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Electric Start Capable
4-Stroke Trimmer
RS3000
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.
769-10069 / 00
Operator's Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Oil and Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE
DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or
maintenance of the unit, please call the Customer Support Department
at 1300 951 594. Additional information about the unit can be found
on our website: www.rovermowers.com.au.
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain
a list of authorized service dealers near you. Service on this unit,
both within and after the warranty period, should only be performed
by an authorized and approved service dealer. When servicing, use
only identical replacement parts.
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© 2014 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
07/14
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Copyright© 2014 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved. IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions. -
Page 2: Safety
SAFETY SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. - Page 3 SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS • If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the unit immediately and check for damage. Do not operate the unit before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or WARNING: damaged parts.
- Page 4 • SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS • This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING •...
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Page 5: Know Your Unit
KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATIONS Spark Plug Muffler As a trimmer: • Cutting grass and light weeds. Starter • Edging Rope Grip • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. Other optional accessories may be used with this unit. Shaft Grip Fuel Cap On/Off Switch ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED: Choke Lever... -
Page 6: Assembly
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE CUTTING HEAD SHIELD Screws (2) WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the unit without the cutting head shield in place. Cutting Head Shield Mount Bracket 1. Place the cutting head shield onto the mount bracket. Align the holes in the cutting head shield with the holes in the mount bracket. - Page 7 WARNING: Before using any attachment, read and understand the manual that came with the attachment. Follow all safety information contained within. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury and damage to the unit, shut the unit off before removing or installing an attachment. Loosen Tighten Knob...
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Page 8: Oil And Fuel
OIL AND FUEL USING THE RIGHT OIL Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil. DO NOT use dirty oil. Failure to use clean oil of the correct type can cause premature engine wear and failure. ADDING OIL: INITIAL USE Funnel Spout WARNING: OVERFILLING THE CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. - Page 9 USING THE RIGHT FUEL The use of old fuel is the most common cause of performance problems. Use only fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. NOTE: This unit has a four-cycle engine. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether).
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Page 10: Starting And Stopping
STARTING AND STOPPING WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated Off (O) / Stop outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. On ( I ) / Start WARNING: Avoid accidentally starting the unit. To avoid serious injury, the operator and the unit must be in a stable position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. - Page 11 USING THE ELECTRIC START ACCESSORY This unit can be started with an optional electric start accessory Item No. Description (items sold separately). Refer to the electric start accessory 49MESCBP966 ......Engine Starter Bit operator’s manual for the proper use of this feature.
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Page 12: Operation
OPERATION HOLDING THE UNIT WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, hand, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, avoid arm contact with the engine while operating the unit. The engine may be extremely hot. - Page 13 DECORATIVE TRIMMING When trimming around trees, posts, fences, etc., rotate the whole unit so that the cutting head is at a 30° angle to the ground (Fig. 14). Fig. 14 EDGING The trimmer attachment can be used for edging (Fig. 15). Alternatively, bladed lawn edger attachments can also be purchased for use with this unit.
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Page 14: Maintenance
If you are unsure about these procedures, take the unit to an MTD authorized service dealer. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by an MTD authorized service dealer. NOTE: Please read the California/EPA statement that came with the... - Page 15 Removing Old Trimming Line and Obstructions Spool Cover If necessary, remove any old trimming line and/or obstructions from the cutting head. 1. Firmly press in the tabs on the cutting head (Fig. 19). 2. Remove the spool cover (Fig. 19). Inner Reel 3.
- Page 16 CHANGING THE OIL Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities. 1. Clean the area around the oil fill plug (Fig. 21) to prevent debris from entering the oil fill hole. 2.
- Page 17 ADJUSTING THE IDLE SPEED Idle Speed Screw WARNING: The cutting head may spin during idle speed adjustments. Wear protective clothing and observe all safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury. NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage the unit. An authorized service dealer should make carburetor adjustments. If, after checking the fuel and cleaning the air filter, the engine still will not idle, adjust the idle speed screw as follows: 1.
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Page 18: Cleaning And Storage
CLEANING AND STORAGE CLEANING STORAGE • Never store a fueled unit where fumes may reach an open flame WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always stop or spark. the engine and allow it to cool before cleaning or maintaining • Allow the engine to cool before storing. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION THE ENGINE WILL NOT START The fuel tank is empty Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel The primer bulb was not pressed enough Press the primer bulb 10 times The fuel is old (over 30 days) Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel The spark plug is fouled Replace the spark plug... - Page 20 NOTES...
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Page 24: Warranty
MTD Products Australia Pty Ltd warrants that this machine is free from defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any part which appears upon inspection by MTD Products Australia Pty Ltd or its agent to be defective in material or workmanship.