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Introduction
THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service.
You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-understand oper-
ating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top
operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
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.
Copyright
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2000 MTD Southwest Inc
All Rights Reserved.
Table of Contents
Contents of Carton
Introduction.......................................................................... 2
Table of Contents ................................................................. 2
Contents of Carton ............................................................... 2
Service Information ............................................................. 3
Section 1: Safety .............................................................. 3-6
Important Safety Information ......................................... 4-5
Safety and International Symbols .................................. 5-6
Section 2: Assembly...................................................... 6-11
Installing the Brush Cutter Kit ........................................... 6
Remove the D-handle ....................................................... 6
Installing and Adjusting the J-handle ............................... 7
Installing the Harness ....................................................... 8
Remove the Cutting Attachment ....................................... 8
Remove the Old Cutting Attachment Shield....................... 8
Install the New Cutting Attachment Shield Mount.............. 9
Install the Cutting Blade .............................................. 9-10
Remove the Cutting Blade and
Install the Cutting Attachment ......................................... 10
Removing and Installing the Cutting Attachment Shield .. 11
Section 3: Operation ......................................................... 12
Holding the Unit .............................................................. 12
Using the Cutting Blade .................................................. 12
Section 4: Warranty .......................................................... 14
• J-Handle and Hardware
• 4-Tooth Cutting Blade with Cover and Hardware
• Cutting Attachment Shield Mount and Hardware
• Cutting Attachment Shield and Hardware
• Shoulder Harness
• Locking Rod
• Operator's Manual
• Product Registration Card
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
• 7/16” Wrench
• 5/8” Closed End or Socket Wrench
• Torx T-20 Screwdriver or Flat blade Screwdriver
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Flat blade Screwdriver
