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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
18" String Trimmer
Mower
Model Series 200
FORM NO.
770-10383C.fm
(2/01)
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Summary of Contents for MTD Yard Machines 200 Series
- Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 770-10383C.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
(Model Number) (Serial Number) Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: MTD PRODUCTS INC CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. - Page 4 9. Trim or mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 3. Do not trim or mow on wet grass. Unstable footing Walk never run. could cause slipping. 10. Stop the trimmer head when crossing gravel drives, Children walks or roads. 11.
- Page 5 up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against soaked debris. the engine. Thoroughly inspect the string trimmer 10. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before mower for any damage. Repair the damage before storing.
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Page 6: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower or string trimmer mower on such slopes. -
Page 7: Assembling Your String Trimmer Mower
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR STRING TRIMMER MOWER This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT: in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. Wing Nuts NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the string trimmer mower is observed from the operating position. -
Page 8: Know Your String Trimmer Mower
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER MOWER Control Lever Starter Handle Trimmer Deflector Spindle Assembly Trimmer Line String Cutting Blade Bracket Figure 4 WARNING: Be familiar with all controls Spindle Assembly and their proper operation. Know how to The spindle assembly rotates the trimmer line. stop the machine and disengage them Trimmer Line quickly. -
Page 9: Operating Your String Trimmermower
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR STRING TRIMMER MOWER WARNING: Read, understand, and follow • Stand behind the string trimmer mower and all instructions and warnings on the squeeze the control lever against the upper handle. machine and in this manual before •... - Page 10 Customer Responsibilities MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE DATES Lubricate Wheels Clean Trimmer Deflector Check Trimmer Line Check Belt Tension Check Oil Change Oil Replace Air Filter Clean Engine Intake Screen Check Spark Plug Check Spark Arrester (if any) Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions.
- Page 11 • Slide the loop end of the trimmer line under the metal tab and secure in place by crossing and Extension Spring pulling tight on the ends of the line. Idler Bracket Drive Belt Removal And Replacement Assembly • Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct 3. - Page 13 Notes...
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Page 14: Parts List
Model Series 200... - Page 15 Model Series 200 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 747-0824 Control Lever 710-1307 Screw 5/16-18 x .75 710-1270 Oval C-Screw 1/4-20 x 1.31 710-0237 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x .625 720-0279 Knob 1/4-20 736-0425 Bell Washer .325 ID x .930 OD 710-1205 Eye Bolt 1/4-20 681-0165...
- Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck purchased and used in the United States, its possessions adjustments;...