replacing the Cartridge Housing You only need to replace the cartridge housing if it is damaged or cracked You do not need to remove the shield to replace the cartridg...

Page 20: ...195761 9 Trimmer head screws 5 176991 10 Axle 1 176851 11 Pillar base cover plate 1 195771 12 Pillar base and electrical contacts 1 195781 13 Contact screws 2 176811 14 Trimmer release button housing...

Page 21: ...9 4 Trimmer cord spool 1 177071 29 5 Cord feeding driver 1 195901 29 6 Cartridge metal springs 2 177131 29 7 Green cartridge cover 1 195911 30 Trimmer Safety Operating Instructions 1 195921 31 Trimmer...

Page 22: ...18 NEUTON MA 3 0 Cordless Electric Trimmer Safety Operating Instructions Schematic Drawing...

Page 23: ...g the warranty period the warranty holder is responsible for any and all shipping and transportation charges if required SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THE...

Page 24: ...COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS Inc M E I G S R O A D P O B O X 2 5 V E R G E N N E S V E R M O N T 0 5 4 9 1 1 866 NEUTON1 638 8661 www neutonowners com 2004 CHP Inc 195921...

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